At the 2026 AFC Futsal Cup, the Kyrgyzstan national team finished the first round of the group stage in third place. The tournament, which started on January 27 in Jakarta (Indonesia), features 16 teams.
In 2025, the Forensic Expert Service, operating under the Ministry of Justice of the Kyrgyz Republic, summarized its work. According to the press service, last year the agency received 7,268 rulings and decisions from law enforcement and judicial bodies regarding the appointment of expert examinations.
According to the State Committee for National Security of the Kyrgyz Republic, employees of the Osh Administrative Court are suspected of abusing their official positions. As investigative authorities have revealed, they were involved in document forgery and fictitious employment of so-called "dead souls" within their office.
During the inspection at the Administrative Court of the Osh Region, cases of document forgery and the creation of fictitious positions were discovered. This was reported by the press service of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB). According to the GKNB, court employees O. N. O., A. u. B., and K. u. B. acted in collusion, providing false information about the employment activities of imaginary workers.
In the last 24 hours, four cases of fire have been registered in Kyrgyzstan, according to information from the Ministry of Emergency Situations of the Kyrgyz Republic. The agency reports that the fires occurred in the Chui, Osh, Jalal-Abad, and Batken regions — one in each of them.
Deputy Dastan Bekeshev announced this information at a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh At the meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, Deputy Dastan Bekeshev reported that only 7.5 thousand taxi drivers out of 70 thousand working in Bishkek were able to obtain licenses. He emphasized that the deadline for issuing them expires in three days. According to Bekeshev, it is necessary to extend this deadline, as the number of licenses issued is very small. The situation where so few taxi drivers have licenses
Photo Agency "Moscow" On January 26, Uzbekistan's Deputy Foreign Minister Olimjon Abdullaev met with Russian Ambassador Alexey Erkhov, as reported by the Foreign Ministry's press service. During the discussions, the main focus was on the issues of protecting the rights of Uzbek citizens working in Russia. The negotiations also involved the Consuls General of Uzbekistan, representatives of the Russian consular department, as well as staff from migration services and law
The head of the office and several court employees have been detained. During an inspection at the Administrative Court of the Osh region, cases of document forgery and fictitious employment of citizens were discovered. This was reported by the press service of the GKNB. Law enforcement agencies established that, in order to gain illegal benefits, court employees facilitated the employment of so-called "dead souls." This resulted in significant damage to the state and negatively
The Osh city administration announced the expansion of Osh Street, which will be transformed into a four-lane highway. This decision was the result of a morning raid conducted under the leadership of Mayor Jenishbek Toktorbaev and specialists from the relevant services. The expansion will take place on the section from Raimbekov Street to Kasymbekov Street, and this road will become an alternative route to the airport. In this regard, the authorities have been instructed to begin the
Recently, at a weekend market for farmers in the capital, lively discussions on legal issues unfolded. As part of the "people's microphone" initiative, representatives of the mediation community reached out to city residents and agrarians to convey important information about upcoming changes in dispute resolution rules in Kyrgyzstan. Starting January 1, 2027, citizens will not be able to go to court for many civil, family, and labor cases without a preliminary meeting with a
Migrants in the Russian Federation During the meeting, measures to improve labor migration and streamline migration processes were also discussed, as reported by the Russian diplomatic mission. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Uzbekistan clarified that the main topic of conversation was ensuring the rights and legitimate interests of citizens working in Russia. The Uzbek side emphasized the need to prevent any forms of violation of the rights and human dignity of Uzbek citizens, both legal
Experts appointed by the UN have expressed concern that the immigration policy of the United States "significantly" violates the rights of children. According to their claims, thousands of minors are being held in detention without access to lawyers. This information was announced by the UN News Service. Experts reminded that according to the law passed in 2008, U.S. authorities are required to provide proper conditions for the detention of minors arriving in the country unaccompanied
The Mayor of Bishkek, Aibek Junushaliev, along with the heads of city services, conducted an inspection of key infrastructure facilities in the capital. During the inspection, a project for the reconstruction of a section of Manas Avenue was presented, which includes the construction of a new road interchange, the extension of Mederov Street along the Ala-Archa River, and the opening of Tabaldiev Street. The implementation of this project is expected to begin in spring 2026. After the
In Kyrgyzstan, a draft presidential decree prepared by the Ministry of Economy and Commerce is being considered, which proposes to temporarily suspend inspections of business entities. This draft is already available for public discussion. The document emphasizes that there are significant problems in the area of state regulation of business, which negatively affect entrepreneurial activities and the business climate. This, in turn, leads to a decrease in trust from the business community and a
In social networks among hunting and nature enthusiasts in Kyrgyzstan, videos have begun to appear reporting that a group of athlete-hunters managed to catch a rare trophy — a large black wolf. According to the hunters, the black wolf was shot in the Suusamyr Valley in December 2021. Later, it was sold for a significant amount. However, one problem arose: the hunters refused to share details about this hunt and did not provide a more accurate description of the trophy, without explaining the
On January 28, the press service of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB) reported the discovery of abuses of official authority among employees of the Administrative Court of Osh Region. According to the investigation, O.N.O., A.u.B., and K.u.B. provided false information about the employment activities of fictitious employees, known as "dead souls."
The government subsidizes these loans As part of the state program to support businesses, the Open Joint Stock Company Microcredit Company "Entrepreneurship Development Fund," operating under the Ministry of Finance, has launched a preferential lending program, offering loans at an interest rate of 6% per annum for small and medium-sized enterprises. Adilet Kamchybekov, the deputy chairman of the fund's board, announced this on the air of Birinchi Radio. The financial assistance
Batken Region, Kadamjay District — the first deputy akim, Baatyrbek Korgonbaev Karimovich, has been relieved of his duties, reports Turmush correspondent. At the time of his dismissal, he was 42 years old. He held the mentioned position for four years.
An inclusive platform-lift has been installed in the Manas underground passage, designed for people with limited physical abilities, as well as for parents with strollers. According to the press service of the city administration, this decision was made as part of a program aimed at creating an inclusive environment to improve the quality of life and meet the social needs of citizens.
Islambek Orozbekovich Atakanov, born in 1979, is wanted. This was reported by his relatives to Kaktus.media. According to family members, in the summer of 2025, he was working in Talas, engaged in selling fish. He last contacted them in July. He went missing after leaving his workplace, leaving his belongings and passport there. Since then, nothing has been known about him. The family is asking anyone who may have seen him or knows of his whereabouts to come forward.
A new educational project called "YouTube School" has been launched in Kyrgyzstan, aimed at people with disabilities. Its implementation is carried out by the Republican Institution of Prosthetic and Orthopedic Products and the Rehabilitation Center under the Ministry of Labor, with the support of the public organization "Mümkünchülük." The project targets people with disabilities who are in the rehabilitation center, where they receive prosthetic and orthopedic products and
The State Committee for National Security (GKNB) reported cases of abuse of office among employees of the Administrative Court of the Osh Region. This information was published by the GKNB press center. According to available data, court employees developed a scheme for fictitious employment of "dead souls" and forged documents for personal gain.
Employees of the Internal Affairs Department of the Kara-Suu district, engaged in the fight against extremism and illegal migration, detained a man who was distributing materials banned in Kyrgyzstan through social networks. This was reported by the police press service. An examination conducted by the forensic linguistic service confirmed the presence of publications related to extremist and terrorist activities on the suspect's page, which are prohibited in the country. Photo by the
According to the Kharkiv regional prosecutor's office, two drones fell near the train, and one of them hit the carriage directly, causing a fire. At the moment, fragments of five bodies have been found, and their identification will be carried out using DNA analysis.
Kyrgyzstan is aiming for a fundamental reform of its approach to water resource management, relying on scientific data collected over a long period. At a recent meeting in the Jogorku Kenesh, the Deputy Director of the Water Resources Service, Abdybai Zhayloobayev, reported that the Institute of Water Problems and Hydropower of the National Academy of Sciences of Kyrgyzstan has begun work on creating a comprehensive forecast of the state of water resources for the next fifty years.
On January 25, 2026, a citizen K.A., born in 1946, approached the Issyk-Ata District Department of Internal Affairs with a statement regarding a robbery that occurred at his residence. According to him, on the night of January 24 to 25, around 00:30, unknown individuals entered his home in the village of Kotovsky, Issyk-Ata District. The assailants used physical violence that threatened the life and health of the victim, causing him bodily harm. They then tied his hands and feet with rope, as
Photo from the internet. After a rapid rise, the Russian ruble has also quickly started to depreciate According to the National Bank of Kyrgyzstan and exchange points in Bishkek, there is a decrease in the exchange rates of the dollar and the Russian ruble, while the euro is showing growth. The Kazakh tenge remains stable. US Dollar:
The action of the film will unfold in the territory of the Kokand Khanate. A film adaptation of the historical novel by Tölögan Kasymbekov, "Synan Kylch" ("Broken Sword"), is planned in Kyrgyzstan, as reported by the country's Ministry of Culture. Currently, the project's budget is being approved, and the script will be developed by the renowned playwright Sultan Raev. Filming is set to begin at the end of 2026. The plot of the work spans the years from 1801 to
The Main Department for Ensuring Road Safety of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Kyrgyzstan has announced that the validity of taxi drivers' licenses will not be extended and will expire on February 1, 2026. Starting February 2, raids will begin across the country aimed at checking the presence of licenses among taxi drivers. Law enforcement agencies will monitor compliance with legislation in the field of taxi licensing and will punish those who violate the rules.
Experts from the Middle East Media Research Institute (MEMRI) emphasize that in recent years, Pakistan has increasingly become a platform for the rapprochement between the Palestinian movement Hamas and local radical groups such as Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) and Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM). This development raises concerns that Western efforts to isolate Hamas may be undermined, which also calls into question Pakistan's relations with the United States and its allies. Political SituationOn January
From January 24 to 25, the Judo Championship of Kyrgyzstan for men and women took place in Osh, marking an important event in the country's sports calendar. This annual tournament helps identify the best athletes for the formation of the national team, which will represent Kyrgyzstan on international stages, including the Asian Championships and Cups, as well as Grand Prix and Grand Slam tournaments. This year, the competition was held for the first time in the city of Osh, where 14 sets
In the morning of January 28, the exchange rates of foreign currencies in the Moskovsky Soviet exchange offices are as follows:
The position of the hands on the Doomsday Clock has been moved to a record close to symbolic nuclear midnight. The president and CEO of the Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists stated that "there are now only 85 seconds left until midnight. This is the shortest time interval recorded in history." The Doomsday Clock first appeared on the cover of the Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists in 1947. The time remaining until midnight reflects the level of geopolitical tension: midnight
Within the Armed Forces of China, an important personnel reform is brewing that could significantly change the country's leadership. According to The Wall Street Journal, General Zhang Yuxia, vice chairman of the Central Military Commission and member of the Politburo of the Communist Party of China, is under investigation.
The gold market is surprising again — the price of the precious metal has reached a historic mark of $5,200 per troy ounce. This data is confirmed by information from the trading platform. As of 7:52 Bishkek time, the price of the April gold futures on the New York Comex exchange increased by $133.9, which is 2.61 percent, reaching $5,254.5 per troy ounce.
An American aircraft carrier group has arrived off the coast of Iran, in the Persian Gulf region. It is currently unclear whether U.S. President Donald Trump's threat of a possible strike against Iran in response to the suppression of protests will be carried out; however, military analysts report that the necessary forces are on standby. Photo by the media. Aircraft carrier Abraham Lincoln
The head coach of the Kyrgyzstan national futsal team, Nurzhan Jetibaev, acknowledged his responsibility for the failure in the first match of the Asian Cup, which is taking place in Indonesia. In the opening match on January 27, the Kyrgyzstan team faced the Iraqi players and ended the game with a score of 2:4, despite having taken the lead at 1:0.
In the village of Kulanak, located in the Naryn region, a fitness hall exclusively for women has been opened. It is situated in the basement of the local school named after A. Aralbaev. The idea to create this hall came from Kerez Ibraeva, the chairwoman of the Women's Council of the village. During the major renovation of the school’s basement, at the request of local residents, a special room was organized where women can engage in sports.
Bishkek City Hall has refuted the information voiced by a deputy of the Jogorku Kenesh of the Kyrgyz Republic, which may mislead the public: In his inquiry, Ulukbek Karybek uulu was interested in the Action Plan for 2024-2025 for the Sverdlovsk district, requesting information on project documentation, capital construction, social and engineering infrastructure, funding sources, and approved projects for 2026.
Recently, media reports emerged stating that the Federal Court of Brooklyn (New York) sentenced Kyrgyz citizen Sergey Zharnovnikov to three years and three months in prison for participating in a conspiracy to illegally export firearms from the USA, according to the U.S. Department of Justice. In connection with this situation, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic issued an official statement clarifying that this citizen was detained by law enforcement agencies of the United
Recently, the Prime Minister of Kyrgyzstan, Adylbek Kasymaliev, met with Najy Benhassine, the regional director of the World Bank, who oversees Central Asian countries.
Global media and news agencies have provided information about events that occurred in Ukraine over the past 24 hours amid the ongoing conflict. Here are the main points. A fire in a Kharkiv school after a rocket attack. Photo Reuters / Vitalii Hnidyi. Andriy Sybiha, the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine, stated that President Volodymyr Zelensky is ready to meet with Vladimir Putin to discuss issues related to territories and the fate of the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant. According to
As of January 28, 2026, the National Bank has presented the current exchange rates for foreign currencies. Below are the changes in rates compared to January 27:
According to information provided on January 28 by the press service of the Main Internal Affairs Directorate of the Chui Region, suspects in a robbery have been detained. A report to the police was made by an 80-year-old resident of the village of Kotovsky in the Issyk-Ata district. According to him, on the night of January 25, around 00:30, intruders broke into his home. The elderly man was subjected to violence: he was beaten and tied up. The attackers stole a mobile phone and 165,000 soms
Every two years it will increase by one year Starting from January 1, 2026, the minimum work experience required for retirement in Kyrgyzstan will be raised from five to six years. The introduction of the five-year minimum work experience concept occurred in 2024, allowing citizens to receive a full pension. Previously, women were required to be 58 years old and men 63 years old with at least 20 years of work experience to retire. Now the minimum work experience will grow: every two years it
On January 23, 2026, field schools on constitutionalism were held in Osh, organized by the Constitutional Court of the Kyrgyz Republic. The event was attended by the court chairman Emil Oskonbaev and judges Chinara Aydarbekova and Meerghul Bobukejeva. These educational programs were developed for two target groups. The first session took place at Osh State University, where faculty members from the law departments of OshSU and Jalal-Abad State University gathered. The second school was
In Bishkek, a verdict has been issued against a man who extorted money from the mother of a defendant in a criminal case. This decision was published on the "Digital Justice" portal. Names have been changed.
