Recently, the official award ceremony for the winners of the "Cleanest City" and "Cleanest Aiyl Aimak" contests, organized by the Ministry of Nature, took place. This was reported by the press service of the ministry. During the event, the laureates received certificates and valuable prizes in various nominations:
At the Globe Soccer Awards ceremony in Dubai, Ronaldo was recognized as the best player in the Middle East. He shared his ambitions, noting that his current total goal count stands at 956, after scoring two goals in his last match for "Al-Nassr".
The Ministry of Health of the Kyrgyz Republic has announced the work schedule of medical institutions during the holiday days. It is important to note that on December 30 and 31, all medical organizations in the country will operate in an enhanced mode. Additional shifts for medical personnel and increased readiness of emergency services are planned for these days. From January 1 to 9, 2026, during the New Year holidays, medical institutions will function as usual with on-call responsible
From December 19 to 25, the CAVA Cup took place in the capital of the Maldives, Male, where the women's national team of Kyrgyzstan emerged victorious. In the decisive match, our athletes defeated the Maldives team with a final score of 3:1, securing first place in the tournament.
On December 29, a solemn event dedicated to the employees of the municipal enterprise "Tazalyk" took place at the Kyrgyz National Philharmonic named after T. Satylganov. The press service of the Bishkek city hall reported on this event. The mayor of the capital, Aibek Junushaliev, addressed the workers with congratulations and also handed over the keys to new specialized equipment to the director of the enterprise. He noted that over the past two years, "Tazalyk" has
In the decisive match of Group C, which determined advancement to the playoffs, Nigeria managed to secure a victory over Tunisia by a narrow margin. Just before halftime, Victor Osimhen opened the scoring, and after the break, team captain Wilfred Ndidi and Ademola Lookman extended the lead to three goals.
Hazards of alcohol consumption: Alcohol reduces self-control, slows reactions, impairs coordination, and promotes risky behavior, making it a frequent factor in fatal incidents. Over 40% of cases of interpersonal violence in this region are also related to alcohol, particularly affecting women and children. Alcohol is often a key factor in domestic violence. For youth, alcohol is one of the leading causes of premature death, disability, and accidents, including drownings and falls. Even with
On the upcoming day, December 30, meteorologists forecast snowfalls in the mountainous regions of Jalal-Abad and Batken regions. In the rest of the country, no precipitation is expected.
In the Jeti-Oguz district, an event took place where 600 children received New Year's gifts. According to the information, on December 29, a festive event was organized near the New Year tree in honor of the best students from local schools. The head of the Jeti-Oguz district state administration, E. Bakhaevdinov, participated in this event.
According to IQAir data, as of December 29, 2025, at 5:00 PM, the air quality index in Bishkek is 61 AQI. This level indicates satisfactory air quality.
The Ministry of Health of Kyrgyzstan has announced the working hours of medical institutions during holidays and weekends. According to the announcement, from December 30 to 31, all medical organizations in the country will operate in an enhanced mode.
In 2025, Kyrgyzstan demonstrated positive results in meat and milk production, as indicated by official statistics. The total volume of livestock and poultry intended for slaughter increased from 414.4 thousand tons in 2024 to 427.9 thousand tons, which corresponds to a growth of 3.3%. The production of raw milk also rose by 3%, amounting to 1.743 million tons compared to 1.692 million tons in the previous year.
In Batken, a garrison inspection of the police was held for the New Year. Turmush — Today, a garrison drill inspection took place in the central square of Batken, organized in anticipation of the New Year celebrations. The event was attended by Adylbek Biibosunov, the First Deputy Minister of Internal Affairs of Kyrgyzstan and Major General of Police.
President of Turkey Recep Tayyip Erdogan, commenting on recent actions against militants of the terrorist organization "Islamic State" in Yalova, confirmed the authorities' intention to continue the fight against terrorism both within the country and beyond its borders. In his statement, Erdogan noted that the operation, during which six ISIS militants were eliminated, had tragic consequences: three police officers were killed. These events were commented on by Turkey's
In the city of Manas, located in the Jalal-Abad region, the construction of a municipal impound lot has begun, as well as the procurement of two tow trucks for the evacuation of improperly parked vehicles. This information was announced at the extraordinary XXI session of the city council of deputies of the X convocation.
The Kyrgyz Football Union has announced that the scheduled match between the youth teams of Kyrgyzstan and China will not take place. This decision was made by mutual agreement of both parties.
As a result of the investigation into the criminal case of fraud, a former employee of institution No. 21 of the State Penitentiary Service of the Kyrgyz Republic, known as B. K. B., was detained. This information was provided by the press service of the State Committee for National Security of the Kyrgyz Republic. The investigation process is ongoing, and the state committee urges anyone who has been affected by the actions of the detainee to contact the duty service of the State Committee for
The Ministry of Labor, Social Security, and Migration reported that in 2025, 25,391 new jobs were created in the country. The main factor contributing to this employment growth was the social contract program, the amount of assistance for which was increased from 100,000 to 150,000 soms this year. This decision allowed for the signing of 13,331 social agreements for the specified amount across the republic. The increase in the amount of social assistance attracted more families to the program,
As part of her participation in Doha (Qatar), she attended introductory sessions and orientation meetings for new members of FIFA committees.
In his interview, Djokovic noted that Ronaldo is an inspiring example for many, especially in light of his pursuit of an important milestone in his career. This statement was made after the Serbian received the Globe Sports Award from Ronaldo himself.
As the New Year holidays approach, law enforcement agencies in the Issyk-Kul region organized a garrison drill aimed at maintaining public order and ensuring road safety for citizens. This event was held in accordance with the directives of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic.
In the current year, the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) organized a series of meetings with investors and experts to discuss ways to increase Foreign Direct Investment (FDI). The November dialogue, led by Minister of Commerce and Industry Piyush Goyal, focused on simplifying and accelerating investment processes. Key factors contributing to foreign investors' interest in India include an investor-friendly policy, effective regulation, and a high level of
On December 29, a grand ceremonial event took place in Bishkek for the employees of the municipal enterprise "Tazalyk." The event was held at the National Philharmonic, as reported by the press service of the city hall. The city mayor, Aibek Junushaliev, presented the keys to new specialized equipment that will become part of the enterprise's arsenal.
Bishkek December 30, Tuesday The temperature at night will be +2...+4 °C, cloudy. During the day, +11...+13 °C is expected, also cloudy.
- The Ministry of Finance has announced the preliminary volumes of government treasury bond (GKO) issuance planned for January 2026, as reported by the National Bank. The total volume of GKO issuance will amount to 5 billion soms.
Accompanied by representatives of the youth charity organization SOS, the children enjoyed a specially designed entertainment program. The park offered them attractions, an ice rink, a meeting with Santa Claus, an interactive show, and a circus performance titled "Winter Fairy Tale." Additionally, they were able to stroll through the picturesque corners of the park.
On December 23, a match of the Second AFC Champions Cup took place in Amman (Jordan), where the teams "Al Hussein" from Jordan and "Ahal" from Turkmenistan faced off. In this important match, the referees from Kyrgyzstan were: Meder Taichiev, Ismail Talipjanov, Eldos Murzabekov, and Sanjar Jakypbekov.
The grand opening of a new center that will monitor compliance with traffic rules took place in Osh. High-ranking officials attended the event, including the mayor of the city, Jenishbek Toktorbaev, the deputy minister of internal affairs, Erkebek Ashirkhodzhaev, the head of the State Traffic Safety Department, Azenbek Kozukeev, and the head of the Osh City Department of Internal Affairs, Damirbek Isakov, along with other officials.
Cain reminds us of the joy that resilience and self-control bring. People have the ability to resist temptations, which makes us special.
The city of Razakov, located in the Batken region, has been recognized as the cleanest city in the country following the results of the national competition "Cleanest City and Cleanest Ayil Aimak," organized by the Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision. According to information provided by the regional administration, Razakov won
On the night of December 27, a traffic accident occurred in the city of Kadamjay on the Osh–Batken–Razakov highway. According to preliminary data, a DAF truck transporting oil overturned while descending from the Kadamjay Pass. Witnesses reported that the vehicle was carrying an oil cargo from the Arkin massif in the Leilek district.
Starting from 2026, water and sewage tariffs in Manas will increase, as approved at the city council meeting on December 26. Deputies noted that the funds from the tariff increase will be directed towards the modernization of the water supply system, including the installation of new pipes and meters.
The State Service for the Execution of Sentences (GSIN) provided clarifications regarding the information disseminated by the State Committee for National Security (GKNB) concerning the detention of a former employee of Institution No. 21 (SIZO-1). According to statements from GSIN, B.K.B., born in 1996, applied for admission to the service's reserve staff in June 2025, but was denied in August. During the investigation, it was revealed that his younger brother had already been convicted
In Talas, on Manas Street, a New Year fair has started, as reported by a Turmush correspondent. According to local traders, the fair will operate until December 31.
This year in Kyrgyzstan, thanks to the social contract program, 25,391 new jobs were created, as reported by the Ministry of Labor, Social Security, and Migration. In 2025, the amount of one-time assistance increased from 100,000 to 150,000 soms. This amount was paid to 13,331 citizens. The increase in payment amounts contributed to more families starting small businesses and actively utilizing their labor resources.
Recently, the State Agency for Physical Culture and Sports under the Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic announced the names of the winners for 2025 in the field of non-Olympic sports. The award ceremony became a celebration for everyone who actively contributes to the development of these disciplines in the country, including athletes, coaches, and patrons.
According to the press service of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Kyrgyzstan and Thailand are establishing a visa-free regime for diplomats. The agreement, signed on September 27, 2024, in New York, will come into effect on January 2, 2026. This document simplifies the process of crossing borders for official representatives of both countries. With the introduction of new rules, which will take effect at the beginning of next year, diplomats will be able to move freely.
On December 27, an open championship in traditional archery took place in Bishkek, as reported by the press service of the city's mayor's office. 39 archers participated in the competition: 24 women and 15 men. They competed in two categories: "Kyrgyz Buta" - shooting at 50 meters and "Kyrgyz Jamba" - shooting at 30 meters.
At a recent meeting of the GNS of Kyrgyzstan, Chairman Alambet Shykmamatov summarized the agency's work for the year 2025. At the beginning of the meeting, Shykmamatov congratulated the staff on the upcoming 2026 year and noted that the outgoing year had been successful for the service in terms of task fulfillment.
A pre-New Year volleyball tournament among high school students and teachers took place at Educational Institution No. 7 in the Lenin District of Bishkek. According to information provided by the school, the team of graduates took first place. The teachers' team secured the second position, while the tenth-grade team came in third.
The Senate of Mexico has completed a three-year legislative initiative, unanimously approving a ban on exhibitions of dolphins and other marine mammals. This decision was a response to public outrage over animal cruelty. The voting concluded with a score of 99 to 0, and now the new law prohibits not only the capture but also the breeding of marine mammals, except for scientific research.
On the New York Commodity Exchange COMEX, the price of silver futures for delivery in March 2026 has for the first time surpassed the mark of $81 per troy ounce. At its peak, the price of the precious metal reached $82.67 per troy ounce, corresponding to a growth of 7.09 percent. However, by morning, the price of silver futures slightly decreased to $81.73, having increased by 5.87 percent.
Citizens of Kyrgyzstan who are changing their driver's licenses can take the opportunity to undergo testing for hepatitis B and C, as well as for HIV infection, during the process of obtaining medical certificate 083. This information was announced by representatives of the Ministry of Health, citing specialist Aibek Bekbolotov from the Republican Center for the Control of Hematogenic Viral Hepatitis and HIV. As Bekbolotov noted, vaccination against hepatitis B is also available at family
Benjamin Netanyahu, the Prime Minister of Israel, has made a visit to Florida, where a meeting with U.S. President Donald Trump is scheduled to take place at the Mar-a-Lago residence. This event will occur in the evening on December 29, according to various Israeli and American news outlets. This meeting will be the sixth in-person meeting between Trump and Netanyahu since the beginning of Trump's second presidential term, which started in January 2025, according to information from TRT.
On December 29, a children's New Year celebration took place in Manas near the Christmas tree, organized by the authorized representative of the president in the Jalal-Abad region. The event began at the main New Year tree in Freedom Square (Azattyk). The presidential representative congratulated the children on the upcoming New Year.
During a meeting with representatives of law enforcement agencies held in the Issyk-Kul region, Tashiev noted that weekends in Kyrgyzstan will be in effect until January 12 inclusive. He added: "Let the population celebrate, but it is necessary to create an atmosphere of stability and security for this. We must ensure this. Do not think about relaxing. Neither I nor the president have the right to rest, and we will be watching you," the chairman of the State National Security
- According to statistical data, over the past five years, from 2020 to 2024, the area of agricultural crop sowings in Kyrgyzstan has increased by 23.1 thousand hectares, which corresponds to a growth of 1.9%. By the end of 2024, it amounted to 1,246.7 thousand hectares. In 2024, the largest share in the structure of sowings is occupied by grain crops (excluding legumes, rice, and buckwheat), which cover 602.9 thousand hectares, accounting for 48.4% of the total area. Forage crops take second
On December 29, a solemn ceremony took place at the Ministry of Natural Resources, where the winners of the republican competition "Cleanest City" and "Cleanest Aiyl Aimak" were announced. According to the information from the ministry's press service, the Minister of Natural Resources, Meder Mashiev, presented certificates and valuable prizes to the winners in various nominations: