Two Prosecutor's Office Buildings Opened in Naryn Region

During a working trip to the Naryn region, the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers, Adylbek Kasymaliev, opened a new prosecutor's office building, noting that the implementation of major projects such as the Kambarata HPP-1 and the China-Kyrgyzstan-Uzbekistan railway will lay the foundation for the transformation of the regions. He emphasized that these transformations require strict oversight to avoid corruption and ensure fairness in investigations, which will enhance the state's

Not Diets, but Habits. A Nutritionist Explained How to Eat Right Every Day

Healthy eating is not about strict diets, but includes simple habits that can be easily adapted into everyday life. Specialists from the RCUZ and MS, in collaboration with nutritionist Marina Duyshenkulova, have developed useful recommendations for maintaining health, energy, and excellent well-being throughout life. Is it necessary to have breakfast?

The meeting of the Coordination Council on Water Supply and Irrigation Issues was held

- Recently, a meeting of the Coordination Council was held to address issues related to irrigation and water supply. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Agriculture. During the meeting, reports from various departments were presented regarding the implementation of water supply projects and ensuring the population has access to clean drinking water, as well as issues related to irrigation. Participants discussed the current state of affairs regarding the execution of

In 2025, 369 passengers in Bishkek were fined for unpaid fares

In 2025, 369 cases of unpaid fares on public transport were recorded in Bishkek. According to the city administration, protocols were drawn up against the violators, and each was fined 1000 soms. As a result, the total amount of fines reached 369,000 soms.

Potato harvest in Kyrgyzstan in 2025 decreased to a 20-year low

- In 2025, the potato harvest in Kyrgyzstan decreased to a level not seen since 2005, according to data from the National Statistical Committee. On January 19, the National Statistical Committee published information stating that the total potato harvest amounted to 1 million 170.2 thousand tons. Archive data from the NSC indicate that the last time such a low harvest was recorded was indeed in 2005.

NBKR extended the permission for banks to conduct currency operations with exchange offices until August 1.

- The National Bank of Kyrgyzstan (NBKR) has extended the validity of permits for banks to conduct currency operations with exchange offices until August 1, 2026. This decision was formalized by a resolution of the board adopted on January 30, 2026. This is already the fourth extension: the permit previously was valid until August 1, 2024, and then until August 1, 2025.

Additional tax revenues to the budgets of EAEU countries from approved industrial cooperation projects will amount to 3.7 billion rubles over 5 years.

- At a meeting of the Eurasian Economic Commission Council, a report was presented on the progress of implementing the financial support mechanism for cooperative projects in the industrial sector, as reported by the EEC. Since the mechanism came into effect, the EEC has received 16 applications, with a total amount of about 18 billion rubles. In 2025, five cooperative projects were approved, three of which are already in the implementation stage. Additionally, eight more applications have

Banking Statistics: How Much Bank Funds Were Held in Correspondent Accounts at the NBKR on January 22?

- As of January 22, 2026, the resources of commercial banks in the accounts of the National Bank of the Kyrgyz Republic (NBKR) reached 49 billion 101.2 million soms. This data is presented in the regulator's report. At the same time, mandatory reserves amounted to 56 billion 157.54 million soms, resulting in a shortfall of reserves of 7 billion 56.3 million soms.

Kyrgyzstan and China Discussed the Construction of an Agricultural Machinery Assembly Plant

- A meeting took place in Bishkek between Bekten Bekbolotov, Deputy Minister of Water Resources, Agriculture and Processing Industry of Kyrgyzstan, and a delegation from the China Agricultural Machinery Industry Association, led by Executive Chairman Liu Huanli. This information was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Agriculture. During the negotiations, various aspects were discussed, including Kyrgyzstan's participation in the international agricultural machinery

Life in the Regions: A Teacher from the Village of Dolon, Rinat Umitaliev, Transformed a Pond into a Recreation Area and Plans to Open a Sledding Track

Rinat Ümötaliev, 59 years old, a resident of the village of Dolon in the Tyup district, has been engaged in fish farming for the past five years. In a conversation with a Turmush correspondent, he shared that he dedicated more than 30 years to teaching.

The tennis tournament has started in Bishkek. Photo

On January 30, the opening of a tennis tournament for young athletes in the categories of under 12, 14, and 16 years old took place in Bishkek. According to the State Agency for Physical Culture and Sports, three sets of medals will be contested in the following age groups:

Cristiano Ronaldo scored his 961st career goal. Video

In the 19th round of the Saudi Arabian football championship, Al-Nassr secured a confident victory over Al-Kholoud with a crushing score of 3:0 in an away match held in Buraydah. Goals in this match were scored by Cristiano Ronaldo, Mohamed Simakan, and Kingsley Coman, while Joao Felix provided two assists.

A meeting with the heads of construction companies took place in Bishkek. What was discussed

A meeting was held at the "Tunguch" theater, attended by the heads of construction companies operating in Bishkek. This information was provided by the city administration. The event was organized at the initiative of President Sadyr Japarov and took place in an open dialogue format. During the meeting, participants asked questions, and it was led by Bishkek Mayor Aibek Junushaliev, Minister of Construction, Architecture, and Housing and Communal Services Nurdin Oruntaev, as well as

Epstein Files: Donald Trump Mentioned in Connection with the Rape of a 13-Year-Old Girl

According to published materials, Trump's name is mentioned over 3000 times. This was discovered by journalists from The Independent, who used the search function on the U.S. Department of Justice website. The new batch of documents also contains information about other high-profile individuals, including Elon Musk, who is mentioned in Epstein's correspondence. Elon Musk was linked to Epstein through emails discussing possible trips to the financier's island. One email from

Cavities Affect Up to 97% of the Population in Kyrgyzstan — Dentists

The prevalence of cavities among the population in Kyrgyzstan ranges from 93% to 97%, with children being particularly vulnerable. This was reported by Abibilla Kalbaev, president of the Dental Association of the Kyrgyz Republic, during a broadcast on Birinchi Radio. According to him, cavities are the leading issue among dental diseases. Periodontal diseases are in second place, affecting about 80% of the adult population of the country.

The EU is preparing to impose sanctions against Kyrgyzstan for assisting Russia for the first time.

Kyrgyzstan may become the first CIS country against which the European Union will impose punitive measures for assisting in circumventing sanctions against the Russian Federation. According to Bloomberg, the European Union is considering sanctions against Kyrgyzstan due to its assistance to Russia in bypassing existing restrictions. Sources familiar with the preparation of the 20th sanctions package have confirmed this information. For the first time, a special mechanism known as the

Residents of the Pervomaisky District Discussed Social Issues with the Mayor

In the capital of Kyrgyzstan, in the Pervomaisky district, a meeting took place between Mayor Aibek Junushaliev and local residents regarding social issues that arose after the administrative-territorial reform. This was reported by the Bishkek city administration. The meeting gathered residents from areas such as Maevka, Tendik, Kalyis-Ordo, Stepnoye, MTU No. 207, as well as residential neighborhoods "Muras-Ordo," "Dacha-Suu," "Kut," and the village of Ozyornoye,

The next meeting of the Kyrgyz Cabinet took place. What was discussed?

At the meeting, a report on the implementation of the Cabinet of Ministers' action plan for 2025 was also presented. The report on the progress of the plan was delivered by Nurbek Tashbekov, head of the Department of Political and Economic Research of the Presidential Administration. The discussion covered the work of ministries, state agencies, as well as the mayorships of Bishkek and Osh in the context of fulfilling the tasks set by the Cabinet of Ministers. In light of the achievements

In Kyrgyzstan, plans are being made to organize a network of stomatology offices based in schools.

In Kyrgyzstan, the creation of a network of dental offices located in schools is planned. This was announced by Gulmayram Ibraimova, the chief freelance dentist of the Ministry of Health. According to her information, in February 2025, an interdepartmental agreement was signed between the Ministry of Health and the Ministry of Education aimed at jointly conducting activities to prevent dental diseases in children.

"ODKB will conduct exercises 'Unbreakable Brotherhood – 2026' on the territory of Belarus"

In 2026, the CSTO will continue to develop the combat capabilities of its Collective Forces by implementing the latest technologies in the fields of intelligence, electronic warfare, and unmanned systems. The Secretary General of the CSTO, Taalatbek Masadykov, shared plans for combat training in an interview with the publication "Allies. CSTO".

Bailiffs recovered nearly half a million soms from the debtor for alimony

Six Units of Special Equipment Transferred to Sokuluk District Through a Leasing Company

With the help of the state leasing company, six units of specialized equipment were acquired for the needs of one of the rural ayil districts in the Sokuluk region. This information was provided by the district state administration, reports Turmush. The ceremony for handing over the equipment took place with the participation of the akim of the Sokuluk district, Iliyaz Tashkulov. The new equipment was transferred to the municipal enterprise "Taza ayil üchün," which serves the Manas

Kyrgyzstan: Personnel Changes from January 26 to 30

Over the past week, several significant personnel changes have occurred in Kyrgyzstan. Kairat Tursunkulov has been appointed Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs. He replaces Temirbek Erkinov, who has been transferred to the position of Deputy Minister of Health.

In Kara-Balta, 4 social facilities and 36 containers will be rented out: details

At the commission meeting in Kara-Balta, issues regarding the lease of municipal properties returned to the city's ownership in 2025 were discussed, reports Turmush correspondent. As a result of the meeting, a decision was made to hold a competition and auction for the lease of these properties.

The Mayor of Bishkek Informed EBRD Representatives About Projects Being Implemented in the Capital

The meeting between the Mayor of Bishkek, Aibek Junushaliev, and representatives of the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development took place at the Bishkek City Hall, as reported by the municipal press center. During the meeting, joint projects were discussed, including the development of heating and water supply systems, as well as the city's participation in the EBRD's "Green Cities" program.

CSTO Begins Implementing Measures to Strengthen the Tajik-Afghan Border

An important direction for the CSTO's work will be the implementation of the Targeted Interstate Program (TIP) aimed at strengthening the border between Tajikistan and Afghanistan. The leaders of the states decided to implement it in November 2024, as stated by the Secretary General of the organization, Taalatbek Masadykov, in an interview with the publication "Allies. CSTO".

Tax Service of the Kyrgyz Republic: 1% on payments from individual entrepreneurs is the bank's settlement rate

Rakhmanov also emphasized that the misunderstanding of this information among the population necessitates active interaction with state banks and the National Bank. "Many mistakenly believe that this is a tax; however, in reality, it is about the banking interest," he added.

Results of the Implementation of the Cabinet of Ministers' Action Plan for 2025 Have Been Reviewed

During the latest meeting of the Cabinet of Ministers, chaired by the Prime Minister of the Kyrgyz Republic, Adylbek Kasymaliev, important issues were discussed. High-ranking representatives of the presidential administration, members of the Cabinet of Ministers, as well as authorized representatives of the president in the regions participated in the meeting. One of the key agenda items was the draft Law on Amendments to the Law of the Kyrgyz Republic "On Electric Power Industry."

The Russian-Kyrgyz Dictionary of Diplomatic Terms Presented at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic

On January 30, 2026, an event dedicated to the presentation of the "Russian-Kyrgyz Dictionary of Terms in the Field of International Relations and Diplomacy" took place at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic, as reported by the press service of the ministry. Among the participants of the event were the Minister of Foreign Affairs Jeenbek Kulubaev, the Chairman of the National Commission on the State Language and Language Policy under the President of the Kyrgyz

The Ministry of Agriculture has developed a draft law "On Seeds and Planting Materials"

- The Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry has published for public discussion a draft law "On Seeds and Planting Materials." The aim of the new document is to create a legal framework that promotes the development of the seed production industry. It is focused on:

Saudi Arabia Wants to Dismantle Coca-Cola's Monopoly

Milaf Cola, as already mentioned, is part of a broader state strategy known as Vision 2030. This initiative is supported by the Public Investment Fund (PIF), which has capital exceeding 700 billion dollars. The main goal of the strategy is to diversify the economy, with dates set to become a new symbol of Saudi Arabia, replacing oil. Saudi Arabia possesses about 20% of the world's date palm reserves, creating interesting conditions for competition. On one hand, Coca-Cola has a rich

CSTO, CIS, and SCO to Unite Efforts within the Framework of a "Roadmap" for Cooperation

The recent signing of the Roadmap for cooperation for 2026-2028 has become a significant step in the relations between the regional structures of the CSTO, CIS, and SCO. This was reported by the Secretary General of the CSTO, Taalatbek Masadykov, in an interview with the publication "Allies. CSTO".

Innovative Museums, Robots, Cinema. An Entertainment Center is Being Built in Talas

The construction of a new entertainment center called "Balastan" is planned in Talas. The initial stage of construction was inspected by Maksat Baizhitov, the first deputy plenipotentiary representative of the President of Kyrgyzstan in the region. According to information from the representation, the center will house modern museums, bowling alleys, cinemas, and mazes, as well as areas dedicated to the intellectual and creative development of children.

Meeting of the EEC Council in Moscow. What benefits have been granted to Kyrgyzstan

Daniyar Amangeldiev, the First Deputy Prime Minister of Kyrgyzstan, made a working trip to Moscow, where he participated in the latest meeting of the Eurasian Economic Commission (EEC), according to information from the press service of the Cabinet of Ministers. The agenda included 32 issues covering topics such as customs and tariff regulation, industrial cooperation, phytosanitary measures, and financial support for joint projects.

Winter Fishing for Roach

Fishermen in the Chuy region are celebrating their success in catching roach. Ichthyologist specialists report that roach is found only in the Chuy region. It reaches sexual maturity in its second to third year of life and usually weighs between 50 to 100 grams. For young anglers, this is a stroke of luck, while for experienced ones, it is a support.

Dilorum Mamatkulova: Turkey and Central Asia are Building a New Architecture of Relations

In her article, Dilorum Mamatkulova, a leading researcher at the Institute for Strategic and Interregional Studies under the President of Uzbekistan, addresses issues related to the deepening of relations between Turkey and Central Asia. She emphasizes that this cooperation, based on common historical and cultural roots and mutual economic interests, creates a new architecture of regional ties:

More than 159,000 Kyrgyz citizens have imposed a self-ban on loans

> From November 1, 2025, to January 29, 2026, 159,132 citizens took advantage of the new self-ban mechanism on lending, which was introduced through the mobile application "Tündük," according to data published by the National Statistics Committee. This initiative was launched to ensure the financial security of the population and protect personal data from potential fraudulent schemes. To impose a self-ban on loans through the "Tündük" application, follow these steps: •

In the village of Ak-Shyyrak, a snow leopard entered the pen and attacked a goat

In the Jeti-Oguz district, in the village of Ak-Shyyrak, a snow leopard attacked livestock that was in a pen. This was reported by Mars Berikbaev, the head of the village, in an interview with a Turmush correspondent. According to him, the incident occurred on January 29 at the Kara-Tai pasture, located near the Uch-Koshkon area. The predator entered the pen belonging to local resident Ulan Bakyt uulu and attacked one of the goats, leaving a bite mark on it. In an attempt to drive the leopard

Hadji-Murat Khashimov headed the "Commonwealth" of national and cultural centers in the Jayil District

Haji-Murat Khashimov has become the new leader of the "Commonwealth" of national-cultural centers in the Jail district. After a long hiatus, the organization, which unites various national diasporas in the region, is resuming its activities.

On the Consistent Work on the Modernization of Production Complexes and Repair Base of the Structural Units of the State Enterprise "National Company 'Kyrgyz Temir Zholu'"

In recent years, the state enterprise "National Company 'Kyrgyz Temir Zholu'" has been actively modernizing its production and repair facilities to enhance the reliability of railway transportation and improve service quality. This information has been reported by official company sources. To achieve its goals, the enterprise is systematically updating its material and technical base by implementing the latest technologies for diagnosing and repairing rolling stock. In

The deputy called Baisalov the "erkebala" of the cabinet.

Deputy Baktyyar Kalpaev expressed his dissatisfaction regarding Edil Baysalov, the Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers, leaving the meeting of the "Ala-Too" and "Eldik" groups. Akylbek Tumonbaev, who heads the "Eldik" group, stated that the official needed to leave by 12:00. Kalpaev noted that the deputies had specifically gathered to discuss pressing issues with Baysalov.

The Story of One Family: In Kemino, a Musician Fell for a Wedding Guest and Proposed to Her

In Kemin, located in the Chui region, the "Cheerful Family" was chosen at the contest [“Shayyr uy-buloo”]. The participants were Islam Ukoyev and his wife Ryskul [Ryskül] Egembaeva from the village of Kichi-Kemin. Islam shared with Turmush that he and his wife have been running a household together for 11 years and are raising six children: four daughters and two sons. "In this contest, no one received first place, but we were told that we all did well and were

Deputy: We need to make videos so that young people don't leave and come to work on construction sites in Kyrgyzstan

According to the MP, it is possible to earn up to 100,000 soms at local construction sites On January 30, during a joint meeting of the parliamentary groups "Eldik" and "Ala-Too," MP Altynbek Kudayberdiev voiced the idea of conducting an information campaign aimed at attracting young people to work on local construction sites. He noted that there is active growth in the construction sector of Kyrgyzstan, but most workers at the sites are foreign, while young people from the

The Blind Must Regain Vision: Elon Musk's Neuralink Prepares for the Installation of Blindsight Chips in 2026

"Take Your Hands Out of Your Pockets": The Mayor of Osh Was Horrified by the Condition of the Clinic Serving 27,000 People

In Osh, on January 30, city hall employees conducted an inspection of the Osh City Family Medicine Center No. 2 and Family Doctors Group No. 2, located in the Manas-Ata area. They found that the medical facility is situated on the first floor of a residential building, and no major renovations have been carried out here for a long time. The city mayor emphasized the need for a complete restoration of the building and ordered the removal of illegal constructions on its territory. During the

Life in the Regions: Syimyk Bakir Uulu from Talas Region Breeds Cows Worth Up to 270,000 Som

Sıymık Bakir uulu, a farmer from the Aiyl District of Amanbaev in the Aytmatov region of the Talas province, is engaged in breeding purebred cows. In a conversation with a Turmush correspondent, he shared that their family farm originally included various types of animals, such as sheep, horses, and bulls. “However, we concluded that it is most profitable to focus on breeding purebred cows. The main advantage of these animals lies in their purebred nature: they are taller, produce more milk,

OJSC "Airports of Kyrgyzstan" and COMAC discussed the launch of the Osh - Kashgar flight

At the OJSC "Airports of Kyrgyzstan," a working meeting was held with representatives of the Chinese company COMAC (Commercial Aircraft Corporation of China), during which the possibilities for expanding aviation cooperation between the two countries were discussed. The main focus of the negotiations was on plans to open a new international air route from Osh to Kashgar, scheduled for April of this year. The launch of this flight aims to improve transportation accessibility between

Life in the Regions: Hereditary Hunter T. Kambarbekov Reveals Which Wolf Organs Are Used by Humans and for What Purposes

Tilek Kambarbekov from the At-Bashinsky district of the Naryn region is a hunter. He learned shooting and hunting from his father, Kambarbek Attokurov, who was once one of the best hunters in the At-Bashinsky district.