According to IQAir data, as of 5:00 PM on December 23, 2025, the air quality level in Bishkek is 234 AQI. This value is considered critically unhealthy.
According to IQAir data, as of December 24, 2025, at 5:00 PM, the air quality level in Bishkek was recorded at 163 AQI. This index indicates an unhealthy atmosphere.
The deputies of the Kara-Kul City Council discussed important issues at the session on December 25. During the session, Deputy Mayor Manas Abdykalykov and Council Chairman Chyngyz Kimsanov acknowledged the contributions of citizens by presenting the badge "Mykty Insan" to the chairman of the trade union organization of the Toktogul Hydroelectric Cascade, Talaybek Mamyrbekov, and a Certificate of Honor to the leading specialist of the Population Service Center, Ulkar Dalbaeva.
On December 23, a tragedy occurred in Bishkek related to a divorce that ended in murder. In the evening, around 9:00 PM, a 47-year-old woman living in the capital was killed on her birthday. Her ex-husband, U.B.M., born in 1977, was detained as a suspect. According to information provided by the press service of the Bishkek City Police Department, the divorce took place just a few hours before the incident. After the marriage was dissolved, a conflict arose between the spouses in their
According to information received by the editorial office of "AKIpress Summary" from the press service of the Lenin District Department of Internal Affairs, a preliminary investigation began on December 23 in connection with a statement made by the deputy of the Bishkek City Council, Kazybek Ergeshov. At one of the city council meetings, he reported instances of hazing at the municipal institution "Center for Children in Difficult Life Situations 'Akniyet'."
According to Variety, the series 'Stranger Things' has become the most-watched project in Netflix history. Before the release of the final episodes, the total number of views has already exceeded 1.2 billion.
According to information provided by the press service of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB), a case of large-scale fraud involving a citizen of the Kyrgyz Republic has come to light. He used his fictitious connections with the GKNB to engage in illegal activities. Investigative authorities have established that the president of the Kyrgyz Kok-Boru Federation, known as "J.R.M.", fraudulently obtained 390 thousand US dollars from the head of one of the companies,
Specialists from the Republican Center for Health Promotion and Mass Communication shared recommendations on how to celebrate the New Year while avoiding injuries and visits to doctors. Road safety. Given the high traffic congestion and the risk of collisions with drivers under the influence of alcohol, it is advisable to leave early to avoid rushing.
At the People's Kurultai, a delegate from Osh, Aysalkyn Karabaeva, expressed concern about human rights violations in the country, noting that laws are applied selectively: some citizens are protected, while others are not. She emphasized that the conditions in the pre-trial detention center (SIZO-1), where suspects and defendants are held, are terrible.
Musabay Momunaliev, a delegate of the People's Kurultai, proposed to initiate a ban on the sale of alcoholic beverages in Kyrgyzstan. He noted that the president raised issues related to violence and road accidents.
On December 23, at the opening ceremony of the recreation area "Kyzyl-Beles," the Chairman of the State National Security Committee, Kamchybek Tashiev, delivered an important address to representatives of national security and law enforcement agencies. In his speech, he emphasized the need for an objective approach and the inadmissibility of making unfounded decisions that could negatively impact the fates of innocent people.
The Ministry of Nature commented on a statement made by a deputy, claiming that there is continuous burning at the landfill in the village of Belovodskoye in the Moscow District of the Chui Region. The press service of the ministry reported that no fires have been detected at this landfill so far.
On December 25, a ceremony took place where Kamchybek Tashiev, acting head of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB), handed over the keys to apartments for athletes. During the event, documents for housing were transferred:
The press service of UPSM presented video recordings that tell the stories of two drivers who became suspects in fatal pedestrian accidents. The first driver shared his story, stating that on November 13, around 11:00 PM, he was driving his car on Lev Tolstoy Street. Due to insufficient lighting in the area of the "Monolith" construction complex, he did not notice a pedestrian and hit him.
The Alamedin District Court made a decision regarding the case of the former Minister of Science and Higher Education Baktyar Saipidinovich Orozov, as reported on December 23 by the press secretary of the Chui Regional Court, Tilek Otorov. The court found him guilty under Article 193 of the Code of Administrative Offenses of the Kyrgyz Republic, which pertains to operating vehicles while intoxicated, as well as transferring control to individuals under the influence of alcohol or those without
The head of the Ministry of Internal Affairs, Ulan Niyazbekov, stated on December 25 at the IV People's Kurultai about the principled position of the department regarding offenses committed by its employees. He emphasized that the law must be observed by everyone, without exception.
At the friendly tournament in Yerevan, the Kyrgyzstan national futsal team took third place. This became known thanks to a message from the association that covers events in this discipline through social media. The first game against the national team of Georgia, scheduled for December 21, did not take place as the team from Kyrgyzstan was unable to arrive in time for the match. Initially, it was reported that the meeting would be postponed, but ultimately the match did not occur, and
The Main Directorate for Criminal Investigation (GUBOP) of the Ministry of Internal Affairs reports an increasing number of scammers who send messages on behalf of the president in messengers and social networks, offering to click on a suspicious link. In an official statement, it is clarified that "government agencies and the president of the Kyrgyz Republic do not provide monetary 'grants' or 'gifts' through internet resources, messengers, or social networks."
Law enforcement officials identified and brought to the Main Internal Affairs Directorate of Bishkek a Russian citizen, M. E., born in 1999. The reason for her detention was a video posted on social media in which she conducted an interview with a citizen of Kyrgyzstan. According to the press service of the capital's Internal Affairs Directorate, during the conversation, the Kyrgyz citizen made a number of statements that caused public discontent.
In the new issue of the "Our People Abroad" column, we will tell you about Gulzhigit Piriev, who works as a taxi driver in Moscow. Gulzhigit was born in 1995 in the village of Belovodskoye, located in the Moscow district of the Chui region.
At the conclusion of the Kyrgyzstan Championship in freestyle wrestling, Kamchybek Tashiev, head of the State National Security Committee, presented awards to outstanding athletes who achieved significant success in their disciplines. This was reported by the Wrestling Federation of the Kyrgyz Republic. The awards ceremony took place as part of the final stage of the national championship.
Throughout the second day of the Kyrgyzstan Championship in freestyle wrestling in Bishkek, the winners and prize-winners were determined. On December 25, the last five sets of medals were contested.
As part of the EPS program, two stages of testing for knowledge of the Korean language were conducted. Out of 1,350 exam participants, 339 successfully passed, and labor contracts were signed with 225 candidates. As a result, 232 citizens of Kyrgyzstan went to work, including 30 women. The employed Kyrgyz citizens are engaged in enterprises across various sectors, including food, chemical, and paper industries, as well as in factories producing plastic, rubber, and glass products. The average
From December 29 to 31, deputies will hold meetings with voters in their regions. This decision was made at the plenary session on December 25. From January 1 to 12, holidays have been declared, after which parliamentarians will return to work on January 12.
- During the IV People's Kurultai, delegate Dolos Muratov, representing Bishkek, voiced an initiative to activate the mining and industrial sectors to improve healthcare. He stated: “We need to create modern medical centers for neurosurgery, cardio-stroke, rehabilitation, and ophthalmology in Bishkek and across all seven regions. As for funding, we must control the gold mining deposits in our territory ourselves. For example, if we return the Jeruy deposit to the state, as was done with
On December 26, precipitation in the form of rain is possible in Kyrgyzstan, which may change to snow. In the capital, Bishkek, the temperature will drop to −2 degrees at night and rise to +5 during the day.
The Ministry of Health has initiated preventive vaccination for citizens planning to perform Hajj in Mecca in 2026. This measure is aimed at maintaining sanitary and epidemiological safety and preventing the spread of infections, as reported by the ministry's press service. According to the new order, vaccination against meningococcal infection and seasonal flu will be mandatory for all pilgrims.
At the meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, the Minister of Science, Higher Education, and Innovations announced plans to revise the contract policy in higher educational institutions. This decision was a result of concerns expressed by the deputies. Ulukbek Karybek uulu, one of the deputies, noted that despite the high cost of education, the quality of education leaves much to be desired. He asked Gulzat Isamatova what measures would be taken to address this issue.
On December 25, six outstanding athletes from Kyrgyzstan were awarded apartments. The award ceremony took place on the day of the conclusion of the national championship in freestyle wrestling.
Vera Alentova, the star of the cult film "Moscow Does Not Believe in Tears," has passed away. She felt unwell at the moment of farewell to actor Anatoly Lobotsky, which led to her urgent hospitalization, as reported by News.ru.
Even bacteria are susceptible to deception. Scientists have noticed that fakes spread not only among animals but also in the micro-world. Sometimes, lies are compared to a virus that can infect the collective consciousness.
According to the prosecutor, as a result of the operations, 115 people were detained, but the search for another 22 suspects is ongoing. The prosecutor's office reported that the detainees had maintained contact with ISIS militants outside of Turkey. These events occurred two days after Turkish intelligence services conducted a raid against ISIS on the border with Afghanistan and Pakistan. One of the detained Turkish citizens is believed to have held a high position in the ISIS unit
According to the press service of the Bishkek City Police, a call was received at "102" reporting that a driver of a Subaru, allegedly under the influence of alcohol, crashed into a Hyundai Sonata and then fled the scene of the accident. According to law enforcement data, inspectors promptly detained the violator.
The non-profit institution KEU named after Musa Ryskulbekov published an obituary mourning the loss of Zhibek U., who was killed on December 23. “With great sorrow, we learned of the tragic death of Zhibek U. - the mother of three children, a lecturer at the KEU named after Musa Ryskulbekov, who passed away on her birthday,” the statement reads.
At the IV People's Kurultai, delegate Tyntchybek Jumagulov, representing the Kochkor district, proposed the initiative to open a hemodialysis center in his region. He noted that the lack of such a medical institution forces patients to frequently travel to other cities and districts to receive the necessary procedure. This leads to significant expenses and creates serious moral and physical difficulties for both the patients and their families.
At the recent People's Kurultai in Bishkek, delegate Aysalkyn Karabaeva raised an important issue regarding the observance of human rights in prisons and appealed to the president to take necessary measures. She pointed out instances of cruel treatment and torture occurring in correctional facilities. According to her, inmates suffering from illnesses often face denial of access to water and medication, citing "internal rules" of the institutions despite their severe conditions.
During the IV People's Kurultai, delegate Zalkarbek Makambaev from the Suzak district expressed regret that the youth are learning about the world around them using the language of a neighboring nation. According to him, the village of Kara-Darya, located on the border with Uzbekistan, does not have access to national television channels. This leads to the younger generation being forced to learn a language that is not their native one, which causes great concern among the residents. “Due
The export of sewing products to Russia has become a serious challenge for Kyrgyz producers. The lack of necessary documents and alternative sales channels has made even stable companies vulnerable. Over the past four months, more than 2000 sewing workshops have closed, leaving many people without jobs. To resume their activities, enterprises have begun transitioning to a "white" business model with full documentation. Currently, producers are accepting these conditions and actively
Maria Pukhova, representing the interests of Larisa Dolina, denied the allegations that the singer allegedly asked the buyer for permission to stay for an extended period in the purchased apartment in Khamovniki. This information was previously stated by the buyer's lawyer, Polina Lurye. According to Pukhova, Dolina planned to leave the apartment before the end of the New Year holidays. “This is the first time I’m hearing about this... Yesterday we indeed sent a draft settlement agreement,
The Vice Mayor of Bishkek, Azamat Kadyrov, reported that the new General Plan until 2050 includes the development of communal systems, including sewage, although some details remain classified. We cannot provide detailed information.
The public hearings on the general plan of Bishkek, designed until 2050, have concluded. This was reported by the city administration. For two days, representatives of the city administration and developers from the Scientific Research Institute of Prospective Urban Development in St. Petersburg presented the main provisions of the document and answered questions from the participants of the hearings.
According to eyewitness reports, on December 25, a traffic accident occurred at the intersection of Mederova and Baytik Baatyr streets. The information was provided by Kaktus.media. At the scene of the incident, employees of the Bishkek Traffic Police are working to regulate traffic. Preliminary data indicates that three vehicles were involved in the accident.
The Ministry of Health of the Kyrgyz Republic has initiated a vaccination program for citizens planning to perform Hajj in 2026. This was reported by the ministry's press service. According to the new decree, pilgrims will be provided with mandatory vaccination against meningococcal infection as well as seasonal influenza. These measures comply with international standards and are a necessary condition for participation in Hajj.
From December 29 to 31, deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh will meet with voters in various regions. This decision was announced at a parliamentary meeting held on December 25. The parliament adopted the corresponding resolution.
According to the Ministry of Labor of the Kyrgyz Republic, in 2025, 4,315 citizens of the country sought employment consultation in Korea through the EPS program. As noted by the ministry, this program is implemented under a memorandum with the Ministry of Employment and Labor of the Republic of Korea, allowing Kyrgyz citizens to obtain work permits in this country.
The Ministry of Health of the Kyrgyz Republic commented on the situation with large queues at the Family Medicine Centers (FMC) for obtaining medical certificates of form 083, which are necessary for obtaining or replacing driver's licenses. The agency urged citizens to understand the temporary difficulties faced by medical institutions. According to information from the heads of the FMC, there has been a sharp increase in the number of requests for medical certificates of this format in
The labor force in the country as of October 1, 2025, was 2.861 million people, of which 2.756 million were employed, while 104.7 thousand remained unemployed. The overall unemployment rate at that time was 3.7%. According to the Ministry of Labor of Kyrgyzstan, as of December 1, 2025, the official unemployment rate was 1.4%. There were 58,565 unemployed individuals registered with employment services, which is 21.5% less than last year. Of these, 39,841 people were officially registered as
Tynychbek Saidov, the director of the State Center for Vehicle Registration and Driver Licensing of the Kyrgyz Republic, urged drivers not to delay exchanging their indefinite driver’s licenses. He explained that currently, old-style licenses are issued during the exchange, but updated documents will be available starting in 2026. "Although there is no deadline for the exchange, it is better not to postpone. According to the Vienna Convention, licenses are valid for 10 years," Saidov
