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Deteriorating Weather: Drivers Are Asked to Follow Traffic Rules

In the Chui region, there has been a sharp deterioration in weather conditions, which has necessitated the need for cleaning operations on the roads. This was reported by the press service of the Regional Traffic Safety Administration. Officials strongly urge drivers to follow traffic rules, adhere to speed limits, maintain a safe distance, and avoid crossing into oncoming traffic. “Avoid reckless maneuvers, especially in dangerous areas. Take care of yourself and your loved ones,” the

23.01.2026, 12:02
In Europe, a boycott of the World Cup is being discussed due to Trump
Sports

In Europe, a boycott of the World Cup is being discussed due to Trump

A few months ago, such a prospect seemed unlikely, but by 2026 it has become quite real. According to information from various sources, informal discussions took place at one of the events of the Hungarian Football Association among the leaders of national football associations, where the main focus was on developing a unified position of UEFA and European federations in case of a deterioration in the international situation.

23.01.2026, 11:57
In Iran, 15 suspects linked to the U.S. and Israel who organized protests were detained
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In Iran, 15 suspects linked to the U.S. and Israel who organized protests were detained

According to the IRGC, the arrested individuals are involved in arson attacks on mosques and Islamic educational institutions in the southern province of Hormozgan. They are also charged with destroying state and private property, disturbing public order, creating an atmosphere of fear and panic, as well as attacking military facilities. Protests in Tehran began in late December, triggered by the collapse of the national currency and a sharp rise in prices. Iranian authorities announced the

23.01.2026, 11:54
The total value of the Kyrgyzstan national football team has slightly decreased.
Local news

The total value of the Kyrgyzstan national football team has slightly decreased.

Compared to last year, when the team's value was estimated at 8.025 million euros, there has been a reduction of approximately 395 thousand euros. Analysts note that this decrease is not related to a decline in the quality of play, but is due to the absence of players in the team with a high transfer value exceeding one million euros. Currently, the team is undergoing a structural reorganization, which has made it more balanced and consistent in composition.

23.01.2026, 11:54
Dana White accelerated preparations for the historic UFC event at the White House
Sports

Dana White accelerated preparations for the historic UFC event at the White House

The event scheduled for June 14 has already been dubbed a "unique event." The main fight of the first show in January will be a meeting for the interim lightweight title between Justin Gaethje and Paddy Pimblett. After this show, the UFC will focus more on fight matchmaking, and working on the card for the event at the White House will become a top priority. According to the new schedules, most participants will be selected by the second week of February, significantly earlier than

23.01.2026, 11:53
Local news / Exclusive

What will change in the city of Gülçə in the near future?

In the city of Gülche, the launch of bus services on internal routes is expected. Mayor Nursultan Tajibaev reported that two buses have been purchased, each designed for 31 seats. They will be ready to go into service in the coming days. Additionally, there are plans to build a kindergarten for 100 children, as there are 40-50 children waiting in line at the five existing kindergartens. During public hearings on the budget project for 2026, which involved the mayor, the chairman of the city

23.01.2026, 11:53
In 2025, in the Kyrgyz Republic, drivers were fined over 3.7 million soms for exceeding vehicle emission standards.
Ecology / Exclusive

In 2025, in the Kyrgyz Republic, drivers were fined over 3.7 million soms for exceeding vehicle emission standards.

In 2025, the Ministry of Ecology of the Kyrgyz Republic reported the compilation of 202 protocols related to violations of vehicle emission standards, resulting in fines exceeding 3.7 million soms. Additionally, during inspections among business entities, 450 protocols were issued for a total amount of 9.87 million soms. At the same time, 3,795 entities received notifications about the need to comply with environmental standards.

23.01.2026, 11:53
Local news / Cultural news

The Minister of Culture listened to appeals from citizens from various regions

On January 22, Mirbek Mambetaliyev, holding the position of Minister of Culture, Information, and Youth Policy, met with citizens representing different regions. During the reception, current issues related to culture were discussed. According to the press service of the Ministry of Culture, among the topics raised were questions about state awards, the implementation of cultural projects, personnel changes, the celebration of anniversaries of famous personalities, as well as the preservation

23.01.2026, 11:51
Local news

The tower clock of "Kyrgyztelecom" is not working. What is the reason?

The citizens noticed that the clock located on the building of OJSC "Kyrgyztelecom" was showing the wrong time and reported this issue to the company. "Kyrgyztelecom" confirmed the malfunction. According to the press service, the stoppage of the clock is related to the natural wear of the movement mechanism; one of the gears has lost teeth, which is the cause of the malfunction.

23.01.2026, 11:51
Local news

The Social Fund explained why pensions are not increased in spring when electricity rates go up.

Representatives of the Social Fund explained that pension increases occur in the fall due to the specifics of the budget process. The fund's budget is formed for the year, and pension recalculations are made after six months, taking into account the contributions received. According to Mukambetov, if salaries increase, so do the contributions. In this regard, based on data from the State Tax Service, the corresponding recalculation is carried out. "We have no other option; we rely on

23.01.2026, 11:50
Local news / Exclusive

Department of Internal Affairs of Osh Region: Player who violated the rules in the game ulak tartys will be suspended

Yesterday, a meeting took place in the Aravan district, organized by the Deputy Head of the local Department of Internal Affairs, Murat Ormonov, and the head of the "Alaman-Ulak" federation of the Osh region, Almaz Murzaliev, with participants of the ulak tartysh game. This information was confirmed by the press service of the Osh region Internal Affairs Directorate.

23.01.2026, 11:45
In Bishkek, over 51 thousand households are connected to gas – Ministry of Natural Resources
Local news / Exclusive

In Bishkek, over 51 thousand households are connected to gas – Ministry of Natural Resources

Significant progress has been made in Bishkek: over 51 thousand households now have access to natural gas, as reported by the Ministry of Natural Resources of the Kyrgyz Republic. This opportunity has become a reality thanks to the introduction of preferential loans for the gasification of housing. It should be noted that according to the decree of the Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic, signed on April 28, 2025, under number 349, citizens are provided with loans for the gasification

23.01.2026, 11:44
Kazakhstan did not contribute $1 billion upon joining Trump's World Council, - Akorda
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Kazakhstan did not contribute $1 billion upon joining Trump's World Council, - Akorda

Kazakhstan became a member of the Council of Peace, established at the initiative of Donald Trump, without the need to make a monetary contribution. This was reported by the state agency Kazinform, citing the press service of Akorda. As noted by the press service, joining the Council requires solely the decision of a sovereign state. From the moment of accession, the term of participation in the council is three years. The mentioned contribution of 1 billion dollars in the charter is not

23.01.2026, 11:44
Border Service: By the end of 2025, a significant increase in the number of foreigners entering Kyrgyzstan has been recorded
Exclusive

Border Service: By the end of 2025, a significant increase in the number of foreigners entering Kyrgyzstan has been recorded

The Border Service of the State National Security Committee of the Kyrgyz Republic is diligently working to ensure law and order and safety for foreign citizens, which in turn helps to form a positive image of Kyrgyzstan as an open and safe state. In 2025, Kyrgyzstan noted a significant increase in the number of foreign citizens crossing its borders.

23.01.2026, 11:43
Exclusive

The girl posted information about her ex-husband on social media — his current wife saw it, and a conflict ensued.

In the Kara-Suu district, a court trial took place, during which a woman was fined 20,000 soms for causing minor bodily harm. The decision was made on October 27, 2025. According to the case materials published in the State Register of Judicial Acts, Zhanara [name changed J.B.Ö.] is accused of a crime against human health. The circumstances of the case are as follows.

23.01.2026, 11:38
The bodies of a boy and a girl were found in a burned car. A case has been opened under the article "Murder."
Incidents / Exclusive

The bodies of a boy and a girl were found in a burned car. A case has been opened under the article "Murder."

A criminal case has been initiated in the Chuy region in connection with a tragic incident that occurred as a result of a fire. According to information provided by the Main Internal Affairs Directorate of the Chuy region, on January 20, 2026, at 09:53, a report was received at the Moscow District Internal Affairs Department about a burned Volkswagen Golf-3 station wagon of silver color. The vehicle was found on the eastern outskirts of the village of Spartak, near a lake. Inside the vehicle,

23.01.2026, 11:37
Exclusive

A fire occurred at a clinic in the city of Bazar-Korgon

In Bazar-Korgon, located in the eponymous district, a fire occurred on Kara-Ünkür Street, resulting in the destruction of the boiler room, kitchen, and roof of the local clinic. This information was confirmed by the press service of the Ministry of Emergency Situations.

23.01.2026, 11:36
Local news

What Citizens of the Kyrgyz Republic Need to Know Before Going to Work in Russia - Response from the Ministry of Labor

The Ministry of Labor, Social Protection, and Migration of the Kyrgyz Republic warns citizens traveling to Russia for work. It is important to check your surname in the list of those banned from entry on the website of the Center for Employment of Citizens Abroad, available at migrant.kg. To legally stay in the territory of the Russian Federation, it is necessary to perform a number of mandatory actions in accordance with Russian legislation:

23.01.2026, 11:35
Incidents

On the Bishkek - Osh highway, a driver fatally hit a pedestrian and attempted to flee

A tragic incident occurred in the Toktogul district: a driver who hit a pedestrian fled the scene, loading his car onto a tow truck. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Internal Affairs. According to the agency, on January 20, 2026, at approximately 7:40 AM, a dead man, around 60 years old, was found at the 273rd kilometer of the Bishkek – Osh road. It is believed that he became a victim of a hit-and-run by a vehicle whose driver left the scene.

23.01.2026, 11:33
Health

The Ministry of Health proposes to expand access to unregistered drugs for all medical institutions

The Ministry of Health has presented a draft resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers for public discussion, which concerns amendments to the existing resolution "On the Approval of the Procedure for Compiling and the Criteria for Exclusion and Inclusion of Medicinal Products and Medical Devices in the Special List of Medicinal Products and Medical Devices Temporarily Permitted for Import and Medical Use Without Registration" dated August 23, 2025, No. 522. The main objective of this

23.01.2026, 11:33
Turkish Investments in Kyrgyzstan's Economy Doubled in 2025
Economy

Turkish Investments in Kyrgyzstan's Economy Doubled in 2025

Turkey has become the third largest investor in Kyrgyzstan, following only China and Russia. According to a report published on January 22 by the National Statistical Committee, the volume of Turkish investments in the economy of Kyrgyzstan increased by 95.5% from January to September 2025. During this period, investments reached $139.5 million, while for the same period in 2024, they amounted to $71.3 million. Thus, Turkey ranked third among the largest investor countries in Kyrgyzstan,

23.01.2026, 11:29
Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic: About 10,000 crimes prevented in 2025
Local news

Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic: About 10,000 crimes prevented in 2025

The Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic is holding a board meeting dedicated to analyzing the work of law enforcement agencies for the year 2025. According to the press service of the government, the meeting is attended by the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers Adylbek Kasymaliev, Minister of Internal Affairs Lieutenant General of Police Ulan Niyazbekov, as well as the leadership of the Ministry of Internal Affairs and its structural divisions. The agenda includes discussions

23.01.2026, 11:28
Eldik Bank: UN General Assembly – a platform for responsible business
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Eldik Bank: UN General Assembly – a platform for responsible business

On January 21, the first meeting of the Board of Directors of the UN Global Compact Network in Central Asia took place, attended by Ulanbek Nogaev, Chairman of the Management Board of OJSC "Eldik Bank" and a member of the Council. The meeting discussed the results of the Network's work for 2023-2025, as well as the main directions of the strategy for 2026-2030. The proposed strategy includes active cooperation among companies, experts, and international partners, aiming to

23.01.2026, 11:26
Zheenbek Kulubaev held the annual reception for the diplomatic corps
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Zheenbek Kulubaev held the annual reception for the diplomatic corps

On January 22, a traditional reception for members of the diplomatic corps was held in Bishkek, organized by the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic, Zheenbek Kulubaev. According to the press service of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, ambassadors and representatives of international organizations accredited in the country participated in the event.

23.01.2026, 11:24
The deal securing TikTok's future in the US has finally been completed.
Exclusive

The deal securing TikTok's future in the US has finally been completed.

According to the company, a day before the deadline set by Trump for the transfer of assets, a joint venture was established to acquire TikTok's American operations, and its management team was announced. The completion of this deal is the result of years of efforts to ensure a stable future for TikTok in the U.S. and to address concerns regarding national security threats.

23.01.2026, 11:24
Women in Kyrgyzstan Spend Nearly 5 Hours a Day on Domestic Work
Local news / Exclusive

Women in Kyrgyzstan Spend Nearly 5 Hours a Day on Domestic Work

Household responsibilities in Kyrgyzstan are largely placed on women, as indicated by a recent study by the National Statistical Committee titled "Time Use Survey." According to this study, women spend an average of 4 hours and 40 minutes a day on household chores, which accounts for more than 19.4% of their total time. In contrast, men allocate significantly less time to these tasks—about 3.8% or less than one hour a day.

23.01.2026, 11:23
Exclusive

In the Tonsky District, rescuers helped frozen people in a stranded car

In the mountainous area of the Ton district of the Issyk-Kul region, on the Köl-Bel site near the village of Korgondu-Bulak, a car with two passengers got stuck, leading to their frostbite and the need for assistance. This information was provided by the press service of the Ministry of Emergency Situations.

23.01.2026, 11:23
The Ministry of Internal Affairs of Kyrgyzstan is holding a board meeting on the results of activities for the year 2025
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The Ministry of Internal Affairs of Kyrgyzstan is holding a board meeting on the results of activities for the year 2025

As part of the collegium, the results of the work of the internal affairs bodies of the Kyrgyz Republic for 2025 are discussed, as well as the implementation of the "Safe Country" project and issues related to improving the quality of service for citizens. Ulan Niyazbekov, opening the meeting, noted the key achievements over the past year and emphasized that the Ministry of Internal Affairs is actively implementing modern methods and digital technologies to enhance public safety.

23.01.2026, 11:22
Ministry of Foreign Affairs: 2025 Became a Milestone Year for Kyrgyzstan's Foreign Policy
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Ministry of Foreign Affairs: 2025 Became a Milestone Year for Kyrgyzstan's Foreign Policy

The Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic, Jeenbek Kulubaev, summarized the results of the country's foreign policy activities for 2025 during his speech at the New Year reception for diplomats and outlined priority directions for the future. According to Kulubaev, the past year was filled with important events for Kyrgyz diplomacy. One of the key achievements was the completion of the legal formalization of the state border between Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan. The Minister

23.01.2026, 11:21
The Ministry of Internal Affairs is holding a board meeting on the results of activities for the year 2025.
Local news / Exclusive

The Ministry of Internal Affairs is holding a board meeting on the results of activities for the year 2025.

The Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic is holding a collegial meeting dedicated to summarizing the operational activities for the year 2025, as reported by the press service of the agency. The meeting is attended by the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic and the Head of the Presidential Administration, Adylbek Kasymaliev, the Minister of Internal Affairs Ulan Niyazbekov, as well as the leadership of the ministry and heads of various departments.

23.01.2026, 11:19
More than 20,000 video cameras will be installed across Kyrgyzstan by 2026 - Ministry of Internal Affairs
Local news / Exclusive

More than 20,000 video cameras will be installed across Kyrgyzstan by 2026 - Ministry of Internal Affairs

In 2026, as part of the second phase of the "Safe Country" initiative, more than 20,000 video cameras will be installed across Kyrgyzstan. This was announced by Ulan Niyazbekov, the country's Minister of Internal Affairs, at a meeting dedicated to the results of the Ministry of Internal Affairs' work for 2025. Niyazbekov noted that modern digital technologies are being actively implemented in the republic, which will raise the level of safety in public places, on the

23.01.2026, 11:16
Kyrgyzstan attracts international partners for the development of solar energy
Local news

Kyrgyzstan attracts international partners for the development of solar energy

Today, Ravshanbek Sabirov, head of the National Investment Agency under the President of Kyrgyzstan, held a meeting with representatives of Vantagion Terra Group Limited, a company engaged in investment activities and development. During the discussion, the possibilities for cooperation in the field of solar energy were considered, including projects aimed at developing energy infrastructure in mountainous and hard-to-reach areas of the country.

23.01.2026, 11:15
Fines Will Be Imposed for Illegal Use of AI in Uzbekistan
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Fines Will Be Imposed for Illegal Use of AI in Uzbekistan

As of January 21, new amendments have come into force in Uzbekistan, establishing strict liability measures for illegal actions involving personal data using artificial intelligence (AI) technologies. According to this law, the processing and dissemination of citizens' personal information without their consent through AI systems, both online and in the media, will be subject to severe administrative sanctions.

23.01.2026, 11:05
In a car accident on the Bishkek - Naryn - Torugart highway, a woman died and three were injured.
Incidents

In a car accident on the Bishkek - Naryn - Torugart highway, a woman died and three were injured.

A serious road accident occurred on the 36th kilometer of the Bishkek — Naryn — Torugart highway. The information about the incident was provided by the Ministry of Emergency Situations. According to preliminary data, the driver of a Hyundai Solaris lost control of the vehicle, which led to it leaving the road and colliding with a tree. As a result of this tragedy, a woman died, while two other women and a minor girl sustained various injuries.

23.01.2026, 11:04
In the capital, a suspect has been detained for defrauding a resident of Bishkek out of 523,000 soms.
Incidents

In the capital, a suspect has been detained for defrauding a resident of Bishkek out of 523,000 soms.

According to information provided by the press service of the Internal Affairs Department of the October District, a local resident M.N. reported to the police in Bishkek on January 14, 2026. She stated that she became a victim of fraudsters who, using the account bella_gadane.kg on Instagram, gained her trust by promising to "open a path." As a result, she transferred 523,366 soms to them via a mobile application, after which the criminals blocked her and ceased communication.

23.01.2026, 11:03
Radukanu exited the Australian Open but remained optimistic
Sports

Radukanu exited the Australian Open but remained optimistic

Emma Raducanu, seeded 28th, lost to Anastasia Potapova with a score of 7:6 (3), 6:2, having lost a lead in the first set where she was ahead 5:3. She noted that the match was played under difficult weather conditions, and her physical state did not allow her to compete at full strength throughout the match.

23.01.2026, 11:02
TikTok has completed the deal to sell its American division
In the world

TikTok has completed the deal to sell its American division

ByteDance, the Chinese technology corporation, has completed the deal to transfer a stake in its American division to a group of investors from the United States. According to Bloomberg, among the new shareholders are companies such as Oracle, Silver Lake, and MGX, which will receive 50% of the shares of American TikTok. The remaining shares will be distributed as follows: 30.1% will remain with the current investors of ByteDance, while 19.9% will be controlled by the company itself.

23.01.2026, 11:02
In Osh, a district inspector was detained for extorting from foreigners.
Incidents

In Osh, a district inspector was detained for extorting from foreigners.

Lieutenant of the police U.O.Sh. was detained while receiving a bribe. According to law enforcement agencies, he systematically pressured foreign citizens working in Osh, demanding regular payments from them. Knowing that these individuals lacked the necessary permits, the inspector extorted amounts ranging from 5,000 to 20,000 soms under the threat of fines and deportation in case of refusal. After the investigative activities were completed, in accordance with Articles 96 and 97 of the

23.01.2026, 11:01