At a recent meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, Speaker Nurlanbek Turgunbek uulu noted that the current winter in Bishkek is characterized by lower levels of smog compared to previous years. Turgunbek uulu emphasized that on some days the capital even reached the "green zone" in terms of air quality indicators.
Aziza Jumanalieva, a resident of the village of Intymak in the Tyup district, started producing confectionery products right at home, which has become a source of additional income for her. In an interview with a Turmush correspondent, she shared how she underwent training and mastered this profession. Aziza, who is raising two sons with her husband, is also continuing her studies at a higher educational institution. She was born in 1999 in Uzgen, but soon her family moved to Bishkek, where
Imagine an ordinary day when for every transaction with the Visa Cashback O!Bank card, you receive 2% cashback instead of just a simple thank you from the seller.
According to the information from the press service of the State Tax Service, the state tax authority has suspended the implementation of raid control and test purchases concerning small and medium-sized businesses until the end of 2026. The agency explained that this decision was made to support entrepreneurs in the current economic situation, reduce administrative pressure on businesses, and create more comfortable conditions for their development.
In April, it is expected that the amount of precipitation across the country will correspond to average levels. In February and April, the level of precipitation will also be within normal ranges, while in March, it will exceed long-term values in the western regions, and remain at average levels elsewhere. The upcoming spring may bring sharp temperature fluctuations, which requires herders and local residents to adjust livestock grazing schedules, ensure sufficient feed supplies, prepare
As a result of the forgery of local government documents, 43 individuals illegally received land plots totaling 10 hectares and 75 ares in the Kara-Buurin rural municipality, located in the Aitmatov district of the Talas region. This was reported by the State National Security Committee (GKNB) of Kyrgyzstan. According to available operational data, a total of 56 land plots were issued illegally in a similar manner.
According to the Eastern calendar, the year of the Horse is associated with dynamics and radical changes. It is a symbol that embodies movement — sometimes risky, sometimes bold, but almost always defining. If we set aside mystical interpretations and turn to the facts, we can notice that every 12 years humanity faces powerful jolts, when scientists embark on bold experiments, engineers overcome natural obstacles, and doctors and researchers pave new horizons.
The National Kurultai in Kazakhstan emphasized important aspects of regional water and environmental policy At the recent National Kurultai, President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev focused on critical issues of water and environmental security, calling them key factors for ensuring sustainable development in Central Asia. He noted that water diplomacy is a key tool for cooperation among the countries of the region, which have already signed agreements on the joint use of transboundary
Nuridin Mamasabirov, acting representative of the Mufti of Kyrgyzstan in the Batken region, has been appointed as qazi in the Naryn region. The appointment order was signed by Mufti Abdulaziz Zakirov. According to the new charter of the Spiritual Administration of Muslims of Kyrgyzstan, qaziats are now referred to as representations, and qazi as representatives.
At a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, deputy Ulukbek Karybek uulu proposed inviting representatives from Gazprom LLC, the Ministry of Energy, and the Antimonopoly Regulation Service for discussion. The reason for this request was numerous complaints from citizens regarding inflated bills. He emphasized that "Gazprom" had previously reported that they experienced telemetry issues in October and November, resulting in many subscribers not being accounted for.
In accordance with the new decision, the Tax Service of Kyrgyzstan has temporarily suspended raid tax control and test purchases for small and medium-sized enterprises until the end of the current year, that is, until December 31. This decision is aimed at supporting businesses in the context of a challenging economic situation, with the goal of reducing administrative burdens and creating more favorable conditions for entrepreneurship development.
Nha Trang is a true gem of the Vietnamese coast and one of the most visited places in Southeast Asia. The city offers a vacation for every taste: from active nightlife to quiet solitude on remote islands and resorts. Together with the travel agency Your Agent, we will tell Kyrgyz citizens what they need to know before traveling to this tropical paradise. The city beach of Nha Trang. Transport and Travel Time For tourists from Kyrgyzstan and Kazakhstan, the most convenient way to get to Nha
The Central District Court of Seoul issued a verdict on January 21, sentencing Han Dok Soo, who previously served as Prime Minister of South Korea, to 23 years in prison. According to DW, the judge found him responsible for implementing martial law in the country in 2024, despite the prosecution only seeking a 15-year prison sentence. The court established that Han Dok Soo played a "key role" in legitimizing President Yoon Suk Yeol's decree on the introduction of martial law,
The Kyrgyz drama "Kosh," directed by Timur Aydarali, is being released in theaters in Bishkek. The main character, Aziret, a talented architect, finds himself in a difficult situation: to provide for his family, he is forced to leave his profession and take a job as a gravedigger. His mother-in-law presents him with a tough choice: either he finds a "normal" job or he loses his wife and child. Will he be able to realize his dream of having his own home, starting by digging
After leaving the White House, Donald Trump intends to retain the position of head of the World Council, which he himself is initiating. According to Bloomberg, citing a senior U.S. official, the chairmanship will be his until he decides to resign. This statement marks the latest twist in his diplomatic initiative, which has already drawn significant attention and criticism from G7 leaders.
Begimai Toktosunova is a single mother who, after her divorce, was left alone with her daughter suffering from a severe form of cerebral palsy and her sick mother. For almost six years, Begimai has been coping with difficulties, but her income barely covers daily expenses and the necessary medical care for her daughter and mother. In addition to cerebral palsy, the girl also has strabismus and bilateral ankle joint deformity, as well as a number of other health issues. “Aykol was born
As part of his working trip to the Jalal-Abad region, the Deputy Director of the State Agency for Physical Culture and Sports, Buzurman Bagyshbekov, visited several sports institutions in the area. During the visit, he assessed the material and technical equipment of the sports schools, including the condition of training halls, the availability of sports equipment, the working conditions for coaches, and the organization of the training process for students.
Trump noted that during productive negotiations, preliminary agreements were reached regarding Greenland, which could be beneficial for both the United States and all NATO countries. “Based on the understandings reached, I have decided not to impose the tariffs that were planned for February 1,” he wrote in his message on the Truth Social platform.
In 2025, within the framework of capital construction financed by JSC "NESC", numerous significant projects were implemented at the Osh Electric Network Enterprise. This was reported by the Ministry of Energy of the Kyrgyz Republic. According to the information from the ministry, out of 12 facilities, 7 were built from scratch, while 5 underwent major repairs and were also put into operation. In particular:
During the session of the Jogorku Kenesh, Deputy Dastan Jumabekov asked the Deputy Minister of Digital Development Nursultan Kubanov about the possibility of changing PIN codes. According to Kubanov, changing the PIN is only possible in the case of a technical error. The deputy also clarified that for women, the digit 1 is used when assigning a PIN, while for men, it is 2.
The opening of the first international group of the Edu for Countries program became possible thanks to OpenAI, as reported by Kazinform citing the Ministry of Science and Higher Education of the Republic of Kazakhstan. Among the first participating countries are Estonia, Singapore, the United Arab Emirates, Jordan, Greece, and Kazakhstan. Kazakhstan's joining this initiative marks the beginning of the widespread implementation of ChatGPT Edu — a special version of artificial intelligence
Residents of the "Ak-Ordo" district contacted the Call center Kaktus.media regarding the lack of public transport. According to local residents, "there is a catastrophic shortage of buses in 'Ak-Ordo.' Every day it's the same - first, you have to wait, and then squeeze into a full bus and travel in such a crowd to your destination. We ask the city authorities to pay attention to our problem and add at least one additional bus route, for example, along the route of
In Moscow, the Military Court found 30-year-old citizen of Uzbekistan, Akhmadjon Kurbonov, guilty of organizing a terrorist act that claimed the lives of two people, as well as illegal handling of explosives. As a result, he was sentenced to life imprisonment. Photo by TASS. Akhmadjon Kurbonov
Deputy Marlen Mamataliyev presented a bill proposing to restrict the sale of alcoholic beverages during nighttime hours. This project is available for discussion on the website of the Jogorku Kenesh. According to the initiator, the high level of alcohol consumption is one of the main social and medical problems negatively affecting the health of the nation.
The press service of the Main Internal Affairs Directorate of the Chui Region reported the arrest of a suspect in fraud on January 22. A 52-year-old woman turned to the police for help on January 3. She stated that in 2010, a former cattleman took 10 cows from her for grazing and kept them in a barn located in the village of Töch-Bulak in the Sokuluk district until 2025. During this time, the number of livestock increased to over 60 heads, and horses also appeared. The complainant claims that
In Kyrgyzstan, a new approach to monitoring in domestic violence cases is being implemented — electronic bracelets. This was reported by the Minister of Justice Ayaz Bayetov on his social media account. Since the beginning of January this year, protective orders have been applied in an updated format, which includes the use of mobile monitoring and electronic tracking. This system involves GPS tracking and mandatory identification using Face ID technology.
An incident occurred in Sokuluk involving a shepherd who sold the cattle entrusted to him for grazing. According to information provided by the Main Internal Affairs Department of the Chui region, on January 3, 2026, I.M., a woman born in 1974, reported to the Sokuluk District Internal Affairs Office about a crime committed by B.M., who had previously worked for her as a cattleman.
The village of Ak-Tal, located in the Ak-Tala district of the Naryn region, has become home to Mahabat Akimalieva, who has been engaged in traditional Kyrgyz craftsmanship for 22 years, a craft that is on the brink of extinction. Mahabat was born on March 28, 1981, in the village of Bayetov and, after graduating from the Esengul Karasartov Secondary School, married Alybek Makeev, who works as a teacher at the Askar Turdakunov School. In their 25 years of marriage, they have had five children.
"The first crossing cost 32-34 million soms" The mayor of Kyrgyzstan's capital, Aibek Junushaliev, stated in an interview with the "Kabar" agency that more than 20 underground crossings will be constructed in Bishkek. He noted that the project is currently in the experimental stage, where various aspects are being evaluated, including complexity, volume, and cost of work, which is necessary for further budget planning. The official also added: "At the moment, we
The women's volleyball team of Kyrgyzstan is taking an important step by participating for the first time in the Nations Cup organized by the Asian Volleyball Confederation (AVC). As reported by Sport AKIpress, the Volleyball Federation of Kyrgyzstan noted that this participation became possible due to the team's high ranking.
During the meeting, issues related to the implementation of 12 investment agreements concerning the construction of solar and wind power plants, which utilize renewable energy sources and have a total capacity of 5,450 MW, were discussed. The start of these projects is scheduled for 2023. Three agreements for the construction of hydropower plants with a total capacity of 2,239 MW and three agreements for thermal power plants, which will collectively provide 2,685 MW, were also discussed.
Photo from the internet. A study by the Trade Union Institute of Labor showed that only 5.5% of applicants plan to become teachers According to the Ministry of Education, as of December 2025, there is a shortage of 761 teachers in schools in Kyrgyzstan. The highest number of vacancies is observed in general education institutions in the Chui and Batken regions, as well as in Bishkek. What factors influence staff turnover in schools, and what measures are being taken to improve the situation?
The issue of the absence of state rehabilitation programs is raised by a narcologist. In Bishkek, there is a mass closure of private rehabilitation centers for people suffering from drug addiction. This was reported on social media by Batma Estebesova, a psychiatrist-narcologist and director of the public association "Socium". According to Estebesova, the main reasons for the closures are unacceptable treatment methods, including violence and humiliation, as well as a lack of proper
Photo from the internet. The dollar, after a slight volatility, has stabilized again at the level observed in 2025 As of January 22 of this year, the official rates of the Kazakh tenge and the Russian ruble are showing growth, while the euro and the Chinese yuan are declining. The dollar remains stable. This data is provided by the National Bank of Kyrgyzstan and exchange points in Bishkek. US Dollar:
The Council of Europe awarded Aziza Abdirasulova, an activist from Kyrgyzstan, the Raoul Wallenberg Prize for 2026. This award highlights her significance in the protection of human rights, particularly regarding the rights of prisoners, freedom from torture, and the right to peaceful assembly, as stated in the press release. At the ceremony in Strasbourg, the Secretary General of the Council of Europe, Alain Berse, noted Abdirasulova's "extraordinary courage and determination,"
A tragic incident occurred in the capital — a foreigner died at a warehouse in the Bishkek free economic zone. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Emergency Situations. According to the agency, the fire broke out in a warehouse located in the Lenin district. Five fire crews and an operational headquarters were dispatched to extinguish the fire. The fire was localized at 2:58 AM and completely extinguished by 5:58 AM. The area affected by the fire was approximately 900
During operational activities conducted by the State Committee for National Security (GKNB) aimed at identifying corrupt actions among local authorities, it was established that 43 citizens were illegally allocated land plots totaling 10 hectares and 75 ares in the Kara-Buurinsky ayil okmotu of the Aitmatov district in the Talas region. This occurred due to the forgery of local council resolutions. Overall, according to preliminary data, there are 56 unlawfully allocated plots in question.
As part of the reforms presented to President Shavkat Mirziyoyev on January 20, the authorities of Uzbekistan plan to implement modern logistics in the blood service, which will include the stages of "demand - processing - delivery." The main goal of these initiatives is to increase the number of voluntary donors from 300,000 to 900,000 by 2030.
A corruption scheme related to the illegal distribution of land plots has been uncovered in the Talas region. According to information from the GKNB, it was established that 43 citizens were allocated land plots with a total area of 10 hectares and 75 ares in the Kara-Buurinsky ayil okmotu of the Aitmatov district. These actions were carried out by forging official documents from local authorities.
On the night of January 21 to 22, a fire broke out at a warehouse located on Kuliyev Street. The press service of the Ministry of Emergency Situations of Bishkek reported that five fire crews were mobilized to extinguish the flames. The fire was localized by 03:21 and completely extinguished by 05:25.
On January 19, employees of the Rosselkhoznadzor detained a truck driver at the "Sagarchin" checkpoint who was attempting to illegally transport 24 horses. These animals were being transported from Kabardino-Balkaria to Kyrgyzstan to participate in sports competitions, as reported by the agency's press service. It was reported that the transportation of the horses was carried out with gross violations of veterinary regulations. The animals were not registered in the relevant
On January 21, matches of the third round of the U-20 World Youth Hockey Championship took place in Bishkek. Six teams are participating in this tournament, competing in Group B of the third division.
The National Bank has presented the official exchange rates for January 22, 2026. According to information from the regulator, the exchange rate of the US dollar remained unchanged, while the euro and the Chinese yuan slightly decreased in value. In contrast, the Russian ruble and the Kazakh tenge showed some growth. The exchange rate for 1 US dollar (USD) is 87.45 soms (no change);
U.S. President Donald Trump proposed to the Prime Minister of Mongolia, Luvsannamsrain Oyun-Erdene, to participate in international efforts aimed at resolving the conflict in Gaza and strengthening peace in the Middle East. This was reported by MiddleAsianNews. Trump officially expressed his desire for Mongolia to become one of the founders of a new international organization called the "Council of Peace," which is planned to be established with the support of the UN Security
The new school, built in 2023, has not yet been put into operation. The reason is that at the final stage of construction, during the roof installation, the facility was not accepted by the Department of State Architectural and Construction Control of the Issyk-Kul region. The department had previously warned the contractor, LLC "Energy-Nur Stroy," multiple times regarding the completion of the school construction work.
Gulzhigit Alykulov, a 25-year-old winger from Kyrgyzstan, has officially joined the team "Dinamo-Minsk," which competes in the Belarusian championship. This club recently became the silver medalist of the national championship.
A fire broke out at a warehouse located on Ch. Aitmatov Avenue in the free economic zone "Bishkek," according to information from the press center of the Ministry of Emergency Situations. According to the operational duty officer, the area of the fire was approximately 900 square meters.
