- The Minister of Construction, Architecture, and Housing and Communal Services, Nurdin Oruntaev, on December 30, 2025, during his working trip to the Osh region, familiarized himself with the progress of the IT town construction as part of the "Osh-City" project, as reported by the ministry. During the inspection, the minister emphasized the importance of maintaining high-quality work and strict adherence to deadlines at every stage of the project's implementation.
A serviceman shot himself in the head with his service weapon According to the State Penitentiary Service, the incident occurred the day before at 15:25. The serviceman, named A.A.N., born in 2007, was serving in the 5th security battalion located in the village of Bai-Munduz in the Bazar-Korgon district. He shot himself with his service pistol while on duty at correctional facility No. 10.
Photo from the internet The period before Christmas is a great time for divination about a future life partner or fate. The Holy Days, which last from January 7 to 19, are considered especially suitable for such rituals. These two weeks are sacred for Orthodox Christians, and during this time, it is customary to make wishes and perform various rituals.
According to a report from the Deutsche Presse-Agentur (dpa) on December 5, the human rights organization Human Rights Activists in Iran and its media network HRANA confirmed that during the protests that began in late December, 35 people were killed and more than 1200 demonstrators were detained across 88 cities in Iran, covering 27 out of 31 provinces.
The Minister of Culture, Information, and Youth Policy, Mirbek Mambetaliev, shared details about plans to increase salaries for cultural workers in an interview with AKIpress. He reported that starting from April of this year, all budget employees involved in education and culture will receive a salary increase of 50%. Additionally, the Ministry of Culture has proposed an initiative to increase bonuses for its employees.
Vasiliy Malyuk, Yevgeny Khmara Vasiliy Malyuk, head of the Security Service of Ukraine (SBU), confirmed the information about his resignation. In his statement, he noted: “I remain within the SBU structure to implement world-class asymmetric operations that will continue to inflict significant damage on the enemy. I am confident that a strong and modern intelligence service is the foundation of our state's security. These changes being made by the President of Ukraine in the defense
The village of Krasnaya Rechka, located in the Issyk-Ata district of the Chui region, was founded in 1907 as part of Stolypin's agrarian reform and resettlement policy. Previously, a correspondent from Turmush covered the history of the village and the first settlers. This time, Nurmanbet Nurai Kankozhoeva, the acting head of Library No. 3 in the village of Krasnaya Rechka, shared with the Turmush correspondent the story of the initial steps in creating the village club and hospital.
On January 5, several minors were detained in Karakol for engaging in auto hooliganism just before the New Year, as reported by the Traffic Safety Department of the Internal Affairs Directorate of the Issyk-Kul region. According to the agency's information, on December 29, 2025, around 04:00, a video appeared on social media showing teenagers driving a car without having driver's licenses.
During the preventive operation "Teenager-Night" in the city of Osh, a minor was found on the street without adult supervision at night. This information was provided by the press service of the Osh City Department of Internal Affairs.
From February 4 to 13, the Asian Road Cycling Championship will take place in Saudi Arabia, and the national team of Kyrgyzstan has already begun training in Balykchy.
According to the press service of the Internal Affairs Department of the Osh region, winter tourist bases in the region have become more popular among guests from Uzbekistan. According to law enforcement data, on weekends, police officers ensure order and safety at these resorts. After the New Year holidays, there has been a noticeable increase in the number of vacationers at the ski bases of Chiyrchyq and Kara-Koy, where most tourists have come specifically from Uzbekistan.
- The President of Kazakhstan, Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, addressed the heads of state members of the Eurasian Economic Union, noting that Kazakhstan will chair the EAEU starting January 1, 2026. In his address, Tokayev emphasized that the world is entering a new era filled with unique opportunities and new challenges, among which is the growing technological inequality.
Mukhsin Mukhamadiev, a former footballer of Moscow's "Spartak" and the sports director of Kazan's "Rubin," passed away at the age of 60, as reported by his close representatives to TASS.
In 2025, residents of Kyrgyzstan faced financial difficulties due to rising prices outpacing their incomes. Forecasts for the following year do not inspire optimism, and experts are addressing this issue. Kaktus.media has gathered opinions from specialists on how the pricing situation in the country will change.
A documentary film was presented on social media A documentary film about President Sadyr Japarov has been created in Kyrgyzstan, as reported by journalist Aibek Biibosunov on his social media.
Akmat Kadyrov In addition to his new position, Akmat Kadyrov will continue to serve as the Minister of Physical Culture and Sports, a role he has held since May 2024. Previously, from February to May 2024, he served as the Minister for Youth Affairs of the republic. Besides Akmat, another appointment concerns Ahmed Dudayev, who has also become the acting Deputy Prime Minister and will continue his work as the Minister for External Relations and Information.
In the Bakai-Ata district, poachers have been apprehended. According to ecologists, as a result of a raid conducted on January 2, a fact of illegal hunting was established: a local resident had hunted 9 partridges. The seized birds and pneumatic weapon were sent to the Aitmatov district police department.
The volume of retail trade in Kyrgyzstan (excluding cars and motorcycles) reached 679.5 billion soms in January–November 2025, which is 25.7% more compared to the same period in 2024, when it amounted to 540.7 billion soms, according to statistical data. Trade volume growth is observed in all regions of the country. Bishkek, as before, shows the highest results: in the capital, the turnover increased from 209.3 billion soms in January–November 2024 to 270.1 billion soms in 2025. The Chui region
An emergency meeting of the UN Security Council was held to discuss the current situation in Venezuela. The speech by Secretary-General António Guterres was delivered by his deputy Rosemary DiCarlo. The Secretary-General expressed serious concern about the potential escalation of instability in the country, as well as the possible negative impact on the region and the precedent that may arise in international relations.
According to information provided by the Federal Bailiff Service (FSSP) to the Interfax agency, there has been a significant decrease in the number of foreigners expelled from Russia in 2025. Over the course of 11 months this year, 54,400 people were forcibly expelled, while during the same period in 2024, this figure was 79,000.
In the village of Kara-Burgon, located in the Ak-Talinsky district of the Naryn region, a local hunter has shot a large wolf, reports Turmush correspondent. According to the information received, on the evening of January 4, Edil Üsönov, a doctor at the Orozbek Köközov Center for General Medical Practice and a resident of the village of Bayetov, shot the wolf again in the Tereng-Koo area, near the Bayetov – Kosh-Döbö highway, in the territory of Kara-Burgon.
In the Alaï district, 10 children were found unaccompanied by adults on the street at night. This information was provided by the press service of the Internal Affairs Directorate of the Osh region.
Today, January 6, the youth football team of Kyrgyzstan begins its participation in the final stage of the Asian Cup for players under 23 years old. The tournament is taking place in Saudi Arabia, and in the first round, the Kyrgyz team will face the host team in Jeddah. The match is scheduled to start at 22:00 Bishkek time. This tournament will be the sixth for Kyrgyz footballers in the Asian Cups.
According to the press service of the Sverdlovsk District Internal Affairs Department, on January 6, a preliminary investigation was initiated in connection with video recordings depicting acts of violence against young people in a private house in the village of Alamidin. Police officers reported that all individuals involved in this incident have already been identified and interrogations have been conducted.
According to information provided by the press service of the Main Internal Affairs Directorate of the Chui Region, on January 6, suspects in a cattle theft case were arrested. The incident occurred on December 27 at 21:29, when thieves broke into the yard of a resident of the village of Manas, located in the Sokuluk district, and stole 21 sheep from his barn.
Nicolás Maduro, the ousted president of Venezuela, made a statement about his innocence at his first court hearing in the United States, Reuters reports. The hearing took place in New York, where Maduro emphasized his innocence, stating: “I am an honorable man, I am innocent and I remain the president of my country.” His speech was interrupted by Judge Alvin Hellerstein.
The Cabinet of Ministers is developing measures to improve the educational system in Kyrgyzstan as part of the National Development Program until 2030. Among the proposed measures is an increase in the coverage of children aged 3-5 in preschool education to 80% and school education for children aged 6-17 to 98.8%. Additionally, all educational institutions in the country will need to be equipped with ramps for students with disabilities.
The gray tracksuit from Nike, in which Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro was detained, has become a real hit in the United States market. For several days, this fleece set has been actively discussed by users on social media.
Starting in 2026, a new Criminal Code came into effect in Indonesia that prohibits extramarital intimate relationships. According to Reuters, violations of this law are punishable by imprisonment for up to one year.
In Kyrgyzstan, there is a growing interest in women's entrepreneurship in the field of information technology. Interestingly, many businesswomen start their journey without formal education in this area. Often, these are mothers on maternity leave who decide to launch their own startups. One such woman is Nelly Nosalik, who demonstrates that digitalization in the country is gaining momentum, and our women are confidently keeping pace with modern requirements.
In the last 24 hours, foreign media and news agencies have presented a report on the events occurring in Ukraine and beyond, in the context of the ongoing conflict. Here are the main points. The aftermath of the strike on Kyiv. Photo by Tetiana Dzhafarova / AFP / Scanpix / LETA. The Russian Ministry of Defense reported the downing of 55 Ukrainian drones on Monday evening: 31 of them over Bryansk region, 11 over Rostov, three over Belgorod, and two each in Volgograd and Ryazan regions, and one
As part of his working trip to the Jayyl district, the presidential envoy in the Chui region, Azamat Osmonov, visited the existing livestock market. During the inspection, it was established that the market does not meet the established sanitary, veterinary, and infrastructure standards, making it unsuitable for the keeping and sale of agricultural animals.
In the village of Tash-Döbö, located in the rural district of Arashan in the Alamudun region, the Cup of the village administration was held for the traditional game of kok-boru, with many teams of different ages participating, reports Turmush correspondents. The opening ceremony of the tournament began with wishes of good luck to the teams from the head of the village administration of Arashan, Samat Bolgonbaev, who also called on all participants for fair and united play. The elders expressed
Assistance Instead of Demonstrating PowerIn the last decade of December, India announced a $450 million aid package for the recovery of Sri Lanka following the devastating cyclone "Dithwa," which struck the country at the end of 2025. In response to the natural disaster, the Indian Navy organized a large-scale humanitarian operation under the Sagar Bandhu mission. Indian warships, including Vikrant and Udaygiri, which were in Colombo for the International Fleet Review, were promptly
On January 6, information was received about the detention of a suspect in fraud in Bishkek, according to information provided by the press service of the Internal Affairs Department of the Lenin District. The victim reported that on December 2, he received a message via WhatsApp from a young man with the number +4915213728804. This person introduced himself as a sugar seller and promised to deliver the product. During the communication, he convinced the resident of the capital to transfer
Illustrative photo At the hearing, Maduro, who called himself a "prisoner of war," confirmed his innocence, stating: "I am an honest man and continue to be the president of my country." He also recounted how he was captured in his home in Caracas, Venezuela, according to CNN. Both were dressed in prison clothing and used headphones for translation, being without handcuffs but with leg shackles. Flores, as she stated, is the First Lady of Venezuela and also denies all
- The import of dried legumes from Kazakhstan increased fivefold over ten months in 2025, according to information from the National Statistical Committee. From January to October of this year, Kyrgyzstan purchased 30.4 thousand tons of dried legumes from Kazakhstan, with the import amounting to $11 million. In comparison, during the same period in 2024, only 6.7 thousand tons were imported for a total of $3.4 million.
The Cabinet of Ministers of Kyrgyzstan has presented a strategy for implementing the National Development Program of the country until 2030. According to the new decree, the government intends to increase the coverage of mandatory health insurance to 85% of the population and achieve an average life expectancy of 75 years. The plans also include reducing maternal mortality to 22 cases per 100,000 live births.
The National Bank of Kyrgyzstan presented the exchange rates for January 6: The dollar rate remained at 87.44 soms, while the euro and ruble have depreciated. This situation is expected to remain unchanged until January 12.
According to the new regulation, exchange offices must: implement an internal control system and appoint a responsible employee; verify clients, their documents, and, if necessary, the source of funds; pay special attention to large and unusual transactions; identify suspicious transactions and report them to the relevant authorities; store data on clients and transactions for at least five years; apply enhanced controls to high-risk transactions. In case of reasonable suspicion, the exchange
On December 31 of last year, the Call Center Kaktus.media received complaints from residents of the "Ak-Tilek-2" residential area. “We live in conditions that can only be described as real filth. We don’t know where to turn to solve this problem. This area looks like a village, even though we are in Bishkek. There is no asphalt, and it is impossible to move around the streets due to constant mud and slush, especially after they laid the water pipes. The contractor clearly did not
In accordance with the new decree, the government of Kyrgyzstan has decided to introduce a temporary ban on the export of timber and wood products outside the Eurasian Economic Union.
According to experts, this timing choice has not only symbolic significance. In November 2026, midterm elections will take place in the United States, and the potential annexation of Greenland could positively impact the ruling party. According to sources interviewed by the publication, this is not about military intervention. Instead, Washington is likely to use political pressure. One expert noted that this could include "attempts to engage local politicians to strengthen U.S. civil and
Today, January 6, the youth football team of Kyrgyzstan begins its participation in the Asian Cup (U-23). In the first round of the group stage, they will face the team of Saudi Arabia.
The first episode of the documentary film dedicated to the President of Kyrgyzstan, Sadyr Japarov, has been released. The film tells the story of his political journey, from an opposition deputy and prisoner to the head of state who came to power as a result of the events of October 2020. The filmmakers explore what constitutes the "Japarov phenomenon" and how he managed to overcome one of the most challenging periods in the modern political history of Kyrgyzstan. The main focus is
In the Chui region, there is a strong fog, which significantly reduces visibility on the roads. The Traffic Safety Administration of the region warns drivers to exercise caution. Due to the worsening weather conditions, drivers are strongly advised to follow traffic rules, maintain a safe distance between vehicles, and switch to winter tires.
In recent years, there has been a significant increase in the volume of air cargo transportation in Kyrgyzstan, according to information provided by national statistics. From January to November 2024, air transportation reached a record level of 41.6 thousand tons of cargo, which significantly exceeds the previous maximum of 14 thousand tons in 2023.
Today in Jeddah, during the final stage of the U-23 Asian Cup 2026, the teams of Kyrgyzstan and Saudi Arabia will take the field. Edmar Lacerda, the head coach of the Kyrgyz national team, spoke about the team's preparation. Photo from the archive. Head coach of the Kyrgyz national team Edmar Lacerda
