In 2025, the Main Department of Capital Construction for the Osh Region of the Ministry of Construction carried out over 100 construction projects in the region. This information was announced by Damir Kalykberdiev, the head of the department.
Today, January 21, an important meeting took place in Kyrgyzstan between representatives of the National Investment Agency, operating under the president of the country, and the Chinese company "Juyhen Real Estate." This was reported by the agency's press service.
The mayor of Bishkek, Aybek Junushaliev, does not rule out the possibility of increasing fares for public transport. This decision, as he noted, may be related to the need to raise drivers' salaries and maintain the technical condition of the transport. According to him, a final decision on the increase has not yet been made, and this issue is still under discussion. "We are forced to go for this, even if some may not like it. The proposal to revise the fares has been relevant for a
More than 30 pawnshops were closed due to violations In the Osh region, including the city of Osh, an inspection of pawnshops was conducted. This was reported by the press service of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB). The inspection was a result of an order given by the chairman of the GKNB, Kamchybek Tashiev. Employees of the GKNB, as well as representatives of the Financial Supervision and the State Tax Service (GNS), participated in the raids. During the inspection, cases of
In the Ala-Buka district of the Jalal-Abad region, a ceremonial meeting was held for Ikhtiyar Nishanov, who won a bronze medal at the World Boxing Championship. The celebration took place at the House of Culture named after Shaken Zhorobekova. Among those present were the district akim Ruslan Aitbaev, representatives of various organizations, as well as friends and young athletes.
Alimkulov Almaz Talaibekovich has been appointed as the Deputy Chairman of the Board of OJSC "Eldik Bank," succeeding Medet Tairov. This was reported by the Kyrgyz Stock Exchange. According to the KFB, Medet Maratovich Tairov will now work at the National Bank of the Kyrgyz Republic.
Since 2020, there has been a rise in cashless payments in Kyrgyzstan. According to the National Bank, during the 11 months of 2025, there were 454.8 million transactions amounting to 778.1 billion soms, which is 8.5 and 12.2 times more compared to the same period in 2024. We are used to having just a phone with a mobile banking app to make purchases. Payments via QR codes have become a common practice. However, this year the system has failed: small businesses have started demanding cash for
This year, it is planned to purchase 634 short buses for the capital, as reported by Mayor Aybek Junushaliev. According to him, the buses will operate in new residential areas, including those that were added to Bishkek as a result of the administrative reform.
Employees of the Talas Regional Office of the State Architectural and Construction Control Department conducted an inspection during which they discovered an asphalt concrete plant being built without proper registration. The plant is located on the 78th contour, on the outskirts of the village of Chon-Kara-Buura, situated in the Aitmatov district. This information was announced at the Ministry of Construction. As a result of the inspection, it was established that the plant is 70% complete and
In Karakol, 449 applications for child benefits for children under 3 years old have already been registered. According to the resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers, adopted on September 27, 2025, under number 623, the monthly allowance "Assistance to Residents of High Mountain Areas" began to be paid from January 12, 2026. This support is intended for families living in high mountain and hard-to-reach areas, as well as in certain border settlements with special status, who have three
Madaney asserts that it is already impossible to restore the lost freshwater reserves: “Irreversibility means that we have destroyed vital natural water resources.” In his report, he points out that water levels in more than half of the major lakes have decreased since the early 1990s, dozens of rivers no longer reach the sea during certain months, and since the 1970s, the loss of glacial mass has amounted to about one-third. According to the expert, 70% of the planet's freshwater
The company O!Bank launches O!Business, which provides individual entrepreneurs the opportunity to easily manage their business directly from a mobile device.
In 2025, China's export deliveries to Central Asian countries reached a record level of 71.2 billion US dollars, which is 11% more than the previous year. This was announced by the Chinese ambassador to Kyrgyzstan, Liu Jiangping, in his statement. He noted that particularly noticeable growth is observed in the field of machine engineering and high technologies. The products of the "new trio" continue to increase their share, and the environmental friendliness of export goods is
Today, January 21, an accident occurred on the road leading to the "Manas" airport. According to eyewitness accounts, there was a collision between two cars. As a result of the impact, one of the vehicles sustained significant damage and was completely wrecked.
At the parliamentary meeting on January 21, Deputy Ilimbek Kubanychbekov of the Jogorku Kenesh raised the issue of the lack of social facilities in the village of Ak Tash (Ala-Tuu ayil okmotu) in the Kara-Suu district since the time of gaining independence. According to Kubanychbekov, local residents solve their problems independently, and in response to requests from women and youth, it is time to build a sports complex.
In Uzgen, a 1 month and 22 days old infant was hospitalized in the territorial hospital, and unfortunately, he did not survive. According to preliminary information, before being admitted to the medical facility, the child underwent a hijama procedure on his back.
At a recent meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, deputies discussed a draft law concerning amendments to the Law "On the Individual (Personalized) Accounting of Citizens of the Kyrgyz Republic for the Purposes of Mandatory State Social Insurance." The First Deputy Minister of Digital Development and Innovative Technologies, Nursultan Kubanov, presented information about this draft law. He noted that its goal is to eliminate internal contradictions and streamline the process of assigning
In the Suzak district of the Jalal-Abad region, Kahar Eshkoziev, a local resident, is engaged in breeding unique cows that were delivered to Kyrgyzstan from Scotland by airplane. He specializes in the Aberdeen Angus breed, known for its meat quality. Starting with two calves, his herd now numbers over 50 individuals, and the total livestock count is 130 cows. Kahar, who has been involved in breeding livestock for over 30 years, shared that at the beginning of his career he kept dairy cows, but
In Talas, a joyful event took place: a young couple, Medina Kalieva and her husband Ryskul Syrgabaev, welcomed triplets. They shared their impressions and experiences with a Turmush correspondent. “Our eldest child is 34 years old, my husband is 34, and I am 28. We tied the knot in 2024. By the grace of Allah, we have given birth to three baby girls,” Medina said.
On January 20 in Bishkek, a working meeting took place where the Minister of Energy of Kyrgyzstan, Talaybek Ibraev, discussed issues related to the construction of the Kazarman Hydroelectric Power Station with representatives of the Open Joint Stock Company "Central Asian Investment Holding," including board member Gezer Selchuk and chairman Sur Mukhammet Haluk. During the meeting, a presentation was made on the preliminary feasibility study of the project, and important nuances
In the Issyk-Kul region, in the village of Otradnoe, there is the only girls' hockey team in the country that will receive support from local authorities. This was reported by Temirlan Kudaybergenov, the head of the village of Otradnoe.
At the meeting on January 21, Deputy of the Jogorku Kenesh Ilimbek Kubanychbekov drew attention to the necessity of constructing a new kindergarten in the village of Zhylgeldi (Ala-Too ayil okmotu) of the Kara-Suu district. According to him, children are currently forced to study in an old kindergarten building. He noted that preschool education plays a key role in shaping the future of society.
In Bishkek, on January 21, the President of the Kyrgyz Republic, Sadyr Japarov, held an important meeting with representatives of the light industry. According to the press service of the president, participants from the garment industry, as well as representatives of marketplaces, logistics companies, banks, and relevant government agencies were present at the meeting.
JSC "Airports of Kyrgyzstan" has acquired three specialized de-icers from the Danish company "Vestergaard Company A/S," which is known for its ground handling equipment for aircraft. These machines are designed to treat aircraft to prevent icing before departure. Manasbek Samidinov, Chairman of the Board of JSC "Airports of Kyrgyzstan," noted that this company is actively engaged in the development and production of anti-icing equipment and other ground aviation
During the parliament session on January 21, Deputy of the Jogorku Kenesh Rahat Junushbaeva emphasized the need for the construction of kindergartens in the Issyk-Kul region. She noted that in the village of Ottyk in the Ton district, a kindergarten operates based on an old school and is open only three hours a day, which does not meet the needs of the children. According to the deputy, there is already a designated land plot for a new kindergarten in this village, and project documentation has
According to IQAir data, as of January 21, 2026, at 5:00 PM, the air pollution level in Bishkek is 200 AQI. This index indicates unhealthy conditions.
Citizens of Kyrgyzstan must replace their driver's licenses with new ones that meet modern international standards. Kaktus.media shares information on how to make the exchange and what to consider.
- During the event, President Sadyr Japarov met with representatives of the country's light industry on January 21. Participants from the sewing sector, representatives of marketplaces, logistics companies, as well as employees of state and private banks took part in the event. Additionally, leaders of relevant government organizations were present.
A serious accident occurred in Bishkek, as a result of which the driver was hospitalized in serious condition. According to information from the patrol police, the incident happened today, January 21, around 09:00. The driver, born in 2006, A.D.M., was driving a Toyota Carina and lost control of the vehicle while heading north on Vasilyevsky Tract.
In Bishkek, a 28-year-old driver was placed in a temporary detention facility after provoking a conflict with a passerby on Chokan Valikhanov Street and insulting him with foul language. This information was provided by the press service of the Sverdlovsk Department of Internal Affairs. According to reports, the incident occurred on January 20, 2026, when a local resident contacted law enforcement with a complaint about the aggressive behavior of the driver, who was acting extremely
This approach allows both sides to quickly obtain the necessary equipment; however, as Babенко notes, the process also works in the opposite direction: “We make requests for the production of specific parts, and within a week, samples are already being sent to Russia, after which serial production begins for them.” In the modern conflict between Russia and Ukraine, drones have become a crucial weapon, accounting for approximately 75% of recent losses. Both countries are actively developing
A resident of the village of Asylbash, located in the Sokuluk district of the Chui region, Mirbek Maniyasov, who works as an assistant to the head of the organizational and information department of the district state administration, shared his childhood memories, presenting two old photographs. Mirbek was born on May 9, 1977, in the village of Asylbash. In his recollections, he highlighted important moments from his childhood. "It was in 1991, when I turned 14," he recounts.
On January 24, the long-awaited premiere of the feature film "Tutkun," created by the renowned director and honored figure of Kyrgyzstan, Temir Birnazarov, will take place at the "Ala-Too" cinema. This information was published by the press service of the Ministry of Culture. The film was produced by the National Film Studio "Kyrgyzfilm," named after T. Okiev.
In the Mazhilis of Kazakhstan, a protocol was approved that amends the agreement of December 25, 2003, between the governments of Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan regarding border crossing points. This was reported by Tengrinews. According to Nurlan Sauranbaev, the Minister of Transport, the changes pertain to the operation of the "Kegen - Karkara" automobile crossing point, which will now operate around the clock. This innovation will increase capacity and create more comfortable conditions
In the Tyup district, on the night of January 19 to 20, law enforcement officers detained two men who were attempting to illegally fish. The incident occurred around 10:00 PM during a patrol. The poachers were identified using a thermal imager, which detected their movement near the shore. A response team was immediately dispatched, and the detainees did not have time to set up their nets.
Elzat Asanova, who became the winner of the republican contest "Best Teacher of the Year – 2025," received the keys to her new one-bedroom apartment in Bishkek, as promised by the state. This was reported by the Ministry of Education of the Kyrgyz Republic. Elzat, a mother of five children, shared her joy with her family, noting that her eldest daughter is in the 9th grade. She added that the apartment will become a permanent family home where her children will come to study.
It is important to note that the official NATO website states that exercises can last from one day to several weeks. Participation can range from a small number of officers for specific tasks to thousands of military personnel with support from aviation, ships, and artillery as part of full-scale combat scenarios. The funding for the exercises is provided by NATO member countries. On December 18, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, the Netherlands, Norway, Sweden, and the United Kingdom issued
- According to statistical data, in 2025, the production volume in the textile industry, including the production of clothing, footwear, leather, and other leather goods, amounted to 25.12 billion soms at current prices. This figure significantly exceeds the level of 2024, when the output was 20.22 billion soms, indicating a growth of 9.6% in physical terms. In December 2025, enterprises in this sector produced goods worth 2.49 billion soms, which is higher than the figure for December 2024,
Central Asia has become the place where the "One Belt, One Road" initiative was first proposed. The region also serves as a demonstration platform for high-quality joint construction within the framework of this initiative. According to statistical data, in 2025, the trade turnover between China and Central Asia reached 106.3 billion US dollars, which is 12% more compared to the previous year. This event is significant as it marks the first time the threshold of 100 billion dollars
On January 21, after long suffering, Omor Sooronov, a distinguished cultural figure of Kyrgyzstan and a renowned literary scholar, passed away at the age of 86, as reported by the press service of the Ministry of Culture. Omor Sooronov, a poet, writer, and literary critic, was a member of the Union of Writers of Kyrgyzstan. He boasted numerous awards, including the State Prize of the Kyrgyz Republic in the field of science and technology and the Order of "Manas" III degree, as well as
During the winter period, when the incidence of acute respiratory viral infections (ARVI) and influenza increases, it is especially important to take care of your immunity. This is reported by the Bishkek Center for Health Strengthening. The immune system is a natural barrier against viruses, bacteria, and other harmful substances.
- In 2025, Kyrgyzstan produced wine worth 409.8 million soms, as confirmed by official statistics. In comparison, in 2024, this figure was significantly higher, amounting to 447.8 million soms.
In the past year, the trade volume between China and Kyrgyzstan has set a new record, amounting to $27.2 billion. This was reported by the Ambassador of the People's Republic of China to the Kyrgyz Republic, Liu Jiangping, through the media. Liu Jiangping noted that the dynamics of trade and economic relations between the two countries continue to grow. Currently, Kyrgyzstan ranks second among China's trading partners in Central Asia, with the volume of bilateral trade accounting for
Global oil prices have begun to rise due to the weakening of the US dollar, as confirmed by trading data on the London ICE exchange. At the time of this report, the price of March futures for Brent crude oil increased by more than 0.5 percent, reaching $64.49 per barrel, with a maximum price of $64.52. During trading, the minimum price per barrel was recorded at $63.30. There is also an increase in prices for WTI crude oil contracts, which rose by more than 0.5 percent to $59.96 by March. The
Aynura Matraimova, residing in the village of Boston in the Kadamjai district of the Batken region, has found her calling in making handmade wedding baskets. A Turmush correspondent spoke with her. In 2022, Aynura decided to take up this craft after returning from Russia, where she had been working. She has always had a passion for handicrafts, but it was then that she realized she could earn a living at home and turned down work abroad. "Every year, interest in my wedding baskets
The internet as an industry is responsible for 3.7% of global carbon emissions, exceeding the emissions associated with air travel. This has led to the creation of a new tool that demonstrates how our online actions can negatively impact the environment. Experts from the University of Exeter, supported by Madeby.studio, have developed the Digital Impact for Species app. It can analyze any website and reveal its hidden ecological costs that go beyond traditional metrics such as CO2 emissions,
Bishkek January 22, Thursday The temperature at night will be -6...-8 °C, with expected cloudiness.
Screenshot Raids are ongoing at all construction sites in the city of Talas, allowing for the monitoring of compliance with regulations. The Ministry of Construction strongly recommends that all organizations and individuals involved in the construction sector strictly adhere to the established requirements and norms of the legislation of the Kyrgyz Republic. Particular attention is being paid to compliance with technical regulations and standards to ensure the safety of citizens.
