The National Bank of Kyrgyzstan (NB KR) has published a draft of new rules aimed at organizing the functioning of financial marketplaces. This document proposes the implementation of unified technological API standards, as well as strengthening the protection of users' personal data.
- The leading farmers of the country have become more responsible in their use of government loans, directing them towards the stated goals. This information was announced on the radio by the First Deputy Minister of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry, Zhanibek Kerimaliev. Kerimaliev noted that at the beginning of the implementation of programs for financing the agricultural sector, there were cases where funds were used for unintended purposes, including expenses for repairs
The competitions are known for their dynamics and spectacle From January 18 to 24, 2026, Bishkek, the capital of Kyrgyzstan, will host the Youth World Ice Hockey Championship for teams under 20 years old (IIHF Division III-B). This information was announced by the Ice Hockey Federation of the Kyrgyz Republic.
The opening of the updated bridge on J. Shamsiyev Street took place in the city of Osh, under the guidance of Mayor Jenishbek Toktorbaev after the completion of major repairs. According to the city administration, this event gathered not only local authorities but also residents of the region.
On Razzakov Street, 24 in Bishkek, at the intersection with Chokmorov Street, another building of historical value was demolished. This became known thanks to activists from the group "BishkekSmog". In early January, they noticed preparatory work on the site, after which urban defender Iskander Burkanov confirmed the information about the demolition.
Despite the fact that many parents continue to believe that treating milk teeth is pointless since they are temporary, this opinion often leads to serious problems. It can cause bite disorders, premature tooth loss, and the need for treatment of permanent teeth in childhood. According to data from the Ministry of Health, a study on the prevalence of caries among children aged 2 to 18 showed that 79-100% of children aged 2 to 6 suffer from caries, and by the age of 18, this figure reaches 94.8%.
The goalkeeper representing England on the international stage and playing for Everton, Jordan Pickford, has purchased a historic mansion in Cheshire for £5.7 million. This house once hosted high-profile guests, including members of the British royal family.
During the specified period, the number of trucks delivered increased by 7,274 units, which corresponds to a growth of 65%, while the volume of imported vehicles rose by $110.1 million, which is almost 2.1 times more compared to the previous year.
The study published in The Lancet Global Health established a causal link between the imposition of sanctions and an increase in mortality across different age groups. The authors of the paper, including Francisco Rodríguez, Silvio Rendón, and Mark Weisbrot, analyzed data from 152 countries over the period from 1971 to 2021, using various analytical methods such as entropy balancing and Granger causality.
Today, a telephone conversation took place between the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic, Jeenbek Kulubaev, and his Belarusian counterpart, Maxim Ryzhenkov. According to the press service of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Kyrgyzstan, during the conversation, the ministers discussed important aspects of Kyrgyz-Belarusian relations. In particular, they reviewed plans for future meetings at high and top levels, including visits between the foreign ministries.
An incident occurred on the grounds of one of the leading hotels in Karakol — a yurt caught fire. The footage from the scene is being actively shared on social media. This incident has been confirmed by the regional emergency service.
Citizens are urged not to pressure inspectors Recent cases of calls to "influential" protectors and intimidation occurring during the performance of their duties by municipal inspection employees negatively affect the reputation of the service and demoralize those who work diligently. This was reported on social media by Myrlan Talaibekov (Tsarikaev), the head of the municipal inspection.
Anthony Joshua, the famous British boxer and two-time world heavyweight champion, made his first public comment following the tragic car accident that occurred on December 29, 2025, in Nigeria. As a result of the incident, his close friends - Sina Gami and Latif Ayodele - lost their lives.
In Bishkek, officers of the Patrol Police detained a driver who was in a state of alcohol intoxication. This information was provided by the press service of the department. According to available data, the man ignored the police officers' demands to stop, which prompted him to attempt to flee. During the pursuit, he parked his car, threw away the ignition keys, and tried to escape. However, during this process, he injured his leg and was apprehended.
Raykhan Ibragimova has been appointed head of the Department of Labor, Social Security, and Migration of the city of Sulukta in the Batken region. She is currently 63 years old; she is an engineer-technologist and an economist by education.
Luke Littler, an 18-year-old darts player from the UK, has confirmed his status as world champion by successfully defending his title at the tournament in Alexandra Palace. He has now joined the ranks of great players such as Phil Taylor, Adrian Lewis, and Gary Anderson, who have also been world champions twice.
According to the press service of the Sverdlovsk District Internal Affairs Directorate, a criminal case was initiated on January 6 in connection with the abuse of young people that took place in a private house in the village of Alamidin. This situation attracted public attention after a video documenting the incident appeared on social media. In accordance with the Criminal Code of Kyrgyzstan, the case has been registered under Article 280, which pertains to hooliganism.
Turmush — The Jalal-Abad Regional Philharmonic named after Toktosun Tynibekov now has a new leader. Nasiridin Tegin Asylbek Tölön uulu, who is 48 years old, has been appointed as the director of the philharmonic with a three-month probation period. The Deputy Minister of Culture, Information and Youth Policy, Soyuzbek Nadyrbekov, introduced the new head of the team on December 29, 2025.
- Breeding livestock and seed production play an important role in ensuring the sustainable development of the agricultural sector in Kyrgyzstan. This was reported in a radio interview by the First Deputy Minister of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry, Zhanibek Kerimaliev. According to Kerimaliev, a special order has been issued to increase the number of breeding livestock, taking into account the climatic features of the regions. This document includes recommendations for
In his address, Putin emphasized the importance of the return of the flag and anthem at international sports arenas, calling this event "a common great victory." The President highlighted that for three decades, the Paralympic Committee of Russia has been fulfilling a significant social mission, facilitating the integration of people with disabilities into adaptive sports and helping to reveal their talents.
Employees of the police in Bishkek have detained a suspect in a theft during which money and jewelry were stolen from a private home. This became known on January 6 from the press service of the Internal Affairs Department of the Pervomaisky District. On October 15, 2025, a woman named K.G. reported to law enforcement. She stated that on the same day, a man she barely knew, who introduced himself as "T.", illegally entered her home on Koenkozov Street. From the residence, he secretly
The Maldives national team will once again be led by Istvan Urbanyi, who previously held this position twice: from 2009 to 2010 and from 2011 to 2013. During this time, he achieved significant success in regional competitions and raised the overall level of the team.
In an interview with CNN, Hinton emphasized that modern AI systems are capable of performing not only simple tasks but also developing entire projects that require up to an hour of work. He warned that if this trend continues, significantly fewer employees will be needed to carry out complex programs. Currently, Hinton compares the progress of AI to the industrial revolution, when physical labor became less in demand. Now, intellectual labor is at risk.
The general plan for Bishkek is currently at the approval stage. As a result of public discussions, changes may be made, but the main ideas will remain unchanged. Capital Development Plan The new general plan emphasizes the construction of multi-story residential complexes. It is expected that over 60% of new housing will consist of apartment buildings, of which nearly half will be high-rise (nine stories and above). Medium-rise buildings will account for about 11%, while low-rise houses up to
In the capital of Uzbekistan, law enforcement agencies detained three men who were selling drugs through a Telegram bot. To ensure anonymity, they accepted payments exclusively in cryptocurrency, reports the publication "Kursiv." The operation took place in the Yunusabad district of Tashkent. At the time of the arrest, the criminals were processing orders through their channel. The total turnover of their activities amounted to about $2.3 million.
In order to diversify the New Year celebrations, a cultural event called "Let's Sing Together" was held in Batken. According to the city administration, the event took place in a square decorated with a New Year tree, where residents could enjoy an open public space.
Last year, Kyrgyzstan marked the launch of 63 new facilities in the agro-industrial complex, including trade and logistics centers, as well as enterprises for the processing of grain, meat, milk, vegetables, fruits, and wool. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry. These initiatives have created 2,707 jobs in various regions of the country and significantly strengthened production capacity. According to the report from the
On January 6, a telephone conversation took place during which the ministers discussed important issues related to Kyrgyz-Belarusian relations, as reported by the press service of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic. During the conversation, the interlocutors reviewed the schedule of upcoming high-level meetings, including visits organized by the foreign ministries, the message states.
By the end of 2025, 63 projects aimed at processing agricultural products and developing trade and logistics infrastructure had been implemented in the country. Among them, one can highlight enterprises for the processing of grains, vegetables, and fruits, as well as dairy and meat products, fish, wool, vegetable oil, and organic production facilities. This data was provided by the press service of the Ministry of Agriculture of the Kyrgyz Republic.
In Kyrgyzstan, the cabinet of ministers has initiated a public discussion on a new project concerning the procedure for sending copies of rulings on administrative offenses recorded by automatic photo cameras. According to the proposal, it pertains to violations identified using certified automated technical means. Copies of the rulings, along with accompanying documents, are to be sent in electronic format through the automated system "Unified Register of Offenses - Automatic Recording of
The Minister of Culture, Information, and Youth Policy, Mirbek Mambetaliev, shared information about planned measures to improve the financial situation of workers in the cultural sector in an interview with AKIpress. In his statement, he noted that starting from April of this year, the salaries of all budget employees involved in education and culture will be increased by 50%. Additionally, the Ministry of Culture has proposed to increase bonuses for employees in this sector.
The investigation into the tragic death of a serviceman of the State Penitentiary Service (GPS) will be conducted by the military prosecutor's office. According to information received from the press service of the Internal Affairs Department of the Jalal-Abad region, the incident occurred on January 5, 2026, when the Bazar-Korgon District Internal Affairs Department received a report that serviceman A.A., born in 2007, while on guard duty, shot himself and died.
According to data from the National Statistical Committee, working women in rural areas spend an average of six and a half hours a day on household duties, while in cities this figure is about five hours. These are the results of a sample time budget survey. Women dedicate about 4 hours and 40 minutes daily to household chores, which accounts for more than 19.4% of their total time. In contrast, men spend only 3.8% or less than one hour a day on these tasks. In rural areas, both men and women
After the New Year holidays, there has been a significant influx of tourists from Uzbekistan to the ski resorts in the Osh region, as reported by the press service of the regional police department. According to information from law enforcement agencies, during the weekends, police officers are actively ensuring safety at these popular resorts. The Chyyyrchyk and Kara-Koy ski bases have noted a significant increase in the number of vacationers, the majority of whom are guests from the
Interview of Asel Sherniyazova with Kate Winslet. Kate Winslet presented her first directorial project titled Goodbye, June, which began screening in theaters on December 12 and will be available for viewing on Netflix worldwide starting December 24.
According to data from the National Statistical Committee, in 2025, the price of AI-92 gasoline increased by 11.4 soms, which is equivalent to 17.5%. If in December 2024 the average cost of this gasoline was 65.07 soms, by December 2025 it rose to 76.46 soms. The most noticeable price increase occurred in the fall, when the cost of gasoline exceeded 70 soms. Nevertheless, this type of fuel continues to remain the most affordable in the country. There is also an increase in the price of AI-95
According to Google Trends, interest in queries related to Nike has reached a maximum level of 100 points. Some sizes, including 3XL, in which Maduro was captured, are already sold out on the official Nike website; this size disappeared from the shelves in just an hour. The complete set, consisting of a hoodie and pants, is priced at $270: $145 for the hoodie and $125 for the joggers. At the same time, the global community continues to discuss the possible consequences of Maduro's
In Karakol, several teenagers were detained on January 5 for engaging in auto hooliganism the day before the holiday, reports the Traffic Safety Department of the Interior Ministry of the Issyk-Kul region. According to the agency's information, on December 29, 2025, at 04:00, a video appeared online showing minors driving a car on the streets of Karakol without driver's licenses.
According to new regulations, advertisements for low-quality products can only appear on British airwaves after a specified time. In the internet space, such advertisements are subject to a complete ban. As reported by The Guardian, the new restrictions apply to 13 categories of products that contain high levels of sugar, fat, and salt. These include sugary drinks (including yogurts), chips, salty crackers, cookies, sugar-laden breakfasts, popcorn, chocolate, chewing gum, ice cream, baked
The premiere of the documentary film took place on social media In Kyrgyzstan, a documentary film dedicated to President Sadyr Japarov has been created. This was reported by journalist Aibek Biibosunov on his social media.
The Cabinet of Ministers is developing a set of measures to improve the educational system in Kyrgyzstan as part of the National Development Program until 2030. Among the planned initiatives are increasing the coverage of preschool education for children aged 3-5 to 80% and school education for children aged 6-17 to 98.8%. All educational institutions in the country must be equipped with ramps for children with disabilities.
In 2025, Russian courts recorded an unprecedented number of life sentences, issuing such verdicts 100 times from January to November. This became the highest figure in the last two decades. Human rights organizations link the increase in life sentences to the expansion of the list of criminal offenses for which this type of punishment can be imposed.
The President discussed issues related to housing prices At the IV People's Kurultai, held in Bishkek at the end of 2025, delegates raised the relevant topic of the cost of housing being built by the State Mortgage Company (GIK). President Sadyr Japarov commented on the situation at that time.
In Osh, starting from February 2025, under the pretext of losing biofunctional properties, many trees were cut down. The question of what happened to the felled trees and what funds were obtained from their sale has become the focus of the Greening and Landscaping Combine. According to information provided by Azamat Sovetbekov, the head of the combine, a significant portion of the felled trees was located on Kurmanjan-Datka Street. The city council approved the cutting down of 1,430 trees along
According to information from IQAir, as of January 5, 2026, at 5:00 PM, the air quality index in Bishkek is 175 AQI. This level is considered unhealthy.
The Kyrgyzstan national football team has announced the final squad for participation in the Asian Youth Cup (U-23), which will take place in Saudi Arabia. The team consists of 23 players.
In 2025, two significant musicals were staged at the Toktogul Satylganov National Philharmonic — "Raymaly and Begimai" and "Jamilya." A budget of 10 million soms was allocated for the creation of the first one, which has already generated about 30 million soms in revenue. This was revealed in an interview with the Minister of Culture, Mirbek Mambetaliev, in AKIpress. “We presented the musical 'Raymaly and Begimai' in Bishkek 15 times, and each time the audience
On January 6, the press service of the Main Internal Affairs Directorate of the Chui Region reported the detention of suspects in livestock theft. A resident of the village of Manas, located in the Sokuluk district, reported that on December 27 at 21:29, intruders entered his yard and stole 21 sheep from his barn.
