Next week in Bishkek, meteorologists do not forecast any snowfall. On February 2, variable cloudiness is expected. At night, the temperature will drop to -2 degrees, while during the day it will rise to +12 degrees.
The documentary film sparked active discussions on social media in these countries In Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan, the documentary "President" is actively being discussed, which covers the five-year term of Sadyr Japarov's presidency in Kyrgyzstan. According to information from bloggers and public figures, the film attracted the attention of a wide audience and became a topic for discussing significant changes occurring in Kyrgyzstan. In their publications, they emphasize the
On February 1, 1957, a record low temperature of -21.8 degrees was registered in Bishkek, according to information provided by the resource "Weather and Climate." On the other end of the temperature spectrum, on February 1, 2007, a record high of +19.8 degrees was recorded.
Conditions for receiving the one-time payment "Bala Berek" for mothers with multiple children in high-altitude and remote regions have been published. Assistance will be available to Kyrgyz women and qayrylman who give birth to their fourth and subsequent children starting from January 1, 2026. The amount of the payment ranges from 100,000 soms for the fourth child to 2 million soms for the tenth and subsequent children. To receive the funds, a woman must have lived in a
The air temperature forecast for Kyrgyzstan has been prepared by Kyrgyzhydromet. According to the forecast, at night, the air temperature on certain days of the month: in Batken, Issyk-Kul, Osh, Jalal-Abad, and Talas regions may drop to -12 °C; in Chui region - to -13 °C; in Naryn region - to -26 °C. During the day in February, the air temperature may rise: in Issyk-Kul region - to +8 °C; in Naryn region - to +10 °C; in Chui and Talas regions - to +20 °C; in Batken, Osh, and Jalal-Abad regions
Almambet Matubraimov, Chairman of the Council of the Assembly of the People of Kyrgyzstan, has been awarded the Order of Friendship, which was presented to him by the President of Russia, Vladimir Putin. This award is given in recognition of his significant contribution to the development of friendly relations and cooperation between Russia and Kyrgyzstan. The award ceremony took place on January 29 at the Public Chamber of Russia, located in Moscow.
At the meeting of the parliamentary groups "Eldik" and "Ala-Too," held on January 30, Ulan Primov, a deputy of the Jogorku Kenesh, expressed concern about the current social benefits in light of the economic situation in the country. He emphasized the need to revise the existing criteria for their allocation. During his speech, Primov provided specific data on the rise in food prices. For example, the cost of flour ranges from 1700 to 2500 soms depending on the variety,
In Kyrgyzstan, the upcoming day will be dry. In the capital, Bishkek, the temperature will drop to −3 degrees at night, rising to +10 during the day.
At the Kyrgyz-Chinese border, at the "Torugart" checkpoint, a meeting was held with drivers of heavy trucks arriving from China. The event was organized by the head of the traffic safety department of the Internal Affairs Directorate of the Naryn region, Police Lieutenant Colonel Nurbek Salymbaev. This information was provided by the Traffic Safety Department of the Internal Affairs Directorate of the Naryn region.
Recently, Ravshanbek Sabirov, head of the National Investment Agency, visited the sewing factory "Eurasia Group," located in the village of Kashgar-Kyshtak in the Kara-Suu district. The purpose of the visit was to familiarize himself with the implementation of the investment project concerning the construction of the second phase of the factory. The total investment in the project, including the initial and subsequent phases, amounts to $40 million.
Bishkek February 1, SundayAt night, the temperature will be -1..-3 °C, with expected cloudiness. During the day, the city will experience 9...11 °C with cloudy weather.
Photo by the Ministry of Health of the KR The Ministry of Health of the Kyrgyz Republic has announced the start of a nationwide month called "Be Responsible!". This initiative aims to identify risk factors for non-communicable diseases among men over 18 years old. As part of this campaign, the ministry encourages men to seek preventive medical consultations at local primary healthcare facilities, such as family medicine centers, general practitioner practices, family doctor groups,
According to information provided by Bloomberg, Russian cosmonauts earn approximately 5.5 million rubles for six months in orbit. Cosmonaut Sergey Ryazansky shared that during his flights, his daily earnings were around $400, which totals about $72,000 for a standard six-month mission.
Recently, a meat product fair was held in the Kochkor district, as reported by a Turmush correspondent. The organization of this event was aimed at supporting vulnerable groups in the population, providing them with the opportunity to purchase meat at lower prices. The fair was conducted by the Sary-Bulak rural administration in collaboration with an organization that works with people with disabilities.
In the city of Osh, a significant puddle has formed on the sidewalk of the "Dostuk" overpass, forcing pedestrians to step onto the roadway where vehicles are moving. This situation became known thanks to a video circulated on social media. In the video, it can be seen that a real "mini-water body" has formed at the edge of the sidewalk on the bridge.
In the Chuy region, there is an increase in the number of foxes that have started to approach residential areas closely. One local resident shared his recent observation: “In the winter, in the morning, I noticed a light-red fox that jumped out of the reeds as if onto a stage. It stopped, listening, and when it saw me, it slowly hid behind a bush, but did not run away.”
Next to the livestock pen, local residents witnessed a snow leopard holding a captured lamb in a sheepfold. This event was captured on video. Experts note that the increase in cases where predators approach populated areas is related to the age of individual animals and difficulties in finding natural food in the wild.
In response to social media messages about placing women in labor in the corridors, the administration of the Human Reproduction Center explained that the photographs were taken in the summer of 2025, when the City Perinatal Center was closing for repairs, which significantly increased the load on their institution. According to Nurgul Shoonaeva, the director of the center, the number of births in 2025 increased by 1,000 compared to the previous year, indicating a rise in the burden on the
On January 31, 2026, a winter sports celebration "Kыshky mayram - 2026" was held on the slopes of Mount Chon-Tash in Bishkek, organized for children. The goal of the event was to provide active and beneficial winter leisure for the youth, as reported by the city administration. In the ceremonial part, the Mayor of Bishkek, Aibek Junushaliev, and the Minister of Labor, Social Security, and Migration of the Kyrgyz Republic, Kanat Sagynbaev, congratulated the participants on the holiday
In response to social media posts about the placement of mothers in the corridors of the Kyrgyz Scientific Center for Human Reproduction (KSCHR), the press center of the Ministry of Health of Kyrgyzstan issued a clarification. According to information provided by the administration of the medical institution, the photographs were taken in the summer of 2025, when the City Perinatal Center was under renovation, which led to an increased load on the KSCHR.
On the sidewalk along A. Navoi Street in the city of Osh, the installed barriers could not withstand the pressure and less than a month after the completion of construction works, they were found to be broken, skewed, and partially destroyed. According to the press service of the city administration, the barriers were damaged after a car crashed into them.
In Kyrgyzstan, the Tax Service has announced a tender for the purchase of 150 tablets. According to information posted on the state procurement portal, the total budget for this purchase amounts to 5 million 173.5 thousand soms.
Starting from March 1, 2026, citizens of Uzbekistan who have lived in Turkey for at least three years will be able to automatically obtain work permits. This was reported by the Migration Agency under the government of Uzbekistan, citing information from "Azattyk Asia." This important agreement was reached during a meeting between Behzod Musaev, the head of the agency, and Vedat Işıkhan, the Minister of Labor and Social Security of Turkey.
Gulzat Isamatova, the Minister of Science, Higher Education, and Innovations of Kyrgyzstan, held a meeting with Sandor Dorogi, the Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary Ambassador of Hungary to Kyrgyzstan. During this meeting, current issues and the future of bilateral cooperation in the field of science and education were discussed. The parties noted the need to update the legal framework for further interaction and emphasized the importance of joint events in 2026, as well as the development of
Photo UNICEF. A flooded street in southern Mozambique January 2026 became a month of sharp climate contrasts: from severe frosts and downpours to extreme heat. The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) emphasizes that this highlights the need for investments in early warning systems and accurate forecasts, it stated. According to the WMO, natural disasters occurred worldwide, leading to significant suffering, economic losses, and ecological damage.
The boarding school for blind and visually impaired children located in Bishkek on Kulatov Street is facing plans to relocate to the village of Chon-Aryk (also known as Vorontsovka). Parents of the students are expressing dissatisfaction, as many of them have taken steps to bring their homes closer to the school by selling property for the convenience of their children's mobility. “We gathered because the relocation of our school to Chon-Aryk is being discussed. We unanimously concluded
Preliminary negotiations have started in New York regarding the creation of an international convention aimed at combating crimes against humanity. This was reported by the UN News Service. Volker Turk, the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights, noted that the discussion of a new treaty represents a "unique opportunity that comes once in a generation," which could help improve mechanisms for preventing serious crimes and ensuring accountability for them.
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.
In Astana, a solemn ceremony was held to open the Days of Kyrgyz Cinema, organized by the Embassy of Kyrgyzstan in Kazakhstan in collaboration with the Ministry of Culture and Information of the Republic of Kazakhstan. Kudaybergen Bazarbaev, the Ambassador of Kyrgyzstan, emphasized that Kazakhstani viewers show a constant interest in Kyrgyz films, noting that in 2024 the film "Paradise at the Feet of Mothers" took first place in the box office in Kazakhstan.
As part of the program to strengthen the border with Afghanistan, the member countries of the Collective Security Treaty Organization (CSTO) are determining which types of weapons and military equipment will be transferred to the border troops of Tajikistan. This was reported by the CSTO Secretary General Taalatbek Masadykov in an interview with the magazine "Allies. CSTO." According to Masadykov, the CSTO is actively assisting in the first phase of this program — in clarifying and
In 2026, the Ministry of Health of the Kyrgyz Republic plans to conduct a tender for the procurement of various awards, including badges, certificates, honorary diplomas, and letters of appreciation. According to information posted on the state procurement portal, the total budget for these purposes is 1 million 468 thousand soms.
From February 10 to 11, a Quran recitation contest titled "Youth Against Extremism" will take place in Bishkek and the Chui region. This event is organized by the Spiritual Administration of Muslims of Kyrgyzstan in collaboration with the Main Internal Affairs Directorate of the capital. The main objective of the contest is to prevent extremism among youth, strengthen patriotism, and disseminate Islamic knowledge. The organizers aim to spark interest in the Quran and adherence to the
Photo UN. The organization calls for an Olympic truce Winter Olympic Games will start in Italy on February 6. During the UN General Assembly meeting, Chairperson Annalena Baerbock urged all conflicting parties to a "mutual ceasefire" during the sporting events, referencing the ancient principle of the Olympic truce.
This week in Bishkek, there has been an increase in prices for potatoes, tomatoes, peppers, sugar, and milk. At the same time, prices for bread, onions, cabbage, and bananas have decreased. Thus, the total cost of the minimum set of products has increased by 86 soms, amounting to 7,018 soms.
The Tampere Film Festival, which will take place from March 4 to 8, 2026, will serve as the venue for the international premiere of the film "Kyzyl tufli" (translated as "Red Shoes"), created by director Alina Baytokova. This was announced in reports from the Film Development Fund of Kyrgyzstan. This film is a laureate of the pitching at the XI Forum of Young Cinema "Umut" and will be presented to the public for the first time on the international stage.
On January 31, a master class dedicated to the sewing and embroidery of beldemchi will take place at the National Museum of Fine Arts named after Gapar Aitiev. The event will be led by Turar Turganaly, a designer and member of the Union of Artists. This information was provided by the press service of the Ministry of Culture. Beldemchi is a traditional open-front skirt or cape with a wide belt and is an important element of the Kyrgyz women's national costume. It is worn over a dress or a
In Bishkek and Osh, a transfer of medications for pediatric oncology worth over 1.6 million soms took place. The medicines were sent to the pediatric oncology department of the Institute for the Protection of Motherhood and Childhood at the National Center for the Protection of Motherhood and Childhood in Bishkek. This initiative was the result of a charitable project implemented by Patrick Meyerle from Ravensburg (Germany) and Peter Bree from West Chester (USA) as part of the mountain bike
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
In Kyrgyzstan, active licensing of taxi services continues. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Internal Affairs. The agency emphasized that the introduction of licensing is aimed at:
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,
Photo: kinoafisha.info. The main character of the series "Get Back on Your Feet," played by Gosha Kutsenko The first week of February (from the 2nd to the 8th) will delight viewers with a number of new series. During this period, one can see tense survival stories in areas with anomalies, family dramas about seeking forgiveness, as well as dynamic action films dedicated to the fight against extremism. Special attention is drawn to the return of well-known characters in new seasons
A working meeting took place in Bishkek, attended by the Minister of Construction, Architecture, and Housing and Communal Services Nurdun Oruntaev, as well as the Mayor of the city Aibek Junushaliev and the President of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry Temir Sariev. The main topic of the meeting was the discussion of the responsibilities of construction companies. This meeting was organized in accordance with the instructions of President Sadyr Japarov, announced on January 23.
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
Specialists from the Bishkek Health Strengthening Center reported that approximately 80% of cases of cancer of the lips, tongue, larynx, and other oral cavity organs are directly related to the consumption of nasvai. Although the sale of nasvai is not prohibited in Kyrgyzstan, this product is available in compact packaging and does not have a strong odor like cigarettes, which creates an illusion of safety. This makes nasvai particularly attractive not only to adults but also to youth and
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 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.
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
At the joint meeting of the parliamentary groups "Ala-Too" and "Eldik" on January 30, Isirailev noted that many migrants have been working abroad for 10, 20, and even 30 years, particularly in Russia. In his opinion, they make a significant contribution to the economy of their country, and Kyrgyzstan should also support them. The deputy proposed to allow them to make social contributions of 1,000 to 2,000 soms, depending on their capabilities, to facilitate the accumulation