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IAEA and Graz Announce Results of Experiment on Mosquito Sterilization
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IAEA and Graz Announce Results of Experiment on Mosquito Sterilization

Photo IAEA. Rising temperatures and changing precipitation patterns contribute to mosquito breeding. According to information published by the UN News Service, the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) together with the Austrian city of Graz presented the first results of an experiment aimed at sterilizing male mosquitoes. The methodology used could become the basis for a new strategy to combat pests. It involves mass breeding and sterilization of insects using radiation, providing a safe

19.01.2026, 19:13
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Deputy Dastan Bekeshev proposed to abolish the alimony institution

Deputy of the Jogorku Kenesh Dastan Bekeshev called for the reform of the existing alimony system, proposing a new model of state support for children whose parents are divorcing. According to Bekeshev, the current mechanism for collecting alimony is ineffective and often does not provide children with the necessary financial resources for a normal existence.

19.01.2026, 19:08
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The Ministry of Natural Resources of the Kyrgyz Republic checked the impact of the waste processing plant on the atmosphere

According to information from the press service of the Ministry of Nature, experts from the Department of Environmental Monitoring conducted sampling of industrial emissions at a waste processing plant located at the municipal sanitary landfill in Bishkek. The main goal of this study is to assess the impact of this enterprise on the environmental situation.

19.01.2026, 19:04
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In Kazakhstan, AI for Recognizing Turkic Languages Has Been Developed

The Kazakh startup Cybernet AI has announced the creation of the largest automatic speech recognition (ASR) model specifically adapted for Turkic languages, reports Astana Hub. The model is capable of accurately recognizing languages such as Kazakh, Uzbek, Kyrgyz, Turkish, Azerbaijani, and Tatar, as well as processing mixed speech that includes elements of both Turkic and Russian languages. This will improve the quality of voice services for government and commercial organizations.

19.01.2026, 19:04
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"Making a child is easy; he goes to another and a third family and does it without thinking." A deputy proposes a reform of alimony and to obligate men before the state.

During the meeting of the Budget Committee of the Jogorku Kenesh on January 19, Deputy Dastan Bekeshev expressed the need to simplify the alimony system in Kyrgyzstan, noting that the current model is ineffective and requires changes. He suggested that Deputy Attorney General Ümütkan Konkubayeva initiate an analysis of the work of judicial executors in the context of alimony payments to determine how many people actually fulfill their obligations and how many evade payments. In Bekeshev's

19.01.2026, 18:50
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Authorized representatives of candidates for deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh in constituency No. 13 have been registered

On January 16, the Central Election Commission registered the authorized representatives of citizens who nominated their candidacies for the repeat elections of deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh for district No. 13. Among the registered representatives: • Ulanichbek Kaldarbekovich Cholponov: for election issues - T.T. Umarbekova, for finance - A.A. Borbieva; • Toktorali Kaldarovich Kalmatov: for election issues - T.A. Abdilkakimova, for finance - R.Zh. Omorova;

19.01.2026, 18:47
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In Osh, illegal constructions near schools must be demolished by March 1.

In the city of Osh, court hearings took place regarding the land plots of 35 educational institutions that were previously transferred into private hands. As a result of the court rulings, several plots of land were returned to municipal ownership. This information was announced by Nursultan Akylbek uulu, the chief specialist of the legal department of the Osh city administration.

19.01.2026, 18:46
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The Housing Committee approved the introduction of arrest for debtors for systematic non-payment of alimony.

On January 19, the Committee of the Jogorku Kenesh on Finance, Budget, Entrepreneurship, and Competition Development approved amendments to the law concerning enforcement proceedings. Deputy Attorney General Umutkan Konkubaeva proposed the introduction of rules under which parents who evade alimony payments based on a court decision, with arrears exceeding three months, may face arrest for up to three days. This applies to alimony for the support of children, as well as for incapacitated adults

19.01.2026, 18:45
IOM requested $2.5 billion to respond to global crises
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IOM requested $2.5 billion to respond to global crises

Photo IOM. An IOM staff member talks with a refugee family in South Sudan The International Organization for Migration (IOM) has presented its initiatives for crisis response in 2026, including 32 key projects aimed at providing assistance in various countries and regions. According to information from the UN News Service, these plans are aimed at supporting 22.7 million people, including migrants, refugees, internally displaced persons, and the communities hosting them. To implement these

19.01.2026, 18:36
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"They Should Work Like Donkeys." Bekeshev Proposes a System for Collecting Alimony from Debtors

At the meeting of the Committee of the Jogorku Kenesh on Finance, Budget, Entrepreneurship, and Competition Development, held on January 19, Bekeshev expressed ideas on how to improve the situation with alimony. He emphasized the need to analyze the problems related to parents' non-payments. According to the deputy, the current alimony system is outdated and requires replacement. "The judicial process does not help but only exacerbates the situation for women who are forced to

19.01.2026, 18:14
Bishkek Woman Fights for Her Children for Nearly Two Years After Their Father Abused Them
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Bishkek Woman Fights for Her Children for Nearly Two Years After Their Father Abused Them

A woman has sought support from the Ombudsman and the head of the State National Security Committee Ayjamal Janibekova, a resident of Bishkek, has reached out for help to Jamilya Dzhamanbaeva, the Ombudsman, as well as to Kamchybek Tashiev, the head of the State National Security Committee. She has also written to the Ministry of Internal Affairs and the UN to ensure the protection of her children from their father. She reported this on her Facebook page.

19.01.2026, 18:01
Media School ANO "Eurasia" Launches International Online Course
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Media School ANO "Eurasia" Launches International Online Course

ANO "Eurasia," operating as an autonomous non-profit organization, has announced the launch of a new online course titled "Personal Brand. How to Become Noticed." This course offers free training for anyone interested, regardless of their place of residence. Registration for the program will begin on January 20. It is designed for those who seek to improve their skills in professional communication and effectively promote themselves on social media. Participants will learn

19.01.2026, 18:00
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In Kyrgyzstan, April 4 is set to be declared IT Specialists Day

The government of Kyrgyzstan has submitted a proposal for consideration to introduce a new professional holiday — the Day of Information Technology Workers. According to the presented document, this day is planned to be celebrated on April 4 each year. This initiative aims to officially recognize the contribution of IT specialists to the process of digitalization and their significance for the socio-economic progress of the country.

19.01.2026, 17:56
In Bishkek, the activities of the online school "Tunguch" are being improved
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In Bishkek, the activities of the online school "Tunguch" are being improved

On January 19, 2026, a meeting was held in Bishkek, attended by the Minister of Education of the Kyrgyz Republic, Dogdurkul Kendirbaeva, her deputies, and the director of the online school "Tunguch," Aysulu Jamangulova. This information was provided by the ministry's press service. The meeting discussed both current issues regarding the school's operations and its future development.

19.01.2026, 17:50
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To Prevent Pandemics, Kyrgyzstan Will Be Allocated a $30 Million Loan

At a meeting of the committee of the Jogorku Kenesh, which deals with finance, budget, entrepreneurship, and competition development, deputies approved in the first reading an agreement on financing under the "One Health" program. Its goal is to prevent pandemics, improve food security, and enhance ecosystem health in Central Asia. This document was signed between Kyrgyzstan, the International Development Association, and the International Bank for Reconstruction and Development.

19.01.2026, 17:48
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Up to Half a Meter of Snow. Heavy Snowfall in Tyup - Video

On January 18, heavy snow fell in Tyup, located in the Issyk-Kul region. In the village of Sary-Dobo, according to local residents, the snow cover reached a height of up to half a meter, significantly hindering movement on the streets. The snowdrifts that formed as a result of the heavy snowfall have become a real problem for the residents of the settlement.

19.01.2026, 17:34
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Lurie Received the Keys to Dolina's Apartment in Khamovniki

The handover of the keys to Larisa Dolina's apartment took place thanks to the bailiffs, who handed them over to the lawyer of Polina Lurye. Lurye's representative stated that her client can now begin moving into the purchased property, reports the Moscow agency. The transfer occurred directly in the apartment in Khamovniki. The lawyer noted: "The bailiffs confirmed that all property has been removed. All documents are in order, and the keys were handed over without any problems.

19.01.2026, 17:34
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In Kyrgyzstan, non-payers of alimony will start to be imprisoned

In Kyrgyzstan, measures are being introduced for the criminal prosecution of parents who evade paying alimony for their minor children. This information was announced by Deputy Attorney General Umutkan Konkubaeva during a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh committee dedicated to finance, budget, entrepreneurship, and competition. At the meeting, amendments to several legislative acts concerning enforcement proceedings were presented. The draft law includes not only the rights and obligations of

19.01.2026, 17:31
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Seniors May Get a Discount on Fishing License Fees

At a meeting of the committee of the Jogorku Kenesh on finance, budget, entrepreneurship, and competition development, deputy Dastan Bekeshev raised the issue of high prices for fishing permits that Kyrgyz citizens are facing. According to him, the cost of obtaining a permit to catch three kilograms of fish exceeds 600 soms.

19.01.2026, 17:18
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In the Sverdlovsk District, 154 materials for land amnesty were approved

The Department of Individual Housing Construction and Urban Planning, in collaboration with district administrations and other interested parties, continues its work on projects that fall under the land amnesty. According to the press service of the Bishkek City Hall, the commission of the Sverdlovsk district has already reviewed 154 materials. Of these, 122 were forwarded to the Main Department of Urban Planning and Architecture for the preparation of necessary conclusions, while 85 materials

19.01.2026, 17:11
Illegal Constructions Identified in the Construction Zone of Bishkek's Bypass Road
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Illegal Constructions Identified in the Construction Zone of Bishkek's Bypass Road

Photo from the press service of the Oktobersky district administration During the preparation for the construction of the bypass road in northern Bishkek, houses built without the necessary permits were identified. This was reported by the administration of the Oktobersky district. The head of the administration, Zhanibek Orozaliev, held a meeting with residents of the "Anar-Bak," "Kyrman," and "Salkyn-Tor" areas, where issues related to the commencement of road

19.01.2026, 17:11
In 2026, Bishkek plans to install 42,000 smart meters
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In 2026, Bishkek plans to install 42,000 smart meters

The Bishkek electric network enterprise, a subsidiary of JSC "NESC", is actively working on the implementation of an automated commercial electricity accounting system (ACES). It is reported that the main task of this system is to optimize the distribution of electricity, improve control, and ensure accurate, transparent consumption accounting. Since the beginning of 2025, 28,000 smart meters have already been installed in the capital, distributed across the districts as follows:

19.01.2026, 17:06
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Hospital is not a place for violence. The medical union supports the tightening of the torture law.

Bermet Baryktabasova, head of the Independent Medical Union, commented in her Facebook post on the concerns of parliament member Elvira Surabaldiyeva regarding the amendments to the Criminal Code that could worsen the already difficult situation for medical professionals in the country. At a recent meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, a bill amending Article 137 of the Criminal Code of the Kyrgyz Republic "Torture" was considered in its second reading. These amendments imply that not only

19.01.2026, 16:52
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The words of the Deputy Director of the GU about the "transgender man" were a hypothetical example, - GU "Kyzmat"

The State Institution "Kyzmat" responded to the comments made by Deputy Director Ernes Dosaliev during a meeting of the parliamentary profile committee. Dosaliev mentioned the case of a man who submitted a request to change his personal identification number (PIN) after undergoing gender reassignment. According to information from the press service of the State Institution "Kyzmat," Dosaliev's statements regarding gender reassignment were hypothetical and were used

19.01.2026, 16:44
Renovation has begun in Manas: preparations are underway to remove the private sector in the city center
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Renovation has begun in Manas: preparations are underway to remove the private sector in the city center

In exchange, they promise to provide apartments on the outskirts of the city Renovation has started in Manas, under which residents of the private sector located in the city center will be relocated. This area is bounded by the streets of Barpy Seyil, Bakiev, Pushkin, Tashiev, and Bazar-Korgon Alley, and is located near the resort-sanatorium "Jalal-Abad." Relevant information was disseminated by local residents through social networks and media.

19.01.2026, 16:38
In the Kyrgyz Republic, a unified information system has been developed for the transparency of water resource use.
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In the Kyrgyz Republic, a unified information system has been developed for the transparency of water resource use.

As part of the digitalization program conducted by the Water Resources Service, an automated information system called the "Unified Information System for Water" (AIS UISW) has been developed. This was reported by the Ministry of Agriculture of the Kyrgyz Republic. The new system aims at comprehensive management of water resources, particularly in the area of irrigation, with the goal of improving the efficiency of planning, accounting, and monitoring of water supply, as well as

19.01.2026, 16:37
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The Ministry of Economic Development revoked the license of the company whose products contained pork.

The license of the company LLC "Rikha" has been revoked. Sultan Akhmatov, Deputy Minister of Economy and Commerce, announced this during a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh held on January 19. Deputy Ulan Primov expressed concern that although many halal products are produced in the country, citizens cannot be sure of their quality. He emphasized the need to monitor products at all stages—from production to sale.

19.01.2026, 16:32
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Flu and ARVI in Kyrgyzstan. The number of cases is rising again

In Kyrgyzstan, there is a new increase in cases of influenza and ARVI. This is confirmed by data provided by the Department of Disease Prevention and State Sanitary and Epidemiological Surveillance of the Ministry of Health of the KR. In the third week of 2026 (from January 12 to 18), the country recorded 15,869 cases of illness. Compared to the previous week, the number of sick individuals has increased.

19.01.2026, 16:30
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Moscow Launches Driverless Metro. Currently in Test Mode

The movement of a driverless train has begun in the Moscow metro. In the first phase of testing, the trains will operate without passengers, and a driver will be present in the cabin, responsible for monitoring all systems and ensuring safe movement. The launch of driverless trains with passengers is scheduled for 2027, and the first line of the driverless metro is expected to be operational by 2030.

19.01.2026, 16:30
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Subcategories B1 and C1 are not automatically assigned in new licenses

A reader contacted the Call Center Kaktus.media with a question about the replacement of indefinite driving licenses. “I have an old-style license (from the 2000s) with categories B and C. I am interested in whether the subcategories B1 and C1 will be automatically added or if I will need to take exams? Previously, according to the old regulation (point 36), it was possible to obtain these categories without additional tests,” he noted.

19.01.2026, 16:30
Digital Water Accounting: The System Will Be Implemented Across Kyrgyzstan in 2026
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Digital Water Accounting: The System Will Be Implemented Across Kyrgyzstan in 2026

Photo 24.kg. In recent years, Kyrgyzstan has been facing ongoing issues related to irrigation water The work on the automated information system "Unified Information System for Water" (AIS UISW) has been completed in Kyrgyzstan. This project was initiated as part of the digital transformation program, as reported by the Water Resources Service under the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry. The new platform has been created for effective management of

19.01.2026, 16:27
Train Crash in Spain: No Injured Kyrgyz Citizens Reported
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Train Crash in Spain: No Injured Kyrgyz Citizens Reported

On January 18, a tragic railway disaster occurred in the Spanish town of Adamus, located in the south of the country. As a result of the collision of two passenger trains, at least 39 people were killed and more than 120 were injured. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic reported that, according to preliminary data from the Spanish authorities, no Kyrgyzstani citizens were found among the injured or deceased. The embassy in France has also not received any requests for

19.01.2026, 16:26
Kyrgyzstan Seized 15 Tons of Questionable Kumys from Russia at the Border
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Kyrgyzstan Seized 15 Tons of Questionable Kumys from Russia at the Border

At the border veterinary control point "Ak-Tilek," located in the Chui region, an attempt to import a significant batch of kumis was stopped. According to the press service of the Ministry of Agriculture of the Kyrgyz Republic, 15,600 liters of this drink were planned to be delivered from Russia, but the cargo was detained and sent back.

19.01.2026, 16:02
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In Kyrgyzstan, fines will be imposed for violations of halal industry requirements

The proposal to introduce fines for non-compliance with the requirements established by the Law "On the Halal Industry in the Kyrgyz Republic" was voiced by Deputy Minister of Economy and Commerce Sultan Akhmatov at a meeting of the committee of the Jogorku Kenesh dedicated to finance, budget, entrepreneurship, and competition. According to Akhmatov, this law implies that violations of the norms will entail responsibility as provided by the Code of Offenses of Kyrgyzstan.

19.01.2026, 15:56
The Mayor of Bishkek commented on the work of "Tazalyk" in road cleaning
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The Mayor of Bishkek commented on the work of "Tazalyk" in road cleaning

At the end of last week, there was a sharp drop in temperature in Bishkek, accompanied by snowfall. This caused a wave of discontent among residents, who began to criticize the slow response to road clearing on social media. The mayor of the capital, Aibek Junushaliev, noted in an interview with the Kabar agency that the team of the municipal enterprise "Tazalyk" is successfully handling the task of snow removal. He explained: "This season, all the equipment of our enterprise

19.01.2026, 15:54
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The Writers' Union called on law enforcement agencies to assess the statements of Zhapikeev.

The Union of Writers of Kyrgyzstan asserts that a legal assessment of the statements made by Syimyk Japikeev is necessary. The organization emphasized that Chinghiz Aitmatov and his works are a source of national pride for the people of Kyrgyzstan, and such comments are unacceptable. In a statement published on social media, the union's collective stated: "We consider the words that tarnish the honor of Chinghiz Aitmatov and do not correspond to reality to be unfounded."

19.01.2026, 15:53
The State Institution "Kyzmat" clarified the situation regarding the change of PIN due to gender change.
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The State Institution "Kyzmat" clarified the situation regarding the change of PIN due to gender change.

The institution GУ "Kyzmat" reported that they do not offer or initiate the process of changing the personal identification number (PIN) for individuals who have changed their gender. According to information received from GУ "Kyzmat", a draft law proposed by the Ministry of Digital Development and Innovative Technologies of the Kyrgyz Republic was discussed at a meeting of the Committee of the Jogorku Kenesh on January 19. This draft law aims to regulate the process of

19.01.2026, 15:43
Alimardon Shukurov Returns to Kyrgyzstan
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Alimardon Shukurov Returns to Kyrgyzstan

Alimardon Shukurov, midfielder of the Kyrgyzstan national team, is returning to the national championship after seven years. This was reported by the press service of the "Muras-United" club, with which the 26-year-old footballer has signed a contract.

19.01.2026, 15:41