A New Year's fair has opened on Manas Street in the city of Talas, as reported by a Turmush correspondent. Local market vendors inform that the fair will continue its work until the end of the month, until December 31.
Bishkek December 30, Tuesday Night temperature: +2...+4 °C, cloudy weather. During the day: +11...+13 °C, cloudy.
During these events, introductory sessions were held for new committee members, as well as informational meetings, which allowed participants to better understand the structure and activities of FIFA.
In the coming days, residents of Kyrgyzstan will work on a reduced schedule as the New Year holidays have been extended until January 12, 2026. This became possible thanks to a resolution adopted by the Cabinet of Ministers, which adds two days off — January 8 and 9 — for employees of state and municipal organizations, as well as institutions funded by the state budget.
In the Batken region, the city of Razakov was awarded the title of the cleanest city in Kyrgyzstan as a result of the national competition "The Cleanest City and the Cleanest Ayil Aimak," which was conducted by the Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision. According to information from the regional administration, as a result of the competition, Razakov took
Children from the orphanages "Nur-Bulak" in the city of Chayek and "Irada" with "Telegey" from Karakol celebrated the upcoming New Year by visiting the park "Eurasia." A special entertainment program was prepared for them, in which volunteers from the youth charity organization SOS actively participated.
At a meeting with representatives of law enforcement and the judiciary in the Issyk-Kul region, Kamchybek Tashiev, head of the State National Security Committee (GKNB), reported on materials prepared against several judges. According to him, these actions are part of the effort to ensure justice in the judicial system. He emphasized that judicial decisions must be not only objective but also fair, and that corrupt practices, such as bribery or personal connections, are unacceptable. Judges, in
In the run-up to the New Year holidays, the internal affairs bodies of the Issyk-Kul region conducted a garrison drill inspection aimed at ensuring public order, the safety of citizens, and traffic safety. The event was organized in accordance with the order of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic.
A garrison drill inspection took place in the central square of Batken, timed to coincide with the New Year holidays. The event was attended by the First Deputy Minister of Internal Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic, Major General of Police Adylbek Biibosunov. Also present at the inspection were the presidential representative in the Batken region, Aibek Shamenov, and leaders of local law enforcement agencies.
The award ceremony, held by the State Agency for Physical Culture and Sports under the Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic, was an important event that highlighted the outstanding achievements of both athletes and coaches, as well as patrons who made significant contributions to the development of non-Olympic sports in the country.
During the meeting held in the Issyk-Kul region, Tashiev reminded that the long weekends in Kyrgyzstan will last until January 12. He added that while citizens can enjoy the holidays, stability and order, which must be ensured by law enforcement agencies, are necessary for this. "Do not allow yourselves to relax. Neither I nor the president are resting, and we will be checking on you," said the chairman of the State Committee for National Security.
On December 29, a children's New Year celebration took place near the Christmas tree in Manas, organized by the authorized representative of the president in the Jalal-Abad region. The ceremony began at the main Christmas tree located in Freedom Square (Azattyk). The president's representative addressed the children with congratulations on the upcoming New Year.
From December 19 to 25, the CAVA Cup was held in Male, the capital of the Republic of Maldives, where the women's national team of Kyrgyzstan took first place.
According to the latest data from the Department of Disease Prevention and State Sanitary and Epidemiological Surveillance, the number of cases of ARVI and influenza in Kyrgyzstan in the 52nd week of 2025 (from December 22 to 28) amounted to 15,043. This number is lower than the previous week, when 22,192 cases were registered. Of the total number of cases, 72.8% are children under 14 years old.
In Manas, located in the Jalal-Abad region, the development of a municipal penalty parking lot has been initiated, and two tow trucks have been purchased for the evacuation of improperly parked vehicles. This information became known during the extraordinary XXI session of the city council of deputies of the X convocation.
On December 23, a match took place in Amman (Jordan) between the teams "Al Hussein" from Jordan and "Ahal" from Turkmenistan, which became an important stage of the tournament.
Olivier salad continues to be an integral part of the New Year's table for many families in Kyrgyzstan. We conducted calculations to find out how much it will cost to prepare traditional Olivier for the holiday.
The monitoring center aimed at ensuring compliance with traffic rules has been ceremoniously opened in Osh. Among those present at the event were the mayor of the city, Jenishbek Toktorbaev, the deputy minister of internal affairs, Erkebek Ashirkhodzhaev, the head of the State Traffic Safety Department, Azenbek Kozukeev, and the head of the Osh City Police Department, Damirbek Isakov, as well as other high-ranking officials.
The press service of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs reported the introduction of a visa-free regime for diplomats between Kyrgyzstan and Thailand. This agreement will come into effect on January 2, 2026. According to the information, the document was signed on September 27, 2024, in New York and aims to simplify border crossing procedures for official representatives of both countries.
The Ministry of Agriculture of the Kyrgyz Republic reported the acquisition of modern equipment intended for artificial insemination of cattle. This became possible thanks to the efforts of the Veterinary Service, Livestock Development, Pastures, and Feed. Zhanybek Kerimaliev, the First Deputy Minister of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry, visited the site where the new equipment was installed to familiarize himself with its specifications and assess the progress of the
In the lead-up to December 30, meteorologists report that snowfall is expected in the high mountainous areas of Jalal-Abad and Batken regions. However, no precipitation is forecasted for the rest of the country.
Specialists from the Republican Center for Health Promotion emphasize that there is no safe dose of alcohol. According to them, "Every sip of alcohol causes immense stress in the body and leads to destructive consequences. All organs and systems suffer from the effects of alcohol."
For the New Year, the Ministry of Construction, Architecture, and Housing and Communal Services of the Kyrgyz Republic presented an original Christmas tree made of bricks, installing it at one of its facilities. This unusual structure, two meters tall, was assembled from 800 bricks. Photo by the Ministry of Construction According to ministry representatives, this Christmas tree embodies the profession of builders, symbolizing strength, team spirit, and creativity, even in a harsh production
In anticipation of the New Year, the Bishkek Health Promotion Center reminds residents of the importance of following safe eating practices to avoid health issues during the holidays. Experts emphasize that during New Year celebrations, it is essential to strictly adhere to the basic principles of food safety. Dishes left at room temperature become an ideal environment for bacteria to thrive.
At a meeting organized at the National Center for Oncology and Hematology, Gulmira Abdyrazakova, head of the "Together Against Cancer" Foundation, discussed key issues and achievements of the oncology service in Kyrgyzstan. She also shared information about the necessary funds for purchasing medications to meet the needs of all cancer patients. Abdyrazakova emphasized that thanks to funding from "Kumtor," the situation with the center's equipment has improved.
A solemn event took place in the Moscow district, where the success of the district electrical section of the Chui Electric Networks Enterprise was celebrated for taking first place in the republican review-competition. As a result of this achievement, the institution received a monetary prize of 35,000 soms. The chief engineer of the district electric networks, Eldiyar Temirbekov, reported that a republican review-competition was organized in 2025, in which representatives from seven regions
At a meeting held in the Issyk-Kul region, Kamchybek Tashiev emphasized that starting from the beginning of 2026, employees of the State Committee for National Security (SCNS) will focus on combating corruption. Inspections will involve all public officials, from the heads of local administrations to ministers. Tashiev noted that anyone found guilty of stealing state property will face punishment. He added that the requirements for work will be significantly tightened. "As the president
On December 29, in Osh, at the square where the main New Year tree is installed, a ceremony was held to present gifts to children who wrote letters to Santa Claus. According to the press service of the presidential representative office in the Osh region, 13 children from various districts of the region participated in the event. The gifts were presented on behalf of the president and the head of the region.
A New Year celebration was held in Manas, gathering 150 children, organized with the support of the office of the authorized representative of the government in the Jalal-Abad region. The festive event began at the New Year tree, where children were awaited with fun games, songs, dances, and many entertainments.
Citizens of Kyrgyzstan applying for the replacement of driver's licenses have the opportunity to undergo free and voluntary testing for hepatitis B and C, as well as for HIV infection during the process of obtaining medical certificate 083. This information was presented by the Ministry of Health, citing the words of Aibek Bekbolotov, a specialist at the Republican Center for the Control of Hematogenous Viral Hepatitis and HIV. According to Bekbolotov, vaccination against hepatitis B is
The Veterinary and Animal Husbandry Service, part of the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry, has announced the acquisition of modern equipment for artificial insemination of cattle. The press service of the agency reports that these investments are aimed at increasing productivity in animal husbandry and improving financial conditions for farmers.
In anticipation of the New Year holidays, starting from December 29, the employees of the internal affairs bodies of the Kyrgyz Republic began to perform their duties in an enhanced mode. According to information provided by the Ministry of Internal Affairs, more than 12,000 police officers will be involved to ensure the safety of citizens and maintain order on New Year's Eve.
On the air of "Birinchi Radio," Minister of Education Dogdurkul Kendirbaeva commented on the criticism related to paid meals in kindergartens. She noted that while many parents hope for funding for meals from the state budget, according to the Budget Code, these expenses should be covered by the parents themselves. Kendirbaeva emphasized that the state is responsible for the development and socialization of children, but providing for their meals is a sacred duty of every parent. She
In anticipation of the holidays, Mayor Aibek Junushaliev handed over service vehicles to the Municipal Inspection and district administrations, as reported by the press service of the capital's mayoralty. During the handover of the vehicles, the mayor emphasized the importance of the inspection's work, especially in the field of environmental protection, and thanked the staff for their achievements.
According to information provided by the Main Department of Internal Affairs of the capital, starting today and until January 8, 2026, the police are enhancing measures to ensure public safety in places with large gatherings of people in Bishkek.
As reported by 24.kg, the incidence of acute respiratory viral infections and influenza in Kyrgyzstan continues to decrease. This information was provided by the Department of Disease Prevention and State Sanitary and Epidemiological Surveillance. According to specialists, from December 22 to 28, there were 15,043 registered cases of ARVI and influenza across the country.
Employees of the Kochkor District Department of Internal Affairs will operate in an enhanced mode during the New Year holidays. On December 29, 2025, a garrison drill inspection took place in the main square of the village of Kochkor, attended by leaders of the district administration, as well as representatives of the Ministry of Internal Affairs and heads of public safety services and the Kochkor ROVD — Police Lieutenant Colonel M. Kurbanbaev and Police Colonel I. Bazarkulov.
At the State Puppet Theater named after Musa Jangaziev, a New Year's tree event was held for children with disabilities from Bishkek and the Chui region, as well as for those in difficult life situations. According to the press service of the Ministry of Culture, Information, and Youth Policy, the event was attended by the Minister of Culture, Mirbek Mambetaliev, who congratulated the participants and theater staff.
The garrison assembly of civil protection and law enforcement departments took place in the Jayil district. Since December 29, emergency services and law enforcement agencies in the Jayil district have switched to an enhanced mode of operation to ensure safety and quick response to possible emergencies.
In Tokmok, located in the Chui region, plans are underway to relocate the livestock market to another area. Modern multifunctional facilities are planned to be built at the current market site. This was announced by Mayor Altynbek Ergeshov during his communication with local traders. The livestock market in this city is one of the largest in northern Kyrgyzstan and plays an important role in livestock trade in the Chui district, where various types of animals can be purchased, including cows,
With the approach of the New Year holidays, the internal affairs bodies of Kyrgyzstan have intensified their actions, switching to an enhanced work mode, as reported by the Ministry of Internal Affairs press service. On the night of January 1, more than 12,000 police officers will be deployed across the country to ensure the safety of citizens and maintain public order.
On February 18, a presentation of the book "Manaschylar" took place at the National Theater "Manas," which features the biographies and life stories of 150 manaschy over the last five centuries. The author of the book is Nurbek Talantbekov, who holds the position of theater director and is himself a manaschy. In the book, the manaschy are presented in chronological order, and the poems that complement their stories were written by manaschy Rysbay Isakov. Nurbek Talantbekov
In Batken, a New Year's celebration for children was held, organized by the presidential representative in the Batken region, Aibek Shamenov. According to information from the local administration, 110 children from different parts of the region were invited to the event. These included both high-achieving students and children from large and low-income families, as well as orphans and children who lost their parents as a result of border conflicts. In his address to the young
Today, a nationwide event titled "Observance of Traffic Rules - A Guarantee of Human Life!" took place in the Kyrgyz Republic. The main event was held at Ala-Too Square in Bishkek, where employees of the Patrol Service of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic were present. During the event, inspectors did not issue fines but stopped drivers for preventive conversations. They reminded drivers of the importance of adhering to traffic rules, the necessity of
In recent years, there has been a clear trend in Kyrgyzstan towards conducting New Year’s shopping in an online format. According to a consumer behavior study conducted by Ozon in November 2025, 20% of the country's population prefers to shop online. The survey covered over 600 participants across the republic. The results show that about 27% of Kyrgyz citizens start preparing for the holiday only a week before the New Year, while 24% do so just a few days in advance.
A preventive event organized by the local police took place in Osh. This was reported by the patrol service of the police at the Department of Internal Affairs of the city of Osh.
As part of the public-private partnership, Kyrgyzstan achieved unprecedented results in 2025 by signing a number of key agreements in areas such as transportation, social services, education, ecology, and agriculture. This was reported by Ravshanbek Sabirov, head of the National Investment Promotion Agency, at a year-end press conference. According to him, thanks to the implemented projects in the PPP sector, Kyrgyzstan improved its position in the international ranking, moving from 68th to
In order to protect conscientious entrepreneurs and create safe conditions for investors, starting from January 1, 2026, law enforcement agencies of Kyrgyzstan will cease conducting unfounded inspections. This was announced by Ravshanbek Sabirov, head of the National Investment Promotion Agency, at a press conference. According to him, the state is implementing a new model that offers clear and guaranteed rights for investors, as well as protection of investment guarantees and expanded