During a discussion at a meeting of the parliamentary agrarian committee, Deputy Alisher Kozyuev raised the issue of the possibility of exporting meat outside the country. In response, he received a rather ambiguous reaction from representatives of the Ministry of Agriculture.
Experts note that the bird count provides a rare opportunity to study both wintering and migrating species inhabiting the Issyk-Kul region, which is a key point on the migration routes of Central Asia. The Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision emphasizes that such activities play an important role in biodiversity conservation and sustainable natural resource management. The results of the counts serve as a scientific basis for making management and environmental
In Kyrgyzstan, efforts are being made to establish a culture of holding celebrations and memorial services, which, according to State Secretary Arslan Koichiev, is an important part of the public and national search. He expressed his thoughts in the program "Elden Sobol" on the Kabar agency. Koichiev emphasized that in conditions where traditions and customs have a significant influence on society, an immediate rejection of them is impossible. In his opinion, changes in customs occur
Energy Minister Talaybek Ibraev officially opened the new 35/10 kV substation "T. Kulatov" and the 35 kV overhead power line "Abshir – T. Kulatov", located in the village of Kozho-Aryk of the Kulatov Ayil Okmotu in the Nookat district, managed by the Osh Electric Networks Enterprise. As explained by the ministry, the main objective of this project is to provide electricity to 1820 out of 3626 subscribers connected to 97 transformer substations of the 10 kV
Syrtbai Musaev, the former chairman of the National Commission for the State Language and a member of the group working on a new version of the text and music of the national anthem, shared his thoughts on the anthem. Recently, the Committee on Constitutional Legislation, State Structure, Local Self-Government, and the Regulations of the Jogorku Kenesh reviewed three proposed versions of the anthem, but all were rejected.
In the Sokuluk district, in the city of Shopokov, a fire occurred, as reported by the Ministry of Emergency Situations. Today, January 27, at 09:05, a report was received about smoke in one of the apartments of a multi-story building on Gagarin Street (New Construction). A firefighting crew from the 23rd Fire and Rescue Unit of Sokuluk was dispatched to extinguish the fire.
In the territory of the Turt-Gul rural administration, located in the southeastern part of the village of Jany-Zher, work has begun on the installation of a modern drip irrigation system on additional developed land plots related to the irrigation zone of the R-4 canal. This was reported by the Ministry of Agriculture of the Kyrgyz Republic. The project involves the installation of drip irrigation over an area of 143 hectares, and construction work started in the second half of January 2026.
An online meeting was held at the ministry to exchange experiences The online meeting, organized by the Ministry of Health of the Kyrgyz Republic, brought together Kyrgyz medical specialists working in various countries, including Germany, the USA, the UK, and Russia, as well as in the Middle East. The event was led by Deputy Ministers Bakytbek Kadyraliyev and Temirbek Erkinov, as reported by the ministry's press service. The main goal of the meeting was to exchange professional
It is noted that Nipah is a zoonotic virus that can be transmitted from animals, particularly from bats, as well as through contaminated food and, in rare cases, from person to person. In recent years, cases of infection with this virus have been recorded in India and some Southeast Asian countries. According to statements from the sanitary and epidemiological control service, the likelihood of its penetration into Uzbekistan is minimal. Nevertheless, Uzbek citizens planning trips to India are
Boto Kuronkeev, a resident of the village of Togolok in the Ak-Talinsky district of the Naryn region, is engaged in camel breeding, which is becoming an increasingly rare occupation in the country. According to information from the Ministry of Water Resources and Agriculture, this craft has been passed down in his family from generation to generation. “My father started camel breeding in the 1980s, and now I continue his work. Although it is labor-intensive, camels are perfectly adapted to the
Actress Marianna Spivak posted an open letter on Instagram, signed by graduates of the Moscow Art Theatre School, requesting Minister of Culture Olga Lyubimova to reconsider the decision to appoint Konstantin Bogomolov as acting rector. This appeal was also supported by Yulia Menshova and actor Anton Shagin, who published similar letters on their social media, as reported by RBC. In their letter, the authors emphasize that historically, the process of selecting a rector at the Moscow Art
The Ministry of Emergency Situations has issued a storm warning, indicating the possibility of avalanches in the mountains of the country. Photo by the Ministry of Emergency Situations According to the agency's information, from January 27 to 29, precipitation is expected in the mountainous areas and on the roads Bishkek – Osh (including the Ala-Bel pass and Chychkan gorge) and Karakol – Enilchek (Chon-Ashuu pass), which may provoke avalanches, snow drifts, ice crust, and black ice.
Farmer Boto Kurentkeev from the village of Togolok Moldo in the Ak-Talinsky district of the Naryn region is actively engaged in camel breeding. This information was announced by the press service of the Ministry of Water Management and Agriculture. The farmer plans to bring in new breeds of camels from Mongolia in order to improve the local Kyrgyz species.
On February 6, the EFC Global 53 tournament will take place in the capital of Russia, featuring fighters from Kyrgyzstan in mixed martial arts competitions, according to information from the MMA league's press service.
From January 23 to 25, 2026, the 14th international tournament in freestyle wrestling for boys born in 2009-2011 took place in Kara-Balta, dedicated to the memory of the Master of Sports of the USSR Myrsabek Kurmanaliev. The competition featured 400 young athletes from Kyrgyzstan, Kazakhstan, and Uzbekistan.
At a recent meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh Committee on Constitutional Legislation, Deputy Kurmankul Zulyshev expressed dissatisfaction with the proposed versions of the national anthem, stating that they do not meet the necessary quality standards for both musical accompaniment and lyrics. Zulyshev noted that during the discussion, all three versions of the anthem were analyzed, but none of them demonstrated significant advantages that could justify their adoption as a national symbol.
Cristiano Ronaldo, who plays for the Saudi club "Al-Nassr" and the national team of Portugal, is considering the option of ending his career in the summer of 2027. This was reported by well-known journalist Ben Jacobs.
During today's meeting of the Committee on Constitutional Legislation, State Structure, Local Self-Government, and the Regulations of the Jogorku Kenesh, a draft resolution on a new version of the text and music of the National Anthem of the Kyrgyz Republic was considered. The meeting gathered representatives of the commission responsible for selecting the best project for the new version of the anthem, including the Minister of Culture, Information, Sports, and Youth Policy, Mirbek
Important news: Kazakhstan is launching an electronic queue system at two checkpoints on the border with Kyrgyzstan. This is reported by the Committee for State Revenues of the Republic of Kazakhstan. The system, called CarGoRuqsat, will start functioning on January 30 at the "Kegen" checkpoint and on February 16 at the "Kordai" checkpoint.
On January 27, a meeting of the committee on constitutional legislation took place in the Jogorku Kenesh, where three versions of a new anthem for Kyrgyzstan were presented. As reported by the Minister of Culture Mirbek Mambetaliev, from February 7 to March 20, about 700 proposals were received from citizens. However, the commission, after reviewing all the works, concluded that none of the proposals met the stated requirements, which led to the cancellation of the competition. It was then
The football club "Alga" proudly announced that Erzhan Tokotaev, the holder of the title of the best football player in Kyrgyzstan for 2025, has returned to its ranks.
At the meeting of the Committee of the Jogorku Kenesh dedicated to constitutional legislation and local self-government, committee member Chynar Umetalieva noted that the creation of a national anthem is a task that requires high professionalism and talent. Participants discussed the draft of a new version of the anthem's text and music.
In the Kyrgyz Republic, a meeting took place where the French Ambassador Nicolas Fay and the German Ambassador Monika Lenhard made comments for AKIpress. - How does the Aachen Treaty affect cooperation between France and Germany in Kyrgyzstan? What projects are planned in the near future?
Illustrative photo The court in Fergana sentenced A.A. to three years in prison for participating in a special military operation (SMO) on the side of Russian troops, reports UzNews.uz. According to the investigation, while on the territory of the Russian Federation, A.A. signed a contract for military service and participated in combat operations in Ukraine, motivated by selfish reasons.
Citizens with complaints can contact the Ministry of Justice At a meeting of the committee of the Jogorku Kenesh, which addressed issues of constitutional legislation and state structure, Deputy Minister of Justice Orozbek Sydykov discussed possible penalties for lawyers whose services are funded by the state. Sydykov noted that if a lawyer represents the interests of the opposing party or commits other violations, the Ministry of Justice may terminate the contract with them. In such cases, the
In Kyrgyzstan, as stated in the Constitution, every person has the right to qualified legal assistance. In this regard, Deputy Minister of Justice Orozbek Sydykov voiced the need to improve access to lawyers at the republic level during a meeting of the committee on constitutional legislation, local self-government, and the regulations of the Jogorku Kenesh. Sydykov emphasized that most licensed lawyers are concentrated in large cities, while there is a severe shortage of them in several
In several villages of the Chui region, residents are expressing dissatisfaction due to a sharp increase in electricity bills in December and January. The problem has affected such settlements as Tash-Dobo, Belovodskoye, and the residential area "Ak-Ordo" in Bishkek. According to local residents, in Tash-Dobo, the bills have increased by significant amounts. "For example, we have an overpayment of 1,800 soms. Many others are in the same situation," they reported.
The Plenipotentiary Representative of the President in the Osh Region, Amankan Kenzhebaev, visited the Nookat District on January 23, where he became acquainted in detail with the condition of the Urkuya Salieva Museum, located in the Toolosky Aiyl Aimak. This information was provided by the press service of the presidential representative office in the Osh region. The museum, built in the 1980s using the ashar method, is currently in a deplorable state and requires serious repairs. The head of
Timed to the 40th anniversary of the Issyk-Kul Forum named after Chinghiz Aitmatov, the Ministry of Culture, Information, Sports and Youth Policy has launched an open competition for the development of a logo and brand book. The total prize fund is 50,000 soms.
In Kyrgyzstan, a draft law has been submitted for public discussion, aimed at regulating the activities of homeowners' associations (HOAs). The document primarily focuses on combating falsifications in the decision-making process and increasing control over the work of the board.
In Kyrgyzstan, according to Deputy Minister of Justice Orozbek Sydykov, there is an average of 21,000 people per lawyer. This information was announced on January 27 at a meeting of the committee of the Jogorku Kenesh, which deals with constitutional legislation issues. Sydykov noted that, for comparison, in the United States this figure is approximately 300 people, while in European countries it ranges from 500 to 2000. The shortage of lawyers is particularly acute in remote and densely
During the meeting, the Minister of Science discussed important changes with the university leadership At the meeting held between the Minister of Science, Higher Education, and Innovations Gulzat Isamatova and the administration of KRSU, plans were discussed to significantly reduce the number of academic programs at the university. KRSU Rector Sergey Volkov reported that a reassessment of the strategic development of the university had been conducted. This plan encompasses a wide range of
Illustrative photo During the discussion of issues related to the sanitary and epidemiological situation in the country and the health control of foreign citizens, Yarovaya proposed to initiate changes to the existing regulations. However, she did not specify which diseases would be added to the new list.
In the Chuy region, individuals suspected of committing murder have been arrested. This information was provided by the press service of the regional Department of Internal Affairs. According to law enforcement agencies, on January 20, 2026, at around 10:00 AM, a report was received at the duty station of the Moscow district police department from the Center for General Medical Practice stating that a 32-year-old citizen, S. Y., had died in an ambulance before reaching the hospital.
On January 26, the Development Bank of the Kyrgyz Republic signed an agreement to finance the construction of the "Kulanak" hydropower plant in the Naryn region. According to information provided by the bank, the hydropower plant will be located in the village of Kulanak on the Naryn River. The installed capacity of the plant will be 100 MW, and the expected annual electricity generation will be 435 million kWh. This will reduce the country's energy deficit by 11%.
At a press conference held in the fall of 2025, the head of the banking supervision department of the NBKR, Elizama Japarova, announced changes to the legislation, among which the adoption of the consumer lending law was significant. She emphasized that consumer loans make up the bulk of the loan portfolio.
Based at the municipal institution "Kolomto," located in the Pervomaisky district, social protection and rehabilitation for people without permanent housing is provided. Although the center is designed for 70 places, between 70 and 100 homeless individuals receive assistance here daily. This information is included in the Program for the Development of Social Protection of the Population of Bishkek for 2026-2028. Funding for "Kolomto" is provided from the local budget. The
- During the meeting of the Committee of the Jogorku Kenesh on International Affairs, Defense, Security, and Migration, the following bills were adopted: - "On the ratification of the Protocol amending the Marrakech Agreement establishing the World Trade Organization (Agreement on Fisheries Subsidies)," which was adopted at the 12th Ministerial Conference of the WTO on June 17, 2022, in Geneva — in the first reading.
Against the backdrop of historical turbulence in global financial markets, the price of gold has, for the first time in its history, exceeded the psychological threshold of $5000 per troy ounce. During trading on the Chicago Mercantile Exchange (CME), February futures jumped by more than 2%, reaching a record $5091.5. According to analysts at Reuters, along with gold, the prices of silver and platinum have also risen to new heights. This rapid increase in precious metal prices is a result of
Photo 24.kg At the event dedicated to the 77th anniversary of Republic Day, which took place in Bishkek with the participation of the Indian embassy, it was announced that modern medical equipment for the treatment of cancer diseases would be transferred to Kyrgyzstan. Among the guests were representatives of the diplomatic corps, as well as prominent figures in culture and art.
A study published in the journal PLOS Mental Health has shown that listening to specially selected music for just 24 minutes can significantly reduce anxiety levels. Psychologists examined the impact of music combined with soft auditory rhythms on brain function. In an experiment involving 144 adults suffering from moderate anxiety and receiving medication, participants were divided into groups: one group listened to "pink noise," while the other listened to music with rhythmic
In the high-altitude village of Togolok Moldо, located in the Ak-Tal district of the Naryn region, farmer Boto Kuroonkee is reviving the nearly forgotten art of camel breeding. This information was provided by the Ministry of Agriculture. According to the ministry, the tradition of camel husbandry in Kyrgyzstan is gradually fading, but the Kuroonkee family has managed to preserve and develop this practice.
On January 27, the Committee of the Jogorku Kenesh, which deals with constitutional legislation, did not approve the proposed drafts of the new national anthem of Kyrgyzstan. Three versions of the anthem, including both text and music, were presented for discussion.
Bazarali Maksutov, a 59-year-old resident of the village of Intymak in the Manas district of the Jalal-Abad region, has been milking mares and producing kumis right in his yard for six years. Even on the coldest winter days, he does not abandon this activity. Recently, a correspondent from Turmush visited Bazarali and learned about his life and work.
On January 27, the Committee of the Jogorku Kenesh on Constitutional Legislation reviewed three projects for a new anthem presented by the Ministry of Culture, Information, and Youth Policy. First text (No. 0026) — 1st place, 1302 points
67-year-old Altynkiz Borbasheva from the Talas region, who worked for 43 years as a teacher of the Kyrgyz language and literature, shared her experiences and amusing incidents from her school life. Two years ago, she concluded her career at the school where she began working after graduating from the Faculty of Philology at the Kyrgyz National University named after Jusup Balasagyn. Born in the village of Arashan in the Talas district, Altynkiz married her neighbor, and soon they moved to
From January 16 to 26, a camp for candidates for the national biology team took place in Sochi, at the Educational Center "Sirius," with teams from Russia and Kyrgyzstan participating. According to the press service of the Ministry of Education, Kyrgyzstan was represented by eight students from the national biology team, accompanied by coach Nursultan Uvaliev, a member of the National Biology Olympiad.
