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The State Committee for National Security will check pawnshops after uncovered schemes involving predatory loans.
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The State Committee for National Security will check pawnshops after uncovered schemes involving predatory loans.

At this meeting, the detained individual involved in the case was also present. Citizens recognized as victims recounted how their apartments, land plots, and commercial properties were taken from them as a result of this man's actions. According to the information from the State Committee for National Security (GKNB), this individual, who has a criminal record, has been issuing loans at clearly predatory interest rates for a long time, using debts for the illegal re-registration of

19.01.2026, 12:34
The average salary in Kyrgyzstan reached nearly 43,000 soms
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The average salary in Kyrgyzstan reached nearly 43,000 soms

The average nominal salary in Kyrgyzstan from January to November 2025 amounted to 42,954 soms, as stated by Baktybek Kudaybergenov, chairman of the National Statistical Committee. According to him, this figure is 19.1% higher than in the same period of 2024. The largest increases in salaries are observed in areas such as real estate transactions, construction, healthcare, as well as in the information and communication sectors, social services provision, and professional, scientific, and

19.01.2026, 12:31
In Karakol, compliance with the law on the state language was checked
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In Karakol, compliance with the law on the state language was checked

In Karakol, the city administration, together with the regional branch of the antimonopoly service, conducted a raid aimed at ensuring compliance with the legislation on the state language. Various public places were inspected, including shops, cafes, retail outlets, and pharmacies. As a result of the inspection, an assessment was made of the compliance of signs, outdoor advertising, price lists, and informational materials with the requirements of the law on the state language and the Law

19.01.2026, 12:29
Local news / Cultural news

The Department of Cinematography is ready to lease 10 cinemas under its management.

During the meeting of the committee of the Jogorku Kenesh dedicated to science, education, and culture, Deputy Minister of Culture Marat Tagaev reported that the Department of Cinematography is ready to lease 10 cinemas. These facilities are under the ministry's balance. According to Tagaev, there were a total of 37 cinemas previously, and since 2024, 20 of them have already been leased.

19.01.2026, 12:27
Local news / Cultural news

In 2025, the budget for national cinema tripled and amounted to 970 million soms.

In 2025, Kyrgyzstan significantly increased funding for its national cinematography, raising the budget to 970 million soms, which is three times more compared to the previous year. This information was announced at a meeting of the Committee on Science, Education, Innovative Development, Information Technologies, Culture, Sports, and Youth Affairs. For comparison, in 2024, the budget was only 345 million soms.

19.01.2026, 12:27
Local news

In the Kyrgyz Republic, they intend to make a feature film "Syngan Kylch" ("Broken Sword")

At a recent meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh Committee on Science, Education, and Culture, Deputy Minister of Culture, Information, Sports, and Youth Policy Marat Tagaev announced plans to produce a feature film titled "Sıngan Kılıç" ("Broken Sword"). This initiative arose in response to the call from deputies for the need to create major national films that reflect the cultural identity of the country. According to Tagaev, the issue of producing such films remains relevant,

19.01.2026, 12:25
The Minister identified serious violations: the construction company was fined 200 thousand.
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The Minister identified serious violations: the construction company was fined 200 thousand.

Nurdan Oruntaev, the Minister of Construction, Architecture, and Housing and Communal Services, conducted an inspection of construction sites in Bishkek together with representatives of the State Department of Architectural and Construction Control. During the visit, the minister instructed to carry out similar inspections throughout the country. As part of the raid, the construction of a four-story medical center on Tabaldieva Street, 29 was inspected. During the inspection, serious

19.01.2026, 12:21
The GDP of Kyrgyzstan for 2025 amounted to over 1.9 trillion soms.
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The GDP of Kyrgyzstan for 2025 amounted to over 1.9 trillion soms.

According to preliminary data, the gross domestic product of Kyrgyzstan for the period from January to December 2025 amounted to over 1.9 trillion soms, which is 11.1 percent more compared to the same period in 2024. This information was announced by the Chairman of the National Statistical Committee, Baktybek Kudaybergenov. The volume of industrial production during the same period amounted to 799.7 billion soms, which is 10.6 percent more than in January-December 2024. The increase was due

19.01.2026, 12:20
Replacement of Old Driver's Licenses: What Drivers in Kyrgyzstan Need to Know
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Replacement of Old Driver's Licenses: What Drivers in Kyrgyzstan Need to Know

The Kyrgyz Republic has launched a phased program for replacing indefinite driver's licenses of the old format. According to information from "Unaa," a transitional period has been established for the convenience of citizens, during which old licenses remain valid within the country. However, after this period, the licenses will become invalid and must be replaced with new ones.

19.01.2026, 12:18
Severe frosts and snowstorms are expected in Kazakhstan
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Severe frosts and snowstorms are expected in Kazakhstan

In addition to this, fog is also expected across the entire country, and in the southern and southeastern regions, there may be the formation of ice. The northern regions of Kazakhstan will be under the influence of a cold anticyclone on January 22, which will lead to a decrease in air temperature. At night, it may drop to -25 to -38 degrees, while during the day it will be -20 to -30 degrees. At the same time, in the western, southwestern, southern, and southeastern regions, the temperature

19.01.2026, 12:15
Sports

Player of the Kyrgyzstan national team (U-23) apologizes for failure at the Asian Cup in Saudi Arabia

The youth national team of Kyrgyzstan (U-23) in football, representing the country at the Asian Cup, faced disappointment, finishing last in Group A. The tournament is taking place in Saudi Arabia, where the Kyrgyz team was unable to secure a single victory, losing all three of their matches: to the Saudi Arabian team 0:1, to Vietnam 1:2, and to Jordan 0:1. “We did not meet expectations. We sincerely apologize to all our fans. We will definitely come back stronger. Alga, Kyrgyzstan!” wrote

19.01.2026, 12:15
Fines for Illegal Import of Goods Across the Border Doubled
Economy

Fines for Illegal Import of Goods Across the Border Doubled

Responsibility has been tightened for offenders attempting to transport goods without the necessary documents In Kyrgyzstan, the State Tax Service has announced an increase in fines for the illegal import of goods and vehicles across the borders of the Eurasian Economic Union countries.

19.01.2026, 12:13
Ministry of Labor: There are over 5,500 job vacancies in the labor market in Kyrgyzstan
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Ministry of Labor: There are over 5,500 job vacancies in the labor market in Kyrgyzstan

As of January 1, 2026, there are 5,547 job vacancies in the country, with the highest demand for skilled workers, according to the Ministry of Labor. Currently, the unemployment rate in the republic stands at 1.3%. There are 56,500 unemployed registered with employment services, of which 38,100 have official status. Employment services have helped 17,454 citizens find jobs (as of 2025).

19.01.2026, 12:12
Local news

Who Can Be Denied Housing by the GIK? Clarifications on the Most Important Questions

In early January, 1,080 families received keys to new apartments built at 91 Malikova Street, on the site of the old colony No. 47. It is expected that by the end of the year, about 2,700 more families will be able to obtain housing. People on the waiting list for housing from the State Investment Company (GIK) contacted the Kaktus.media Call Center with questions about the reasons they might be denied. The editorial team requested comments from the GIK press service. - What reasons can lead to

19.01.2026, 12:11
China's Population Decreased by 3.39 Million People in 2025
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China's Population Decreased by 3.39 Million People in 2025

Illustrative photo As of the end of 2025, China's population stood at 1.404 billion, which is 3.39 million fewer compared to the figures at the end of 2024, according to the report from the National Bureau of Statistics of China. In 2025, 7.92 million children were born in the country, significantly lower than the 9.54 million in 2024. The birth rate was 5.63 per thousand residents. At the same time, the number of deaths reached 11.31 million, while in 2024 there were 10.93 million

19.01.2026, 12:09
Incidents

In Chile, a city of 50,000 has nearly burned down due to wildfires

Massive wildfires continue to rage in Chile, causing not only the evacuation of residents but also human casualties. This is reported by international news agencies. Gabriel Boric, the President of Chile, has declared a state of emergency and called on the armed forces to assist in combating the fire and addressing its aftermath.

19.01.2026, 12:09
Trump invited Tokayev to the Council of the World
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Trump invited Tokayev to the Council of the World

Illustrative photo In response to this invitation, Tokayev sent a thank-you letter to Trump and confirmed his agreement to participate in the new organization, emphasizing Kazakhstan's readiness to contribute to establishing sustainable peace in the Middle East and strengthening international trust. Ruslan Zheldibay noted that it would be wrong not to report such an official appeal from the President of the United States, considering that Tokayev became one of the first world leaders to

19.01.2026, 12:08
The Ombudsman helped orphans from Naryn receive inheritance after their mother's death
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The Ombudsman helped orphans from Naryn receive inheritance after their mother's death

After the intervention of the Ombudsman Institute, the minors were able to formalize the land plot Two minor orphans living in Naryn were able to restore their rights to inheritance, thanks to the assistance of Ombudsman Jamilya Jamambaeva. After their mother's death, they were left without formalized inheritance, despite the fact that a land plot was registered in her name.

19.01.2026, 12:02
In Bishkek, a construction company was fined for building a medical center with violations
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In Bishkek, a construction company was fined for building a medical center with violations

A construction organization in Bishkek was fined 200,000 soms, as reported by the Ministry of Construction, Architecture, and Housing and Communal Services of the Kyrgyz Republic. On January 18, Minister of Construction Nurdana Oruntaev, in collaboration with inspectors from the State Architectural and Construction Control Department, conducted inspections at several construction sites in the capital, after which he instructed to carry out raids at all construction sites across the country.

19.01.2026, 12:02
Local news

Kyrgyzstan ranks in the top 5 countries for domestic film production per capita

At a meeting of the Committee of the Jogorku Kenesh on Science, Education, and Culture, it was announced that Kyrgyzstan is among the top five countries with a high level of domestic film production per capita. This information comes from a global ranking. Deputy Minister of Culture, Information, Sports, and Youth Policy Marat Tagaev reported that the republic produces between 80 to 100 films annually, created by both state institutions and private studios.

19.01.2026, 12:02
The campaign for the free replacement of indefinite driver's licenses in Kyrgyzstan has been extended indefinitely.
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The campaign for the free replacement of indefinite driver's licenses in Kyrgyzstan has been extended indefinitely.

The Deputy Head of the GCRTS, Tolubai Jakishev, stated in an interview with "OshTV" that the initiative for the free replacement of indefinite driver's licenses in Kyrgyzstan will last indefinitely. Jakishev explained that the document exchange was initially limited to the period from January 15 to February 15, but this restriction has been lifted. As reported by economist.kg, "yesterday the deadline was removed. I urge drivers not to rush: the forms for replacing licenses

19.01.2026, 12:01
Local news

China's population decreased by more than 3.3 million people in 2025

In 2025, China's population continued to decline. According to information provided by the National Bureau of Statistics of China, 7.92 million newborns were registered in the country over the year, while the number of deaths amounted to 11.31 million. As a result, the natural decrease in population was 3.39 million people. By the end of the year, the total number of residents in the republic reached approximately 1.4 billion. Of these, about 716 million are men, and 688 million are women.

19.01.2026, 12:01
Deputies can openly express their opinions on any issue – Speaker of the Parliament
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Deputies can openly express their opinions on any issue – Speaker of the Parliament

At today's meeting of the Coordination Council of the Parliament, the Speaker of the Jogorku Kenesh, Nurlanbek Turgunbek uulu, stated that deputies are free to express their opinions on any issues related to their activities. As noted in the press release of the Jogorku Kenesh of the Kyrgyz Republic, the meeting took place on January 19 and brought together the Speaker, his deputies, as well as the leaders of deputy groups and committees, along with the administrative leadership.

19.01.2026, 12:01
Local news

14-year-old chess player from Kyrgyzstan debuted in the strongest league in the world in Germany

Bayastan Sydykov, who is only 14 years old, has become a pioneer among Kyrgyzstani chess players by participating in the German Chess Bundesliga. This information was confirmed by the legal entity association "Kyrgyz Chess Union," as reported by Kaktus.media. The chess player represents the club SC Viernheim, which is one of the league leaders and boasts a star-studded lineup. In the team with Bayastan are well-known chess players such as Nodirbek Abdusattorov, Jan-Krzysztof Duda,

19.01.2026, 11:59
An Eruption Occurred from a Black Hole After 100 Million Years
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An Eruption Occurred from a Black Hole After 100 Million Years

After a long period of dormancy lasting nearly 100 million years, a supermassive black hole located in distant galaxies has become active. This is reported by Popular Science magazine, citing data provided by Lenta.ru. The astronomical team led by Shobha Kumari from Midnapore City College in India concluded that such black holes rarely emit magnetized plasma that can be detected in the radio range.

19.01.2026, 11:58
Local news

Deputy: What will happen to citizens' pension contributions if they were issued a PIN with errors?

At the meeting of the Committee of the Jogorku Kenesh on Science, Education, and Cultural Issues, held on January 19, Deputy Gulsharkan Kultaeva raised an important question about the fate of citizens' pension contributions if their PIN was issued with errors. She noted that if an error in the PIN was discovered and the number was changed, could this affect the "life history" of the citizen. "What will happen to the social contributions if the old PIN is blocked?" she

19.01.2026, 11:55
Local news / Cultural news

In Kyrgyzstan, they plan to make a film based on the historical novel "Syngan Kylch"

The filming of the movie based on the historical novel "Сынган Кылыч" ("Broken Sword") by Tologon Kasymbekov is scheduled for late 2026 or early 2027. This was announced by Marat Tagaev, Deputy Minister of Culture, during a meeting of the committee of the Jogorku Kenesh held on January 19. According to Tagaev, the Ministry of Culture aims to create historical films that play an important role in shaping the ideology of society. The last significant project in this area,

19.01.2026, 11:53
Balıkchy received 10 units of special equipment worth 60 million soms
Local news / Exclusive

Balıkchy received 10 units of special equipment worth 60 million soms

The Development Fund of the Issyk-Kul Region reported the transfer of 10 units of new specialized equipment to Balikchy. The total cost of this equipment amounted to 60 million soms. As part of the renewal of the vehicle fleet of municipal enterprises, various types of equipment arrived in the city, including a motor grader, two large excavators, a mini-excavator, a concrete mixer, a manipulator, a truck crane, two loaders, and a tractor (trailer).

19.01.2026, 11:51
Local news / Exclusive

In Myrza-Ake, new electric poles are being replaced and installed.

In the Uzgen district, in the rural area of Myrza-Ake, electric poles are actively being installed in the recently created settlements. According to Ruslan Talantbek uulu, the head of the Myrza-Ake rural administration, local authorities, responding to residents' requests, allocated funds from the budget for the purchase of 70 electric poles. 1 million 71 thousand soms were spent on these purposes, and the installation work has already begun.

19.01.2026, 11:49
State Insurance may be designated as the national operator for reinsurance
Economy / Exclusive

State Insurance may be designated as the national operator for reinsurance

The Ministry of Economy and Commerce has presented for public discussion a draft resolution that proposes the designation of the open joint-stock company "State Insurance Organization" (GSO) as the national operator for reinsurance. The main goal of this project is to create national reinsurance capacity and strengthen the financial stability of the insurance sector, which will also help protect the property interests of policyholders and beneficiaries. This document is part of the

19.01.2026, 11:48
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In the Osh Region, illegally stored weapons seized during raids

In the Aravan and Alay districts, instances of illegal storage of weapons have been identified, as reported by the press service of the Internal Affairs Department of the Osh region. According to information from the department, raids were conducted as part of measures to ensure public safety and prevent illegal actions involving firearms, as well as to combat domestic violence.

19.01.2026, 11:48
Local news

In Kyrgyzstan, requirements for the production of domestic films will be increased

Today, at a meeting of the committee of the Jogorku Kenesh on science, education, and culture, it was announced that the requirements for the production of local films in Kyrgyzstan are being raised. The Deputy Minister of Culture, Information, Sports, and Youth Policy, Marat Tagaev, emphasized that the domestic film industry continues to develop. However, according to him, each studio currently determines independently which films to produce, and scripts are approved solely by the artistic

19.01.2026, 11:47
Local news / Exclusive

There is no threat of flooding from the "Ala-Archa" channel in Bishkek.

In Bishkek, the water level in the "Ala-Archa" canal remains within normal limits, and at the moment there is no threat of overflow. This was reported by the October District Administration. According to a representative of the agency, relevant services, including MTU No. 402 of the October District Municipal Administration, as well as specialists from water management and emergency services, are conducting regular monitoring of the situation and carrying out preventive measures.

19.01.2026, 11:42
Bill Gates talked about the future of AI and humans
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Bill Gates talked about the future of AI and humans

Bill Gates, the founder of Microsoft, presented his manifesto outlining how technology can change the world over the next decade. He highlighted three key issues that humanity faces today. The first aspect Gates raises is the generosity of highly developed countries. He provided alarming statistics: in 2025, the number of child fatalities will increase for the first time in a hundred years—from 4.6 to 4.8 million. This is linked to a reduction in international aid. If healthcare funding drops

19.01.2026, 11:40
The State Committee for National Security of Tajikistan reported the elimination of four militants at the border with Afghanistan
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The State Committee for National Security of Tajikistan reported the elimination of four militants at the border with Afghanistan

Illustrative photo The incident occurred on January 18 at 00:30 at the 7th border post "Khirmandzho," located in the Shamsiddin Shohin area. The militants, who crossed over from the village of Darbandak in Afghanistan's Badakhshan province, did not comply with the border guards' demands to surrender and began armed resistance. As a result of the confrontation, all four were eliminated, according to a press release from the border troops of the State Committee for National

19.01.2026, 11:36
Digitalization in the Veterinary Industry: the "Sanarip VET" System
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Digitalization in the Veterinary Industry: the "Sanarip VET" System

In the Kyrgyz Republic, the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry is implementing a week-long information campaign dedicated to automated information systems. According to the ministry, there are 35 different information systems operating in the country, of which 22 have already been fully activated, and 10 are in the process of development. As part of this campaign, the automated system "Sanarip VET" has been presented, which is used by the Veterinary

19.01.2026, 11:35
Local news

"Man Changed Gender". The GKU "Kyzmat" Explained Why It Is Necessary to Amend the Law on Assigning a PIN

The Committee of the Jogorku Kenesh on Science, Education, and Information Technologies reviewed a bill on January 19 that amends the law on the assignment and change of PIN. The current legislation lists the grounds for changing the PIN, including: change of date of birth, according to civil status legislation; the presence of identical PINs among several citizens; errors in indicating gender and date of birth; application of legislation on the protection of the rights of participants in

19.01.2026, 11:32
Local news / Cultural news

In Batken, the performance event of Bala Barpy "Yntymak" will take place

On January 26, a concert titled "Yntymak" will be held at the Batken Regional Drama Theater named after Apaz Zhainakov, featuring the renowned akyn Bala Barpy. This information was announced by the press service of the Ministry of Culture. The aim of the event is to promote the creative work of akyn Barpy Alykulov. The project was created and directed by Kurmanbek Niyazbekov.

19.01.2026, 11:31