Rare species of wild animals have been captured in the State Nature Park "Khan-Teniri." This information comes from the Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision of the Kyrgyz Republic. According to the ministry's data, the installation of camera traps was carried out by the Public Fund "Ilbirs Fund" as part of the AMIK project.
According to IQAir data, as of 11:00 AM on January 26, 2026, Bishkek recorded an air quality index of 85 AQI. This level is considered satisfactory.
Weather conditions in Kyrgyzstan for January 27. According to information from Kyrgyzhydromet, snowfall is predicted in the mountains of Jalal-Abad and Batken regions during the night, while no precipitation is expected in other regions. During the day, snow may occur in Talas, Jalal-Abad, and Batken regions, as well as in the mountainous areas of Chui region. However, there will be no precipitation in the agricultural zone of Chui region and in the regions of Osh, Issyk-Kul, and Naryn. Snow
Deputy Minister of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry Bakyt Torobaev announced the preparation of an important project aimed at preventing the shortage of irrigation water in Kyrgyzstan. According to him, negotiations with the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development on financing the concreting of the water supply canal of the Western branch of the Second Big Chui Canal (BChK) have been completed. A corresponding agreement is currently being prepared.
As of January 25, 2026, at 5:00 PM, the air quality level in Bishkek was 102 AQI. This level is considered harmful to vulnerable groups of the population.
According to IQAir data, the air pollution level in Bishkek on January 25, 2026, at 11:00 is 133 AQI. This index indicates negative effects on vulnerable population groups.
Weather forecast for Kyrgyzstan on January 26. According to information from Kyrgyzhydromet, snow is expected in the mountainous areas of Chui and Jalal-Abad during the night of January 26. In other regions, including the agricultural zones of these areas, no rain is anticipated.
In the rapidly disappearing Atlantic Forest, mosquitoes are adapting to an environment dominated by human activity. A study published in the journal Frontiers in Ecology and Evolution has shown that many insect species now prefer human blood over traditional wildlife food sources. This shift significantly increases the risk of spreading dangerous viruses such as dengue and Zika.
On the weekend, the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers Adylbek Kasymaliev organized a walking tour with members of the Cabinet and employees of the Presidential Administration in the picturesque natural park "Ala-Archa". According to information received from the Cabinet's press service, this event aimed to promote a healthy lifestyle, strengthen team spirit in government bodies, and draw attention to environmental protection issues and the development of domestic tourism.
According to information from IQAir, on January 24, 2026, at 5:00 PM, the air quality index in Bishkek was 226 AQI. This value is considered very unhealthy.
The work of rescuers and divers has been significantly simplified thanks to the strengthening of the technical base of the Ministry of Emergency Situations, reports the press service of the agency. According to the ministry, the diving service has received new equipment, including boats, as well as winter and summer special clothing, not to mention underwater drones. Thanks to this new equipment, over the past three years, divers have been able to retrieve old poaching nets that had been on the
According to the data from Kyrgyzhydromet, snowfall is expected at night in the foothills and mountainous areas of the Jalal-Abad region, as well as in the mountains of the Chui and Batken regions. At the same time, there will be no precipitation in the valley zones of the Jalal-Abad region and in the agricultural areas of the Chui and Batken regions, as well as in the Talas, Osh, Issyk-Kul, and Naryn regions. During the day on January 25, snow is possible in some places in the Naryn region, as
On January 24, avalanches, snow drifts, snow cover, and ice are forecasted in the mountainous regions of Kyrgyzstan and on certain sections of highways. This was reported by the Kyrgyz Hydrometeorological Service. Where adverse weather conditions are possible
According to IQAir, as of 5:00 PM on January 23, 2026, the air quality level in Bishkek is 73 AQI. This figure corresponds to the satisfactory category.
According to IQAir, as of January 24, 2026, at 11:00, the air pollution level in Bishkek is 127 AQI. This level is considered harmful to vulnerable groups of the population.
As of January 24 in Bishkek, at 09:50, the temperature recorded by Windy.com is -11°C. The wind is blowing from the southeast at a speed of 3 m/s, with gusts reaching up to 6 m/s. The sky is cloudy.
According to information from IQAir, on January 22, 2026, at 5:00 PM, Bishkek recorded a 257 AQI. This level of the index is characterized as very unhealthy.
Weather forecast for January 24 for Kyrgyzstan. According to Kyrgyzhydromet, snow is expected at night in some areas of Chui, Jalal-Abad, Issyk-Kul, and Naryn regions. No precipitation is anticipated in Talas, Osh, and Batken regions. During the day, there will also be no precipitation, but fog may occur in some places. Snow cover and ice remain on the roads. The wind will blow from the west at a speed of 4-9 m/s, and during the night hours, its speed may increase to 15-20 m/s in the western
In Kyrgyzstan, under the leadership of the Minister of Natural Resources, Meder Mashiev, a program is being implemented aimed at reducing air pollution levels and improving the ecological situation in the country. According to the press service of the Ministry of Natural Resources, in March 2025, the composition of the interdepartmental commission dealing with air quality improvement issues was updated. It includes representatives from 25 different ministries and agencies, as well as deputies
In 2025, 202 protocols for violations of emission standards from motor vehicles were registered, resulting in fines totaling over 3.7 million soms. This information was provided by the Ministry of Nature of the Kyrgyz Republic. Additionally, during inspections over the same period, 450 protocols were drawn up amounting to 9.87 million soms, and notifications were sent to 3,795 enterprises requiring compliance with environmental standards.
According to information from IQAir, as of 11:00 on January 23, 2026, the air quality index in Bishkek was recorded at 60 AQI. This figure is classified as satisfactory.
As of the morning of January 23, the air temperature in Bishkek is recorded at -5°C, according to data from Windy.com. Moderate western winds are expected at a speed of 6 m/s, with gusts reaching 13 m/s. The weather is accompanied by snowfall.
In Bishkek, the reconstruction of the wastewater treatment facilities continues as part of an investment project with a total budget of 56 million US dollars. The press service of the city administration reported this on January 22. Currently, certain successes have been achieved: two reservoirs have been put into operation and an automated process control system has been implemented.
On January 21, 2025, an extended meeting was held at the Ministry of Nature, chaired by Minister Meder Mashiev, to discuss the issues of inventorying municipal wastewater treatment facilities (MWTF) in Kyrgyzstan. According to the press service of the Ministry of Nature, the purpose of the event was to develop comprehensive solutions and measures for the construction, reconstruction, and modernization of outdated treatment facilities.
New notable photos of wild animals in their natural habitat have been taken in the State Nature Park "Khan-Teniri." According to the Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision of the Kyrgyz Republic, a camera trap installed in May 2025 and activated in December captured a rich diversity of local fauna. Among the recorded species were a bear, snow leopard, lynx, mountain goats, hares, and a pack of wolves. The "Khan-Teniri" park is located in the
Weather forecast for Kyrgyzstan on January 23. According to information from Kyrgyzhydromet, during the night, snow is expected in most areas of Chui, Talas, Osh, Jalal-Abad, Batken, and Naryn regions, with precipitation also possible in some places in the Issyk-Kul region, where it will be intense in Chui and Jalal-Abad regions. During the day, snow will be observed in most parts of Chui, Talas, Osh, Jalal-Abad, Issyk-Kul, and Naryn regions, as well as in some areas of Batken region. Fog is
On January 22, in the Panfilov district of the Chui region, inspectors from the regional office of the Ecological Supervision Service conducted a raid during which they discovered illegal hunting activities. According to information from the press service of the Ministry of Nature, the inspection revealed that two men had illegally shot three pheasants. The offenders were detained at the scene.
In the Chon-Kemin Nature Park, the winter feeding process for wild animals continues. Park staff have placed hay at feeding sites along the "Zhanibek" route. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Nature. Monitoring has shown that roe deer have started to approach the feeding sites, and traces of wild boar have also been found. Animal counting is carried out using a smart monitoring system.
Fresh photographs of wild animals taken with the help of camera traps have been released from the State Nature Park "Khan-Teniri". The captured images feature rare species such as the snow leopard and lynx, as well as mountain goats, a fox, and a pack of wolves. Interestingly, tourists also passed along the same trail where the animals were photographed.
At the parliamentary meeting on January 22, Speaker of the Jogorku Kenesh Nurlanbek Turgunbek uulu reported that this winter season, for the first time, several instances of air quality corresponding to the "green zone" were recorded in Bishkek. He noted that based on daily measurements, the capital transitioned into the green zone, and "there is no smog, as usual." City authorities conducted research on the causes of smog and its consequences, as well as implemented various
As reported by IQAir, at 11:00 on January 22, 2026, the air quality index in Bishkek reached 165 AQI. This level is considered unhealthy.
According to IQAir, the air pollution level in Bishkek at 5:00 PM on January 21, 2026, was 200 AQI. This figure indicates an unhealthy level of air quality.
On January 21, at a parliamentary meeting, Deputy of the Jogorku Kenesh Erkayim Seitkazieva drew attention to the problem of the landfill located in the village of Gagarin in the Issyk-Ata district. According to Seitkazieva, there are daily fires at the solid waste landfill in the rural municipality of Jeek during the summer. Even with the arrival of 4-5 fire trucks from the Ministry of Emergency Situations, it is not possible to completely extinguish the fire hotspots.
A meeting was held in Bishkek to discuss issues related to the digitalization of the geological sector. The event was chaired by the Minister of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision, Meder Mashiev. The main focus was on preparing the information system "Nedra" for the testing phase. According to the department, as part of the digitalization efforts, a geological information system "Nedra" is actively being developed at the Kyrgyz Geological Service. This
According to information from Kyrgyzhydromet, on the night of January 22, snow is possible in some areas of the Talas and Batken regions, as well as in the mountainous zones of the Osh and Jalal-Abad regions. At the same time, no precipitation is forecasted in the agricultural areas of the Osh and Jalal-Abad regions, as well as in the Chui, Issyk-Kul, and Naryn regions. During the day, most of the Talas, Jalal-Abad, and Batken regions will also be under snow, while the Issyk-Kul and Naryn
According to IQAir data, at 11:00 on January 21, 2026, the air quality in Bishkek reached 124 AQI. This level of the air quality index is considered harmful to vulnerable groups.
Recent activities at the E. Gareev Botanical Garden in Bishkek include the installation of new fences and the removal of invasive plants. This was reported by the deputy director of the Botanical Garden, Nurlan Albanov, in the "Birinchi Radio" broadcast on January 21. According to Albanov, the old fences, which were installed between 1962 and 1964, have not withstood the test of time and have deteriorated, leading to the formation of gaps that allow people to enter the garden's
In the Botanical Garden, work is planned for the cleaning and improvement of the area from Sukhe-Bator Street to the Southern Highway. The Deputy Director of the Botanical Garden, Nurlan Albanov, shared this information on the air of "Birinchi Radio." The total area of this zone is about 80 hectares. The plan includes the creation of laboratories dedicated to fruit and berry crops, as well as a specialized botanical experimental laboratory.
In a new report from the Institute of Water Resources at the United Nations University, it is stated that the world is facing a phenomenon that can be described as "global water bankruptcy." According to the UN, approximately 6.1 billion people, or about 75% of the world's population, live in areas where freshwater supplies are unstable or under critical threat. Every year, nearly 4 billion people experience acute water shortages for at least one month.
In Bishkek, high levels of air pollution have been recorded again, and Deputy Mahabat Mavlyanova (District No. 3) pointed to coal as one of the main causes of this problem during a parliamentary session. According to her information, burning coal is one of the leading sources of smog. This process is accompanied by emissions of toxic substances such as carbon monoxide and arsenic, which negatively affect the health of the population. Mavlyanova cited the experience of Mongolia and other
In the Bishkek Botanical Garden named after E. Gareev, new spaces will be created, including a children's sports playground, an open-air amphitheater, mini-football fields, and a workout area, as well as a modern conference hall and closed zones for scientific research. This was announced by the deputy director of the garden, Nurlan Albanov, on the air of "Birinchi Radio." As Albanov explained, international experience was taken into account when developing new infrastructure
According to IQAir, as of 5:00 PM on January 20, 2026, the air quality index in Bishkek was 122 AQI. This level is considered harmful to vulnerable groups of the population.
On January 20, an expanded meeting was held at the Ministry of Nature under the leadership of Minister Meder Mashiev, which was attended by representatives of structural and regional departments, as well as JSC "Tündük" and CJSC "Alpha Telecom." According to the press service of the Ministry of Nature, Minister Mashiev, together with the chairperson of JSC "Tündük," Jumayeva, launched the testing of three automated information systems: "Digital Waste
Based on information from IQAir, on January 20, 2026, at 11:00, the air quality index in Bishkek was recorded at 144 AQI. This level is characterized as unhealthy for sensitive groups.
At the parliamentary meeting, Deputy Gulai Mashrapova (District 8) raised the issue of the need to inspect the "Asphalt-Beton Group" plant for compliance with environmental standards in the Kara-Suu district. According to Mashrapova, local residents are expressing concern about the smoke coming from the facility. The plant suspended its operations on December 20 due to adverse weather conditions and plans to resume work with the onset of warm weather. The deputy insists on the
In the Botanical Garden, construction of mini-football fields has begun on a plot with rocky soil. This was reported on January 21 during a broadcast on "Birinchi Radio" by Nurbek Albanov, the deputy director of the garden. According to Albanov, the botanical garden, located on Akhunbaev Street, covers an area of 127 hectares. The mini-football fields are planned to be placed near the entrance that leads to this same street.
A working meeting took place at the mayor's office of the capital of Kyrgyzstan, involving the Belarusian side, dedicated to issues of ecology and the disposal of solid household waste. The videoconference was initiated by Belarus and was covered by the press service of the Bishkek mayor's office. Vice Mayor of Bishkek Ramiz Aliyev, Belarusian Ambassador to Kyrgyzstan Sergey Molunov, as well as the Ministers of Housing and Communal Services and Natural Resources of Belarus, Gennady
According to information from Kyrgyzhydromet, various weather conditions are expected in Kyrgyzstan on January 21. During the night, snow is possible in some parts of the Issyk-Kul and Naryn regions, as well as in the mountainous areas of the Batken region. No precipitation is expected in the other areas of the Batken region and in agricultural territories. During the day, snow is also expected in the mountainous areas of the Batken region, while the other areas will remain dry. Fog is possible