Nurdin Oruntaev, the Minister of Construction, held a working meeting with representatives of the Department of State Architectural and Construction Control and its territorial subdivisions. As reported by the department's press service, the meeting reviewed the results of inspections conducted on January 17 and 18.
Umbetaly Kydyraliev, a deputy of the Jogorku Kenesh, expressed the opinion on the necessity of updating the lifetime scholarships for athletes established by the decree of 2009. In his speech, he noted that the amount of 30,000 soms, which was significant 17 years ago, has now significantly depreciated due to inflation and fluctuations in currency exchange rates.
According to information from law enforcement agencies, the incident occurred on January 17 at around 07:05. The Lenin District Police Department received a report of a stabbing, and the victim, born in 1993, was taken to one of the capital's hospitals. Upon the arrival of the operational group at the medical facility, it was confirmed that the victim, A. K., had stab wounds on his left shoulder.
In Kyrgyzstan, snow is predicted in some areas. In Bishkek, the air temperature at night will be −13 degrees, while during the day it is expected to be −2 degrees.
The voting will take place after the annulment of the election results due to pressure on voters and bribery The Central Commission for Elections and Referendums has begun accepting applications from those wishing to participate in the repeat elections for deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh in single-member constituency No. 13. The voting date is scheduled for March 1, 2026.
The corresponding appointment was announced in the president's administration, which also indicated that the decision on the new head of the agency was made by Sadyr Japarov. Before this, the agency was headed by Azamat Yusupov, who was relieved of his duties on December 8, 2025. On the same day, Ruslan Musaev, who held the position of deputy chairman of the agency, was also dismissed.
Recent discussions about the replacement of indefinite driver's licenses in society have raised many questions. Citizens are wondering whether it is mandatory to change the "old licenses" and how long the exchange period will last. President Sadyr Japarov explained the reasons behind this topic in an interview with the "Kabar" publication, as well as discussed the fight against counterfeiting and issues on the digital platform "Tunduk". According to the
In Central Asia, the implementation of new methods for managing transboundary water resources between Uzbekistan and Kazakhstan is beginning, reports Podrobno.uz. At recent negotiations between the water management ministers of both countries in Turkestan, the readiness to create a transparent and automated system for distributing water resources was confirmed, which is of particular importance for the agricultural and energy sectors of the region.
The presidential administration announced that Talantbek Tashibekov has been appointed the new head of the National Agency for Religious Affairs and Interethnic Relations.
In the new issue of the "Zhubailar" column, we will meet a couple from the Sokuluk district of the Chuy region — 23-year-old Asylai Erkinbekova and 31-year-old Teyyub Yunus oglu Bilalov. Asylai was born in 2001 in the At-Bashinsky district of the Naryn region and currently resides in the village of Kyzyl-Tuu. She is a housewife.
According to the Ministry of Economy, there is an increase in consumer lending and a decrease in the level of overdue loans. As of June 30, 2025, the total volume of the banking loan portfolio in Kyrgyzstan reached 416 billion 900 million soms, with the most significant increase in the consumer lending segment, which grew by 37.9 percent.
The incident occurred on the street In Bishkek, an incident occurred in which a passerby was stabbed while trying to protect a woman from violence. This was reported by the Interior Ministry of the Lenin District.
For nearly three decades, the issue of driver's licenses has not been raised. Until recently, old passports and ID cards, including driver's licenses, were produced outside the country. Moreover, their protective features left much to be desired. Since last year, the production of all state documents has begun at the "Uchkyn" enterprise.
Protests initiated by youth last year affected many countries, and their outcomes were significant — some regimes were overthrown. The protesting Generation Z demanded political changes. In some cases, they used the skull and crossbones symbol, which became known through Japanese anime, where outcasts fight against corrupt regimes. While more developed regions of the world discuss the implications of an aging population for the economy and social systems, other countries, especially in Africa,
President of the United States Donald Trump has initiated the creation of an international World Council on Gaza, inviting leaders from several countries to participate. This new forum is intended to facilitate conflict resolution and promote peace in the region. One of the first to receive an invitation was the President of Uzbekistan, Shavkat Mirziyoyev. He responded to Trump's letter, confirming Tashkent's readiness to become a founding member of the World Council.
In accordance with the instruction of Mayor Jenishbek Toktorbaev, the dismantling of trade pavilions is taking place in the Alisher Navoi Park. This information was provided by the municipal authorities of the city of Osh. It is reported that during a morning inspection, the mayor emphasized the need for a complete reconstruction of the park to create comfortable conditions for the recreation and leisure of local residents.
The Ministry of Economy and Commerce of the Kyrgyz Republic has initiated a public discussion on a draft resolution to ban the export from the country of used catalysts, as well as slag, ash, and residues of precious metals contained in them. The main goal of this project is to protect the health of the population and the environment, as well as to reduce air pollution caused by vehicle emissions.
As part of its program, the media school "Eurasia" has announced the launch of a free online course "Personal Brand. How to Stand Out," which will be available to participants from various countries.
According to a conducted study, brief interaction with a trained chatbot turned out to be four times more effective in persuasion compared to traditional political advertising aired on television. Authors of the study: Steven Lee Myers and Teddy Rosenbluth
At 11:30 on January 20, the Pervomaisky District Court of Bishkek will hear the case of a man who previously filed a complaint with the police against his ex-wife for a slap. He now claims that he is experiencing "psychological pressure" and "disdain." This information was published by his lawyer, Nurbek Toktakunov, on January 18. The lawyer noted that this is the same man who initiated a fine of 10,000 soms against his ex-wife in the Sverdlovsk District Court. Moreover,
According to the appeals received at the Kaktus.media Call Center, many residents of Bishkek are dissatisfied that drivers ignore traffic rules and park on the sidewalks near the "Kyrgyztelecom" building (Chuy Avenue, 96).
Considering the adverse weather conditions and storm warning, the authorities of Kyrgyzstan are intensifying control over the functioning of energy networks. This was reported by the city administration of the capital, Bishkek. It has become known that a stock of emergency materials has been created for prompt response to possible emergency situations, and schemes for quick troubleshooting have been developed.
The rate has been reduced to 0.1 percent According to information from the State Tax Service, the single tax rate for individuals and companies conducting activities abroad is now 0.1 percent, down from the previous 1 percent.
- As of the end of 2025, from January to November, the import of cattle (bovine) from Russia to Kyrgyzstan increased by 41%. This information was obtained from the reports of the National Statistical Committee. According to statistics, during the specified period, the republic acquired 20,000 head of cattle for a total of 6 million dollars. This is significantly more than in the same period of 2024, when the import amounted to 14,200 head for a total of 4 million dollars.
- According to information published by the National Statistical Committee, from January to November 2025, Kyrgyzstan received 767 tons of frozen beef from India, amounting to $1.6 million. In the same period of 2024, the import volume was only 66 tons worth $139 thousand, making the current growth impressive. Frozen beef in Kyrgyzstan comes from various countries. Below is a table showing the volumes and values of imports.
During a meeting, Minister Oruntaev discussed the results of raid activities that took place on January 17 and 18, according to information from the Ministry of Construction of Kyrgyzstan. During the raid, a thorough inspection of the inspectors' work was conducted, resulting in the dismissal of two employees from the Department of State Architectural and Construction Control.
China has set a new record in electricity consumption: by the end of 2025, this figure exceeded 10 trillion kilowatt-hours, as reported on the website of the State Administration of Energy of the People's Republic of China. Illustrative photo
On January 19, Bishkek topped the global list of cities with the most polluted air, according to data from the World Air Quality project. The air quality index (AQI) in the capital reached a value of 396, indicating a "hazardous" level of pollution.
At the meeting of the relevant committee on January 19, Deputy of the Jogorku Kenesh Umbetaly Kydyraiev proposed the need to increase the amounts of state scholarships for athletes. He noted that the current maximum scholarship is 60,000 soms, which does not correspond to real conditions, considering the rise in prices and inflation. In his opinion, such amounts do not allow high-level athletes to remain competitive on the international stage. The deputy urged the State Agency for Sports to
In Kyrgyzstan, there is a serious crisis in the institution of the family, and according to Deputy Kamila Talieva (District No. 1), it is necessary to focus not on reforming the alimony system, but on strengthening family ties. She stated this on January 19 at a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh committee dedicated to the budget. Talieva emphasized that the number of protocols related to alimony reaches 60,000 — this is a real tragedy. “As for alimony, Dastan Dalabayevich [Deputy Dastan
The most in-demand vacancies are among skilled trades As of January 1, 2026, there are 5,547 registered job vacancies in Kyrgyzstan, according to the Ministry of Labor, Social Security, and Migration. Employers' main interest is focused on skilled trades.
Photo IAEA. Rising temperatures and changing precipitation patterns contribute to mosquito breeding. According to information published by the UN News Service, the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) together with the Austrian city of Graz presented the first results of an experiment aimed at sterilizing male mosquitoes. The methodology used could become the basis for a new strategy to combat pests. It involves mass breeding and sterilization of insects using radiation, providing a safe
Deputy of the Jogorku Kenesh Dastan Bekeshev called for the reform of the existing alimony system, proposing a new model of state support for children whose parents are divorcing. According to Bekeshev, the current mechanism for collecting alimony is ineffective and often does not provide children with the necessary financial resources for a normal existence.
According to information from the press service of the Ministry of Nature, experts from the Department of Environmental Monitoring conducted sampling of industrial emissions at a waste processing plant located at the municipal sanitary landfill in Bishkek. The main goal of this study is to assess the impact of this enterprise on the environmental situation.
The Kazakh startup Cybernet AI has announced the creation of the largest automatic speech recognition (ASR) model specifically adapted for Turkic languages, reports Astana Hub. The model is capable of accurately recognizing languages such as Kazakh, Uzbek, Kyrgyz, Turkish, Azerbaijani, and Tatar, as well as processing mixed speech that includes elements of both Turkic and Russian languages. This will improve the quality of voice services for government and commercial organizations.
During the meeting of the Budget Committee of the Jogorku Kenesh on January 19, Deputy Dastan Bekeshev expressed the need to simplify the alimony system in Kyrgyzstan, noting that the current model is ineffective and requires changes. He suggested that Deputy Attorney General Ümütkan Konkubayeva initiate an analysis of the work of judicial executors in the context of alimony payments to determine how many people actually fulfill their obligations and how many evade payments. In Bekeshev's
Photo: Ministry of Economy of the Kyrgyz Republic. Presentation of the pilot solar generation project in Bishkek A presentation of a new pilot project aimed at implementing a solar photovoltaic installation with a battery energy storage system (BESS) in the commercial sector took place in Bishkek. This project was implemented with the support of the Ministry of Economy and Commerce of the Kyrgyz Republic. According to the ministry, solar panels with a total capacity of about 50 kilowatts and a
On January 16, the Central Election Commission registered the authorized representatives of citizens who nominated their candidacies for the repeat elections of deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh for district No. 13. Among the registered representatives: • Ulanichbek Kaldarbekovich Cholponov: for election issues - T.T. Umarbekova, for finance - A.A. Borbieva; • Toktorali Kaldarovich Kalmatov: for election issues - T.A. Abdilkakimova, for finance - R.Zh. Omorova;
On January 19, an operational meeting was held in the conference hall of the Internal Affairs Department of the Osh region, where the results of operational and service activities for the year 2025 were summarized. According to the press service of the regional police, the event was chaired by the head of the Internal Affairs Department of the Osh region, Nurlanbek Burkanov. The meeting was also attended by the chairman of the Veterans Council, Kursanbek Kamchiev, as well as heads of district
In the city of Osh, court hearings took place regarding the land plots of 35 educational institutions that were previously transferred into private hands. As a result of the court rulings, several plots of land were returned to municipal ownership. This information was announced by Nursultan Akylbek uulu, the chief specialist of the legal department of the Osh city administration.
During this meeting, attention was drawn to the fact that the license of "Rikha" was revoked due to violations of standards, which has triggered a review of legislation in this area. Deputy Ulan Primov expressed concern about consumer trust in product labeling, noting that consumers often lack information about the composition of goods, which highlights the need for complete traceability from the moment of slaughter to sale in stores. In connection with the identified violations,
On January 19, the Committee of the Jogorku Kenesh on Finance, Budget, Entrepreneurship, and Competition Development approved amendments to the law concerning enforcement proceedings. Deputy Attorney General Umutkan Konkubaeva proposed the introduction of rules under which parents who evade alimony payments based on a court decision, with arrears exceeding three months, may face arrest for up to three days. This applies to alimony for the support of children, as well as for incapacitated adults
Recent footage from surveillance cameras, shown by the French television channel France 2, reveals details of the Louvre robbery, during which security staff observed the actions of the criminals but were unable to intervene. The video shows several guards in black suits noticing a robber who had entered the museum through a window and hastily leaving the hall. Soon, a second accomplice joined him, dressed in a motorcycle helmet and armed with an angle grinder. They headed towards specific
Photo IOM. An IOM staff member talks with a refugee family in South Sudan The International Organization for Migration (IOM) has presented its initiatives for crisis response in 2026, including 32 key projects aimed at providing assistance in various countries and regions. According to information from the UN News Service, these plans are aimed at supporting 22.7 million people, including migrants, refugees, internally displaced persons, and the communities hosting them. To implement these
A meeting was held in the Naryn region dedicated to organizing press tours, both winter and summer, aimed at developing the tourism sector and increasing the region's tourism potential. On January 19, in the city of Naryn, the governor of the region held a meeting with representatives of the business community involved in tourism. The main focus was on the possibility of conducting press tours for both local and foreign journalists and bloggers.
This aerial photograph, taken from a helicopter, shows Al Asad Airbase in the western part of the Anbar desert in Iraq on December 29, 2019 On January 18, the last group of American military advisors left the Ain al-Asad airbase in Anbar province, where they had been stationed for over 20 years. During this operation, the coalition led by Washington, which has been involved in the fight against the terrorist organization ISIS, transferred control of all military facilities, including the
On January 19, Bakyt Torobaev held a meeting with Farid Talyshly, who is the permanent representative of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) in Kyrgyzstan. The press service of the Cabinet of Ministers shared information about this event. The agenda included issues related to cooperation between Kyrgyzstan and the IMF.
The draft law was approved by the committee of the Jogorku Kenesh in the first reading. In Kyrgyzstan, the possibility of introducing administrative fines for non-compliance with the legislation in the halal product sector is being considered. This was reported at a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh committee on finance, budget, entrepreneurship, and competition development by Sultan Akhmatov, Deputy Minister of Economy and Commerce.
