The Laboratory of Solar Astronomy at IKI RAN has reported the onset of an S4 level radiation storm in near-Earth space. The flow of solar protons at this moment exceeded 10,000 units and later reached 37,000. In the laboratory, it was noted that this value has become a record for the 21st century.
The Cabinet of Ministers has amended the resolution on typical qualification requirements for various groups of administrative positions in state civil and municipal service. According to the new resolution No. 9, signed on January 16 by the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers Adylbek Kasymaliev, the requirements for positions in the highest, main, senior, and junior groups now include mandatory knowledge of the state language at the level stipulated by the legislation of Kyrgyzstan, as well
The events will take place both in winter and summer A discussion was held in the Naryn region regarding the creation of press tours during the winter and summer seasons aimed at developing tourism and increasing the region's tourist potential. This was reported by representatives of the regional administration. On January 19, a meeting took place in Naryn between the head of the region and local entrepreneurs engaged in tourism activities. During the discussion, the topic of organizing
In Kyrgyzstan, specialists conducted an assessment of fertility among men suffering from urolithiasis and andrological disorders. The study was published in the journal "Healthcare of Kyrgyzstan" and was carried out by authors A. Ch. Usupbaev, K. N. Stambekova, and N. A. Abdubaitov. Andrological diseases in Kyrgyzstan occupy a significant place among other diseases and show a tendency to increase, especially among men of reproductive age. However, the impact of these diseases on
The educational institution was created for students who are unable to attend classes in a traditional format. On January 19, 2026, the Minister of Education of the Kyrgyz Republic, Dogdurkul Kendirbaeva, held a meeting with the deputies and the director of the online school 'Tunguch', Aysuluu Jamangulova. This information was announced by the press service of the ministry. During the meeting, issues regarding the current operations of the online school were discussed, as well as
The Central Election Commission reported that nine candidates have expressed their desire to participate in the repeat elections for deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh in district No. 13. Among the candidates for the deputy seat are: Bakyt Matsakov, who is the director of LLC "BOUL", Gulnara Abdyrazakova — head of the GTS department for the southern region, private lawyer Kadyirbek Matsakov, Ulanichbek Cholponov — head of the Bazar-Korgon RES, Toktorali Kalmatov — private entrepreneur,
During the implementation of the China – Kyrgyzstan – Uzbekistan railway project, on January 19, the Deputy Minister of Transport and Communications of the Kyrgyz Republic, Almaz Turgunbaev, conducted an inspection of the construction works at the site. In particular, he examined the process of constructing the administrative building of the joint company LLC "Railway Company China – Kyrgyzstan – Uzbekistan". According to the agency, during the visit, participants familiarized
In the Kara-Suu district of the Osh region, the construction of the small hydroelectric power station "Papan," designed for a capacity of 27 MW, is actively underway. According to information from the Ministry of Energy, several key stages of work have been completed to date:
The Cabinet of Ministers has instructed the State Agency for Management of State Property, in collaboration with the Ministry of Culture, Information, and Youth Policy, to transfer a non-residential premises, as well as an adjacent plot of land measuring 0.4 hectares, located at Toktonalieva Street, 6/1, into the municipal ownership of the city of Bishkek. According to the Cabinet's order No. 1112-t, the area is planned for the design and construction of a social facility that will provide
The Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic has approved the immigration quota for 2026 according to order No. 1161-r, which limits the number of foreign citizens and stateless persons eligible for immigration to the country. This quota will be in effect in the cities of Bishkek and Osh, as well as in the regions of Kyrgyzstan. The total number of immigrants allowed for the entire country is 400 people.
The Council will have the opportunity to participate in the development of regulations concerning the rights of persons with disabilities. On January 20, the Committee on Constitutional Legislation, State Structure, Local Self-Government, and Rules of Procedure of the Jogorku Kenesh held a meeting during which the bill regulating the work of the Council for the Affairs of Persons with Disabilities under the Cabinet of Ministers was approved in the second reading. Deputy of the Jogorku Kenesh
In Kyrgyzstan, with the aim of creating a favorable environment for fishery workers and entrepreneurs, the Department of the Fishery Complex, operating under the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry, has implemented several digital platforms and information systems. One of the key innovations is the "Electronic Fishing Ticket" system, designed for sport fishing enthusiasts. This electronic ticket can be easily purchased through the official website of the
"Altai" is the largest construction project in the capital of Kyrgyzstan. The sale of apartments began even at the foundation stage, and the conditions turned out to be quite attractive — with no down payment required. In the context of constant price increases for housing in Bishkek, this event attracted significant attention. However, the public began to express concern, as the successful implementation of the project will require special construction and engineering technologies.
From January 13 to 24, the folklore ensemble "Aalam" and the dance ensemble "Ademi" from the Osh Regional Philharmonic named after R. Abdykadyrov are participating in the XI International Festival "Ramayana," which is taking place in India under the theme "Music and Dance." According to the press service of the Ministry of Culture, the festival was organized at the initiative of the Indian government, and creative groups from Kyrgyzstan are representing
Kenjebek Bektursunov, born in 1977, is listed as missing. The message was published by the Council for Public Safety. His disappearance occurred in the village of Lebedinovka in November 2024, and there has been no information about him since.
The key factors for accidents were speeding, improper maneuvers, and alcohol consumption. During the year 2025, over 8,000 traffic accidents were recorded in Kyrgyzstan. This information was announced at a meeting organized by the Main Department for Road Safety of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic. High-ranking officials participated in the event, including Deputy Minister of Internal Affairs Oktay Urmambetov, Head of the Internal Investigations Service of the Ministry
In the city of Osh, there is an increase in the number of citizens waiting to obtain permanent driver's licenses. Local residents are actively discussing the situation on social media, expressing dissatisfaction with the long wait times. According to information from drivers, at the Osh regional office of the State Agency for Vehicle Registration and Driver Licensing, some citizens spend several days in line. If people are unable to complete the procedure on the same day, they have to
The Ministry of Water Management and Agriculture of Kyrgyzstan has announced the start of importing mineral fertilizers into the country. According to their information, by 2026, the agricultural needs of the Kyrgyz Republic will require 182.8 thousand tons of mineral fertilizers. In particular, the following volumes are planned:
Yesterday, January 19, in the village of Sosnovka, Jayil District of Chui Region, the celebration of the Orthodox holiday - the Baptism of the Lord took place. In the Church of Dmitry of Thessalonica, the morning began with a festive divine service, after which the Orthodox believers walked to the local river, where, according to tradition, a baptismal font was set up, as well as heated tents for men and women for those who decided to immerse themselves in the river water on this day.
At the XXIV International Film Festival in Dhaka (Bangladesh), works by Kyrgyz filmmakers were awarded several prizes. This information is posted on the official festival website. The film "Kurak," created by Erke Jumakmatova and Emil Atageldiev, was recognized as the best in the Asian competition. In addition, the award for best screenplay went to the film "Ot" by Dastan Madalbekov and Aizada Bekbalaeva.
Today, January 19, there are no restrictions on vehicle movement in Kyrgyzstan's mountain passes, as reported by the Ministry of Transport and Communications of the Kyrgyz Republic. The agency informs that road services are working around the clock to ensure the clearing of roads from snow and the application of salt-sand mixtures.
In an interview with the BBC, Syimyk Zhapikeev discussed the scandal that erupted on social media regarding his opinion on the works of Chinghiz Aitmatov. The former head of the State Service for Combating Economic Crimes noted that his words were not intended to insult the writer but merely reflected his literary preferences. "What bad thing did I say about Chinghiz Aitmatov? I did not attack his character or call him a bad person. If I don't like his work, that is not a crime. I
The recent statement by Syimyk Zhapikeev in Ernist Kyazov's podcast, where he characterized Chingiz Aitmatov as a "five-kopeck" writer, sparked a heated response in the Kyrgyz segment of social media. Opinions on whether he voiced "what many think but do not dare to say" are divided: some admire his courage, while others condemn it. Criticism of Aitmatov's work may be permissible, but the problem lies not in that. The question is much deeper and concerns the very
According to a report published by the UN News Service, experts from the IAEA and the authorities of Graz conducted an experiment on the sterilization of male mosquitoes. This method involves the safe mass breeding and radiation sterilization of insects, which could be an important step in the fight against pests. In Austria, the "tiger mosquito" (Aedes albopictus) was first identified in 2012 and has since spread across all federal states of the country. Graz has faced an increase in
As a result of violations at construction sites, two inspectors were dismissed. This became known during a meeting held on January 19 under the leadership of the Minister of Construction Nurdana Oruntaeva. According to the press service of the ministry, the meeting discussed the results of raids conducted on January 17-18, with the participation of employees from the Department of State Architectural and Construction Control and its regional offices.
Soyuzbek Nadyrbekov, holding the position of First Deputy Minister of Culture, Information, and Youth Policy, conducted an inspection of several cultural institutions in Bishkek that are under the management of the ministry. According to information provided by the press service of the Ministry of Culture, during his working trip, Nadyrbekov visited the following institutions:
On January 19, a training seminar was held in the village of Daroot-Korgon, located in the Chon-Alai district, organized as part of the 'AgroZooVet-2026' project. This information was provided by the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry of the Kyrgyz Republic. According to the ministry, the event was attended by representatives of the local administration, specialists from relevant fields, employees of territorial divisions, as well as staff from state
On January 20, snowfall is predicted in several regions of Kyrgyzstan. According to meteorologists, snow is expected in the Chui, Issyk-Kul, Naryn, and Jalal-Abad regions. The other regions of the republic will remain precipitation-free.
Four private agencies engaged in the employment of citizens of Kyrgyzstan in Turkey have been reissued permits to carry out their activities. This information was announced by the center responsible for the employment of citizens abroad. According to the provided data, the companies LLC "Ramay Sayakat," LLC "Golden Work Travel," LLC "Aska Travel," and LLC "Ayris Travel" have corrected previously identified deficiencies and submitted a complete set of
At the age of 93, Valentino Garavani, the Italian designer and founder of the famous fashion house Valentino, has passed away, as reported by WWD. Archive photo. Founder of the Valentino fashion house Valentino Garavani has died
To ensure phytosanitary safety at the state border, enhanced control is being conducted, organized by the Osh Department for Chemicalization, Plant Protection, and Quarantine. According to information provided by the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry, at the end of last week, an attempt was made to import 26 tons and 978 kilograms of onions from Uzbekistan through the "Dostuk" checkpoint into the territory of Kyrgyzstan.
The system has an energy capacity of about 200 kWh A pilot project for the installation of a solar photovoltaic system on the roof of a building, supplemented by a battery energy storage system (BESS), was launched in Bishkek. This initiative was supported by the Ministry of Economy and Commerce of the Kyrgyz Republic and represents one of the first successful examples of the application of solar energy and batteries in the commercial sector. The presentation took place at the project site and
A monitoring of the ecological situation in the region has been initiated Work has begun on the territory of the sanitary landfill in Bishkek to assess the impact of the waste processing plant on the ecosystem. This was reported by the Department of Environmental Monitoring of the Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision of the Kyrgyz Republic. On January 19, 2026, experts conducted sampling of industrial emissions at the plant located at the Bishkek sanitary landfill.
The President of Kyrgyzstan, Sadyr Japarov, gave an interview to the national information agency "Kabar," in which he explained the necessity of replacing driver's licenses, measures against document forgery, and technical issues on the digital platform "Tunduk." Currently, the country is conducting a free replacement of old driver's licenses. Lifelong licenses can be exchanged without payment until February 15.
In the southern part of Bishkek, cold water supply will be temporarily suspended from 09:00 to 02:00 on January 20. This information was announced by the press service of the city hall on January 16. Areas where water supply will be discontinued:
In Kyrgyzstan, over 8,000 road traffic accidents were registered in 2025, as reported by the press service of the Main Department for Ensuring Road Safety of the Ministry of Internal Affairs. This information became available on January 19 as a result of analyzing operational activities over the past year. Among the main factors contributing to traffic accidents are speeding, improper maneuvers, crossing into oncoming traffic while overtaking, driving under the influence of alcohol, as well as
According to information provided by the Ministry of Construction, Architecture, and Housing and Communal Services, the raid took place on January 18 at the direction of Minister Nurdana Oruntaeva. Inspectors from the Osh Regional Department of the State Architectural and Construction Control participated in the inspections. During the inspection at the construction site in the village of Kashkar-Kyshtak, it was found that the requirements of the legislation were not met in the storage and use
The magazine Variety reports that "Zootopia 2" has become the highest-grossing animated film in the history of Disney. The earnings of the new film reached an impressive total of $1.46 billion, surpassing the previous record-holder, the animated film "Frozen 2," which earned $1.45 billion.
Nurdin Oruntaev, the Minister of Construction, held a working meeting with representatives of the Department of State Architectural and Construction Control and its territorial subdivisions. As reported by the department's press service, the meeting reviewed the results of inspections conducted on January 17 and 18.
In Kyrgyzstan, snow is predicted in some areas. In Bishkek, the air temperature at night will be −13 degrees, while during the day it is expected to be −2 degrees.
The voting will take place after the annulment of the election results due to pressure on voters and bribery The Central Commission for Elections and Referendums has begun accepting applications from those wishing to participate in the repeat elections for deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh in single-member constituency No. 13. The voting date is scheduled for March 1, 2026.
In Central Asia, the implementation of new methods for managing transboundary water resources between Uzbekistan and Kazakhstan is beginning, reports Podrobno.uz. At recent negotiations between the water management ministers of both countries in Turkestan, the readiness to create a transparent and automated system for distributing water resources was confirmed, which is of particular importance for the agricultural and energy sectors of the region.
In accordance with the instruction of Mayor Jenishbek Toktorbaev, the dismantling of trade pavilions is taking place in the Alisher Navoi Park. This information was provided by the municipal authorities of the city of Osh. It is reported that during a morning inspection, the mayor emphasized the need for a complete reconstruction of the park to create comfortable conditions for the recreation and leisure of local residents.
As part of its program, the media school "Eurasia" has announced the launch of a free online course "Personal Brand. How to Stand Out," which will be available to participants from various countries.
At 11:30 on January 20, the Pervomaisky District Court of Bishkek will hear the case of a man who previously filed a complaint with the police against his ex-wife for a slap. He now claims that he is experiencing "psychological pressure" and "disdain." This information was published by his lawyer, Nurbek Toktakunov, on January 18. The lawyer noted that this is the same man who initiated a fine of 10,000 soms against his ex-wife in the Sverdlovsk District Court. Moreover,
Considering the adverse weather conditions and storm warning, the authorities of Kyrgyzstan are intensifying control over the functioning of energy networks. This was reported by the city administration of the capital, Bishkek. It has become known that a stock of emergency materials has been created for prompt response to possible emergency situations, and schemes for quick troubleshooting have been developed.
On January 19, Bishkek topped the global list of cities with the most polluted air, according to data from the World Air Quality project. The air quality index (AQI) in the capital reached a value of 396, indicating a "hazardous" level of pollution.
In Kyrgyzstan, there is a serious crisis in the institution of the family, and according to Deputy Kamila Talieva (District No. 1), it is necessary to focus not on reforming the alimony system, but on strengthening family ties. She stated this on January 19 at a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh committee dedicated to the budget. Talieva emphasized that the number of protocols related to alimony reaches 60,000 — this is a real tragedy. “As for alimony, Dastan Dalabayevich [Deputy Dastan