According to the press service of the State Agency for Land Resources, Cadastre, Geodesy, and Cartography, in 2025, the cost of housing in Bishkek increased by 26.8 percent. During the reporting period, there was a rise in average prices for both apartments and residential houses in Bishkek and Osh.
In the run-up to the New Year holidays, fishermen in the village of Konstantinovka, located in the Alamudun district of the Chuy region, encountered unexpected success at the water body: they were forced to release large carp back into the water. As the anglers note, at one of the ponds in Konstantinovka, they were truly able to enjoy all the delights of sport fishing before the arrival of 2026. The intense bite, in their opinion, was a result of the warm weather, as there was no ice on the
According to the new regulations, the sale of passenger cars by individuals, except for individual entrepreneurs and legal entities, will not be considered as systematic activity, even if more than two cars are sold within a year. Moreover, individuals engaged in the sale of passenger cars will be exempt from income tax, as well as from profit tax and value-added tax (VAT). There will also be no need to pay sales tax when selling such vehicles.
Omuraliev emphasized the importance of this event, where key issues regarding the strengthening of coordination among Turkic diasporas in Europe, the exchange of the most successful practices, and increasing their influence as a connecting link between Turkic societies were discussed. He expressed gratitude to the Azerbaijani presidency for organizing this significant event, highlighting that culture, unity, and cooperation are fundamental aspects for creating a stronger Turkic world.
The Iranian state authority issued a NOTAM notification about the closure of its airspace to civilian flights. An exception has been made for international flights that can operate in and out of the country with special permits, according to information from the Russian service of the BBC. Additionally, the Aerospace Forces of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps and Iran's air defense have been put on heightened combat readiness.
Submitting applications for the replacement of driver's licenses through the state electronic portal (mobile application "Tündük") is temporarily unavailable due to technical work. We remind you that since last year, residents of Kyrgyzstan have had the opportunity to replace their driver's licenses in an online format.
It is reported that the measures being taken by the USA are a response to the current tensions in the region, according to a statement from the Qatari government. In light of this situation, the UK Foreign Office has closed its embassy in Tehran, which will now operate remotely. The US embassy in Doha has advised its staff to exercise caution and limit non-essential travel to Al Udeid Air Base. At the same time, the US Federal Aviation Administration announced the closure of Iranian airspace
In the morning of January 15, the exchange rates for foreign currencies at the Moscow City Council are as follows:
In the last 24 hours, international media and agencies have provided information about current events in Ukraine and the world amid ongoing military actions. Here is a brief overview of the most significant news. Steve Whitkoff and Jared Kushner, special envoys of the U.S. president, are set to visit Moscow soon to meet with Russian leader Vladimir Putin, according to Bloomberg. Vitaly Klitschko, the mayor of Kyiv, noted that "the situation in the city is extremely difficult," and
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According to World Air Quality data, Bishkek has been ranked among the most polluted cities in the world for the second consecutive day. As of the morning of January 15, the capital of Kyrgyzstan was in second place in this ranking.
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A tragedy occurred in Tajikistan: Constitutional Court judge Jamshid Jamshidzoda passed away after falling from the ninth floor. This was reported by local media. Witnesses of the incident cannot definitively say whether it was an accident or an act of suicide.
The National Center for Maternal and Child Health responded to the words of a deputy regarding the potential risks of cross-infection in the hospital. Deputy Zhyldyz Sadyrbaeva expressed concerns about cross-infection caused by a lack of autoclaves in the institution.
In the capital of Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek, an incident occurred involving a minor driver who was drifting on a city street. This was reported by the press service of the Traffic Police. According to the provided information, the young man admitted his guilt in committing auto hooliganism.
The U.S. State Department has announced a suspension of processing immigration visas for citizens of 75 countries. This decision is related to increased scrutiny of potential applicants who may be considered a possible economic burden on society, as reported by Fox News. Among the countries affected by this restriction are Somalia, Afghanistan, Brazil, Iran, Iraq, Egypt, Nigeria, Thailand, Yemen, and others. These measures will take effect on January 21, while the State Department reviews its
In the Chui region, cases of abuse of official power related to the illegal registration of a vehicle have been recorded. This was reported by representatives of the press service of the regional Department of Internal Affairs. According to law enforcement, in 2023, two individuals — S. A. and J. R. — imported a Lexus RX 330 from Japan, declaring the vehicle as spare parts. For subsequent illegal registration and sale, they acquired a registration certificate for a damaged vehicle of the same
The message about the discovery of a body was received by the Internal Affairs Department of the Kemin District on January 11, 2026, at around 13:10. Arriving at the scene, law enforcement officers found a man with stab wounds, as reported by the press service of the Main Internal Affairs Directorate of the Chui Region. The investigative operational group documented the incident. It was established that the deceased was A. A., born in 1960, who had multiple stab wounds on his body.
Illustrative image According to an internal document that has come into the possession of the television channel, consular staff are required to deny visa issuance under existing laws until the procedures for vetting applicants are reviewed. Among the countries affected by the new restrictions are Russia, Somalia, Afghanistan, Brazil, Iran, Iraq, Egypt, Nigeria, Thailand, Yemen, and others. A complete list of countries has not yet been published. Fox News also reports that this suspension will
Under the leadership of Bakyt Torobaev, who holds the position of Minister of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry, a meeting was held with the participation of heads of state agencies, presidential representatives in the regions, and district administration leaders. During the meeting, issues concerning the progress of the autumn-winter period for 2025–2026 for various sectors of the economy and the population were discussed. The Ministry of Energy also presented a report.
The Border Service of the State Committee for National Security of the Kyrgyz Republic has refuted claims that citizens of Kazakhstan were not informed about the new rules regarding their stay in Kyrgyzstan. According to the agency's information, prior to the changes coming into effect, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Border Service of the State Committee for National Security, and the Ministry of Digital Development conducted an informational and explanatory campaign using official
Tomorrow, the Kyrgyz drama "Kiyal," created under the direction of Bakyt Osmonkanov, will be released in theaters. The main character, Bolot, after losing his wife, takes care of his daughter Kiyal, who previously overcame cancer. However, the illness returns, and time to fulfill dreams is running out. Upon discovering his daughter's secret wish diary, Bolot decides to take Kiyal out of the hospital to make all her dreams come true. Her best friend Joki joins them on this journey.
Recently, a reception for citizens was held, organized by the Minister of Health Kanybek Dosmambetov, as reported by the ministry's press service. During the event, the minister was approached by his deputies and heads of structural divisions of the ministry.
According to information from Fox News, this decision is related to the need to strengthen checks in accordance with the "public charge" provisions in U.S. immigration law. These measures are aimed at assessing applicants who may be deemed potential "burdens on the state" and likely recipients of social benefits. Among the factors considered during the checks are health status, age, level of English proficiency, financial stability, and the need for long-term medical care.
As it became known, the training period for obtaining a category B driver's license in Kyrgyzstan will be 10 months, which includes both theoretical and practical training, while for category C this period has been extended to 12 months. The information about the changes was announced by the President's Chief of Staff Kanybek Tumanbaev and his deputy Boobek Salimzhanov during a live broadcast. Salimzhanov clarified that the focus will be on training drivers for categories B and C, and
In the Talas region, rain is possible. In the capital, Bishkek, the temperature will drop to −2 at night, while during the day it will be +13 degrees.
The Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision of Kyrgyzstan reported the successful return of the snow leopard to its natural habitat. Before its release, the animal underwent all necessary veterinary examinations and rehabilitation. The snow leopard, a male weighing 42.7 kg and measuring about two meters long, is between 3 to 4 years old. After being captured, it was temporarily housed in a wildlife rehabilitation center located in the Sailyu-Terek pasture in the Chui
The Border Service of the State Committee for National Security of the Kyrgyz Republic has refuted opinions that citizens of Kazakhstan were not informed about the new rules for staying in Kyrgyzstan. According to the agency, prior to the implementation of the changes, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Border Service of the State Committee for National Security, and the Ministry of Digital Development conducted work to inform through government internet resources, social networks, and mass
Meteorologists warn of a powerful anticyclone approaching, moving south from the New Siberian Islands. Forecasts indicate that on January 16-17, cold air will envelop Central Asia and Kyrgyzstan, leading to a sharp drop in temperature. This anticyclone is expected to bring an influx of Arctic air masses, resulting in a noticeable decrease in air temperature.
From December 20 to January 11, the "Eurasia" park became home to more than 400,000 guests, once again confirming its reputation as one of the most attractive places for recreation in the city. This open and free space continues to delight residents at any time of the year. The holiday program was designed with an emphasis on accessibility and family entertainment. All events were held free of charge, allowing many families to enjoy the holidays without extra expenses.
According to the police, on the day of the incident, January 14, 2026, a call was received at number "102" reporting that a 16-year-old K. D. had been delivered to one of the hospitals with injuries that were presumably caused by a sharp object. A forensic investigative group was dispatched to the scene of the incident. The father of the victim, A. Z., reported that on January 12, his son was attacked by unknown individuals right in front of their house.
In 2025, China announced a record trade surplus of $1.2 trillion. According to data from the country's Customs Administration, exports in December increased by 6.6% in dollar terms compared to the same period in 2024. This result significantly exceeds the average forecast of Bloomberg analysts, which was 3.1%, as well as the November figures that showed a growth rate of 5.9%.
- On January 14, 2026, during a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, the deputies held a discussion and refused to support the draft law "On Amendments to the Law on State and Municipal Services" in the first reading. The initiator was the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers.
The Office of the President of Kyrgyzstan has announced new training timelines for obtaining driver's licenses. According to the presented data, the updated standards pertain to categories B and C.
On Aitmatov Avenue, the construction of one of the underground pedestrian crossings in the area of Akhunbaev and A. Masaliev streets has been completed. At the same time, work continues on four other crossings located from A. Masaliev Avenue to Semetey Street. How do these underground crossings look at the moment? Completed Underground CrossingThe underground pedestrian crossing on Aitmatov Avenue between Akhunbaev Street and A. Masaliev Avenue was opened after construction began in mid-October.
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The Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic has canceled a number of decisions regarding auditing activities. This decision was formalized by a resolution signed on December 30, 2025. According to this document, the following resolutions lose their force:
At a working meeting chaired by the Chairman of the Supreme Court, Mederbek Satyiev, at the central office of the Judicial Department, important aspects of the digitalization of the judicial system were discussed. According to the press service of the Supreme Court of the Kyrgyz Republic, the focus was on equipping courtrooms with audio and video recording systems.
According to Mirzoyan, Armenia does not seek to exclude Russia from its plans. "The Russian presence on the territory of Armenia, for example, in the railway infrastructure, can open opportunities for cooperation with the TRIPP project," he added. U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio, who met with Mirzoyan, emphasized that TRIPP "creates prospects for business in Armenia and contributes to its economic development, but does so with full respect for Armenia's
Photo from the internet The head of the president's office, Kanibek Tumanbaev, announced that a medical certificate of form 083 is no longer required for the replacement of indefinite driver's licenses. This statement was made during a live broadcast. From January 15 to February 15 of this year, anyone wishing to exchange their indefinite licenses will be able to do so without undergoing a medical examination. This innovation is aimed at simplifying the process of obtaining licenses.
Daiyrbek Orunbekov, who heads the presidential information policy service, commented on social media regarding the statements made by deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh about the reconstruction of the Botanical Garden in Bishkek and the discussion of the draft law on state awards. He reminded that the president had previously urged deputies to avoid "demagoguery and populism."
Recently, a snow leopard that was caught in the village of Boroldoy was released in the Chon-Kemin State Natural Park. This information was provided by the press service of the Ministry of Natural Resources. As previously reported, on December 30, the snow leopard entered the property of one of the residents of Boroldoy in the Kemin district. After its capture, the animal was temporarily placed in a wildlife rehabilitation center located at the branch of the German Nature Conservation Union
This year, Kyrgyzstan, like other parts of Central Asia, is experiencing a decrease in water resources. This information was announced during a meeting in the government. Currently, the water level in the Toktogul reservoir is 9.102 billion cubic meters, which is 1.631 billion cubic meters less compared to the same period in 2025.
In the Sverdlovsk District Department of Internal Affairs of Bishkek, a statement was received from a representative of one of the hypermarkets, A. Y., who reported a theft that occurred on January 12, 2026. According to him, on that day at around 10:50, an unknown man stole products worth 12,000 soms and fled the scene. Based on this statement, the investigative authorities initiated a criminal case under Article 205 "Theft" of the Criminal Code of the Kyrgyz Republic.
Mikhail Fedorov Fedorov replaced Denis Shmyhal as Minister of Defense, who held this position for the past six months, starting from July 2025. According to Ukrainian media, Shmyhal may take the position of Minister of Energy. Previously, Mikhail Fedorov was the Minister of Digital Transformation and the First Deputy Prime Minister of Ukraine.
By March 31, 2027, the Russian government plans to establish conditions for the stay of migrant children in the country. This was reported by TASS, citing the relevant decree. As part of these rules, it will be determined whether minors can attend educational institutions, and the procedure for interaction with their legal representatives will be established. The responsibility for implementing these measures is assigned to the Ministry of Internal Affairs and the Ministry of Education of the
Since 2021, the mining industry of Kyrgyzstan has been demonstrating stable growth. This dynamic has been ensured by active geological exploration, the inclusion of new reserves in the state balance, and the implementation of processing projects, as reported by the press service of the Ministry of Natural Resources. The most significant indicators were achieved in 2024-2025. Large-scale geological exploration at the Kumtor deposit led to an increase in gold reserves by 147.4 tons in 2024,
