On New Year's Eve, a stable public situation was recorded in Bishkek. This information was provided by the Bishkek City Police Department. To ensure law and order, more than 2,700 internal affairs employees worked in an enhanced mode. Thanks to the coordinated efforts of the police, which helped prevent violations of public order and emergencies, the situation remained under control.
According to information provided by the Agency for Strategic Planning and Reforms of Kazakhstan, as of January 1, 2025, there are 59,537 registered companies in the country, which is an increase of 6.8% compared to the end of 2023. This data was published in Kazakhstani news outlets. Here is how the dynamics of the number of companies looks as of the current date:
As part of the New Year celebrations, 15 new residents were born at the Osh City Maternity Hospital. This information was provided by representatives of the maternity hospital in the city of Osh. According to the data, 15 infants were born from midnight to eight in the morning on January 1. The report notes that among the newborns, there are 9 boys and 6 girls.
html On January 1, 2023, the Deputy Prime Minister and Head of the State Committee for National Security, Kamchybek Tashiev, conducted an unscheduled working visit to the border post "Bek-Abad," located in the Suzak district. This information was announced by the press service of the State Committee for National Security of the Kyrgyz Republic. During the inspection, Kamchybek Tashiev examined the checkpoints and emphasized the need for repair work, as well as landscaping the area.
A fire at the historic Vondelkerk church started shortly before 01:00. According to reports from the Dutch broadcaster NOS, no injuries have been reported as a result of the incident. However, due to flying debris caused by a breeze, residents of nearby homes were evacuated and temporarily housed in a yoga studio. Amsterdam Mayor Femke Halsema visited the scene to assess the situation.
On the night of December 31 to January 1, residents of many countries around the world celebrated the arrival of 2026 with bright fireworks, light shows, and concerts. Central squares of cities and waterfronts became places for mass festivities. The first to delight their residents were the countries of the Asia-Pacific region. In Sydney and Auckland, colorful fireworks erupted over the harbors and famous architectural structures to the sounds of festive music, gathering thousands of
- According to statistical data, the volume of foreign direct investment (excluding outflow) has increased over the past five years from $537.6 million to $1,029.7 million. Thus, the growth amounted to $492.1 million, which corresponds to 91.5%.
The New Year in Osh passed without incidents. This information was provided by the press service of the city’s Department of Internal Affairs.
According to IQAir data, as of 11:00 AM on January 1, 2026, the air quality index in Bishkek is 72 AQI. This figure indicates a satisfactory condition.
- From January to November 2025, Kyrgyzstan exported 1,500 tons of chicken feet to China, as reported by the General Administration of Customs of the People's Republic of China. This figure represents an increase of 7.5% compared to the same period in 2024.
On New Year's Eve, at 10:00 PM, residents of Osh, Balakchy, and Kyzyl-Kiya witnessed a power outage and the cessation of musical accompaniment. Information about this quickly spread on social media. According to user reports, the outage occurred simultaneously in several areas of these cities, including the central squares where New Year's celebrations were taking place.
On New Year's Eve, 365 births were registered in Kyrgyzstan, including four cases of twins, reports the press service of the Ministry of Health. According to the information from the department, two sets of twins were born at the Jalal-Abad Interregional Combined Clinical Hospital, one set at the Bishkek City Perinatal Center, and one set at the Osh City Maternity Hospital.
On January 1st, a warehouse storing auto parts caught fire on Patrice Lumumba Street in Bishkek. Information about the incident was received by the Ministry of Emergency Situations of the Kyrgyz Republic. According to the Ministry of Emergency Situations, the fire alarm was registered at 05:05. Five fire crews and an operational headquarters were mobilized to extinguish it. The fire was completely extinguished by 07:13.
As part of a month-long campaign titled "Adhering to Traffic Rules - A Guarantee of Human Life," the employees of UPSM organized a meeting with the rector of the Orthodox church dedicated to the holy princes Gleb and Boris, located in the village of Kozhomkul (Voenno-Antonovka). During the event, the clergyman urged motorists to refrain from driving under the influence of alcohol and to strictly follow traffic rules. "This is haram," he emphasized.
Donald Trump, the President of the United States, expressed dissatisfaction with the remarks made by his special representative for Ukraine, Keith Kellogg, who compared Volodymyr Zelensky to Abraham Lincoln and described him as a brave man. This was reported by The New York Times, citing its sources. Photo from the archive. Keith Kellogg
In the Sverdlovsk district of Bishkek, search operations related to the tragic death of three employees of the municipal enterprise "Tazalyk," who fell into the technical channel of the CHPP, have been completed. The Ministry of Emergency Situations reported that all the missing individuals have been found. According to the agency, the search began on December 30 at the direction of Lieutenant General Boobek Azhikeev. As a result of the work of the Ministry of Emergency Situations
Search operations in Bishkek have concluded, and the body of the third employee of the municipal enterprise "Tazalyk," who fell into the thermal power plant's technical channel, was found today. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Emergency Situations. According to the agency, rescue operations were conducted from December 30 at the direction of the Minister of Emergency Situations Boobek Azhikeev.
In the center of Osh, where the New Year celebrations took place, the cleanup work has been completed. This information was provided by the city administration. As a result of the cleanup, 20 cubic meters of waste were removed from the square: 10 cubic meters were cleared last night and another 10 cubic meters this morning.
On New Year's morning in Bishkek, firefighters battled a large fire at an auto parts warehouse The fire, which occurred on Patrice Lumumba Street in the Pervomaisky district, was reported at 05:05. According to the Ministry of Emergency Situations, two fire crews from the Lenin district, two from the Pervomaisky district, and one from the Sverdlovsky district arrived at the scene to extinguish the flames.
Several high-ranking officials from Kyrgyzstan visited Saudi Arabia to perform the minor Umrah. This event became known thanks to a published photograph taken by the Chairman of the State Tax Service, Almambet Shykmamatov. The photo also features the Chief of Staff of the President, Kanybek Tumanbaev, as well as the Head of Information Policy of the Presidential Administration, Daiyrbek Orunbekov, and several other officials.
In Bishkek, before the heavy rain that preceded the New Year, the Old Bishkek area was affected, where flooding occurred. Social media users began actively sharing photos and videos from the flooded areas, criticizing the designers for inadequate preparation. In response to the criticism, Nariman Tyuleev, one of the authors of the Old Bishkek project, urged the city's residents not to rush to conclusions and to show patience. He emphasized that the project is still in the implementation
- In its latest report on monetary policy, the NBKR presented a forecast for the balance of payments for 2025 and 2026, highlighting a high degree of uncertainty in the external environment and the associated risks to the stability of the external sector. According to the main forecasts, in 2025, the current account of the balance of payments will remain negative, amounting to 23.2% of GDP. It is expected that the deficit will increase compared to 2024, which will be linked to high import
The mayor of Bishkek, Aibek Junushaliev, announced that Abdyrahmanov Street at the intersection with Chyngyz Aitmatov Avenue will be opened for entry, but exiting from it will be impossible. In this regard, Abdyrahmanov Street will become one-way, and the mayor has instructed to remove the blocking structures.
A traffic accident occurred at Issyk-Kul, reports Turmush correspondent. Eyewitnesses stated that the incident took place on December 31 at around 15:00 on the Kyzyl-Suu—Saru highway.
- On December 29, 2025, a Protocol was signed that amends the Agreement on Unified Principles and Rules for the Circulation of Medical Devices in the Eurasian Economic Union. This was reported by the Eurasian Economic Commission. Key aspects of the new document:
Starting from January 1, 2026, the section of Chyngyz Aitmatov Avenue will be closed to traffic from Semetey Street to A. Masaliev Street. The mayor of the capital of Kyrgyzstan, Aibek Junushaliev, announced that the road closure will last until January 10.
- In 2025, a decision was made to allocate a loan of 25 million dollars to ensure price stability for fuel and lubricants (F&L) in Kyrgyzstan. This was reported by Muratbek Imankulov, Deputy Chairman of the Antimonopoly Service, which, together with the Cabinet of Ministers, oversees this area. Imankulov emphasized that the Antimonopoly Service actively collaborates with the Association of Oil Traders of Kyrgyzstan and gas station owners. The parties signed an agreement that obliges them to
According to the press service of the Ministry of Health, 367 children were born in Kyrgyzstan on New Year's Day, including 177 boys and 190 girls.
A concert dedicated to the celebration of the New Year 2026 took place in Ala-Too Square on December 31. The mayor of the capital, Aibek Junushaliev, congratulated residents and guests on the upcoming holiday. He also noted that in 2025, construction work was completed on facilities such as the "Alga" sports complex, the "Zhashtyk" arena, and an eco-technology plant for the disposal of solid household waste with electricity production.
According to information from the Ministry of Health, there were 365 births recorded in Kyrgyzstan over the past day, including four cases of twins. Twin births were registered in several medical institutions: two at the Jalal-Abad Interregional Combined Clinical Hospital, one at the Bishkek City Perinatal Center, and one at the Osh City Maternity Hospital.
The British newspaper The Guardian included Eldar Ryazanov's classic film "The Irony of Fate, or Enjoy Your Bath!" in its list of the best movies to watch during the New Year holidays. This work of art has been recognized as one of the best options for a cozy evening during the festivities.
- According to the draft revised budget for 2025, expenditures from the republican budget for utility services have increased by 10.6%. Now, 4.9 billion soms are allocated for these needs, which exceeds the initially planned 4.5 billion.
Nariman Tyuleyev, one of the authors of the Old Bishkek project, urged the residents of Kyrgyzstan to “be kinder for at least one day, enjoy life, and smile at each other.” He made this statement in response to photos that social media users posted after the rain before the New Year.
- According to data from the Rosselkhoznadzor as of December 19, 2025, there is a positive trend in the export of Russian livestock products for most categories compared to 2024. Kyrgyzstan has become one of the key importers of Russian livestock products within the EAEU, alongside countries such as Kazakhstan, Belarus, and Armenia. The main products that Kyrgyzstan imports include poultry meat, pork, live animals, and eggs.
After the New Year celebrations, a significant amount of waste, totaling 20 cubic meters, was collected in the central square of Osh. This information was provided by the municipal enterprise "Osh Tazalyk".
On January 1 of this year, cloudy weather is observed at all major passes in Kyrgyzstan. The roads remain clear for passage, and traffic is proceeding without restrictions. This information was provided by the Ministry of Transport and Communications. The ministry emphasized that road services are working daily to maintain road safety at the passes and highways.
On Nurzhol Boulevard in Astana, an unusual art Christmas tree, made in the style of құрақ-көрпе, was presented. The creation of this unique object was made possible thanks to the efforts of creative volunteers, reports the press service of the akimat.
In Bishkek, in the Sverdlovsk district, search and rescue operations related to the fall of three employees of the 'Tazalyk' company into the technical channel of the CHPP have been completed. This was reported by representatives of the Ministry of Emergency Situations of Kyrgyzstan. The operation involved the rescue services of the Ministry of Emergency Situations of Kyrgyzstan. As a result of the conducted searches, all three missing persons were found.
On New Year's Eve in Kara-Balta, a traffic accident involving three cars was reported, according to a Turmush correspondent. According to preliminary data, the incident involved a "Subaru," an "Audi," and a "Mercedes." The accident occurred on Kozhomberdieva Street.
A fire occurred at the Sokuluk market yesterday, December 31, related to the ignition of a vehicle. According to information from the press service of the Traffic Police Department of the Chui region, inspectors quickly responded to the incident.
- Since 2014, the Rosselkhoznadzor has been working on the integration of electronic veterinary systems, which has enabled connections with more than 50 countries and the receipt of foreign veterinary certificates in electronic format. This was reported by the Rosselkhoznadzor. During this period, over 403 thousand electronic certificates have been received from foreign partners. In turn, 340 thousand certificates have been issued for export in digital form.
According to information provided by the Ministry of Health of Kyrgyzstan, there were 365 births in the republic over the past 24 hours, resulting in the arrival of 367 newborns. Among these newborns, four sets of twins were registered: two were born at the Jalal-Abad Interregional Combined Clinical Hospital, one at the Bishkek City Perinatal Center, and one at the Osh City Maternity Hospital.
According to information from the city authorities, the opening of the new park "Sanjyra" was attended by Mayor Aibek Junushaliev. This event was made possible thanks to the support of the President of the Kyrgyz Republic. A modern park has been created over an area of 2 hectares, which includes playgrounds for children, a mini-football field, and comfortable walking areas.
In Kara-Kul, located in the Jalal-Abad region, a solemn event took place on December 31 dedicated to the awarding of athletes. Present at this event were the Deputy Mayor of Manas Abdykalyk, the Chairman of the City Council Chyngyz Kimsanov, and several local deputies.
According to information from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic, starting from 2026, all foreigners planning trips to Georgia will be required to have a valid medical insurance policy, as well as accident insurance, valid for the entire duration of their stay in the country.
The Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Russian Federation has announced the launch of an experiment aimed at attracting foreign workers for the period from 2027 to 2029. This project will be implemented throughout the country, except for Moscow and the surrounding region, as reported by "RBK". As part of this initiative, registers will be formed for both employers and foreign citizens who will participate in the program. The attraction of migrants will only be permitted for those
During his speech, Zelensky raised an important question: "What exactly does Ukraine want?" He answered it by emphasizing that peace is necessary, but not at any cost. "We strive for the end of the war, but not at the expense of losing Ukraine. Are we tired? Yes, very much. But that doesn't mean we are ready to surrender. Those who think so are greatly mistaken," he noted. In addition, the President of Ukraine shared that over the past year, he managed, albeit with
Shumkarbek Adilbek uulu has been appointed as the head of the National Institute for Strategic Initiatives. This was announced by the press service of the President of Kyrgyzstan. Photo from the archive. Shumkarbek Adilbek uulu became the head of NISI
