The People's Poet of Kyrgyzstan, Kozhogeldi Kultegin, Awarded a High Honor in the Osh Region

Kozhogeldi Kultegin has been awarded the title of Honorary Citizen of the Osh Region, as reported by the press service of the presidential representative office in the region. It is noted that this title was awarded in recognition of his contribution to the socio-economic and cultural development of the Osh Region, as well as for his many years of successful activity as a playwright and translator.

The driver who drifted on the streets of Bishkek was fined 15,000 soms

In connection with the video posted on social media, the press service of the Bishkek Traffic Police reported that a protocol was drawn up against the driver who was drifting. He was fined 15,000 soms, and his car was sent to the impound lot. The agency noted: “Some may argue that the driver was behaving harmlessly in a sparsely populated area. However, it should not be forgotten that roads and vehicles are potentially dangerous objects. Even in the absence of other road users, an unexpected

In Osh, the new head of the State Committee for National Security, Salmoor Jumabekov, was introduced to the law enforcement agencies and local authorities.

On December 4, a new head of the main department of the State National Security Committee (GKNB) for the Osh region, Salmoorbek Jumabekov Sabyrbekovich, was appointed in the city of Osh. Representatives of law enforcement agencies, the city administration of Osh, heads of district administrations, mayors of cities, as well as rectors of higher educational institutions and employees of the presidential representative office in the Osh region were present at the event.

The "Asem" Household Combine in Karakol Returned to State Ownership

According to information from the State Committee for National Security of the Kyrgyz Republic, the utility plant "Asem," located in the center of Karakol, has been returned to the balance of the city administration. This became possible due to the establishment of the fact that in 1993 it was unlawfully sold by the State Property Fund without conducting an auction, which violates the Law "On the General Principles of Denationalization and Privatization in the Kyrgyz

The dollar is getting more expensive. Currency exchange rates in commercial banks on December 4.

The National Bank of the Kyrgyz Republic sets the following exchange rates as of December 4: The dollar is fixed at 87.45 soms, while other currencies continue to strengthen.

An earthquake was felt in Kyrgyzstan

On December 4 at 13:45 local time, Kyrgyzstan experienced an earthquake that was felt by some residents of the country. According to data from the European-Mediterranean Seismological Centre, the tremors were caused by an earthquake with a magnitude of 6.1 that occurred in southern Xinjiang, China.

Premier League: The limit on foreign players will be tightened in the new season

In the new football season of the Kyrgyzstan Premier League, changes are expected in the rules regarding foreign players, reports Sport АКИpress citing information from the KPL. In 2025, there was a limit that allowed teams to register "10 foreign players, of which 8 could take the field." However, in the new season, the rules are tightening: now "10 foreign players in the roster — 7 on the field." Additionally, there must be 4 players on the field with Kyrgyzstani

The Cabinet introduced a six-month ban on the export of coal by road transport.

The Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic has imposed a temporary ban on coal exports for a period of six months. The corresponding decree was signed by the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of the KR, Adylbek Kasymaliev. According to the government press service, this decision concerns coal classified under codes 2701 and 2702 of the EAEU Customs Nomenclature and prohibits its export from the country by road transport. Exceptions are the road checkpoints

Police have arrested all suspects in the Louvre robbery case

The French police have completed the operation to detain all those accused in the high-profile case of the Louvre robbery, as reported by Kazinform. According to the publication Bild, a total of four men aged between 34 and 39 have been arrested. The last suspect was caught a week ago in Laval, where he was detained at a construction site. He has been placed in solitary confinement, and his lawyers claim that "there is currently no evidence of his presence in the Louvre" and plan to

In the village of Atana, Jalal-Abad region, a cultural house has been renovated

In the Aksy district, in the village of Atana, the major renovation of the cultural center has been completed. According to the Ministry of Construction, 10 million soms were allocated from the republican budget for this purpose.

Vice Mayor: The Bishkek City Hall Will Not Cancel the Street Expansion in Chon-Aryk

At a meeting with residents held on December 4, Vice Mayor Azamat Kadyrov confirmed that the city administration will not abandon plans to expand Kozhobergenov Street. He noted that this street is a continuation of D. Sadyrbaev Street, leading to the village of Baytik and the Ala-Archa Natural Park. Kadyrov emphasized that according to the master plans developed from 1971 to the present, this street is designated as a major thoroughfare. He also proposed connecting it to the southern bypass

Residents of Almaty Felt an Earthquake

According to the European-Mediterranean Seismological Centre, this earthquake has a magnitude of 6.1 and occurred in southern Xinjiang, China. Residents of Almaty went out into the street at the moment of the earthquake // tengrinews

Presentation of the book on the history of Russia and Central Asia became a platform for discussions

At the event held at the Russian House in Bishkek, the book "Russia and Central Asia: History and Culture," published by Rossotrudnichestvo, was presented. Among the participants were prominent representatives of the academic community from Russia and Kyrgyzstan, including scholars, university and school teachers, as well as representatives of the Russian-Kyrgyz historical community and the media.

Kyrgyz fighter Abdurakhmanov won a luxury SUV L9

Abdurakhmanov, representing Kyrgyzstan, became the owner of a luxurious L9 SUV after winning a voting event organized among the audience.

Unknown individuals tied up a man and beat him. Video appeared on social media.

The video shows a man having his hands tied and being struck with a stick. Additionally, it has been recorded that a patrol car passed by without reacting to the incident.

The Foreign Ministry reported another traffic accident in Kazakhstan, where 2 Kyrgyz citizens were injured.

According to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic, another traffic accident occurred in Kazakhstan, resulting in injuries to two citizens of Kyrgyzstan. The accident happened on December 3, 2025, in the Karaganda region.

The Center for Kyrgyz Language and Manas Studies Opened at KRSU

On December 4, a new Center for the Kyrgyz Language and Manas Studies was opened at the Kyrgyz-Russian Slavic University named after B.N. Yeltsin — a unique space in Bishkek that will focus on scientific research, educational initiatives, and cultural events dedicated to the Kyrgyz language and the epic "Manas". According to the university, the opening of the Center coincided with the Day of the "Manas" epic and was accompanied by a photo exhibition highlighting the history

World Championship: Today, two Kyrgyzstani fighters will compete. Pair lineup

Today, December 4, the World Boxing Championship organized by IBA begins in Dubai (UAE). On the first day of the competition, 54 bouts are scheduled, including two featuring Kyrgyzstani boxers.

Kyrgyzstani Bakyt Kadyrov Wins Gold at the World Jiu-Jitsu Championship

At the World Combat Jiu-Jitsu Championship held in Madrid, Spain, Bakyt Kadyrov from Kyrgyzstan became the gold medalist. The athlete competed in the under 85 kg weight category according to CJJ rules.

Bishkek Strengthens Cooperation for Sports Development

Recently, Kazbek Moldazhiyev, head of the State Agency for Youth Affairs, Physical Culture and Sports, visited the R. Sanatbaev Sports School. His visit coincided with the opening of the International "Manas" tournament, during which Deputy Mayor Victoria Mozgacheva conducted a tour of the educational institution and familiarized attendees with its material and technical base.

The Bishkek Police are searching for the missing Bakyt Rustemov

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Approved sample of the national driver's license of Kyrgyzstan for the year 2025

Thus, the new sample of the license will come into effect as soon as the old forms are used up. This will ensure a smooth transition to the new format documents.

Kyrgyzstan is transitioning to a new standard for driver's licenses

The resolution on the transition to a new standard of national driver's license of the Kyrgyz Republic, sample of 2025, has been approved by the Cabinet of Ministers. This decision was signed by the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers Adylbek Kasymaliev. The document contains a description of the new driver's license, as well as its sample, which will be valid from 2025.

The family of the deceased electrician complained to the ombudsman about the inaction of the police.

The Ombudsman of Kyrgyzstan, Jamila Dzhamanbaeva, emphasized the importance of upholding the constitutional rights of citizens by law enforcement agencies. According to the press service of the Institute of Akikatchi, every citizen has the right to appeal to government institutions and receive justified responses within the timeframe established by law. In turn, law enforcement agencies are obliged to inform citizens about the results of their appeals.

In Karakol, the state has regained the building of the household services combine.

According to information from the State Committee for National Security (GKNB), the "Asem" building is located in the very center of Karakol. The total area of the property is 4,028 square meters, and the land plot covers an area of 0.5 hectares. The owners have agreed to voluntarily return both the building and the adjacent territory to the city's mayor's office.

In Buryatia, they promised to protect the rights of labor migrants from Kyrgyzstan

In Ulan-Ude, a meeting took place between Yulia Zhambalova, the Commissioner for Human Rights in Buryatia, and Azamat Omuraliev, the consul and head of the Kyrgyzstan embassy office in Irkutsk. The main outcome of this meeting was an agreement on mutual cooperation to protect the rights of Kyrgyz citizens who are residing and working in Buryatia, as reported by the ombudsman's office.

International "Manas" Tournament in Greco-Roman Wrestling Took Place in Bishkek

Recently, in Bishkek, at the sports ground of the R. Sanatbaev Sports School, the "Manas" tournament took place, gathering young wrestlers under the age of 20. The competition featured boys born between 2006 and 2008, who competed in ten weight categories ranging from 55 to 130 kg.

The GKNB returned the building of the "Asem" household services enterprise to state ownership in Karakol.

The State Committee for National Security (GKNB) reported the return of the building of the "Asem" household services enterprise, located in Karakol, to state ownership. This facility, occupying an area of 4,028 square meters, has now been transferred to the local authorities. The land on which it is situated covers 0.5 hectares. The GKNB clarified that the building was illegally privatized in 1993. The transfer of ownership was carried out by the State Property Fund through a direct

The household services enterprise "Asem" has been transferred to the balance of the city administration of Karakol.

In Bishkek, 5 thousand tons of technical salt are prepared annually for winter.

Every year in Bishkek, before the onset of winter, a stock of 5 thousand tons of technical salt is prepared. This was reported by Zholdoshbek Chushtukov, the director of the municipal enterprise "Tazalyk," at a meeting of the permanent commission of the Bishkek City Council, which deals with issues related to housing and communal services, transport, and ecology. Chushtukov specified that there are currently 1.5 thousand tons of leftover salt from last year in the warehouses, which

The widow of a deceased electrician appealed to the Ombudsman of Kyrgyzstan. She requested to hold the recreation center accountable for her husband's death.

Jamila Dzhamanbaeva, the Ombudsman of the Kyrgyz Republic, calls on law enforcement agencies to strictly adhere to the constitutional rights of citizens. She emphasizes that every citizen has the legal right to appeal to state institutions and receive a response within the time frame established by law.

Thailand has lifted the fifty-year ban on the sale of alcohol during daytime hours

The government of the country has allowed the sale of alcohol from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM, which is a significant step towards easing outdated regulations. It is expected that restaurants can anticipate an increase in revenue of at least 20%. The ban was introduced in 1972 by the Revolutionary Committee to protect civil servants from consuming alcoholic beverages during working hours. Since then, the socio-economic situation has changed dramatically: Thailand has become a popular tourist

In Bishkek, 83 baths and saunas were inspected in two days

During the raids, inspectors also discovered that one of the private baths located at 134 Orozov Street was using small coal, which is a violation of the mayor's decree dated October 9, 2025, No. 290, prohibiting the use of bulk coal. A protocol was drawn up against the owner of the establishment in accordance with part 1 of Article 434 of the KR Code on Offenses, and explanatory work was carried out. The Municipal Inspection reminds residents of the importance of adhering to

The price of Bitcoin has exceeded 95 thousand dollars

After a significant drop in November, the price of Bitcoin began to rise with the arrival of the new month, increasing by more than 7% in the last 24 hours, according to trading platform data. According to information from CoinMarketCap, which analyzes average prices on more than 20 exchanges, as of 10:09 Moscow time, the price of Bitcoin jumped by 7.26% to $93,303.63. On the largest cryptocurrency exchange, Binance, the price of Bitcoin rose by 7.29%, reaching $93,291.72.

To combat traffic jams in Tashkent, an intelligent transportation system will be launched

The problem of traffic jams has become so acute that the meeting pointed to the growing population, the increasing number of cars, and the activation of economic processes, which in turn creates a significant burden on Tashkent's transport infrastructure. Currently, traffic jams reaching 7-8 points have become a common occurrence, while the use of public transport remains at a low level. The situation also negatively impacts the environment. To address these issues, a proven model has

The Bishkek City Hall revealed what the tram lines in the capital will be like.

Azamat Kadyrov emphasized that the project includes contactless tram lines, which is due to the rapid development of technology. “There is a prevailing opinion that a tram must have a contact line, but modern projects show that this is not the case. Trams on cushions and various power supply systems are already being used around the world. We are in the process of studying international experience,” noted Kadyrov. As part of the project, it is planned that the new trams will move along the

In some parts of Bishkek, cold water has been turned off

Today in Bishkek, from 10:00 to 24:00, the supply of cold water has been temporarily suspended. This will affect residential buildings, schools, kindergartens, medical institutions, and other social facilities, as well as industrial enterprises. Photo courtesy of the city hall press service The water shutdown will affect the following areas:

In Kazakhstan, there are plans to ban children from using social networks.

In Kazakhstan, a draft law has been proposed that introduces restrictions on the registration of users under the age of 16 on various online platforms. This initiative is contained in the document "On Amendments and Additions to Certain Legislative Acts on Online Platforms and Mass Media," posted on the "Open NPA" portal. The development of the law was carried out by the Ministry of Culture and Information, reports Tengrinews.kz. Essence of the ProposalThe main provision is

Modern lighting systems are being installed in the central square of Talas.

New lighting systems are being installed in the central square of the city of Talas. According to information from local authorities, the installation of modern lighting fixtures began with the aim of improving urban infrastructure and creating a modern appearance for the city. Currently, 60 light fixtures, each 12 meters high, as well as LED screens, have already been installed in the square.

Lectures and Exhibition by a Photographer and Documentary Filmmaker from Kyrgyzstan Held in Berlin

Elmira Khasanova, a photographer and documentary filmmaker from Kyrgyzstan, presented her works at a cultural platform in Berlin. Her exhibition titled "Out of Time and Dusty Roads" took place at the Tunnel19 gallery, where documentary photographs were combined with elements of visual art. According to Khasanova, "I aimed to blur the boundaries between time – the past, present, and future. This series reflects my travels across Kyrgyzstan and shows how deep an impact sincere

Air Pollution. Raids on Baths and Saunas are Being Conducted in Bishkek

Photo by the press service of the mayor's office Raids organized by the municipal inspection of the mayor's office aimed at combating air pollution continue in Bishkek. Inspection staff checked 83 saunas and baths in the capital to identify and prevent the burning of prohibited materials, according to information provided by the press service of the mayor's office. As a result of the inspections, it was found that 49 of the checked baths and saunas continue to use solid fuels

FIFA has shifted the players' break for the Africa Cup 2025

According to FIFA, the players' release for participation in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations will begin a week later than usual — on December 15. The tournament itself will take place in Morocco from December 21, 2025, to January 18, 2026.

From Yurt to Modern Theater: How Young Manaschi Are Reviving the Great Epic

Photo 24.kg. Theater "Manas" Every year on December 4, Kyrgyzstan celebrates the Day of the Epic "Manas". In anticipation of this event, our team visited the Kyrgyz National Theater "Manas", where a republican competition for young manaschi under the age of 30 was held. A Theater for New Talents

Ban on alcohol sales after 10 PM. What do the residents of the city of Osh think about this?

, Yrysbek Shadybekov A recent survey conducted by 24.kg gathered the opinions of residents of the city of Osh regarding the initiative of former Health Minister Erkin Checheybaev to impose restrictions on the sale of alcoholic beverages after 10 PM. The majority of respondents expressed support for the new rule, believing that it could enhance safety in the city. At the same time, some residents voiced concerns that this restriction would lead to an increase in illegal alcohol trade.

Bakyt Kadyrov won the World Championship for the third consecutive time

Athlete from Kyrgyzstan Bakyt Kadyrov has once again confirmed his mastery by winning a gold medal at the World Championship in Combat Jiu-Jitsu, which took place for the third consecutive time. The CJJ competitions were held in a Madrid venue from November 27 to December 1, 2025.

The coverage of preschool education for children reached 50%, - Ministry of Education

As of today, 50% of children have access to preschool education, according to information from the press service of the Ministry of Education. According to data, in the 2024-2025 academic year, the coverage of preschool education, including school preparation, was 44.3%.

Businesses in Tomsk Region, Russia Want to Collaborate with Kyrgyzstan: Who Came

In the Tomsk region of Russia, there is an active desire to develop cooperation with Kyrgyzstan. As reported by the regional administration, events are planned to take place both in Bishkek and in the Issyk-Kul region, which previously signed a partnership agreement with the Tomsk region. Photo provided by the Tomsk region administration

Pakistani companies intend to invest in the economy of Kyrgyzstan

At the upcoming business forum "Kyrgyzstan – Pakistan," several important documents are expected to be signed, as reported by the director of the National Investment Agency, Ravshanbek Sabirov, in an interview with the Kabar agency. During the official visit of President Sadyr Japarov to Pakistan, high-level meetings are taking place. A delegation from 23 companies in Kyrgyzstan has arrived in Pakistan, expressing their readiness to cooperate in various fields.