Work on decorating Ala-Too Square in Bishkek for the New Year celebrations is ongoing, as reported by the city hall. This season, the main Christmas tree of the city will be decorated in silver and blue tones. The municipality noted that existing elements will be used for the decorations, which will help reduce costs.
At the second International Mining and Metallurgical Forum in Tajikistan, Meder Mashiev, the Minister of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision of the Kyrgyz Republic, is present. This information was disseminated by the ministry's press service. According to the agency, significant deposits are located in Kyrgyzstan, such as Sandyk and Zardalek, with total reserves exceeding 400 million tons of aluminum raw materials. This creates excellent conditions for expanding
On December 10, 2025, the Constitutional Court of the Kyrgyz Republic discussed the president's request for an opinion on a draft law that proposes the reinstatement of the death penalty in cases of serious crimes, such as child rape and murders related to rape. This was reported by the court's press service. According to the information, the Constitutional Court assessed how the proposed changes align with the Constitution and how they may affect the fundamental principles of the
Due to intense precipitation and worsening weather conditions, a state of emergency was declared in the Tyup district a few hours ago, as reported by the presidential office for the Issyk-Kul region. According to the agency, all services and civil defense are currently operating in an enhanced mode.
Maria Corina Machado, the Venezuelan opposition leader and Nobel Peace Prize laureate, was unable to attend the ceremony for her award. This was reported by BBC News. She was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize for her fight for democracy in Venezuela, and the ceremony was scheduled to take place on Wednesday.
A resident of the capital contacted the editorial office of Kaktus.media to share his observations about the work of city services in clearing snow from the streets. He noted that special equipment is actively working on the main highways, and he has no complaints about that. However, he emphasized that cleaning equipment has not appeared on Suyumbaeva Street.
President Sadyr Japarov met with the diplomat regarding this matter. In a statement from the press service, it is noted that the president thanked the ambassador for his significant contribution and productive activities that promote the strengthening of relations between the two countries. He also emphasized the active participation of the Saudi Development Fund in implementing key socio-economic initiatives in Kyrgyzstan, including projects for the construction of affordable housing,
At the Parallel OSCE Conference in Vienna, Tolekan Ismailova, director of the organization "Bir Duyno Kyrgyzstan," emphasized that Central Asia remains one of the most vulnerable regions regarding women's political participation and influence on decision-making processes. Ismailova noted that contemporary global crises, including environmental, political, and social issues, are significantly exacerbated by the existing gender gap.
The Bishkek City Hall reports that the Land Use Control Department has identified and dismantled several pavilions installed on Sadigaliyev Street without the necessary permits. As a result of the commission's work, contracts with the owners of these structures were terminated, allowing for the return of 125 square meters of land to municipal ownership.
The commission made a unanimous decision The National Commission of the Kyrgyz Republic for UNESCO has announced that traditional knowledge of preparing maxym has been included in the representative list of the intangible cultural heritage of humanity under the auspices of UNESCO.
No precipitation is forecasted in Kyrgyzstan. In the capital, Bishkek, the temperature will drop to -15 degrees at night, while during the day it is expected to be +6.
The Vice Mayor of the capital, Azamat Kadyrov, presented proposals on December 10 to limit the parking of scooters in Bishkek. During a meeting of the permanent commission of the Bishkek City Council dedicated to issues of municipal property, land relations, and urban planning, a draft resolution regarding the regulation of the placement of individual mobility devices (IMD) in the city was reviewed. This document creates a legal basis for allocating municipal land for scooter, bicycle, and
In Kyrgyzstan, the situation with attorney-client privilege raises serious concerns. This was stated by Cholpon Jakupova, head of the legal clinic "Adilet," during the "National Dialogue: Countering and Preventing Torture and Other Inhumane or Degrading Treatment and Punishment," held on December 10. “We are witnessing how lawyers are losing access to their clients. Who, if not the lawyer, is able to monitor the rights of their clients? The reduction of the independence of
After the snowfall that occurred the day before, significant traffic jams formed in Bishkek on the evening of December 10, leading to a slowdown in movement in many areas of the city. At the bus stops, a large crowd of people gathered, waiting for a bus. However, most of the vehicles were overcrowded and could not accommodate everyone who wanted to board.
The dental clinic in the city of Manas, located in the Jalal-Abad region, has returned to municipal ownership after being recognized as illegally privatized. At the XX session of the X convocation of the Manas City Council, the issue of transferring the building to municipal ownership was raised, which received unanimous support from council members.
The Syrtovaya zone of the Jetty-Oguz district in the Issyk-Kul region is closed due to a snowstorm. This information was provided by representatives of the road maintenance enterprise No. 3.
The Ministry of Education reported that they have no information Parents of children attending the specialized boarding school for the blind and visually impaired on Kulatov Street in Bishkek expressed concern about the possible relocation of the educational institution to Chon-Aryk.
The intellectual rights to the project have been transferred to the Ministry of Culture
Kyrgyzstan received international recognition
Active hostilities have resumed at the border between Thailand and Cambodia
The project has been submitted for public discussion In Kyrgyzstan, plans are being made to amend electricity tariffs, as announced by representatives of the Cabinet.
A video appeal from residents of the 10th microdistrict of Bishkek has been received by the Ministry of Construction.
So far, only multi-story buildings are being constructed in their place The Vice Mayor of the capital, Azamat Kadyrov, announced at a meeting of the permanent commission of the Bishkek City Council that the construction of multi-level parking lots is planned on the sites of demolished garages. This statement was part of the discussion on issues related to the dismantling of garages in the "Alamedin-1" microdistrict and the creation of new parking spaces for local residents.
The situation has caused discontent among journalist Semetey Amanbekov According to information posted on social media, employees of the company "Severelectro" have begun visiting stores where the use of air conditioners and heaters is prohibited. This was reported by journalist Semetey Amanbekov.
The Deputy Prime Minister, Edil Baisalov, stated at today's event dedicated to the fight against torture that the National Center for the Prevention of Torture was closed due to duplication of its functions with the ombudsman. This decision was not aimed at saving costs but was intended to strengthen the role of the ombudsman institution in the area of preventing torture. Baisalov assured that human rights defenders would receive full support in expanding their capabilities, budget, and
According to information provided by the district police department, on December 9, 2025, a report was received at the Internal Affairs Department of the Lenin District of Bishkek from A. K. regarding the disappearance of her daughter, Aisezim Mirbekova, born in 2011. The girl's mother reported that around 12:30, Aisezim left school-gymnasium No. 117 in the village of Novopavlovka and boarded bus route No. 254. Approximately at 13:00, she got off at the stop in the residential area
In Afghanistan, authorities arrested four young men who were creating videos on social media inspired by the British series "Peaky Blinders." The group, calling themselves "Jebrail Shelby," was accused of violating "Islamic values" for wearing flat caps and three-piece suits, as well as for behavior that the Taliban deemed "promoting foreign culture." Photo from the internet. Taliban detains "Afghan Shelbys"
The authorities of St. Petersburg have introduced a ban on migrant workers serving as taxi drivers and couriers, which will remain in effect until the end of 2026. This decision was made by Governor Alexander Beglov and announced by the city administration's press service. According to the new decree, employers in the city are prohibited from hiring foreign citizens with work patents in certain sectors of the economy.
A deputy of the Bishkek City Council, Kazybek Ergeshov from the "Yntymak" faction, raised the issue of the non-functioning elevator on the overpass pedestrian bridge located near the Alamedin market on December 10. At the meeting of the permanent commission on municipal property, land issues, urban planning, and architecture, Ergeshov noted that the elevator is not operational, despite the fact that the commission issued relevant instructions last year. The city administration had
At a meeting of the permanent commission of the Bishkek City Council, which deals with issues of municipal property, land relations, urban planning, and architecture, deputy Kazybek Ergeshov from the "Yntymak" party raised the issue of land plots in the Mykan residential area. This district was transferred from the Alamudun district to Bishkek as a result of the administrative-territorial reform. Ergeshov noted that the problem was discussed a year ago. Some local residents have
The head of the Ministry of Construction shared his opinion on the dense construction of high-rise buildings in the capital In Bishkek, there is a possibility to construct 40-story residential buildings, stated Nurdana Oruntaev, the Minister of Construction, Architecture, and Housing and Communal Services, in an interview with KNA "Kabar".
Bishkek December 11, Thursday At night, the temperature will be -13...-15 °C, with expected cloudiness.
At a meeting with representatives of the media, Nurdana Oruntaev stated that it is possible to construct 40-story buildings and even taller ones in Bishkek. As an example, he mentioned the sturdy pipes of the CHP. On the air of the "Kabar" agency, the minister noted that the country currently allows the construction of buildings up to 22 stories high without special technical requirements. For high-rise buildings over 22 stories, it is necessary to obtain a special conclusion from the
The UNESCO Secretariat has announced the inclusion of the traditional knowledge of preparing the Kyrgyz drink Maksym in the Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. This decision was made at the 20th session of the Intergovernmental Committee, which is taking place from December 8 to 13 in New Delhi. The voting on this matter took place on December 10 and was unanimous.
In Bishkek, at 37 Kulatov Street, there is a special boarding school for children with visual impairments. The question of its possible relocation to the villages of Chon-Aryk or Tash-Dobo has become relevant due to an appeal from one of the mothers, Nuriya Kurmanalieva, who expressed deep concern about this issue. She noted that moving such an educational institution could lead to problems with access to education for children. “The new school should be built in the same location. We have
A National Dialogue dedicated to issues of combating torture and ill-treatment took place in Bishkek, as reported by the press service of the State Penitentiary Service (GPS) on December 10. Representatives from various government structures participated in the event. According to the Deputy Chairman of the GPS, Nurlan Sarchayev, video surveillance systems, body cameras, and measures to enhance control have been implemented in the institutions. In addition, programs for the resocialization of
In the capital of Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek, the land use control department announced the recognition of several pavilions on Sadigaliyev Street as illegal, which led to their demolition. This information was provided by the press service of the city hall. According to municipal data, these structures were installed without the necessary permits.
In Bishkek and across the country, agricultural fairs will be held periodically until June 2026, where local farmers, producers, and craftsmen present socially important food products to the population. According to the Ministry of Agriculture, these fairs are organized to maintain stability in the domestic market and provide citizens with quality products at reasonable prices.
In Kyrgyzstan, refugees and asylum seekers face numerous challenges. This was reported on December 10 at the "National Dialogue: Combating and Preventing Torture and Other Inhumane or Degrading Treatment and Punishment" by Cholpon Jakupova, head of the legal clinic "Adilet." She emphasized that one of the most vulnerable groups, such as refugees, encounters serious problems. In particular, there have been cases of criminal cases initiated under Article 378 of the Criminal
Photo by UNESCO. Traditional knowledge of preparing the maxym drink is now on the UNESCO list A recent decision by the National Commission of the Kyrgyz Republic for UNESCO marked a historic moment: traditional knowledge of preparing the Kyrgyz national drink maxym has been added to the representative list of the intangible cultural heritage of humanity, protected by UNESCO. This decision was unanimously adopted at the 20th session of the Intergovernmental Committee for the Safeguarding of the
According to reports, on December 9, 2025, I. Sh. contacted the Internal Affairs Department of the Lenin District with a statement about the disappearance of her son - Aftandil Nazarbekovich, born in 1988. According to the police, on October 18, he left home in a white Hyundai Sonata (license plate not established), intending to work as a taxi driver, and since then his whereabouts have been unknown. A man who has been missing for almost two months is being sought in Bishkek. The police
In the capital of Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek, illegally installed trading pavilions located on Sadigaliyev Street were discovered and removed. This became known on December 10 thanks to information provided by the city's mayor's office press service. According to the Land Use Control Department, these structures were installed without the necessary permits. As a result of the conducted inspection, the mayor's commission decided to terminate contracts with the entrepreneurs operating in
On the section of the highway Ala-Buka—Kerben—Tash-Kumyr, the asphalt laying work has been completed over a length of three kilometers. This information was provided by the Tash-Kumyr City Road Maintenance Enterprise.
On December 10, a solemn opening of the Alley of Internal Troops of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic took place in the city of Osh, located in the K. Mamakeev park. For the servicemen of military unit 7703, a two-story bathhouse was also built to improve their living conditions.
In Bishkek, as a result of inspections, illegal pavilions located on Sadyrbaev Street were discovered and demolished, as reported by the city administration. According to information received from the authorities, these structures were installed without the necessary permits. In this regard, the city administration's commission decided to terminate contracts with the entrepreneurs and free up 125 square meters of municipal land.
During the investigation conducted by the State Committee for National Security (SCNS), facts of illegal privatization of strategically significant water management facilities were revealed. According to the SCNS, as a result of the inspection, it became known that several service houses and adjacent territories in the Panfilov district of the Chui region were unlawfully registered as private property.
The collaboration between UNDP in Kyrgyzstan and the Nature Foundation, supported by the Ministry of Natural Resources, led to the organization of a field expedition to a Key Ornithological Area located near the capital, Bishkek. This site is considered one of the key areas for biodiversity in the country. Diplomats from France and Turkey, as well as representatives from the Chinese embassy and the World Bank, participated in this trip. During several hours of observation, experts were able to
In the Osh region, in Uzgen, preparations for the 2026 irrigation season are ongoing. According to the Ministry of Agriculture, large-scale activities are being carried out in the region aimed at increasing the capacity of irrigation channels and improving water supply for agricultural needs. Currently, mechanical cleaning and channel cutting are being conducted on the Myrza canal, which is 6.5 kilometers long, and on the Kochkor-Ata canal, which is 2 kilometers long. Simultaneously, similar