Users of Kaktus.media are wondering about the duration of the New Year holidays. The answer is yes, they will be long. According to the new Labor Code, which was signed on January 23, the non-working public holidays in Kyrgyzstan are January 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, and 6 (the period of New Year holidays), as well as January 7 — Orthodox Christmas.
In the village of Dmitrievka, located in the Issyk-Ata district of the Chui region, searches have begun for 14-year-old Ali Ermamotov, who went missing on December 8 around 5:00 PM. This information was provided by his older brother. According to a relative, on that day Ali reported that he was going to a birthday party, but it was later discovered that there was no celebration. The teenager is in the 8th grade of the local school and there have been no similar incidents before.
On the morning of December 11, the following exchange rates for foreign currencies were recorded at the Mos Soviet exchange offices:
At night in Tokmok, located in the Chui region, a traffic accident occurred. According to eyewitness accounts, the accident happened at the intersection of Kirova and Pionerskaya streets.
Since the beginning of December, the number of users of the "Tunduk" mobile application who have decided to impose a self-ban on receiving online loans has exceeded 75,000. This data was provided by the National Bank of Kyrgyzstan. The new option, which allows individuals to limit their ability to take out loans, became available to Kyrgyz citizens on November 1 of this year. The service has proven to be in demand, as many people seek to avoid unexpected debt to financial institutions.
Illustrative photo According to Axios, Ukraine has submitted a response to the U.S. administration regarding the latest version of the peace plan to resolve the conflict with Russia. This information came from American and Ukrainian officials. According to a source from "RBK-Ukraine," Kyiv provided Washington with an "updated version of the peace plan." As reported by Axios, the Ukrainian side prepared a detailed response to the U.S. proposals after consultations with
On December 10, in the Ak-Suisky district of the Issyk-Kul region, as a result of a heavy snowstorm, 11 passenger cars were caught in snow drifts. This was reported by the press center of the Ministry of Emergency Situations (MES). According to the agency, work was carried out to free the vehicles from the snow drifts in the villages of Sary-Kamysh, Boz-Uchuk, Kachybek, and Ichke-Jergez. Operational groups from the MES and civil defense services participated in eliminating the consequences of
The American space agency NASA has announced attempts to restore contact with the MAVEN (Mars Atmosphere and Volatile EvolutioN) spacecraft, which studies the atmosphere of Mars. While in orbit around the Red Planet, the station lost contact with Earth. According to information received from NASA, all systems of MAVEN were functioning normally before entering orbit around the Red Planet. However, after the spacecraft crossed the dark side of Mars on December 6, no signal was detected by the
On Wednesday, a delegation of journalists from Central Asia, organized by the Ministry of External Affairs of India, visited Asian News International (ANI), the largest news agency in India. During this visit, participants were given the opportunity to familiarize themselves with the agency's operations and internal processes. The meeting allowed for discussions on the importance of Central Asia in the news context, as noted by ANI's executive producer Ravi Khandelwal while speaking
A cargo minibus overturned as a result of a traffic accident on the Bishkek—Kara-Balta highway. According to eyewitness accounts, this incident occurred on December 11 at around 08:40 on a section of the road located in the village of Petrovka in the Moscow district.
The New York Times reports that U.S. authorities plan to check the social media activity history of tourists entering the country.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic has provided clarifications regarding the initiative to restore the death penalty. The agency emphasized that the Constitutional Court recognized the impossibility of introducing the highest measure of punishment, considering the country's existing international obligations. Recent cases of the murder of women and children under aggravating circumstances have caused widespread public resonance and concern.
The Vice Mayor of Bishkek, Azamat Kadyrov, during a meeting of the permanent commission of the city council on municipal property and urban planning, announced plans to prohibit scooter parking in certain areas of the capital. During the meeting, the deputies discussed a draft resolution regarding the regulation of the placement of individual mobility devices in the city.
As of December 11, 2025, the National Bank has presented updated official exchange rates. US Dollar (USD) — 87.45 soms (unchanged). Euro (EUR) — 101.90 soms, which is 0.10 soms higher than the previous rate of 101.80 soms. Russian Ruble (RUB) — 1.1352 soms, which is a decrease from 1.1411 soms. Kazakh Tenge (KZT) — 0.1687 soms, also lower than the previous value of 0.1700 soms. Chinese Yuan (CNY) — 12.3816 soms, showing a slight increase compared to 12.3744 soms. In commercial banks, the
In the context of growing global instability caused by geo-economic conflicts and supply chain issues, the strength of bilateral economic relations increasingly depends on their historical foundation. Partnerships based on centuries-old ties in trade and culture demonstrate greater resilience to external crises. In this context, the relationship between India and Nepal serves as an exemplary model of economic symbiosis. More about this can be found in an article from the publication Nepal
Photo from the internet According to information from the president's office in the Issyk-Kul region, a state of emergency has been declared in the Tyup district due to heavy precipitation and worsening weather conditions. Earlier, a few hours ago, special forces and civil defense authorities began operating in an enhanced mode.
A strong dust storm has been recorded on the shores of Issyk-Kul, particularly in Toru-Aygir and neighboring settlements. According to witnesses, movement in such conditions has become extremely difficult, and visibility has decreased to just a few meters. According to meteorologists, the wind speed blowing from the west reached 33–35 meters per second. Local residents report that gusts of wind are lifting sand and small stones, making the roads dangerous for vehicles. Emergency services
According to information published by the National Bank, Kyrgyzstan's gross international reserves amounted to $8.269 billion at the end of November 2025. Compared to November of last year, this amount has increased by more than $3.2 billion.
The need for cancer treatment medications in Kyrgyzstan remains high, as reported by the state enterprise "Kyrgyzpharmacy." Acting Minister of Health Kanibek Dosmambetov held a meeting to discuss issues related to providing medical institutions with necessary medications and maintaining continuous treatment for cancer patients.
With a rating of 8.90, Anarbekov became the leader among all tournament participants, while Deseri Due from PSG took second place with a rating of 8.50. In third place is Kylian Mbappe, the star of Real Madrid, with a score of 8.33. Thus, the Kazakh goalkeeper became the best player in the European tournament at this stage, surpassing one of the most famous forwards in the world.
In the Issyk-Kul region, in the Jeti-Oguz district, the snow removal from the Lipenka–Koy-Sary road has been completed. This was reported by the road maintenance enterprise No. 35. According to the road service information, the clearing of the road was conducted on the section from 26 to 31 kilometers. In some places, the snow cover thickness reached 30–40 centimeters, and in conditions of snow drifts — up to 50–60 centimeters.
Azamat Osmonov stopped illegal extraction of sand and gravel mix in the Shamsy River. During a working trip, the presidential envoy in the Chui region, Azamat Osmonov, conducted an inspection in the village of Shamsy, located in the rural district of Onbir-Zhilga in the Chui region. He discovered that a number of enterprises were extracting sand and gravel mix and loam from the riverbed without the necessary permits.
According to information provided by the Ministry of Transport and Communications, as of the morning of December 11, the situation at the key passes of Kyrgyzstan is considered stable. Roads such as Too-Ashuu on the Bishkek — Osh route, the Otmok pass on the Suusamyr — Talas — Taraz section, as well as Dolon, Kyzyl-Bel, Char, and Ak-Beyit, remain open, and traffic is proceeding normally in clear weather.
Kanykey Sultanbekova, the sister of Temirlan Sultanbekov, has addressed the public with serious accusations against the authorities regarding human rights violations and pressure on her brother, who was arrested on charges of preparing mass riots. She posted information about this on social media. According to her, the conditions in which Temirlan is being held represent "moral and psychological pressure." She reported that he is in a cell with eighteen other inmates, one of whom has
Due to unfavorable weather conditions in the Issyk-Kul region, Bakytbek Zhetigenov, the authorized representative of the president, has been conducting inspections in the Tyup, Ak-Suu, and other districts since early morning. He is monitoring the state of the roads and the work of emergency services, as a result of which urgent instructions have been given to the responsible authorities. The regional operational headquarters has been actively functioning since early morning. All services,
The Boxing Academy of the city of Manas hosted the Kyrgyzstan Boxing Championship from December 5 to 10, 2025, during which the winners and prizewinners were determined. In the men's competitions, 10 sets of medals were contested by 97 boxers.
At the kindergarten "Asylzat-Zirek," located in At-Bashy, a cultural celebration called "Manas - My Heritage" ("Манасым – менин мурасым") took place, as reported by a Turmush correspondent. This event was organized by the preparatory group in accordance with the presidential decree "National Spirit – Global Heights" ("Улуттук дем – дүйнөлүк бийиктик").
President Donald Trump stated that a "very large" oil tanker was seized by American authorities off the coast of Venezuela. He noted that there were compelling reasons for this action, as reported by the "Russian Service of the BBC." During a press conference at the White House, Trump said, "Today was an interesting day in the news. We just seized a tanker off the coast of Venezuela; it is huge, the largest ever captured. You will soon see other events related to
International news agencies have provided information about key events that occurred over the past 24 hours in Ukraine and around the world amid ongoing military actions. Here are the main points. Dobropole. Photo by Anatolii Stepanov / Reuters / Scanpix / LETA. According to Moscow Mayor Sergey Sobyanin, 30 drones heading towards the Russian capital were shot down overnight. Airports in Ivanovo, Tambov, Yaroslavl, Vladikavkaz, Grozny, Magas, and Makhachkala temporarily suspended operations for
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) has published an official statement regarding the recent decision of the Constitutional Court on the death penalty. The statement emphasizes that the increasing cases of violent crimes against women and children, including murders, have caused public concern.
Yesterday, a meeting took place between the head of the Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic, Adylbek Kasymaliev, and Ibrahim bin Radi Al-Radi, the Ambassador of Saudi Arabia, who is completing his diplomatic mission in Kyrgyzstan. During the conversation, both sides emphasized the high level of mutual understanding and cooperation between Kyrgyzstan and Saudi Arabia, as well as expressed their readiness for further development of political dialogue and expansion of economic ties.
The Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers and Head of the Presidential Administration of Kyrgyzstan, Adylbek Kasymaliev, congratulated the people of the country on International Mountain Day. In his greeting, he noted:
Last night in Bishkek, a traffic accident occurred involving three city buses. The incident took place on one of the busy streets of the city, where due to icy conditions and worsening weather, vehicles began to skid. According to preliminary reports, no one was injured as a result of the accident, and the damage was limited to the buses. Traffic Safety Administration officials were on site, promptly managing traffic and completing all necessary documentation.
On the evening of December 10, in the Tyup district of the Issyk-Kul region, snowdrifts occurred due to a sharp deterioration in weather conditions. Eight vehicles were stranded on the Toktoyan — Chon-Toguzbay — Mikhailovka highway, as reported by the press service of the Ministry of Emergency Situations. To provide assistance, a response team was organized, led by Colonel Mirlan Karabaev, head of the Ministry of Emergency Situations for the Issyk-Kul region. Together with civil defense forces,
According to Sport Baza, despite all efforts and significant expenses, this 'Barça' fan was unable to attend the long-awaited match, as the security deemed his appearance unsuitable for a true supporter of the club. Additional information is available on our social media channels:
On December 10, 2025, the Constitutional Court considered the request of the President of the Kyrgyz Republic for an opinion on a draft law that aimed to introduce the possibility of applying the death penalty for certain serious crimes, including the rape of children. The Court, exercising its constitutional powers, assessed the compliance of the proposed amendments with the Constitution and their impact on the fundamental principles of the constitutional order, including the protection of
The Football Federation of Kyrgyzstan has officially confirmed the appointment of Robert Prosinečki as the head coach of the national team. The contract was signed on December 10 in the presence of the president of the KFB, Kamchibek Tashiev.
On this day, December 9, 2025, a working group was established with the task of accelerating the implementation of Mongolia's National Anti-Corruption Program. Based on the Prime Minister's directive, a working group has been formed that will focus on improving the legal environment to prevent corruption and conflicts of interest, strengthening justice, as well as reducing the level of corruption and abuse of power. An important aspect of the group's work will be analyzing the
In Mongolia, a high-precision analysis of pedestrian traffic at major retail and service points has been conducted for the first time. The study was carried out using the international geolocation analytics platform Geo PRO by Mobicom Corporation, which counted pedestrians with the help of a professional research group, GMR. Geo PRO was developed in Japan and was initially used for urban planning, road congestion analysis, and public service accessibility assessment. Currently, this technology
According to information from the Ulaanbaatar governor's office, the festive event started at 19:00.
At the global ENJOY AI 2025 competition, which brought together 56 young engineers from Mongolia, participants showcased their skills and achieved significant success. On December 5, 2025, over 1000 children from 61 countries gathered to test their skills in drone programming and robotics. Among the participants were 56 young engineers from the aimags of Mongolia: Govi-Altai, Khovd, Darkhan, Govi-Sumber, and Bayankhongor, who competed alongside young talents from other countries. This event
Pilot well TMK Energy at the gas extraction project from coal seams in Gurvantes, Mongolia TMK Energy reported record gas flow rates in Mongolia TMK Energy continues to demonstrate significant success in the gas extraction project from coal seams in Gurvantes, Mongolia, increasing gas flow by 18% in November. According to the company, their pilot wells are exceeding expectations, showing a stable influx of gas and water consumption. Water intake remained at October's level, amounting to
In the new World Bank ranking, Mongolia ranks 47th out of 217 countries, rising from the 52nd position it held in 2023. This growth of 5 positions illustrates improvements in the statistical infrastructure and governance in the country. Every year, the World Bank releases a ranking based on statistical efficiency (The Statistical Performance Indicators – SPI), which is formed based on official international data. These indicators provide up-to-date information on global development, including
This year, the Asian Beach Games will return after a ten-year hiatus. Over the course of eight days, athletes will compete in 14 different disciplines. More than 3,700 participants from 45 Asian countries have registered to take part, among which Mongolia will present over 100 athletes. Mongolians will compete in nine sports, including jiu-jitsu, kurash, 3x3 beach basketball, and beach wrestling. Ten years ago, the previous Asian Beach Games were held in Da Nang, Socialist Republic of Vietnam,
The fifth International Conference on Mongolian Studies titled "Mongolia and Mongols: Past and Present" took place at the University of Warsaw. This event is held every two years by the Faculty of Asian and African Studies. The conference is organized in collaboration with the Department of Asian and African Cultures at the University of Warsaw, the Embassy of Mongolia in Poland, and the National University of Mongolia. This year, around 70 researchers from more than ten countries
At the ACA tournament in Russia, Kyrgyz athlete Zhakshylyk Myrzabekov became the holder of the interim championship title. The battle took place on the night of December 6 as part of the co-main event of the ACA 197 tournament, which was held in Moscow.
The first Fashion Hub in Kyrgyzstan was opened in Bishkek — a space that brings together local brands, designers, and wholesale clients. Jasur Parpiev, the marketing director of Fashion Mall, emphasized that the initiative is aimed at supporting young designers and developing the local fashion industry:
The VI World Nomad Games will take place in 2026 in Kyrgyzstan
