Meyerim Jumanaazarova's younger sister shared her thoughts on the unsuccessful performance at the Islamic Solidarity Games. This tournament took place in November 2025 in Saudi Arabia.
As a result of the fire that occurred the day before at the capital's nursing home, there is an urgent need for donor blood for the victims. This was reported by the Republican Center for Health Promotion, citing data from the Republican Blood Center. As specialists note, during the holiday period there is a sharp decline in the number of donors, as many are on vacation or weekends. At the same time, the demand for blood, on the contrary, increases.
Weather conditions in Kyrgyzstan on January 8. According to Kyrgyzhydromet, clear weather without precipitation is expected in the country. Snow drifts and ice slicks may occur in the foothills and mountains. Fog may be observed in some areas at night. The wind will blow from the southeast at a speed of 5-10 m/s.
In light of the current situation, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Kyrgyzstan strongly advises its citizens to temporarily avoid travel to the Islamic Republic of Iran unless such trips are urgent.
According to information provided on January 7 by the press service of the Main Internal Affairs Directorate of Bishkek, foreign citizens are required to carry original documents that verify their identity. As part of the preventive campaign "Illegal," operatives from the Service for Combating Extremism and Illegal Migration are conducting discussions with foreigners, urging them to comply with the laws of Kyrgyzstan.
In 2025, Kyrgyzstan achieved significant results in the export of agricultural and processed products. According to the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry, Kyrgyz goods are confidently entering international markets, and the geography of export supplies continues to grow. Supplies to China are developing particularly actively. Currently, eight agreements have been signed for the export of various goods, including wool, cashmere, beans, poultry meat, and
- According to Imankulov, in 2025, the service operated in a more intensive mode compared to previous years. The reason for this was the rise in prices for meat products. He explained that in response to this situation, measures of state regulation were introduced, and work on controlling prices for socially significant goods and fuel and lubricants was intensified. “According to the resolution of the Government of the Kyrgyz Republic No. 455, the list of socially significant goods includes 16
The next game will take place on January 9 against Vietnam
Residents of the village of Teploklyuchenka, located in the Ak-Suu district of the Issyk-Kul region, contacted the editorial office of VB.KG with a troubling report. On the eve of Christmas, a robbery occurred at the local church: the perpetrators set fire to the Christmas tree, stole various church items and property from the shop. Their appeal was accompanied by video recordings capturing the aftermath of the fire and the efforts of local residents to clean up. The editorial office requested
Edmar Lacerda, the head coach of the Kyrgyzstan U-23 national football team, expressed his appreciation for goalkeeper Kurmanbek Nurlanbekov, who successfully handled a penalty in the match against Saudi Arabia. The game, which took place on January 6 in Jeddah, was the first match of the group stage of the Youth Asian Cup and ended with a score of 1:0 in favor of the Saudi Arabian team.
Callum Turner has confirmed that he has landed the role of James Bond in the new film about the famous agent 007. This was reported by the Daily Mail, citing the actor's words, who shared the news with friends. Photo Daily Mail. Callum Turner confirmed he has received the role of James Bond
The organizers reported that food fairs will be held in various regions of the country and in Bishkek until June 2026, where local producers, farmers, and artisans will be able to sell their goods. Currently, the republic is not experiencing a shortage of essential products, and the existing stocks are considered sufficient. The aim of such events is to ensure the domestic market and the availability of quality food products for the population. Fairs in Bishkek are held every Saturday and
Documents have been submitted to the National Bank of the Kyrgyz Republic for the establishment of "Post Bank," which will use OJSC "Kyrgyzpost" as an agency network to provide banking services to the population. The bank plans to operate on an agency model, offering basic banking services in accordance with the current legislation and regulations of the NB KR.
In Bangladesh, it has been realized that the country has fallen into a debt trap created by Chinese borrowings. This acknowledgment came from a high-ranking financial official, but specific steps to change the situation are still lacking. Details can be found in an article from the Asian News Post. Debt Trap: Official AcknowledgmentBangladesh has officially recognized that it has found itself in a debt trap, and this is not just the opinion of external analysts, but a conclusion made at the
Aldrich Ames, who previously worked in counterintelligence for the Central Intelligence Agency and was convicted of espionage, has died in prison. This was reported by CBS News, citing information from an FBI representative. According to the agency, Ames passed away on January 5, 2026, and was 84 years old at the time of his death.
Recently, the vessel Bella 1 was renamed Marinera Russia has sent a submarine and "other naval forces" to escort the oil tanker Bella 1, which is being pursued by the US Coast Guard in the Atlantic Ocean. This was reported by The Wall Street Journal, citing an American official. Currently, the tanker, according to the Automatic Identification System (AIS), is located approximately 300 miles south of Iceland.
On the night of January 4, around 02:00, the UPMSM officers stopped a Hyundai vehicle at the intersection of South Highway and Bakayev Street. The driver was a man in a state of intoxication. Information about the incident was disseminated by the UPMSM press service. According to the agency, when the inspectors asked the driver to present his documents, he began to behave inadequately: he threw a tantrum, inflicted injuries on himself, lay down on the roadway, and claimed that the police
As reported by sources in law enforcement agencies, a suspect in a series of frauds has been detained in the Chuy region. This information was provided by representatives of the local police. On December 15, 2025, a man named A. A., born in 1966 and residing in the village of Kara-Zhyhach, approached the police department of the Alamudun district. According to his statement, in November 2024, E. U., taking advantage of his trust under the pretext of a joint business venture, deceitfully
A criminal case has been initiated under the article "Hooliganism" According to the press service of the Ministry of Internal Affairs, a video has appeared on the internet showing an unknown man using physical and psychological violence against several people.
As part of the operation "Illegal," checks are being conducted to ensure compliance with migration legislation According to information from the press service of the Bishkek City Police Department, a preventive event called "Illegal" is taking place in the capital, during which the Special Police Department conducts explanatory work and checks among foreign citizens to ensure compliance with the migration norms of the Kyrgyz Republic.
- According to the Eurasian Development Bank, the average annual exchange rate of the ruble against the US dollar in 2026 will be 94 rubles. This figure is presented in their macroeconomic forecast for the period from 2026 to 2028. Thus, the ruble will weaken compared to 2025, when it was at the level of 85 rubles.
From January 16 to February 1, the National Museum of Fine Arts named after Gapar Aitiev will host a solo exhibition by artist Ilgiz Edilson titled "Anatomy of Human Emotions." This was announced by the event organizers, who shared the information with 24.kg. In his work, Edilson explores how human emotional experiences can be conveyed through color, form, and spatial compositions. According to the organizers, the exhibition represents a "labyrinth of feelings," where four
A case of suicide has been recorded in Bishkek, as reported by the press service of the Sverdlovsk District Police Department. Information about the incident was received by the police on January 7 at around 11 a.m. According to the housekeeper, she found her employer's body with a gunshot wound. The woman reported that upon arriving at work, she discovered the deceased Z.K., born in 1967, on the kitchen floor next to a pistol.
- It is expected that the average annual exchange rate of the Kazakh tenge to the US dollar in 2026 will be 535 tenge per dollar, according to the macroeconomic forecast of the Eurasian Development Bank (EDB) for 2026-2028. For 2025, the EDB anticipates an exchange rate of 525 tenge per dollar.
A criminal case has been initiated in Bishkek regarding the fire at the Nursing Home, as reported by the Internal Affairs Department of the Pervomaisky District. Currently, a fire-technical examination is being conducted. The investigation is being carried out under the article "Violation of fire safety rules" of the Criminal Code of the Kyrgyz Republic.
The Minister of Culture of Kyrgyzstan, Mirbek Mambetaliev, stated in an interview with AKIpress that the Days of Culture of the country in several states have been postponed to 2027. This decision is related to the organization of significant events in Kyrgyzstan, such as the World Nomad Games and events dedicated to the SCO. The head of the Ministry of Culture noted: “Our colleagues understand this change, and we have planned to hold the Days of Culture of Kyrgyzstan in countries such as
The press service of the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry reports that in 2025, 63 new agricultural enterprises were opened in Kyrgyzstan. These enterprises are aimed at processing agricultural products and developing infrastructure in the fields of trade and logistics. They include trade and logistics centers, as well as enterprises engaged in the processing of grains, fruits, vegetables, berries, as well as the production of milk, meat, fish, wool, and
As part of the innovative projects launched by Google and Microsoft, Finnish data centers have become sources of heat for numerous residential and public buildings. The tech giants utilize waste heat from server cooling to provide heating in cities, changing the perception of energy consumption in 2026.
- In the first ten months of 2025, the import of electronic integrated circuits from China increased 79 times. This information was released by the National Statistical Committee. According to the agency's data, from January to October, Kyrgyzstan purchased 8.1 million electronic integrated circuits from China, totaling $218,000. This quantity exceeds the import volume for the same period in 2024 by 79 times, although in terms of value, it is 3.5 times less than the 102,000 units imported
As of January 1, 2026, South Korea has imposed a complete ban on the farming of bears for bile extraction. This decision marks the end of a cruel industry that has lasted for 45 years. In 1981, the government allowed the import and breeding of bears to support farming operations. However, in 1985, under pressure from the international community, Seoul halted the import of wild animals, and real legislative changes regarding bear farming only came into effect this year.
The results of the work of the Ministry of Science, Higher Education and Innovations of Kyrgyzstan in the field of copyright and related rights for the year 2025 have been summarized. According to the report, the total amount collected as copyright remuneration exceeded 27 million soms. This indicates an improvement in law enforcement practices and a growth in the culture of using intellectual property objects, as noted in the agency's statement.
Erbolot, who started learning horseback riding at the age of 3-4, is now actively participating in the game of ulak and achieving significant success. He was born in 2005 in the village of Kuiruchuk, located in the Jumgal district of the Naryn region. Currently, Erbolot continues to live in his native village and works as a driver at the Karakete coal mine. After finishing high school, he studied at vocational college No. 5 in Bishkek.
The president emphasized the role of the Orthodox community in strengthening interfaith harmony in the country Sadyr Japarov, the president of Kyrgyzstan, addressed citizens with congratulations on the occasion of Christmas. The full text of his address was published on the official website.
In Bishkek, during a raid, officers of the Patrol Service of the Police stopped a Hyundai, driven by a man showing clear signs of alcohol intoxication. This was reported by the press service of the Patrol Service. According to the agency, when the driver was asked to present his documents, he began to behave inadequately: he shouted, hit himself, lay down on the road, and claimed that he was injured by the police officers. Additionally, he attempted to simulate sleeping.
Shevchenko believes that holding such intergender matches in large arenas is wrong. “In training, I often technically and physically surpass many men, but in the arena, this is completely unacceptable. It contradicts the nature of human essence, and the audience perceives it negatively. One should not succumb to modern trends,” she added. “Gender equality is a word that I don’t like. Even saying it is difficult for me. Women should compete against each other, and men should compete against
Due to a recent incident at the nursing home, the Republican Blood Center reports a critical shortage of donor blood. Center specialists emphasize that during holiday periods, the situation with blood supply usually worsens: many donors are unable to come due to weekends and vacations, while the demand for blood remains high or even increases.
In the coming days, no precipitation is expected in the territory of Kyrgyzstan. The wind will blow from the southeast at a speed of 5-10 m/s, according to information provided by the meteorologists of Kyrgyzhydromet. Meteorologists also predict warming.
The results of the check showed that 273,819 citizens have never had a driver's license, 41,677 licenses have already been revoked, and more than 54,000 are still valid.
Sadyr Japarov, the President of Kyrgyzstan, expressed his congratulations to the citizens of the country on Christmas today, January 7. Here is the text of his greeting:
A search has been announced for a missing girl in Bishkek. According to information from the Internal Affairs Department of the Lenin District, on January 6, 2026, A.K. filed a report requesting assistance in finding her sister — Aimeirim Kalysbekovna Akisheva, born in 2001. She left to meet with Bakyt Asakeev, her acquaintance and partner, around 17:50, after which contact with her was lost.
In the Chui region, on the territory of two rural administrations — Abdykerim Sydykov and Dostuk, a meeting was held, conducted by Bakyt Torobaev, Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers and Minister of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry. Local activists, council deputies, and representatives of self-government bodies participated in it. During the discussion, as reported by the department, the emphasis was placed on the need to expedite the process of preparing
In its new analysis, QCP Capital points out that Bitcoin and Ethereum have finally broken out of the long-term sideways trend that lasted for most of December. This comes against the backdrop of significant geopolitical events in Venezuela, including the recent arrest of President Nicolás Maduro.
The production growth amounted to 15.31 billion soms compared to the same period in 2024. According to data for January–November 2025, the total volume of products in the processing industry reached 94 billion 230 million soms. This is 15 billion 31 million soms or 19% more than in the corresponding period of 2024.
In the Jayil District, located in the Chui Region, 16 newborns have been registered since the beginning of 2026. This information was provided by Kulai Kalpetakhunova, the deputy director of the local hospital.
Venezuelan gold, valued at around £1.4 billion, is currently blocked in the vaults of the Bank of England, reports The Guardian. Approximately 31 tons of this gold are stored in underground facilities on Threadneedle Street in London, accounting for about 15% of the country's foreign reserves.
Said Datsiev, captain of the Kyrgyzstan U-23 national football team, commented on the results of the match against Saudi Arabia. The first match of the Asian Cup took place on January 6 and ended with a score of 1:0 in favor of the Saudi team.
In 2025, Kyrgyzstan took an important step in expanding its export capabilities by sending 23 tons of dried apricots to China. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry. In the ministry, it is emphasized that this event is a significant achievement for the country, as domestic agricultural and processing products confidently hold their positions on the international stage, and the geography of exports continues to grow.
In 2025, the State Agency for Personal Data Protection recorded the receipt of 27,107 applications for registration in the Register of Holders of Personal Data Arrays. Of the total number of applications:
