The government subsidizes these loans As part of the state program to support businesses, the Entrepreneurship Development Fund has begun issuing loans with a low interest rate of 6% per annum. This was announced in an interview with Birinchi Radio by Adilet Kamchybekov, the deputy chairman of the fund's board.
Goods sent by Kyrgyz entrepreneurs are being delayed at the Russian border. At a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, Deputy Dastan Jumabekov reported numerous appeals from entrepreneurs who face problems crossing the border into Russia on a daily basis.
- During the plenary session of the Jogorku Kenesh on January 28, 2026, Deputy Dastan Bekeshev voiced the need to extend the taxi licensing deadlines. He noted that the current deadline expires on February 1, 2026.
At the meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh on January 28, Deputy Dastan Bekeshev once again raised an important issue regarding the licensing of taxi drivers. He noted that in three days, on February 1, mandatory licensing is set to come into effect; however, at the moment, only 7,500 out of 70,000 taxi drivers in Bishkek have managed to obtain a license.
The mayor of the Osh region, Jenishbek Toktorbaev, accompanied by representatives of relevant services, conducted a morning inspection on Osh Street, which is managed by Manas-Ata. According to the press service of the city administration, as a result of the raid, plans were announced to expand this street to four lanes on the section starting from Raimbekov Street and ending at Kasymbekov Street. This road will become one of the additional alternative routes leading to the international
The Cabinet of Ministers will be invited to Parliament due to widespread public dissatisfaction At a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, the Speaker of Parliament Nurlanbek Turgunbek uulu reported a sharp increase in public dissatisfaction due to rising service prices, especially in areas such as cafes, restaurants, taxis, and household services. He noted that people are actively complaining about the price hikes and associate them with the actions of the Cabinet of Ministers.
In Bishkek, on the territory of the "Kudaybergen" market, employees of the Patrol Police Department conducted a raid aimed at improving road safety and organizing the urban environment. As part of this operation, illegally installed advertising billboards were dismantled. The removal concerned structures placed along the street, on lighting poles, and on maintenance buildings located near the roadway. These advertising materials created visual obstructions, hindering both drivers and
He served in the GKNB for many years On January 27, 2026, at the age of 54, Colonel of the reserve Serik Kekенович Abiev passed away.
According to Tumonbaev, the information presented by Oruntaev has sparked a wide public response During a session of the Jogorku Kenesh, deputy Akylbek Tumonbaev expressed his concern regarding the words of the Minister of Construction, Architecture, and Housing and Communal Services Nurdana Oruntaev, who stated that employees of the Ministry's subordinate organizations earn up to 500,000 soms. This information has caused public outcry.
Get free and anonymous help just by calling The Ministry of Labor, Social Security, and Migration of the Kyrgyz Republic has launched a new social project as part of the state social order aimed at supporting women and girls who have become victims of domestic violence and human trafficking.
The French government has decided to prohibit its officials from using video services such as Zoom, Teams, and Google Meet. This was reported by Politico, citing information from the office of Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu.
The base price for milk with a fat content of 3.4% has been determined
The Main Department for Combating Organized Crime (GKNB) has detained the head of the office and other responsible officials of the Administrative Court of the Osh region in connection with a case of fictitious employment of so-called "dead souls". According to information from the GKNB, court employees conspired to commit the crime by entering knowingly false data about the employment of non-existent workers. Thus, they extracted illegal financial benefits.
This information was announced by deputy Dastan Bekeshev at a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh.
Photo by the Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology and Technical Supervision of the KR. The confiscated red-listed golden eagle Environmental supervision officials discovered a case of illegal keeping of a golden eagle in the Kara-Kulja district of Kyrgyzstan. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology and Technical Supervision. On January 27, the Osh regional department of the Environmental Supervision Service received information about the
According to the latest report from the World Bank titled "Global Economic Prospects," the economic growth rate in the Europe and Central Asia (ECA) region is projected to be only 2.4% in 2025. The primary factor behind this decline is the drop in private consumption, particularly in Russia, where a tight monetary policy continues to impact economic activity. In the first half of the year, there was moderate trade growth, largely driven by anticipatory purchases of goods ahead of
The Osh City Hall announced plans to widen Osh Street, which will become a four-lane highway. This decision was made during a morning raid involving Mayor Jenishbek Toktorbaev and representatives of relevant services. According to the city administration, the expansion work will affect the section from Raimbekov Street to Kasymbekov Street. This upgrade will provide an additional alternative route to the airport. In this regard, the mayor has instructed the demolition of illegal constructions
According to a recent report from the American scientific publication Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists, the hands of the symbolic Doomsday Clock have been moved from 89 to 85 seconds to midnight. This indicates that, in the opinion of experts, humanity has become even closer to a global catastrophe. A group of scientists monitoring how close the world is to disaster has set the clock at 85 seconds to midnight, which is four seconds different from last year, when the time was set at 89 seconds
The national forum titled "Data and Security in the Age of Artificial Intelligence" has kicked off in Bishkek, timed to coincide with the International Day for the Protection of Personal Data. This event has become an important platform for discussing issues related to the protection of personal data, as well as digital and information security in the context of the rapid development of AI technologies and digital services. The forum was opened by the Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet
Official clarifications regarding the rules for transporting oversized and heavy vehicles on the roads of Azerbaijan and the procedure for obtaining special permits have been published by the Ground Transport Agency of the Republic of Azerbaijan (AYNA). These clarifications were a response to the growing number of inquiries from Kyrgyz transport companies engaged in transit and cargo delivery within Azerbaijan.
In Kyrgyzstan, preparations for spring fieldwork are in full swing, and this year special attention is being paid to ensuring a stable supply of irrigation water. To achieve this goal, the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry has initiated the cleaning of canals across the country.
As a result of the investigation by the State Committee for National Security of the Kyrgyz Republic (GKNB KR), it was established that employees of the Administrative Court of Osh Region abused their official positions. Their actions involved the falsification of documents and the creation of fictitious jobs for so-called "dead souls."
According to the BBC, around 14,500 flights were canceled or delayed due to adverse weather conditions. The National Weather Service (NWS) reports that in some northeastern regions, more than half a meter of snow fell within a day.
Young professionals in the agricultural sector from Kyrgyzstan have received a unique opportunity to undergo free training at prestigious universities in Hungary. The FAO in Kyrgyzstan has announced the start of applications for a joint scholarship program organized by the government of Hungary and the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations for the academic year 2026–2027.
A young man suspected of committing robbery was detained at the international airport "Osh," reports the police of the city of Osh. According to the press service of the Osh Department of Internal Affairs, on January 9, 2026, a 24-year-old citizen N.Z. filed a complaint with law enforcement agencies.
In 2025, the Forensic Expert Service, operating under the auspices of the Ministry of Justice of the Kyrgyz Republic, summarized its work. According to information provided by the press service, in the past year, the service received 7,268 orders and rulings from judicial and law enforcement agencies for the appointment of expert examinations.
Islambek Orozbekovich Atakanov, born in 1979, is wanted. According to his relatives in Kaktus.media, he last made contact in the summer of 2025 when he was working in Talas, selling fish. His disappearance occurred in the same month he last called his family. Islambek left work in the evening, leaving his personal belongings and passport in their place, and has not been seen since. The family urges anyone with any information about his whereabouts to come forward. Appeals to law enforcement
Today, a discussion took place in parliament, during which several deputies criticized the initiative for a 10-month training period to obtain a driver's license. Bolot Ibraimov, one of the speakers, noted that they continue to receive numerous appeals regarding the reform of the issuance of driver's licenses.
In the Issyk-Ata district, law enforcement agencies detained three suspects involved in the robbery of an elderly resident of the village of Kotovsky. This information was provided by the press service of the Main Internal Affairs Department of the Chui region. According to the investigation, on the night of January 25, the criminals broke into the home of a 79-year-old pensioner, beat him, tied his hands and feet, and then stole 165,000 soms from a safe and a Samsung mobile phone before
During an inspection conducted by the State Committee for National Security, cases of document forgery and fictitious employment were discovered in the Administrative Court of the Osh Region. According to the GKNB, court employees, including O. N. O., A. u. B., and K. u. B., organized a conspiracy that resulted in false data being entered regarding the employment activities of non-existent individuals. According to the agency, the actions of the detained individuals caused significant material
Photo Agency "Moscow" On January 26, Deputy Foreign Minister of Uzbekistan Olimjon Abdullaev met with Russian Ambassador Alexey Erkhov, as reported by the press service of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Active legal discussions took place at the weekend market in the capital of Kyrgyzstan. As part of the event "people's microphone," mediators interacted with city residents and agricultural producers, explaining important changes in conflict resolution rules. The main innovation is that starting from January 1, 2027, before going to court for most civil, family, and labor cases, a preliminary meeting with a mediator will be required. This innovation, enshrined in the law signed
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In the underground passage of Manas, a lift platform has been installed, designed for people with disabilities and parents with strollers. According to information from the city hall, this project aims to create an inclusive environment, focusing on the social needs of citizens and improving their quality of life. However, the message also mentions instances of vandalism: unknown individuals are deliberately damaging the equipment, breaking buttons and tearing out electrical wiring, which
Denis Zhelnin, a 35-year-old resident of Kazakhstan, embarked on a remarkable cycling journey from Almaty to the base camp of Mount Everest. This was reported by Tengrinews.kz. Photo Tengrinews.kz According to the publication, Denis was born in Pavlodar, spent his childhood in Ekibastuz, and then returned to Pavlodar. For the last four years before his adventure, he lived in Almaty. Bicycling became a part of his life more than ten years ago, and since then he has gradually increased the
- Recently, the Embassy of the Kyrgyz Republic in Azerbaijan has seen an increase in inquiries from Kyrgyz transport carriers engaged in both transit and transportation with a final destination in Azerbaijan. This information was announced by the Department of Ground and Water Transport. Carriers note that they are charged a state duty for the use of oversized vehicles on the territory of Azerbaijan.
According to the Kharkiv regional prosecutor's office, two drones landed near the train, and a third struck directly into one of the carriages, causing a fire. Currently, fragments of five deceased individuals have been found, and their identification will be carried out using DNA testing, as reported by the prosecutor's office. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky characterized the attack on the passenger train as "terrorism." In his message on Telegram, he emphasized
In Bishkek, a court has sentenced a man who extorted money from the mother of a defendant in a criminal case. Information about the decision has been posted on the "Digital Justice" portal. Names have been changed.
According to a study by the American analytical center Middle East Media Research Institute (MEMRI), Pakistan has become an increasingly notable platform for the rapprochement of Hamas with local radical groups such as Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) and Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) in recent years. This situation calls into question Western efforts to isolate Hamas and raises concerns about Pakistan's relationships with the U.S. and its allies. Political SituationOn January 15, 2026, an intergovernmental
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs also emphasized that this initiative is aimed at strengthening bilateral ties and developing tourism exchanges between the countries.
Migrants in the Russian Federation According to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Uzbekistan, the meeting discussed measures to improve labor migration and organize migration processes. In particular, attention was drawn to the protection of the rights and legitimate interests of Uzbek citizens working in Russia. "The Uzbek side emphasized the need to prevent any forms of violation of the rights and dignity of citizens of the Republic of Uzbekistan, both those who comply with the laws
After the first round of the group stage of the 2026 Asian Cup, the Kyrgyzstan futsal team is in third place. The tournament, featuring 16 teams, started on January 27 in Jakarta, Indonesia.
According to information provided by the regional department of internal affairs, the incident occurred on the night of January 24 to 25. At that time, unknown individuals broke into the home of a 77-year-old man named K. A., born in 1946. They tied him up and beat him, after which they took 165,000 soms and a mobile phone from the safe. The investigation is considering the version that the robbery may have been organized by a relative of the victim's ex-wife, as the couple is already
The draft presidential decree, developed by the Ministry of Economy and Commerce, proposes the introduction of a moratorium on business inspections in Kyrgyzstan. This document has been published for public discussion. In the text of the decree, it is emphasized that there are serious problems in the area of state regulation of entrepreneurship, which negatively affect the development of business and its environment, as well as reduce the trust of entrepreneurs and the overall economic
Photo from the internet. After a rapid rise, the Russian ruble has started to lose value quickly According to the National Bank of Kyrgyzstan and exchange points in Bishkek, the official rates of the dollar, Russian ruble, and Chinese yuan have decreased, while the euro has appreciated. The Kazakh tenge has remained stable. US Dollar Rate:
On January 25, 2026, a citizen identified as K.A., born in 1946, approached the Issyk-Ata District Police Department with a statement regarding a robbery. According to him, on the night of January 24 to 25, around 00:30, unknown criminals broke into his house in the village of Kotovsky, Issyk-Ata District. The attackers used physical violence, threatening the life and health of the victim. They inflicted bodily harm on him and tied his hands and feet with rope, as reported by the Main Internal
At the parliament meeting on January 28, Speaker Nurlanbek Turgunbek uulu explained why the three texts of the national anthem of Kyrgyzstan were not accepted. He reminded that the committee had studied the submitted options the day before.
According to information published by the Ministry of Finance on January 27, the revenues of the state budget of the Kyrgyz Republic in 2025 amounted to 669.5 billion soms. Compared to the actual revenues of 2024, this figure increased by 44.1%. When considering the approved plan for 2025, the growth was 41.9%, and compared to the updated forecast, it was 1.7%.