Jamila Dzhamanbaeva, the Ombudsman of Kyrgyzstan, visited the pre-trial detention center (SIZO-1) located in Bishkek to check the conditions of detention for inmates. The purpose of the visit was to monitor the observance of rights and conditions of detention for women under investigation.
The ceremony took place in the Jogorku Kenesh, where the deputies of the VIII convocation took their oath and received their identification cards and badges. The solemn event began with the performance of the national anthem.
The research project "Esimde," which focuses on the study of historical memory in Kyrgyzstan, has presented the book "Fates," which has made it to the list of the TOP-25 most important books in Central Asia for 2025, compiled by the Kazakh cultural media 98mag. According to 24.kg, Elmira Nogoybaeva, representing the "Esimde" project, noted that this is the first publication in the "Fates" series. The book was released in Kyrgyz and Russian languages, and
In Manas, several streets were renamed, a decision made by the deputies of the city council on December 8 during a session. According to the regulations of the Manas City Council "On the Assignment and Change of Names of Geographical Objects," the deputies based their decisions on requests from the mayor's office and the results of meetings of the permanent commission, as well as on proposals from Mayor Ernisebek Ormokov. As a result, the following decisions were made:
According to the Ministry of Transport of Kazakhstan, the airliner that took off from Almaty towards Astana signaled a distress call. This event occurred on December 17 at 7:38 on board an Air Astana aircraft. According to information, the crew of the Airbus decided to report an emergency due to the appearance of smoke in the cockpit.
Restoration of the pavilion "Ak-Suu," also known as "Soki—Vody," has begun in Bishkek. The project has involved Valery Katrevich, an architect and author of several popular murals, who confirmed this information in an interview with 24.kg. The repair work started in early November, and some restoration activities have already been completed, including part of the artistic painting.
According to information provided by the Ministry of Transport and Communications of the Kyrgyz Republic, as of the morning of December 17, all roads at the mountain passes are open. The previously imposed restrictions for cargo trucks at the Too-Ashuu pass, located on the Bishkek – Osh highway, have been lifted.
The rural areas are home to the majority of the residents of Kyrgyzstan, and each village has its unique history and outstanding individuals who have made significant contributions to its development. Turmush continues to introduce readers to various villages in the country. We have already told about the village of Emgekchil, thriving due to gold deposits, about Sary-Tologoy — one of the easternmost villages, about Barpy, the homeland of heroes, and about Keng-Suu, whose history spans over
Emirlan Jenishbekov, a 25-year-old resident of the village of Kyzyl-Birlik in the Alamudun district of Chui region, recently won the title of regional champion in kök börü together with his team. Emirlan was born on May 14, 2000. He is married and raising a daughter.
According to the Ministry of Transport and Communications, the total length of roads in Kyrgyzstan is 34 thousand kilometers. Of this number:
It has become known that "S.K.K." used the support of K.Asanbek and K.Dosonov to create schemes for the smuggling of fuel into Kyrgyzstan. In addition, he resorted to the services of members of the organized crime group for physical influence on those he disliked. As a result of operational activities conducted by investigative authorities, the businessman was detained and placed in the detention center of the State Committee for National Security of Kyrgyzstan.
Today, a solemn ceremony will take place in the Jogorku Kenesh, where the deputies of the new VIII convocation will take the oath.
As a result of operational actions by the State National Security Committee, a businessman who financed a criminal group led by K.Asanbek was detained. This information was provided by the press service of the State Committee for National Security of Kyrgyzstan. According to available data, the detained S.K.K. had close ties with the previously eliminated "thief in law" K.Asanbek. To strengthen his influence in the Osh region and gain support, he regularly financed both K.Asanbek and
Environmental awareness encompasses not only waste recycling but also respect for the environment, culture, and future generations. Young activists, uniting their efforts, presented unique projects to the public, such as a fashion show featuring clothing made from recycled materials and an art exhibition where paintings are created from cigarette butts, as well as innovative methods for their recycling. The forum "E-Muras. Ecological Heritage" aims to develop ecological habits among
The PRC will allocate 2.3 billion dollars for a term of 35 years
Information about currency exchange rates has been collected from various commercial banks' websites. If you have any questions, it is recommended to contact the banks directly for clarification. The data is current as of the time of publication. The exchange rate is presented for cash transactions and may change throughout the day. Official rates of the National Bank of the Kyrgyz Republic, as well as exchange rates at exchange offices in Bishkek, can be found here.
Turumzhan Bayalieva, a kindergarten teacher at the Kiyalbek Begaliev kindergarten in the village of Jangy-Alysh in the Kemin district of the Chui region, is an example of a mother of many children. She was born on November 2, 1993, in the village of Kosh-Dobo, now known as Ormon-Khan, in the Kochkor district of the Naryn region.
The President of the Kyrgyz Republic, Sadyr Japarov, has signed a new decree regarding amendments to a number of existing decrees. This was reported by the press service of the head of state. The document emphasizes that the purpose of the changes is to improve the work of the presidential administration, optimize the structure of state positions, and clarify the rules concerning state and municipal service.
The first session of the new composition of the Jogorku Kenesh of the XVIII convocation has begun in Bishkek, opened by the oldest deputy Gulai Mashrapova. President of Kyrgyzstan Sadyr Japarov and all members of the government were present at the event.
- The Attorney General of Kyrgyzstan, Maksat Asanaliev, is participating in the XI session of the Conference of States Parties to the United Nations Convention against Corruption (CoSP-11), taking place in Doha, Qatar, from December 15 to 19, 2025. As part of the high-level segment of the conference, Asanaliev presented information on the measures taken in Kyrgyzstan to combat corruption. He discussed the changes made to the legal and institutional infrastructure, as well as efforts to
In the Moscow district of the Chui region, 6 fires were registered in the first 15 days of winter. This was reported by the district emergency situations department. According to the provided information, in 2025, 108 fires were registered in the district. During the 15 days (from December 1 to December 15), 6 fires occurred in the area. Five of them arose during the heating season due to malfunctions of stoves and chimneys. In this regard, explanatory work is being carried out during the
The scientific conference "The World - One Family," held in New Delhi, India, brought together participants from various corners of the world, including representatives from the National Academy "Manas." The event featured Gulzat Maichinova, head of the Center for Communication and International Relations, and Dastan Chynybek uulu, head of the "Aiköl" studio. According to the Academy, among the conference participants were scholars, cultural figures, and
In the Chui region, in the city of Tokmok, social media users have noticed an unusual New Year's decoration — a Christmas tree made from car tires. According to the Tokmok city administration, this tree has been installed on the territory of a factory that produces tires.
The President Sadyr Japarov arrived at the building of the Jogorku Kenesh to participate in the solemn ceremony where the deputies of the VIII convocation will take their oath. The certificates and badges will be presented to the deputies by the Chairman of the Central Election Commission Tynchtyk Shainazarov.
A solemn ceremony took place in the parliament building, during which 87 deputies of the VIII convocation of the Jogorku Kenesh took an oath of allegiance to the Kyrgyz Republic and received their identification cards and badges. It is worth noting that early elections to the Jogorku Kenesh were held in the country on November 30, 2025, covering 30 multi-mandate districts. The election results for 29 districts were recognized as valid, while a repeat vote will be organized in one district due
In the village of Barpy, located in the Suzak district, a farmer has become one of the pioneers in growing citrus fruits, which are not very common for the local climate. According to information from the Ministry of Agriculture, the farmer has successfully implemented this project for the past two years. As part of the experiment, he planted mandarins and has already achieved significant success.
The conference titled "National Dialogue on Energy Efficiency: Achievements, Challenges, Prospects" took place in Bishkek. The event was dedicated to issues related to the development of energy-efficient construction and the implementation of mandatory certification of buildings based on energy characteristics. The conference was organized with the support of the Ministry of Construction, Architecture, and Housing and Communal Services and gathered representatives from government
The National Bank of Kyrgyzstan has published the exchange rates for December 17: The dollar rate remained at 87.45 soms, while the euro and ruble continue to strengthen.
On the night of December 17, a serious accident involving three cars occurred in Bishkek on the Southern Highway, near the building of the State National Security Committee (GKNB). Witnesses of the incident claim that the speed of one of the vehicles reached 180 kilometers per hour. According to law enforcement agencies, the incident occurred on December 17, 2025, at around 02:30. The driver of the ZEEKR 001 vehicle, born in 2001, was traveling east on Masalieva Street. At the intersection with
On December 17, the press service of the Main Internal Affairs Directorate of the Chui Region reported the detention of suspects in a robbery. A 42-year-old resident of the capital reported to the Internal Affairs Department of the Jayil District on December 11. She stated that around 1 a.m. on December 10, she got into a taxi at the Sosnovsky turn in Kara-Balta. During the ride, two men who were in the car robbed her, taking 37,000 soms, three gold chains, four pairs of earrings, one bracelet,
National media widely cover the news that four-year-old twins Xiao Xiao and Lei Lei will be sent to China at the end of January, three weeks earlier than expected — the previously scheduled date was February 20. Although their move was planned in advance, this event has become significant for Tokyo, especially against the backdrop of deteriorating bilateral relations between Japan and China due to current geopolitical circumstances. Crowds of people are flocking to Ueno Zoo in Tokyo to say
In the capital of Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek, a new bus route has been launched, connecting the residential area 'Kyrgyzstan-1' with the Railway Station. This information was announced by representatives of the city administration. The bus route No. 159 will follow a pre-approved scheme, providing convenient transportation for residents of the area.
The information was provided by the press service of Bishkek City Hall. According to the press service, after the ceremony of lighting the main Christmas tree of the country in Ala-Too Square and the festive concert, the municipal enterprise "Tazhalyk" collected and removed one ton of garbage.
Overachievement of the revenue plan:
The cleaning and repair of the canals was initiated by the Osh mayor's office as part of the demolition of illegal structures. The Kara-Suu District Water Management Department is actively engaged in cleaning the canals and repairing hydraulic structures, as well as removing construction waste that ended up in water bodies during the demolition, reports the Ministry of Agriculture. Currently, work is being carried out on such canals as Aravan–Ak-Buura, Kairma, Zhany, Zhoobas, Zhekelik,
The Ton District State Administration held a procurement of a hydraulic excavator model "SZL 215" for the amount of 11 million 635 thousand soms. According to the administration, the new equipment will be used to address pressing issues in the district, as well as to carry out infrastructure projects and support socio-economic development.
The Ministry of Emergency Situations has published data on weather conditions for December 17. According to the forecasts, snowfall and rain are possible in most areas of the republic. The western wind will blow at a speed of 4-9 meters per second, and fog is also expected in some regions.
A ninth-grader attacked a school with a knife In the Odintsovo district of the Moscow region, an incident occurred when a 15-year-old teenager attacked students with a knife at the Uspenskaya secondary school located in the village of Gorki-2. Several Telegram channels, including "Baza," 112, Mash, Shot, and "Caution, News," immediately reported the incident. This information was later confirmed by the Investigative Committee of Russia.
Kasymaiev emphasized that the quality of the General Plan is crucial for the sustainable development of the capital, the comfort and safety of its residents, as well as the efficient use of resources and the investment attractiveness of Bishkek. He added that it is important to preserve green spaces and historical-cultural heritage while ensuring environmental safety. During the discussion, it was also noted that after the administrative-territorial reform of 2024, the area of the city
In Osh, a businessman was arrested on suspicion of financing a criminal group led by Kamchy Asanbek (Kolbaev). This information was announced by the press service of the State Committee for National Security. The investigation suggests that the detained individual, known as S. K. K., had close ties with the recently eliminated crime boss Kamchy Kolbaev and regularly transferred funds to him, as well as to another criminal leader, Kadyir Dosonov, to secure protection and strengthen his influence
In the Chuy region, a raid event was held, organized by inspectors from the Department of Biological Resources Control of the Environmental and Technical Supervision Service. According to the Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision of the Kyrgyz Republic, as a result of these raids, several individuals were detained for illegal hunting.
An incident involving a bus passenger occurred in Bishkek. Eyewitnesses report that in the Kyzyl-Asker area, a man was pushed out onto the street and fell onto the roadway. At this time, the reasons for this incident remain unknown. There is no information about the condition of the victim or any possible injuries. At the time of writing this article, no official comments had been received from law enforcement agencies or city services. An investigation into the circumstances of the incident is
As part of this initiative, it is planned to create 385 processing enterprises across the country, which is expected to increase the level of agricultural product processing to 25% by 2030.
847169 24.01.2011 Former President of the USSR Mikhail Gorbachev with his daughter Irina Virganskaya at the opening of the exhibition "Mikhail Gorbachev. Perestroika." Ekaterina Chesnokova / RIA Novosti On the anniversary of the December events of 1986, Bulat Abilov published a post in which he raises important questions: what caused these events, who benefited, and who made the key decisions? He also mentioned that in 2000 he asked the first and only president of the USSR, Mikhail
Information about the road situation in the country was provided by the Ministry of Transport
At the event dedicated to the tenth anniversary of the adoption of UN Security Council Resolution 2250, held under the leadership of the Minister of Culture, Information, and Youth Policy Mirbek Mambetaliev, key aspects concerning youth in the country were discussed. According to the press service of the Ministry of Culture, more than 2.5 million young people, which constitutes over one-third of the population of Kyrgyzstan, fall within the age category of 14 to 35 years, according to the law
Ilia Topuria, UFC champion in two weight classes, recently spoke in an interview with the Spanish publication Marca about his plans to end his career in mixed martial arts and switch to professional boxing.
