In Kyrgyzstan, the "Nedra" system is being launched in test mode for the digitization of geology.

A meeting was held in Bishkek under the leadership of the Minister of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision, Meder Mashiev, where issues related to the digitalization of the geological sector and the preparation of the information system "Nedra" for testing were discussed. As noted in the agency's statement, within the framework of this digitalization, the Geological Service of Kyrgyzstan is developing a geological information system called "Nedra." The

7000 soms for living. The deputy called for increased support for children with disabilities and their families.

Deputy of the Jogorku Kenesh Marlen Mamataliyev spoke at a parliamentary session, urging attention to the needs of people with disabilities. He emphasized the need to improve the social benefits system. “Disability assistants receive only 7,000 soms, which is extremely insufficient for living. Families face various circumstances: some have many relatives, while others are left alone. If there is a disabled person in the family and their caregiver, and both cannot work, how can they survive on

In Tyup, the roof of the new school that collapsed under the weight of snow has been restored

In the village of Min-Bulak, located in the Tyup district, the roof repair work of the new school, which was damaged due to heavy snowfall, has been completed. This information was provided by the district akim, Timur Madyarov. According to him, after more than one meter of snow fell, the roof of the educational institution could not withstand the weight and was deformed in three places. The construction of the school, which is designed for 150 students, was completed in December 2025 with the

In Osh, the legality of constructions on the territory of Sabirov School will be checked

In Osh, a check of the legality of constructions on the territory of secondary school No. 65 named after M. Sabirov is planned. This was reported by the mayor of Osh, Jenishbek Toktorbaev, during a morning raid that took place on January 21. During the inspection, the mayor instructed the relevant services to determine the legality of the construction of residential buildings on the premises of the educational institution. Toktorbaev emphasized that if illegally allocated plots are discovered,

Life in the Regions: Father and Son Invested One Million Som and Opened a Fish Farm in Tyup

In the Tyup district, in the village of Korumdu, Sovetbek Asekov and his son jointly opened a fish farm. According to Sovetbek, he has been breeding fish in a 2-hectare pond for about a year, gaining experience and developing his new venture.

In the city of Manas, the prevention of juvenile delinquency was discussed

A meeting dedicated to the issues of preventing offenses among youth was held in Manas, reports Turmush correspondent. The event was attended by Deputy Mayor Gülbarçin Tashtanbekova, Assistant Prosecutor Kanyshay Mamanova, as well as representatives from various municipal services, including the labor, social security, migration departments, the education department, and internal affairs, along with heads and educators from educational institutions.

A New Akim Appointed in Chui District

The predecessor of the new akim was detained by the GKNB Changes in leadership have occurred in the Chui region: a new akim has been appointed. This became known from the press service of the President of the Kyrgyz Republic. According to reports, Emilbek Abdykadyrov, who previously held the position of akim of the At-Bashy district in the Naryn region, will now head the Chui region. It is worth noting that his predecessor, Ruslan Tagaev, was detained by GKNB employees on suspicion of abuse of

Life in the Regions: Ulan Tölömüshov Amazes People by Breaking Ice and Swimming in the Lake in Winter

Ulan Tölömüshov, a 29-year-old resident of the village of Dolon in the Tyup district of the Issyk-Kul region, immerses himself in cold water every day, regardless of the season. Despite the frosts, he breaks the ice on Lake Dolon, where the thickness of the ice can reach 15–20 cm, and swims beneath it, astonishing the local residents. From an early age, Ulan showed an interest in extreme activities and always followed his passions. He shared: "My roots are from Dolon, but I grew up in

Residents of the Alamedin District are asking to launch public transport routes

At a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, deputy Temirlan Aitiev reported that there are no public transport routes in some villages of the Alamudun district in the Chui region. He expressed dissatisfaction with the ineffective work of the Chui-Bishkek Territorial Administration of the Department of Ground and Water Transport.

In Kyrgyzstan, the sale of alcohol at night may be banned.

On January 21, 2026, a draft law concerning amendments to the existing Law "On the State Monopoly on the Production, Import, Storage, and Sale of Ethyl Alcohol and State Regulation of Alcohol Production" is planned to be discussed in Kyrgyzstan. The initiator of this draft law is the deputy of the Jogorku Kenesh, Marlen Mamataliev. In the justification for the project, it is emphasized that the proposed changes aim to: reduce the level of alcohol consumption; ensure the protection of

Emilbek Abdykadyrov appointed as the akim of Chui District, Chui Region

Ruslanbek Tagaev has been replaced by Emilbek Abdykadyrov as the akim of Chuy District. Previously, Abdykadyrov held the position of head of At-Bashinsky District in Naryn, from which he was recently relieved. This information was announced by the information policy service of the president's administration. Emilbek Abdykadyrov. The signatures on the relevant decrees were placed by President Sadyr Japarov.

Why did the city hall "not notice" the construction of the third floor of the building on Chuy Avenue? The mayor's explanation

The mayor of Bishkek, Aibek Junushaliev, commented on the investment project Old Bishkek. In an interview with the "Kabar" agency, he described this project as unique for the capital, noting that such an experience is new for Bishkek.

The deputy compared the spread of drugs among minors to a cancerous tumor.

Deputy Gula Kozhokulova expressed serious concern about the situation with the illegal drug trade among minors at a recent meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh. According to her, the problem requires urgent resolution. She noted that while law enforcement agencies are actively working in this area, the prosecutor's office should also get involved in the fight against drug trafficking. "Synthetic drugs are ensnaring children up to 16 years old, and this is an extremely alarming trend. Urgent

Salaries of cultural workers in Kyrgyzstan will be doubled starting from April 2026

Cultural workers are receiving the news of the upcoming salary increase with optimism. This was reported by Suubek Nadyrbekov, the First Deputy Minister of Culture, Information, and Youth Policy, during a broadcast on Birinchi Radio. “The salary increase for cultural workers was announced by President Sadyr Japarov. We are receiving numerous questions on this topic. This issue was discussed at the People's Kurultai, where a decision was made to increase salaries by 100% starting in April

Emilbek Abdykadyrov became the akim of Chui District

Emilbek Abdykadyrov is no longer the akim of the At-Bashinsky district of Naryn region. This decision was made by the President of the Kyrgyz Republic Sadyr Japarov, who signed the corresponding decree, as reported by the press service of the head of state. In addition, in another decree, the president appointed Abdykadyrov as the new akim of Chui district in Chui region. This position was previously held by Ruslanbek Tagaev, who has now been relieved of his duties.

Errors in "Tunduk" hinder the receipt of benefits — deputy

At a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, deputy Bolot Borbiev shared the problems faced by citizens applying for benefits for children under three years old. According to him, many residents from various regions of the country are experiencing difficulties in this process. He also emphasized that in the past, the names of several villages were incorrectly translated from Kyrgyz to Russian, which exacerbates the situation.

The Dean of NamSU urged countries in the region to unite efforts in the field of cybersecurity

In the context of rapid technological development and digitalization, Central Asia is becoming a arena where integration processes are covering new areas, and cybersecurity is becoming a cornerstone of state stability. This was stated in an interview with the Kabar agency by the Dean of the Faculty of Social Sciences at Namangan State University, Doctor of Philosophy, Associate Professor Shukhratjon Khaidaraliev. According to Khaidaraliev, new opportunities also bring cross-border threats,

Life in the Regions: A Student from Kadamzhai Earns Money from Syrian Hamsters

Ishak Akmatjanov, a native of the village of Jiydelik, located in the Kadamjai district of the Batken region, raises hamsters together with his sister. According to him, the winter period is the most challenging time for this business, leading to an increase in the prices of the animals.

"Breakthrough of Sheraliyev Street in Bishkek and Possible Demolition of Houses. Comment from the City Hall"

At the meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh on January 21, deputy Zhyldyz Sadyrbaeva reported receiving a collective appeal from residents of the Lenin district. The letter expressed concerns about the potential opening of Sheraliyev Street from Akhunbaev Street to Gagarin, which could involve the demolition of their homes, as well as the connection to Termechikova Street. In response, the Bishkek city administration shared plans that will be implemented as part of the new general plan. “This opening

Raid "Arsenal" in Nooken: Violations of Weapon Storage and Illegal Hunting Identified

During the conducted raid "Arsenal" in the Nooken district, one person was detained for illegal possession of firearms, and four other citizens faced fines for violating storage regulations. This information was provided by the press service of the Internal Affairs Department of the Jalal-Abad region.

The deputy proposes to reduce airfare prices for the Bishkek—KazarMan route to 2100 soms

At the plenary session of the Jogorku Kenesh held on January 21, 2026, Deputy Nurbek Sydygaliev proposed to review the prices of airline tickets on the Bishkek—Kazarman route. He reported that the cost of a one-way ticket is 3100 soms, which has caused dissatisfaction among local residents. “Local residents are requesting to lower the price to 2100 soms, as this is the fare set for the Bishkek—Naryn route,” Sydygaliev noted. In conclusion of his speech, the deputy urged the government to

The deputy raised the issue of demolishing more than 100 houses in the Lenin District of Bishkek.

At a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, Deputy Zhyldyz Sadyrbaeva voiced a collective appeal from more than 100 residents of the Lenin District. She noted that according to the new general plan for the city of Bishkek, which is projected until 2050, the expansion of Sheraliyev Street is planned. This expansion will occur in the segment from Akhunbaeva Street to Gagarin Street and will be connected to the addition to Termechikova Street. “Such a decision could lead to the demolition of more than

Seid Atambaev spoke about the problems faced by medical workers and residents of the Alamedin district

Call Center: The Sokuluk State Registry is Constantly Facing Problems - No Internet, Databases Won't Load

In the Call Center Kaktus.media, one of the residents of the Sokuluk district in the Chui region filed a complaint about the unsatisfactory quality of work of the State Agency for Land Resources under the Government of the Kyrgyz Republic, as well as the State Enterprise "Cadastre" in Sokuluk. She said: "We came in the morning and stood in line, but we still cannot get help. The system is not working, there is no access to the database or the internet. We are in 2026, why are

The killer of Shinzo Abe was sentenced to life in prison.

The Nara District Court has sentenced Tetsuya Yamagami to life imprisonment after he was found guilty of murdering former Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe, Kyodo News reports, citing RIA Novosti. Yamagami's defense team requested a 20-year prison term, citing the difficult conditions of his childhood and the alleged connection between Abe and the Unification Church, which they claimed was the reason for the crime.

An Evening in Memory of Artist Chyngyz Aydarov Will Take Place in Bishkek

A memorial evening dedicated to the artist Chyngyz Aydarov will take place on January 24 at the Kyrgyz National Museum of Fine Arts named after Gapar Aitiev. According to information provided by the museum, the event will be held in an open mic format.

Central Asian Countries Unite Efforts in the Fight Against Cyber Threats

An international scientific and practical conference on the topic: “Cybersecurity: organizational and legal processes, international and national standards, problems, threats, challenges, and their impact on the national security of Central Asian countries” has started in Bishkek. Among the participants of the event are leading specialists from various countries in the region. The Deputy Head of the Aktobe Law Institute of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan named

Indexation and Recalculation of Pensions: What Questions Citizens Are Addressing to the Social Fund

In 2025, the Social Fund registered 8,796 inquiries from citizens. This information was provided by the Fund itself. The statistics on inquiries are as follows:

Repeat elections in district No. 13. The youngest candidate is 28 years old.

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Erdogan Played Basketball with NBA Legend Shaquille O'Neal

At the event, Erdogan and O’Neal not only played basketball but also signed several balls, which became memorable souvenirs for those present. Additionally, they took joint photographs with young athletes, adding to the festive atmosphere.

In the Tyup District, the roof of the new school damaged by snow is being repaired.

In the village of Min-Bulak, located in the rural district of Karasaev in the Tyup region, the roof of the new school for 150 students was damaged due to a heavy snowfall. According to the Tyup district education department, work is currently underway to restore the damaged part of the roof.

Footballer Gulzhigit Alykulov became a player of FC "Dynamo-Minsk"

The football player of the Kyrgyzstan national team, Gulzhigit Alykulov, has become a new player for the club "Dinamo-Minsk," which plays in the Belarusian Premier League. According to the Kyrgyz Football Union, until this moment, Alykulov played for "Torpedo" in last year's season. The KFU expressed its pride in the player and wished him good luck in his new club: "We are confident that he will achieve great success at 'Dinamo-Minsk'."

Children without school, women without maternity hospital: the deputy raised issues of the village of Kyzyl Kyshtak in Osh

At a parliamentary meeting, member of the Jogorku Kenesh Eldar Suimanov drew attention to serious problems faced by residents of the village of Kyzyl-Kyshtak in the city of Osh, concerning the school named after Madamin Nazarov and the local maternity hospital. According to Suimanov, the school is in extremely unsatisfactory condition and does not meet the requirements for full-fledged education. Forced to leave their classrooms, children are attending classes in the premises of the FAP

New details about the death of young people in the burned car on the outskirts of the village of Spartak

Recent events on the outskirts of the village of Spartak in the Moscow district of the Chuy region, where a tragic car accident occurred, claimed the lives of a young man and woman. According to information provided by Gulgaaky Matillaeva, a social educator at Spartak Secondary School, the incident took place in the evening of January 19, 2026. The deceased, S.T., a 10th-grade student, was born on February 22, 2010. She was one of the best students in the school and had won various

New Head Appointed for the Department of Urban Planning and Architecture

Daniyar Bapyshov has been appointed as the director of the Department of Urban Development and Architecture, as reported by the Ministry of Construction of the Kyrgyz Republic. This information was confirmed by the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic, Adylbek Kasymaliev, who signed the corresponding order.

In Talas, there are issues with the power supply of the State Enterprise "Trade and Market Complex 'Talas'"

The Talas City Hall has analyzed the situation that has arisen in the "Talas Sooda Bazar" shopping complex, located on Manas Street. The "Talas" trading and market complex is a state enterprise operating under the patronage of the State Agency for Management of State Property under the Cabinet of Ministers.

Deputy on citizens who changed their gender: De facto they exist

At the meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh on January 21, Deputy Dastan Jumabekov raised the issue of registering citizens who have changed their gender in the context of discussing the draft law "On the Personalized (Individual) Accounting of Citizens of the Kyrgyz Republic for the Purposes of Mandatory State Social Insurance." The deputy noted that he receives requests from citizens wishing to change their PIN codes. "For example, if a man becomes a woman or vice versa, they de facto

For the first time, it has been proven that heart cells regenerate after a heart attack

Researchers from Australia have presented compelling evidence that heart muscle cells are capable of regeneration after a heart attack. It was previously believed that as a result of such events, cells die, and tissues lose their integrity. The death of heart muscle cells has long been considered a key factor leading to reduced functionality of this organ, which becomes less effective at pumping blood after a heart attack. However, new research has demonstrated that while a heart attack does

On the road to the airport in Osh, emergency trees will be removed

On the territory related to the airport in Osh, the removal of plane trees (chynars) that are in an emergency state is planned. This decision was announced by representatives of the municipal enterprise "Osh Improvement and Greenery Management Combine." According to the combine, there are over 230 chynars growing along the road leading to the airport: about 110 trees on one side and approximately 120 on the other. "The complete destruction of all trees is not the goal. Only those

Erik Moldokulov appointed as the qazi of Jalal-Abad region

As a result of the rotation, Erik Moldokulov, who previously served as the representative of the mufti in the Naryn region, has been appointed to a similar position in the Jalal-Abad region. The appointment order was signed by the Mufti of Kyrgyzstan, Abdulaziz Zakirov. Deputy Mufti Shukur Ismailov introduced the new qazi, while Nimatulla Zheenbekov, who previously held the position of mufti representative, will now serve as the chief imam-khatib in the Suzak district.

The visit of the Minister of Education to Uzgen sparked a heated discussion online

During the minister's visit to Uzgen, social media users noticed the moment when Kendirbaeva exited the official vehicle with the help of aides who kindly opened the door for her. Additionally, attention was drawn to the generously laid dastorkon prepared for the high-ranking guest.

Danish MP Addressed Trump Obscenely

A rude expression was heard during a live broadcast in the European Parliament During a session of the European Parliament, Danish MP Anders Vistisen lost his composure and crudely urged U.S. President Donald Trump to "go away" due to his claims on Greenland. This statement was broadcast on the official EP website, according to reports from "Lenta.ru". "I want to express this in words that you might understand, Mr. President — f... off," Vistisen said. After this

Academician of the National Academy of Sciences called for a comprehensive approach in organic farming

A systematic approach and support from the government are key factors for the successful development of organic agriculture. This was stated on the air by Doctor of Agricultural Sciences and Academician of the National Academy of Sciences Jamın Akımaliyev. Currently, organic crops occupy only about 1% of all sown areas in the country, despite widespread estimates ranging from 5 to 10%.

The deputy raised the issue of constructing a new cancer center and infectious disease hospital in Osh

At a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, deputy Bekmyrza Ergyshev raised the issue of constructing a new oncology center and infectious disease hospital in Osh. He noted that every year, 6,400 people are registered for oncological diseases in Kyrgyzstan, of which 2,000 are in the southern region. This data was provided to him by the Osh Interregional Oncology Center. Ergyshev emphasized that the existing oncology center does not meet modern requirements and international standards: the building has

PRESS ANNOUNCEMENT: January 22, 10:00 - Workers' Rights, Challenges and Plans: Trade Unions of the Kyrgyz Republic Summarize the Results of 2025.

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The driver of the "Toyota Harrier" was fined 15,000 soms for entering the oncoming lane at the Too-Ashuu pass.

At the Too-Ashuu pass, a driver of a "Toyota Harrier" was fined 15,000 soms for crossing into the oncoming lane. The incident occurred on January 19 at around 14:40, when a white "Toyota Harrier," following a truck, unexpectedly veered into the oncoming lane, thereby creating a threat to other road users.

The kindergarten "Altyn Uya" in Tokmok was visited for an inspection — what did it reveal?

In Tokmok, representatives of the city administration conducted an inspection of preschool educational institutions. During the inspection, kindergarten No. 8 "Altyn Uya" was identified as an object requiring increased attention. Specialists were pointed out the existing shortcomings and emphasized that during repair work, it is necessary to adhere to modern requirements, as well as standards of quality and safety.

Arrested is the district police officer of the Oktyabrsky District of Bishkek for a "setup" involving rape

The investigation established that extortion occurred under the pretext of accusing Ch.M. of committing a crime related to the rape of T.A. As a result, T.A., in collusion with police officer E.A., demanded the specified amount of money from the citizen for a favorable resolution of the case. By the decision of the Lenin District Court of Bishkek, T.A. and E.A. were placed in custody in the pre-trial detention center of the State Committee for National Security of the Kyrgyz Republic.