A truck skidded on a slippery road in the Chychkan Gorge — it ended up in the opposite lane and an accident occurred

A collision occurred on the Bishkek–Osh highway between a freight vehicle and a passenger car, resulting in two women sustaining injuries and seeking medical assistance. According to witnesses of the accident, the incident happened on December 21 in the Chychkan gorge. The freight truck lost control on the slippery road, veered into the oncoming lane, and collided with the passenger car. This information was confirmed by representatives of the Traffic Safety Department for the Jalal-Abad

Police officers wanted to attend the Jay Sean concert in Bishkek without tickets.

A scuffle occurred at the entrance due to the lack of tickets It became known that a group of police officers attempted to enter the Jay Sean concert in Bishkek without tickets, as evidenced by a video posted on social media.

In Bishkek, 11 bus routes have been partially changed

Adjustments in traffic are related to the new section of Chuy Avenue In Bishkek, the routes of 11 city buses have been changed in light of the opening of a new section of Chuy Avenue. The information was provided by the city administration.

A kindergarten caught fire in the Sokuluk district

Evacuation of educators and children from the kindergarten A fire occurred in a kindergarten in the village of Tort-Kul, Sokuluk district. This was reported by the Ministry of Emergency Situations.

A man came to Toktogul to collect a banned plant — he was detained

A citizen with narcotic substances was detained in Toktogul. According to information from the press service of the Internal Affairs Department of the Jalal-Abad region, employees of the drug trafficking department of the Toktogul district police received information that a certain citizen was engaged in the collection of wild-growing narcotics.

What does the name Panfilov mean for Kyrgyzstanis?

An event dedicated to the 84th anniversary of the Battle of Moscow took place in Bishkek, where participants laid flowers at the monument to Hero of the Soviet Union, Major General Ivan Panfilov. Veterans, representatives of the National Guard, clergy, and public organizations participated in this important event.

Be Vigilant! Scammers are Sending Messages on Behalf of the Tax Authorities of Kyrgyzstan

In Kyrgyzstan, over 2 million tons of fuel have been marked.

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In the suburbs of Balıkçı, 60 hunters gathered — their prey became 2 predators

In the area of Balykchy and neighboring villages, an action was organized for the culling of predators. On December 21, the Balykchy City Department of Internal Affairs, in collaboration with the hunting society of the Issyk-Kul region, conducted an event to cull wolves and jackals that pose a danger to livestock. The hunting took place in the forests near the village of Ak-Ölön [Ak-Olon].

Askat Subanbekov presented the family comedy "Womanizer and Henpecked Husband"

The plot centers around two old friends who have chosen different paths in life. Aibek steadfastly adheres to a bachelor lifestyle, placing independence first. In contrast, Mirlan is fully immersed in family responsibilities and considers his wife's opinions when making decisions. Their meeting becomes the starting point for the clash of two opposing worldviews, leading to numerous comedic situations.

At the fair in Bishkek, you can buy products to fight colds

To maintain health and a balanced diet, it is necessary to include foods of all colors in your diet, which is especially important during the autumn-winter period when the body lacks sunlight. For this reason, the Ministry of Agriculture of Kyrgyzstan and the Bishkek city administration organized a traditional weekend market in the square in front of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, where residents can stock up on healthy products such as dried fruits, nuts, jams, and fresh sea buckthorn

In the city of Osh, the first liver transplant operation was performed.

In the southern part of Kyrgyzstan, the first liver transplant operation in history was performed at the Osh State University clinic. According to the university, the patient was 50-year-old Burulkan Kurbanalieva, who had suffered from liver disease for eight years. The donor for the operation was her 25-year-old son. Currently, both the mother and the donor are in stable condition and are under the supervision of medical professionals.

Cosmetics from Kyrgyzstan are becoming increasingly popular abroad

The main export destinations have become Russia and Uzbekistan Cosmetic products from Kyrgyzstan are gaining popularity on the international stage. From January to October of this year, approximately 2,200 tons of these products were exported, which significantly exceeds nearly 930 tons for the same period in 2024.

Kazakhstani banks have tightened control over operations of Russians

According to a report by Ulysmedia.kz, Kazakhstani banks have begun to implement stricter controls over the financial operations of Russians after Russia was placed on the EU blacklist. Additional checks, according to Deutsche Welle, are a result of Russia now being included in the list of countries with a high risk of money laundering.

One of the acting akims of the Chui region has been detained

The official is suspected of illegally issuing licenses for resource extraction In the Chui region, the akim of the Chui district, T.R.T., was detained, according to information provided by the press service of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB).

"Altyn Alliance Congratulates the Energy Workers of Kyrgyzstan on Their Professional Holiday"

The company «Alliance Altyn» congratulated the energy workers of Kyrgyzstan on their professional holiday: We congratulate all specialists in the energy sector on your holiday!

"Up to 10,000 heads of cattle per day, what money is circulating..." — the state of the livestock market in Tokmok has sparked discussion on social media

There is an active discussion on social media regarding a video demonstrating the condition of the livestock market in Tokmok, Chui region. The recording was made on December 21. The author noted that after the snow melted, the market area was covered in mud, which creates serious inconveniences for all participants in the trade.

In Bishkek, Drunk Police Officers Tried to Enter the Jay Sean Concert. Video

The incident occurred in Bishkek when two intoxicated police officers attempted to enter a Jay Sean concert. According to information provided by Kaktus.media, they were detained by law enforcement officers. According to data from the Bishkek City Police Department, the incident took place on December 20 at 19:20 during public order maintenance at the "Zhashtyk" small arena, where the concert of the famous performer was held.

In the Sokuluk District, low-quality coal was delivered for the children's boarding school.

Representatives of the presidential envoy in the Chui region visited a special boarding school for children with mental development delays, located in the village of Nizhne-Chuyskoye in the Sokuluk district. According to information obtained during the working trip, it was established that the coal supplied to the educational institution does not meet the necessary quality standards. This fact was revealed during an inspection of the conditions in which students are educated and live.

Ukrainian Drones Attacked Docks and Vessels in a Major Oil Port of Krasnodar Krai, Russia - Local Authorities

As a result of this incident, two berths and two vessels were damaged. The crews of the vessels were evacuated, and according to the operational headquarters, there were no casualties among them or onshore. The fires at the berths covered areas from 1 to 1.5 thousand square meters. Currently, active firefighting efforts are ongoing, with emergency services working at the scene, as reported by official sources.

Bekzhigit Uulu Won His Debut Fight in Professional Boxing

In Almaty, on December 20, a professional boxing evening took place, where Kyrgyzstani boxer Omurbek Bekzhigit Uulu had his first fight at the professional level. His opponent was Kazakh Asago Burgalov.

The tax service reported an increase in cases of fraud

The Tax Service of the Kyrgyz Republic warns about the increased number of fraudulent activities. Malefactors, posing as employees or management of the State Tax Service, send messages in messengers requesting money transfers.

Vladimir Putin at the EAEU Summit: The Champion of GDP Growth Among Us is Kyrgyzstan

During the EAEU summit taking place in St. Petersburg, Russian President Vladimir Putin noted that the economies of the member countries are demonstrating positive results. He emphasized that Kyrgyzstan has become a leader in GDP growth, which reached over 10% in 2025. Putin mentioned that this year, the economies of the EAEU countries are showing a confident positive trend. According to him, the total volume of agricultural production has increased by more than 2%, retail trade by 3%, and

In Balıkçı, the construction of a plant quarantine laboratory will cost $350,000

In order to ensure phytosanitary safety in the Issyk-Kul region, the Department of Chemicalization, Plant Protection, and Quarantine under the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry, with the support of the Islamic Development Bank, is starting the construction of a plant quarantine laboratory in Balykchy. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Water Resources and Agriculture. According to the department's information, the total cost of the

In Kyrgyzstan, 796 villages have been provided with drinking water in 11 months

The Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry of Kyrgyzstan summarized the results of its work over the past 11 months in the field of irrigation and providing the population with clean water. During this period, 5.6 billion cubic meters of water were used in the country. More than 77 thousand farmers and 404 legal entities were provided with irrigation water, and over 2.8 million hectares of agricultural land were irrigated. Here are the main achievements: - 10

An IK-16 Employee Conquered the Teacher's Peak

On December 22, the press service of the State Penitentiary Service reported that Zhanibek uulu Toktorbay, a sergeant of the internal service and a controller of the regime and supervision department of correctional institution No. 16, successfully conquered Mount Uchitel. This peak is located at an altitude of 4500 meters above sea level.

In Kyrgyzstan, 5.6 billion cubic meters of water used: Ministry of Agriculture summarizes 11 months of irrigation and providing the population with clean water

In Kyrgyzstan, the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry has summarized the results of its work over 11 months in the areas of irrigation and providing the population with quality water. According to the Ministry of Agriculture, during this period, 5.6 billion cubic meters of water were consumed. The irrigation system covers 404 legal entities and more than 77,000 farmers, with over 2.8 million hectares of land irrigated.

It became known who will build the new market in the 9th microdistrict

The city administration reported that the construction of the new CITY Market in the 9th microdistrict is being handled by the company "Ak Ordo Bulak". As part of the public-private partnership (PPP) project, a competition was held in which the company presented the most justified and comprehensive proposal for the implementation of this project.

Kyrgyzstan and Turkey Discussed Cooperation in the Field of Cinematography

As part of the forum dedicated to countering disinformation among the member states of the Organization of Turkic States, Marat Tagaev, Deputy Minister of Culture, Information, and Youth Policy of Kyrgyzstan, held a meeting with Birol Güven, General Director of the Department of Cinematography of the Ministry of Culture and Tourism of Turkey. During the conversation, the possibilities for cooperation in the field of cinematography were discussed. The participants exchanged ideas about the

Folk Legends: How the Village of Ken-Bulun Was Formed — From the First Settlers to the Present Day

The village of Ken-Bulun, located in the Issyk-Ata district of the Chui region, is a multinational settlement where representatives of various nationalities reside. The history of this village was highlighted by the head of Library No. 10, Nurzhan Savatbek kyzy, in a conversation with a Turmush correspondent. According to her, the data was collected by local resident Rashid Madintsev. The village was founded in 1921, when its population consisted of Kyrgyz, Dungans, Russians, Uighurs, and other

Skiers and snowboarders from 20 countries will compete in a freeride tournament at "Ala-Too Resort"

From January 15 to 17, 2026, an international freeride tournament will be held at the "Ala-Too Resort," organized by the State Enterprise "Ala-Too Resort" in collaboration with both local and foreign partners. This information was announced by the press service of the institution. On the preparatory day, January 15, training sessions and workshops focused on slope safety are scheduled at the Karakol ski base. The main competitions will take place on January 16 at the

In Kyrgyzstan, 550 km of canals were repaired and 10 reservoirs were commissioned in a year

In the course of 11 months of the current year, Kyrgyzstan used 5.6 billion cubic meters of water for irrigation and providing the population with clean water, according to information provided by the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry. According to the agency, irrigation was provided to 404 legal entities and over 77 thousand farmers, allowing the irrigation of more than 2.8 million hectares of agricultural land. Summary:

In Kemin, a suspect in a fraud case involving 460,000 soms has been detained

In the Kemin district, law enforcement officers detained a man suspected of fraud amounting to 460,000 soms. According to the Main Department of Internal Affairs of the Chui region, he managed to deceitfully acquire the specified amount by promising to deliver a Chinese-made car.

They Want to Open Another Checkpoint on the Border of Kyrgyzstan and Kazakhstan

In the Sokuluk district of the Chui region, work will begin on the restoration of the checkpoint "Kamyshanovka," which was closed about 15 years ago. This information became known during the visit of the presidential envoy to the Chui region to the territory of the previously closed checkpoint "Kamyshanovka," the reason for its closure being the poor condition of the infrastructure.

Be vigilant! Scammers are sending messages on behalf of GNS employees

The State Tax Service warns about an increase in cases of fraud. Fraudsters are sending messages on behalf of STS employees, demanding money transfers. The STS emphasizes that they never require tax payments through messengers or social networks.

Kyrgyzstan and Hungary Oppose Escalation of the Conflict in Ukraine

Budapest is also ready to invest up to 45 million dollars in Bishkek At a meeting in Budapest, the First Deputy Prime Minister of Kyrgyzstan Daniyar Amangeldiev and Hungarian Foreign Minister Peter Szijjarto discussed the common position of the two countries regarding the conflict in Ukraine. They emphasized the need to seek peaceful ways to resolve it and to counter any attempts to escalate the situation.

USA recalls ambassadors from 29 countries, - Associated Press

It has been reported that notifications of the termination of powers were handed to the heads of diplomatic missions last week, and they will expire in January 2026. All recalled diplomats held their positions during Joe Biden's presidency. Although they will leave their current posts, they will be offered to return to Washington for appointments to other positions if they wish, officials said.

The Ministry of Health of the Kyrgyz Republic releases 20 hospitals into "free navigation"

Financial autonomy will open new opportunities for medical services

In Russia, Housing Confiscated for the First Time Due to Fake Registration of Migrants

The defendant, a native of Tajikistan, was found guilty of facilitating the registration of his compatriots.

UN: About 2,000 ISIS-Khorasan militants are operating in Afghanistan, recruiting children

According to information from the UN Security Council, there are about 2,000 militants of the ISIS-Khorasan ("Wilayat Khorasan") group operating in Afghanistan. This group is actively recruiting children under the age of 14, including training them to carry out terrorist attacks using suicide bombers. According to a UN report, most of the commanders in ISIS-Khorasan are Afghan Pashtuns, while many of the rank-and-file militants are from Central Asia. The document indicates that the

In the mountains of the Toktogul district, 26 people and over 7,700 head of livestock have been left without food and fodder.

In the southwestern part of the rural district of Toluk in the Toktogul region, a critical situation has developed in the winter pastures due to heavy snowfall. People who remained in the winter pastures have appealed for help to local authorities and the civil protection service.

Territorial Reform in the Kyrgyz Republic: Why the Consolidation of Villages Did Not Solve Old Problems

The administrative-territorial reform implemented in Kyrgyzstan over the past two years has led to a reduction in the number of rural districts from 452 to 231. However, experts from the Hanns Seidel Foundation, which actively supports local self-governance in the country, emphasize in their new report the presence of serious issues: there are no clear criteria for consolidation, a personnel crisis is observed, and there is a formal transfer of powers for managing pastures. Additional

Fire at a kindergarten near Bishkek: 30 people evacuated

This morning, around 8:00, an incident involving a fire occurred at a local kindergarten in the village of Tort-Kul, located in the Sokuluk district. According to information provided by the Ministry of Emergency Situations, three fire crews were dispatched to the scene. For safety reasons, 30 people were evacuated; however, preliminary information indicates that no one was injured.

Abused official position. Head of Chui District detained

On December 16, employees of the State Committee for National Security of the Kyrgyz Republic detained the akim of Chui district of Chui region, known as T.R.T., as part of an investigation into a criminal case related to the illegal issuance of certificates for the extraction of sand and gravel mixtures. It turned out that T.R.T., violating the government decree of the Kyrgyz Republic No. 43 dated February 5, 2019, which allows the issuance of a license for the extraction of sand and gravel

"Perinatal screening will help prevent congenital defects and reduce severe forms by 15%," - doctor

The Director of the National Center for the Protection of Motherhood and Childhood, Shaiyrbek Sulaymanov, stated on the air of the radio station "Birinchi Radio" that the implementation of perinatal screening in the republic could significantly reduce cases of severe congenital defects by 15%. He noted that currently about 18,000 children with disabilities are receiving state benefits.

Gold and silver prices hit new highs

The February futures for gold reached a new high, increasing by 1.1% to $4,435.6 per troy ounce. At the same time, the March 2026 silver futures rose by 2.55%, reaching $69,210 per troy ounce. At the opening of trading, silver climbed to $69,525, marking a new all-time high, according to data from the New York Comex exchange. The price of the January platinum futures also showed an increase, rising by 4.16% compared to the previous session, and reached $2,102.6 per troy ounce, which is the

Exchange Rates in Commercial Banks on December 22: The Ruble is Falling Again

The National Bank of Kyrgyzstan has presented the current exchange rates for December 22: The US dollar remains at 87.45 soms, indicating its stability, while other currencies, such as the euro and the ruble, have depreciated against the som. A similar situation is observed in commercial banks: the dollar's value remains unchanged, while the euro and the ruble have lost value over the weekend.

In Uzgen, 7 citizens were fined for violating hunting regulations

In the Osh region, another raid took place aimed at monitoring compliance with hunting regulations. The relevant information was provided by the Osh regional office of the Environmental and Technical Supervision Service. On December 20, employees of the Environmental and Technical Supervision Service of the region, together with rangers from the Biodiversity Department and representatives of the "Bars-2" group of the "NABU" organization, conducted an inspection in the