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Incidents

In Bishkek, a drunk driver fatally hit a pedestrian and fled the scene of the accident.

A tragic incident occurred in Bishkek involving a pedestrian who was fatally injured as a result of a car collision. The driver suspected of this crime was soon apprehended. According to information provided by the press service of the Ministry of Internal Affairs, the incident took place on December 27 around 11:00 PM. The driver, R. M. D., born in 2004, was driving a Hyundai Sonata when he struck pedestrian K. A. T., born in 1995, who was crossing the road from west to east near the

28.12.2025, 14:19
Exclusive

Expansion of financial instruments and the opening of the border with Tajikistan supported small businesses, - MDS

Factors contributing to business development in Kyrgyzstan, including the expansion of financial instruments and the opening of the border with Tajikistan, were highlighted by Askar Sydykov, Executive Director of the International Business Council, in a recent radio interview. Sydykov emphasized that the government has implemented new credit programs aimed at supporting agriculture and small and medium-sized enterprises. A social contract program has also been launched, allowing low-income

28.12.2025, 14:16
World

China imposed sanctions against defense companies and citizens of the USA due to arms supplies to Taiwan.

The Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs has announced the introduction of restrictive measures against ten American citizens and 20 companies involved in defense products, as reported by DW. The statement emphasizes that arms supplies to Taiwan "undermine China's sovereignty and territorial integrity," which was the reason for the immediate imposition of sanctions. Among the companies affected by the restrictive measures are the defense contractor Northrop Grumman and a Boeing

28.12.2025, 14:13
A Unified Digital Format for Migrant Exams is Introduced in Russia
World

A Unified Digital Format for Migrant Exams is Introduced in Russia

Starting from January 1, 2026, foreign citizens wishing to assess their knowledge of the Russian language, as well as the history and legislation of Russia, will be required to take exams only in digital format. This change will affect everyone planning to obtain a patent or residence permit. The Ministry of Education and Science of Russia has confirmed the transition to computer-based testing. The main goal of this reform is to increase the transparency of the examination process and reduce

28.12.2025, 14:07
In Uzbekistan, a blogger was sentenced to four years in prison for insulting the president
World

In Uzbekistan, a blogger was sentenced to four years in prison for insulting the president

The court proceedings established that in February 2023, Yusupov was in Kazakhstan and made derogatory remarks about the president and the government during a live broadcast on TikTok. This video quickly went viral on social media, causing significant public outcry. After this incident, the blogger remained outside Uzbekistan for an extended period, traveling through Turkey and Azerbaijan. In April of this year, he was detained in Azerbaijan as part of operational measures.

28.12.2025, 13:49
Sports

The winter season officially opened at the "Chungurchak" ski resort

The opening of the winter season at the ski resort "Chungurchak" in the Alamidin district of the Chui region took place on December 28, with the participation of the presidential envoy Azamat Osmonov, local residents, and winter sports enthusiasts. The official ceremony started at 11:00 and was filled with a concert program.

28.12.2025, 13:28
The volcano Etna erupted in Italian Sicily
World

The volcano Etna erupted in Italian Sicily

The Italian island of Sicily has experienced a resurgence of activity from Mount Etna, leading to the fall of volcanic ash in several populated areas. According to local sources, significant volcanic activity was observed throughout the day. At the peak moment, lava was seen fountaining from the volcano's crater to a height of 300-400 meters. The ash column rose several kilometers and was shifted by the wind first to the west and then to the southwest.

28.12.2025, 13:17
World

Zelensky outlined Ukraine's "red lines" in negotiations to end the war

Volodymyr Zelensky, the President of Ukraine, emphasized the importance of "red lines" for Kyiv in the context of future peace negotiations to end the conflict with Russia, as reported by DW. According to him, the issue of occupied territories and the status of the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant cannot be legally recognized under any circumstances. Zelensky added that any decisions on these matters should be discussed with the public — this could be done through a referendum or by

28.12.2025, 13:09
Economy

The National Bank suspended the license of the exchange office "Askar Cash" in Bishkek for 15 days

- Due to violations of the legislation of the Kyrgyz Republic and the regulatory acts of the National Bank, from December 26, 2025, to January 9, 2026, inclusive, the exchange office of LLC "Askar Cash" in Bishkek has temporarily lost its license No. 6539, issued on June 21, 2023. The relevant information was published by the regulator's press service. The exchange office is located at: Bishkek, Baytik Baatyr Street, 49.

28.12.2025, 12:29
Economy

Economic growth is accompanied by a high level of inflation, - MDS

The economic situation in Kyrgyzstan shows a noticeable growth in nominal indicators; however, the issue of inflation remains relevant. This was stated by Askar Sydykov, Executive Director of the International Business Council, in an interview on the radio. Sydykov reported that by the end of the year, economic growth is over 10%, while the government forecasts it at around 11%.

28.12.2025, 12:27
Education

In the city of Manas, students will now pay monthly for garbage disposal.

At the last session of the city council in Manas, located in the Jalal-Abad region, a decision was made to introduce a new garbage collection fee for students. Each student enrolled in local higher and secondary educational institutions will pay 45 soms per month. Payment will be made by the educational institutions based on the number of students.

28.12.2025, 12:24
Incidents

In Bishkek, a pedestrian was killed by a car on 7 April Street. The driver was drunk.

On December 27, around 11:30 PM on 7 April Street in Bishkek, a tragic incident occurred: a pedestrian was hit by a car. According to information provided by the press service of the Patrol Police Department, the driver of the Hyundai Sonata fled the scene of the accident. It has been established that the victim was 28-year-old K.A., born in 1995. Unfortunately, he did not survive until the arrival of medical personnel and died at the scene.

28.12.2025, 12:21
Ecology

At Night, Snow in Some Areas — Weather Forecast for December 29

Weather forecast for Kyrgyzstan on December 29. According to the data from Kyrgyzhydromet, snow is expected in some areas during the night. During the day, precipitation is possible in the Jalal-Abad, Issyk-Kul, and Naryn regions, where rain and snow will fall, especially in mountainous areas. No precipitation is expected in other regions.

28.12.2025, 12:17
A strong fire broke out in a three-story building in Astana
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A strong fire broke out in a three-story building in Astana

A fire occurred on Ikhlas Dukenuly Street in the Saryarka district. Emergency services from the capital are working at the scene, actively using fire hoses and ensuring a continuous water supply. A special headquarters has been established to coordinate actions in extinguishing the fire. A total of 100 people and 24 units of equipment are involved in the firefighting efforts. Currently, according to data from the emergency service 112, there have been no reports of injuries.

28.12.2025, 11:56
Exclusive

The head of the MDS spoke about the problems faced by entrepreneurs at the border and with property protection.

- The Executive Director of the International Business Council, Askar Sydykov, highlighted current issues faced by entrepreneurs at the border and regarding the protection of their property during a radio broadcast. According to his statement, companies operating in the light industry are experiencing significant difficulties in transporting their products across the border between Kazakhstan and Russia, which negatively affects their production processes.

28.12.2025, 11:46
Politics

Kamchybek Tashiev promised new ambulances to the Issyk-Kul hospital

During his working trip to the Issyk-Kul region, Kamchybek Tashiev, the head of the State Committee for National Security (SCNS), announced the allocation of new ambulances for the local hospital. According to Tashiev, 43 million 800 thousand soms were allocated from the stabilization fund for the purchase of five specialized vehicles.

28.12.2025, 11:44
Sports

Omar Livaza — Best Athlete of 2025 in Olympic Sports According to the State Sports Agency

Today, December 28, the State Agency for Physical Culture and Sports announced the names of the best athletes of 2025. In the nomination for "Best Male Athlete in Olympic Sports," boxer Omar Livaza won. This year, he earned a silver medal at the World Championship under the auspices of the IBA and took first place at the Asian Championship among athletes under 22 years old.

28.12.2025, 11:42
Society

In Uzbekistan, penalties for early and consanguineous marriages will be tightened

In Uzbekistan, authorities plan to strengthen penalties for early and consanguineous marriages. The Ministry of Justice has developed a draft law titled "On Amendments and Additions to Certain Legislative Acts Aimed at Further Strengthening the Protection of the Rights and Freedoms of Women and Children." As part of this document, significant tightening of responsibility for marrying individuals who have not reached the established marriage age is proposed. A ban on marital unions

28.12.2025, 11:14
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The Chamber of Commerce and Industry of the Kyrgyz Republic and the Arab-African Chamber of Commerce and Industry signed a memorandum of understanding

- The Asian-Arab Trade Conference took place in Ahmedabad, India. The event was attended by about a hundred entrepreneurs from the state of Gujarat, as well as representatives from Kyrgyzstan, Colombia, the United Arab Emirates, and Mauritius, as reported by the press service of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Kyrgyzstan. At the conference, Kyrgyzstan was represented by Bekturgan Kalibek uulu, who delivered a presentation on investment opportunities and economic cooperation. He

28.12.2025, 11:05
In part of Bishkek, cold water will be temporarily shut off on December 29.
Incidents

In part of Bishkek, cold water will be temporarily shut off on December 29.

Photo courtesy of the Bishkek City Hall press service In the residential area of "Altyn Ordo," cold water supply to residential buildings, educational institutions, kindergartens, medical facilities, and other social and industrial facilities will be suspended on December 29 from 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM. The press service of Bishkek City Hall reported this. The reason for the shutdown is the need to carry out pipe reconfiguration work, as well as the installation of valves and a fire

28.12.2025, 11:05
Like Another Planet. A Kyrgyz Person on Life in Papua New Guinea and Working at the UN
Society

Like Another Planet. A Kyrgyz Person on Life in Papua New Guinea and Working at the UN

Kанагат Алышбаев, a native of the village of Sary-Kamysh in the Issyk-Kul region, holds a degree in "computer engineering" from the International University "Atatürk-Alatoo." For the past 4.5 years, he has been living in Papua New Guinea, where he works within the structures of the United Nations. In an interview with 24.kg, Alyshev shared his experiences of living in this exotic country and talked about his career at the UN.

28.12.2025, 11:04
Exclusive

To expand the airport in Osh, 1.97 hectares of irrigated arable land were transformed.

- According to the resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers dated December 12, 2025, No. 806, a plot of land with an area of 1.9732 hectares, located in the rural district of Manas in the Kara-Suu district of the Osh region, has been reclassified from "agricultural land" to "land for industry, transport, communications, energy, defense, and other purposes." The document states that this plot consists of irrigated arable land, distributed across the contours: No. 87 (0.35 ha),

28.12.2025, 10:54
About 1 million units of pyrotechnics destroyed in Tashkent
Society

About 1 million units of pyrotechnics destroyed in Tashkent

In Tashkent, 945,000 pyrotechnic items were destroyed on Tuesday at the fire and rescue station of the Bektemir district, which had been seized during operations by customs and law enforcement agencies. The total value of the destroyed pyrotechnics amounts to nearly 500 million soms, as reported by a correspondent from "Gazeta".

28.12.2025, 10:44
Stocks Ahead of the New Year: How to Avoid Falling for Marketing Tricks?
Society

Stocks Ahead of the New Year: How to Avoid Falling for Marketing Tricks?

As the New Year approaches, stores and online resources in Kyrgyzstan are actively offering enticing discounts and promotions to customers. However, experts warn that such offers may hide clever marketing tricks that lead consumers to spend more than they intended. Consumer protection specialists highlight one of the most common tricks: artificially inflating prices before sales. At first glance, products may be sold at a discount, but their actual cost often does not differ from the regular

28.12.2025, 10:21
Economy

Investments in the construction of hotels and restaurants increased by 23.2% from January to November

- The report for January–November 2025 presents information that the volume of invested funds in the construction of hotels and restaurants increased by 23.2% compared to the previous year. This data was published in statistical materials. The reports indicate that the main source of financing in this sector has been funds from the population, charitable contributions from residents of the Kyrgyz Republic, as well as financing from enterprises and organizations, including bank loans. These

28.12.2025, 09:58
Education

An educational event on the national values of the Kyrgyz people took place at the At-Bashy kindergarten.

In the Naryn region, at the Kümöndöra Tynalieva kindergarten, an educational event took place, titled "Passing on the Values of the Kyrgyz People to Future Generations." The main goal of this event was to introduce young children to the rich heritage of the Kyrgyz people, their traditions, and cultural customs. Special attention was given to fostering friendly relationships, moral values, as well as respect for elders and care for the younger ones. During the event, participants were

28.12.2025, 09:32
A Study on Youth Presented in Bishkek
Politics

A Study on Youth Presented in Bishkek

A presentation of the analytical review "Youth in the Kyrgyz Republic" took place in Bishkek, which was developed based on data from the population and housing census conducted in 2022.

28.12.2025, 09:24
How to Avoid Spending New Year's in the Hospital? Tips and Recommendations from Doctors
Society

How to Avoid Spending New Year's in the Hospital? Tips and Recommendations from Doctors

Photo 24.kg With the arrival of December, medical professionals in Kyrgyzstan prepare for an increase in the number of patient visits. Emergency rooms begin to operate at an increased capacity, cardiologists see patients without breaks, and toxicologists record a rise in acute cases on December 31 and January 1. What causes this influx of patients? And, of course, how can one ensure that the New Year is celebrated not in a hospital, but in a home environment with loved ones? 24.kg has prepared

28.12.2025, 09:16
Society

"The Hunter's House" in Karakol: The History of the Building Associated with Przhevalsky

In Karakol, there is a building that has served an important cultural function for over a hundred years. Currently, it houses the Issyk-Kul Regional Center for Children's and Youth Creativity, as reported by the city administration. Although the exact date of its construction remains unknown, its history clearly exceeds the century mark, considering the significant events associated with it.

28.12.2025, 08:56
Week 24. The detention of the akim, a high-profile murder, and the launch of a solar power plant
Society

Week 24. The detention of the akim, a high-profile murder, and the launch of a solar power plant

Starting from April 1 of next year, teachers and doctors will receive a 100 percent salary increase. This was announced by President Sadyr Japarov at the People's Kurultai. “The Prime Minister Adylbek Kasymaliev had previously announced a 50 percent increase. However, after reviewing the financial capabilities, we decided to raise the average salary by 100 percent, adding a presidential compensation payment of 15,000 soms,” he noted.

28.12.2025, 08:13
Society

"Zhubaylar": How a Kazakhstani woman Khorlan healed from illness and found her happiness at Issyk-Kul

In the "Jubailar" section, today we will tell you about Khorlan Beksyrgaeva and Moldaly Adzhikulov, who live in the Sokuluk district of Chui region. Khorlan Beksyrgaeva's journey from the Sokuluk district of Chui region began with a trip to Issyk-Kul, where she sought treatment for her allergies. Ultimately, she not only recovered but also married a Kyrgyz man, deciding to stay in Kyrgyzstan forever.

28.12.2025, 05:50