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In the city of Manas, a missing 17-year-old girl has been searched for almost a month now.
Incidents

In the city of Manas, a missing 17-year-old girl has been searched for almost a month now.

The search for the 17-year-old girl who went missing in Manas continues. She disappeared nearly a month ago. According to the press service of the Internal Affairs Department of the Jalal-Abad region, on December 16, 2025, around 11:00 AM, Abdullaeva Khasiyatkhan Mirzakhidovna, born in 2008, left her home at the address: Navoi Street, House No. 23, taking her passport with her. Her whereabouts are still unknown.

14.01.2026, 12:04
Incidents

Second case in 24 hours. In Bishkek, they are searching for a participant in a road conflict involving a weapon.

On the morning of January 14, a road conflict occurred at the intersection of Jibek Jolu Avenue and Osmonkulov Street in Bishkek. Information about this was received from the press service of the Sverdlovsk District Police Department. According to police data, one of the participants in the conflict, a man, threatened another driver with a gun and then fled the scene of the incident. This incident was registered in the log of the Sverdlovsk District Police Department. An investigation is

14.01.2026, 12:03
Former Vice Mayor of Bishkek Detained
Local news / Exclusive

Former Vice Mayor of Bishkek Detained

A criminal case has been initiated in Bishkek related to corruption among officials of the city hall and leaders of contracting organizations. According to the press service of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB), in 2015, the city hall was allocated 22 million euros for improving the material and technical base, including the purchase of special equipment such as bulldozers and garbage trucks, as well as the design of a landfill for the municipal enterprise "Tazalyk"

14.01.2026, 12:02
Arman Tsarukyan Ready for Fights in UFC, Awaiting Title Shot in Lightweight Division
Sports

Arman Tsarukyan Ready for Fights in UFC, Awaiting Title Shot in Lightweight Division

Armenian athlete Arman Tsarukyan has announced his readiness to compete in UFC fights, even if they do not involve contending for the lightweight title. After he withdrew from a scheduled bout against Islam Makhachev in 2025, Tsarukyan remains one step away from a title fight in the 155-pound category and aims to stay active in competitions.

14.01.2026, 12:00
Economy

The World Bank has projected the economic growth of Kyrgyzstan in 2026

According to the forecast of the World Bank's senior economist in Kyrgyzstan, Bakyt Dushabov, the country's economy is expected to grow by 6.5% in 2026. He announced this at a press conference. According to him, this positive trend will be driven by an increase in domestic demand, which, in turn, will result from growth in private consumption, investments, and government expenditures.

14.01.2026, 11:56
Local news

Mamataliyev: Look at the outskirts of Bishkek. You wouldn't say you live in the city.

At the meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh on January 14, deputy Marlen Mamataliyev expressed the opinion that the reform of the administrative-territorial structure has not achieved its goals. He reminded that several settlements were annexed to the capital, but their lives have not changed, except for the renaming. "The Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers Adylbek Kasymaliev announced the allocation of 6 billion soms in 2026 for the development of these territories. I hope these funds will be

14.01.2026, 11:54
Local news / Exclusive

Folk Legends: A Village on Issyk-Kul Named After the Steed of a Young Man Who Served a Wealthy Man

The village of Ak-Shyyrak is located in the Jeti-Oguz district of the Issyk-Kul region, in the foothill zone. According to local resident Erlan Asanaliev, the village was founded in 1918. In 1930, a village council was established, which led to the opening of a primary school. In 1935, the collective farm 1-May was organized, and in 1962, the Geological Administration of the USSR created the village of Uch-Koshkon and the Ak-Shyyrak village council.

14.01.2026, 11:54
In Thailand, a construction crane collapsed onto a passenger train, killing at least 22 people
In the world

In Thailand, a construction crane collapsed onto a passenger train, killing at least 22 people

The incident occurred on January 14 in the Sikhiu district of Nakhon Ratchasima (Korat), located in northeastern Thailand. According to preliminary information, a crane that was being used for the construction of a high-speed railway bridge fell as a train traveling from Bangkok to Ubon Ratchathani passed by. The crane's cable caught on the locomotive, causing it to derail. The second and third cars of the train were affected.

14.01.2026, 11:53
Incidents

In Bishkek, the police are searching for a man who threatened with a gun

Activist Maxim Zolotykh shared a video recording capturing a confrontation between drivers, one of whom pulled out a gun and began to threaten. As stated in the video description, both cars were turning from Osmonkula Street onto Zhibek Zholu Avenue. The author of the recording claims that one of the drivers violated the rules by cutting off the other, as he had an obstruction on the right. "After a brief conversation, he caught up with us and started to threaten," said a resident of

14.01.2026, 11:52
Exclusive

A modern checkpoint will be built in the village of Kamyshanovka on the Kyrgyz-Kazakh border, - Head of the Border Service

On January 14, during a broadcast on "Birinchi Radio," the head of the Border Service of the State National Security Committee, Abdykarim Alimbaev, announced plans to construct a modern border crossing point in the village of Kamyshanovka in the Chui region, which will be implemented jointly with Kazakhstan. Alimbaev noted that there is a significant flow of people and vehicles at the border between Kyrgyzstan and Kazakhstan.

14.01.2026, 11:51
Local news

Licensing of Taxi Drivers. The Deputy is Curious Why They Are Required to Provide a Criminal Record Certificate

At the meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh on January 14, Deputy Mamataliyev expressed doubts about the necessity of requiring a criminal record certificate for taxi licensing. He emphasized that in the process of debureaucratization and digitalization, documents should be transmitted between government institutions electronically. The deputy asked the question: "What does a criminal record have to do with working in a taxi? If a person has a criminal record, how will they be able to earn a

14.01.2026, 11:49
Incidents

In Bishkek, a man called another "stinky" and threatened him with a gun. He has been detained.

A video capturing a conflict between two men has gone viral on social media in Kyrgyzstan. During the argument, one of them pulled out a gun and insulted the other by calling him a "stinky." According to the press service of the Internal Affairs Department of the Lenin District, the incident occurred on January 14 at the final stop of bus No. 100. The main cause of the conflict was road disagreements.

14.01.2026, 11:47
Exclusive

On Kurmanjan Datka Street in Osh, over 200 Tian Shan firs are being replanted

In Osh, on Kurmanjan Datka Street, the transplantation of Tien Shan spruces that were planted last year has begun. This was reported by a correspondent from Turmush. According to the information, on the section from the intersection of Kurmanjan Datka and Alisher Navoi Streets to Asrankulov Street, more than 200 conifer seedlings will be completely dug up and moved to the nursery of the city's municipal enterprise for landscaping. As clarified by the city hall, the transplantation of trees

14.01.2026, 11:46
The Foreign Ministers of Kyrgyzstan and Uzbekistan Discussed the Development of Transport Corridors
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The Foreign Ministers of Kyrgyzstan and Uzbekistan Discussed the Development of Transport Corridors

On January 14, a telephone conversation took place involving Jeenbek Kulubaev, the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Kyrgyzstan, and his Uzbek counterpart Bakhtiyor Saidov. The press service of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Kyrgyzstan reported that during the conversation, key aspects of cooperation between the two countries were discussed, with an emphasis on the development of international transport corridors and improving the capacity of border customs points.

14.01.2026, 11:45
Incidents

The State Committee for National Security detained the former Vice Mayor of Bishkek in the case of 22 million euros for the landfill.

The press center of the State Committee for National Security reports the initiation of a criminal case against former employees of the Bishkek city administration and leaders of contracting firms. The case concerns corrupt actions related to the implementation of a project aimed at improving solid waste management and the construction of a new landfill. In 2015, the Bishkek city administration received 22 million euros from a lending organization to finance a project that included the

14.01.2026, 11:43
The Ministry of Energy of Kazakhstan reported on the consequences of the attack on tankers at the terminal of the Caspian Pipeline Consortium.
In the world

The Ministry of Energy of Kazakhstan reported on the consequences of the attack on tankers at the terminal of the Caspian Pipeline Consortium.

Illustrative photo According to the ministry, the tankers "Matilda" and "Delta Harmony" were in close proximity to the Caspian Pipeline Consortium (CPC) terminal near Novorossiysk when the attack occurred. The tanker "Matilda," chartered by a subsidiary of "KazMunayGas," was sailing under the flag of Malta. An explosion occurred on board the vessel; however, no fire was recorded. All crew members remain unharmed, and a preliminary assessment showed that

14.01.2026, 11:42
A man threatening with a gun during a road conflict was detained in Bishkek
Incidents

A man threatening with a gun during a road conflict was detained in Bishkek

An incident occurred at the final stop of route No. 100 in Bishkek, which quickly went viral due to the spread of video on social media. The footage captures an unknown man who, uttering the threatening phrase: "Do you want to talk lawfully? Come here," pulls out an object resembling a gun. This incident took place in the evening the day before. According to the press service of the Internal Affairs Department of the Lenin District, it was registered in the automated information

14.01.2026, 11:39
Master Plan of Bishkek: Which Streets Could Have Tram Lines
Exclusive

Master Plan of Bishkek: Which Streets Could Have Tram Lines

In 2025, the Bishkek City Hall, in collaboration with the Research Institute of Prospective Urban Development, presented the General Plan project for the capital, which will be in effect until 2050. This plan takes into account changes in demographics, transportation systems, ecology, and the city's infrastructure. On December 24 and 25, 2025, public hearings were held in Bishkek to discuss the General Plan project. The event was attended by representatives of the city administration,

14.01.2026, 11:36
Ecology

The Prime Minister approved the investment agreement project for the waste disposal project in the Issyk-Kul region.

The Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers, Adylbek Kasymaliev, approved the investment agreement project with the LLC "Jyunxin Huanbao (Issyk-Kul)" for the implementation of the investment project "Waste Disposal in the Issyk-Kul Region of the Kyrgyz Republic." According to order No. 1185-t, this decision is aimed at attracting foreign investments into the country's economy and promoting the sustainable development of the ecological-economic system of the Issyk-Kul

14.01.2026, 11:34
Local news / Exclusive

Cleaning of irrigation canals is being carried out in the Kara-Suu district

In the Kara-Suy district, preparations for the irrigation systems for the 2026 irrigation season are currently underway. This was reported by the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry. According to the information from the ministry, work is being carried out in the region to clean, restore, and repair all irrigation channels. Silt and other deposits that hinder water flow are being removed from the riverbeds, and special equipment is being used to increase the

14.01.2026, 11:33
Local news

In the Chon-Kemin Nature Park, a snow leopard was released back into the wild

According to information provided by the Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision, a rare predator species was spotted on December 29 at 23:20 in the village of Boroldoy, located in the Kemin district. It is believed that the snow leopard descended from the mountains and climbed a tree in the settlement. Specialists arrived at the scene to assess the condition of the animal. After confirming that the snow leopard was in good health, they released it back into its

14.01.2026, 11:32
What Determines Cuba's Resilience Against America
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What Determines Cuba's Resilience Against America

It seems that Cuba, an island located in close proximity to Florida, is becoming the next object of interest for the United States after Venezuela. For decades, Cuba has successfully resisted Washington's influence; however, today it faces extremely challenging conditions. The publication vz.ru raises the question of whether the country can withstand the current situation.

14.01.2026, 11:27
Official of "UNAА" detained for illegal vehicle registration
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Official of "UNAА" detained for illegal vehicle registration

The fact of abuse of office was established in the Chui region, concerning the illegal registration of a vehicle. In 2023, two citizens, identified as S.A. and J.R., imported a car of the brand "Lexus RX 330," which was declared as a set of spare parts. To illegally register the vehicle and subsequently sell it, they acquired a registration certificate for the same model car that had previously been damaged in a traffic accident and belonged to citizen N.I. Additionally, counterfeit

14.01.2026, 11:26
News / Education news

A school for 500 students is being built in the city of Uzgen

In the Osh region, in Uzgen, the construction of a new school with a total area of 5,897 sq.m. is underway on the territory of MTU No. 10. According to information from the press service of the Ministry of Construction, the funding for the work is provided from the state budget, and the cost of the tender is 262 million soms.

14.01.2026, 11:24
Exclusive

In 2025, 35 violations of phytosanitary requirements were identified, - Ministry of Agriculture

- According to information from the press service of the Ministry of Agriculture, 35 cases of non-compliance with phytosanitary requirements were identified in Kyrgyzstan during 2025 when importing goods. The total volume of returned products amounted to 562.5 tons, including 70,515 seedlings, 11,387 units of floral products, and 136 cubic meters of lumber. All returned goods were sent back to their senders.

14.01.2026, 11:21
Economy / Exclusive

In Bazar-Korgon, a road connecting several villages to the city has been opened after reconstruction

In the Bazar-Korgon district, the opening of a two-kilometer section of the Shaydan—Abdurayimov road took place after repair works were completed. According to information from the akimat, this section of the road is located in the territory of the Kenesh rural area and provides connectivity for several villages with the district and the city of Bazar-Korgon.

14.01.2026, 11:21
A fire occurred at the "Choluk Ata" market in Naryn
Local news

A fire occurred at the "Choluk Ata" market in Naryn

A fire broke out at the 'Choluk Ata' market in Naryn, as reported by the local emergency management agency. Preliminary data indicates that the fire started in one of the hairdressing salon's premises. Firefighters from the city and district units of the Naryn emergency management agency were dispatched to extinguish the flames. The fire was localized at 8:26 AM and completely extinguished by 9:05 AM. The total area affected by the fire was approximately 90 square meters.

14.01.2026, 11:18
Incidents

In Bishkek, a man threatened with a gun after a road conflict

On the evening of January 13, an incident occurred in Bishkek when a man involved in a traffic conflict pulled out an object resembling a gun. This information was published by the Lenin District Police Department. As a result of the incident, a 33-year-old man, N. I., was detained and later taken to the Lenin District Internal Affairs Department. A report was filed against him under Article 126 "Minor Hooliganism" of the Code of Offenses of the Kyrgyz Republic. After that, the man

14.01.2026, 11:18
Local news

Deputy on entry rules for Kazakhstanis: Teachers at a Bishkek school are being forced to resign

At the meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh held on January 14, Elvira Surabaldiyeva raised the issue of problems arising from restrictions on the entry of citizens of Kazakhstan into Kyrgyzstan. She noted that new rules were introduced in Kazakhstan on September 1, under which Kyrgyz citizens cannot stay on its territory for more than 90 days within a six-month period. These measures came into full effect in Kyrgyzstan on December 1. Surabaldiyeva emphasized that many citizens were not properly

14.01.2026, 11:17
Two Initiatives for 100 Days: The Cabinet Will Simplify Customs Procedures and Medical Examinations
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Two Initiatives for 100 Days: The Cabinet Will Simplify Customs Procedures and Medical Examinations

During a meeting held by the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers, Adylbek Kasymaliev, with the participation of heads of state agencies and authorized representatives of the president in the regions, the most important tasks for the beginning of the year were discussed. Kasymaliev emphasized the need for a clear definition of priorities and concentration of efforts to achieve strategic goals, including ensuring sustainable development, maintaining economic growth rates, improving the welfare

14.01.2026, 11:16
Exclusive

The State Financial Supervision revoked licenses from 5 virtual asset exchange operators

According to information provided by the State Financial Supervision, a number of virtual asset exchange operators have lost their licenses. These measures were taken in order to quickly respond to potential risks associated with the activities of virtual asset service providers, as well as to protect the rights of clients and other consumers. The reasons for the revocation of licenses were violations of:

14.01.2026, 11:16
Exclusive

Environmental raids in Osh revealed illegal hunting cases amounting to 68,000 soms in fines

In Osh, cases of illegal hunting have been recorded, with a total fine amounting to 68,000 soms Turmush — During the festive New Year holidays, violations of hunting regulations were registered in Osh, for which poachers received fines totaling 68,000 soms, as reported by the press service of NABU Kyrgyzstan. According to the information, employees of the southern branch of NABU Kyrgyzstan, together with representatives of state environmental authorities, conducted raids during the New Year

14.01.2026, 11:15
Exclusive

In Kyrgyzstan, flour and cereals worth 9.4 billion soms were produced in the first 11 months of 2025.

- According to official statistics, the volume of flour and cereal production in the Kyrgyz Republic from January to November 2025 amounted to 9 billion 442.1 million soms, demonstrating an increase compared to 2024 (8 billion 160.4 million soms). The physical volume index of production for the 11 months of 2025 reached 108%, indicating real growth in output. In comparison, during the same period last year, this index was 110.3%.

14.01.2026, 11:11
Exclusive

"People are tired of tenders, it's time to abandon this concept," - speaker of the Parliament

The Speaker of the Jogorku Kenesh, Nurlanbek Turgunbek uulu, noted at the plenary session on January 14, 2026, that the population is tired of the constant mention of tenders in various areas of life. He emphasized that currently, any construction, whether it be schools, kindergartens, or other facilities, is inevitably associated with tender procedures. “People are so fatigued by the term 'tender' that the president has instructed to address the issues related to prolonged tenders.

14.01.2026, 11:07
News / Education news

The deputy requests to allow students of the Aravan district to continue their studies in the mosque and FAP until the school is built.

In the Aravan district, students of the Madamin Nazarov school continue their classes in the premises of the mosque and the FAP (Field-Attached Post). At a recent parliamentary meeting, deputy Eldar Sulaymanov, representing district No. 5, reported that residents of the area are requesting to keep their children studying in these temporary facilities until the construction of a new school is completed, instead of transferring them to more distant educational institutions.

14.01.2026, 11:04
Local news

Elvira Surabaldiyeva asks the authorities not to relocate the boarding school for blind and visually impaired children

At the meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh on January 14, Deputy Elvira Surabaldiyeva expressed concern over the relocation of the special boarding school for blind and visually impaired children. There are only two such institutions in the country: one in Bishkek and the other in Osh. The capital's boarding school educates 220 children, of whom 100 come from various regions.

14.01.2026, 11:03