Athlete from Kyrgyzstan Rajabali Shaidullaev (17-0) confidently defended his championship title in the Japanese organization RIZIN. On December 31, the Kyrgyzstani faced Japanese fighter Mikura Asakura and won by technical knockout in the first round, finishing the bout in 2 minutes and 55 seconds.
The main building of the children's art school in Karakol, located in the Issyk-Kul region, was erected 130 years ago. The building is located at: 134 J. Alyshbaeva Street (formerly Lenin Street).
The National Bank of the Kyrgyz Republic has approved new candidates for key positions in two commercial banks, reports the regulator's press service. On December 30, 2025, the National Bank approved the candidacy of Bakhtiyar Rashidovich Isaev, proposed by "Alma Finance Bank," for the position of Deputy Chairman of the Management Board of this institution.
In Bishkek, at the Abdylas Maldybaev Opera and Ballet Theater, a ceremony for the national film award "Ak Ilbirs" recently took place. According to the Film Development Fund, the film "Kachkyn" was named the best among the presented works. Moreover, this film, created by "Kyrgyzfilm," Creative Center & CTR, and Suyum Sulaymanova, won in the categories of best screenplay, editing, composer, and cinematographer.
In Gelsenkirchen, Germany, a robbery occurred at the Sparkasse bank, during which the perpetrators managed to steal valuables worth up to 90 million euros. According to information provided by Interfax citing the Associated Press, the incident affected about 2,700 clients. The robbery took place on Monday, but details only became known later. At 4:00 PM local time, an alarm went off at the bank, leading to a call for firefighters and police. Upon arrival, law enforcement officers discovered a
In the framework of the "Our People Abroad" section, we will get to know Sultanmurat Dyushebekov, a 23-year-old native of the village of Saruu, located in the Jeti-Oguz district of the Issyk-Kul region. Sultanmurat was born in 2002 and currently resides in Belek, a Turkish resort town on the Mediterranean coast, where he works as a waiter in a five-star hotel. He received his education at the Kyrgyz-Turkish University "Manas," completing his studies in the field of
As reported by CNN, the decision to withdraw troops followed after Saudi Arabia carried out "limited" airstrikes on Al-Mukalla. Riyadh also demanded that the UAE complete the withdrawal of its troops within 24 hours, accusing Abu Dhabi of actions that threaten the national security of the kingdom. Initially, the UAE rejected such accusations and expressed confusion over the airstrikes, but later the country's Ministry of Defense announced the decision to voluntarily withdraw the
According to the information from the president's press service, Shumkarbek Adilbek uulu has been appointed as the new director of the National Institute of Strategic Initiatives. Ayaz Bayetov, who previously held this position along with the role of Minister of Justice, has been relieved of his duties as director due to his appointment as Deputy Chairman for a term of six months.
A tender has been announced for the supply of speech processors by the republican institution for the production of prosthetic and orthopedic products. According to data posted on the government procurement portal, funding in the amount of 29 million 999.97 thousand soms has been allocated for the purchase of 35 sets of speech processors.
On December 31, a ceremonial opening of the new "Sanjyra" square took place in Bishkek, attended by Mayor Aibek Junushaliev. This new public park was created to provide comfortable recreation for the residents and has become another improved space in the capital. Congratulating the residents on the upcoming New Year, the mayor emphasized the importance of creating modern public areas. With the support of President Sadyr Japarov, a 2-hectare area was developed into a square that
President Sadyr Japarov approved the draft law "On Amendments to Certain Legislative Acts of the Kyrgyz Republic in the Field of Taxation, Social Insurance, and Non-Tax Revenues." This information was disseminated by the president's press service. The purpose of the document is to implement the presidential decree of December 5, 2025, which implies support for certain economic sectors, and it introduces a number of tax and insurance concessions for individuals and legal entities.
Siroko Messerli, the Ambassador of Switzerland to Kyrgyzstan, addressed the citizens of the country with congratulations on the upcoming New Year. In his message, made on behalf of the embassy, he wished the people of Kyrgyzstan and their families happiness, success, and prosperity in the coming year. He noted: “I congratulate you on the upcoming New Year; may it bring you and your loved ones happiness, success, and prosperity.”
In 2025, the Association for the Development of the Agro-Industrial Complex of the Kyrgyz Republic focused its efforts on implementing practical solutions aimed at supporting exports, reducing administrative barriers, and developing the agricultural sector, according to the organization's final report. By the end of the year, the Association united 222 farms and companies representing all regions of the country.
Aiyimyrza Isaeva, the new heroine of our "Our People Abroad" section, currently lives in Germany. She was born in 2003 in Kazarman and graduated from the 32nd school. She came to Germany through a student program and became a dental technician, completing her studies at a university in Münster.
In anticipation of the New Year in Bishkek, at the Children's Reintegration Center "Aidanek," a joyful and warm celebration took place for its students, filled with smiles and the expectation of magic, reports the press service of the mayor's office. The staff and children of the center prepared a festive performance, into which they put a lot of effort and sincere feelings.
On December 31, the final major mixed martial arts tournament of 2025 took place at the Saitama Super Arena in Japan, organized by the Rizin FF promotion. As part of the tournament, the lightweight champion Rajabali Shaidullaev from Kyrgyzstan faced off against Japanese opponent Mikura Asakura in the ring.
In Kara-Kul, on December 31, five modern children's playgrounds were opened. The opening ceremony was attended by Deputy Mayor Manas Abdykalykov and Chairman of the City Council Chyngyz Kimsanov. The playgrounds are located in the villages of Ketmen-Tyobe and Jazy-Kechuu, as well as on the streets of Ak-Tash, Sabirova, and Bektash.
At the Saikou X Lush vol.4 tournament held in Nagoya, Kyrgyz boxers triumphed over the Japanese team with a final score of 4:3. Representatives of the promotional company in Kyrgyzstan reported that seven bouts took place during the event. Among the winners was Vadim Baurin (72.5 kg), who knocked out Katsuhira Nakata in the sixth round. Islam Torobaev (54 kg) won against Seiya Meguro by unanimous decision. Also, Askhat Kultaev (64.5 kg) defeated Ryan Yamamoto, and Adilet Kachkynbekov (52.100
In the run-up to the New Year holidays, employees of the road traffic safety department in the Talas region decided to change their approach to drivers who violated traffic rules. Instead of fines, they held preventive conversations with them and handed out New Year gifts. According to information provided by the Road Traffic Safety Department of the regional Internal Affairs Directorate, this initiative is aimed at increasing driver awareness, reducing the number of traffic accidents, and
At a briefing held on December 31, Major General Alexander Romanenko, head of the air defense missile forces of the Russian Aerospace Forces, reported on a supposed attack by Ukrainian drones on the presidential residence in the Novgorod region. This was reported by The Insider. According to him, on the night of December 28 to 29, Ukrainian UAVs attempted to attack the presidential residence in Valdai. Allegedly, the attack was detected around 19:20 on December 28, when drones flying at low
Professor Talantbek Batyraliev, the chief freelance cardiologist of the Ministry of Health, congratulated the people of Kyrgyzstan on the upcoming New Year. In his address, he emphasized the reforms in the healthcare sector that have been initiated in the country and shared the successes achieved.
During his working trip to the Osh region, the Minister of Construction, Architecture, and Housing and Communal Services Nurdana Oruntaev checked on the progress of the IT town construction as part of the ambitious "Osh-City" project. He emphasized the importance of ensuring high quality of work and adherence to deadlines at all stages of the project's implementation.
President Sadyr Japarov signed a new law concerning changes to the country's tax system, titled "On Amendments to Certain Legislative Acts of the Kyrgyz Republic in the Field of Taxation, Social Insurance, and Non-Tax Revenues." This information was published by the president's press service. According to the provided data, the new provisions of the law introduce various benefits for individuals and legal entities, as well as for entrepreneurs.
In 2025, Kyrgyzstan presented a new approach to improving its healthcare system, noted Professor Igor Pershukov in his New Year’s address. He congratulated the people of Kyrgyzstan on the upcoming New Year and emphasized important areas that should be developed in 2026.
Leslie Vigieri, the U.S. Ambassador to Kyrgyzstan, along with his wife, extended their congratulations to the people of Kyrgyzstan on the upcoming New Year, conveying their sincerest wishes to the nation's citizens. In his speech, the ambassador noted that the New Year should be a time of unforgettable events filled with optimism and peace. His wife added that all children should be safe and surrounded by care, while families should enjoy health and well-being.
In Bishkek, New Year's Eve passed relatively calmly; however, cases of domestic violence were reported, as stated by representatives of the city's Main Internal Affairs Department. The first incident occurred on December 30, 2025, at 11:00 PM, when a call about a conflict on Molodaya Gvardiya Street was received by the "102" service. It was established that N. A., while in a state of alcohol intoxication, committed violence against his adoptive son M. A., born in 2011, and
As of December 31, the cost of travel for one passenger on the Talas—Bishkek route is 2000 soms. Students from Talas studying at capital universities note that this year transportation prices have significantly increased. For instance, travel in 7-seater vehicles costs 1800 soms, while in 4-seater vehicles it can go up to 2000 soms. "Now you can buy a plane ticket for 2500 soms. The price increase during the holiday period creates financial difficulties for students," they share.
On December 30, Nurlan Ermatov, the first deputy representative of the president in the Jalal-Abad region, held a meeting with the management and workers of the plant in Mailuu-Suu, where the current state of the enterprise and its future were discussed. This meeting was organized at the direction of the presidential representative in the Jalal-Abad region, Tilek Tekebayev. During the discussions, important issues such as working conditions, wage levels, and future plans were addressed.
On December 31, the mayor of Osh, Jenishbek Toktorbaev, handed over a service vehicle for the needs of the social institution "Boorukerdik." This was reported by the press service of the municipality. It became known that an elderly resident of the institution approached the mayor with a request for a vehicle. He noted that the transport is extremely necessary for emergency situations, including the transportation of residents to medical facilities.
New Year 2026 has already arrived for some countries, while in Kyrgyzstan the celebration will begin at midnight from December 31 to January 1. Eight countries celebrate the New Year at different times. Below is the time according to Bishkek. The first to join the celebration were the residents of the Line Islands and Kiribati, where the New Year was welcomed at 16:00. At 17:00 it was celebrated in New Zealand, and at 18:00 - in Kamchatka, Fiji, and the Marshall Islands.
The main factors contributing to this growth were the rise of stock markets, excitement around artificial intelligence technologies, increasing prices for raw materials, and political changes following Donald Trump's victory in the elections at the end of 2024. The growth was observed not only in the USA but also in the markets of the UK and Hong Kong. Among those who significantly increased their wealth are Larry Ellison (Oracle), Elon Musk (Tesla, SpaceX), Gina Rinehart (Hancock
Children in armed conflict zones such as the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Gaza, Haiti, Myanmar, Nigeria, Somalia, Sudan, and Ukraine became victims of horrific human rights violations in 2025, as reported by the United Nations. Moreover, the year 2024 was already recognized as the most challenging in nearly three decades of the UN mandate on children and armed conflict, with the highest number of serious violations related to childhood.
A fire occurred in the Lenin district of Bishkek, which was successfully extinguished. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Emergency Situations. Five fire crews and a headquarters were dispatched to the scene to extinguish the flames.
On Tuesday, China conducted large-scale military exercises near Taiwan with live-fire drills and missile launches, as well as showcased new amphibious ships. These exercises have become the largest to date, underscored by statements from Beijing regarding the unacceptability of external interference, Reuters reports. According to the agency's information, the maneuvers lasted about ten hours, during which missiles were launched both to the north and south of Taiwan. Units of the naval and
In the new issue of the "Zheneke Project" column, the love story of Aizhana Sabirbaeva is told, who met her future husband thanks to a friend. Interestingly, the young man noticed Aizhana long before their acquaintance.
A video has surfaced on social media capturing a conflict between a taxi driver and his passenger. The driver, violating public order norms, directed obscene words at the client. Employees of the Interior Ministry of the Lenin District of Bishkek quickly identified the driver — he is T. K., born in 1984. He was detained and taken to the local internal affairs department.
, Yrysbek SHADYBEKOV Before the New Year, the team at 24.kg decided to find out from the residents of Osh how they assess the changes in their city and with what mood they welcome the year 2025. Many respondents emphasized that one of the most significant changes has been the improvement in road quality. When asked about changes over the past year, almost all of them unanimously replied: the roads have become better.
Bishkek January 1, Thursday At night, the temperature is expected to be from +1 to +3 °C, cloudy, with possible precipitation in the form of rain and snow. During the day, the temperature will rise to 4...6 °C, also cloudy weather.
Starting from January 1, 2026, the heads of four district administrations will need to begin preparatory measures for the repair of road surfaces and sidewalks. This decision was made during a meeting dedicated to preparing city services for the New Year holidays. The mayor of the capital of Kyrgyzstan, Aibek Junushaliev, instructed municipal and city services to organize the safe conduct of New Year events in Ala-Too Square, as well as to pay special attention to celebrations taking place in
Departmental awards were presented to several civil servants by the General Prosecutor's Office and the Bailiff Service. According to information received from the agency, the awards were given in recognition of their efforts to improve interaction between various government bodies, as well as for their demonstrated diligence and responsibility in carrying out their official duties.
The tender for the installation of security and fire alarm systems was announced by the Education Department of the Leninsky District. The work will be carried out in educational institutions No. 92, 117, 118, and 119, as well as in kindergartens No. 55 and 56. According to data published on the government procurement portal, a budget of 7 million 26.9 thousand soms is planned for the alarm installation project in the specified schools, while 814.7 thousand soms is allocated for the
In Bishkek, on December 31, a major fire occurred in a residential building in the Lenin district, which has been completely extinguished. Five fire teams, as well as a headquarters and an operational group, were involved in extinguishing the fire, as reported by the Ministry of Emergency Situations (MES). According to the MES, the fire was localized at 14:14, and its complete extinguishment was finished at 15:37. Unfortunately, as a result of this incident, one person lost their life.
Not far from Korivayrachin in Peru, a collision occurred between two tourist trains heading to the famous archaeological complex of Machu Picchu. As a result of the incident, one person, believed to be a railway worker, was killed, and about 30 other passengers sustained various injuries, CNN reports. According to the company managing the railway services, one of the trains was coming from Machu Picchu, while the other was heading towards it. Following the accident, traffic on the route
In Pakistan, the textile industry, which plays a crucial role in the country's economy, is facing serious difficulties. Rising production costs, a decline in export volumes, and disruptions in supply chains, exacerbated by a nationwide strike of transporters, are putting significant pressure on this sector. According to the Pakistan Textile Exporters Association (PTEA), the sector, which traditionally provides a substantial portion of export revenues and employment, has shown a decline in
Lawyer Zhanish Barakov reported that the Pervomaisky District Court of Bishkek made a decision on December 31 to change the measure of restraint for Aibek Tenizbay. He is now released under a written undertaking not to leave, although the pre-trial investigation will continue. The court hearing today considered the issue of the measure of restraint for Tenizbay, and the judge concluded that his release was necessary.
Aibek Tenizbay has been released under a travel ban, sources report, citing his lawyer Zhanish Barakov. Today, the Pervomaisky District Court in Bishkek considered the issue of the preventive measure for the activist. The pre-trial investigation is currently ongoing.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic has announced that as of December 31, 2025, the Cabinet of Ministers' resolution No. 855 will come into effect, which introduces changes to the rules for the stay of foreigners in the country. These changes are aimed at streamlining migration processes, making the conditions for the stay of foreign citizens more transparent, and adapting national legislation to the priorities of state migration policy.
Since the beginning of the week, Iran has been engulfed in protests that started with demonstrations by shop owners at the Grand Bazaar in Tehran and have now continued for the third day. The country's president has called on government agencies to pay attention to the legitimate demands of the protesters. According to local media, security forces are using tear gas against the protesters, and in some cases, gunfire can be heard as participants in the demonstrations try to avoid arrest.
