In the Chui region, law enforcement authorities have detained a suspect in a fraud case who was wanted. This became known thanks to information from the press service of the regional Department of Internal Affairs.
A draft law concerning amendments to the Law of the Kyrgyz Republic "On the Exchange of Credit Information" has been presented to the Jogorku Kenesh. The main goal of this document is to reduce the retention periods for both negative and positive credit information. According to the proposed draft law, data on obligations that have expired more than:
By 2030, it is expected that the National Wealth Fund of Mongolia will reach an accumulation of ₮24 trillion (approximately $6.8 billion). In the past two years, the fund has radically transformed its structure, moving from discussions to real actions. This means that the active phase of implementing its plans has begun. But what specific tasks does the fund face, and has its work started? 🧐 What is the goal of the wealth fund?
The Bishkek electric grid enterprise is implementing a series of measures aimed at improving the reliability of electrical equipment operation. These actions include aspects such as repairs, maintenance, as well as the construction and modernization of power transmission lines, as reported in the company's press release. According to the enterprise, a new high-voltage substation "Muras," operating at a voltage of 110/10 kilovolts, was constructed and put into operation this year.
The press service of the Chuy region reported the detention of a suspect in large-scale fraud related to automobiles. According to the information, on March 26, a man approached the Alamedin district police department, stating that in 2024, a certain citizen named M. took three cars and 20,000 dollars from him, promising to pay with construction concrete, after which he disappeared.
Led by Zholdoshbek Azhy Abdildaev, Deputy Mufti and Chairman of the Hajj 2026 Organization Committee, the Kyrgyz commission visited the Ministry of Hajj and Umrah in Saudi Arabia. During the meeting, important issues regarding preparations for Hajj were discussed. In particular, emphasis was placed on problems related to free waqf dormitories in Mecca, medical requirements for pilgrims, overall costs of Hajj and visa procedures, as well as other aspects of organization. Photo DUMK
The Minister of Energy and Infrastructure of the Eurasian Economic Commission, Arzybek Kozhoshev, announced that the cabotage transportation program for EAEU countries will start functioning in full capacity in 2026. This statement was made as part of the summary of the year 2025. Kozhoshev also noted significant achievements in the field of transportation.
A volleyball tournament dedicated to the memory of brothers Tynysh and Zhyrgal Boposhov took place in Kara-Kul on December 27. The opening of the event was attended by the Deputy Mayor of Manas, Abdykalykov, relatives, athletes, and residents of Kara-Kul.
According to preliminary census data, there are 5.1 million horses registered in Mongolia, which is 9.5% higher than last year's figure. The National Statistical Committee of Mongolia has presented the preliminary results of the livestock census. According to the data collected during the census, the total number of livestock in the country has reached 58.1 million heads, which is a record for Mongolia. This information was announced by the National Statistical Committee.
In New Jersey, USA, two helicopters collided, resulting in one person losing their life and another sustaining injuries. This information is reported by CNN. Photo by the media
In the morning of December 29, the exchange rates at the Moskovsky Sovet exchange points are as follows:
The open auction organized by JSC "Zhyrgalan Mine" offers five lots for bidding, including land plots and buildings located in the Ak-Suu district, according to a statement from the company's special administrator. Items for auction:
With the implementation of blockchain technology developed by AND Global Group, the over-the-counter market of Mongolia has made a significant leap by transitioning to a 24/5 trading model, marking a milestone for global financial markets. Over 18 months, the new trading system was tested under the Financial Regulatory and Supervisory Commission before being officially launched. As a result, it is now possible to conduct transactions 24 hours a day, 5 days a week (24/5) with automated
- According to statistical data provided by the National Committee of the Republic of Uzbekistan, the production volume of Portland cement for the 11 months of 2025 amounted to 19 million tons, which is 30.1% more than in the same period of the previous year. Over the past two years, there has been a significant increase in this construction material, which has risen by 71.2%.
Vladimir Zelensky and Donald Trump during a meeting in Florida. Photo: Reuters / Jonathan Ernst. On December 28, Donald Trump held talks with the Ukrainian and Russian leaders to expedite the peace settlement process between Moscow and Kyiv, Reuters reports. Trump stated that he and Vladimir Zelensky have "significantly come closer, possibly very close" to an agreement on halting military actions in Ukraine, although the fate of Donbas remains unresolved. After the meeting, which
As a result of the ascent to Mount 'Lokomotiv' in Kazakhstan, three climbers died, as reported by the Ministry of Emergency Situations of the Republic of Kazakhstan.
The tax reform package has been presented to parliament At a recent cabinet meeting, a decision was made to submit a large-scale tax reform project to parliament. This package includes changes to the General Tax Law, the Corporate Income Tax Law, as well as legislation concerning personal income tax and value-added tax. The main goal of the reforms is to support economic growth while protecting citizens' incomes, promoting employment, and developing housing construction. According to the
The Cabinet of Ministers of Kyrgyzstan has submitted for public discussion a draft resolution proposing to temporarily suspend the export of mineral fertilizers outside the customs territory of the Eurasian Economic Union. The planned duration of the ban is six months and will take effect five days after its official entry into force. However, this restriction will not apply to international transit and humanitarian assistance provided by the government.
Recent studies have shown that the intestinal microflora of the Japanese tree frog contains an astonishingly effective anti-cancer agent. In experiments on mice, one of the isolated bacterial strains demonstrated the ability not only to completely destroy tumors but also to prevent their recurrence, all without significant side effects. These results were published in the journal Gut Microbes. Researchers noted that cancer is extremely rare in amphibians and reptiles. In their experiments,
In Kara-Kul, a price check on essential products, including meat and coal, was conducted. According to information, the raid was organized at one of the major markets in the city to monitor food security and track prices for the specified goods.
On December 25, 2025, a meeting took place between the Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary Ambassador of Mongolia to Kuwait, Sereglan Purev, and the Minister of Defense of Kuwait, Sheikh Abdullah Ali Abdullah Al Salem Al Sabah. During the discussions, the parties addressed issues of bilateral relations and cooperation between their states. Ambassador Purev highlighted key achievements made within the framework of this cooperation and spoke about the activities of the Embassy of Mongolia,
Winters in Mongolia are extremely harsh due to the sharply continental climate: temperatures often drop to -40°C and below, accompanied by strong winds. Ulaanbaatar, being the capital of Mongolia, rightfully holds the title of the coldest capital in the world due to its sharply continental climate, high altitude (1300 m above sea level), and proximity to cold Siberian air masses. In winter, temperatures here can drop to -40°C and even lower, while the average annual temperature is around
Today, December 29, Mongolia solemnly celebrates the 114th anniversary of its liberation and restoration of national independence, as well as 114 years since the establishment of its modern diplomatic service. The historic date of December 29, 1911, marked Mongolia's return to the political map of the world. It was on this day that the country freed itself from Manchu rule and gained sovereignty.
The international congress held on December 17-18 gathered over 2,500 participants from 37 countries, nearly double the number from last year. The program covered a variety of topics, including the successes of MICE destinations, the effectiveness of business events, the future of neurotechnology and the experience economy, and facilitated a record number of business meetings. Participants from Different Countries
In the Sokuluk district, on the Bishkek–Kara-Balta highway, an incident occurred on December 27 at around 06:31 AM, in which the driver of a KamAZ truck managed to avoid a traffic accident involving a pedestrian. According to eyewitness accounts, when the traffic light turned red at the turn into Shopokov, all vehicles stopped. However, a passenger car, having bypassed the stationary KamAZ, ran the red light while a pedestrian was crossing the road at the crosswalk.
The Cycling Federation of Kyrgyzstan has announced the creation of a professional cycling team called "Lokomotiv Manas." Photo by the Cycling Federation
On December 26, 2025, the Minister of Health of the Kyrgyz Republic, Kanbek Dosmambetov, held a working meeting with representatives of UN organizations, during which issues related to pharmaceutical provision under the existing Memorandum of Understanding were discussed. This information was provided by the Ministry of Health of the Kyrgyz Republic. During the meeting, emphasis was placed on the main areas of cooperation in the field of pharmaceutical provision, including the development of a
Intermed Hospital begins strategic cooperation with the Japanese IUHW Group and receives investments. On December 25, 2025, an investment agreement was signed in Tokyo between Intermed Hospital and the Japanese IUHW Group aimed at attracting foreign funds to the healthcare sector of Mongolia.
On December 31, a large-scale New Year concert will take place at Ala-Too Square in Bishkek, as reported by the city's administration. Additionally, the municipality added that a series of open-air musical evenings have concluded, which were held in the square to create a festive atmosphere for the residents and guests of the capital.
With this delivery, the number of new E195-E2 aircraft in Hunnu Air's fleet has increased to two. Additionally, on December 25, 2025, the airline operated its first flight from Ulaanbaatar to Manila. In 2025, Hunnu Air expanded its international flights, covering 39 routes in nine countries, including the Republic of Korea, India (Delhi and Amritsar), Vietnam (Nha Trang, Da Nang, and Phu Quoc), the Philippines (Manila), China (Beijing), and Uzbekistan (Tashkent). This modern medium-haul
All passes and roads in Kyrgyzstan are open for traffic, and there are no restrictions for heavy vehicles, as reported by the Ministry of Transport and Communications. Road services continue to work around the clock to clear routes of snow and treat the road surface with inert materials to ensure safe conditions for travel.
According to the forecast of the Eurasian Development Bank (EDB), in 2026, the economic growth of Kyrgyzstan will be approximately 9.3 percent, allowing the republic to maintain its leadership in the region in this indicator. Bank analysts indicate that such growth will be ensured by an increase in investments in key sectors, including transport, energy, water supply, and housing construction. They also predict that by the end of 2026, the inflation rate will decrease to 8.3 percent, which will
An incident occurred in Bishkek in which a man was beaten. Four suspects have been detained, as reported by the press service of the Lenin District Department of Internal Affairs. According to law enforcement agencies, on December 28 at 1:48 AM, a report was received on the number "102" stating that a group of people was beating a man lying on the ground on Tynaliyev Street near one of the apartment buildings.
This year, 110,000 students from grades 3 to 11 from over 2,000 educational institutions worldwide, representing 120 countries, participated in the olympiad. Gold medals from Mongolia were awarded to Bilguun-Ochir Munkhjoloo, Törbold Buyanbat (5th grade), Gegeen Sod-Erdene (6th grade), and Tergel Chinbat (9th grade).
In the Chui region, law enforcement agencies have arrested a man suspected of causing serious harm to health. According to the press service of the Main Internal Affairs Department of the Chui region, on December 18, a resident of Bishkek, born in 2000, named Ch.A., reported to the police station of the Sokuluk district. He complained about the actions of his colleague's husband, M.N., who, on October 18 at 11:00, without any apparent reason, assaulted him on the territory of the
According to the information from the Patrol Police Department, a tragic incident occurred in Bishkek, where a drunk driver in a Hyundai Sonata hit a pedestrian, resulting in death. This accident happened on December 27 at 11:30 PM on 7 April Street.
On her birthday, December 23, 47-year-old Zhibek Urustemova, a resident of Bishkek, became a victim of murder committed by her ex-husband. According to preliminary data, the tragedy occurred amid a divorce process when the former inspector of the State Traffic Safety Department of the Ministry of Internal Affairs, U.B.M., born in 1977, shot her with a traumatic pistol. At the opening of a new district department of the State National Security Committee in the Issyk-Kul region, which took place
On December 26, the press service of the Main Internal Affairs Department of the Chui Region reported the detention of suspects in a hooligan attack. The incident occurred on December 16 at around 5:30 PM at the "Legacy" car wash in the city of Kainy, where three brothers became victims of the attack.
During a patrol in one of the pastures, officers from the Katran Police Department of the Leilek District discovered a case of illegal carrying of firearms. This information was announced by the press service of the Internal Affairs Department of the Batken Region.
The press service of the Internal Affairs Department of the Lenin District in the capital of Kyrgyzstan reports the detention of suspects in the beating of a man. The incident occurred on December 28 at around 01:48, when a report was received at the "102" duty station that a group of people was beating a man lying on the ground under one of the apartment buildings on Tynaliyev Street.
Today, December 28, in the Moscow district of the Chui region, the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers Adylbek Kasymaliev conducted a working trip during which he presented New Year gifts to children with disabilities, reports Turmush correspondent. The first stop for the head of the Cabinet was at a special educational boarding school in the village of Belovodskoye, where he handed out gifts to children with limited health capabilities..
An incident involving a pedestrian being hit occurred in Bishkek, in which the driver was found to be under the influence of alcohol. This information was provided by the city's Main Internal Affairs Department. The traffic accident took place on December 27 in the evening on 7th April Street. The driver, born in 2004 and named R.M., struck a pedestrian named K.A., born in 1995, who was crossing the road. After the collision, the driver fled the scene; however, the pedestrian unfortunately
Illustrative photo The negotiations took place before Trump's meeting with Zelensky, scheduled in Florida. Trump described the conversation as "productive and good."
In the village of Min-Bulak, located in the Tyup district of the Karasay region, the construction of a new school designed for 150 students has been completed. The director of the educational institution, Askat Bukayev, shared this news.
The Ministry of Internal Affairs of Kyrgyzstan warns citizens about fraudulent schemes related to New Year's greetings. According to the information from the press service of the Ministry of Internal Affairs, messages promising gifts, cash bonuses, or prizes from government institutions, banks, or famous personalities are actively spreading on social networks and messengers. By clicking on such links, users may be forced to enter their personal data and bank card details, which gives
In the Naryn region, at the Musa Bayetov Cultural House, the final stage of the traditional game "Kyz-Zhigit Sarmerden" took place, which is an important part of the cultural heritage of the Kyrgyz people. The solemn opening of the event began with welcoming words, after which the audience was presented with the epic "Manas," and then a creative competition between young men and women started.
According to researchers, the results of the work were published in the journal PNAS. The study described a six-step process in which RNA could be synthesized from simple organic compounds without the influence of external factors. One of the key elements of this process was boron mineral compounds—borates—that directed chemical reactions, preventing the formation of unwanted molecules and accelerating synthesis. According to the proposed model, such conditions could have existed in aquifers
As the New Year approaches, it's time to take stock. The editorial team of Kaktus.media found out at the New Year fair what positive events have occurred in the lives of Kyrgyzstanis this year. People's responses were diverse — from significant purchases and personal achievements to changes in their inner world and a reassessment of personal values.
