A taxi driver was detained in Bishkek for leaving the scene of a traffic accident in which a minor was injured. According to information from the Patrol Service of the Bishkek City Police Department, the incident occurred on January 29 at around 1:00 PM on 7 April Street. The driver of a Hyundai Sonata hit a child and left the scene of the accident.
The next meeting of the National Accreditation Council (NAC) took place at the Ministry of Education. According to the information from the agency, the accreditation agency "Bilim Standart" has not addressed the previously identified serious violations and has not fulfilled a number of NAC's directives. As a result, a decision was made to suspend the status of this agency for six months.
According to information provided by the press service of the Ministry of Education of Kyrgyzstan, demonstration plots and gardens are being created in the pilot schools of the country. These innovations are aimed at enabling students and teachers to apply modern agricultural technologies, engage in plant cultivation, and share innovative practices.
Deputies and the Speaker of the Parliament visited the city In Kara-Balta, there has been an announcement of plans to build a new kindergarten and school. This information was shared during a working visit by a group of deputies led by the Speaker of the Jogorku Kenesh, Nurlanbek Turgunbek uulu.
Turmush — On January 29, a meeting was held at the Internal Affairs Department of the Jalal-Abad region, dedicated to issues of combating corruption and maintaining official discipline. The head of the department, Marlis Asanov, participated in the event. Police officers were provided with information about the new law "On Amendments to Certain Legislative Acts of the Kyrgyz Republic in the Field of Combating Corruption," which is aimed at strengthening measures to fight corruption.
At the meeting in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, issues related to attracting foreign labor to the textile sector were discussed. This event was organized in accordance with the instruction of President Sadyr Japarov from January 21, as part of the implementation of reforms to optimize migration processes. During the event, participants from the business community were presented with the latest changes in the rules for processing permits for foreign workers in Kyrgyzstan.
Photo from the internet. Announcement of the free trade agreement between the EU and India The European Union and India have reached a new free trade agreement that creates one of the largest zones of economic cooperation, covering nearly two billion people. This agreement, announced at the end of long twenty-year negotiations, has been described as historic by several international publications. Under the agreement, there will be a phased reduction or complete elimination of tariffs on a wide
- In 2026, the Kyrgyz Republic will begin assessing its readiness for the implementation of nuclear energy, following 19 directions of the methodology proposed by the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA). This information was announced in the approved work plan of the country's Cabinet of Ministers for 2026, as part of the implementation of the National Development Program until 2030. According to this document, the process of implementation in the field of nuclear energy will be
- Over the past year and a half, the Eurasian region has received about $20 billion in additional investments from Asia, according to the EDB report (2026). By 2025, the total volume of investments from Asian countries in the Eurasian region is expected to reach $119.8 billion. Between 2024 and mid-2025, an additional $20 billion has been attracted.
Spektor notes that the current international system, according to Karni, is no longer functioning properly. Western countries, the prime minister claims, have long used the rhetoric of liberal values while ignoring the need to adhere to these principles. For example, they advocated for free trade but applied it selectively; they spoke of law and human rights, yet often ignored these principles in relation to their allies and adversaries. “We participated in rituals and avoided pointing out the
Bishkek January 31, Saturday At night, the temperature will be -4...-6 °C, with expected cloudiness.
On January 30, President Sadyr Japarov opened a new building for the Military Medical Service of the State National Security Committee in Bishkek. In his address to the officers, veterans, and guests at the event, the president noted that this event marks a new step in strengthening the national security system through care for the health of those who protect the sovereignty and stability of the country.
Theaters January 31. Opera Farce "Theatrical Order and Disorder" This is a well-known comic opera by Gaetano Donizetti, telling the story of the difficulties of staging an opera in a provincial Italian theater. The action is transferred to modern realities, showcasing an opera theater of the 21st century on the brink of collapse.
In 2026, an increase in social benefits is planned. At a joint meeting of the parliamentary groups "Ala-Too" and "Eldik" on January 30, Edil Baisalov, the deputy chairman of the cabinet, reported that the poverty level in Kyrgyzstan is about 25%, of which 33% are low-income families with children.
On January 31, the second meeting of the foreign ministers of India and Arab states will take place in New Delhi. This event will occur ten years after the first meeting and will focus on deepening and expanding cooperation between India and the Arab world, reports News18.com
The statement was published on the committee's website Several human rights organizations, including the Committee to Protect Journalists (CPJ), have called on Kyrgyz authorities to immediately release journalist Mahabat Tajibek kyzy and to implement the recommendations of the UN Working Group on Arbitrary Detention.
- On the air of the radio, the head of the development department of the State Customs Infrastructure JSC, Igor Petrukhin, spoke about the work of navigation seals, which are modern electronic devices that transmit data about the movement of cargo transport in real time. Petrukhin noted that these devices have the functions of a "smart" seal and differ significantly from conventional mechanical locking devices. Navigation seals are equipped with a built-in battery, an automatic
- In the Sokuluk district of the Chui region, the construction of an electric vehicle manufacturing plant will begin. This information is included in the work plan of the Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic for 2026. According to the provided data, the electric vehicle assembly plant is expected to be put into operation no later than September 30, 2026, with private investments involved.
Employees of the Bishkek Traffic Police reported the detention of a driver of a Hyundai Sonata who hit a child on January 29 at 1:00 PM on 7 April Street and left the scene of the incident. Patrol officers immediately began searching for the offender, during which they were able to identify and detain him. The driver was taken to the investigative authorities of the capital's Department of Internal Affairs for further investigation and assessment of the legality of his actions.
On Friday, the Netherlands Authority for Consumers and Markets announced the start of an investigation into the popular American online platform Roblox. This decision was made due to potential security threats to underage users. In its statement, the agency emphasized that "the Netherlands Authority for Consumers and Markets (ACM) is initiating an investigation to identify potential risks for children playing on the Roblox platform in the EU."
Photo courtesy of the press service of OJSC "Airports of Kyrgyzstan" In April of this year, the opening of a new international flight route between Osh and Kashgar is planned, which will significantly improve air communication between Kyrgyzstan and China. This was officially reported by the press service of OJSC "Airports of Kyrgyzstan". During a working meeting with representatives of the Chinese company COMAC (Commercial Aircraft Corporation of China), opportunities for
Employees of the service for countering extremism and illegal migration in Osh detained two foreign students who used counterfeit checks to pay for rides with public transport drivers. This became known from a statement by the Department of Internal Affairs of the southern capital.
Authorities plan to tighten control and optimize the process of verifying actual residency At a joint meeting of the parliamentary groups "Eldik" and "Ala-Too," Edil Baisalov, Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers, reported that new support measures for residents of high-altitude areas have revealed issues with confirming the actual residency of families.
Localization of equipment production for hydrogeneration using metal 3D printing On January 30, a partnership agreement was signed in Bishkek between the fuel division of "Rosatom," the Kyrgyz-Russian Slavic University named after B. N. Yeltsin, representatives of the state corporation in Kyrgyzstan, and the engineering company LLC "Boka Hydro KG." This agreement aims to implement additive technologies in the renewable energy sector of the republic.
In Bishkek, on Kulatov Street, there is a boarding school for blind and visually impaired children, where the parents of the students have opposed the planned relocation of the institution to the village of Chon-Aryk (Vorontsovka). According to the parents, many of them sold their homes and moved closer to the school to make it easier for their children to attend classes. Esen Booronbaev, the grandfather of two students, noted: "Parents gathered because they want to relocate us to
In Kyrgyzstan, the issue of holding early presidential elections and the possibility of the current president Sadyr Japarov participating in them is actively being discussed. According to the established schedule, the elections are set to take place in January of next year. Opinions among lawyers and experts in various media on this matter differ.
The incident was captured on video and went viral on social media A couple has been detained in Osh, suspected of stealing children's goods from a store. This was reported by the local internal affairs department.
In Bishkek, on January 29, a seminar was held organized by the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) in collaboration with the Ministry of Education of the Kyrgyz Republic. This event was part of a project aimed at "Assessing and improving the institutional structure in the field of school nutrition." Participants of the seminar included representatives from various departments, including the Ministry of Health, the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture and
On January 29, at the age of 87, Doctor of Agricultural Sciences, Professor Evgeniya Mikhailovna Lushikhina passed away, reports the press service of the National Academy of Sciences. Evgeniya Mikhailovna was born on April 7, 1940.
A new approach to physical culture and sports is being discussed in Kyrgyzstan. The State Agency for Physical Culture and Sports has presented a draft resolution regarding the "Program for the Development of Physical Culture and Sports of the Kyrgyz Republic until 2030." This document, designed to last until 2030, is aimed not only at preparing champions but also at creating an active and healthy society. The justification note states that the program has been developed in accordance
According to information received from the Call Center Kaktus.media, parents of students at school No. 65 are concerned about a critical shortage of teachers. In the 2024-2025 academic year, the level of education at this school has noticeably declined, and, as parents claim, this is related to the lack of staff, which is not dependent on the actions of teachers or administration. "Right now, even the class supervisors are absent," they note.
The Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic has announced the launch of a large-scale program aimed at developing physical culture and sports in the country. The program will be in effect until 2030 and covers both mass and professional sports, infrastructure improvement, specialist training, as well as digitization and support for national sports.
Taalatbek Masadikov, the new Secretary General of the CSTO, shared his thoughts with the editorial team of the publication "Allies. CSTO". - Since January 1, you have taken on the responsibilities of the Secretary General of the CSTO. What are your feelings about this?
Millions of children in Central Asia and Europe fall victim to violence, including both physical and verbal punishments from those who are supposed to care for them. Although such cases are one of the most common forms of violence against children, they often remain outside public discussion, as they occur in closed settings, reports the UN News Service. According to a UNICEF report, about 30% of children aged 1 to 14 in this region experience corporal punishment from parents or guardians.
New restrictions introduced by the U.S. concern foreign aid and prohibit funding for programs related to equality, inclusion, and diversity (DEI), as well as family planning initiatives and "gender ideology." This information was reported by Reuters. The U.S. State Department has ordered a review of current aid programs by all American diplomatic missions to ensure their compliance with the new rules.
During his visit to the city of Kainy, Speaker of the Jogorku Kenesh Nurlanbek Turgunbek uulu, accompanied by deputies from the "Ata-Jurt" group and representatives of state bodies, assessed the current state of cultural institutions in the region. According to the press service of the parliament, the city lacks modern cultural facilities, and the only remaining House of Culture, once belonging to a sugar factory, is in critical condition. The residents of the city expressed the need
In Osh, the opening of a new kindergarten for 280 children will take place in the coming days, as reported by the press service of the city administration. According to information provided by Mayor Jenishbek Toktorbaev, the work on painting the facade, interior finishing, and construction of playgrounds at kindergarten No. 18 "Kokum-Biy" has been completed.
At the international competition CECECO Clean Energy Hackathon 2026, dedicated to the development of digital solutions in the field of clean energy and energy efficiency, a representative of the Kyrgyz Republic was awarded a special prize. This hackathon aims to raise awareness of clean energy, support innovation, and engage the youth of participating countries in creating digital tools to address pressing issues in the energy sector.
- In the Batken region, specifically in the Kadamjay district, Abdumalik Mamirov, the director of the Veterinary and Phytosanitary Service, initiated explanatory activities aimed at curbing the smuggling of seedlings from Uzbekistan and ensuring that farms receive the necessary certificates. This information was provided by the press service of the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry. During a visit to the "Kyzyl-Kiya - Road" checkpoint, special attention
The head of the development department of the State Customs Infrastructure JSC, Igor Petrukhin, spoke on the radio about how the cost of cargo transportation using navigation seals is formed. He noted that the price depends on the number of countries involved in the route. According to Petrukhin, tariffs are made up of services provided by national operators in each of the countries involved in the transportation process. These services include the installation of the seal, monitoring the
Deputy Aziz Tursunbaev proposed an initiative to increase the amount of the social contract. At the meeting of the deputy groups "Ala-Too" and "Eldik," held on January 30, he emphasized that 150,000 soms is not enough to start a business. In response, Minister Kanat Sagynbaev noted that many of the families who received the contract are successfully developing their projects, and nine of them have become millionaires.
Construction work on the entertainment center "Balastan" has begun on Shambetov Street, house 70. The area of the new complex will be 17,000 square meters. The project was initiated by Ermat Jumayev, the authorized representative of the President of the Kyrgyz Republic in the Talas region. This was reported by Kaktius.media. As part of "Balastan," various attractions are planned, including modern museums, mazes, bowling alleys, and cinemas, as well as educational centers for
Sadik Sher-Niyaz, the ambassador of Kyrgyzstan in France, shared information about his election expenses, stating in a podcast with the agency "Kabar" that the amount was 300 thousand dollars. He noted that during the election campaign, a significant portion of the budget goes to advertising and organizational expenses.
In the city of Osh, law enforcement agencies have detained a couple suspected of stealing children's goods from a store. This information was provided by the city’s internal affairs department. On January 29, a video was posted on the store's Instagram account showing a man and a woman holding a baby, secretly taking items and leaving the store. Following this, the leadership of the Osh Internal Affairs Department instructed to determine the whereabouts and identities of the suspects.
"The road was also planned in previous master plans" Recently, Deputy of the Jogorku Kenesh Janibek Abirov from the "Mekenchil" group held a meeting with Vice Mayor Azamat Kadyrov, during which he raised the issue of the possibility of demolishing houses on Sheralieva Street due to the planned modernization of the road infrastructure. Abirov expressed concern: "Local residents, whose houses may be demolished as a result of the street widening from Akhunbaev to Gagarin,
The increase in the number of cases of refusal of treatment is observed among parents and relatives of children At a meeting of the Ombudsman Institute staff with doctors from the National Center for Maternal and Child Health, alarming information about oncological diseases in children in Kyrgyzstan was revealed.
At the joint meeting of the parliamentary groups "Ala-Too" and "Eldik" on January 30, Edil Baisalov announced the Cabinet's intention to launch a social housing program for orphans. According to him, this is not related to social mortgage.
In Talas, the construction of the entertainment complex "Balastan" is underway, as reported by the presidential representative office of the region. According to the representation, the new center is located at: 70 Shambetova Street. The project covers an area of 17,000 square meters and is being implemented with the support of the President of Kyrgyzstan.