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On January 13-14, 2026, a seminar dedicated to modern methods of feeding agricultural animals was held at the Kyrgyz Scientific Research Institute of Animal Husbandry and Pastures. The event was organized by the Ministry of Agriculture of the Kyrgyz Republic, which announced this training. The seminar was part of a grant project implemented by the KOICA International Cooperation Agency.
The Director of the State Agency for Physical Culture and Sports, Kazybek Moldazhiyev, stated that the inclusion of kokpar in the program of the 2026 World Nomad Games aims to minimize potential disagreements among participating countries. This statement was made in the context of the upcoming competitions in kok boru and kokpar. He emphasized that the organizers adhere to the principle of apoliticism in sports and strive to preserve cultural traditions.
In the Bakai-Ata district, in the area of Besh-Kol, ancient petroglyphs created during the Bronze Age were discovered, as reported by ecologist Gamal Sooronkulov in an interview with a Turmush correspondent. According to the specialist, these artifacts were found in the basin of the Uyr-Maral River.
The investigator from the Department of Internal Affairs of the Jayil District, located in the Chuy Region, has become a suspect in a bribery extortion case. This was reported by the press service of the State Committee for National Security of the Kyrgyz Republic (GKNB KR). According to the agency, on January 13, during the pre-trial investigation under Article 343 "Extortion of a Bribe" of the Criminal Code of the Kyrgyz Republic, police captain Zh.A.Z. was detained. He is accused
In the Chui region, employees of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB) detained an investigator from the Jail district police department, suspected of receiving a bribe of 150,000 soms for terminating a criminal case.
At the VI World Nomad Games, the number of weight categories in wrestling will be significantly reduced. This information was announced by Nursultan Adenov, head of the international secretariat of the WNG, at a press conference. According to Adenov, this decision was made based on an analysis of the experience from past competitions. An excessive number of weight categories creates organizational difficulties and negatively affects the dynamics of the competitions.
Kamchybek Tashiev, Chairman of the State Committee for National Security (SCNS), met with members of the team that took first place at the international futsal tournament "Narisete-2026." During this meeting, he expressed his congratulations and recognition of their achievements. According to information from the SCNS press center, the competition took place in Bishkek from January 3 to 10. Teams from various countries participated in the tournament, including representatives from
Against the backdrop of U.S. statements regarding rights to an Arctic island, three NATO countries — Germany, Sweden, and Norway — are sending their military personnel to Greenland. As reported by DW, participation in the reconnaissance mission is taking place at the invitation of Denmark. The mission, which will take place from January 15 to 17, aims to explore military participation opportunities to support Denmark in ensuring security in this region, including maritime surveillance, the
According to the information from Foreign Minister Jeenbek Kulubaev, who spoke at a press conference in Bishkek on January 15, there are many students among Kyrgyz citizens in the USA who are studying legally, as well as citizens who have permanent jobs. However, those who are in the country illegally are subject to deportation.
According to data from the National Statistical Committee, cement production in Kyrgyzstan increased by 34.1% from January to November 2025 compared to the same period of the previous year. The total volume of cement production approached the mark of 4 million tons. As analysis conducted by Tazabek showed, significant growth occurred due to the doubling of production volumes in the Chui region. According to data from the electronic registry of the Ministry of Justice, there are 4 enterprises
Nursultan Berenbekov, who holds a position in the Ministry of Emergency Situations of Kyrgyzstan, has been successfully working in this field for eight years. In an interview with a Turmush correspondent, he shared his experience, motivation, and the sense of responsibility that his profession entails. Nursultan was born in 1991 in the village of Kok-Oy, located in the Talas district of the Talas region. He received higher education in technosphere safety, which took him seven years. "From
In the call center of Kaktus.media, a citizen of Kyrgyzstan reached out, stating that he obtained his driver's license outside the country. "I am a citizen of the Kyrgyz Republic, but I received my license in 1991, and now I cannot exchange it because I studied in Ukraine during the USSR," he explained. Employees of the State Center for Vehicle Registration and Driver Licensing, which is subordinate to the Presidential Administration, informed Kaktus.media that licenses issued
In Kyrgyzstan, hunting with Laikas for badgers is becoming increasingly popular, as confirmed by sports hunters. Ruslan Abinov, a resident of the capital, has been hunting badgers with Laikas for ten years. He noted: "Previously, I used different breeds of hunting dogs, but now I prefer West Siberian Laikas. These dogs have excellent hearing, vision, and sense of smell, and their endurance during hunting is unique, making them the best for this task. Their main job is to find and hold the
On January 13, 2026, a meeting took place in the Islamic Republic of Pakistan, attended by the Ambassador of the Kyrgyz Republic, Kylchbek Sultan, and the Federal Minister for National Heritage and Culture, Aurangzeb Khan Hichi. This was reported by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Kyrgyzstan. During the discussion, both the current state and future prospects of cultural cooperation between the two countries were addressed, with an emphasis on the practical aspects of organizing the Cultural
75 years ago, on January 13, trolleybus service started in Kyrgyzstan, marking an important milestone in the development of the country's urban transport. Trolleybuses play a key role in creating transport infrastructure, providing environmentally friendly mobility for city residents, including people with disabilities and children.
During a radio broadcast, economist Nasirdin Shamsiyev shared his forecasts for the country's future economic development, stating that by 2026, industrial growth will be at least 7.5%, and the construction sector, according to him, will increase by 20%. Shamsiyev also noted that projects for the construction of water capture facilities and reservoirs have been approved. As part of these initiatives, the construction of 120 facilities is planned, which will allow Kyrgyzstan to fully ensure
In the Chuy region, an employee of the Internal Affairs Department working in the Jayil District has been detained on suspicion of extorting a bribe. This was reported by the press service of the State Committee for National Security (SCNS). According to information from the SCNS, on January 13, an investigator from the investigative service named J.A.Z. was detained for extorting a bribe of 150,000 soms with the aim of terminating a criminal case.
The Ministry of Finance of the Kyrgyz Republic has announced plans to hold an auction scheduled for January 19, 2026. The purpose of this event is to place temporarily available budget funds in deposits of commercial banks. The trading will be organized at the Kyrgyz Stock Exchange, where it is planned to place funds for a period of one year, with an initial interest rate of 11% per annum.
Deputy Minister of Culture, Information, and Youth Policy Marat Tagaev emphasized the need to increase the share of domestic content on air during a recent meeting with representatives of television channels. He noted that television channels should pay more attention to films and series produced by the film studios "Kyrgyzfilm" and "Kyrgyzserial" to support the development of the state language. This decision has become relevant in the context of decreasing volumes of
The head of the State Agency for Physical Culture and Sports, Kazybek Moldazhiyev, announced at a press conference on January 15 that participants from more than 100 countries will attend the World Nomad Games - 2026. He noted that more than 3,000 athletes are expected.
According to the deputy, such training periods are not found anywhere in the world. At a recent meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, Deputy Bolot Ibragimov noted that road problems are linked to years of corruption.
— Trust and respect have become the main aspects that influence the perception of Kyrgyzstan by the international community. The presidential form of governance and the methods of managing the country implemented by Sadyr Japarov have demonstrated their effectiveness and earned the trust of the population. Trust in the political system and management methods, along with respect for the economic achievements that place Kyrgyzstan among the top five countries with one of the highest growth rates
Recent food price increases have become noticeable to the population of Kyrgyzstan and have sparked numerous discussions, especially in the context of the basic food basket. Mikhail Petrov, an expert from the analytical club "Singularis," asserts that to eliminate the price gap between farmers and the market, a state system of modern gas storage facilities accessible to all producers must be created.
The escalation of the situation regarding the export of Kazakh raw materials has led to an increase in oil prices in international markets. This has also affected the prices of oil from Azerbaijan and the USA. According to Bloomberg, the reduction in Kazakh oil supplies has significantly impacted the rise in prices in the European market, despite the existence of a global surplus. — The decrease in CPC Blend volumes from Kazakhstan, along with supply disruptions from Libya and several fields
Today, January 15, the press service of the Cabinet of Ministers announced the appointment of Salmoorbек Karagulov as the director of the Fire Supervision Service under the Ministry of Emergency Situations of the Kyrgyz Republic. The appointment order was signed by Adylbek Kasymaliev.
At a press conference held on January 15 in Bishkek, Jeenbek Kulubaev emphasized that the sanctions imposed against Kyrgyzstan are incorrect. The Minister of Foreign Affairs noted that his department is actively engaging with partners from the EU and the USA, conducting regular consultations on sanction policies. Kulubaev stated: "We have provided all the necessary documents and proposed to conduct an independent audit; however, our partners do not consider this appropriate and impose
At the meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh held on January 13, measures to tighten penalties for drivers violating traffic rules while under the influence of alcohol were discussed. It was also proposed to equate mopeds to mechanical vehicles and to introduce a mandatory category A1 driver's license for their operation. These initiatives have become relevant against the backdrop of an increase in the number of traffic accidents involving mopeds, scooters, and personal mobility devices,
The footballer died before the medics arrived Lionel Adams, a trainee of CSKA and former defender of the youth national team of Russia, tragically passed away after falling from the window of a high-rise building in the Moscow Region. The attack on the footballer occurred in December when he sustained a gunshot wound and was hospitalized, as reported by "Sport-Express".
Jamila Jamambaeva, the ombudsman, expressed concern about serious violations of the rights of foreign citizens in the temporary detention center located at the "Gansi" base in the Chui region. This information was published by the ombudsman's press service. According to her statements, twice the staff of the ombudsman's institute were denied access to the center's territory, which violates the constitutional law "On the Ombudsman of the KR." These facts are
In 2025, Kyrgyzstan significantly increased its diplomatic presence on the international stage. The opening of the first embassy in Ethiopia was an important moment for strengthening ties with the African continent. At a press conference, the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic, Jeenbek Kulubaev, also announced plans to establish an embassy in Egypt. This decision opens new strategic opportunities for Kyrgyzstan in North Africa and the Middle East.
At a press conference in Bishkek on January 15, Minister Jeenbek Kulubaev stated that the majority of Kyrgyz citizens had already left Iran during the conflict in the summer. Currently, about 20 citizens remain in Iran, including diplomats and 12 women who married locally. The embassy is in constant contact with them. The minister noted that although the situation in the country has slightly improved, Kyrgyzstan is ready to organize their evacuation if necessary. At present, there is no
At least 60% of the content must be in the Kyrgyz language The content check of all television channels in Kyrgyzstan will begin in March 2026, as reported by Marat Tagaev, the Deputy Minister of Culture, Information, and Youth Policy.
Today, an official presentation of the new director, Cholpon Shamsutdin, took place at the department of disease prevention and state sanitary-epidemiological surveillance. This event was covered by the agency's press service.
The training periods for obtaining a driver's license, in the opinion of the deputy, need to be revised. Recall that according to the new rules, in Kyrgyzstan, the process of training to obtain a category B license will take 10 months, while for category C it will take 12 months, including both training and testing.
The organization of the World Nomad Games 2026 has been allocated 336 million soms. This funding, as reported by Kazybek Moldazhiyev, head of the State Agency for Physical Culture and Sports, does not include funds from sponsors. The event will take place from August 31 to September 6 in Kyrgyzstan. The prize fund for the sports competitions will amount to 49 million soms, of which 5 million is designated for kok-boru, a team game, and 1 million for horse racing, he added.
The meeting between Farhat Iminov, head of the Secretariat of the National Council for the Development of Virtual Assets and Blockchain Technologies under the President of the Kyrgyz Republic, and the U.S. Ambassador to Kyrgyzstan Leslie Viguerie took place at the initiative of the American side. During the conversation, Iminov presented the goals and objectives of the National Council and discussed the work of its executive body—the Secretariat.
The procedure for replacing indefinite driver's licenses has begun in Kyrgyzstan, which does not require the submission of a medical certificate in the form of 083. This was reported by the head of the president's office, Kanbek Tumanbaev. Today, Tumanbaev visited the State Center for Registration of Vehicles and Drivers, where the process of replacing licenses is taking place. During the visit, he interacted with citizens and provided detailed information about the procedure for
From August 31 to September 6, 2026, Kyrgyzstan will host the VI World Nomad Games (WNG). The details of this significant event, including the location, time, and innovations in the program, were shared at a press conference by the Director of the State Agency for Physical Culture and Sports of the Kyrgyz Republic, Kazbek Moldazhiyev. It is worth noting that in December 2025, Kyrgyzstan was granted the status of the brand holder for the World Nomad Games. "Obtaining this status is not
In 2025, three new cases of echinococcosis were registered in the areas related to CSM No. 6, reported the infectious disease specialist of the Family Medicine Center No. 3, Aikokul Satylgan kyzy, on the air of "Birinchi Radio." Echinococcosis is a parasitic disease caused by tapeworms of the genus Echinococcus, which can remain in the human body for many years without showing symptoms.
Two-time world champion and Olympic medalist in Greco-Roman wrestling Akzhol Makhmudov shared his impressions of life after getting married. The athlete became a husband in December 2024.
Driving a moped now requires a driver's license. A draft law concerning changes to road safety legislation is being discussed in the Jogorku Kenesh at its first reading.
At a recent conference in Beijing, artificial intelligence experts from China stated that it is unlikely the country will surpass the US in the coming years, even considering the progress made in this field. The main reason for this lag, experts say, is the lack of resources in the semiconductor sector and equipment for chip manufacturing, which are the foundation for modern AI models. Lin Junyang, the technical leader of the Qwen team at Alibaba, noted that the chances of any Chinese company
On January 14, events for the demolition of illegal constructions took place in Bishkent, organized by the Lenin Akimat and the Department for Control over Land Use. The work was carried out in contour No. 107 on the territory of MTU No. 10. The Akimat informed that the demolition affected objects located in the residential areas of Ak-Ordo and Orok, which were built from 2021 to the end of 2025. Two illegal constructions in contour No. 67, located on the lands of the State Fund, were also
The second reading of the draft law on punishment for torture, proposed by the Cabinet of Ministers, has passed in the Jogorku Kenesh.
Photo 24.kg. World Nomad Games. Archive photo The sixth World Nomad Games promise to be not only a significant sporting event but also an extensive cultural platform with international reach. Participants can expect not only competitions but also a rich ethnographic program. Interest in the events continues to grow: representatives from various countries and peoples are reaching out to the organizers with requests to expand the list of sports and participants. This was reported by Kazybek
On January 15, the Chairman of the State Committee for National Security, Kamchybek Tashiev, congratulated his employees who won first place at the international futsal tournament "Narisete-2026." This was reported by the press service of the agency. The competitions took place in the capital of Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek, from January 3 to 10, with teams from various countries participating, including representatives from government structures, amateur teams, and football veterans over 35
At the VI World Nomad Games, a decision was made to reduce the number of weight categories. This was announced at a press conference at the "Kabar" agency by Nursultan Adenov, head of the International Secretariat of the World Nomad Games. Adenov emphasized that this decision is based on an analysis of previous experiences in organizing the Games. He added that a large number of weight categories complicates the organization of competitions and reduces viewer interest. "When
