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The ruble has significantly dropped, the tenge is also depreciating. Currency exchange rates as of December 12.
Economy

The ruble has significantly dropped, the tenge is also depreciating. Currency exchange rates as of December 12.

Photo from the internet. The Chinese yuan demonstrates stability and continues to reach a new annual maximum value According to the latest data from the National Bank of Kyrgyzstan and the capital's exchange points, the euro and the Chinese yuan have risen, while the Russian ruble and the Kazakh tenge have noticeably lost value. The US dollar remained at the same level. US Dollar:

12.12.2025, 11:50
The study explained why physical activity reduces the risk of cancer
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The study explained why physical activity reduces the risk of cancer

For a long time, scientists have known that physical activity can reduce the likelihood of developing cancer, but the mechanism behind this phenomenon remained unclear. However, a new study conducted on mice has provided important clues: it turns out that exercising alters metabolism, supplying muscle cells with the necessary energy, while cancer cells lose access to the resources needed for growth. In the experiment, mice with breast tumors and melanoma were divided into groups based on their

12.12.2025, 11:50
Events / Sports

The Cabinet of Ministers reduced the registration period for sports educators from 30 to 15 days

The Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of Kyrgyzstan, Adylbek Kasymaliev, signed Resolution No. 786 on December 8, 2025, which introduces changes to the process of registering professional educators in the field of physical education and sports. The amendments pertain to Government Resolution No. 596, which has been in effect since November 11, 2013, and established the procedure for registering individuals engaged in professional pedagogical and educational activities in institutions of

12.12.2025, 11:48
Incidents

Storm Warning: Strong Winds Expected in Bishkek and Chui Region

The press service of the Ministry of Emergency Situations reports an upcoming increase in wind in Bishkek and the Chui region, expected within the next hour and throughout the day. According to the agency's information, the eastern wind may reach speeds of 15-20 meters per second.

12.12.2025, 11:47
Incidents

The Boom Gorge has turned into an ice rink: drivers complain about mass accidents

At night, the Boom Gorge faced serious road issues. A sharp drop in temperature and precipitation led to the formation of ice on the roadway, creating extremely unfavorable conditions for driving. According to testimonies from drivers and witnesses, numerous accidents occurred on the highway. Cars skidded, lost control, and ended up across the road, while some vehicles veered off to the side. In certain areas, traffic was severely hindered. Drivers express dissatisfaction regarding the severe

12.12.2025, 11:47
Incidents

In the village of Toru-Aygyr, strong winds damaged the solar panels at the station

In the Issyk-Kul region, in the village of Toru-Aygyr, strong winds caused damage to solar panels at a construction site for a power plant. This station, located near the village, is a significant project for the renewable energy sector in Kyrgyzstan. Its capacity is expected to be around 300 megawatts, which will significantly increase the share of clean energy in the national energy system.

12.12.2025, 11:45
The Central Election Commission will announce the date of new elections for District No. 13 within a month – Shainazarov
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The Central Election Commission will announce the date of new elections for District No. 13 within a month – Shainazarov

Tynchtyk Shainazarov, the head of the Central Election Commission, informed journalists that in accordance with the legislation, the date for new elections in electoral district No. 13 will be determined within a month, and the elections themselves must take place within two months. The CEC previously clarified that according to constitutional law, it is not permitted to re-nominate candidates who have already participated in the early elections for deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh of the Kyrgyz

12.12.2025, 11:44
Elected deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh spent over 739 million soms on elections
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Elected deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh spent over 739 million soms on elections

According to the provided reports, the total amount of funds received in special accounts of the electoral funds was 739,188,078 soms, and the same amount was spent. There are no funds left in the accounts, indicating the complete use of the election budget. The financial reports of the candidates and the political party "Yntymak" were prepared in accordance with the requirements of the electoral legislation of the Kyrgyz Republic. All financial operations comply with established

12.12.2025, 11:42
News / Education news

Ministers of Education of Kyrgyzstan and Turkmenistan Discussed Transition to 12-Year Education

On December 11, an international conference titled "The Role of Women in Modern Society: Developing International Cooperation to Achieve the Sustainable Development Goals" took place in Turkmenistan, where the Minister of Education of Kyrgyzstan, Dogdurkul Kendirbaeva, actively participated. According to the press service of the Ministry of Education, Kendirbaeva also visited the Monument of Neutrality in Ashgabat, which is a significant symbol of Turkmenistan's independence and

12.12.2025, 11:37
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In the village of Kozhomkul, a residential house burned down

In the Sokuluk district, in the village of Kozhomkul (formerly known as Voenno-Antonovka), a fire occurred in a residential building on December 11, which was quickly extinguished by firefighters. According to information from the Ministry of Emergency Situations of the Chui region, the incident took place on Ala-Archa Street. Three firefighting units were involved in extinguishing the fire. The first two crews from the Sokuluk District Fire and Rescue Unit No. 23 arrived at the scene at 05:34,

12.12.2025, 11:36
World Boxing Championship. Kyrgyzstani Ikhtiyar Nishonov Wins Bronze
Sports

World Boxing Championship. Kyrgyzstani Ikhtiyar Nishonov Wins Bronze

Photo from the internet. Ikhtiyar Nishonov At the World Boxing Championship currently taking place in Dubai, Kyrgyzstani boxer Ikhtiyar Nishonov won a bronze medal, as reported by the country's boxing federation. In the semifinal match in the under 71-kilogram category, Nishonov was defeated by Kazakhstani Aiblaykhan Zhusupov.

12.12.2025, 11:33
New Rules for Investors. Kyrgyzstan is Preparing a Transparent Competitive Mechanism
Economy / Exclusive

New Rules for Investors. Kyrgyzstan is Preparing a Transparent Competitive Mechanism

The National Investment Agency of the Kyrgyz Republic has presented a draft resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers regarding the "Procedure for conducting competitions for investment projects and proposals" for public discussion. This document aims to implement the provisions of Article 29 of the Law "On Investments in the Kyrgyz Republic," adopted on August 12, 2025. According to the explanatory note, the main goal of the new draft is to approve a modern Procedure for

12.12.2025, 11:26
Detained the author of provocative posts on social media – GKNB
Incidents / Exclusive

Detained the author of provocative posts on social media – GKNB

In order to prevent interethnic strife, a citizen identified as T.A.D. has been detained, according to information provided by the State Committee for National Security (GKNB). It is reported that the suspect regularly posted provocative content on social media, demonstrating his dislike for a particular nationality, which could lead to incitement of interethnic hatred and cause mass unrest.

12.12.2025, 11:26
The State Committee for National Security reported details of the detention of Aibek Tenizbay.
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The State Committee for National Security reported details of the detention of Aibek Tenizbay.

According to the GKNB, a criminal case has been initiated against "T.A.D." on the grounds of a crime provided for by Article 330 of the Criminal Code of the Kyrgyz Republic, concerning "incitement of racial, ethnic, national, religious, interregional enmity (hatred)." During the investigative actions, it was established that the publications of the detained individual indeed contain signs of incitement to interethnic hostility. At present, "T.A.D." has been placed

12.12.2025, 11:24
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The Ministry of Construction of Kyrgyzstan suspended the license of the construction company "Glav Tech Invest" for violations

As a result of the inspection conducted after citizens' appeals, an administrative act was drawn up and a fine of 200,000 soms was imposed. The company was also issued a written order, and construction work was temporarily halted until the identified violations were rectified. However, on December 11, the company "Glav Tech Invest" was again held administratively liable for ignoring the previously issued order and continuing construction work with violations. As a result, a new

12.12.2025, 11:23
The Prime Minister of Thailand Dissolved Parliament to "Return Power to the People"
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The Prime Minister of Thailand Dissolved Parliament to "Return Power to the People"

According to the BBC, the dissolution of parliament occurred against the backdrop of renewed clashes at the border with Cambodia, which resulted in at least 20 deaths and hundreds of thousands being forced to leave their homes. In his decree, Anutin noted that "the most reasonable decision would be to dissolve parliament, which will allow political power to be returned to the people."

12.12.2025, 11:19
Incidents

The Head of the Traffic Police Criticized the Work of the Road Police in Balakchi and the Kemin District

Azenbek Kozukeiev, head of the Main Department for Road Traffic Safety of the Ministry of Internal Affairs, conducted an inspection of the road safety staff in Balakchy, located in the Issyk-Kul region, and in the Kemin district of the Chui region. According to the press service of the Main Department for Road Traffic Safety, this inspection was aimed at assessing measures to prevent road traffic accidents during the winter period. During the inspection, Kozukeiev identified several

12.12.2025, 11:16
News / Education news

The Cabinet allocated 132.9 million soms for increasing salaries of employees in research institutions

On December 8, 2025, the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of Kyrgyzstan, Adylbek Kasymaliev, signed Resolution No. 1074, which concerns the allocation of funds to increase the salaries of employees of scientific institutions. According to this resolution, the Ministry of Finance will allocate 132 million 929 thousand 200 soms from the republican budget for 2025 for the following needs:

12.12.2025, 11:15
Strong Winds Expected in Bishkek and Chui Valley
Local news / Exclusive

Strong Winds Expected in Bishkek and Chui Valley

In the coming hours and throughout the day, gusty winds are forecasted in Bishkek and the Chui Valley. This information comes from the Ministry of Emergency Situations (MES). According to preliminary data, the speed of the eastern wind may reach 15–20 meters per second.

12.12.2025, 11:14
Economy

The heads of government discussed the development of the digital labeling system for goods in the EAEU.

At the meeting of the Eurasian Intergovernmental Council in Moscow, the prospects of the goods labeling system using identification means within the framework of the Eurasian Economic Union were discussed. This information was presented by the Eurasian Economic Commission. As a result of the discussions held at the summit of the heads of state of the EAEU in June 2025, key directions for further development were identified. The main tasks included integration based on the EEC information

12.12.2025, 11:14
Local news

New Year holidays in Kyrgyzstan are planned to be extended until January 12

In Kyrgyzstan, the question of extending the New Year holidays until January 12 is being considered. This draft resolution has been submitted for public discussion. To enhance the effectiveness of using weekends, the Cabinet of Ministers proposes to establish January 8 and 9, 2026, as days off for employees of state and municipal institutions, as well as budget-funded enterprises that operate on a five-day workweek:

12.12.2025, 11:13
Exchange rates in commercial banks of Kyrgyzstan on December 12
Economy

Exchange rates in commercial banks of Kyrgyzstan on December 12

The information presented below has been collected from various commercial bank websites. If you have any questions regarding the provided data, it is recommended to contact the respective financial institutions directly. The data is current as of the time of publication. Please note that the rates indicated for cash currency exchange may change throughout the day.

12.12.2025, 11:12
GKNB: Author of Provocative Posts of Interethnic Nature in Social Networks Detained
Incidents

GKNB: Author of Provocative Posts of Interethnic Nature in Social Networks Detained

Employees of the State National Security Committee (GKNB) conducted operational activities and identified a citizen of the country named T.A.D., who regularly posted provocative content on social media. His publications contained expressions of hostility towards a specific nationality, which threatens to incite interethnic hatred and could lead to mass riots. In this regard, a criminal case has been initiated. Based on the materials of the case, an expert conclusion was obtained from the

12.12.2025, 11:11
Exclusive

"Kyrgyz Komur" owns 21 licenses for the development of coal deposits

- The joint-stock company "Kyrgyz Komur" has 21 licenses for coal development at its disposal. This was reported by the company's deputy director Rustambek Sadyraliev on the air of a radio station. According to the information provided by the management, the company has already begun extraction and production under 7–8 of these licenses.

12.12.2025, 11:11
The Bishkek Police are searching for the missing Imanalieva Zoya.
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The Bishkek Police are searching for the missing Imanalieva Zoya.

In Bishkek, in the Lenin district, the police are searching for a missing woman — Imanalieva Zoya Shadykanovna, born in 1945. She left her home located on Chokmorova Street on December 11, 2025, around 14:00, heading to a pharmacy, and her whereabouts have been unknown since then.

12.12.2025, 11:07
At the Osh Market, the quality and prices of meat were checked
Local news / Exclusive

At the Osh Market, the quality and prices of meat were checked

The inspection of meat prices and quality at the Osh market has become a common task, involving the First Deputy Minister of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Food Processing, Zhanibek Kerimaliev, along with representatives from the capital's mayor's office, the Antimonopoly Service, and "Kyrgyz Agroholding." During the inspection, both the quality of the offered meat products and compliance with sanitary standards were analyzed, as well as the pricing policies of the

12.12.2025, 11:06
Local news

The water supply in the capital residential area "Birimidik Kut" will be repaired: a tender has been announced.

In Bishkek, in the residential area "Birimdik Kut," work will begin on the repair of the water supply system. The Capital Construction Department of the local mayor's office has announced a tender for the rehabilitation of the water supply system in the village of Lebedinovka, as indicated on the government procurement portal. The contract amount, according to the information, is 73.6 million soms.

12.12.2025, 11:06
In Iran, Women's Appreciation Week is taking place
Local news

In Iran, Women's Appreciation Week is taking place

From December 6 to 12, Iran is hosting a Week of Honoring Women. As part of this event, Mohammad Reza Salehi, a doctor of international relations at Tehran University, shared his views with 24.kg on the status of women in modern Iranian society.

12.12.2025, 11:02
Local news / Exclusive

Chinghiz Aitmatov with Five Presidents of Kyrgyzstan

The nationally and globally renowned writer Chyngyz Aitmatov was born on December 12, 1928, in the village of Sheker in the Kara-Buura district. Chyngyz's father, Torokul Aitmatov, was repressed in 1937 and was shot the following year. Chyngyz received an education in animal husbandry and worked as a correspondent and editor for various publications.

12.12.2025, 11:01
Local news

In Uzbekistan, protective orders are being introduced for citizens who report corruption

In Uzbekistan, the authorities have decided to implement protective orders for citizens who report corrupt activities. This innovation is aimed at improving interaction between the state and the population, especially regarding cases of bribery and embezzlement. This decision was announced at a meeting with President Shavkat Mirziyoyev. A key element of the new strategy will be the issuance of protective orders to informants, which should help change the current situation where citizens are

12.12.2025, 10:59
Exclusive

The fight against counterfeit food conformity certificates in the EAEU will continue, - Prime Minister of Belarus

- The fight against counterfeit certificates confirming the compliance of food products within the EAEU will continue. This was announced by the Prime Minister of Belarus, Alexander Turchin, at a meeting held on December 11. Next year, the launch of a financial support mechanism for joint projects in the agro-industrial complex is expected, which will deepen cooperation among EAEU countries in the field of innovations and agro-technologies.

12.12.2025, 10:58
Incidents

Broke a girl's arm. A psychologist in Bishkek was sentenced to six years in prison.

The Leninsky District Court announced the verdict in the case of the cruel treatment of a girl suffering from autism, who was harmed during a session with a private psychologist. This was reported by Nazgul Turdubekova, head of the public fund "League of Child Rights Defenders." According to her information, the psychologist was sentenced to six years in a general regime colony and was detained directly in the courtroom.

12.12.2025, 10:58
The State National Security Committee detained a group of doctors from the Republican Center for Psychiatry and Narcology.
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The State National Security Committee detained a group of doctors from the Republican Center for Psychiatry and Narcology.

The State Committee for National Security of the Kyrgyz Republic (SCNS KR) has uncovered a corruption scheme in which forensic psychiatric experts from the Republican Center for Psychiatry and Narcology, acting for a reward, evaded criminal liability for defendants charged with serious articles of the Criminal Code. The experts declared such individuals "insane." During the investigation of the criminal case, it became known that in July 2025, a group of six expert doctors from the

12.12.2025, 10:57
Local news / Exclusive

In the Uzgen District, utility workers received winter uniforms

On December 10, winter sets of special clothing were handed over to the employees of the Municipal Enterprise "Myrza-Ake Kommunaldyk-Municipaldyk" in Myrza-Ake, as reported by the local ayil okmotu. According to the agency, warm sets were issued to the workers of this enterprise, including all necessary elements—from headwear to footwear. The total cost of this purchase amounted to 55,000 soms. This is the first instance where official winter clothing is being provided to employees in

12.12.2025, 10:49
Took Money. Six Doctors from the Center for Psychiatry and Narcology Placed in GKNB Pretrial Detention Center
Incidents

Took Money. Six Doctors from the Center for Psychiatry and Narcology Placed in GKNB Pretrial Detention Center

A corruption scheme was uncovered at the Republican Center for Psychiatry and Narcology (RCPN), as reported by the State Committee for National Security (GKNB). According to the information from the state committee, organized corrupt activities were identified among forensic psychiatric experts who, for monetary rewards, declared defendants accused of serious articles of the Criminal Code of the Kyrgyz Republic as "insane," thereby allowing them to evade criminal responsibility.

12.12.2025, 10:47
Papa John’s chain will leave the market of Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan — media
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Papa John’s chain will leave the market of Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan — media

According to TASS, the company is facing financial difficulties, which has led to its exit from Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan. "We directed all available funds to the most critical payments: salaries, taxes, rental obligations, and partial debt repayment," added Daniyar Monolbaev. Other obligations are in the legal process, which requires time and consistency. Monolbaev noted that in Kazakhstan, the company managed to help most of its employees find new jobs in other organizations.

12.12.2025, 10:45
Exclusive

Groups to Combat Coal Price Inflation Have Been Established in the Regions

As part of its cooperation with government structures, OJSC "Kyrgyz Komur" has intensified control over the retail sale of coal and the fight against price inflation. The company's deputy director, Rustambek Sadyraliyev, shared this information during a radio broadcast. Sadyraliyev noted that this initiative encompasses not only the activities of the enterprise but also inter-agency cooperation, including collaboration with the city administration, rural administrations, the

12.12.2025, 10:44
Economy

The share of national currencies in settlements within the EAEU has increased by up to 93 percent.

At the meeting of the Intergovernmental Council of the Eurasian Economic Union, Russian Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin reported that the share of national currencies in settlements within the union has increased to 93%. Moreover, in foreign economic contracts between Russian and foreign entrepreneurs from the "five" countries, this figure has exceeded 98%. Mishustin also noted that the preliminary results of the EAEU's work on key indicators for 2025 look promising. He added

12.12.2025, 10:39