Life in the Regions: Her Hands Swelled from Yarn, but She Didn't Give Up: The Story of a Craftswoman from Karakol

Elvira Turumkul kyzy, a resident of the city of Karakol, is passionate about knitting shoes and handmade bags. This year, her products attracted many buyers at a major winter fair. She was born in 1991 in the village of Bayzak, in the Naryn region, worked as a seamstress, and got married in 2013. In Karakol, she lives with her husband and two sons.

France and Germany presented their path from conflict to alliance to Bishkek

On January 21 and 22, 2026, Bishkek became a venue for the celebration of the 63rd anniversary of the Élysée Treaty and the 7th anniversary of the Aachen Treaty. These agreements laid the foundation for reconciliation and long-term partnership between countries that were once adversaries and are now considered one of the most resilient alliances in Europe.

Jalal-Abad Children's Hospital: The Plenipotentiary Representative Ordered to Improve Conditions Due to the Rise in Flu Incidence

Today, Tilek Tekebaev, the authorized representative of the President of Kyrgyzstan in the Jalal-Abad region, conducted an inspection at the children's clinical hospital located in this area. He familiarized himself with the operations of the institution and the medical services provided to patients. Currently, the hospital is operating under increased load. Although its capacity is sufficient for 160 beds, there are currently 268 children here, most of whom are suffering from colds and

Marlen Mamataliyev proposed to abolish the night shift bonus.

The deputy believes it is advisable to carry out garbage collection and road work at night At a recent parliamentary meeting, Deputy Marlen Mamataliyev proposed organizing the work of the municipal enterprise "Tazalyk" and road repairs during the night. During the discussion of the draft law "On Labor Protection," he pointed to the practice used in other countries where such work is done at night. Mamataliyev noted: "During the day, we face traffic jams and closed

Dmitry Bivol is vying for the title of Fighter of the Year according to The Ring

Dmitry Bivol, who is 35 years old, holds titles from the International Boxing Federation (IBF), World Boxing Organization (WBO), and World Boxing Association (WBA). His professional record stands at 24 wins, including 12 by knockout, and one loss. In 2022, he was awarded the title of "Fighter of the Year" by The Ring. In his amateur career, Bivol earned numerous accolades, including a championship at the World Martial Arts Games in 2013 and a silver medal at the Universiade in the

Driver with fake license plates fined 35,000 soms in Osh

The incident occurred on January 15, 2025, at approximately 3:00 PM, on Osh-3000 Street in the rural district of the Aravan region. The vehicle was stopped by officers of the district traffic police department because the driver was operating the vehicle in an extremely aggressive and dangerous manner. During the inspection, it was found that the car had fake state license plates.

In Alai, attacks by wolves on yaks and horses have increased

In the Alay district, there is an increase in wolf attacks on yaks and horses. Turmush — In recent days, there have been more frequent cases of wolf attacks on local animals, including yaks and horses, in the Alay district.

The illegally privatized land plot of the Academy of Sciences of Kyrgyzstan has been returned to the state.

In a case related to the illegal privatization of properties belonging to the National Academy of Sciences of Kyrgyzstan (NAS KR), initiated on the grounds of corruption (part 1 of article 336 of the Criminal Code of the KR), a land plot of 11.2 hectares has been returned to the state balance, reports the State Committee for National Security (SCNS) of Kyrgyzstan. According to information, in 1997, the Bishkek city administration issued decree No. 107, which allocated a land plot of 11.2

In Gülchö, the city budget for 2026 is being discussed

In Gülchö, located in the Alaï district of the Osh region, public hearings are taking place regarding the approval of the city budget for 2026, as reported by the city administration. Since January 20, Mayor Nursultan Tajibaev has been holding meetings with residents of the city in various neighborhoods to gather their opinions and suggestions.

OJSC "Airports of Kyrgyzstan" purchased 3 new de-icers for anti-icing treatment of aircraft

Flight safety for us is not just a word, but specific measures and technologies. In this regard, JSC "Airports of Kyrgyzstan" has expanded its fleet with three new de-icers—specialized machines designed for de-icing aircraft before takeoff. This equipment was manufactured by the Danish company "Vestergaard Company A/S," known for its solutions for ground handling of aircraft, including de-icing equipment. This product is used in airports around the world and has proven to

"I Dreamed of Taking My Father's Place" — Son of the Thief-in-Law "Bakhti of Tashkent"

As part of the story, Bekzod Zafarov spoke about his duties in the colony, including household and construction work, as well as participation in production activities at the colony's enterprise. He noted that his life behind bars is radically different from what it was before his arrest. “I am the eldest son of Bakhtier Kudratullaev. Before my arrest, I was confident that I could take my father's place. At that time, I thought it was the right thing to do, but now I realize it was a

In the Kemin District, a train hit a foal — it survived

In the Chuy region, in the Kemin district, an unusual incident occurred: a train hit a foal. This event was recorded on January 21 on the railway line between the villages of Ak-Beket and Kashkelen. Local residents report that despite the serious injuries sustained, the foal survived.

The Ministry of Labor explained how the rights of remote workers are protected

At a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, Deputy Ulukbek Karybek uulu asked the First Deputy Minister of Labor, Social Security, and Migration Kamchybek Dosmatov about the protection of the rights of employees working remotely. In response, Dosmatov stated that amendments had been made to the labor code regarding the term "remote work." Based on this, labor contracts between employers and employees will be formed.

"Project Zheneke": They gave up their city home and moved to the village: How Aizhan Kurmanbekova and her husband built a happy life on a farm

31-year-old Aizhan Kurmanbekova, a resident of the village of Ananyevo located in the Issyk-Kul district of the Issyk-Kul region, shared the problems and joys of her life. Aizhan, born in 1995, recalls how she first met her love during her school years.

About 70% of traffic accidents involving buses in Bishkek occur due to the fault of other drivers - Omurzakov

On the air of Birinchi Radio, the chief engineer of bus fleet No. 2, Arthur Omurzakov, shared information about the situation with drivers and the operation of the bus fleets of the Municipal Enterprise "Bishkek City Transport." According to him, there are five bus fleets operating in Bishkek, covering various areas of the city, with a total of 2,660 drivers. He noted that there is a variety on the roads: among the drivers, there are both responsible ones and those who do not follow

The unions' money is directed towards the construction of wellness facilities.

According to Muradil Jumadilde uulu, the chairman of the Federation of Trade Unions of Kyrgyzstan, after optimizing the expenses of sectoral education committees in 2024-2025, it was possible to significantly save funds. He shared this information at a press conference at the "Kabar" agency. Currently, union members contribute one percent of their salary as membership fees; of this amount, 70% remains with the primary organization, while 30% is transferred to the sectoral committee.

A truck overturned on the Bishkek—Osh highway

On the Bishkek—Osh highway, a traffic accident occurred involving a Howo brand truck. As a result of the incident, a 33-year-old driver was hospitalized. The event took place on January 22 at around 9:30 AM on the bypass road in the Suzak district. According to eyewitnesses, the truck was descending from the Topurak-Bel pass towards the village of Suzak. During the descent, the vehicle experienced a brake failure, which led to it overturning on the bypass road.

1500 calls a day. The Bishkek Emergency Medical Center will increase the number of dispatchers

In Bishkek, there is a shortage of dispatchers taking calls to the number 103. In this regard, it is planned to increase their number. This was reported by the director of the Emergency Medical Center, Iskender Shayakhmetov, in an interview with the "Kabar" agency, specifying that this is the reason for delays in connecting with medical workers. Shayakhmetov pointed out that an automated system has been implemented in the Center, allowing real-time tracking of ambulance crews and

Award for Selling 700 Sheep in At-Bashy — The Story of Gulu Maametova, Aunt of the Founder of the Largest Market in Kyrgyzstan

Labor veteran Gülü Maametova, a 91-year-old resident of the At-Bashinsky district, shared with a Turmush correspondent the news that her family received their first award for selling 700 sheep. Recently, a festive event dedicated to International Women's Day took place in the district, featuring a concert program that created a celebratory atmosphere for all the women present. During the event, representatives of the district administration presented awards to women who actively

General Motors has patented a lane change system based on the driver's gaze.

General Motors has introduced a patent for an innovative technology that will allow cars to change lanes autonomously based on where the driver is looking. Information about the patent application was made public on January 1. This system will utilize a camera installed in the car's cabin to track the head and eye movements of the driver. Based on the visual data collected, the car will be able to determine whether the driver actually intends to change lanes or is simply surveying the

The Federation of Trade Unions of Kyrgyzstan Increased Income from Assets by 71%

At a press conference at the Kabar agency, the chairman of the Federation of Trade Unions of Kyrgyzstan (FPC), Muradil Jumadilde uulu, announced a 71% increase in income from the remaining five assets. According to him, this growth demonstrates a more effective use of the union's property. He reminded that after the dissolution of the VTsSPS in 1992, Kyrgyzstan inherited trade union properties, ultimately receiving 217 assets, of which 101 were sold to private individuals. Speaking about

NBKR Tightens Internal Control Requirements for Exchange Offices to Combat Money Laundering

- On December 19, 2025, the Board of the National Bank of Kyrgyzstan issued Resolution No. 2025-P-12/68-2-(NPA), introducing new rules for internal control in exchange offices aimed at preventing the financing of criminal activities and the legalization (laundering) of illegal income (AML/CFT). In addition, amendments were made to the list of regulatory acts of the NBKR concerning the operations of banks, microfinance organizations, credit unions, and exchange offices.

In 2025, 144 bus drivers were dismissed in Bishkek

Information about disciplinary measures against bus drivers and responses to violations became known through an interview with Arthur Omurzakov, the chief engineer of the bus fleet No. 2 of the municipal enterprise "Bishkek City Transport," which he gave on the air of Birinchi Radio. He reported that in cases of traffic violations or drivers' involvement in road traffic accidents, they lose 100% of their bonus. Two commissions operate to assess incidents: a disciplinary

The Tax Service of Kyrgyzstan has temporarily suspended raid inspections and test purchases among small and medium-sized businesses.

The suspension concerns raid tax control and control purchases related to compliance with the tax legislation of the Kyrgyz Republic. This includes the use of cash registers, the issuance of invoices, as well as equipment intended for conducting transactions with bank payment cards, electronic money, and QR codes. However, the exemption from inspections does not apply to those entities that:

Which foreign citizens own the most real estate in Kyrgyzstan? Graphs

According to the data from the State Agency for Land Resources, Cadastre, Geodesy, and Cartography of the Kyrgyz Republic, Kaktus.media reports on the amount of real estate owned by foreigners in Kyrgyzstan. Since 1992, records have been kept, showing that the largest number of real estate properties belong to citizens of Russia, Kazakhstan, and China. Most often, these are properties inherited from former citizens of Kyrgyzstan and their relatives.

40 New Vehicles Planned for the Bishkek Emergency Medical Center

In the capital of Kyrgyzstan, a plan is being implemented to update the vehicle fleet of the Emergency Medical Assistance Center. Iskender Shayahemtov, the director of the EMS, spoke about the current situation with the ambulances in an interview with the "Kabar" agency. Currently, the institution has 83 vehicles, but about 30% of them are no longer operational. In daily operations, 42 teams are involved, which creates certain difficulties. “The Ministry of Health intends to transfer

Ministry of Labor: Compliance with Professional Standards in Private Enterprises is Checked Only Upon Requests

At a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, Deputy Toktobu Ashymbaeva asked the First Deputy Minister of Labor, Social Security, and Migration Kamchybek Dosmatov how the ministry monitors compliance with professional standards in private enterprises. The Deputy Minister reported that there is a sector in the ministry responsible for professional standards, which interacts with various agencies, and each of them contributes its proposals for the creation of professional standards.

The Federation of Trade Unions of Kyrgyzstan Returns to Its Core Function

At a press conference at the "Kabar" agency, the chairman of the Federation of Trade Unions of Kyrgyzstan, Muradil Jumadilde uulu, stated that many people previously perceived trade unions primarily as organizations dealing with vouchers. However, their original main goal was to protect workers' rights. “Nevertheless, the very essence of creating trade unions was to protect the labor rights of workers,” he emphasized.

Aibek Moldogaziev relieved of his duties as the Ambassador of the Kyrgyz Republic to the USA

He will now represent the republic in Mongolia The administration of the President of the Kyrgyz Republic has announced that Aibek Moldogaziev is no longer serving as the Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary Ambassador of the country to the United States. Instead, he has been appointed as the Ambassador of Kyrgyzstan to Mongolia. With this change, Aibek Artykbaev has also been relieved of his duties as the Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary Ambassador of the Kyrgyz Republic to Mongolia. Photo www

In Bishkek's Emergency Service, it has been possible to reduce the staffing shortage by three times - Shayahmetov

As a result of increasing salaries for medical workers, the ambulance service in Bishkek has significantly reduced staff shortages. This was stated in an interview with the Kabar agency by Iskender Shayahemtov, the director of the Emergency Medical Care Center. Currently, the Center employs 210 doctors and 365 nurses. Despite noticeable improvements, the issue of staff shortages has not been completely resolved.

The deputy clarified the rules for recalling an employee from a leave of absence.

During the meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, Deputy Gulsharkan Kultaeva asked the First Deputy Minister of Labor, Social Security, and Migration Kamchybek Dosmatov about the conditions under which it is possible to recall an employee from vacation. The Deputy Minister explained that recalling an employee from vacation is only permissible with their consent, and it cannot be done without it.

Mayor of Bishkek Aibek Junushaliev on the plans for the capital's development

In a podcast by the agency "Kabar," the Mayor of Bishkek, Aibek Junushaliev, summarized the results of large-scale reforms and shared the main plans for the development of urban infrastructure for 2026.

Life in the Regions: Returned After 10 Years of Migration and Started a Business. How Marat Iliyasov Rose from Scratch

Marat Iliyasov from the village of Ala-Bash, located in the upper valley of the Ton district, shares his story of labor migration. In an interview with a Turmush correspondent, he talks about how he spent 10 years away from his hometown. “I was born and raised in Ala-Bash, but due to a lack of work in my native village, I was forced to go abroad. I worked for a whole decade in Russia, doing various jobs. The life of a migrant turned out to be difficult: there were days when we lacked food and

"Workers from the Bishkek Dump will be officially employed"

A man who tortured his mother was detained in Sokuluk.

A citizen suspected of cruel treatment towards his mother was detained in the Chui region. The information was provided by the Main Internal Affairs Department of the Chui region. On January 3, 2026, a woman named Sh.L., born in 1958, approached the Sokuluk District Internal Affairs Department. She reported ongoing violence from her son, born in 1978, citizen Sh.A., who, according to her, exhibited physical and psychological aggression while under the influence of alcohol.

The illegally privatized land plot of the National Academy of Sciences of the Kyrgyz Republic has been returned to the state.

In accordance with the information provided by the State Committee for National Security (GKNB) of the Kyrgyz Republic, the land plot that was previously in private and municipal ownership has been returned to the state.

In Uzgen, an infant has died: The police have begun an investigation

In the Uzgen district, an examination has been appointed in connection with the death of an infant, as reported by the press service of the Internal Affairs Department of the Osh region, according to Turmush. According to the information, on January 21, 2026, the Uzgen District Internal Affairs Department received information from the district hospital that an infant, born in 2025, had died as a result of anemia (low blood count).

"Shots Fired at My Neighbor's House": Police Begin Investigation into Incident in Nookat

On January 21, a user named A.E. posted a video on social media titled "Shots Fired at My Neighbor's House," in which he claimed that law enforcement allegedly did not arrive at the scene of the incident. This information was confirmed by the press service of the Internal Affairs Directorate of the Osh Region.

The Financial Supervision Authority issued 431 licenses for pawnshop activities in Kyrgyzstan, - Ministry of Economy

- In Kyrgyzstan, 431 licenses for pawnshop activities have been issued. This was reported by the chief specialist of the supervision, control, and monitoring department of the financial market at the Ministry of Economy and Commerce, Suyorkul Ashimjan uulu, during a radio broadcast. As Ashimjan uulu explained, Financial Supervision, according to the Regulation on the Service for Regulation and Supervision of the Financial Market, which was approved by the resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers

In Kazakhstan, there are plans to abandon asphalt roads between villages

Sauranbaev noted that local akimats are trying to build asphalt roads despite their significant cost. He emphasized that asphalt is 6-10 times more expensive than gravel, and often there is not enough funding even for the construction of gravel roads. "We are developing a new order that will mandate the use of gravel roads in small villages. They must be of high quality and meet all necessary standards," the minister added. In addition, the minister pointed out the difficulties

Due to the cancellation of visas in Kyrgyzstan, families are falling apart — Dastan Bekeshev

A deputy proposes amendments to migration legislation During a session of the Jogorku Kenesh, deputy Dastan Bekeshev raised a problem that arose after the cancellation of the visa run in 2024, affecting many citizens of Kazakhstan who can no longer enter Kyrgyzstan. He noted that as a result of this restriction, many families have been separated: wives who are citizens of Kazakhstan cannot come to their husbands in Kyrgyzstan, and children with Kazakh citizenship also face difficulties

New Stations and Vehicles: How Bishkek is Addressing the Ambulance Delay Issue - Interview

In Bishkek, calls to the emergency medical service at number 103 are accepted around the clock. According to the latest data, the capital's population has exceeded 1.2 million people. This creates a need for a sufficient number of ambulances to respond promptly to calls. Residents report frequent delays in ambulance arrivals and long wait times for responses to calls. To address these issues, plans are in place to increase the number of ambulance stations and vehicles in the city in the

Emmanuel Macron: "The USA Wants to Weaken and Subjugate Europe"

Emmanuel Macron's speech at the World Economic Forum was one of the sharpest in recent times. In the context of tensions caused by territorial disputes over Greenland and growing sanctions pressure from the USA, the French leader expressed dissatisfaction with the current state of the world order.

A new ambulance station is planned to open in the southern part of Bishkek.

In the southern part of Bishkek, where new residential complexes are actively being built, the opening of a new branch of the Emergency Medical Care Center is planned. This information was provided in an interview with the Kabar agency by Iskender Shayakhmetov, the director of the EMS Center. According to him, there is currently only one station operating in this rapidly developing area, which complicates the timely response of teams to calls. The project documentation for the new station is

Life in the Regions: A Girl from Uzgen Married in the Tyup District and Bakes 9-Kilogram Cakes

Aziza Jumanalieva, a resident of the village of Intymak in the Tyup district, started producing confectionery products right at home, which has become a source of additional income for her. In an interview with a Turmush correspondent, she shared how she underwent training and mastered this profession. Aziza, who is raising two sons with her husband, is also continuing her studies at a higher educational institution. She was born in 1999 in Uzgen, but soon her family moved to Bishkek, where

Branch Specialist of "Cadastre" Attempted to Bribe an Employee of the State Committee for National Security of Kyrgyzstan

As a result of the forgery of local government documents, 43 individuals illegally received land plots totaling 10 hectares and 75 ares in the Kara-Buurin rural municipality, located in the Aitmatov district of the Talas region. This was reported by the State National Security Committee (GKNB) of Kyrgyzstan. According to available operational data, a total of 56 land plots were issued illegally in a similar manner.

Water Security in Central Asia Requires Joint Solutions

The National Kurultai in Kazakhstan emphasized important aspects of regional water and environmental policy At the recent National Kurultai, President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev focused on critical issues of water and environmental security, calling them key factors for ensuring sustainable development in Central Asia. He noted that water diplomacy is a key tool for cooperation among the countries of the region, which have already signed agreements on the joint use of transboundary

Nuridin Mamasabirov appointed as the qadi of Naryn region

Nuridin Mamasabirov, acting representative of the Mufti of Kyrgyzstan in the Batken region, has been appointed as qazi in the Naryn region. The appointment order was signed by Mufti Abdulaziz Zakirov. According to the new charter of the Spiritual Administration of Muslims of Kyrgyzstan, qaziats are now referred to as representations, and qazi as representatives.