In Bishkek, law enforcement officers detained three suspects in a series of robberies that involved the use of physical force. This was reported by the press service of the Internal Affairs Department of the Pervomaisky District.
Deputy Gulai Mashrapova (District 8) has requested to check the "Asphalt-Beton Group" plant for compliance with environmental standards in the Kara-Suu district. During the parliament session, she noted that local residents are expressing dissatisfaction with the smoke coming from the plant. The plant suspended its operations on December 20 due to unfavorable weather conditions and plans to resume activities with the arrival of warm weather. The deputy insists on an inspection to
The Canadian mining company Silvercorp Metals Inc. announced the signing of a deal with Chaarat Gold Holdings Limited, as well as cooperation with the National Investment Agency of Kyrgyzstan. Under the terms of the agreements, Silvercorp is acquiring 70% of the shares of Chaarat ZAAV, which holds a mining license for an area of about 7 square kilometers. This includes fully permitted projects "Tulkubash" and "Kyzylbash," as well as exploration licenses covering an area of
The employees of the GKNB, together with representatives of the First May District Police Department of Bishkek, detained four citizens: A.A.A., B.B.S., E.A.E., and O.E.K. They are suspected of organizing and facilitating prostitution via the internet. According to law enforcement agencies, the detainees were part of a criminal group that created a network of web cam studios both in Bishkek and in Kazakhstan. To disguise their illegal activities, group members rented apartments in various
- From January 1, 2026, as part of temporary legal regulation, the acceptance of applications for the accreditation of conformity assessment bodies (CABs) in the field of vehicle technical inspections, as well as for the issuance of certificates of vehicle design safety, will be suspended. This information was published by the Kyrgyz Accreditation Center. This decision was a result of the implementation of the decree of the President of the Kyrgyz Republic, which was adopted on December 31,
In Bishkek, the fight against traffic congestion continues, which remains one of the most pressing issues for the capital. In a podcast by the "Kabar" agency, Mayor Aibek Junushaliev shared his views on methods to address this problem. According to the latest count, there are over 460,000 vehicles in Bishkek, and the existing infrastructure cannot handle such a flow. The mayor emphasized that work to eliminate this problem began back in 2024, but a comprehensive approach is necessary
Kubanychbek Almamotov, a 63-year-old resident of the village of Zhashasyn in the Kyz-Köl Suzak district of the Jalal-Abad region, is an avid hunter who has been engaged in this hobby for over two decades. His passion for hunting has made him well-known in the area, where he is respected for his endurance and attentiveness. Locals note that Almamotov often outpaces hunters who are significantly younger than him and willingly shares his knowledge with newcomers.
At the parliamentary meeting on January 21, Deputy Suyunbek Omurzakov (District No. 10) emphasized that state laboratories lack the necessary reagents, which requires additional funding for the Ministry of Health. He noted that the number of citizens with various diseases is increasing, but due to the lack of reagents, doctors are forced to refer patients to private laboratories. "People spend no less than 5,000 soms on tests in private institutions, which is a significant amount
Ilham Aliyev The President of Azerbaijan emphasized that the continuation of the conflict would only lead to endless suffering and new casualties. "Someone had to stop the war, and we made the decision to do so," Aliyev noted. According to him, the cessation of military confrontation was the result of a joint decision reached on August 8, 2025, in Washington during a meeting with Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan and U.S. President Donald Trump. The President added that the
On January 21, the press service of the Internal Affairs Department of the Pervomaisky District reported the detention of suspects in a series of robberies in Bishkek. The incident occurred on January 12, when one of the city residents contacted the police. The man reported that around two o'clock in the morning on Gorky Street, he was attacked by unfamiliar young men who took his iPhone 13 ProMax.
In the Chuy region, 3 fires occurred within 24 hours, according to the press service of the Ministry of Emergency Situations. According to the information, in the Issyk-Ata district, in the village of Zher-Kazar on Aydarbekov Street, a residential house with a total area of 100 square meters was completely burned down. In the same district, in the city of Kant, on Lenin Street, a fire occurred in a store that was set up from a metal container, resulting in the burning of the interior cladding
In Kyrgyzstan, the digital transformation of the fishing industry has begun. The Department of the Fishery Complex under the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry is implementing new information platforms aimed at simplifying operations for entrepreneurs and increasing market transparency. One of the main innovations is the "Information System for the Traceability of Fish and Fish Products." This system will allow tracking the entire journey of the product
The head of the association of oil traders in Kyrgyzstan, Kanatbek Eshatov, commented on the decrease in retail prices for gasoline and diesel fuel in an interview with IA "Kabar." He noted that this decrease is related to the sale of fuel stocks accumulated last year, while prices for new supplies are still being formed. Eshatov also mentioned that the volumes of fuel required for Kyrgyzstan will be provided by Russia on preferential terms. “The indicative balance of duty-free
Professor Igor Pershukov discussed current approaches to the treatment of carotid artery stenosis, including the choice between stenting, endarterectomy, and medical therapy. There are clear criteria for decision-making. Igor Vladimirovich Pershukov is a professor, Doctor of Medical Sciences, and PhD, heading the Department of Hospital Therapy with a course in Radiological Diagnostics and Oncology at Jalal-Abad State University.
At a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, deputy Suyun Omurzakov reported that the cost of tests in private clinics ranges from 500 to 5,000 soms. He emphasized that with the increase in salaries and pensions, citizens are beginning to spend significant amounts on medical services and tests.
In the capital of Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek, a police officer and his accomplice were detained for extorting money from a citizen in the context of a criminal case regarding "rape." This information was announced by the press service of the State Committee for National Security of the Kyrgyz Republic (GKNB KR).
On January 19, a meeting took place in the capital of Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek, attended by the Minister of Emergency Situations B. Azhikeeva, the First Deputy Minister of Finance R. Suynaliev, and representatives of the Chinese company Sino Pharmaceutical Equipment Development Co., Ltd, also known as Sinoped International Co., Ltd. According to the Ministry of Finance, as a result of the negotiations, a memorandum was signed, aimed at developing the modern medical and laboratory potential of
In Kyrgyzstan, a campaign has begun for the import of mineral fertilizers necessary to support agriculture in 2026. According to information from the press service of the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry, farmers in the republic need 182.8 thousand tons of fertilizers this season.
Daniyar Mambetalievich Kaskeev now heads the Kyrgyz Scientific Research Institute of Resortology and Rehabilitation, which operates under the auspices of the Ministry of Health of the Kyrgyz Republic. The signing of the order appointing Kaskeev to this position was made possible by the decision of the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers, Adylbek Kasymaliev.
In the city of Osh, the opening of a new building for 100 children took place, which became an addition to the kindergarten "Asan-Üsön," as reported by the press service of the capital construction department of the mayor's office. According to the press service, due to the fact that the previous building of the kindergarten was in unsatisfactory conditions, it was decided to construct a modern facility. At the same time as the construction of the new building, the old one was
In 2026, it is planned to plant 50 thousand seedlings in Bishkek. This was announced by the mayor of the capital, Aibek Junushaliev, in a podcast of the agency "Kabar". He noted that contracts have already been signed, and the first deliveries will begin arriving in the city in February. "Before planting new seedlings in the urban area, we will place them in a nursery. This will allow us to assess how they adapt and take root. We had a sad experience in 2025 when 1,500 trees
According to the results of 2025, the economy of Kyrgyzstan showed impressive growth. What factors contributed to this, according to government reports? Maintaining High Growth RatesPreliminary data shows that the gross domestic product (GDP) of Kyrgyzstan in 2025 amounted to over 1.9 trillion soms, increasing by 11.1% compared to the period of January-December 2024.
Suspects in the crime have been detained The incident occurred in Tokmak, where a 17-year-old girl was kidnapped and attempted to be strangled. This was reported by the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Chui region. According to available information, on the evening of January 17, the victim's mother contacted the police, stating that her daughter I.T., born in 2008, was forcibly pulled into a car near the "Atake" store. A man and a woman were involved in this process, who
On January 20, around 15:30, a traffic accident occurred in Bishkek. According to information provided by Kaktus.media, two Daewoo Matiz cars collided with a Toyota Land Cruiser, which had red diplomatic plates.
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In Kyrgyzstan, Ombudsman Jamiliya Dzhamanbaeva intervened in the situation regarding the rights of a girl from an orphanage, which led to a decision to grant her social assistance in the amount of 518,000 soms, as reported by the press service of the akiykatchi. Monitoring of children's institutions in the Chui region, conducted by staff of the Ombudsman Institute in 2025, revealed serious violations that need to be addressed.
A deputy demands a review of funding In the Kara-Suu district of the Osh region, Deputy of the Jogorku Kenesh Gulai Mashrapova drew attention to the problem of funding for a kindergarten for children with hearing impairments. The kindergarten is located in the rural area of Ala-Tuu and accommodates about 60 children, who not only receive education but also live on its premises. According to Mashrapova, under a government resolution adopted in 2008, only 28 soms are allocated per day for the
The day before, a video appeared on social media showing a man committing an act that violates public order in the center of Bishkek at Ala-Too Square. This incident sparked a heated discussion among the city's residents, as it occurred in one of the most famous and crowded places in the capital. According to local authorities, the video recording has already been forwarded to law enforcement agencies for the identification of the offender and further investigation. The Department of
Flight delays at Manas International Airport are caused by adverse weather conditions, reports the press service of OJSC "Airports of Kyrgyzstan". In particular, three morning flights to Antalya, Kazan, and Sharm El Sheikh could not depart as scheduled.
According to information published by the National Statistical Committee of the Kyrgyz Republic, as of December 2025, the country's gross domestic product amounted to 1 trillion 976.4 billion soms. This figure reflects an increase of 11.1% compared to the previous year, indicating the stability of the state's economic policy. The service sector continues to play a leading role in this process, accounting for more than half of the economy — 51.2%. At the same time, the share of
The State Committee for National Security (GKNB) of Kyrgyzstan reported the detention of four citizens of the country: "A.A.A.", "B.B.S.", "E.A.E." and "O.E.K.". They are suspected of organizing and facilitating prostitution via the internet, particularly through webcam studios. This criminal group operated a network of webcam studios both in Bishkek and in Kazakhstan. According to the investigation, members of this organized group rented apartments in
During the reform of the administrative-territorial structure, some rural districts were merged, but the number of employees in the rural administration remained at the same level. This was reported by deputy Azizbek Tursunbaev at a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh. According to him, the rural district of the Ala-Buka region has a population of over 53,000 people, while only 14 employees work in the rural administration.
A girl orphaned with a disability in the Chuy region will receive social assistance in the amount of 518,000 soms thanks to the intervention of the Ombudsman. This was reported by the Ombudsman Institute of the Kyrgyz Republic. In 2025, employees of this institute conducted an inspection of the living conditions of children in orphanages in the region, revealing a number of violations and providing recommendations for their elimination.
At the meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh on January 21, Deputy Elvira Surabaldiyeva spoke about the situation concerning nine families living in house No. 82 on Professor Zima Street. She noted that these citizens have been working for a long time at the municipal enterprise "Tazalyk." In 2020, they received a non-residential premises by a joint decision of the head of "Zelenhoz." After they carried out renovations and in light of the court's decision to convert the
On January 21, during a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, Deputy Dastan Bekeshev reported that universities have begun to sharply increase the cost of contracts. He noted that although the business on "nb" and passes has been canceled, universities are still raising the amounts that students must pay to study.
The water supply systems in the Pervomaisky district will become part of a new plan for the development of communal infrastructure, which the Bishkek city administration has presented for public discussion. This project covers the period from 2026 to 2030 and includes significant investments in the creation of water supply, sewage, and irrigation systems for the annexed territories. In connection with the expansion of the city boundaries to 41 thousand hectares and the implementation of
The incident occurred near the city of Gelida when a train collided with a collapsed retaining wall that fell onto the tracks after heavy rain, as reported by El Mundo. This is not the only incident in the Catalonia region: about 130 passengers of a high-speed train were trapped in a tunnel due to a malfunction in the contact network. Additionally, 30 passengers of a second train passing near Fornells de la Selva were evacuated due to a fallen tree on the tracks.
At the meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh on January 21, deputy Dastan Bekeshev stated the need to postpone the licensing deadlines for taxi drivers by six months. He noted that government institutions would not be able to prepare all the necessary permits by February 1. Bekeshev also emphasized the importance of reviewing the requirements for candidates, such as the possession of a military ID, a medical certificate, and a certificate of no criminal record. According to him, the Ministry of
In the territories of Kara-Suu, Aravan, and Nookat districts, as well as in the city of Osh, six individuals were fined a total of 75,000 soms for illegal hunting. These violations were discovered during a joint operational raid conducted by the staff of the southern branch of NABU Kyrgyzstan, inspectors from the Osh regional office of the environmental and technical supervision service, as well as representatives from the department of specially protected natural areas and biodiversity.
Construction of mini-football fields has begun in the Botanical Garden on a plot with rocky soil. This was reported on January 21 during a broadcast on "Birinchi Radio" by Nurbek Albanov, the deputy director of the garden. According to him, the Botanical Garden, located on Akhunbaev Street, covers an area of 127 hectares, and the mini-football fields will be situated near the entrance from this street.
From January 23 to 25, the national judo championship for men and women will take place in Osh. This event is organized by the State Agency for Physical Culture and Sports of the Kyrgyz Republic. The women's competitions will include weight categories: up to 48, 52, 57, 63, 70, 78 kg and over 78 kg. Meanwhile, men will compete in categories up to 60, 66, 73, 81, 90, 100 kg and over 100 kg.
Jens-Frederik Nielsen Greenland's Prime Minister Jens-Frederik Nielsen has urged the population and local authorities to be prepared for a potential threat related to possible military intervention by the United States under President Donald Trump. While he believes that the use of military force is unlikely, Nielsen emphasized that it should not be ruled out, referring to statements from the American side. At a press conference in Nuuk, the Prime Minister noted that Greenland must be
As part of Turk Week, the Days of Turkic Cinema were held, along with a photo exhibition titled "The Turkic World on the Silk Road," and a round table discussion on the topic "From the Silk Road to the Middle Corridor: Promoting Connectivity through Transport Development and Simplification of Trade Procedures." Additionally, a gala concert and other cultural and business events took place, showcasing the multifaceted work of the Organization of Turkic States.
He emphasized that a day consists of 24 hours Deputy Nurbek Sydygaliev proposed to extend the first part of the parliamentary session by one hour and to move lunch to the same time. It is worth noting that deputies are provided with two hours for lunch. “Today we are discussing important issues for citizens. I believe we should extend the working time until one o'clock, as not all deputies have time to express their opinions,” argued Sydygaliev. The Speaker Nurlanbek Turgunbek uulu made a
In the Enver Gariyev Botanical Garden, the construction of a mini-football field is planned. This decision concerns an area that has long been considered unsuitable for botanical research, as reported by Deputy Director Nurlan Albanov in a broadcast on "Birinchi Radio." Albanov noted that this decision was agreed upon with the president and the leadership of the National Academy of Sciences. He also emphasized that there will be no large-scale construction work on the territory of the
The ‘Manas’ airport has implemented a modern navigation system that allows aircraft to land even in dense fog conditions. According to a statement from the press service of OJSC "Airports of Kyrgyzstan," this system is currently operating in test mode.
Today, January 21, the youth hockey team of Kyrgyzstan will play a match as part of the World Championship (U-20). The competitions among teams in the third division (Group B) are taking place in Bishkek at the "Nomad Arena."
The suspects used rental apartments for their activities According to the press center of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB), employees of the State Committee for National Security of the Kyrgyz Republic, together with the Internal Affairs Department of the First May District of Bishkek, detained individuals suspected of organizing and facilitating prostitution via the internet, specifically web cam studios. The investigation established that among those detained are citizens of
