The "Creative Taalim" school has been recognized as unsafe for children. Its licensing will be reviewed.

In Bishkek, the private school "Creative Taalim" has been recognized as unsafe for children, as reported by the city's administration. According to information, on January 28, following requests from local residents, Deputy Mayor Victoria Mozgacheva, along with a working group, conducted an on-site inspection of the institution. As a result of the inspection, serious violations of safety standards were identified on the school premises. There was unrestricted access to the

Two agents who shot nurse Alex Pretti in Minneapolis have been suspended from work

In connection with the incident that occurred during an immigration raid on January 24, the agency has prepared a report for Congress, NBC News and Reuters report. This report contains preliminary findings of an internal investigation into the events surrounding Pretti's death. It should be noted that the results of the report contradict statements made by representatives of President Donald Trump's administration, particularly by Homeland Security Secretary Kirstjen Nielsen, who

Exchange Rate in Commercial Banks on January 29: Which Currency Has Sharply Devalued?

According to the National Bank of Kyrgyzstan as of January 29, the exchange rates of foreign currencies are presented as follows: The dollar, euro, and ruble have generally appreciated, particularly noticeable for the euro, which has increased in price by som.

In Bishkek, "Safe City" cameras helped detain a wanted foreigner

In Bishkek, with the help of the "Safe City" camera system, a citizen of another country was detained who was wanted at the request of Interpol. The investigation suggests that A.H., born in 1986, is involved in fraudulent activities.

Children under 16 in Kyrgyzstan no longer need registration to obtain a passport

Starting from January 23, 2026, the process of submitting documents for obtaining a general civil passport for minors under the age of 16 in Kyrgyzstan will be simplified. According to information from the State Enterprise "Kyzmat," it will no longer be necessary to have a residence registration for passport issuance, which was previously mandatory.

In 2025, payments of 908.6 billion soms were made via QR code

In 2025, Kyrgyzstan recorded a record growth in QR payments, with the main operator processing 525.1 million transactions, totaling 908.6 billion soms. This corresponds to an increase of 8 and 10 times compared to the previous year, as reported by Kaktus.media citing data from the National Bank. Of the total amount, the volume of incoming payments from legal entities amounted to 165 million transactions worth 159.2 billion soms, which also demonstrates growth of 5 and 6 times respectively

Two Children Drowned in the Canal in the Baykay-Ata Residential Area

In the residential area of Bakai-Ata, located in Bishkek, a terrible tragedy occurred — two children, aged eight and five, drowned in a canal. According to information provided by the press service of the Ministry of Emergency Situations, the incident was recorded following a report from law enforcement officers that the children (born in 2017 and 2020) had fallen into the water.

The Housing Committee approved a loan agreement from the Saudi Fund for the construction of schools.

At a recent meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, the Law "On the Ratification of the Loan Agreement between the Kyrgyz Republic and the Saudi Fund for Development for the project 'Construction of Public Schools' Phase 2" was ratified. The signing of the document took place on October 9, 2025, in Bishkek. According to the authors of the bill, this agreement includes the construction of 14 educational institutions in Bishkek and the Chui region.

In the Ministry of Agriculture of the Kyrgyz Republic, citizens' complaints regarding irrigation issues were heard

During the event, the main focus was on the most important issues concerning agricultural producers and residents of the regions. Among the topics discussed were the reconstruction of irrigation systems, optimization of the use of low-yield lands, and resolution of disputes arising in the field of land use. All citizens' appeals were recorded through the ministry's public reception for further analysis and processing. To more effectively address the issues, leading specialists from

Deputy on the Ministry of Internal Affairs bill: Voluntary return of property should not exempt from liability

At a recent parliamentary meeting, Deputy Gulya Kozhokulova expressed her concern regarding the proposed amendments to Article 222 of the Criminal Code, which pertain to the legalization of income obtained through criminal means. During the discussion of amendments to the Penal Enforcement, Criminal, and Criminal Procedure Codes, she noted that the innovations could exempt citizens from criminal liability if they voluntarily reported their actions and returned illegally obtained property.

Suspects Detained in a Series of Pickpocketing Thefts

In Bishkek, individuals suspected of a series of pickpocketing incidents were detained, as reported by the press service of the capital's Main Internal Affairs Directorate on January 28. The incident occurred on December 28, 2025, when one of the city's residents contacted the police. She reported that at the Alamedin market, her underage daughter had her mobile phone stolen from her jacket pocket.

The team "Kyrgyz RUDN" has advanced to the Higher League of KVN

The results of the festival held in Sochi have been announced. The team "Kyrgyz RUDN" successfully passed the selection and will now participate in the Higher League of KVN. This information was published on the official KVN website following the festival in Sochi. In 2026, 20 teams were selected for the Higher League. "Kyrgyz RUDN" won the title of champions of the Central League of Moscow and the Moscow Region and became finalists of the City League. Last season, the team

In Kara-Balta, a bus depot worth over 105 million soms has been returned to state ownership

In the Jayil District, the return of a bus depot to state ownership occurred, which had been illegally transferred to private hands. The press service of the General Prosecutor's Office reported this on January 28. During an inspection conducted by the Jayil District Prosecutor's Office, it was revealed that in 2004, the bus depot located on Central Street in Kara-Balta was alienated along with the land plot in violation of legislation.

Two Children Drowned in a Water Body in Bishkek. Photo

According to the Ministry of Emergency Situations, two children drowned in one of the water bodies in the "Bakay-Ata" residential area — a six-year-old boy and a nine-year-old girl. Six rescuers arrived at the scene, who retrieved the bodies of the children and handed them over to the police representatives.

Transition to 12-Year Education. Over a Billion Som Will Be Allocated in 2026

The Deputy Minister of Finance, Nurbek Akzholov, announced at a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh that over 1 billion soms will be allocated from the republican budget in 2025 as part of the transition to 12-year education. According to him, the distribution of funds will be as follows:

In Bishkek, Interpol detained a foreigner who was wanted.

On January 28, the press service of the Ministry of Internal Affairs reported the detention of a foreign citizen in Bishkek at the beginning of 2026. This individual was wanted internationally through Interpol. The investigation established that G.D., born in 1979, is accused of causing serious harm to health, as well as illegal crossing of the state border.

Exchange rates in commercial banks of Kyrgyzstan as of January 29

Information about exchange rates is collected from the official websites of commercial banks. For clarification of data, it is recommended to contact the banks directly. This information is current as of the time of publication. The exchange rate is provided for cash transactions and may change throughout the day.

Children under 16 in Kyrgyzstan no longer need registration to obtain a passport.

Since January 23, 2023, the conditions for submitting documents for obtaining a civil passport of the Kyrgyz Republic for children under 16 years old have been simplified. This was reported by the press service of the state institution "Kyzmat". Now, it is not required to provide proof of registration at the place of residence (registration), which was previously a mandatory condition.

Representatives of the Prosecutor General's Office of Kyrgyzstan and the Drug Enforcement Administration of the U.S. Department of Justice discussed cooperation issues

Theft occurred at the mosque in Bishkek. Suspect detained.

A case of theft has been recorded in one of the local mosques in Bishkek, as reported by the press service of the Lenin District Internal Affairs Department.

Zhanar Akayev on the situation with driver's licenses: This is an "epitemey" reform from the Cabinet.

According to the deputy, public dissatisfaction is growing not only due to the new rules for issuing driver's licenses but also because of the sharp rise in prices. He emphasizes that the parliament should invite government members soon to discuss these issues. Akayev noted: "Serious questions have accumulated in society regarding the cabinet concerning driver's licenses, rising prices, and other relevant topics. People are unhappy. Reforms are not being carried out this way.

In Kyrgyzstan, the process of obtaining passports for minors has been simplified

According to information from the press service of the State Administration "Kyzmat," starting from January 23, 2026, the procedure for obtaining a civil passport for children under 16 years of age in Kyrgyzstan has been significantly simplified. Now, confirmation of registration at the place of residence is not required for passport issuance.

Over five years, the volumes of road construction in Kyrgyzstan have significantly increased

In recent years, particularly during the presidency of Sadyr Japarov, there has been a significant increase in funding for the road transport sector from the state budget. Major infrastructure projects are being implemented across the country. According to the Ministry of Transport and Communications, over the past five years, the volume of asphalt paving of roads has significantly increased. In particular, the following indicators were achieved in the subsequent years:

In Osha, a man lost consciousness in the steam room and died

A sad incident occurred in Osh: a man who went to the bathhouse passed away. This was reported by a Turmush correspondent. According to preliminary data, the man, approximately 35-40 years old, felt unwell in the steam room and lost consciousness. Witnesses of the incident immediately called for an ambulance.

In Kyrgyzstan, training for kindergarten teachers is planned according to new state standards

The Ministry of Education of the Kyrgyz Republic has announced training for preschool educators and kindergarten directors in accordance with new standards aimed at the development of early childhood. This became known after a meeting that took place on January 27, 2026, between representatives of the ministry and the Aga Khan Foundation. Deputy Minister of Education Nadira Jusupbekova and the General Director of the Aga Khan Foundation in Kyrgyzstan Davletsulton Dorgabekov participated in the

In Poland, on Valentine's Day, a zoo offers to name a cockroach after your ex and feed it to the animals

The Housing Committee approved a loan from OPEC for providing the population with drinking water.

At a recent meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, the draft Law on the Ratification of the Loan Agreement between the Kyrgyz Republic and the OPEC Fund for International Development was approved in the second reading. The document pertains to the program "Universal Access to Water Supply and Sanitation (Phase 1)," signed on September 23, 2025, in Bishkek. The initiators of the bill note that this initiative aims to improve access to safe drinking water and sanitary conditions for 126

Teenager robbed a man in a mosque: police detained the suspect

In Bishkek, law enforcement officers detained a suspect in a theft that occurred at one of the local mosques. This was reported by the press service of the Lenin District Department of Internal Affairs. It became known that on January 27, a report was received from a citizen B.D. at the duty station, who stated that around 18:15, an unknown person stole his bag containing personal documents and fled the scene.

The repertoire of the Batken Regional Drama Theater for February

The Batken Regional Drama and Satire Theater named after A. Zhainakov has announced its program of performances for February. On February 3 at 16:00, the audience will enjoy the play "Oksugu kuchtuu omur" by Ch. Kalibekov;

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs urges Kyrgyz citizens to be cautious in the USA due to street demonstrations

In connection with the ongoing protests in various cities across the USA, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic once again calls on citizens located in America to exercise caution. The press service of the Ministry noted that to prevent possible negative consequences, it is recommended to avoid participating in mass events, demonstrations, and protests. It is also important to always carry identification, check the validity of immigration documents, and their expiration dates.

Threefold Increase in Revenue. Lands and Buildings of Sanatoriums Returned to the State

As part of the systematic work on the return of lands and properties that were previously privatized illegally to state ownership, the Directorate for the Management of Sanatorium-Resort, Health and Tourism Facilities, with the active support of the State Committee for National Security, has achieved significant results. According to the agency, as a result of the measures taken, 25 hectares of land and buildings with a total area of 5,389 square meters have been returned to the state.

KFB named the best participants in the stock market for the year 2025

As a result of the analysis of the work done in 2025, the Kyrgyz Stock Exchange announced the names of the best participants in the stock market in various categories. According to KFB, in the stock segment, the title of issuer of the year was awarded to JSC "ElDik Bank," while in the bond sector, it went to LLC "Stroy Dom. KG." JSC "Airports of Kyrgyzstan" was recognized as the company of the year.

A Police Officer Discusses Common Schemes of Cyber Fraud

Cyber fraud and telephone scams continue to pose a serious threat to the population, necessitating active measures from law enforcement aimed at preventing and combating such crimes. This was reported on January 28 by Aliskhan Akylbekov, an investigator in the department for information and technical support and combating crimes in the field of IT technologies of the Criminal Investigation Department of the Bishkek City Police. In an interview on "Birinchi Radio," Akylbekov noted that

In Osh, a building owned by the former vice mayor will be demolished.

Another municipal raid took place in Osh, as reported by the city administration. The main focus was on A. Shakirov Street, where objects built in violation of land legislation requirements were identified. As a result of the inspection, a decision was made to demolish several structures.

A State Reference Laboratory Will Be Established in Kyrgyzstan

Late detection of serious diseases remains one of the key issues in healthcare. Health Minister Kanaybek Dosmambetov recently visited one of the largest private laboratories, where he familiarized himself with the organization of work, quality control systems, and the implementation of digital technologies at all stages of laboratory research. During the visit, the minister instructed to develop a project for the creation of a modern state institution in Bishkek, as reported by the Ministry of

Approved the draft agreement on the establishment of a service for searching industrial property objects in the EAEU

- On January 19, 2026, the Cabinet of Ministers issued Order No. 19-r, which approved the draft agreement concerning a service for searching information about industrial property objects protected in the member countries of the Eurasian Economic Union. The document stipulates that the First Deputy Prime Minister has the authority to sign the agreement and can also make amendments and additions that do not affect the fundamental aspects.

In Ak-Örge, the police detained a man who was swearing and disturbing public order

In Ak-Örgö, police officers arrested a man for rude behavior and violating public order in a residential area. According to the press service of the Internal Affairs Department of the Lenin District, the incident occurred on January 27 on Chamgarak Street, where the man was captured on video and posted on social media.

A Bishkek Resident Transformed His "Changan" into a "Special Vehicle" by Installing Blue and Red Tanks

On January 29, the press service of the UPSM reported the prevention of the use of an element mimicking special vehicles. During a patrol in Bishkek, police officers noticed a "Changan" car with devices on its roof that resembled special vehicle beacons. Upon closer inspection, it turned out that these were merely blue and red plastic tanks.

In Bishkek, a guy was driving a red "Honda" with the license plates PROTOCOL.

On January 28, the editorial office of "AKIpress Summary" received information from the press service inspector of the Ministry of Internal Affairs, Nadyrbek Jusupov, that a car with fake license plates had been discovered in Bishkek. The incident occurred on January 25 at around 21:30 at the intersection of Akhunbaeva and Muromskaya streets, where a red Honda Accord was spotted with plates that do not match the registry.

In Bishkek and the Chuy Region, fog is present, visibility may drop to 500 meters.

According to information from the Ministry of Emergency Situations, fog is expected in Bishkek and the Chui region over the next three hours. As a result of this phenomenon, visibility may drop to 500 meters.

Information about the death of crime boss Karyshkyra in prison has been denied.

As reported by Kaktus.media, the information about the death of Mursalym Umyrazakov, better known by the nickname Karyshkyr, has been denied by representatives of the Penitentiary Service of Kyrgyzstan. The Ministry of Justice emphasized that the rumors about his death, which spread on social media, are unfounded. "He continues to serve his sentence; he is healthy," noted a representative of the agency. It is worth reminding that in June 2023, a court in Alamedin found Mursalym

Turkey linked Iran's stability with regional security

The Turkish National Security Council highlighted the situation in Iran as critically important for ensuring security in the region and also discussed conflicts in Gaza, Syria, and Ukraine. During the meeting of the Turkish National Security Council, chaired by President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, key regional issues were addressed. The final statement emphasized that stability in Iran is crucial for the security of the entire region. This issue was one of the main topics on the agenda, TRT

Wanted foreigner detained upon entry into Kyrgyzstan by France

On January 28, the press service of the Ministry of Internal Affairs reported the detention of a foreign citizen at Manas International Airport during his attempt to enter Kyrgyzstan. According to the investigation, 35-year-old S.V. is wanted by Interpol. He is suspected of facilitating the illegal entry and stay of foreign citizens, using counterfeit documents, fraud, and participating in a criminal organization under French criminal law.

The name of the missing person in Kyrgyzstan was mentioned in the Russian trial for the family murder.

In the Sverdlovsk region of Russia, in the city of Kamensk-Uralsky, a court trial is underway regarding Viktor Petrichenko, who is accused of the mass murder of his family on New Year's Eve in 1993. According to information published by the Russian outlet E1.RU, the defendant claims that his father, Vasily Petrichenko, was responsible for the murder of seven people using a hammer. However, prosecutors have dismissed this version, stating that at present, Petrichenko Sr. is listed as

The Jogorku Kenesh invited the Cabinet for clarifications on problematic issues

The Jogorku Kenesh deputies plan to hear the report of the cabinet of ministers on a number of issues that are causing dissatisfaction among citizens. Among the topics to be discussed will be the provision of drinking water to the population, rising prices, the activities of driving schools, as well as other important social issues. Speaker Nurlanbek Turgunbek uulu invited the ministers to the parliamentary session scheduled for February 5, to provide detailed clarifications on the specified

"Ihsan Group LTD" does not comply with the court's decision — the deputy requests intervention from the Supreme Court and the Prosecutor General's Office

The construction company has not fulfilled its obligations to borrowers, despite a court decision made in 2024. During a session of the Jogorku Kenesh, deputy Ulukbek Karibekov raised the issue that «Ihsan Group LTD» still does not comply with the court's decision made in February 2024. He reported that 990 people have suffered due to the company's actions, and despite the issued decision, the situation remains unchanged. Karibekov called on the Supreme Court and the Prosecutor

The police checked cafes and canteens in Issyk-Ata for unacceptable markups.

On January 28, 2026, employees of the Issyk-Ata District Department of Internal Affairs conducted an inspection of cafes and canteens at a mobile police station, during which they explained to the owners that additional markups and percentages for catering services are unacceptable. According to the Main Internal Affairs Directorate of the Chui Region, markets, shops, and other trading points in the region were also monitored as part of this inspection. Preventive measures were carried out

Dangerous Faith in Four Leading Wheels: How All-Wheel Drive Creates a False Sense of Security on Winter Roads

The Misconception of All-Wheel Drive Power Many drivers, when purchasing all-wheel drive vehicles, are convinced that this gives them additional capabilities. For example, if the car easily starts on an icy slope, it is perceived as a sign of the vehicle's high abilities. However, this is a misconception, as all-wheel drive really only helps during starting and acceleration. When it comes to braking, nothing actually changes. Cars, regardless of the type of drive, brake with the same