In the KR, the property rights of an orphaned child left without guardianship have been restored

The press service of the General Prosecutor's Office reported the restoration of property rights for an orphaned child who was left without parental care. During a check on compliance with legislation regarding the protection of the rights of orphaned children, conducted by the prosecutor's office of the Ak-Su district in the Issyk-Kul region, a case was discovered involving the illegal registration of property rights by third parties (relatives) based on forged contracts.

The Housing Committee reviewed the project for the construction of an overhead power line between the substations "Kemin" and "Balıkçı"

During an extraordinary meeting of the Committee on Industrial Policy, Transport, Fuel and Energy Complex, Architecture, and Construction, a Credit Agreement for the construction of a 500 kV overhead power line between the substations 'Kemin' and 'Balakchy' was reviewed and approved. The agreement is concluded between Kyrgyzstan and the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development, as well as a Grant Agreement covering the same project, signed between the Kyrgyz

Murder of a Wife by a Former Police Officer. The GKNB Will Evaluate the Inaction of Third Parties

The State Committee for National Security of the Kyrgyz Republic (GKNB) reported that in connection with the murder of a woman committed by her husband, who previously worked in the police, an assessment will be conducted not only of the actions of the accused but also of the inaction of other individuals who may have contributed to the commission of this crime. According to the agency, new facts have emerged during the investigation. In particular, it became known that there was a temporary

A Kyrgyzstani accused of large-scale fraud extradited from Vietnam to Bishkek

A citizen of the Kyrgyz Republic suspected of large-scale fraud has been extradited to Bishkek. This information was provided by the General Prosecutor's Office of Kyrgyzstan. According to the prosecutor's office, thanks to active cooperation with the Vietnamese authorities, Kyrgyz citizen T. A. was brought to Bishkek under the protection of the Ministry of Internal Affairs and the National Central Bureau of Interpol. He is accused of causing damage to victims amounting to 16.4

A drinking water supply system is planned to be built in Zardala.

The Capital Construction Management of water supply and sewage facilities has announced a tender for the design of a water supply system for the village of Zardaly, which is located in a remote area of the Batken region. According to information from the state procurement portal, funding of 4 million 406.7 thousand soms has been allocated for the implementation of this project.

Sadyr Japarov explained the necessity of 12-year education by personal example

Photo by the press service of the President of the Kyrgyz Republic. Sadyr Japarov During the IV People's Kurultai, the President of Kyrgyzstan, Sadyr Japarov, noted that the transition to a 12-year educational system is an important step towards meeting global standards. This change will allow graduates to enroll directly in foreign universities for their first year, without the need to take preparatory courses. Japarov provided a personal example, recalling how his son, after finishing

Vietnam extradited a Kyrgyzstani citizen to their homeland at the request of the Prosecutor General's Office of the Kyrgyz Republic.

According to information provided by the press service of the General Prosecutor's Office of Kyrgyzstan, a citizen of the country named T. A. has been extradited from Vietnam. He is accused of fraud that caused damage amounting to 16.4 million soms. After the extradition, the suspect was transported to Bishkek under the guard of officers from the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Kyrgyzstan and the National Central Bureau of Interpol. He is currently in a detention center, where criminal

Sadyr Japarov spoke about the schedule for repaying Kyrgyzstan's external debt

Two pilots "drew" the Grinch in the sky with their flight path

Using their flight paths, two pilots created images of the Grinch, known as the Christmas thief, in the sky. The Canadian pilot chose a Cirrus SR22 aircraft, in which, over three hours of flight, he depicted a scene where the Grinch sneaks up the stairs with a bag full of Christmas gifts. This aerial performance took place in the vicinity of the town of Goffs in Nova Scotia.

Interview with a Chekist to the Core

In an interview with NOMAD TV, Tokon Mamytov, who previously held the position of Deputy Head of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB) and headed the Border Service of Kyrgyzstan, noted that the events in Batken in 1999–2000 were a consequence of complex processes triggered by the collapse of the Soviet Union. He emphasized that the loss of an ideological foundation and the unpreparedness of state borders for new conditions played a significant role in the emergence of conflicts.

Achievements of the Ministry of Education. Over 4 million educational and methodological complexes released in 2025

In 2025, the Ministry of Education and Science of the Kyrgyz Republic reported a significant increase in the volume of printed educational and methodological complexes, which reached record levels. For the printing of textbooks this year, 856,548,703 soms were allocated from the state budget. According to the data from the last eight years, a total of 3,742,461 textbooks were published, while in 2025, 4,085,450 educational and methodological complexes were printed, which is 9.1% higher than

Ambassador of Azerbaijan: Baku and Bishkek are Activating Contacts at All Levels

Latif Gandiyev, the extraordinary and plenipotentiary ambassador of Azerbaijan to Kyrgyzstan, shared in an exclusive interview with vb.kg about significant events of 2025, which, according to him, became one of the most successful years in the history of Azerbaijani-Kyrgyz relations, as well as plans for 2026.

The GSIN purchased fish at inflated prices, causing damage of 15.9 million soms.

A check was conducted by the Prosecutor's Office overseeing compliance with laws in the penal enforcement system at the State Service for the Execution of Punishments (GSIN). As a result of this inspection, officials from the agency discovered significant violations in the area of procurement, as reported by the press service of the General Prosecutor's Office. It was revealed that during 2025, officials of the GSIN were purchasing frozen fish for the needs of convicts and detainees

The case of the murder of a mother of three children has been transferred to the State Committee for National Security.

The State National Security Service (GKNB) has begun an investigation into the tragic death of a mother of three children, who, as investigators have determined, was fatally wounded by a gas-traumatic weapon. The suspect in the crime has already been detained and placed in the GKNB pre-trial detention center for further investigation.

Exclusive Equipment Developed for GP NC "Kyrgyz Temir Zholu" in Omsk

In Kyrgyzstan, the reconstruction of the locomotive repair complex has begun. As reported by the newspaper "Evening Omsk," the Scientific and Production Center "Promtech" is the main technological partner in a large international project aimed at modernizing the complex. The key element of the project is unique equipment developed and manufactured for the State Enterprise "National Company 'Kyrgyz Temir Zholu'." The new lines will service both shunting

Fire in a residential building in the "Kok-Zhar" housing complex extinguished

In Bishkek, in the territory of the Oktobrskiy district, an operation to extinguish a fire that occurred in a residential building of the "Kok-Zhar" housing complex has been successfully completed. This information was provided by the press service of the Ministry of Emergency Situations of Kyrgyzstan. According to reports, the fire started on Nurmambetov Street. The fire was completely extinguished by 14:27. Four firefighting units and a command post were involved in extinguishing

In Batken, a drunk driver was fined and stripped of their license.

In Batken, traffic police stopped a "Hyundai Porter" vehicle for inspection. Upon examination, it was found that the driver was under the influence of alcohol, and his front side windows were illegally tinted.

"Puddles at Bus Stops". Residents complain that they cannot exit the bus properly.

Complaints have been received at the Call Center Kaktus.media from residents of Ankara Street. They are urging the city authorities to pay attention to the problem of puddles at bus stops after rain. “At the bus stop 'Altyn-Ordo konushu' on Ankara Street, a significant amount of water accumulates after precipitation. This creates serious difficulties when getting off the bus, especially for elderly people and those with children and strollers. We draw attention to this issue as it is

Traffic will be restricted on Aitmatov Avenue in Bishkek

Starting from January 1, 2026, a section of Chyngyz Aitmatov Avenue in Bishkek will be temporarily closed, stretching from Semetey Street to A. Tokombaev Street. The reason for the restrictions is the commencement of construction for underground pedestrian crossings and bus stop complexes.

The GIK is building elite housing behind the Southern Highway. Sadyr Japarov spoke about the pricing policy.

The State Mortgage Company is actively engaged in the construction of elite apartments in the southern part of the capital, as reported by President Sadyr Japarov at the Kurultai. Some participants in the event raised the issue of state support for citizens wishing to purchase housing. They noted that the prices of apartments from the State Mortgage Company are comparable to those of private developers, despite the fact that the State Investment Corporation receives land plots free of charge.

China Successfully Launched a Group of Internet Satellites into Orbit

The China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation (CASC) reported that it successfully launched a group of low-orbit internet satellites on Friday. The Long March 8A rocket lifted off at 07:26 from the Wenchang Space Launch Site located on Hainan Island. CASC noted that the launch went smoothly and was the 620th in the Long March series of launch vehicles.

Murder of a Woman by Her Ex-Husband: The State Committee for National Security Will Take Over the Investigation

The State Committee for National Security (GKNB) will investigate the brutal murder committed by the victim's ex-husband. This was reported by the press service of the agency. According to the directive from GKNB Chairman Kamchybek Tashiev, the criminal case has been transferred to the central office of the service, where an investigative and operational group has been formed for further examination.

A resident of Balakchy is suspected of spreading extremist materials on social media.

On November 6, 2025, employees of the department for countering extremism and illegal migration of the Ak-Suu District Department of Internal Affairs discovered an account on social media linked to the dissemination of extremist materials. This was reported by the Internal Affairs Directorate of the Issyk-Kul region. According to the agency's information, on December 20, during the operational and preventive operation "Arsenal," the identity of the suspect was established, who

The premiere of the first military-historical TV series will take place in Bishkek.

On December 29, 2025, the long-awaited premiere of the military-historical television series "Өрт кечкен сөйкө" will take place at the capital's cinema "Manas." This project is the first of its kind in Kyrgyz cinema. This was reported by the Ministry of Culture. According to information from the ministry, the creation of the series was made possible through the efforts of the creative association "Kyrgyzserial" and with the support of the Ministry of Culture,

On behalf of the GKNB employees, New Year gifts and one million soms were presented to the boarding school in Bishkek.

On this day, the head of the State Committee for National Security familiarized himself with the renovation of the boarding school, where a major overhaul of the assembly and sports halls has recently been completed, as reported by the press service of the GKNB KR. During the visit, he was shown the renovated premises.

At Issyk-Kul, relatives illegally registered property in the name of an orphaned child

Justice has been restored in the Issyk-Kul region regarding an orphan child who lost their inheritance due to the illegal registration of property by relatives. According to the General Prosecutor's Office, the Ak-Suu district prosecutor's office conducted an investigation and uncovered facts of unlawful registration of property rights by third parties who used invalid contracts.

Myrlan Taalaybekov (Tsarikaev) forgave the men who beat him.

According to Mirlan Taalaibekov (Tsarikaev), he decided to forgive the men who beat him. He shared this in an interview with the "Nomad" television channel. Initially, he linked the incident to his work, but during the investigation, it became clear that the attack happened by chance.

The President refuted the delegate's information that there are no kindergartens and schools in the GIK houses in Karakol.

During the People's Kurultai, President Sadyr Japarov refuted the information voiced by delegate Azamat Kudayberdiev regarding the absence of kindergartens and schools in the GIK houses in Karakol. He noted that this issue is under his personal control.

In a year, 25 kindergarten buildings were returned in Kyrgyzstan - illegally privatized

Photo by the Ministry of Education of the KR The Ministry of Education of Kyrgyzstan reports the return of 25 kindergarten buildings that were previously illegally privatized. This process was completed in 2025. During the reporting period, 91 new preschool institutions were opened, of which 32 were built from scratch.

"Paying for the samsas we didn't eat." The President on the Upper Naryn Cascade of Hydroelectric Power Stations

Sadyr Japarov, the President of Kyrgyzstan, announced that the resumption of construction of the Upper Naryn Cascade of Hydropower Plants is postponed until the debt conflict with the Russian company "RusHydro" is resolved. This statement was made in response to a question from a delegate during the IV People's Kurultai. According to him, there are currently enough investors ready to start the project, but existing obligations from previous contracts hinder this.

Kyrgyzstan will fully pay off its external debt by 2035, said Japarov

At the People's Kurultai, the President of Kyrgyzstan, Sadyr Japarov, announced the country's plans to completely pay off its external debt by 2035. During his speech, he outlined the forecast for government debt payments in US dollars for the coming years:

In the Chui Region, the police conducted a raid "Extremist"

As part of the raid, the employees of the Special Purpose Anti-Extremism Unit also held meetings and discussions with local residents, during which they explained the legal consequences of participating in the activities of extremist organizations. As a result of these activities, it was established that citizens J.A. (born in 1970), K.Z. (born in 1972), and G.Y. (born in 1967) publicly renounced support for extremist ideology after receiving the relevant explanations.

The first day of the People's Kurultai took place in Bishkek. Lots of photos

The IV People's Kurultai has started in Bishkek, attended by the President of the Kyrgyz Republic, Sadyr Japarov. The first day of the meeting took place on December 26.

The President explained from his own experience why a 12-year education in schools is necessary.

At the IV People's Kurultai, President Sadyr Japarov commented on the request of delegate Estebes Mamatov regarding the abolition of 12-year education in schools. The delegate expressed concerns that this leads to classrooms having 50 students each. “The number of children in classes being 50 is not related to the transition to 12-year education. This is a problem caused by internal and external migration, especially in large cities such as Bishkek, Osh, and Manas. Moreover, many parents

Lufthansa plane makes emergency landing at Almaty airport

An emergency landing of a Lufthansa plane occurred at Almaty International Airport. This was reported by the Aviation Administration of Kazakhstan. The incident took place on December 26, when a passenger on flight LH 0722, which was traveling from Munich to Beijing, lost consciousness and subsequently passed away.

A group of citizens suspected of committing hooliganism has been detained

The press service of the Main Internal Affairs Department of the Chui Region reports the detention of a group of individuals suspected of hooliganism. According to the provided information, on December 18, 2025, a local resident born in 1986 named M.T. approached the Panfilov District Internal Affairs Department. He reported that on December 16, around 5:30 PM, a group of unknown individuals attacked him and his brothers—M.T., born in 1989, and M.A., born in 1980—without any apparent reason at

Sadyr Japarov: A separate queue will be provided in the State Information Center for labor migrants and people with disabilities.

CAVA Cup: Three Kyrgyzstani Women Among the Best Players of the Tournament

At the international volleyball tournament held in the Maldives, three representatives from Kyrgyzstan were awarded the titles of the best players. The Central Asian Volleyball Association (CAVA) Cup took place from December 20 to 25 and gathered four national teams.

A New Year Celebration Organized for Children from Rehabilitation Centers, Special Schools, and Kindergartens at the Circus

On December 25, a New Year’s tree event took place at the Kyrgyz State Circus named after A. Izibaev for children from rehabilitation centers, special schools, and kindergartens. According to the press service of the Bishkek mayor's office, Deputy Mayor Victoria Mozgacheva addressed the young participants with a welcoming speech.

A resident of Chon-Alai lost his home overnight

As a result of the fire, the house of Abdilmazhit Moldobaev, who lives in the village of Zhekendi in the Chon-Alai district of the Osh region, was completely burned down. This information was confirmed by his older brother, Bakir Moldobaev.

New Labor Payment Conditions Approved for Donor Projects in Kyrgyzstan

In the Kyrgyz Republic, new labor payment conditions have been introduced for workers involved in the implementation of projects funded by international organizations and donor countries. This decision aims to improve the payment system within the framework of state investments and technical assistance. The adjustments pertain to projects carried out through the Ministry of Finance of Kyrgyzstan.

How the $100 Billion "Dream City" Forest City in Malaysia Turned into a "Ghost Town"

The Launch of a Grand Idea In 2014, the Chinese company Country Garden, one of China's leading development firms, announced the launch of the Forest City project in the Malaysian state of Johor. Valued at $100 billion, this megaproject was envisioned as a futuristic city on four artificial islands in the Johor Strait, near Singapore. Covering an area of 30 square kilometers and featuring high-rise buildings up to 35 stories, it promised "smart" construction, eco-friendly

Tokon Mamytov: James Bond is Not My Hero

Tokon Mamytov, who previously held the position of Deputy Head of the State Committee for National Security and Chairman of the Border Service of Kyrgyzstan, stated in an interview with NOMAD TV that the events in Batken in 1999-2000 were the result of deeper processes related to the collapse of the Soviet Union, the loss of ideology, and the unpreparedness of borders for new conditions.

The GKNB donated 1 million soms and gifts to the special school for the hearing impaired.

On December 26, 2025, in the capital of Kyrgyzstan, the Chairman of the GKNB, Kamchybek Tashiev, visited a specialized boarding school for hearing-impaired children in Bishkek. This event became possible after the completion of major repairs to the assembly and sports halls of the educational institution. During his visit, Tashiev familiarized himself with the updated conditions for studying, emphasizing the importance of the work done to create a safe and comfortable environment for students.

The president cited a personal experience to explain the necessity of 12 years of education.

At the IV People's Kurultai, President Sadyr Japarov responded to the proposal of delegate Estebes Mamatov to abolish 12 years of schooling. Mamatov is concerned that sometimes up to 50 students are taught in a class. The president noted that this situation is not a result of education reform, but is related to active migration both within the country and beyond its borders. The problem is most acute in Bishkek, Osh, and Manas. Japarov also emphasized that parents strive to send their

FC "Muras United" signs Richard Romario from Brazil

The newcomer to the team, Brazilian Richard Romario, has already started training with "Muras United." His signing was officially confirmed by the club, which is happy to have him among its ranks.

Zhapаров proposed to require citizens to participate in the elections of the Jogorku Kenesh

According to the president, the low voter turnout in the parliamentary elections remains one of the most pressing issues. He noted that changes in electoral legislation over the past few years, the absence of administrative pressure, and the lack of involvement of doctors and teachers in campaigning did not lead to the expected results.

In Tash-Kumyr, fish farms illegally occupied land plots

The State Committee for National Security initiated an inspection of fish farms in Tash-Kumyr, conducted by the Land and Water Supervision Service. This was reported by the Ministry of Water Resources and Agriculture. During the inspection, it was established that out of the seven fish farms examined, five were found to be in violation of the legislation. It was noted that some of them had unlawfully occupied land plots and used them for purposes not intended, which contradicts the established