Hidden Risk Factors for Stomach Cancer Discovered

The results of a recent study conducted by specialists from Duke-NUS Medical School and the National University Health System of Singapore (NUHS) indicate that the risk of developing stomach cancer may begin to form long before the first signs of the disease appear. According to the agency Lenta.ru, factors such as age, smoking, genetic changes, and even bacteria residing in the oral cavity influence this risk. In their study, the researchers analyzed over 1,500 samples of intestinal

In Bishkek, there are plans to relocate the café "Jasmin" and improve the area.

Today, the mayor of the capital, Aibek Junushaliev, held an on-site meeting along the technical channel of the CHPP, where demolition work on illegal constructions is taking place. During the visit, special attention was paid to the café 'Jasmin'. According to information provided by the mayor's office, due to identified violations, a decision was made to terminate the current contract and relocate the café 'Jasmin' to a new plot of land. The entrepreneur will be

A new 28-meter bridge will be built in Bishkek

In the capital of Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek, the construction of a new bridge is planned, which will be located between Shabdan Batyr and Sagymbay Manaschy streets. The width of this structure will be 28 meters. These plans were announced during an on-site meeting of the city mayor, Aibek Junushaliev, who personally inspected the condition of several key infrastructure facilities in the capital.

A multi-level parking lot will be built on Sagymbai Manaschy Street

The city hall reported on plans to construct a multi-level parking lot on Sagymbai Manaschy Street. This information was announced during a field meeting of Bishkek Mayor Aibek Junushaliev, who was inspecting the progress of work on several important infrastructure projects in the capital. It should be noted that this development of parking infrastructure is part of a broader program by the city hall aimed at improving the transportation situation and creating more comfortable conditions for

Ponomarev on food trucks: When a farmer has direct access to the market, prices are always lower

Economist Sergey Ponomarev expressed his opinion regarding the initiative of the Ministry of Agriculture concerning the establishment of mobile points for selling meat products at affordable prices. He emphasized that this measure helps to create socially important infrastructure by eliminating unnecessary links in the supply chain from producers to consumers. “This initiative is undoubtedly beneficial and will primarily bring advantages to consumers. Social prices are especially important for

The specialized committee of the Housing and Utilities approved amendments to the EAEU Agreement

At a recent meeting of the Committee on Industrial Policy, Transport, as well as in the field of Architecture and Construction, a decision was made to support the draft law concerning the "Ratification of the Protocol on Amendments to the Agreement on the Eurasian Economic Union," which was signed on July 28, 2025, in Moscow and pertains to the original Agreement dated May 29, 2014. Sultan Akhmatov, Deputy Minister of Economy and Commerce, presented information that the proposed

At the final meeting in the Main Internal Affairs Directorate of Chuy Region, the best police officers were awarded

On January 20, a final meeting was held at the Main Department of Internal Affairs of the Chui Region, where the results of operational and service activities for the year 2025 were summarized. The event was attended by the Deputy Minister of Internal Affairs, Oktay Urmambetov.

Children's Rights and Educator's Responsibility - Experts' Opinions

Conflicts between students and teachers have repeatedly arisen in educational institutions, becoming a subject of discussion in society. Gulzat Isabekova, a psychologist at the Child Assistance Center of the Bishkek City Hall, emphasizes that in the past, the use of violence in the educational process was considered normal, which still leads to differing opinions in society.

In Kazakhstan, a Vice President position will be created and the parliament will be renamed.

President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev announced plans to create a new position of vice president, as well as the possible abolition of the post of state advisor. These changes were announced at the National Kurultai. According to Tokayev, the vice president will perform numerous tasks, including representing Kazakhstan's interests at international forums and participating in negotiations with foreign delegations. He will also represent the president in parliament and interact with

Analysts explained the reasons for the budget surplus in Kyrgyzstan

According to the economic growth forecast for Kyrgyzstan for 2026-2028, prepared by the Eurasian Fund for Stabilization and Development (EFSD), the country's budget shows a record surplus due to an increase in non-tax revenues. The EFSD emphasized that the revenues from the profits of the National Bank of Kyrgyzstan for 2024 amounted to 45.7 billion soms (equivalent to 3.7% of GDP), contributing to the growth of non-tax revenues to 10.8% of GDP from January to September 2025, compared to

In Kyrgyzstan, state mining and licenses for the supply of virtual assets have been legalized

On January 20, President Sadyr Japarov signed a new Law of the Kyrgyz Republic "On Amendments to the Law of the Kyrgyz Republic 'On Virtual Assets'," reports the press service of the president's administration. The law, which was approved by the Jogorku Kenesh on December 24, 2025, aims to improve state regulation in the field of virtual asset services, as well as to ensure stability and transparency in this market in the country.

Schoolboy Bekkan Allaberdiev took first place at the math Olympiad in the USA

On January 10, the international mathematics olympiad XCEL (Xtraordinary Challenge in Education and Learning) took place in Los Angeles, USA. A scientist from Kyzyl-Kiya, Bekkan Allaberdiev, became the winner among participants from 40 countries, taking first place.

Veterinary Clinic of OshGU — What Conditions Are Created There

The veterinary clinic of Osh State University celebrated its first anniversary. Over the past year, assistance has been provided to more than 400 animals, and over 100 surgeries, both complex and simple, have been performed. According to information from the university's press service, one of the residents of Osh, Alisha Korella, visited the clinic with her dog named Laila, who was experiencing bleeding from the bladder and a sharp deterioration in condition. Alisha cares for several dogs

In Kyrgyzstan, they want to hold accountable for violations in the production of halal products.

The Ministry of Economy and Commerce of the Kyrgyz Republic is working on a draft law that provides for the introduction of liability for non-compliance in the production and certification of halal products. According to the department, changes to the Code of Offenses will include fines for the sale of halal products and the provision of halal services without the appropriate certificates.

In a year, the Code of Offenses has been amended 33 (!) times. The Ministry of Justice proposes a limit.

At the meeting of the Committee on Judicial and Legal Affairs of the Jogorku Kenesh, held on January 20, Justice Minister Ayaz Bayetov presented a bill that proposes to limit the number of amendments to the codes to once a year. According to the minister, the frequent amendments that have occurred in recent years undermine citizens' and businesses' trust in the legal system, create difficulties in law enforcement, and hinder the formation of sustainable strategies in the economy and

"Kyrgyz Agroholding" plans to launch mobile meat sales points at social prices

The presentation of this project took place as part of an initiative to improve access to quality food products. The project will create opportunities to enhance the availability of meat products, which will contribute to market stability and meet the needs of the population.

Commercial banks attracted 9.6 billion soms at the deposit auction

As a result of the deposit auction held on January 19, 2026, commercial banks were able to attract 9.6 billion soms. This information was provided by the Kyrgyz Stock Exchange. The auction was conducted for the placement of deposits for a period of one year, with a total volume of offered funds amounting to 20 billion soms. The demand from banks was high, reaching 11 billion 950 million soms.

Due to an anomalous solar flare, the northern lights were observed worldwide

A recent solar flare caused a stunning display of the northern lights, spanning numerous countries. A powerful magnetic storm rated G4.7 led to the formation of auroras across various continents. A cloud of solar particles reached Earth in a record 25 hours, while this process typically takes 3-4 days, according to experts from the astronomical platform Spaceweather. Specialists from the Solar Astronomy Laboratory of the IKI RAS noted that the only reliable parameter of the solar wind —

In the Department of Agricultural Crop Expertise, an information system "Expertise" has been developed.

The Department of Agricultural Crop and Horticulture Expertise announced the launch of an automated information system (AIS) called "Expertise," designed to provide state-paid services. The relevant information was made public by the Ministry of Agriculture of the Kyrgyz Republic. Ministry representatives emphasized that the implementation of this system will contribute to improving the quality of state services provided and reducing the impact of the human factor on the process.

The Ministry of Economic Development proposes to punish for the release of halal products and services without a certificate

The Ministry of Economy and Commerce of the Kyrgyz Republic reports the start of work on a draft law that will amend the Code of Offenses. This is being done for stricter control in the halal industry, including establishing responsibility for the production of halal products and the provision of halal services without the necessary certificates. Additionally, this draft law proposes penalties for violations related to the certification of halal products and services.

Kyrgyzstan entered the top three largest importers of Russian beer in 2025

In 2025, the export of Russian beer increased by 19% in monetary terms compared to the previous year, amounting to 103 million dollars, as reported by RIA Novosti, citing data from the federal center "Agroexport." According to preliminary data, Russia exported over 190 thousand tons of malt beer this year, which also indicates a 19% increase in the volume of supplies compared to 2024.

The Ministry of Defense Acquired Vehicles. Photo Report

Recently, 81 vehicles were transferred to the Ministry of Defense of the Kyrgyz Republic, including 36 Chevrolet Cobalt cars, 19 JAC T-6 vehicles, 18 Gazelles, five shift buses, and three JAC Sunray minibuses. Adylbek Kasymaliev noted that in recent years, the country's defense capability has significantly increased. Compared to 2018 and 2019, the budget of the Armed Forces of the Kyrgyz Republic has increased by more than 300%. These funds are directed towards modernizing the material and

In Bishkek, control over public transport drivers is being strengthened

In Bishkek, a meeting was held dedicated to the observance of traffic rules by public transport drivers and ensuring safety on the roads. According to the press service of the mayor's office, the participants of the meeting discussed the results of regular raids conducted every week on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays at the busiest stops in the city. As part of these activities, explanatory work and additional briefings for drivers were also carried out to prevent road traffic accidents.

Requirements for the State Language for Public Servants in Kyrgyzstan Have Been Tightened

Changes have been made to the rules In Kyrgyzstan, the requirements for knowledge of the state language for civil servants have been raised. The Cabinet of Ministers adopted changes to resolution No. 189 dated April 4, 2022, which defines standard qualification requirements for state and municipal employees. The obligation to possess the Kyrgyz language at the level established by regulatory acts is now enshrined for a number of categories of administrative positions. The requirement for

In the Mountains of Issyk-Kul, a 19-Year-Old Girl Caught a Baby Marmot — The Story of Turum Kokocho Kyz, Who Wrote a Letter to the Prime Minister

Turum Kokochо kyzy [Turum Kököчө kyzy] lives in one of the most remote areas of Kyrgyzstan. Her native village, Ak-Shyyrak rural district, is located in the foothill zone of the Jeti-Oguz district in the Issyk-Kul region.

Reconstruction of the Sports Palace in Bishkek: the city hall will restore the swimming pool

The implementation of a large-scale project for the reconstruction of the Kaba Uulu Kozhomkul Sports Palace has begun in Bishkek. This was announced by the mayor of the capital, Aibek Junushaliev. As the city head noted, this decision was made at the instruction of President Sadyr Japarov, who announced it during the opening of the "Zhashtyk Arena" sports complex.

The Ministry of Defense has been handed the keys to 81 vehicles

Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers Adylbek Kasymaliev witnessed the handover of 81 vehicles to the Ministry of Defense. These vehicles were purchased with state budget funds, which will significantly improve the mobility and equipment of military units, as reported by the government press service.

A new building of the kindergarten "Asan-Usun" has been put into operation in Osh

In Osh, on A. Masaliyev Street, a ceremonial opening of the new building of the "Asan-Uson" kindergarten, which accommodates 100 children, took place. The event was attended by the mayor, Jenishbek Toktorbaev, the Minister of Education of the Kyrgyz Republic, Dogdurgul Kendirbaeva, the presidential representative in the Osh region, Amankan Kenjebaev, the chairman of the city council, Bolot Bayetov, as well as kindergarten staff and parents of the children. The mayor emphasized the

Construction of the Papanskaya Hydroelectric Power Station in the Osh Region Continues

In the Osh region, in the Kara-Suu district, the project for the construction of the small hydropower station "Papan" is ongoing, with a capacity of 27 MW. This was reported by the Ministry of Energy of Kyrgyzstan. Currently, the following stages of work have been completed:

Food trucks with meat at social prices will appear in Bishkek

In the capital of Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek, mobile sales points offering meat products at social prices will be launched in the near future. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Agriculture of the Kyrgyz Republic. The project, organized by the Kyrgyz Agroholding OJSC, includes food trucks that will provide the population with quality meat directly, eliminating unnecessary intermediaries.

Drifting on Ice Cost the Driver 25,000 Som

In Talas, the driver of a "VAZ" car was fined 25,000 soms for a serious violation of traffic rules. According to the information from the Traffic Safety Department of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the region, the incident occurred on the Taraz–Talas–Suusamyr highway. The driver was held administratively responsible for dangerous maneuvers on the slippery road. The car was placed in a towing lot.

In Bazar-Korgon, due to a lack of classrooms, the school cafeteria was converted into a classroom.

The main general education school named after Turdumata Ismanov in the village of Kotkor in the Kenesh ayil district of the Bazar-Korgon region, built using the ashar method, has deteriorated. This was reported to the Turmush correspondent by the school director, Kosmira Abylova. This school was built in 1996 using the ashar method.

Sadyr Japarov signed a law on changes in the field of virtual assets

President of the Kyrgyz Republic Sadyr Japarov has signed a law concerning changes in the regulation of virtual assets, which was approved by the Jogorku Kenesh on December 24, 2025. The purpose of this law is to improve state control in the field of virtual asset services, as well as to create conditions for stability and transparency in the virtual asset market in Kyrgyzstan.

In the city of Manas, a hospital for the treatment of cardiovascular diseases has begun construction: What will it include?

In Manas, the construction of a hospital for the treatment of cardiovascular diseases has begun: what is planned? Turmush — In the Jalal-Abad region, on Roza Azimova Street in the city of Manas, the construction of a modern 250-bed hospital has started, which will become part of the Southern Regional Scientific Center for Cardiovascular Surgery. The new building will consist of 7 floors, 2 of which will be underground.

Academician of the National Academy of Sciences called for the development of organic farming for food security in Kyrgyzstan

Doctor of Agricultural Sciences and Academician of the National Academy of Sciences of the Kyrgyz Republic, Jamin Akimaliev, recently emphasized in a radio interview that Kyrgyzstan needs to intensify the development of organic agriculture and the processing of agricultural products to enhance the country's food security. The expert noted that a significant share of vegetables and fruits in the markets is currently imported. Moreover, the quality and taste characteristics of these products

Chinese Projects in Tajikistan: Outbursts of Violence, Labor Conflicts, and Uncertainty

Chinese companies actively investing in Tajikistan through mining projects, infrastructure construction, and industrial enterprises are facing increasing challenges from local communities expressing dissatisfaction with working conditions, reports Ozodi.

The Council for the Affairs of Persons with Disabilities Will Be Able to Participate in Lawmaking

The Committee of the Jogorku Kenesh, which deals with issues of constitutional legislation, state structure, and local self-government, reviewed a draft law concerning amendments to the legislative acts of the Kyrgyz Republic regarding the Council for the Affairs of Persons with Disabilities during its meeting. This project was discussed in the second reading. Deputy Dastan Bekeshev was the initiator of this draft law.

Electricity consumption in Kyrgyzstan increased by 7%

In Kyrgyzstan, 14.5 billion kWh of electricity is produced annually, including all small hydropower plants and thermal power plants. This was announced at a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh Committee, where Deputy Minister of Energy Altynbek Rysbekov spoke. He also noted that the current demand for electricity reaches about 20 billion kWh, creating a deficit of 4.3 billion kWh.

Military personnel in Kyrgyzstan will soon be provided with more than 900 apartments.

Recently, the head of the Cabinet of Ministers of Kyrgyzstan, Adylbek Kasymaliev, announced that more than 900 apartments will be provided to military personnel of the Ministry of Defense as part of the ongoing construction of new residential complexes. This statement was made during the ceremony for the transfer of 81 units of vehicles in Bishkek. He emphasized that providing housing for military personnel is an important part of the country's social policy. The allocation of apartments

Complaints about pawnshops are considered within 14 working days

According to information provided by Suyorkul Ashimjan uulu, the chief specialist of the forecasting, control, and monitoring department of the Financial Market Regulation and Supervision Service, the deadline for considering citizens' appeals is 14 working days. This information was announced during a live broadcast of the program "Elden Sobol" by the Kabar agency. Ashimjan uulu also added that if additional measures or inspections are necessary, the review period may be

Young wrestler from Chui region won the championship in Kant

On January 16, a freestyle wrestling championship for boys took place in the city of Kant, reports Turmush correspondent. About 220 participants from various districts of the Chui region gathered for the competition.

In the rural district of Jazy in the Uzgen region, measures are set to be taken against those who illegally seized land.

At the direction of the akim of the Uzgen district, Kanybek Apbasov, public hearings are taking place in several villages of the Jazy rural district. As of today, events have already been held in the villages of Jërenchi, Zergër, and Jañy-Ayıl.

Another construction company fined in Bishkek after minister's inspection

In the Issyk-Ata District, football fields were opened in 7 villages

New football fields have appeared in seven villages of the Issyk-Ata district. According to information provided by the district state administration, at the initiative of the President of Kyrgyzstan, Sadyr Japarov, 10 mini-football fields have been built in this area, seven of which have already begun to operate.

Kyrgyzstan has increased self-sufficiency in basic products, but is dependent on imports for a number of items, - Academician of the National Academy of Sciences

Today, about 65% of the population of Kyrgyzstan lives in rural areas, highlighting the necessity of the agricultural sector as a fundamental element of the country's economy. This was stated on the radio by Doctor of Agricultural Sciences, Academician of the National Academy of Sciences Jamyn Akimaliev. Akimaliev noted that in the address of President Sadyr Japarov made last year, key attention was given to the development of the agro-industrial complex. In this context, emphasis was

The budget of the Armed Forces of Kyrgyzstan has increased by more than 300% since 2018-2019.

In Bishkek, the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers Adylbek Kasymaliev announced that the budget of the Armed Forces of the Kyrgyz Republic has increased by more than 300% over the past few years compared to 2018-2019. This statement was made during the ceremony of handing over 81 units of vehicles to the Ministry of Defense. He noted that during this period, the country's defense capability has been significantly strengthened. The increase in funding has allowed for the allocation of

A Mosque Burned Down in Bishkek

In Bishkek, in the village of Alamedin in the Sverdlovsk district, a fire broke out in a mosque, as reported by the Ministry of Emergency Situations of Kyrgyzstan. According to the information, the first call about the fire was received at 11:16, after which two fire crews and the headquarters of the Sverdlovsk district fire and rescue service No. 3 were dispatched to the scene. The firefighters managed to extinguish the fire by 12:18. The area of the fire was approximately 150 square meters.

The extraction of mineral resources accounted for 9.2% of the structure of industrial production in the Kyrgyz Republic.

- According to official statistics, the volume of industrial production in the Kyrgyz Republic amounted to 799.7 billion soms at current prices by the end of 2025. Of this amount, 73.4 billion soms were attributed to the extraction of mineral resources, which accounts for approximately 9.2% of the total volume.