According to information from the press service of the Ministry of Agriculture, there is a growth in domestic production of vegetable oil in Kyrgyzstan. This will significantly reduce import supplies and improve the market situation.
In the Ala-Bukinsky district, a joyful event occurred: triplets were born on New Year's Eve, according to information provided by the local government administration. The agency reported that the newborns include two girls and one boy. Their condition, as well as that of the mother, is assessed as stable.
On January 2, 1969, the coldest day in the history of Bishkek was recorded, according to data from the "Weather and Climate" resource. On that day, the temperature dropped to -28.6 degrees.
Starting from February 17, 2026, we embark on a new journey under the aegis of the Red Fire Horse in the Chinese zodiac. This symbol represents unquenchable energy, a quest for freedom, and independence. Kyrgyzstan is opening a new cycle with the VIII convocation of the Jogorku Kenesh.
During a vacation in São Paulo, Roberto Carlos, the 52-year-old former footballer, underwent a routine medical examination due to suspicions of a blood clot in his leg. During the examination, doctors were able to identify heart problems, which led to an immediate decision to perform surgery.
Changes have occurred in public transport movement in Bishkek. This is related to the temporary closure of a section of Chyngyz Aitmatov Avenue. Starting from January 1, 2026, the segment from Semetey Street to A. Masaliev Street has been closed, which has affected routes No. 33, No. 8, and No. 55.
According to new information, the mandatory presence of a medical insurance policy and accident insurance is stipulated by the legislation of Georgia in the field of tourism and applies to all trips: tourist, business, and private. The insurance can be obtained from both Georgian and foreign insurance companies and must be provided in paper or electronic form in Georgian or English.
The rural administration of Issyk-Kul, part of the Tyup district, participated in the republican competition "Best Rural Administration" and won the grand prize in 2025. Throughout the year, the workforce of the Issyk-Kul rural administration implemented projects for the development of internal infrastructure, social construction, greening, and improvement, as well as income-generating production projects.
Vendors and traders cross the bridge during protests against economic conditions and unstable currency in Tehran on December 29, 2025. Some traders closed their shops in protest against economic hardships and sharp fluctuations in the Iranian currency, as reported by Iranian media, following similar actions the day before. Iran's currency has fallen to record lows on the unofficial market, where the dollar is trading at around 1.42 million rials compared to 820,000 rials a year earlier,
The oath ceremony took place at the abandoned City Hall subway station in Manhattan, which has been closed since 1945. Beside the newly elected mayor was his wife, Rama Duvaji. The oath was administered by New York State Attorney General Letitia James. Mamdani chose this location to emphasize his connection with the working class. In his first speech as mayor, he announced the appointment of a new commissioner for the Department of Transportation — Mike Flynn. At the final stage of the
The International Owlypia Olympiad, held in various countries including Mongolia, is a competition for school students where participants demonstrate their knowledge in English in areas such as mathematics, sciences, arts, and social sciences. Bold Khurelsukh, representing Mongolia at the International OWLYPIA Olympiad in England in the "Social Sciences" category, successfully completed all tasks that tested his level of English proficiency and became the holder of a GOLD medal. He
At its recent session held on December 31, 2025, the government made a decision to implement a 300-day plan aimed at accelerating economic recovery and ensuring its benefits for the population. Information about this was published on the official government website. As part of this plan, ministers, as well as heads of state institutions and commissions, were instructed not to increase fees and payments for services provided to the population and businesses during the financial year 2026. This
To increase pensions in 2026, the government of Mongolia approved a draft resolution regarding the increase of pension payments and the revision of minimum pension thresholds during its session on December 31, 2025. According to the new decision, the minimum full pension and the pension for military personnel, paid from the Social Insurance Fund, will be set at ₮769,000, while the minimum proportional pension will amount to ₮652,400.
Richard Buangan, the U.S. Ambassador to Mongolia, sent a video greeting expressing hope for prosperity for the Mongolian people in 2026. In this greeting, he noted: “Good evening!
On Wednesday, the Mongolian government announced the extension of visa-free entry for South Korean citizens, which will be in effect until the end of 2026 for short-term trips to the country. This decision was made as part of the government's initiative to develop year-round tourism and a program called "Years of Visiting Mongolia," aimed at stimulating tourist flow and supporting the sector.
Richard Lee Buangan — American diplomat, The tradition of worshiping the morning sun on New Year's Day is an ancient custom of the Mongolian people, during which people bow to the sky at sunrise, offering milk, alcohol, and tea, as well as sprinkling the sky with these drinks. This ritual symbolizes luck and positive emotions in the new year, and the first sight of the sun determines the color of the year and embodies the light of the coming time, making it a significant part of the
left: Shen Minjuan and Amartuvshin Gombosuren On December 30, 2025, a meeting took place between the Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Mongolia, Amartuvshin Gombosuren, and the Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary Ambassador of China to Mongolia, Ms. Shen Minjuan. Information about this appeared on the official Facebook page of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Mongolia. The Deputy Minister noted at the beginning of the conversation that for Mongolia, relations with China are one of the main
The new spin-off of the popular Netflix series "Physical: Asia," titled "Physical: Welcome To Mongolia," promises an exciting journey where participants from Mongolia, South Korea, and Australia come together against the backdrop of picturesque Mongolian landscapes to develop friendships. This short travel reality series, created by the production company TEO under the guidance of renowned producer Kim Tae-ho (known for the project Hangout With Yoo), was first presented to
According to information from the Ministry of Emergency Situations, the body of the third worker from the municipal enterprise "Tazalyk," who fell into the technical channel, has been found. On December 30, an incident occurred in which three employees of "Tazalyk" fell into the technical channel while returning home from work. The first body was found immediately, while the second worker, Zh.Z. (born in 1963), was discovered on December 31. The body of the third employee,
The State Service for the Execution of Sentences (GSIN) reacted to the information published by the General Prosecutor's Office regarding the procurement of fish at inflated prices. According to the prosecutor's data, in 2025, GSIN purchased frozen fish at prices significantly exceeding market rates, resulting in damage to the state budget amounting to 15.9 million soms.
According to information from the Ministry of Emergency Situations, the fire in the private house has been successfully extinguished. The incident occurred at the address: Yudakhina Street, 31. As a result of the tragedy, a woman, M. L., born in 1946, lost her life.
Over the last day, the traffic police detained 75 drivers under the influence of alcohol. The total number of traffic rule violators reached 3002 people. Among them, 336 drivers were caught for speeding.
A fire has been reported in one of the private houses in Bishkek, and five fire crews are working at the scene. This information was provided by the Ministry of Emergency Situations (MES). The incident occurred in the Lenin district of the capital.
As a result of a tragic incident that occurred in a private house on Yudakhina Street, 31, a 79-year-old woman has died. This information was provided by the Internal Affairs Department of the Lenin District. Fire services were able to localize the fire at the scene of the incident.
In the capital of Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek, police officers detained a taxi driver who insulted his passenger. The arrest will last for three days. According to the Internal Affairs Department of the Lenin District, a recording of the incident was published on social media.
In the Kyrgyz Republic, as a result of operational measures, the State National Security Committee (GKNB) uncovered cases of illegal alienation of real estate belonging to the Kyrgyz Society of the Blind and Deaf. Special services established that a land plot measuring 1 hectare, owned by this organization and located at: B. Isakiev Street, House No. 1 in Bishkek, was artificially divided into several parts. On some of these plots, the construction company Pioneer built multi-apartment
On December 30 in Bishkek, the city police reported several incidents related to domestic violence. On the evening of the same day, the police received information about a conflict in a family located on Young Guard Boulevard. A man, under the influence of alcohol, caused a scandal by using physical force against his adopted son, born in 2011, and disturbing the peace in the home. The case has been forwarded to court for further proceedings, according to the police data.
In the capital of Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek, temporary changes to public transport routes will take effect from January 1, 2026. This affects buses numbered 33, 8, and 55, as reported by the city administration. The reason for these changes is the closure of a section of Chyngyz Aitmatov Avenue from Semetey Street to A. Masaliev Street.
On December 31, 2025, on New Year's Day, 36-year-old Gülnaра Junusova, residing in the village of Terek-Suu, gave birth to her fourth child in the maternity ward of the At-Bashinsky District Hospital. This time, Gülnaра became the mother of a boy, adding a new member to her family.
During his visit to the border checkpoint "Bekabad," the head of the State National Security Committee, Kamchybek Tashiev, expressed doubt about the condition of one of the border guards, suspecting him of being under the influence of alcohol. Tashiev inquired about how work was proceeding at the checkpoint and asked whether the employee had consumed alcohol. To this, the border guard confidently replied, "Not at all." After that, the head of the State National Security
On New Year's Eve in the capital of the United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi, a new world record in the field of fireworks was set. For the celebration, the citizens witnessed a grand performance involving about 6,500 drones, elevating the show to a global scale in terms of magnitude.
The Deputy Prime Minister and Head of the State Committee for National Security, Kamchybek Tashiev, conducted an inspection of the border crossing point "Bekabad" on January 1, which is located in the Suzak district. During the visit, he emphasized the need to improve the condition of the area at the crossing point, to carry out major repairs, and to enhance landscaping. Tashiev also noted the importance of creating comfortable conditions for citizens crossing the border to avoid long
As reported by Collider, the music channels MTV, including MTV Music, MTV 80s, MTV 90s, Club MTV, and MTV Live, are ceasing their broadcasts. The statement reads: "If you feel like your youth is slipping away — it probably is. After 44 years since its launch, MTV, as we knew it, no longer exists. By the end of the year, all remaining 24-hour MTV music channels will shut down worldwide." However, the main MTV HD channel will continue to operate in the U.S., although its programming
With the beginning of the new year 2026, vibrant celebrations took place simultaneously around the planet, where residents of various countries delighted themselves with fireworks and unique shows. The first to welcome the New Year were the inhabitants of Kiritimati Island in Kiribati, while the last were several Pacific islands, marking an event that spanned about 26 hours. In Dubai, spectators enjoyed a grand fireworks display and laser show at the famous Burj Khalifa, where a countdown and a
A tragedy at the ski resort of Crans-Montana occurred on New Year's Eve when an explosion and subsequent fire at the Le Constellation bar claimed the lives of approximately 40 people, and around 100 were injured, many of whom suffered severe burns. Swiss law enforcement does not consider this incident a terrorist act. Preliminary data suggests that the cause of the fire may have been the use of pyrotechnics. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic is actively monitoring the
Starting from January 1, there will be temporary changes to the routes of buses No. 33, No. 8, and No. 55 in Bishkek. The reason for the changes is the closure of a section of Chyngyz Aitmatov Avenue, which is located between Semetey Street and A. Masaliev Street.
According to local residents, this building mainly houses people who were affected during the events of April 7. It is important to note that both this building and the neighboring one at 29/1a lack centralized gas supply, which forces many residents to use gas cylinders. At the moment, the causes of the fire are being investigated; however, eyewitnesses report an explosion of a gas cylinder that occurred after the fire started.
In the village of Ketmen-Töbö, located in the Kara-Kul district of the Jalal-Abad region, a two-story residential building with six apartments burned down on the night of December 31, reports Turmush correspondent. According to preliminary information, the fire broke out around 00:10.
According to monitoring data conducted in 2025, the population of snow leopards in the State Natural Park "Khan-Teniri" remains stable. These rare animals have been found throughout the park. Photos of the leopards taken with camera traps were also presented.
In Kyrgyzstan, no precipitation is expected. The temperature in Bishkek will fluctuate from −1 degree at night to +9 degrees during the day.
Abdominal bloating, often occurring after New Year's feasts due to excessive eating, can be a sign of serious illnesses. This is reported by RIA Novosti, citing information from The Sun. According to Dr. Donald Grant, a general practitioner and senior clinical consultant at The Independent Pharmacy, in women, this symptom often signals ovarian cancer. Additionally, it may indicate food intolerance or the presence of tumors.
On New Year's Eve, a fire broke out in a vehicle in Balakchy, which was promptly extinguished, reports Turmush correspondent. According to available information, the incident occurred near the "Green City" beach, where the engine compartment of a "Honda Stepwgn" caught fire.
The Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers and head of the State Committee for National Security, Kamchybek Tashiev, addressed medical workers with a call not to demand illegal payments from patients. He also handed over vehicles to the employees of the Center for the Protection of Motherhood and Childhood named after Aliyma Tashieva.
In this match, according to information from the Kyrgyz Football Union, the Kyrgyz team confidently won with a crushing score of 6:0.
The head of the State Committee for National Security and Deputy Prime Minister Kamchybek Tashiev handed over 34 vehicles to the medical staff of the Alima Tashieva Center for Maternal and Child Health. According to him, in accordance with the directive from President Sadyr Japarov, an increase in salaries for medical workers by 100% is expected starting from April 1.
On the festive night dedicated to the New Year, 75 drivers were detained in Kyrgyzstan for being behind the wheel while intoxicated. This was reported by the press service of the Main Department for Ensuring Road Safety of the Ministry of Internal Affairs. Photo from the press service of the GUBDD
Kamchybek Tashiev, the chairman of the State Committee for National Security (SCNS), unexpectedly conducted an inspection at the border checkpoint "Bek-Abad," located in the Suzak district. A recording of his inspection quickly spread on social media.
Anthony Joshua, the British heavyweight boxer, was among those injured in a fatal road incident in Nigeria, which resulted in the deaths of two people, according to local authorities.
