In the coming days, the road connecting the village of Zardaly in the Batken region with the Sary-Talaa – Kyzyl-Tash route will be put into operation. This was reported by the Ministry of Transport and Communications. Minister Absattar Syrgabaev visited the construction site on December 6 to familiarize himself with the ongoing work on this road.
On December 6, a solemn ceremony was held at the A. Maldybaev National Opera and Ballet Theater in honor of the 70th anniversary of the outstanding composer Muratbek Begaliev, who is also a People's Artist of Kyrgyzstan and a laureate of the Toktogul State Prize. This event was covered by the press service of the Ministry of Culture. Attending the celebration were the Minister of Culture, Information, and Youth Policy Mirbek Mambetaliev, foreign guests, as well as representatives of the
This year, the main Christmas tree of the country will be lit on December 15 in Ala-Too Square, as reported by the press service of the Bishkek city administration. The height of the tree is 32 meters, and with the star, it reaches 35 meters. The tree will be decorated with 2,000 balls in blue and silver colors. Additionally, the square is expected to host the opening of the largest ice rink in Kyrgyzstan, covering an area of 1,500 square meters, which will be flooded around the fountains. A
The V International Festival of Opera Art will take place on December 13 and 14 at the A. Maldybaev Kyrgyz National Academic Theatre of Opera and Ballet, dedicated to the outstanding People's Artist of the USSR, Professor Bulat Minzhilkiyev. According to the theatre, the festival is organized in honor of the 85th anniversary of Minzhilkiyev's birth.
Today, December 8, the section of Alisher Navoi Street intersecting with Alibek Datka and Kurmanjan Datka Streets was opened after repair and restoration work, reported a Turmush correspondent. The opening ceremony was attended by the mayor of Osh, Jenishbek Toktorbaev, local residents, and elders. The red ribbon was ceremoniously cut.
In Tokmok, the authorized representative of the president in the Chui region, Azamat Osmonov, conducted an unscheduled inspection of the livestock market. According to the press service of the representative office, the main focus during the inspection was on trading conditions, sanitary state, and organization of veterinary control.
In the At-Bashinsky district of the Naryn region, in the rural areas of Kara-Suu and Ak-Moyun, a vacancy has been announced for the position of head of the rural administration, reports Turmush correspondent. At the moment, no candidates have shown interest in this position, and the personnel reserve is not increasing.
On December 6, a ceremony was held at the Ala-Archa cemetery to unveil a monument to Makken Sydykbaev, an outstanding national artist of Kyrgyzstan, set designer, and painter. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Culture. Among the attendees were the Deputy Minister of Culture, Information, and Youth Policy Askarala Madaminov, as well as representatives from the cultural sector and relatives of the deceased.
The Ministry of Education proposes to approve a new state educational standard for the professional training of drivers of categories "B" and "C." The draft regulatory legal act is available for discussion. The agency emphasizes that the proposed state standard organizes the requirements for driver training, takes into account current educational and professional needs, and contributes to improving the quality of personnel training in the field of transport services.
In Bishkek, a man promised to deliver phones from the USA but deceived his clients. Information about the case was published on the "Digital Justice" portal. Names have been changed.
On December 7, in the village of Zhalgyz-Örük, which is part of the rural district of Kyzyl-Suu in the Jeti-Oguz region, the opening of several new facilities took place. This information was provided to the Turmush correspondent by Alisher Nurbek uulu, the head of the village council.
Sergey Sobyanin, the mayor of Russia's capital, expressed sharp discontent regarding the criticism of labor migrants working in Moscow. This was reported by the portal "Moscow News." Speaking against the opinion that only highly qualified specialists are needed in the capital, the mayor suggested that critics engage in physical labor.
At the direction of President Sadyr Japarov, the Deputy Prime Minister and head of the State National Security Committee, Kamchybek Tashiev, conducted an inspection of construction work on Chuy Avenue in Bishkek. The state committee reported that social media was actively discussing projects for the construction of shopping centers, parking lots, and public transport stops near the "Aichurek" Central Department Store and the "Chynar" State Department Store.
The state of trade and sanitation leaves much to be desired The authorized representative of the President of the Kyrgyz Republic in the Chui region, Azamat Osmonov, called the conditions at the livestock market in Tokmak "a disgrace for the region."
In the capital of Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek, 8 more kindergartens and one school have closed due to quarantine, as reported by the city administration. According to the information provided by the mayor's office, as of December 8, 49 kindergartens have completed quarantine measures and resumed classes for children.
In Bishkek, cold water supply will be temporarily suspended on December 9 from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM. This will affect residential buildings, educational institutions such as schools and kindergartens, as well as healthcare facilities and other social and industrial objects. This information was announced by the press service of the mayor's office. The limited area of the shutdown includes the following streets:
On December 7, at its meeting, the Central Commission for Elections and Referendums of the Kyrgyz Republic discussed the situation with the chairpersons of the precinct electoral commissions in the multi-mandate constituency No. 13. The decision on the changes was made following the instruction to the Nooken and Mailuu-Suu territorial electoral commissions to elect new chairpersons for 35 precinct commissions within five days.
The Ministry of Transport and Communications of Kyrgyzstan reports the introduction of movement restrictions due to heavy snowfall affecting most regions of the country. The agency is organizing round-the-clock road clearing operations, as well as treating the roadway with sand and salt. As of 9:30 AM on December 8, snow has fallen in the following areas:
The Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry of Kyrgyzstan conducted an analysis of food prices, including data from neighboring countries – Russia and Kazakhstan. As a result of the study, the following price changes were identified:
In Kyrgyzstan, a draft resolution is currently being developed regarding the implementation of a pilot program called "Young Veterinarian: Housing and Career." This information was announced by the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry of the country. According to the ministry, this initiative aims to address the shortage of veterinary specialists and create conditions for attracting and retaining young professionals in remote and rural areas.
In Bishkek, work has been completed on the road markings that designate a dedicated lane for public transport on Akhunbaeva Street. Blogger Rashid Braun shared a video showing that the markings are already ready for use. According to the announced plans, buses will start operating in this lane in the coming days, which should significantly improve the road's capacity and reduce traffic jams.
On December 6, a solemn event dedicated to the 70th anniversary of the outstanding stateswoman and initiator of social reforms Roza Aknazarova took place at the Toktogul Satylganov National Philharmonic. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Culture. Among the participants in the celebration were the First Deputy Prime Minister Daniyar Amangeldiev, Presidential Advisor Marat Imankulov, Deputy Minister of Culture, Information and Youth Policy Soyuzbek Nadyrbekov, as well as
On December 4-5 in Bishkek, two key events took place: a meeting of the supervisory committee and an interdepartmental working group. These meetings provided an opportunity for constructive discussions on current biosafety issues within the framework of the Cartagena Protocol, which is part of the UN Convention on Biological Diversity. Further steps in the implementation of the project "Establishing a National Biosafety Mechanism in Kyrgyzstan according to the Cartagena Protocol on
Bakyt Torobaev, holding the position of Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers and Minister of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry, visited the automobile plant "Tulpar Motors," which is a joint Kyrgyz-Uzbek project. During the visit, he got acquainted with the production processes at the plant. According to the press service, the plant was officially opened on July 18, 2024, with the participation of the Presidents of Kyrgyzstan, Sadyr Japarov, and Uzbekistan,
An appeal on behalf of 184,000 teachers was sent by the Federation of Trade Unions of Kyrgyzstan together with educational organizations to President Sadyr Japarov. This was a response to the scandalous statement made by Edil Baisalov regarding teachers. The trade union emphasized that Baisalov's words, which contained derogatory assessments of teachers' professional training, came as a shock to educators across the republic.
The United Nations is initiating a large-scale study titled "Youth, Peace, and Security." This was reported by 24.kg through the UN press service in Kyrgyzstan. Today, the youth of the country are invited to actively participate in a survey that will take only an hour.
From November 26 to 29, the Osh State Uzbek Musical Drama Theater named after Babur held performances in Tashkent, where it appeared at the Uzbek Theater of Musical Drama and Comedy named after Mukimi. According to the press service of the Ministry of Culture, the Kyrgyz theater presented several productions: the musical epic drama "Үрөй периси," based on Bertolt Brecht's work "Mother Courage and Her Children," the experimental play by M. Abdullayev "Bum," the
The updated section of A. Navoi Street in Osh has been opened, which was reconstructed from Alymbek Datka Street to Kurmanjan Datka Street. According to the city administration, the ceremony was opened by Mayor Zhenishbek Toktorbaev.
On December 11, the Memorial House-Museum of M.V. Frunze will host the opening of an exhibition titled "Guardians of the Mountains: NABU and the Conservation of the Snow Leopard in Kyrgyzstan," dedicated to International Mountain Day. This information was provided by the press service of the Ministry of Culture. At the exhibition, visitors will be able to learn about the diversity of the wildlife in the mountains of Kyrgyzstan, as well as the significance of the snow leopard as an
The highway connecting Sary-Talaa, Kyzyl-Tash, and Zardaly in the Batken region is nearing completion. According to the Ministry of Transport and Communications, its opening is planned for the coming days. The length of the new road is 17.5 kilometers. The work on widening and leveling the roadway has been completed, and the metal bridge structure, which is 30 meters long, is 95 percent ready.
The National Bank of the Kyrgyz Republic has announced the release of a new collectible silver coin "Tushoo Kesu," which is part of the series "Kyrgyz Customs and Rituals." It will be available starting December 8, 2025.
At the international scientific and practical conference "Kyrgyz Statehood and the Manas Phenomenon," Professor Najie Yildiz, a doctor from Haji Bayram Veli University in Ankara, was awarded the title of honorary academician of the National Academy "Manas." According to information provided by the National Academy "Manas," the award ceremony was held under the chairmanship of the academy's president Nazira Aaly kyzy.
On December 5, the National Theater "Manas" hosted the results presentation of the project "Civil Servant Tells 'Manas'" for the year 2025. During the event, the results of the project's implementation and its future development were discussed. According to a press release from the Ministry of Culture, among the participants were the First Deputy Minister of Culture, Information, and Youth Policy Suzbек Nadyrbekov and the Chairman of the National Commission
The city hall continues to strengthen measures to create favorable conditions for public transport. To enhance road safety and improve the visibility of new lanes, they will be marked with yellow lines.
State Duma Deputy Sergey Mironov proposed to limit the time migrants can stay in Russia based on the duration of their employment contracts. This initiative will be presented on December 13 in the form of a draft law. Photo from the newspaper "Izvestia"
Adylbek Kasymaliev, the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers, addressed a congratulatory message to the workers of radio and television, the press service of the cabinet reported. In his address, Kasymaliev noted that 94 years ago the first radio broadcast was launched in Kyrgyzstan, and 67 years ago television broadcasts began. He also reminded that 30 years ago a decision was made to celebrate the professional day of workers in this field. According to the head of the cabinet, in this
Yesterday, under the guidance of the Deputy Prime Minister and head of the State National Security Committee, Kamchybek Tashiev, the closing ceremony of the competitions in various team sports dedicated to the professional holiday of national security agency employees took place. According to information from the state committee, employees from the State National Security Committee, territorial divisions, and the 9th service of the State National Security Committee, as well as representatives
Photo courtesy of the city hall press service Dedicated lanes for public transport have reappeared in Bishkek, reports the press service of the city hall. On the section of Akhunbaev Street, which stretches from Zhukeev-Pudovkin Street to Chingiz Aitmatov Avenue, it was decided to organize more than two kilometers of dedicated lanes for public transport.
Although the authorities have repeatedly promised to complete the reconstruction of Chuy Avenue by December 1, traffic on this section has still not been restored. The deadlines for the opening of the site have already been postponed several times. In the video from the webcam, it can be seen that construction work is ongoing, traffic for vehicles is closed, and part of the infrastructure is still unfinished. Photo from the internet
In 2025, as part of cultural cooperation between Kyrgyzstan and Korea, several premieres of the play "Semetei" are planned. This was announced by the press service of the Ministry of Culture. The first demonstration of the play took place on November 27-28 in the South Korean city of Gwangju.
Photo from the internet. Changes to the moratorium on the renaming of streets are planned in Bishkek A draft amendment to the document that establishes the procedure for renaming geographical objects in the capital has been put out for public discussion. In particular, it concerns the adjustment of the resolution of the Bishkek City Council, which introduces a moratorium on mass changes to street names. According to a report prepared by the city administration, after the
Sadyr Arzymat uulu — an outstanding Kyrgyz leader of the 18th century
The Ministry of Culture of Russia has launched a competition that provides an opportunity for training in a master's program at a Chinese university. This initiative aims to prepare specialists engaged in the protection of historical and cultural heritage sites. According to information provided by the ministry's press service, candidates must be under the age of 35.
Yesterday, around 6 AM, the authorized representative of the President of the Kyrgyz Republic in the Chui region, Azamat Osmonov, conducted an unexpected inspection at the livestock market in Tokmok, according to information provided by the Turmush press service. During the inspection, Osmonov personally familiarized himself with the trading conditions as well as the state of sanitary and veterinary control. Serious violations were recorded during the visit.
Recently, a photo exhibition titled "Valley of Winds" was launched in Bishkek, created by documentary photographer Danil Usmanov. The exhibition is dedicated to the fates of children left in the Batken region under the care of relatives while their parents work abroad. The exhibition has already been shown in Batken and will be open in Bishkek until December 28.
In Toktogul, a ceremony was held to unveil a monument to Sadyr Khan (Sadyr Arzymat uulu), a renowned leader of the Kyrgyz people in the 18th century. This event is part of the preparations for the celebration of the 310th anniversary of his birth, which is being marked this year by a government decree. According to historical data, Sadyr Arzymat uulu had a significant influence on the resettlement of the Sayaks from Ketmen-Tobo to Talas, supporting the initiative of Esengul Bolot uulu. This
The increase in cases of ARVI and influenza continues In response to the growing number of cases of ARVI and influenza, 214 kindergartens have been closed for quarantine, and 207 schools have switched to distance learning. This information was announced by representatives of the Ministry of Education.
The issue of workplace injuries in the Kyrgyz Republic remains highly relevant and requires a systematic approach to its resolution, reports the Federation of Trade Unions (FTU). According to information from the FTU, 70 investigations into workplace accidents were conducted in the first 11 months of 2025, of which 31 resulted in fatalities and 39 in serious injuries.