In the new edition of the State Guarantees Program for medical and sanitary assistance, which has been put forward for public discussion, a special chapter dedicated to "Palliative Care" has been introduced. It now includes a set of key services, ranging from diagnosis to the provision of necessary medications.
The famous British artist will delight fans with his hits. Organizers have announced that for the first time, a solo concert by the world-famous Jay Sean will be held in Bishkek.
As part of his working trip to the Batken region, the Chairman of the State Committee for National Security (SCNS) Kamchybek Tashiev met with residents of the village of Maksat, located in the Leilek district. During the visit, he familiarized himself with the new houses built for local residents and communicated with them. The villagers expressed their concerns, discussed existing problems, and voiced suggestions, as well as asked Tashiev various questions. To create new residential spaces
Currently, active work is ongoing on the reconstruction of the bridge on Jibek Jolu Avenue. This was reported on December 12 on "Birinchi Radio" by Azamat Osmonaliev, the chief specialist of the Department of Transport and Development of Road Transport Infrastructure of the Bishkek City Hall. According to him, in 2025, both the reconstruction of two existing bridges and the construction of one new bridge are planned. The bridge over the YBCHK, which connects Shukurova and Mederova
The Ministry of Emergency Situations of the Kyrgyz Republic reports that due to expected precipitation from December 13 to 15, there is a threat of avalanches in the mountainous regions of the country. The most likely places for avalanches include sections of the Bishkek - Osh highway (from the 121st to the 138th km), the Too-Ashuu area, the Ala-Bel pass, and the Chychkan gorge. Avalanches may also occur at the Chapchym pass on the Ala-Buka - Kanysh-Kiya route, as well as on sections of the
On December 12, the mayor of the city of Osh, Jenishbek Toktorbaev, was awarded the "Dustlik" ("Friendship") order by the President of Uzbekistan, Shavkat Mirziyoyev. Toktorbaev received the "Dustlik" order from the hands of the president. The award was presented by the Minister of Culture of the Republic of Uzbekistan, Ozodbek Nazarbekov, who visited Osh to participate in the solemn ceremony of opening a monument to the famous poet Alisher Navoi.
According to the current Labor Code, the first seven days of January in Kyrgyzstan are official holidays. At the same time, this year the government proposed to extend the New Year holidays until January 12. However, January 8 and 9 will have to be worked on Saturday, February 7, and April 25. Currently, the draft resolution is at the stage of public discussion. Many social media users expressed dissatisfaction, noting that they had planned their affairs in advance, taking into account the
In honor of National Literature Day and the birthday of Chyngyz Aitmatov, more than 100 volunteers from the Eurasia NGO gathered in Bishkek to lay flowers at the writer's monument. According to the organization, this event has become a symbol of respect for the legacy left by the writer, whose works have had a significant impact on the cultural identity of Kyrgyzstan and continue to inspire readers around the world.
In Bishkek, the second base of the National Center for the Protection of Motherhood and Childhood has been fully refurbished to provide assistance to patients with acute respiratory viral infections and pneumonia. This was reported by the director of the institution, Shaiyrbek Sulaymanov. He noted that due to the increase in morbidity across the country, 145 hospital beds have been deployed. Currently, 132 patients are receiving treatment at the facility.
As reported by the Call Center of Kaktus.media, local residents are expressing dissatisfaction with the long queues at the GRS. One reader noted: "At the GRS in the Sokuluk district, the queues are endless. They never seem to end. We wait outside, both in the cold and in the rain. I ask that this problem be resolved, as chaos reigns here all the time."
Jenyshbek Toktorbaev, the mayor of the city of Osh, was awarded the "Dostuk" order by the decree of the President of Uzbekistan, Shavkat Mirziyoyev. This information was announced at the city hall.
A local resident contacted the Kaktus.media Call Center to complain about the condition of the bridge at the intersection of Bokonbaeva and Aitmatov. She noted: "The bridge at the junction of Bokonbaeva and Leo Tolstoy streets is in a deplorable state. There is no lighting here at night, and the road is full of potholes. In rainy weather, large puddles form on the bridge, and children have to walk along the edge. This is an important road, especially when Aitmatov Avenue is closed,"
Recently, on social media, on the page of a charitable project on Instagram, a video appeared in which a masked blogger shares information about his assistance to a Kyrgyz family. Begimai, one of the family members, spoke about her difficulties: "I have almost no vision in my left eye, and my right eye functions only at 2-3%. My daughter suffers from cerebral palsy and epilepsy. My husband moves around in a wheelchair due to rheumatoid polyarthritis. Despite this, he works as a taxi
In the city of Kant, located in the Issyk-Ata district of the Chui region, a mural has been created on the wall of the Chyngyz Aitmatov House of Culture, depicting the portrait of this outstanding writer and incorporating the symbolism of his works. The press service of the city administration informed the Turmush correspondent that this mural was installed in June 2025.
A creative evening dedicated to the National Day of Literature took place on December 12 at the Aman Toktogulov Library in Talas. The event gathered poets, writers, and literature enthusiasts, reports Turmush correspondent. Among the guests were the deputy head of the region Mira Sedikerimova, poetess and recipient of the "Dank" medal Arzykan Momuntaeva, honored cultural worker of Kyrgyzstan Ermek Ümötov, as well as writer-journalists Toktogul Ibragimov and Nurzhigit Seydaliev. Also
The winter intensive course from "Robot League" is timed to coincide with the 2026 Olympic Games. In this unique project, children will be able to immerse themselves in the world of robotics, developing their athlete robots at a secret engineering base. "Robot League". Each day will be dedicated to a new winter discipline, including:
The situation surrounding the company "Kut," which is engaged in the construction of the residential complex "Altai" on the outskirts of Bishkek, is causing concern among Kyrgyz citizens. A resident of the capital reported on "Birinchi Radio" about the emergence of conflicting information on social media, where some bloggers claim that the company lacks sufficient permits. Nurdan Oruntaev, the Minister of Construction, Architecture, and Housing and Communal
Citizens of Kyrgyzstan and Russia have contacted Kaktus.media with complaints about the logistics company "RossCargo." People report that they have been unable to receive their cargo sent to Russia for several months, and company representatives are demanding additional money for its return. The total value of the lost goods exceeds 100 million rubles. What happened?Arjuna Tsydenzhapova, a resident of Chita, stated that around 200 people have been affected by the company's
During his working visit to the Russian Federation, the Prime Minister of Kyrgyzstan, Adylbek Kasymaliev, participated in an international conference dedicated to cooperation in the fields of science and technology. Together with his fellow prime ministers from the EAEU countries, he visited the museum in the "Atom" pavilion located at VDNH. This pavilion is the largest educational center dedicated to the nuclear industry and covers the history of the use of atomic energy — from the
Programming has long ceased to be something inaccessible and meant only for adults. Modern children easily master digital literacy, creating their first games, websites, animations, and even simple projects. This is not just an engaging activity — these are skills that will be useful in any profession. The winter holidays are a great time to try something new without unnecessary rush and stress. For this reason, Coddy is launching a new winter IT intensive, which offers a short but highly
The license of the construction company "Glav Tech Invest" was suspended by the Ministry of Construction, Architecture, and Housing and Communal Services. This decision was a result of a video appeal received on December 9 from local residents, in which they reported violations of safety regulations during the construction of a 4-story shopping center in the 10th microdistrict of the capital. On December 11, the company was again held administratively liable for ignoring a previously
In the Batken region, in the Kadamjai district, since the beginning of the current year, there have been 6,912 cases of acute respiratory and influenza-like infections recorded. All patients sought medical assistance and received outpatient treatment. According to the data from the district sanitary-epidemiological control, 429 of all the infected individuals were hospitalized. There is an observed increase in the number of cases during the autumn-winter period.
The festive opening of the monument to the outstanding poet Alisher Navoi took place in the city of Osh, according to information from the local mayor's office. Attending the ceremony were the mayor of Osh, Jenishbek Toktorbaev, the presidential representative in the region Amanakan Kenjebayev, the chairman of the Osh city council Bolot Bayetov, the deputy minister of culture, information, and youth policy Askarala Madaminov, as well as a delegation from Uzbekistan led by the Minister of
On December 12, in Talas, on A. Otorbaev Street, a traffic accident occurred involving a collision between a "Mercedes Vito" and a "Honda Fit." Both drivers sustained injuries as a result of the incident.
At the opening ceremony of the restored building of the Kyrgyz Cotton Station, located in the village of Bolshevik in the Kara-Suu district, the Minister of Agriculture Bakyt Torobaev, who is acting as Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers, was present. According to information from the Ministry of Agriculture, this station, founded in 1926-1927, plays an important role as a scientific center engaged in the selection of varieties and the improvement of technologies in agronomy.
A meeting was held at the State Tax Service with participants from the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic, dedicated to issues of identifying and combating economic offenses, timed to coincide with International Anti-Corruption Day. Representatives of the Ministry of Internal Affairs provided current statistics on registered economic crimes, discussed practical examples from their work, and methods of investigation.
The ceremony for lighting the main Christmas tree of the country will take place on December 15 at 18:30 in Ala-Too Square in Bishkek. This event has become one of the most anticipated for the residents, as reported by the press service of the mayor's office. The program of the event includes performances by famous artists, as well as numerous entertainments for guests. An extensive recreation area will be created in the square, featuring an ice rink of 1,500 square meters, market stalls,
The winner of the Nikon Comedy Wildlife 2025 contest is the photo "Give Me Five" by British photographer Mark Met-Con, featuring a gorilla from Virunga National Park in Africa. This information is posted on the official contest website. For Mark, this is not his first appearance in this contest: last year he became a finalist with a photograph of a white-tailed eagle taken off the coast of Hokkaido Island. This year, he presented his work again, this time featuring a gorilla, which,
In Bishkek, negotiations are set to begin with Chinese partners regarding the construction of two elevated bridges next year. This was announced by Azamat Osmonaliev, the leading specialist in the Department of Transport and Road Infrastructure Development of the city hall, on the air of "Birinchi Radio" on December 12. The work on this project started in 2024. It is expected that the design and survey work will be completed by April 2026, after which discussions on construction
In Batken, an incident involving the detention of a drunk driver occurred. According to a report from the Traffic Safety Organization Department (UOBDD) of the regional Internal Affairs Directorate, traffic inspectors stopped a "Volkswagen Jetta" driven by a person under the influence of alcohol.
On December 10, a walking march took place in the Chuy region, organized by the Alamedin District Department of Internal Affairs under the slogan "We are against violence." This was reported by the press service of the regional Department of Internal Affairs. Teachers, students, local authorities, and elders participated in the event. The main goal of the action was to inform the population about violence and its negative consequences, as well as to prevent such cases.
In the Naryn region, in the Ak-Tala district, a fair was held today, featuring socially important products and essential goods. According to the Ministry of Agriculture, the price of lamb at the event was 600 soms, while the cost of turkeys ranged from 3000 to 6000 soms.
On the air of Birinchi Radio, the chairman of the State Financial Intelligence Service, Kanat Asangulov, revealed information about the most common fraud schemes in the modern world. According to him, based on information from the Ministry of Internal Affairs and expert opinions, situations such as calls from a "bank" are frequently encountered in Kyrgyzstan, during which fraudsters report suspicious transactions and ask for a code from an SMS message. They may use spoofed numbers,
On December 15 at 18:30, one of the most anticipated winter events will take place in Ala-Too Central Square – the festive lighting of the main New Year tree of the capital of Kyrgyzstan. According to information provided by the Bishkek City Hall, guests can expect a vibrant program filled with magic. Well-known artists and public favorites will perform on stage.
The case has been referred to law enforcement authorities In the village of Ak-Beshim, changes have occurred regarding the location of the boiler room at the kindergarten "Balastan." Previously, the boiler room and laundry were located on the territory of the kindergarten but were sold to a private individual. As a result, the boiler room was moved to a space that previously housed a children's bedroom. Local residents reported this to the presidential representative in the Chui
Several reasons for this decision have been voiced The Ministry of Labor, Social Security, and Migration of Kyrgyzstan has initiated a draft law that proposes to extend the New Year holidays in 2026 until January 12. This draft law has already been presented for public discussion.
A meeting of representatives from Ukraine, the United States, and European countries is scheduled to take place in Paris to discuss a peace plan, as reported by Axios. The meeting, which will occur on December 13, will involve delegates from the United States, Ukraine, France, Germany, and the United Kingdom. The main topic of discussion will be "new ideas" for resolving key contentious issues, including territorial status, problems surrounding the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant,
In the Kochkor district, at the museum named after Osmonaly Sydyk uulu, there is a unique leather item — the "zhelinche". This vessel, dated to the 18th century, is a rare specimen made from a cow's udder. Traditionally, it was used to store melted butter and cream.
In Sulyukta, a ceremonial opening of new service apartments for military personnel took place, attended by the Chairman of the State Committee for National Security (SCNS) Kamchybek Tashiev, as reported by Region TV. In his speech, he detailed the measures being taken by the state to support the military and urged them to carry out their duties with responsibility and dedication. Tashiev emphasized the importance of guarding the state border and providing social support to military personnel,
Government bodies and local authorities should abandon pyrotechnics The Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision has proposed replacing traditional New Year fireworks with drones and LED illuminations.
According to information received from Marat Danilov, a member of the shooting group of the Kochkor district, a planned culling of stray dogs has begun in the villages of the region. Danilov noted that there has been a recent increase in the population of stray animals, which has led to the start of the shooting season.
At the Second International Mining and Metallurgical Forum taking place in Tajikistan, the Minister of Natural Resources, Ecology and Technical Supervision of Kyrgyzstan, Meder Mashiev, is participating. The minister emphasized that the mining industry is a crucial source of economic growth for Kyrgyzstan, accounting for 12.6% of GDP, 64.5% of industrial production, and 38% of exports.
The winners will receive cash prizes Kyrgyz boxer Omar Livaza has successfully reached the final of the World Championship taking place in the UAE in the weight category up to 63.5 kg.
The mayor emphasized that this will help businesspeople during the winter period On December 11, the mayor of Osh, Jenishbek Toktorbaev, conducted an inspection of the city's trading areas and, based on the results of the visit, made the decision to postpone the relocation of the 'Kelechek' market until spring. This is done to avoid creating difficulties for entrepreneurs during the winter period.
In Kyrgyzstan, employees of the State National Security Committee (GKNB) uncovered and stopped a corruption scheme operating in the Republican Center for Psychiatry and Narcology, which is subordinate to the Ministry of Health. As specialists found out, some forensic psychiatric experts, for a certain sum of money, declared defendants in serious cases as "insane," allowing them to avoid criminal punishment. During the investigation, it became known that in mid-2025, six experts
Azamat Osmonov claims he is involved in illegal gravel extraction
Additional doctors for children have been recruited The Ministry of Health reported the need to deploy additional beds in Bishkek due to the increase in cases of ARVI and seasonal flu.
The National Bank of the Kyrgyz Republic warns that fake documents are being circulated via messaging apps, which contain the institution's logo and a forged signature of the chairman Melis Turgunbaev. These documents have nothing to do with reality. It is important to note that the National Bank does not use messaging apps to send official documents, does not require money transfers, and does not work directly with individuals.