The promotion for the free replacement of indefinite driver's licenses has been extended

The deadlines for the promotion of free replacement of indefinite driver's licenses have been extended. This is reported on the website Kaktus.media, citing the State Center for Vehicle Registration and Driver Licensing. In the press service of this center, it was noted that in order for as many citizens as possible to be able to exchange their licenses, it may take about two months. During this time, the replacement will also be free of charge and without the need for a medical

In Bishkek, the 70th anniversary of the scientist Abdyladzhana Akmataliev was celebrated

On January 16, a solemn event was held in Bishkek dedicated to the 70th anniversary of Abdyladjan Akmataliev — an outstanding literary scholar, critic, poet, and Doctor of Philological Sciences, professor, who became a distinguished figure in Kyrgyzstan. Abdyladjan Akmataliev left a significant mark in the field of science and literature. According to the press service of the Ministry of Culture, high-ranking guests attended the celebration, including State Secretary Arslan Koichiev, Deputy

Frosts of up to −35° Expected in Kyrgyzstan

In Kyrgyzstan, on January 19, forecasters predict a sharp deterioration in weather conditions with a noticeable drop in temperature. According to their report, the temperature changes in various regions of the country will be as follows:

Frosts down to -14° and snow: weather forecast in Bishkek for the week

Next week, frosty conditions are expected in Bishkek, with occasional snowfall, and nighttime temperatures may drop to -14 degrees. According to meteorologists, the weather in the capital of Kyrgyzstan will be as follows:

Scholarship "El Ümütü". Graduates Ready to Contribute to the Development of the Country

At a meeting with Gulzat Isamatova, the Minister of Science, Higher Education, and Innovations, graduates of the international presidential scholarship "El ümitü" expressed their readiness to actively contribute to the development of the country. The ministry reported that the meeting took place in an open dialogue format, where pressing issues regarding the further development of the scholarship program were discussed. Participants exchanged views on mechanisms to support talented

The Bishkek—Kara-Balta highway has been cleared of snow and treated with inert materials.

This information was received from the press service of the Traffic Safety Department (UOBDD) of the Main Internal Affairs Directorate of the Chui Region. Due to the worsening weather conditions, including snowfall and a drop in temperature, control over road safety is being intensified, as stated in the official message.

A Person Was Being Transported on the Hood — Footage from Aydarken

In Aydarken, a shocking incident was recorded by a surveillance camera, where a driver of a Ford Mondeo was transporting a person by placing them on the hood. This information was reported by the Traffic Safety Administration (UOBDD) of the Batken region. According to reports, UOBDD officers from the Kadamjay district quickly identified the offender and detained him. As a result of this dangerous ride, the driver was fined 15,000 soms, and his vehicle was sent to the impound lot.

Four Flights Delayed at Manas Airport

At Manas Airport, the operation of several flights has been temporarily suspended. This information was provided by the press service of OJSC "Airports of Kyrgyzstan." According to their data, visibility on the runway is currently fluctuating between 400-800 meters. Turkish Airlines and Pegasus Airlines have reported the cancellation of their flights, and the reasons for the cancellations are currently being clarified. Additionally, two domestic flights to "Manas" were

In Osh, city authorities demanded the release of school lands by March 1.

In Osh, the initiative to reclaim lands that were previously transferred from educational institutions continues. This is reported by the local mayor's office. According to the information, on January 18, a notification was sent out regarding the need to vacate the plots by March 1 for the properties located on the lands of schools No. 8 named after Gorky, No. 6 named after Makarenko, and No. 57 named after Tajimatov.

One of the directors of the animated film "The Lion King," Roger Allers, has passed away.

Roger Allers, one of the talented directors behind the creation of the famous animated film "The Lion King," has passed away at the age of 76, as reported by Variety magazine.

Class X flare on the Sun will cause a strong magnetic storm on January 20

Astronomers from the Solar Astronomy Laboratory of the Institute for Space Research of the Russian Academy of Sciences and meteorologists are predicting strong magnetic storms at levels G3-G4 on Earth, caused by an X-class solar flare recorded on January 18. The first such flare this year resulted in a coronal mass ejection heading towards our planet, and it is expected to trigger a G3-G4 magnetic storm on January 20. These levels, according to international classification, denote

Mass Poisoning in Bishkek. All Victims Discharged from the Hospital

As a result of mass poisoning at the fast food restaurant "Daamduu" in Bishkek, all the victims have been discharged from the Republican Clinical Infectious Diseases Hospital. The chief physician of the institution, Gulzhigit Aaliyev, shared this information with 24.kg. A total of 23 people sought medical attention, of which 18 were hospitalized, including 4 children.

In Cholpon-Ata, an underwater drone for operation in Issyk-Kul was successfully tested

In Issyk-Kul Lake in Cholpon-Ata, the first tests of a new underwater drone, which has been handed over to the local police department, have been successfully completed. The testing involved the akim of the Issyk-Kul region, Japarbek Ormonov, and representatives from various regional services. During the tests, the drone was able to detect and retrieve an old fishing net from the bottom of the lake, which had been there for many years. This success demonstrated the high efficiency of this

In Kyrgyzstan, a "visual pause" is being implemented near ATMs

The Ministry of Internal Affairs of Kyrgyzstan, in collaboration with the organization TSARKA, has launched a new project aimed at protecting citizens from financial fraud. According to information from the agency, a memorandum of cooperation has been signed between the interested parties. The initiative is based on international approaches that have proven effective in countries such as Japan, Singapore, and the United Kingdom. The main element of the project is the "visual pause,"

Winter Admission. The third round has begun in universities of Kyrgyzstan.

The third stage of the winter enrollment in higher educational institutions has begun in Kyrgyzstan. According to information provided by the automated system "Applicant online," the application submission will take place from January 19 to 21.

Winter Trials: Police Officers of the Panfilovsky District Provide Assistance to Citizens

In the Chui region, in the Panfilov district, representatives of the police have begun to provide support to those citizens who are particularly in need of assistance during the winter cold. This information was announced at the district internal affairs department.

Large-scale weapon inspections have begun in the Osh region following a series of incidents.

In the Osh region, checks have begun to identify illegal possession of weapons. Turmush — This was reported by the press service of the Internal Affairs Department of the Osh region.

Weather forecast in Kyrgyzstan for January 19: around zero degrees in Bishkek during the day

In the country, no precipitation is expected. The temperature in Bishkek will drop to -12 degrees at night and rise to 0 during the day.

"Wikipedia" Turns 25: Billions of Views Every Month

"Wikipedia" was founded on January 15, 2001, by Jimmy Wales and Larry Sanger, and this month it celebrates its 25th anniversary. Since its launch, this resource has evolved from a modest 100 articles to a vast knowledge base containing over 65 million entries, which are viewed nearly 15 billion times each month. Currently, the management of "Wikipedia" is carried out by the Wikimedia Foundation, which was established in 2003. In honor of the anniversary, the foundation

Bishkek Events for the Week: Performances, Exhibitions, and Film Screenings

Exhibitions at the museum from January 20 to 23 At the Kyrgyz National Museum of Fine Arts named after Gapar Aitiev, there are permanent exhibitions covering painting, graphics, sculpture, and decorative applied arts. They can be visited daily, except on Mondays. Open from 11:00 to 18:00.

The rules for maintaining employment records have changed in Kyrgyzstan.

The previous procedure for maintaining employment records in Kyrgyzstan has been officially abolished. Government Resolution No. 462 of the KR, which had been in effect since July 24, 2003, has lost its force in accordance with the order of the Cabinet of Ministers dated December 8, 2025, No. 789. It has been replaced by the order of the Ministry of Labor, Social Security, and Migration of the KR No. 345 dated December 24, 2025, which establishes new forms of employment records and the

Students from Kyrgyzstan won 11 medals at the international olympiad in Kazakhstan

According to information provided by the Ministry of Education, the team from Kyrgyzstan won two gold, three silver, and six bronze medals. More than 600 school students from 16 countries participated in the Olympiad, with Kyrgyzstan represented by 33 participants. The gold medals in mathematics were awarded to 8th-grade students from "Gazprom Kyrgyzstan" school — Ariet Akimov and Arlan Sayat.

Snow, fog, icy conditions. Meteorologists issued a storm warning.

Meteorologists in Kyrgyzstan predict a sharp deterioration in weather conditions on January 18-19. During this period, precipitation in the form of snow is expected, locally intense, as well as fog and the accumulation of wet snow on wires and trees. On the roads, snow drifts and icy conditions are possible, while in the mountains, snow drifts are anticipated, as reported by the Agency for Hydrometeorology under the Ministry of Emergency Situations. Additionally, winds from the west are

Bakyt Torobaev familiarized himself with the project of an alternative road to Manas Airport.

Deputy Prime Minister of the Kyrgyz Republic and Minister of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry Bakyt Torobaev conducted a review of the project concerning the construction of an alternative road to the Manas International Airport. According to the Ministry of Transport and Communications, Minister Absattar Syrgabaev and his colleagues presented details about the upcoming works, the goals of the project, as well as its technical specifications and implementation stages. The

In Osh, work is underway to widen the main streets

In the city of Osh, work is actively underway to expand the streets of Saint Petersburg and Abduvaliev. As part of these activities, construction waste is being cleared. According to information provided by the city administration, currently 4 excavators and 6 units of Shacman equipment are involved in the process.

The largest sapphire in the world found in Sri Lanka - 3,563 carats

In Sri Lanka, a unique violet star sapphire weighing 3,563 carats has been unveiled. Experts estimate its value at no less than $300 million, according to the Associated Press.

Participants of the World Ice Hockey Championship Arrived in Bishkek

The national teams of Luxembourg, Mexico, and Iran are already in Bishkek, where the U20 World Ice Hockey Championship will take place.

"Artistic Gymnastics Coaches Awarded the Title of 'Honored Coach of the KR'"

The awarding of the honorary title "Honored Coach of the Kyrgyz Republic" took place in a solemn atmosphere, where the director of the State Agency for Physical Culture and Sports under the Cabinet of Ministers of the KR, Kazybek Moldazhiyev, honored the rhythmic gymnastics coaches.

"Neftchi" appointed a new head coach from Uzbekistan

The football club "Neftchi," based in Kochkor-Ata, announced the appointment of a new head coach for the upcoming 2026 season in the Kyrgyz Premier League. The position has been filled by 51-year-old coach Dmitry An from Uzbekistan.

Turkmenistan Recognized as the Most Sober Country in the Post-Soviet Space

According to data from the World Population Review, Turkmenistan ranks first among CIS countries in sobriety. This portal has compiled rankings showing the level of alcohol consumption in different countries around the world. In Central Asia, as noted, the traditions of Islam influence people's attitudes towards alcohol, leading to lower consumption.

Zheenbek Kulubaev commented on Western sanctions and the U.S. visa policy

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs emphasizes the importance of dialogue and the protection of civil interests Foreign Minister Zheenbek Kulubaev commented on the Western sanctions imposed and the changes in the immigration policy of the United States. He emphasized that Kyrgyzstan continues to cooperate with key partners in accordance with national legislation and proposed conducting an independent audit to monitor compliance with the sanctions regimes. The sanctions imposed by Western countries

In At-Bashy, over 500 local residents own a hunting rifle

According to information provided by the akimat, more than 500 residents in the At-Bashinsky district of the Naryn region own hunting rifles. Currently, there are 44 officially registered hunters in the local hunting community.

A training seminar was held in Leilek as part of the "AgroZooVet-2026" caravan.

On January 17, a training seminar was held at the Leilek District State Administration as part of the "AgroZooVet–2026" project, which was initiated by the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry of the Kyrgyz Republic. The main objective of this event was to enhance the knowledge level among farmers and specialists in the agricultural sector, implement modern agrotechnologies, and discuss important issues related to the development of agriculture.

In the Kemin District, the mountain slopes are being cleared of advertisements.

Work on clearing the mountain slopes of advertising structures in the Kemin district of the Chui region has begun in accordance with the directive of the authorized representative of the President of Kyrgyzstan in this region, Azamat Osmonov. According to the district state administration, the process is being carried out under the supervision of the akim of the Kemin district, K. Shakirov, and relevant services are involved.

Ibraev checks the operation of energy facilities due to worsening weather conditions

Due to the sharp deterioration of weather conditions, the Minister of Energy of the Kyrgyz Republic, Talaybek Ibraev, conducted an inspection of the operation of energy facilities. This information was disseminated by the press service of the ministry. During his inspection, the minister visited the electricity sales service in Bishkek and held a meeting with representatives of the Bishkek Electric Networks enterprise, which is a subsidiary of JSC "NESK".

An earthquake with a magnitude of 3 occurred in the Batken region

According to information provided by the Institute of Seismology of the National Academy of Sciences of Kyrgyzstan, an earthquake with a magnitude of 3 occurred in the Batken region on January 17 at 19:11. The epicenter was located on the territory of Kyrgyzstan, 5 km southwest of the village of Soviet, 9 km southeast of the village of Sary-Otek, 18 km southeast of the village of Kyzyl-Korgon, and 42 km northeast of the city of Batken.

Storm Warning: Avalanches and Snowdrifts Expected on Mountain Roads in Kyrgyzstan

According to information from Kyrgyzhydromet under the Ministry of Emergency Situations, dangerous weather phenomena are expected in mountainous regions and on certain highways of the country from January 19 to 21. In particular, this concerns the Bishkek - Osh route, where avalanches may occur in sections 121–138 km (Tоо-Ashuu Pass) and 198–255 km (Ala-Bel Pass, Chychkan Gorge). The roads Ala-Buka - Kanysh-Kiya (68–74 km and 86–101 km, Chapchyma Pass), Krasnaya Gorka - Ak-Tash (0–3 km),

Writing at Dawn and Living the Lives of Heroes. Shaksanem Murray on Her Creativity

Shahsanem Murray, a Kyrgyz-British writer, was born and raised in Bishkek. With a degree in philology, she graduated from the Romance-Germanic faculty of the Kyrgyz National University. She moved to Scotland in September 2001 and currently resides in Edinburgh. In an interview with 24.kg, she shared her creative experiences and views on literature. Photo from the interviewee's archive. Shahsanem Murray — How did you start your journey in literature?

In the city of Osh, the municipal enterprise "Agricultural Economy" is being modernized

In Osh, the modernization of the municipal enterprise "Agricultural Economy" has begun, as reported by the press service of the city administration. By the instruction of Mayor Jenishbek Toktobaev, the construction of a new garage, grain storage facility, and workshop for winter repairs of agricultural machinery is underway on the premises of the enterprise. It is expected that the new facilities will be ready for operation in the coming days.

UNESCO is ready to support the World Nomad Games and the Issyk-Kul Forum named after Aitmatov

In the rural district of Kazybek in the At-Bashinsky region, problematic issues of local residents were discussed.

Recently, a public meeting was held in the village of Kyzyl-Tuu, located in the Kazybek district of the At-Bashinsky region of Naryn Province. Representatives of the district leadership, prosecutors, heads of various institutions, and of course, local residents were present at the event.

The Kyrgyzstan Futsal Team Defeated Tajikistan

In a friendly match held in Jakarta (Indonesia), the Kyrgyzstan futsal team achieved a convincing victory over the Tajikistan team, finishing the match with a score of 4:2.

In Bishkek, 14-year-old Arsen Akylbekov is wanted, missing in "Archa-Beshik"

According to information from the police, a resident of S. A. reported his son missing on January 17. He stated that his son, Arsen, left their home located in the residential area "Archa-Beshik" (Kyzyl-Adyr Street) on January 15 at 11:00 and has not returned since. This incident has been registered in the AIS of the Department of Internal Affairs of the Lenin District.

A symphonic concert featuring ballet and choir will take place in Bishkek

On January 20 and 21, a concert organized by the State Symphony Orchestra named after A. Jumakmatov will take place at the Toktogul Satylganov National Philharmonic. The program will feature a unique combination of symphonic music, choral singing, and ballet performance. According to the press service of the Ministry of Culture, during the concert, the audience will be able to enjoy works by 20th-century composers, in which music, vocals, and choreography are harmoniously combined.

In the Kemin District, advertising inscriptions are being removed from the slopes of the mountains.

In the Kemin district, a campaign has begun to remove advertising inscriptions that spoil the natural landscape. This was reported by the local administration. Photo from the archive

The Ministry of Construction fined one of the construction companies 3 million soms. The firm's license may be revoked.

On January 17, the Minister of Construction, Architecture, and Housing and Communal Services of Kyrgyzstan, Nurdana Oruntaev, inspected several construction sites in Bishkek, as reported in an official press release. During the inspection of the residential complex located at: Ankara Street, 3a, owned by LLC "Aalam Stroy," violations related to construction norms and safety regulations were discovered. Problems were identified in more than ten blocks of the building.

What to Expect for Bishkek Residents at the Beginning of the Week. Weather Forecast for January 19-21

Meteorologists do not expect precipitation in Bishkek at the beginning of the week. January 19 will see variable cloudiness. At night, the temperature will drop to −12 degrees, while during the day the air will warm up only to 0 degrees.

In Kyrgyzstan, they will choose the "great player of kok-boru" and the "great horse of kok-boru"

Soon, the World Nomad Games will kick off in Kyrgyzstan, promising to be a true celebration of sports and culture. This year, 49 million soms are allocated for prizes for winners and runners-up. An important innovation will be that for the first time at the Games, the "great player of kok-boru" and the "great horse of kok-boru" will be determined. This innovation aims not only to increase the motivation of athletes but also to enhance public interest in the main sports.