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In Kyrgyzstan, non-payers of alimony will start to be imprisoned

In Kyrgyzstan, measures are being introduced for the criminal prosecution of parents who evade paying alimony for their minor children. This information was announced by Deputy Attorney General Umutkan Konkubaeva during a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh committee dedicated to finance, budget, entrepreneurship, and competition. At the meeting, amendments to several legislative acts concerning enforcement proceedings were presented. The draft law includes not only the rights and obligations of

19.01.2026, 17:31
Events / Sports

Kyrgyzstan intends to promote belt wrestling in the Olympic direction through international and Asian platforms.

On the international stage, Kyrgyzstan continues its efforts to promote alysh-kurash (belt wrestling), said Kazybek Moldazhiyev, director of the State Agency for Physical Culture and Sports, during a meeting of the relevant committee of the Jogorku Kenesh. Moldazhiyev noted that the agency is actively collaborating with the federation and aims to elevate this type of wrestling to the level of Olympic competitions.

19.01.2026, 17:30
Sports

The deputy proposed to revive the legend of athletics Jumanaazarov's base in the Tong district.

In Kyrgyzstan, the development of sports infrastructure is actively being discussed, including for training camps at Issyk-Kul. This became known on January 19 during a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh committee, where the director of the State Agency for Physical Culture and Sports, Kazybek Moldazhiyev, presented relevant information. Deputy Bolot Sagynaev raised the issue of the sports base in the Ton district, which is associated with the outstanding athlete Satymkul Jumanaazarov. He noted that

19.01.2026, 17:29
Events / Sports

The deputy asked whether there were unspent budget funds of the State Sports Agency for the year 2025.

On January 19, during a meeting of the Committee of the Jogorku Kenesh on science, education, innovations, information technologies, culture, sports, and youth affairs, deputy Umbetaly Kydyraliev raised a question about the availability of unspent funds in the State Agency for Physical Culture and Sports based on the results of 2025. As noted by the deputy, in 2025, the State Agency was allocated 2 billion 446 million soms from the republican budget. Of this amount, 1 billion 62 million soms

19.01.2026, 17:22
Local news

Seniors May Get a Discount on Fishing License Fees

At a meeting of the committee of the Jogorku Kenesh on finance, budget, entrepreneurship, and competition development, deputy Dastan Bekeshev raised the issue of high prices for fishing permits that Kyrgyz citizens are facing. According to him, the cost of obtaining a permit to catch three kilograms of fish exceeds 600 soms.

19.01.2026, 17:18
Trump stated that he is no longer obligated to think about the world and can act solely in the interests of the USA.
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Trump stated that he is no longer obligated to think about the world and can act solely in the interests of the USA.

In the letter, Trump emphasizes that the decision not to award him the Nobel Prize frees him from obligations to the world, although he will continue to think about global issues. However, his priority remains what is beneficial for America. “Denmark is not capable of protecting Greenland from Russia or China, and they have no legitimate rights to this territory at all,” Trump notes, pointing to historical facts. He also adds that he has made a significant contribution to NATO and now expects

19.01.2026, 17:11
Local news

In the Sverdlovsk District, 154 materials for land amnesty were approved

The Department of Individual Housing Construction and Urban Planning, in collaboration with district administrations and other interested parties, continues its work on projects that fall under the land amnesty. According to the press service of the Bishkek City Hall, the commission of the Sverdlovsk district has already reviewed 154 materials. Of these, 122 were forwarded to the Main Department of Urban Planning and Architecture for the preparation of necessary conclusions, while 85 materials

19.01.2026, 17:11
Illegal Constructions Identified in the Construction Zone of Bishkek's Bypass Road
Local news

Illegal Constructions Identified in the Construction Zone of Bishkek's Bypass Road

Photo from the press service of the Oktobersky district administration During the preparation for the construction of the bypass road in northern Bishkek, houses built without the necessary permits were identified. This was reported by the administration of the Oktobersky district. The head of the administration, Zhanibek Orozaliev, held a meeting with residents of the "Anar-Bak," "Kyrman," and "Salkyn-Tor" areas, where issues related to the commencement of road

19.01.2026, 17:11
Over 8,000 traffic accidents registered in Kyrgyzstan in 2025
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Over 8,000 traffic accidents registered in Kyrgyzstan in 2025

During 2025, more than 8 thousand road accidents were registered in Kyrgyzstan. The main factors contributing to these incidents were speeding, improper maneuvers, driving into oncoming traffic, driving under the influence of alcohol, failure to comply with traffic rules at intersections, as well as disregard for traffic signs and maintaining the necessary distance. This statistical data was presented at today’s meeting dedicated to the results of the work of the Main Department for Ensuring

19.01.2026, 17:08
There are no deceased or injured Kyrgyz citizens in the train accident in Spain - Ministry of Foreign Affairs
Incidents

There are no deceased or injured Kyrgyz citizens in the train accident in Spain - Ministry of Foreign Affairs

Photo from the internet. Passenger train crash in Spain According to preliminary data, there were no citizens of Kyrgyzstan affected by the railway accident in Spain. This was reported by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic, citing information from local authorities. The ministry also added that the Kyrgyz embassy had not received any requests for assistance from compatriots.

19.01.2026, 17:07
In 2026, Bishkek plans to install 42,000 smart meters
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In 2026, Bishkek plans to install 42,000 smart meters

The Bishkek electric network enterprise, a subsidiary of JSC "NESC", is actively working on the implementation of an automated commercial electricity accounting system (ACES). It is reported that the main task of this system is to optimize the distribution of electricity, improve control, and ensure accurate, transparent consumption accounting. Since the beginning of 2025, 28,000 smart meters have already been installed in the capital, distributed across the districts as follows:

19.01.2026, 17:06
The Ministry of Culture promised to reconsider its approach to inviting guests to film festivals
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The Ministry of Culture promised to reconsider its approach to inviting guests to film festivals

During a meeting of the relevant committee of the Jogorku Kenesh, Deputy Gulsharkan Kultaeva expressed dissatisfaction with the participation of popular bloggers in state cultural events. She emphasized that the Ministry of Culture should pay more attention to professional ethics. “The film industry requires high standards. We cannot invite only those bloggers who are popular on social media, solely due to financial support from sponsors. We need to put an end to such practices,” she stated.

19.01.2026, 17:03
Events / Sports

In Bishkek, plans are underway to renovate the Sports Palace — the city hall has been tasked with finding funding.

At the meeting of the Committee on Science, Education, Innovative Development, Information Technologies, Culture, Sports, and Youth Affairs held on January 19, Deputy of the Jogorku Kenesh Bolot Sagynayev drew attention to the condition of the Sports Palace in Bishkek. Addressing Kazybek Moldazhiyev, the director of the State Agency for Physical Culture and Sports, he noted that many sports facilities are undergoing repairs, and events have already been scheduled for the entire upcoming year at

19.01.2026, 17:01
In Bishkek, a man was stabbed while trying to defend a woman
Incidents

In Bishkek, a man was stabbed while trying to defend a woman

In Bishkek, an incident occurred in which a man was stabbed while trying to protect a woman from violence. This information was provided by the press service of the Lenin District Police Department. According to available data, around 7:05 AM, a signal was received at the duty station from the hospital that a 30-year-old citizen, A.K., had been hospitalized with a wound to the left shoulder.

19.01.2026, 16:58
Sports

At the World Nomad Games in Kyrgyzstan, there will be 43 types of competitions and the participation of around 100 countries is expected.

According to Moldazhiyev, only 17 sports were represented at the first World Nomad Games. In 2024, when the events were held in Kazakhstan, representatives from 89 countries participated. This year, it is expected that around 100 states will gather in Kyrgyzstan. Invitations have already been sent out, and the regulations for the competitions have been finalized.

19.01.2026, 16:58
Economy

New Certification Requirements: The Cabinet of Ministers Changes the Procedure for Registering Declarations

The Cabinet of Ministers has presented a draft resolution proposing changes to the procedure for registering and revoking declarations of conformity with the technical regulations of the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU). The discussion of this document is taking place in a public format. The proposed changes, which will come into effect in February 2025, aim to simplify the registration process for declarations, improve transparency, and enhance the quality of work of accredited certification

19.01.2026, 16:52
Local news

Hospital is not a place for violence. The medical union supports the tightening of the torture law.

Bermet Baryktabasova, head of the Independent Medical Union, commented in her Facebook post on the concerns of parliament member Elvira Surabaldiyeva regarding the amendments to the Criminal Code that could worsen the already difficult situation for medical professionals in the country. At a recent meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, a bill amending Article 137 of the Criminal Code of the Kyrgyz Republic "Torture" was considered in its second reading. These amendments imply that not only

19.01.2026, 16:52
Events / Sports

The Directorate for Olympic Sports announced a procurement for the organization of training camps for the national teams of the Kyrgyz Republic for 7.6 million soms.

The Directorate of Olympic Sports, part of the Department of Physical Culture and Sports, has announced the start of procurement services for organizing training camps for the national teams of Kyrgyzstan. This tender will be conducted in accordance with the usual quotation request procedure, including qualification requirements. The total amount allocated for these purposes is 7 million 623 thousand 200 soms.

19.01.2026, 16:49
Local news

The words of the Deputy Director of the GU about the "transgender man" were a hypothetical example, - GU "Kyzmat"

The State Institution "Kyzmat" responded to the comments made by Deputy Director Ernes Dosaliev during a meeting of the parliamentary profile committee. Dosaliev mentioned the case of a man who submitted a request to change his personal identification number (PIN) after undergoing gender reassignment. According to information from the press service of the State Institution "Kyzmat," Dosaliev's statements regarding gender reassignment were hypothetical and were used

19.01.2026, 16:44
Does the factory at the sanitary polygon in Bishkek harm the ecology? Checked by the Ministry of Natural Resources.
Ecology / Exclusive

Does the factory at the sanitary polygon in Bishkek harm the ecology? Checked by the Ministry of Natural Resources.

On January 19, 2026, specialists from the Department of Environmental Monitoring took samples of emissions from the waste processing plant located at the sanitary landfill in Bishkek. This was reported by the Ministry of Nature of the Kyrgyz Republic. The studies are aimed at determining the impact of this enterprise on the environmental situation in the region. During the monitoring, laboratory tests are conducted on a number of parameters, including nitrogen oxide, sulfur oxide, nitrogen

19.01.2026, 16:41
In Osh, the construction of a 12-story residential building has been inspected, and a fine has been imposed.
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In Osh, the construction of a 12-story residential building has been inspected, and a fine has been imposed.

During the inspection, various multi-story residential buildings and other construction sites in the region were examined. At one of the inspected construction sites, a 12-story building in the village of Kashkar-Kyshtak in the Kara-Suu district, violations of the rules for storing and using construction materials were discovered. As a result of these violations, the contracting organization OsOO "Zeromax," responsible for the construction, was issued an official warning and a fine

19.01.2026, 16:38
An Attempt to Defend a Woman Led to a Knife Attack in Bishkek
Incidents / Exclusive

An Attempt to Defend a Woman Led to a Knife Attack in Bishkek

A suspect in hooliganism has been detained in Bishkek, reported representatives of the press service of the Lenin District Department of Internal Affairs. The incident occurred on January 17, 2026, at around 7:05 AM, when the Lenin District Internal Affairs received a report that a 30-year-old man had been admitted to one of the city's hospitals with a stab wound. According to law enforcement agencies, the victim, citizen A.K., born in 1993, was hospitalized with a cut wound to the left

19.01.2026, 16:38
Renovation has begun in Manas: preparations are underway to remove the private sector in the city center
Local news

Renovation has begun in Manas: preparations are underway to remove the private sector in the city center

In exchange, they promise to provide apartments on the outskirts of the city Renovation has started in Manas, under which residents of the private sector located in the city center will be relocated. This area is bounded by the streets of Barpy Seyil, Bakiev, Pushkin, Tashiev, and Bazar-Korgon Alley, and is located near the resort-sanatorium "Jalal-Abad." Relevant information was disseminated by local residents through social networks and media.

19.01.2026, 16:38
In the Kyrgyz Republic, a unified information system has been developed for the transparency of water resource use.
Local news / Exclusive

In the Kyrgyz Republic, a unified information system has been developed for the transparency of water resource use.

As part of the digitalization program conducted by the Water Resources Service, an automated information system called the "Unified Information System for Water" (AIS UISW) has been developed. This was reported by the Ministry of Agriculture of the Kyrgyz Republic. The new system aims at comprehensive management of water resources, particularly in the area of irrigation, with the goal of improving the efficiency of planning, accounting, and monitoring of water supply, as well as

19.01.2026, 16:37
Incidents

In Bishkek, a man defended a stranger and was stabbed.

On January 19, the press service of the Internal Affairs Directorate of the Lenin District reported the detention of a suspect in hooliganism. The incident occurred on January 17 at around 07:05, when the police received a report from a medical facility about a 33-year-old man who had sustained a stab wound.

19.01.2026, 16:36
Local news

The Ministry of Economic Development revoked the license of the company whose products contained pork.

The license of the company LLC "Rikha" has been revoked. Sultan Akhmatov, Deputy Minister of Economy and Commerce, announced this during a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh held on January 19. Deputy Ulan Primov expressed concern that although many halal products are produced in the country, citizens cannot be sure of their quality. He emphasized the need to monitor products at all stages—from production to sale.

19.01.2026, 16:32
Local news

Flu and ARVI in Kyrgyzstan. The number of cases is rising again

In Kyrgyzstan, there is a new increase in cases of influenza and ARVI. This is confirmed by data provided by the Department of Disease Prevention and State Sanitary and Epidemiological Surveillance of the Ministry of Health of the KR. In the third week of 2026 (from January 12 to 18), the country recorded 15,869 cases of illness. Compared to the previous week, the number of sick individuals has increased.

19.01.2026, 16:30
Local news

Moscow Launches Driverless Metro. Currently in Test Mode

The movement of a driverless train has begun in the Moscow metro. In the first phase of testing, the trains will operate without passengers, and a driver will be present in the cabin, responsible for monitoring all systems and ensuring safe movement. The launch of driverless trains with passengers is scheduled for 2027, and the first line of the driverless metro is expected to be operational by 2030.

19.01.2026, 16:30
Local news

Subcategories B1 and C1 are not automatically assigned in new licenses

A reader contacted the Call Center Kaktus.media with a question about the replacement of indefinite driving licenses. “I have an old-style license (from the 2000s) with categories B and C. I am interested in whether the subcategories B1 and C1 will be automatically added or if I will need to take exams? Previously, according to the old regulation (point 36), it was possible to obtain these categories without additional tests,” he noted.

19.01.2026, 16:30
Digital Water Accounting: The System Will Be Implemented Across Kyrgyzstan in 2026
Local news

Digital Water Accounting: The System Will Be Implemented Across Kyrgyzstan in 2026

Photo 24.kg. In recent years, Kyrgyzstan has been facing ongoing issues related to irrigation water The work on the automated information system "Unified Information System for Water" (AIS UISW) has been completed in Kyrgyzstan. This project was initiated as part of the digital transformation program, as reported by the Water Resources Service under the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry. The new platform has been created for effective management of

19.01.2026, 16:27
Train Crash in Spain: No Injured Kyrgyz Citizens Reported
Local news / Exclusive

Train Crash in Spain: No Injured Kyrgyz Citizens Reported

On January 18, a tragic railway disaster occurred in the Spanish town of Adamus, located in the south of the country. As a result of the collision of two passenger trains, at least 39 people were killed and more than 120 were injured. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic reported that, according to preliminary data from the Spanish authorities, no Kyrgyzstani citizens were found among the injured or deceased. The embassy in France has also not received any requests for

19.01.2026, 16:26
Incidents

Employees of the rehabilitation center in Bishkek accused of abusing patients

In Bishkek, an investigation has been launched into the case of abuse of patients undergoing rehabilitation for addictions at the private medical and psychiatric center "Path to Life." Eight employees have been detained as part of the case, according to the press service of the State Committee for National Security of the Kyrgyz Republic (GKNB KR). According to the investigation's findings, the institution operated with serious violations of the legislation of the Kyrgyz

19.01.2026, 16:23
Noticeable Growth of Kyrgyzstan's Economy — Bakyt Torobaev Discussed Reforms with the IMF
Economy

Noticeable Growth of Kyrgyzstan's Economy — Bakyt Torobaev Discussed Reforms with the IMF

Photo of the Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic. Bakyt Torobaev (left) and Farid Talashly During a meeting with Farid Talashly, the permanent representative of the International Monetary Fund (IMF), Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry Bakyt Torobaev reported that the average growth of Kyrgyzstan's gross domestic product over the past three years has been 9 percent. During the discussion, the parties touched upon the results

19.01.2026, 16:17
In Kyrgyzstan, the import of more than 15,000 liters of kumis from Russia was not permitted.
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In Kyrgyzstan, the import of more than 15,000 liters of kumis from Russia was not permitted.

At the checkpoint "Ak-Tilek," an attempt to import 15,600 liters of kumis from Russia was discovered. In accordance with the instructions of the Ministry of Agriculture of the Kyrgyz Republic, the cargo was returned to the territory of Russia. Veterinary control inspectors established that the label lacked a production date, which is a violation of veterinary and sanitary norms of the Kyrgyz Republic. As a result, reports were drawn up, and the cargo was prohibited from crossing the

19.01.2026, 16:15
50 million soms will be allocated for the development of Kyrgyz animation in 2026
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50 million soms will be allocated for the development of Kyrgyz animation in 2026

The Ministry of Culture of the Kyrgyz Republic will allocate 50 million soms in 2026 for the creation of animated films in the Kyrgyz language. This was announced by Marat Tagaev, Deputy Minister of Culture, Information, Sports, and Youth Policy, during his speech at the Jogorku Kenesh. According to Tagaev, there is a significant shortage of children's cartoons in the state language in Kyrgyzstan. To address this issue, the ministry intends to use modern technologies.

19.01.2026, 16:14
Scholar of "El Ümütü" shared his experience of studying at one of the best universities in the world
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Scholar of "El Ümütü" shared his experience of studying at one of the best universities in the world

Salyjan Kylchbekov, a scholar of the international program "El Umutu," shared his experience studying at Oxford on the air of Birinchi Radio. He noted that this scholarship provides unique opportunities for talented youth. The initiator of the presidential scholarship "El Umutu" was the President of Kyrgyzstan, Sadyr Japarov, in 2022. He proposed to establish a fund that would help gifted youth receive education at leading universities in the world through state funding.

19.01.2026, 16:11
Trump invited Putin to join the World Council on Gaza
In the world

Trump invited Putin to join the World Council on Gaza

Illustrative photo According to Peskov, “Yes, President Putin received an invitation through diplomatic channels to join this council. We are currently reviewing all the details and hope for further contacts with the American side to clarify all the nuances.” The establishment of the Peace Council in the Gaza Strip was announced by U.S. President Donald Trump on January 16, 2026. This initiative is part of Trump’s peace plan for Gaza and includes the deployment of international forces. The

19.01.2026, 16:10
In Bishkek, 28,000 smart meters will be installed starting from 2025.
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In Bishkek, 28,000 smart meters will be installed starting from 2025.

In Bishkek, the branch of OJSC "NESC" — the enterprise of electrical networks (PES) — has begun implementing an automated system for commercial accounting of electric energy (ASKUE). According to representatives of PES, the main goal of implementing ASKUE is to improve the management of electricity distribution, as well as to ensure accurate and transparent accounting of consumption.

19.01.2026, 16:08