"Puddles at Bus Stops". Residents complain that they cannot exit the bus properly.

Complaints have been received at the Call Center Kaktus.media from residents of Ankara Street. They are urging the city authorities to pay attention to the problem of puddles at bus stops after rain. “At the bus stop 'Altyn-Ordo konushu' on Ankara Street, a significant amount of water accumulates after precipitation. This creates serious difficulties when getting off the bus, especially for elderly people and those with children and strollers. We draw attention to this issue as it is

Traffic will be restricted on Aitmatov Avenue in Bishkek

Starting from January 1, 2026, a section of Chyngyz Aitmatov Avenue in Bishkek will be temporarily closed, stretching from Semetey Street to A. Tokombaev Street. The reason for the restrictions is the commencement of construction for underground pedestrian crossings and bus stop complexes.

China Successfully Launched a Group of Internet Satellites into Orbit

The China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation (CASC) reported that it successfully launched a group of low-orbit internet satellites on Friday. The Long March 8A rocket lifted off at 07:26 from the Wenchang Space Launch Site located on Hainan Island. CASC noted that the launch went smoothly and was the 620th in the Long March series of launch vehicles.

The GIK is building elite housing behind the Southern Highway. Sadyr Japarov spoke about the pricing policy.

The State Mortgage Company is actively engaged in the construction of elite apartments in the southern part of the capital, as reported by President Sadyr Japarov at the Kurultai. Some participants in the event raised the issue of state support for citizens wishing to purchase housing. They noted that the prices of apartments from the State Mortgage Company are comparable to those of private developers, despite the fact that the State Investment Corporation receives land plots free of charge.

Murder of a Woman by Her Ex-Husband: The State Committee for National Security Will Take Over the Investigation

The State Committee for National Security (GKNB) will investigate the brutal murder committed by the victim's ex-husband. This was reported by the press service of the agency. According to the directive from GKNB Chairman Kamchybek Tashiev, the criminal case has been transferred to the central office of the service, where an investigative and operational group has been formed for further examination.

A resident of Balakchy is suspected of spreading extremist materials on social media.

On November 6, 2025, employees of the department for countering extremism and illegal migration of the Ak-Suu District Department of Internal Affairs discovered an account on social media linked to the dissemination of extremist materials. This was reported by the Internal Affairs Directorate of the Issyk-Kul region. According to the agency's information, on December 20, during the operational and preventive operation "Arsenal," the identity of the suspect was established, who

The premiere of the first military-historical TV series will take place in Bishkek.

On December 29, 2025, the long-awaited premiere of the military-historical television series "Өрт кечкен сөйкө" will take place at the capital's cinema "Manas." This project is the first of its kind in Kyrgyz cinema. This was reported by the Ministry of Culture. According to information from the ministry, the creation of the series was made possible through the efforts of the creative association "Kyrgyzserial" and with the support of the Ministry of Culture,

On behalf of the GKNB employees, New Year gifts and one million soms were presented to the boarding school in Bishkek.

On this day, the head of the State Committee for National Security familiarized himself with the renovation of the boarding school, where a major overhaul of the assembly and sports halls has recently been completed, as reported by the press service of the GKNB KR. During the visit, he was shown the renovated premises.

At Issyk-Kul, relatives illegally registered property in the name of an orphaned child

Justice has been restored in the Issyk-Kul region regarding an orphan child who lost their inheritance due to the illegal registration of property by relatives. According to the General Prosecutor's Office, the Ak-Suu district prosecutor's office conducted an investigation and uncovered facts of unlawful registration of property rights by third parties who used invalid contracts.

Myrlan Taalaybekov (Tsarikaev) forgave the men who beat him.

According to Mirlan Taalaibekov (Tsarikaev), he decided to forgive the men who beat him. He shared this in an interview with the "Nomad" television channel. Initially, he linked the incident to his work, but during the investigation, it became clear that the attack happened by chance.

The President refuted the delegate's information that there are no kindergartens and schools in the GIK houses in Karakol.

During the People's Kurultai, President Sadyr Japarov refuted the information voiced by delegate Azamat Kudayberdiev regarding the absence of kindergartens and schools in the GIK houses in Karakol. He noted that this issue is under his personal control.

In a year, 25 kindergarten buildings were returned in Kyrgyzstan - illegally privatized

Photo by the Ministry of Education of the KR The Ministry of Education of Kyrgyzstan reports the return of 25 kindergarten buildings that were previously illegally privatized. This process was completed in 2025. During the reporting period, 91 new preschool institutions were opened, of which 32 were built from scratch.

"Paying for the samsas we didn't eat." The President on the Upper Naryn Cascade of Hydroelectric Power Stations

Sadyr Japarov, the President of Kyrgyzstan, announced that the resumption of construction of the Upper Naryn Cascade of Hydropower Plants is postponed until the debt conflict with the Russian company "RusHydro" is resolved. This statement was made in response to a question from a delegate during the IV People's Kurultai. According to him, there are currently enough investors ready to start the project, but existing obligations from previous contracts hinder this.

Kyrgyzstan will fully pay off its external debt by 2035, said Japarov

At the People's Kurultai, the President of Kyrgyzstan, Sadyr Japarov, announced the country's plans to completely pay off its external debt by 2035. During his speech, he outlined the forecast for government debt payments in US dollars for the coming years:

In the Chui Region, the police conducted a raid "Extremist"

As part of the raid, the employees of the Special Purpose Anti-Extremism Unit also held meetings and discussions with local residents, during which they explained the legal consequences of participating in the activities of extremist organizations. As a result of these activities, it was established that citizens J.A. (born in 1970), K.Z. (born in 1972), and G.Y. (born in 1967) publicly renounced support for extremist ideology after receiving the relevant explanations.

The first day of the People's Kurultai took place in Bishkek. Lots of photos

The IV People's Kurultai has started in Bishkek, attended by the President of the Kyrgyz Republic, Sadyr Japarov. The first day of the meeting took place on December 26.

The President explained from his own experience why a 12-year education in schools is necessary.

At the IV People's Kurultai, President Sadyr Japarov commented on the request of delegate Estebes Mamatov regarding the abolition of 12-year education in schools. The delegate expressed concerns that this leads to classrooms having 50 students each. “The number of children in classes being 50 is not related to the transition to 12-year education. This is a problem caused by internal and external migration, especially in large cities such as Bishkek, Osh, and Manas. Moreover, many parents

Lufthansa plane makes emergency landing at Almaty airport

An emergency landing of a Lufthansa plane occurred at Almaty International Airport. This was reported by the Aviation Administration of Kazakhstan. The incident took place on December 26, when a passenger on flight LH 0722, which was traveling from Munich to Beijing, lost consciousness and subsequently passed away.

A group of citizens suspected of committing hooliganism has been detained

The press service of the Main Internal Affairs Department of the Chui Region reports the detention of a group of individuals suspected of hooliganism. According to the provided information, on December 18, 2025, a local resident born in 1986 named M.T. approached the Panfilov District Internal Affairs Department. He reported that on December 16, around 5:30 PM, a group of unknown individuals attacked him and his brothers—M.T., born in 1989, and M.A., born in 1980—without any apparent reason at

Sadyr Japarov: A separate queue will be provided in the State Information Center for labor migrants and people with disabilities.

CAVA Cup: Three Kyrgyzstani Women Among the Best Players of the Tournament

At the international volleyball tournament held in the Maldives, three representatives from Kyrgyzstan were awarded the titles of the best players. The Central Asian Volleyball Association (CAVA) Cup took place from December 20 to 25 and gathered four national teams.

A New Year Celebration Organized for Children from Rehabilitation Centers, Special Schools, and Kindergartens at the Circus

On December 25, a New Year’s tree event took place at the Kyrgyz State Circus named after A. Izibaev for children from rehabilitation centers, special schools, and kindergartens. According to the press service of the Bishkek mayor's office, Deputy Mayor Victoria Mozgacheva addressed the young participants with a welcoming speech.

A resident of Chon-Alai lost his home overnight

As a result of the fire, the house of Abdilmazhit Moldobaev, who lives in the village of Zhekendi in the Chon-Alai district of the Osh region, was completely burned down. This information was confirmed by his older brother, Bakir Moldobaev.

New Labor Payment Conditions Approved for Donor Projects in Kyrgyzstan

In the Kyrgyz Republic, new labor payment conditions have been introduced for workers involved in the implementation of projects funded by international organizations and donor countries. This decision aims to improve the payment system within the framework of state investments and technical assistance. The adjustments pertain to projects carried out through the Ministry of Finance of Kyrgyzstan.

How the $100 Billion "Dream City" Forest City in Malaysia Turned into a "Ghost Town"

The Launch of a Grand Idea In 2014, the Chinese company Country Garden, one of China's leading development firms, announced the launch of the Forest City project in the Malaysian state of Johor. Valued at $100 billion, this megaproject was envisioned as a futuristic city on four artificial islands in the Johor Strait, near Singapore. Covering an area of 30 square kilometers and featuring high-rise buildings up to 35 stories, it promised "smart" construction, eco-friendly

Tokon Mamytov: James Bond is Not My Hero

Tokon Mamytov, who previously held the position of Deputy Head of the State Committee for National Security and Chairman of the Border Service of Kyrgyzstan, stated in an interview with NOMAD TV that the events in Batken in 1999-2000 were the result of deeper processes related to the collapse of the Soviet Union, the loss of ideology, and the unpreparedness of borders for new conditions.

The GKNB donated 1 million soms and gifts to the special school for the hearing impaired.

On December 26, 2025, in the capital of Kyrgyzstan, the Chairman of the GKNB, Kamchybek Tashiev, visited a specialized boarding school for hearing-impaired children in Bishkek. This event became possible after the completion of major repairs to the assembly and sports halls of the educational institution. During his visit, Tashiev familiarized himself with the updated conditions for studying, emphasizing the importance of the work done to create a safe and comfortable environment for students.

The president cited a personal experience to explain the necessity of 12 years of education.

At the IV People's Kurultai, President Sadyr Japarov responded to the proposal of delegate Estebes Mamatov to abolish 12 years of schooling. Mamatov is concerned that sometimes up to 50 students are taught in a class. The president noted that this situation is not a result of education reform, but is related to active migration both within the country and beyond its borders. The problem is most acute in Bishkek, Osh, and Manas. Japarov also emphasized that parents strive to send their

FC "Muras United" signs Richard Romario from Brazil

The newcomer to the team, Brazilian Richard Romario, has already started training with "Muras United." His signing was officially confirmed by the club, which is happy to have him among its ranks.

Zhapаров proposed to require citizens to participate in the elections of the Jogorku Kenesh

According to the president, the low voter turnout in the parliamentary elections remains one of the most pressing issues. He noted that changes in electoral legislation over the past few years, the absence of administrative pressure, and the lack of involvement of doctors and teachers in campaigning did not lead to the expected results.

In Tash-Kumyr, fish farms illegally occupied land plots

The State Committee for National Security initiated an inspection of fish farms in Tash-Kumyr, conducted by the Land and Water Supervision Service. This was reported by the Ministry of Water Resources and Agriculture. During the inspection, it was established that out of the seven fish farms examined, five were found to be in violation of the legislation. It was noted that some of them had unlawfully occupied land plots and used them for purposes not intended, which contradicts the established

"If 2% of the taxes from the 'Solton-Sary' mine are being embezzled, then speak openly," the president addressed the residents of Naryn.

On December 26, during the People's Kurultai, President Sadyr Japarov responded to a question from a delegate from the Naryn region regarding the distribution of income from the Solton-Sary gold deposit. The delegate proposed to allocate 2% of the taxes paid by companies involved in the development of the deposit to the local budget.

"Gazprom Increased Gas Supplies to Kyrgyzstan by 20 Percent in 2025"

The head of Gazprom, Alexey Miller, announced the company's plans to increase gas supplies to Kyrgyzstan by 20 percent by 2025. This statement was made at a meeting dedicated to the preliminary results of the company's operations. Miller noted that this year there has been a 20 percent increase in gas supplies from Russia to Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, and Kyrgyzstan. In particular, with Kazakhstan, Gazprom is exploring opportunities for deepening cooperation.

A sports complex was built in the village of Ken-Aral for 59 million soms

In the village of Ken-Aral, the opening of a new sports complex took place. This facility, located in the Birimdik rural district of the Bakai-Ata region, was built using funds from the republican budget. Construction work began in 2023.

About 500 children in Kyrgyzstan attend kindergartens with vouchers

According to information provided by the automated platform, more than 1,200 citizens of Kyrgyzstan have applied for vouchers for preschool education. Of these, only 571 applications were approved, and as a result, 475 children are already attending kindergartens thanks to the vouchers. A total of 258 educational institutions are participating in the testing of this mechanism. The government plans to issue 1,000 vouchers across the country, with a particular focus on children from socially

UNESCO Recognizes French Electronic Music as Cultural Heritage

French electronic music has now been officially recognized as an intangible cultural heritage by UNESCO, highlighting its significance for the artistic identity of the country, reports the music magazine Billboard. This initiative underscores the importance of the genre, which is valued by legends such as Jean-Michel Jarre, the creator of the iconic album Oxygene.

The President explained why it is impossible to return Jeruy and revealed corruption schemes at Kumtor.

- On December 26, at the IV People's Kurultai, President Sadyr Japarov commented on the proposal from a delegate from Bishkek regarding the return of the Jeruy gold deposit. The head of state noted that the process of returning Jeruy cannot be similar to what happened with Kumtor and explained his position.

In the Jalal-Abad region, the forestry enterprise was fined for violating forest legislation.

The inspection of the Kar-Alma–Urumbash forestry was carried out by inspectors from the Jalal-Abad Regional Office of the Ecological and Technical Supervision Service. According to information provided by the Ecological and Technical Supervision Service, violations were identified during the inspection concerning Articles 434 (Failure to comply with the procedure for executing orders, directives, or requirements of the authorized body) and 240 (Violation of forest legislation norms) of the Code

In Jalal-Abad, over 1000 police officers have switched to an enhanced service mode.

In connection with the upcoming New Year holidays, more than 1,000 police officers and staff from the Road Traffic Safety Department (UTSD) in the Jalal-Abad region have switched to an enhanced work mode. According to information from the regional Internal Affairs Directorate, raids are being conducted in the area starting from December 23, with the aim of ensuring public safety. "In the first three days, 1,289 violations of traffic rules were recorded. Of these, 301 cases were for

Violations of the Law Identified in the Fish Farms of Tash-Kumyr

During the inspection, it was found that some fishing enterprises had illegally seized land plots and used them for purposes other than intended, which contradicts the established requirements for land categories. These facts became the basis for transferring the materials to law enforcement agencies for further consideration. The aim of the conducted activities is to ensure the legal use of land and water resources, as well as to prevent similar violations in the future.

New Year Spirit in Transportation: How Drivers in Bishkek Decorate Buses

Every year for the New Year, the municipal enterprise "Bishkek City Transport" organizes a competition for the best decoration of bus interiors. This became known from the municipal enterprise 24.kg. In this event, buses from various routes participate, and drivers, showing creativity and attention to detail, decorate their interiors in anticipation of the holiday.

Zhapаров asked to wait on the construction of cultural houses in the villages

On December 26, at the IV People's Kurultai, President Sadyr Japarov addressed the delegates who expressed the need for the construction of cultural houses in rural areas. He suggested temporarily suspending these projects, pointing out that many existing facilities are not functioning and are simply vacant. Japarov emphasized that maintaining such institutions requires significant resources. As an illustration, he mentioned the cultural house in his native village.

In Bishkek, a competition was held for "Best Grandfather" and "Best Grandmother"

At the city House of Culture "Dialog" in Bishkek, the contest "Best Grandfather" and "Best Grandmother" took place. According to the press service of the mayor's office, ten contestants participated in the event: five grandmothers and five grandfathers. The participants presented their embroidered items, creations of folk crafts, and panels with Kyrgyz patterns, showcasing the richness of cultural heritage and the connection between generations. They also

Sadyr Japarov: "Pre-trial detention is not a resort"

During the People's Kurultai, Aysalkyn Karabaeva, representing Osh, expressed concern about the conditions in which prisoners are held in pre-trial detention centers. She noted that the use of electric stoves for cooking in detention centers is prohibited, which causes dissatisfaction among the detainees.

Irina Grishechkina: Bishkek Lacks Kindergartens, Schools, and Hospitals

The public hearings in Bishkek have concluded, where the main parameters of the new General Plan for the city's development until 2050 were discussed. This project sparked active discussion among residents.

The Bishkek City Hall invites you to a festive musical evening under the open sky

The Bishkek City Hall invites all residents and guests of the city to an exciting musical evening under the open sky. Tomorrow, December 26, at 7:00 PM, the "Kyrgyz-Ruhu" pop-folk ensemble will perform at Ala-Too Square. This event is organized with the support of the Culture Department of the Bishkek City Hall.

Traffic of heavy vehicles is temporarily restricted on Too-Ashuu due to snowfall

Starting from December 24 at 1:00 PM, temporary restrictions have been imposed on the movement of heavy trucks at the Too-Ashuu pass. This information was provided by the Ministry of Transport and Communications. According to the ministry, the restrictions affect the route from the "Sosnovka" post due to ongoing snowfall. Specialists from road maintenance enterprise No. 9 are working in this area, clearing the road and spreading inert materials on the roadway.

The 14th meeting of the Council for Trade Facilitation took place in Bishkek.

The 14th meeting of the Council for Simplifying Trade Procedures (CSTP) was held in Bishkek, as reported by the Ministry of Economy and Commerce of the Kyrgyz Republic. The event gathered representatives from government structures, the business community, and international partners involved in development.