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The UK has announced the development of a missile for Ukraine with a range of over 500 km
In the world

The UK has announced the development of a missile for Ukraine with a range of over 500 km

Adobe Stock The UK Ministry of Defence has announced the launch of a competition to create a new ground-based ballistic missile for Ukraine, named Nightfall. The missile is expected to be equipped with a warhead weighing 200 kg and will be capable of hitting targets at a distance of over 500 km. It is planned to produce up to 10 such missiles each month, with each costing up to £800,000 (approximately $1.1 million). UK Defence Secretary Jon Healey stated: “We are committed to providing the

12.01.2026, 12:04
Exclusive

About the Beloved and the Party Official — Ryspay Abdykadyrov's Daughter Dispels Rumors About Her Father

This year, the outstanding singer and composer [url=http://who.ca-news.org/people:29533]Ryspay Abdykadyrov R. Abdykadyrov was born on January 12, 1941, in the village of Kyzyl-Bulak, located in the Kara-Kulzhinsky district of the Osh region. He was awarded the title of "Honored Artist of the Kyrgyz Republic". The master, who created more than two hundred songs, passed away at the age of 53 on September 12, 1994, without realizing all his creative plans.

12.01.2026, 12:02
Health

In Kyrgyzstan, adolescents who use nicotine are more frequently found to have high blood pressure, - study

A recent pilot study in Kyrgyzstan, published in the journal "Healthcare of Kyrgyzstan," focused on the prevalence of smoking and vaping among adolescents, as well as their impact on cardiovascular risks. In a survey conducted among 68 adolescents aged 13 to 18 years (39 boys and 29 girls, with an average age of 16.2 ± 1.5 years), participants were young people found in the shopping centers of the Lenin and October districts of Bishkek. The survey questions addressed the use of

12.01.2026, 12:00
Residents of Berlin Will Receive a Ton of Potatoes for Free
In the world / Exclusive

Residents of Berlin Will Receive a Ton of Potatoes for Free

A unique initiative has started in Berlin: local residents and organizations will be offered about 4 million kilograms of potatoes for free, as reported by the Kazinform portal citing DW. The organizers of the campaign are the Berliner Morgenpost newspaper and the company Ecosia, which calculated that the weight of the vegetables is equivalent to that of approximately 800 adult elephants.

12.01.2026, 11:54
Incidents

A resident of the Jayil District accused her brother of attempting to murder their mother

On January 12, the press service of the Main Internal Affairs Department of the Chui Region reported the arrest of a suspect in torture. According to information from a resident of the village of Poltavka, the incident occurred on the night of December 29, 2025, when her brother attempted to take the life of their 75-year-old mother. She stated that he tried to suffocate the woman with a pillow, and when she began to resist, he hit her several times.

12.01.2026, 11:54
Exclusive

In Kyrgyzstan, there are 117 slaughter points operating with veterinary control

- In Kyrgyzstan, there are 117 slaughter points where strict veterinary control is implemented. This information was presented by Bakyt Sharapov, the Deputy Director of the Veterinary Service for Animal Husbandry, Pastures, and Feed under the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Food Processing Industry. According to Sharapov, a system of identification and monitoring has been introduced to track the movement of animals. After slaughter, mandatory veterinary inspections are conducted,

12.01.2026, 11:46
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In the Aravan District, schoolchildren study in a mosque and a rural health post due to the emergency condition of their school.

Students of the Madamin Nazarov school in the Aravan district of the Osh region are forced to study in the premises of a mosque and a medical and obstetric point, local residents report to a Turmush correspondent. As noted by Zhakyp Mamazhanov, head of the district education department, classes in these buildings began in September of this year.

12.01.2026, 11:44
Economy

Re-registration of Individual Entrepreneurs now takes up to 10 minutes

In Kyrgyzstan, the tax service has launched a new online service for the re-registration of individual entrepreneurs on the platform Cabinet.salyk.kg. This information was announced by the agency's press service. With the help of the new solution, entrepreneurs can change their registration details without visiting the tax authorities in person. Previously, the process took two to three working days, but now it has become fully automated and takes only 5-10 minutes.

12.01.2026, 11:43
In Phuket, over 20 tourists were injured in a boat crash, there are casualties
In the world / Exclusive

In Phuket, over 20 tourists were injured in a boat crash, there are casualties

On Sunday, an incident occurred in the Andaman Sea, near Phuket, involving a sightseeing boat that collided with a fishing vessel. As a result of the accident, 23 tourists were injured, according to the Kazinform agency, citing information from TASS. According to data published by the Thairath newspaper, among the injured is an 18-year-old Russian tourist who has been confirmed as a victim of the crash.

12.01.2026, 11:39
In the Jayil District, a man attempted to kill his mother
Incidents

In the Jayil District, a man attempted to kill his mother

In the village of Poltavka, an incident occurred in which a man attempted to kill his elderly mother. The event took place on the night of December 28 to 29, when he, having suffocated the woman with a pillow, tried to commit the crime while she was asleep. However, the mother was able to resist, after which the son began to strike her on various parts of her body. This information was reported by the press service of the Main Internal Affairs Directorate of the Chui region.

12.01.2026, 11:33
Local news

Orozo-2026: When the Muslim Fast Will Begin in Kyrgyzstan

According to preliminary information from the press service of the Spiritual Administration of Muslims of Kyrgyzstan, the holy month of Ramadan (Orozo ayi) in 2026 will begin on February 18. The Night of Power (Lailat al-Qadr) is expected to fall on the night of March 16 to 17, which corresponds to the 27th night of Ramadan.

12.01.2026, 11:27
Local news

Man detained on suspicion of torturing his own mother

In the Chuy region, law enforcement officers detained a man suspected of abusing his mother. This information was received from the regional law enforcement agencies. On December 29, a 38-year-old resident of the village of Poltavka, J. A., reported to the police department of the Jayil district that her brother, 42-year-old J. S., attempted to take the life of their mother, 73-year-old J. M., on the night of December 28 to 29. According to the woman, he tried to suffocate her with a pillow

12.01.2026, 11:26
Local news

The BELES project for the production of domestic buses has been suspended

The BELES project, aimed at launching bus production in Kyrgyzstan, has been temporarily halted. This was reported by Urmat Dyusheev, one of the founders of the company OsOO "Beles.kg," in an interview with 24.kg. Dyusheev noted that recently there have been many misunderstandings and emotional interpretations regarding the commitments that were allegedly made by the president and the state within the framework of the BELES project.

12.01.2026, 11:22
Ecology

In the Kara-Kulja District, a man was fined 12,500 soms for illegal hunting

On January 9, in the Kara-Kulja district, inspectors from the Osh regional office of the Environmental Protection Service, together with the "Bars-2" team from NABU, conducted a raid based on received operational information. According to data provided by the Environmental Protection Service, a violator was found in the territory of Ylai-Talaa, who was hunting without the necessary permit, and there were also no signatures from the gamekeeper or confirmation of payment of the state

12.01.2026, 11:22
Local news

In Russia, voice messages with insults in messengers are now punishable by court.

In the Russian Federation, sending a voice message with insults in messengers can now lead to legal proceedings and the imposition of a fine. This was reported by RIA Novosti, citing court materials. According to the information, the case was heard in Moscow. The court documents indicate that a woman sent an audio message containing insults via Telegram. The victim reported this to the prosecutor's office, where it was established that the actions of the accused contained signs of an

12.01.2026, 11:21
Local news / Exclusive

The head of the human resources department of the Batken Regional Theater, Aizhamal Abdiraimova, has passed away.

On January 10, 2023, at the age of 48, Aizhamal Abdiraimova, who held the position of head of the personnel department at the Batken Regional Musical and Drama Theater named after Apas Zhainakov, passed away, reports Turmush correspondent. The farewell ceremony and funeral took place on January 11 in the village of Kara-Bak, located in the Batken district.

12.01.2026, 11:21
Local news

2,500 spaces are not enough. Where will the residents of the "Muras" complex from GIK park?

At today's ceremony for handing over the keys to the apartments of the second phase of the "Muras" residential complex, the head of the State Mortgage Company (GMC) Talant Zhekshenov announced that the completion of construction is scheduled for the end of 2026. During this ceremony, keys to 1,080 apartments were handed over to the owners, and by the end of the current year, it is planned to complete another 2,688 housing units.

12.01.2026, 11:18
Economy

The President commented on the cost of mortgage housing in Kyrgyzstan

At the key handover event for residents of the "Muras" residential complex by the State Mortgage Company, President Sadyr Japarov explained the cost of mortgage apartments offered by the government. According to him, the cost per square meter of housing being built in Bishkek and the Chui region is approximately $700, after which these properties are transferred to the State Mortgage Company. The president noted that the State Mortgage Company adds about $250 per square meter to this

12.01.2026, 11:18
In the residential areas of Bishkek, over 87 km of power lines were updated in a year
Local news / Exclusive

In the residential areas of Bishkek, over 87 km of power lines were updated in a year

In 2025, work was completed in Bishkek on the installation of over 87 km of SIP-2 type wires. This information was announced by representatives of the Ministry of Energy of the Kyrgyz Republic. According to the ministry's data, the installation work was carried out in various residential areas of the capital, including "Tynchtyk," "Archa-Beshik," "Ak-Ordo," "Verkhny Orok," "Zhenish," "Balban-Taimash," "Dostuk,"

12.01.2026, 11:17
In Chuy Region, a man attempted to kill his mother
Incidents

In Chuy Region, a man attempted to kill his mother

On December 29, 2025, the police department of the Jayil district received a complaint from a resident of the village of Poltavka, citizen J.A., born in 1985. She reported an attempted murder of her mother, J.M., born in 1950, by her brother, J.S., born in 1981. The incident occurred on the night of December 28 to 29 in his home. This was reported by the press service of the Main Internal Affairs Directorate of the Chui region. According to law enforcement agencies, J.S. attempted to suffocate

12.01.2026, 11:15
"Manchester City" signs contract with winger Antoine Semenyo
Sports

"Manchester City" signs contract with winger Antoine Semenyo

The football club "Manchester City" has taken a step to strengthen its attacking line by signing a contract with 26-year-old Ghanaian winger Antoine Semenyo, who previously played for "Bournemouth." The deal amounted to £65 million, made possible by activating the buyout option in the player's contract, allowing the "Citizens" to outmaneuver competitors from other Premier League clubs.

12.01.2026, 11:12
In Poltavka, a man attempted to strangle his mother
Incidents / Exclusive

In Poltavka, a man attempted to strangle his mother

A man suspected of cruel treatment towards his mother has been detained in the Chui region. According to information provided by the Main Internal Affairs Directorate of the Chui region, on December 29, 2025, a woman named Zh.A., born in 1985 and a resident of the village of Poltavka, reported to the Internal Affairs Department of the Jayil district about the criminal actions of her brother — Zh.S., born in 1981, who attempted to harm their mother — Zh.M., born in 1950, on the night of

12.01.2026, 11:11
Ecology

Two Men Fined for Illegal Fishing on the Jazy River in the Uzgen District

On January 8, a raid was conducted in the Uzgen district, organized by inspectors from the Osh Regional Office of the Ecological and Technical Supervision Service and employees of the "Bars-2" group from NABU. During the inspection, one citizen was detained for fishing in the Jazy River without adhering to the necessary regulations. He was fined 1,000 soms in accordance with paragraph 1 of Article 266 of the Code of Offenses, which pertains to amateur fishing rules.

12.01.2026, 11:08
Local news / Exclusive

Oncoming Traffic and Traffic Jams: What's Happening at the Livestock Market in Sokuluk

On the territory of the livestock market in the Sokuluk district of the Chui region, local residents reported to a Turmush correspondent that vehicles often enter the oncoming lane, which in turn leads to traffic jams. “On Fridays and weekends, traffic inspectors are urgently needed here. Without their presence, passenger and freight vehicles arriving at the market start to push into the oncoming lane, which exacerbates the congestion situation and creates significant inconvenience for those

12.01.2026, 11:05
Exclusive

The State National Security Committee detained a man near a bank while receiving 3000 dollars — the court issued a verdict

The judicial panel of the Bishkek City Court has terminated the proceedings in the criminal case against the men suspected of fraud. According to the GKNB information from July 2024, one of the suspects, T.T.K., was arrested for extortion from a Chinese citizen. Posing as a GKNB employee, he demanded money for the "resolution" of a criminal case being handled by the service. In total, he managed to receive 18 thousand dollars but was detained on July 10 while attempting to collect

12.01.2026, 11:03
Incidents

In Thailand, a boat collided with a fishing vessel. Among the injured are Kyrgyz citizens.

In the Thai city of Phuket, an accident occurred in which the sightseeing boat Korawich Marine 888 collided with a fishing vessel. In this situation, 55 people were injured, including citizens of Kyrgyzstan, as reported by TASS, citing the Consul General of the Russian Federation in the Thai province, Yegor Ivanov. According to preliminary data, there were 33 Russians on board the boat, as well as citizens from Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan, and other countries. Unfortunately, as a result

12.01.2026, 11:02
Local news

Amnesty. More than 2,000 convicts released from prisons in Kazakhstan

In Kazakhstan, more than 2,000 convicts have been released from prisons, as reported by the committee of the criminal-executive system of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the country. An amnesty was declared in honor of the 30th anniversary of the Constitution of the Republic of Kazakhstan. Since the beginning of last year, courts have considered nearly 16,000 petitions from inmates. As a result, more than 2,000 people, including women and minors, have gained their freedom. Sentences were

12.01.2026, 10:54
The Mayor of Osh proposed to name a street after Bayaman Erkinbaev
Exclusive

The Mayor of Osh proposed to name a street after Bayaman Erkinbaev

In the southern capital of Kyrgyzstan, the city of Osh, there is a proposal to name one of the streets after Bayaman Erkinbaev, who previously held the position of deputy in the Jogorku Kenesh. The initiative was announced by Mayor Jenishbek Toktorbaev during his recent tour of the city. He noted that the issue of commemorating the memory of the former deputy will be considered in accordance with established procedures. There is also a possibility of erecting a monument in his honor.

12.01.2026, 10:53
Local news

Government Support at a Record Level: The Agricultural Sector Received Over 12 Billion Som

Last year, Kyrgyzstan significantly increased support for the agricultural sector by allocating funds for financing agriculture, processing, and individual entrepreneurship through five state programs. This information was announced by the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry. If previously, loans on preferential terms were provided only within the framework of two programs, in 2025 their number will increase to five, including the areas of "Financing

12.01.2026, 10:50
The BELES project is not closing, but requires modernization — the founder dispelled the rumors
Local news / Exclusive

The BELES project is not closing, but requires modernization — the founder dispelled the rumors

Recently, there has been a lot of misunderstanding and emotional interpretations in social and informational circles regarding the BELES project and its obligations related to the state and the president. Urmat Dyusheev, one of the founders of the company who owns half of the shares, decided to clarify the situation. “At the initial stage, we planned to launch the assembly and production of buses on the territory of Kyrgyzstan. However, during the work process, experts and relevant authorities

12.01.2026, 10:48
Exclusive

Funding for veterinary activities in 2025 amounted to over 261 million soms, - Veterinary Service

- In 2025, over 261 million soms were allocated for veterinary activities in Kyrgyzstan, which allowed for a significant number of actions to prevent and treat animals, reported Bakyt Sharapov, Deputy Director of the Veterinary Service for Animal Husbandry, Pastures, and Feed under the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Food Processing Industry. According to Sharapov, previously about 86-87 million soms were allocated for these needs, but in 2025, funding significantly increased. The

12.01.2026, 10:47
Try not to rush. Horoscope from January 12 to 18
Local news

Try not to rush. Horoscope from January 12 to 18

With the end of the long New Year holidays, active work begins in 2026. It is important to avoid haste and chaotic actions, as this may lead to stress and conflicts. Pay attention to possible irritations from both colleagues and management. Try to organize your tasks, considering potential difficulties and misunderstandings. Ultimately, the planned goals will be achieved, and support from old friends will come in handy. Old romantic relationships may be rekindled, especially with the

12.01.2026, 10:36
In Kyrgyzstan, tests of the first domestic ground kamikaze robot were conducted
Local news

In Kyrgyzstan, tests of the first domestic ground kamikaze robot were conducted

The company Nanospace, representing Kyrgyzstan, successfully conducted combat tests of its first ground kamikaze robot named "Karakurt." The results of the tests, including photos and videos, were posted on social media. Image from social media: Testing of the first domestic ground kamikaze robot in Kyrgyzstan During the tests, the TM-62 anti-tank mine was used, and the results confirmed all the declared technical specifications of the robot. Nanospace noted that the successful

12.01.2026, 10:36