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The President and the Government Support Entrepreneurs and Provide Them with Benefits - Kubatov
Local news / Exclusive

The President and the Government Support Entrepreneurs and Provide Them with Benefits - Kubatov

The president and government have begun to more deeply understand the challenges faced by the private sector and are implementing a system of benefits to support it. This was stated by Eduard Kubatov, president of the Federation of Mountaineering of Kyrgyzstan, in a podcast by the agency "Kabar." In his opinion, the contribution of private business to the economic development of the country is very significant, and without it, stable progress in the economy cannot be achieved.

22.01.2026, 15:09
Local news

"Gazprom Kyrgyzstan" will not charge penalties on "smart meter" bills until April

According to the press service of Gazprom Kyrgyzstan, subscribers with "smart meters" who have gas debts as of the end of December 2025 will not be charged penalties until the end of March 2026. This decision was made due to technical failures in the data collection system for "smart meters" that were observed in the fourth quarter of last year. "The company recognizes that issues with the instability of reading acceptance may have caused difficulties for customers, and

22.01.2026, 15:08
Kasymaliyev Familiarized Himself with the Activities of the Institute of Geology of the Academy of Sciences
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Kasymaliyev Familiarized Himself with the Activities of the Institute of Geology of the Academy of Sciences

During the visit of the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers and the Head of the Presidential Administration, Adylbek Kasymaliev, to the M. Adyshev Institute of Geology, which is part of the National Academy of Sciences of the Kyrgyz Republic, the aim was to familiarize himself with its work. During the visit, key aspects of the institute's scientific research activities, current projects, and the contributions of scientists to the study of the country's mineral resource potential

22.01.2026, 15:07
An employee of the Bishkek City Hall detained for extorting a bribe of 1 million soms
Incidents / Exclusive

An employee of the Bishkek City Hall detained for extorting a bribe of 1 million soms

On January 19, in the capital of Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek, an employee of the Municipal Enterprise "Bishkek City Transport" was detained for extorting a bribe of 1 million soms. The official was caught red-handed while receiving the money. According to information provided by the press service of the State Committee for National Security (SCNS), it was revealed that employees of the procurement department of this municipal enterprise regularly demanded 10% of the total amount of tenders.

22.01.2026, 15:06
Ecology

In the Panfilov District, men were fined for the illegal shooting of three pheasants.

On January 22, in the Panfilov district, inspectors from the Ecological Supervision Service of the Chui region discovered a case of illegal hunting. According to information from the press service of the Ministry of Nature, during the inspection, it was established that two men had shot three pheasants without permission. The hunters were apprehended at the scene of the crime.

22.01.2026, 15:01
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Preferential loans of 3.3 billion soms: which sectors will receive support, - Ministry of Economy

- In his speech, Nurbek Umetaliev noted that among the priority areas are craft production, the sewing industry, machine engineering, the chemical sector, as well as metalworking and the production of metal products. An important part of the program is also the development of computer technologies and the IT sector. Special attention will be paid to innovative projects and emerging entrepreneurs. It should be noted that agriculture is not covered by this program, as there are special state

22.01.2026, 15:00
Economy

Trade between Kyrgyzstan and China reached a record amount by the end of 2025

From January to December 2025, the trade volume between Kyrgyzstan and China reached $27 billion 198.9 million. These figures reflect the results of a study conducted by the General Administration of Customs of China. At the same time, China's exports amounted to $21 billion 974.5 million, while Kyrgyz exports totaled $5 billion 224.3 million. In particular, Kyrgyzstan exported non-monetary gold to China worth $4.9 billion, which, according to the GTS, is related to the re-export of gold

22.01.2026, 14:58
Local news

Protective Orders with Electronic Monitoring: A New System for Protecting Against Domestic Violence is Being Implemented in Kyrgyzstan

In Kyrgyzstan, a new mechanism for protecting victims of domestic violence is being launched — protective orders with electronic monitoring, which includes the use of mobile applications and electronic bracelets. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Justice. This pilot project was initiated at the direction of the Cabinet leadership as part of efforts to improve efficiency and reduce bureaucracy. It involves the Ministry of Justice, the Ministry of Internal Affairs, the

22.01.2026, 14:58
Ecology

In the Chon-Kemin Nature Park, feeding of wild animals continues

In the Chon-Kemin Nature Park, winter feeding of wild animals continues. As reported by the press service of the Ministry of Nature, rangers have placed hay at special feeding sites along the "Zhanibek" route. During the monitoring conducted, roe deer were observed coming to the feeding sites, and traces of wild boar were also found. Animal counts are carried out using a smart monitoring system.

22.01.2026, 14:56
Kyrgyzstanis Can Install Solar Panels and Sell Electricity
Local news

Kyrgyzstanis Can Install Solar Panels and Sell Electricity

At a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, this was reported by the Deputy Minister of Energy Deputy Minister of Energy Altynbek Rysbekov stated at the meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh that residents of Kyrgyzstan can install solar panels on their homes and sell the excess electricity to the government at a rate of 4 som 42 tyiyn per kilowatt-hour. He noted that a pilot project is being implemented in the Chui region, within which solar panels were installed completely free of charge for ten low-income

22.01.2026, 14:51
Crop losses, livestock growth. How farmers in Kyrgyzstan finished the year 2025
Economy

Crop losses, livestock growth. How farmers in Kyrgyzstan finished the year 2025

Photo by the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry. Harvesting in Kyrgyzstan According to the Ministry of Economy and Commerce, in 2025, the gross output of farmers in Kyrgyzstan amounted to 459.7 billion soms, which is 2.2 percent higher than in 2024, according to the National Statistical Committee. The main factor in this positive trend was the growth of livestock, which increased by 4 percent, while crop production showed only a slight increase of 0.2 percent.

22.01.2026, 14:50
Incidents

In Russia, a 74-year-old businessman will stand trial for the murder of a porter from Kyrgyzstan

The investigative authorities have completed the investigation into the case against a 74-year-old resident of Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky (Russia), who is accused of murdering his employee, a citizen of Kyrgyzstan, who worked as a loader in his store, reports IA "Kamchatka". According to the agency, the incident occurred on May 29, 2025, in the basement of the store. A conflict erupted between the accused and his employee, who was in a state of alcohol intoxication. During the quarrel,

22.01.2026, 14:49
After the amendments, the Law on State Procurement may turn into the Law on State Orders — Bekeshev
Economy

After the amendments, the Law on State Procurement may turn into the Law on State Orders — Bekeshev

The deputy expressed dissatisfaction with the provision allowing state companies to transfer up to 50% of work to subcontracting organizations. Dastan Bekeshev, a deputy of the Jogorku Kenesh, criticized one of the proposals in the draft law regarding changes to the Law on Public Procurement. He opposed the provision that allows state enterprises to transfer up to half of their work to subcontracting companies. According to Bekeshev, this initiative could contribute to increased corruption and

22.01.2026, 14:48
"Asman Airlines" resumes flights Bishkek - Talas: price reduced and fixed
Local news

"Asman Airlines" resumes flights Bishkek - Talas: price reduced and fixed

The airline "Asman Airlines" has announced the resumption of subsidized flights between Bishkek and Talas, which will begin operating on January 4, 2026. Flights will be conducted twice a week — on Mondays and Fridays. Now the ticket price will be 2100 soms, which is a significant reduction compared to previous prices that ranged from 2100 to 3100 soms. According to the airline, flights on this route were previously extremely rare, creating difficulties for the local population.

22.01.2026, 14:47
Sports / Exclusive

Young wrestlers from Chui Region met in Kant: Who became the U-17 champion?

From January 16 to 18, the championship of the Chui region in freestyle wrestling for boys under 17 years old took place in the city of Kant, reports Turmush correspondent. About 100 young athletes from various districts of the Chui region participated in the competition. The main goal of the tournament was to identify the best wrestlers in the region and to form a team to participate in the republican championship in freestyle wrestling.

22.01.2026, 14:47
Exclusive

Folk Legends: Yuryevka - a village in the Issyk-Ata District, named after a government official

The village of Yuriyevka, located within the Sın-Tash rural district of the Issyk-Ata region, was named in honor of Yuri Pavlovich Pogodin. According to local legends, in March 1915, civil servant Yuri Pogodin was engaged in the distribution of land plots among peasants. He facilitated the development of arable land, the sowing of wheat, and the advancement of animal husbandry. That same year, by the decision of the farmers themselves, the settlement was named Yuriyevka — in honor of the man

22.01.2026, 14:46
The winner of the "Teacher of the Year" contest received an apartment in Bishkek
Local news

The winner of the "Teacher of the Year" contest received an apartment in Bishkek

She teaches the Kyrgyz language and literature Elzat Asanova, the winner of the "Best Teacher of the Year – 2025" contest, received the keys to a one-room apartment in Bishkek. This event was announced by representatives of the Ministry of Education. Asanova works at secondary school No. 22 named after K. Umutaliev, located in the village of Dolon, in the Tyup district of the Issyk-Kul region. She is a mother of five children. After successfully passing the district and regional

22.01.2026, 14:44
The Mayor of Bishkek Inspected City Facilities and Met with Residents of the Capital
Local news / Exclusive

The Mayor of Bishkek Inspected City Facilities and Met with Residents of the Capital

The Mayor of the capital, Aibek Junushaliev, conducted an inspection of city facilities and met with residents of Bishkek. According to the mayor's office, during the visit, the mayor visited Buurdinskaya Street, where he communicated with local residents and listened to their concerns. As a result of the meeting, a decision was made to issue notifications for residential buildings located beyond the red line. The Land Use Control Department was instructed to dismantle temporary

22.01.2026, 14:44
Mayor of Bishkek: We May Increase Public Transport Fare Rates
Local news

Mayor of Bishkek: We May Increase Public Transport Fare Rates

"Like it or not, we cannot avoid this step." The mayor of Kyrgyzstan's capital, Aibek Junushaliev, announced a potential increase in public transport fares. He noted that this measure is necessary to increase the salaries of bus drivers and maintain the vehicles in good condition. "Like it or not, we cannot avoid this step. Proposals to raise fares have been made for a long time, and I asked them to work on it further. We need to revise the fares so that city residents

22.01.2026, 14:43
A person does not have five senses – new research shows that there may actually be up to 33.
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A person does not have five senses – new research shows that there may actually be up to 33.

According to Barry Smith, a representative of the University of London, human perception is a complex multisensory process in which various sensory organs interact to shape our perception of taste, movement, and the surrounding world. Neurobiologists are increasingly viewing perception as a distributed system, where numerous sensory channels are interconnected and form a holistic perception of reality. A change in one of the sensory signals—whether it be sound, smell, or movement—can subtly

22.01.2026, 14:42
Local news

Schools in Bishkek are overcrowded by tens of thousands of students

At the meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, the Deputy Minister of Construction, Architecture, and Housing and Communal Services, Talantbek Imanakun uulu, shared alarming statistics regarding the overcrowding of educational institutions in the capital. According to him, Bishkek, which has a population of about 1.5 million residents, is facing a serious shortage of school places, leading to a situation where the number of students significantly exceeds the design capacity.

22.01.2026, 14:42
News / Education news

In Bishkek, 261,000 children are enrolled in schools with a designed capacity of 104,000.

At the meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh on January 22, Deputy Minister of Construction Talantbek Imankun uulu presented the results of the inventory of educational institutions in the capital regarding the lack of places. According to him, there are 120 schools operating in Bishkek, which can accommodate only 104,117 students, while the total number of learners is 261,107.

22.01.2026, 14:40
The Experience of Portugal and Lithuania Can Be Implemented in the Inclusive Education System of Kyrgyzstan
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The Experience of Portugal and Lithuania Can Be Implemented in the Inclusive Education System of Kyrgyzstan

A working meeting took place at the Kyrgyz Ministry of Education dedicated to the implementation of international experience in inclusive education, which is successfully applied in Portugal and Lithuania. On January 21, Minister of Education Dogdurkul Kendirbaeva and her deputy Nadira Jusupebkova met to discuss the adaptation of these practices to the conditions of Kyrgyzstan. Teacher of the T. Ermatov Music and Pedagogical Institute Saltanat Agzymova presented the results of the trip of the

22.01.2026, 14:34
Incidents

Drinking Father, Chaos, and Dirty Children — Police Checked a Troubled Family in Bishkek

A report of domestic violence received by the police led to law enforcement officers being dispatched to the scene. As reported on January 22 by the press service of the Internal Affairs Directorate of the Primorsky District, the house was in complete disarray and an unpleasant odor was present. According to a neighbor, the head of the large family often drinks and causes scandals. As a result, a protocol was drawn up against him, and he was taken to the temporary detention cell of the Internal

22.01.2026, 14:32
In Chon-Kemin Park, rangers record the emergence of roe deer for feeding
Local news

In Chon-Kemin Park, rangers record the emergence of roe deer for feeding

In the Chon-Kemin State Natural Park, rangers continue to provide winter assistance to wild animals by feeding them and monitoring the state of their populations. Recent events have recorded that roe deer are actively visiting the feeding sites. According to information from the Ministry of Nature, rangers have placed hay at specially designated "ashtoo" points along the Zhanibek route. Monitoring has confirmed that roe deer are coming to the feeding sites, and traces of wild boars

22.01.2026, 14:31
News / Education news

In 2026, the construction of 35 schools will begin in Bishkek, - Ministry of Construction

According to the information provided by Imanakun uulu, one school will be built by the Russian side, while 14 schools will be financed through a loan from the Saudi Fund for Development. The remaining 20 educational institutions will be constructed using funds from the republican budget. In addition, the construction of 10 schools will begin in the city of Osh, and 7 in Manas. It is also planned to start construction in areas with high demand, he added.

22.01.2026, 14:30
Uzbekistan is getting rid of junk cars. Will Bishkek follow this example?
Economy

Uzbekistan is getting rid of junk cars. Will Bishkek follow this example?

Starting from February 1, 2026, new rules will be introduced in Uzbekistan that completely prohibit the operation and re-registration of cars older than 50 years. This initiative was announced by the Ministry of Justice of the country, and old cars will be forcibly removed from the state register. Additionally, specialized license plates will be introduced for categories such as heavy machinery, quarry vehicles, legal taxis, and certified antiques. Car registration will become fully digital:

22.01.2026, 14:28
Trade Unions of Kyrgyzstan Increase Daily Allowances and Help Members Save
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Trade Unions of Kyrgyzstan Increase Daily Allowances and Help Members Save

The Federation of Trade Unions of Kyrgyzstan (FTUK) has announced the launch of a discount program for its members, which is already in operation. FTUK Chairman Muradil Jumadilde uulu reported this at a press conference at the "Kabar" agency. According to Jumadilde uulu, union members who have completed the electronic registration process can receive discount cards that allow them to benefit from discounts at various establishments across the country. Currently, FTUK has signed about

22.01.2026, 14:28
Local news

Gas debts. Late payment penalties will not be charged until the end of March.

The company LLC "Gazprom Kyrgyzstan" reports that for subscribers with installed "smart" meters who have gas arrears as of the end of December 2025, late payment penalties will not be charged temporarily until March 2026. This decision is related to technical issues that arose in the data transmission system of the "smart" meters in the fourth quarter of last year. LLC "Gazprom Kyrgyzstan" understands that the instability in receiving readings may have

22.01.2026, 14:27
News / Education news

Starting January 31, the National School Olympiad in Kyrgyzstan will begin in 5 subjects. Schedule

The Ministry of Education has published the schedule for the National Olympiad in Mathematics, Physics, Biology, Chemistry, and Computer Science for the 2025-2026 academic year. The main goal of the National Olympiad is to identify talented students, as well as to enhance their knowledge, develop their creative potential, and foster interest in scientific research.

22.01.2026, 14:22
News / Education news

Ministry of Construction: A school for 500 students will cost approximately 300-350 million soms

According to information announced by the Ministry of Construction, the new school, designed for 500 students, will cost in the range of 300-350 million soms. Deputy Minister of Construction Talantbek Imanakun uulu stated this figure on January 22 during a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh. He noted that the facility will be handed over "turnkey," including all necessary equipment for the full operation of the educational institution.

22.01.2026, 14:18
The youth national hockey team of Kyrgyzstan achieved their third victory at the World Championship
Sports / Exclusive

The youth national hockey team of Kyrgyzstan achieved their third victory at the World Championship

The youth hockey team of Kyrgyzstan (U-20) achieved its third victory at the third division World Championship (Group B) taking place in Bishkek. On January 21, in the third round, the team played against the national team of Iran, securing a confident victory with a difference of 14 goals — 15:1. At the moment, after three matches, the Kyrgyz team has earned 9 points and holds the leading position in the tournament table.

22.01.2026, 14:17
Local news

Right-hand drive cars will not be issued licenses to operate as taxis - Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic

In social networks, there are appeals to the authorities requesting permission to use right-hand drive cars as taxis. In response to this situation, the Main Directorate for Road Traffic Safety of the Ministry of Internal Affairs issued an official statement. In this message, the agency reminded that according to paragraph 6 of part 6 of article 6 of the Law "On Road Transport," it is prohibited to use vehicles with right-hand steering for commercial passenger and cargo transportation.

22.01.2026, 14:14
News / Education news

Kyrgyzstan to take a $50 million loan for schools in Bishkek and Chui region

On January 22, the Jogorku Kenesh approved in the first reading the draft law "On the Ratification of the Credit Agreement between Kyrgyzstan and the Saudi Development Fund for the 'Construction of Public Schools' Project Phase-2," which was signed on October 9, 2025, in Bishkek. According to the presented report, this ratification is necessary to complete internal procedures so that the agreement can come into force.

22.01.2026, 14:03
Without Millionaires: How Much is the Kyrgyzstan National Football Team Worth at the Beginning of 2026
Sports

Without Millionaires: How Much is the Kyrgyzstan National Football Team Worth at the Beginning of 2026

Photo from the archive. KR national football team At the start of the 2026 season, the total transfer value of the Kyrgyzstan national football team is 7 million 630 thousand euros, according to data presented by the Transfermarkt portal. Compared to the previous year, when the team's valuation reached 8 million 25 thousand euros, there is a decrease of approximately 395 thousand euros. This reduction is not critical; however, it demonstrates changes in the composition and structure of

22.01.2026, 14:02
Exclusive

Farmers asked Bakyt Torobaev to reconsider tax assessments

Today, January 22, 2026, the Minister of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry, as well as the Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers, Bakyt Torobaev, organized a meeting with farmers. This information was published by the press service of the Ministry of Agriculture. Farmers registered in advance through the public reception office, and this day was predetermined for a personal reception of citizens by the minister.

22.01.2026, 14:01
Local news / Cultural news

The Minister of Culture and the President of the Turkic Culture and Heritage Foundation Discussed Issues of Expanding Cooperation

The Minister of Culture, Information, and Youth Policy, Mirbek Mambetaliev, met with Aktoya Raimkulova, the president of the Turkic Culture and Heritage Foundation. According to the press service of the Ministry of Culture, the meeting addressed issues related to expanding cooperation in the preservation and promotion of Turkic culture, history, and heritage.

22.01.2026, 14:00
S. Berdymukhamedov Replaced the Head of the Border Service of Turkmenistan
In the world

S. Berdymukhamedov Replaced the Head of the Border Service of Turkmenistan

During the meeting, the president emphasized that significant progress had been made in strengthening the Armed Forces and improving the material and technical base of the army over the past year. Considering that this year the country is celebrating the 35th anniversary of its independence, the head of state gave instructions for preparations for the upcoming celebrations.

22.01.2026, 13:56