- The National Bank of Kyrgyzstan has fined one of the commercial banks, as reported on the NBKR website. The reason for the fine was violations related to the legislation of the Kyrgyz Republic and the regulatory acts of the National Bank.
In the capital of Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek, the implementation of the public transport renewal and expansion program continues. The city’s head, Aibek Junushaliev, shared information about the current state and future purchases in a podcast by the agency "Kabar". According to data obtained in 2021, Bishkek needs approximately 2500 buses to ensure quality passenger service. Currently, about 1436 vehicles are operating on the routes.
The committee of the Jogorku Kenesh dealing with issues of the judicial system, law enforcement, combating crime and corruption, has decided to remove from the agenda the bill that proposed amendments to the codes no more than once a year. The bill had already been discussed in its first reading.
During his working visit to Italy, the Chairman of the State Tax Service of Kyrgyzstan, Almambet Shykmamatov, attended the jewelry exhibition 'Vicenzaoro' held in Vicenza. At this event, the head of the STS familiarized himself with current trends in the jewelry sector, new materials and technologies, and held working meetings with representatives of leading Italian jewelry companies.
During an on-site meeting, the mayor of Bishkek, Aibek Junushaliev, familiarized himself with the process of dismantling illegal structures along the technical channel of the CHPP (BCHK). According to the press service of the mayor's office, violations were identified during the inspection, which served as the basis for the decision to terminate the contract with the café "Jasmin". Furthermore, it was noted that the entrepreneur may be offered an alternative plot of land to
In a study published in The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, scientists found that meat is an important source of amino acids that affect the signaling molecule mTOR, which plays a role in the aging process. While excluding meat from the diet may reduce the risk of cardiovascular diseases, complete absence of animal food can lead to brittle bones and an increased likelihood of fractures, which is especially dangerous for the elderly. As part of the study, data from 5,203 participants
Emilbek Barpiev, a resident of the Talas region, became known for his "smart stove." Our correspondent spoke with the 65-year-old man from the village of Cholponbay in the Aitmatov district. Emilbek shared that he and his wife got married in 1989. "We were brought together by relatives, and after a short acquaintance, we decided to have a wedding in winter, in January. We have three sons and three daughters. We are happy that we have grandchildren and nieces and nephews. Two
In Talas, as of January 19, the kindergarten No. 1 "Altyn Balalyk" has started its operations, as reported by a Turmush correspondent. The kindergarten is located in a building that previously served as the "Kerben" hotel and has been returned to the jurisdiction of the mayor's office.
The Deputy Attorney General Umutkan Konkubaeva commented on the decision to abolish the recidivism institution in Kyrgyzstan. She noted that during the first reading, a draft law aimed at restoring this institution was approved. According to Konkubaeva, the overall crime rate in the country has decreased; however, there has been an increase in cases of theft and fraud. "The reasons for abolishing recidivism were related to the imbalance in punishments," she explained. "For
In Kyrgyzstan, there is a decrease in the crime rate, as confirmed by Deputy Minister of Internal Affairs Erkebek Ashirkhodzhaev at a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh Committee dedicated to issues of the judicial system, law enforcement, the fight against crime, and corruption. According to him, both the number of criminal cases and the number of defendants have decreased. At the same time, most offenses are committed by individuals with previous convictions.
A meeting took place in Osh between Almaz Imangaziev, the Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic, and Roman Svistin, the new Consul General of Russia. During the meeting, according to information from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Svistin handed Imangaziev the original consular patent.
The situation with traffic jams in Bishkek continues to be a relevant topic for discussion. In a podcast by the "Kabar" agency, the mayor of the capital, Aibek Junushaliev, shared his thoughts on how to solve this problem. According to the mayor, there are over 460 thousand registered vehicles in Bishkek, which creates a significant burden on the infrastructure. Since 2024, active work has begun to improve the road situation; however, as the mayor noted, this is not
The Committee of the Jogorku Kenesh, which deals with issues of the judicial system, law enforcement, and the fight against crime, gave a positive assessment of the bill at the first stage of consideration. This document proposes amendments to several codes: the Penal Enforcement Code, the Criminal Code, and the Criminal Procedure Code. Deputy Minister of Internal Affairs Erkebek Ashirkhodzhaev noted that after the abolition of the recidivism institution in 2019, there has been an increase in
In the special regime penal correction facility, there are currently 386 inmates, which is significantly less than the maximum capacity of 600 people. This statement was made by the First Deputy Chairman of the Penal Correction Service, Nurlan Sarchayev, at a meeting of the Committee of the Jogorku Kenesh, which deals with issues related to the judicial system, law enforcement, the fight against crime, and corruption. During the meeting, a draft law was approved that proposes the restoration of
On January 20, Tuesday, a significant event occurred in the commodity markets: the price of the gold futures contract for delivery in February 2026 reached a record $4,720 per troy ounce. This information was provided by Comex, a division of the New York Mercantile Exchange. At the peak, the quotes for the precious metal rose to $4,723. However, by 10:05 AM Moscow time, the price slightly decreased to $4,720, which still reflects a gain of 2.71% compared to the end of the previous trading
Throughout 2025, the Internal Affairs Department of Batken Region conducted five preventive measures called "Arsenal," aimed at combating the illegal circulation of weapons. During these events, residents of the region voluntarily handed over to the police 172 units of firearms that lacked the necessary documentation, as well as 3 magazines, 2,455 cartridges, 4 RGD-5 grenades, 7 parts of firearms, and 2 cans of gunpowder.
The State Committee for National Security of Kyrgyzstan reported the detention of Rustam Isaev, who was involved in fraudulent schemes related to extortion in the construction and pawn crediting sectors. It was previously noted that Manas Aseinovich Sultanov, engaged in pawn and usury activities, conducted illegal actions aimed at profiting from the financial difficulties of citizens by offering them loans with deliberately unacceptable terms and high interest rates. This led to the dependency
According to information provided by the State National Security Committee of the Kyrgyz Republic, lawyer Rustam Isaev was detained in connection with his involvement in fraudulent schemes in the construction and collateral lending sectors. Previously, the State National Security Committee reported the detention of Manas Aseynovich Sultanov, who was engaged in pawnshop and usury activities and was accused of extorting property on a large scale.
- Starting January 1, 2025, a new obligation for producers will come into effect in Kyrgyzstan: the payment of a recycling fee as part of the extended producer responsibility (EPR) system. This information was announced by the press service of the Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision. In the ministry, it was clarified that the EPR system is a state mechanism that places the responsibility for the disposal of their products at the end of their use on producers and
In the "Our People Abroad" section, we will tell you about Gulzirek, a 25-year-old native of Kyrgyzstan, who currently lives and works in the Cayman Islands. A Turmush correspondent spoke with this talented woman.
In the Batken region, the results of the work of the Internal Affairs Department for the year 2025 have been summarized. The press service of the regional police reported that this year, employees who demonstrated high professional skills in ensuring security, combating crime, and fulfilling their official duties were selected. In addition, outstanding representatives of the veterans' council who actively participated in public activities were also awarded.
U.S. President Donald Trump has threatened his French counterpart Emmanuel Macron with a 200% tariff on wines and champagne if he refuses to accept an invitation to the "Council of Peace." Previously, Macron expressed his unwillingness to participate in Trump's "Council of Peace," which piqued journalists' interest. Trump commented on this by saying, "Oh, he said that? Well, no one invited him there. By the time he makes a decision, he may no longer be in
- Bektur Aliyev Kubanychbekovich is no longer serving as the Deputy Chairman of the National Bank, according to information received on January 20 from the Presidential Administration. Aliyev held this position since September 7, 2024.
Last year, Bishkek achieved significant success in road construction, laying down 92 km of new roads. This was reported by the city's mayor, Aibek Junushaliev, in a podcast by the "Kabar" agency. According to the mayor, this figure is a record for the capital. In comparison, in previous years, the volume of road construction varied from 18 to 25 km annually.
On January 20, the Administration of the President announced the appointment of Medet Tairov Maratovich as the Deputy Chairman of the National Bank. Since February 28, 2023, and up to the present moment, Medet Tairov has held the position of Deputy Chairman of the Management Board of JSC "Eldik Bank".
The press service of the President of Kyrgyzstan reported that Bektur Aliev is no longer the Deputy Chairman of the National Bank. The new deputy is Medet Tairov.
Akyldbubu Shaikova, a resident of the village of Saruu in the Jeti-Oguz district of the Issyk-Kul region and holder of the title "Baatyr Ene" [Heroic Mother], is actively engaged in handicrafts. She creates unique items featuring Kyrgyz ornaments and embroidery, which are popular among foreign tourists. A correspondent from Turmush spoke with the master.
In Bishkek, from January 1 to January 19, 2026, 295 cases of seeking medical assistance related to injuries due to snowfall and icy conditions have been registered, according to the Ministry of Health of the Kyrgyz Republic and the emergency department of the Sports Rehabilitation Center. Among these cases, 227 patients were diagnosed with fractures, while 68 individuals sought help for bruises and sprains. All those injured with fractures were provided with plaster casts. According to medical
An international jewelry exhibition, Vicenzaoro, took place in Italy, where the Chairman of the State Tax Service of Kyrgyzstan, Almambet Shykmamatov, held a series of meetings with representatives of well-known Italian brands and industry associations. During his visit, he familiarized himself with the latest global trends in the jewelry industry.
The President of Kazakhstan, Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, announced the introduction of a new position of Vice President of the country during his speech at the V National Kurultai meeting in Kyzylorda, as reported by the media. According to him, the candidate for the position of Vice President will be approved by the President himself, and this position should be enshrined in the Constitution.
The State Committee for National Security (GKNB) is analyzing publications on social media made by a man in a state of alcohol intoxication. The security service reported that a citizen named Z.D.A., born in 1989, had a preventive conversation regarding his posts that could contribute to inciting interethnic hostility. Z.D.A. himself noted that his statements were made under the influence of alcohol, and he assured that he would not allow such actions again. The GKNB also clarified that
The updated version of the 'My City' app now offers new functionality that allows residents to receive timely information about possible water supply interruptions.
The municipal enterprise "Digital Technologies Center" has announced the release of a new version of the "My City" application. According to information provided by the city administration, the update includes the ability to promptly inform citizens about planned and emergency water supply outages. Notifications will now be sent to users in a convenient digital format. To receive personalized notifications, users need to update the application to the latest version and
A driver was detained in Bishkek for being in a state of alcohol intoxication. According to information provided by the Patrol Police, a signal was received at number 102 that the driver of a Hyundai Palisade was consuming alcoholic beverages at the intersection of Akhunbaeva and 7-April streets, near a hypermarket.
In 2025, Bishkek achieved an important success in solving the waste disposal problem. This was reported by the city mayor, Aibek Junushaliev, in a podcast by the agency "Kabar." According to him, the construction of a waste recycling plant had long remained an unresolved issue, despite the adoption of numerous resolutions. Previous attempts to address this problem were accompanied by criminal cases and the detention of officials.
The trial at the Lenin District Court in St. Petersburg, which will start on January 29, 2026, concerns Ekaterina Bivol, who was previously married to the famous boxer Dmitry Bivol. She is accused of inciting interethnic hatred.
President of the United States Donald Trump has extended an invitation to the leaders of 58 countries to join a new "Council of Peace," which will focus on issues related to Gaza. This was reported by an American official in an interview with the Axios portal. According to the source, during his speech at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Trump is likely to compare the work of the "Council of Peace" with the activities of the United Nations. "I believe he may express
A resident of the village of Chym-Korgon, Samat Aydaraliev, shared his experience in preparing feed for livestock, particularly regarding the corn stalks he collects from his garden. In an interview with a Turmush correspondent, he noted: “I gather 4-5 stacks, each containing about 100 stalks. The weight of one bundle is roughly equal to that of a bale of alfalfa. When autumn comes, we cut the corn with a sickle, tie the stalks into bundles, and stack them. Previously, when there was no
Starting from January 20, 2026, discussions are planned in Kyrgyzstan regarding a new law concerning the procedure for processing citizen appeals. This draft law, initiated by the deputy of the Jogorku Kenesh Baktyyar Kalpaev, aims to improve the speed and efficiency of handling appeals in the context of the digital transformation of public administration.
On January 17, Uzbekistan's Deputy Prime Minister Jamshid Khojaev announced the possibility of introducing "mirror" measures against Tajikistan. This statement was made during a meeting with business representatives and government members, where additional customs fees and the rising prices of Uzbek construction materials in the Tajik market were discussed. According to Khojaev, Uzbek producers are facing various barriers when exporting to Tajikistan, leading to a significant
During the conversation, "Z.D.A." confirmed that his actions were imprudent and he does not intend to repeat them in the future. The State Committee for National Security emphasized that necessary examinations are currently being conducted, and that further measures will be taken based on their results, in accordance with the legislation of Kyrgyzstan.
During the off-site meeting of Bishkek Mayor Aibek Junushaliev, which took place today, the need to change the contractor for the construction of the bridge on Jibek-Jolu Avenue was announced. The mayor reviewed the work on several key infrastructure projects in the capital. According to the municipality, deficiencies in the fencing at the construction site were discovered during the inspection, which became the basis for the decision to terminate the contract with the current contracting
A tragic road traffic accident occurred in the Uzgen district, resulting in the loss of one life. According to information provided by the press service of the Department of Road Safety of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Osh region, the incident happened on January 19 in the village of Progress, located in the rural district of Tort-Kul. The time of the accident was recorded at approximately 14:10 on the 609.4 kilometer mark of the Bishkek–Osh highway.
In the updated version of the mobile application "My City," developed by the municipal enterprise "Center for Digital Technologies," a new feature has been implemented to promptly notify users about planned and emergency water supply outages. According to the city administration, residents can now receive notifications in a convenient format directly on their devices.
A working meeting took place in Moscow, where representatives of the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry of Kyrgyzstan familiarized themselves with the activities of the Federal Service for Veterinary and Phytosanitary Surveillance of Russia. The delegation was headed by Asel Kenenbaeva, Deputy Minister, while the Russian side was represented by Konstantin Savenkov, Deputy Head of Rosselkhoznadzor. The agenda included studying the information systems used by
In 2025, beer exports from Russia increased by 19% compared to the previous year, amounting to 103 million dollars, reports RIA Novosti, citing data from the federal center "Agroexport". According to preliminary calculations by analysts, Russia exported over 190 thousand tons of malt beer this year, which resulted in a 19% increase in supply volumes in monetary terms compared to 2024, as stated in the report.
On January 20, the Ministry of Agriculture of Kyrgyzstan announced the start of work on the import of mineral fertilizers. It is expected that by 2026, the agricultural sector of the country will require 182.8 thousand tons of mineral fertilizers: 96.2 thousand tons of nitrogen (needed for spring fieldwork); 71.5 thousand tons of phosphorus; 15.2 thousand tons of potassium. By January 20, 2025, 21.5 thousand tons of mineral fertilizers had already been imported into the republic. Currently,
The mayor of the capital, Aibek Junushaliev, stated in an interview with the podcast of the "Kabar" agency about the intention to build more than 20 underground pedestrian crossings in Bishkek. According to the mayor, it was initially planned to construct three overground crossings on Chyngyz Aitmatov Avenue (Southern Highway), but this idea was abandoned due to the negative reaction from the citizens.