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The coach of the women's national team of Kyrgyzstan took 2nd place at the Kyrgyzstan championship

From January 24 to 25, a judo championship for men and women took place in Kyrgyzstan, marking an important stage in the national team's preparation for the international competitions in 2026. This annual tournament, held at the beginning of the year, allows for the identification of the best athletes who will represent the country in competitions, including championships and Cups of Asia, world championships, as well as Grand Prix stages and Grand Slam tournaments.

28.01.2026, 09:15
The reconstruction of Manas Avenue and Mederov Street will begin in the spring of 2026.
Society

The reconstruction of Manas Avenue and Mederov Street will begin in the spring of 2026.

In Bishkek, Mayor Aibek Junushaliev, together with the heads of city services, conducted an inspection of several important infrastructure projects. During this inspection, special attention was paid to the project concerning the reconstruction of Manas Avenue. This project includes the construction of a road interchange, the extension of Mederov Street along the Ala-Archa River, and the opening of Tabaldiev Street. The work is expected to begin in spring 2026, and after its completion,

28.01.2026, 09:05
The Bishkek City Hall denied the statements of the member of the Jogorku Kenesh.
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The Bishkek City Hall denied the statements of the member of the Jogorku Kenesh.

In its statement, the Bishkek City Hall denied the information provided by the deputy of the Jogorku Kenesh, pointing out its inaccuracy. Ulukbek Karybek uulu, in his request, sought official information about the Action Plan for 2024-2025, including project documentation, capital construction projects, and details on social and engineering infrastructure, as well as funding sources and implementation timelines.

28.01.2026, 09:01
Politics

Immunity from Crimes. Dastan Bekeshev Discusses Dangerous Amendments

Deputy Dastan Bekeshev drew attention in his Telegram channel to a draft law that will be discussed at a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh. This draft law proposes amendments to several codes, including the Criminal Code and the Criminal Procedure Code. Among the proposed innovations is the definition of recidivism of crimes.

28.01.2026, 08:58
World

UN Experts: Children's Rights Are Violated Under Immigration Policy in the USA

According to a statement from independent UN experts, the United States of America is "seriously" violating the rights of children in the course of its immigration policy. Thousands of minors are being held in detention without access to legal assistance, as reported by the UN News Service. Experts pointed to a law enacted in 2008 that requires US authorities to ensure proper treatment of minors arriving in the country without accompanying adults. This law protects children from

28.01.2026, 08:57
In Osh, the author of extremist content publications was detained
Incidents

In Osh, the author of extremist content publications was detained

Employees of the Internal Affairs Department of the Kara-Suu district, engaged in combating extremism and illegal migration, discovered a young man who was disseminating materials banned in Kyrgyzstan through social networks. This was reported by the police press service. According to data from a forensic linguistic examination, publications related to extremist and terrorist organizations, whose activities are prohibited in the country, were found on the detainee's page. Photo by the

28.01.2026, 08:55
In Kyrgyzstan, 4 fires were registered in one day
Incidents

In Kyrgyzstan, 4 fires were registered in one day

Over the past 24 hours, four fires have been registered in Kyrgyzstan, according to information from the Ministry of Emergency Situations of the Kyrgyz Republic. It is reported that one fire incident occurred in each of the following regions: Chui, Osh, Jalal-Abad, and Batken.

28.01.2026, 08:49
Society

A project has been launched in the Kyrgyz Republic to develop digital skills among people with disabilities

A new educational project called "YouTube School" has been launched in the Kyrgyz Republic, implemented in collaboration between the republican institution for prosthetic and orthopedic products and the rehabilitation center for people with disabilities under the Ministry of Labor of the KR and the public association "Mümkünchülük." The project is aimed at people with disabilities who are currently in the rehabilitation center, receiving prosthetics and orthopedic products,

28.01.2026, 08:28
Preparation for airstrikes? An American aircraft carrier group has arrived off the coast of Iran.
Society

Preparation for airstrikes? An American aircraft carrier group has arrived off the coast of Iran.

U.S. naval forces have arrived off the coast of Iran in the Persian Gulf. It is currently unclear whether the strike mentioned by U.S. President Donald Trump will be carried out in response to the brutal suppression of protests in the country. However, military analysts believe that the necessary forces are already in place. Photo by the media. Aircraft carrier Abraham Lincoln

28.01.2026, 08:27
An American Shared Her Experience of Living and Working in Mongolia. Interview
World

An American Shared Her Experience of Living and Working in Mongolia. Interview

Fay Steel: Life in Mongolia has taught me patience. As part of the "Mongolia through the eyes of a foreigner" series, the site GOGO met with Fay Steel, a citizen of the USA. She is currently an ESG strategy specialist at Mobicom and has been living in Mongolia for over a year, reports MiddleAsianNews. — Can you tell us a little about yourself?

28.01.2026, 08:17
Incidents

A Man Organized a Robbery, Thinking That His Relative's Ex-Husband Had Money from Selling Land

According to information provided by the press service of the Main Internal Affairs Directorate of the Chuy Region, details about the detention of suspects in a robbery became known on January 28. An 80-year-old pensioner living in the village of Kotovskoye in the Issyk-Ata district reported to the police. He stated that on the night of January 25, around 00:30, robbers broke into his home. As a result of the attack, the pensioner was beaten and tied up. The criminals stole a mobile phone and

28.01.2026, 08:13
Society

In Kyrgyzstan, the deadline for issuing taxi licenses will not be extended - raids will begin on February 2.

The Main Department for Road Traffic Safety of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Kyrgyzstan has announced that the validity of taxi drivers' licenses will not be extended after February 1, 2026. Starting February 2, raids will begin in the republic aimed at checking the presence of licenses among taxi drivers. Law enforcement agencies will monitor compliance with the legal norms in the field of taxi service licensing and hold accountable those who do not follow the rules.

28.01.2026, 08:12
In Osh, field schools on constitutionalism were held
Society

In Osh, field schools on constitutionalism were held

On January 23, 2026, field schools on constitutionalism were held in Osh, organized by the Constitutional Court of the Kyrgyz Republic. The events were attended by the chairman of the court Emil Oskonbaev and judges Chinara Aydarbekova and Meerjul Bobukejeva. These educational events were aimed at two professional groups. The first part took place at the Osh State University, where faculty members from the law departments of OshSU and Jalal-Abad State University gathered. The second part was

28.01.2026, 08:12
Economy

Gold Hits Record Again - $5,200 per Troy Ounce

The gold market has set a new historical record, rising to $5,200 per troy ounce. This data is confirmed by information from the trading platform. As of 7:52 Bishkek time, the price of the April gold futures on the New York Comex exchange increased by $133.9, which is 2.61 percent, reaching $5,254.5 per troy ounce.

28.01.2026, 08:04
Events in Ukraine and the World. Main News by the Morning of January 28
World

Events in Ukraine and the World. Main News by the Morning of January 28

In the last 24 hours, international media have provided information about current events in Ukraine and beyond, reflecting the situation amid ongoing hostilities. Here are the key points. A fire in a Kharkiv school following a missile attack. Photo Reuters / Vitalii Hnidyi. Andriy Sybiha, Ukraine's Foreign Minister, reported that Volodymyr Zelensky is ready to meet with Vladimir Putin to discuss issues related to territories and the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant. The Financial Times

28.01.2026, 08:04
Sports

Nurzhan Jetibaev took responsibility for the defeat against Iraq

The head coach of the Kyrgyzstan national futsal team, Nurzhan Jetibaev, took responsibility for the failure in the first match of the Asian Cup, which is taking place in Indonesia. In this match, held on January 27, the Kyrgyzstan team faced Iraq and lost with a score of 2:4, despite having taken the lead 1:0.

28.01.2026, 07:56
Politics

Zelensky is ready to meet with Putin to discuss territories - Foreign Minister

Vladimir Zelensky stated his readiness to meet with Vladimir Putin to discuss issues related to territories and the situation at the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant. This comment was made by Ukraine's Foreign Minister Andriy Sibiga during a conversation with journalists. When the topic of negotiations to end the war, which took place in Abu Dhabi with the participation of delegations from Russia, Ukraine, and the United States, was raised, the minister noted that two irreconcilable issues

28.01.2026, 07:53
The Doomsday Clock has been moved to a record proximity to nuclear midnight
World

The Doomsday Clock has been moved to a record proximity to nuclear midnight

The Doomsday Clock now shows just 85 seconds to midnight, the closest it has ever been to the symbolic nuclear apocalypse in its history. This was reported by the president and CEO of the Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists at a recent event. The clock was first introduced in 1947 on the cover of the publication and serves as an indicator of global geopolitical tension. Midnight on this clock symbolizes a potential nuclear catastrophe.

28.01.2026, 07:46
In Kyrgyzstan, a scientific forecast of water resources will be developed until 2076
Economy

In Kyrgyzstan, a scientific forecast of water resources will be developed until 2076

In Kyrgyzstan, work is beginning on a radical revision of the approach to water resource management. Abdibai Zhailoobaev, Deputy Head of the Water Resources Service, announced the launch of a project during a meeting in the Jogorku Kenesh, within the framework of which the Institute of Water Problems and Hydropower of the National Academy of Sciences of the Kyrgyz Republic will create a comprehensive forecast of the state of water resources for the next 50 years.

28.01.2026, 07:24
The Mongolian delegation participated in the General Assembly of the Olympic Council of Asia
World

The Mongolian delegation participated in the General Assembly of the Olympic Council of Asia

left: Naranbaatar Choigavaa and Battushig Batbold At this event, Mongolia was represented by a high-profile delegation that included the President of the National Olympic Committee of Mongolia (NOC) Battushig Batbold, who is also a member of the International Olympic Committee (IOC) and the Executive Board of the Canadian Olympic Committee, the First Vice President of the NOC Naranbaatar Choigavaa, and the Head of the External Relations Department of the NOC Bayartuya Bayarsaihan. Delegates

28.01.2026, 07:13
Exchange rates for January 28
Economy

Exchange rates for January 28

The National Bank has published the exchange rates for foreign currencies as of January 28, 2026. Comparing with the data from the previous day, the following changes can be noted:

28.01.2026, 07:11
Ewha Provides Assistance to a Mongolian Patient as Part of the Joint Medical Care Program
World

Ewha Provides Assistance to a Mongolian Patient as Part of the Joint Medical Care Program

As part of its joint medical care program, Ewha Womans University Medical Center decided to invite a patient from Mongolia, who was diagnosed with renal angiomyolipoma, to its hospital in Seoul for necessary medical assistance. This information was provided by MiddleAsianNews. Professor Lee Hee-sung from the Mokdong surgical department met with Otgonsuren Sodnomdorj, a woman around 60 years old, during a volunteer medical expedition that took place from July 25 to August 1 last year in

28.01.2026, 07:03
Today, no snow is expected across the country, and the weather will be stable.
World

Today, no snow is expected across the country, and the weather will be stable.

In the area of Lake Uvs, as well as in the Darhad basin and the valleys of the Tes, Orkhon, Kharaa, and Yeruu rivers, the air temperature will range from 23 to 28°C. In the mountainous regions of Khangai, Khubsugul, Khentii, and Zavkhan, temperatures are expected to drop to -15...-20°C. In the basins of the rivers Zag-Baidrag, Ider, Eg, Uur, Selenge, Tuul, Terelj, Kherlen, Onon, Ulz, as well as in the valley of the Khalkh River and the Darygansk steppe, temperatures will be between -13 and

28.01.2026, 07:00
New Medieval Book: The Mongol Invasion of Europe (1236-1242)
World

New Medieval Book: The Mongol Invasion of Europe (1236-1242)

The Mongol Invasion of Europe (1236-1242)... Edited by János B. Szabó and Dorottya Uhrin. The collection, consisting of 27 articles, explores the events leading up to the Mongol campaigns in Rus and Eastern Europe in the mid-13th century, analyzing their course and consequences. This publication sheds light on one of the largest military and political upheavals of that time. This was reported by MiddleAsianNews. Excerpt: The Mongol expansion into Europe has firmly established its place in

28.01.2026, 06:32
The ITF Taekwondo Asian Championship will take place in Mongolia
World

The ITF Taekwondo Asian Championship will take place in Mongolia

The 11th Asian Taekwondo Championship, dedicated to the 60th anniversary of ITF, will be an important event in the sports life of the region. This year, the competitions will take place in various categories: sparring, dynamic exercises, breaking hard objects, special techniques, and simulation of combat actions. This will help identify the champions of Asia for 2026.

28.01.2026, 06:26
In Mongolia, the number of measles cases has sharply increased to 14,000
World

In Mongolia, the number of measles cases has sharply increased to 14,000

In the last 24 hours, the National Center for Infectious Diseases (NCID) recorded 22 new cases of measles, bringing the total number of infected individuals to 13,989. In its statement, the organization also noted that 56 patients remain in medical facilities, among whom five children are in serious condition.

28.01.2026, 05:18
Mongolia Plans to Extract 90 Million Tons of Coal and 1.9 Million Tons of Copper This Year
World

Mongolia Plans to Extract 90 Million Tons of Coal and 1.9 Million Tons of Copper This Year

This year, Mongolia aims to extract 90 million tons of coal, 1.9 million tons of copper, and 9.4 million tons of iron ore. At a meeting dedicated to the implementation of the strategy for the development of the industrial and mineral sectors until 2026, it was announced that there are currently 1,031 licenses for mineral exploration and 1,771 licenses for their development in the country. However, there is a clear imbalance: the number of exploration licenses is significantly lower than that

28.01.2026, 04:50
New Book: "Ritual Landscape: Rock Art and Archaeology of the Mongolian Altai"
World

New Book: "Ritual Landscape: Rock Art and Archaeology of the Mongolian Altai"

For many years, the Altai region in western Mongolia remained on the periphery of archaeological research in Eurasia. However, in their book, William Fitzhugh and Richard Kortum assert that this region occupies a key position in the development of nomadic societies, hunting cultures, and ritual spaces. This was reported by MiddleAsianNews. Based on years of field research in the area of Lake Khoton and neighboring valleys, the authors present hundreds of petroglyphs and burials, using glacial

28.01.2026, 04:43
Society

Toktogon Altybasarova, who raised 150 orphans from besieged Leningrad: A letter united my husband and me

The story of Toktogon Altybasarova, who raised 150 orphans from besieged Leningrad, has been the subject of numerous articles and several documentary films. Toktogon Altybasarova (Tonya Mama) became a symbol of love and care. Currently, a monument is being built in St. Petersburg in honor of Toktogon Apa, timed to coincide with the 75th anniversary of the Great Victory.

28.01.2026, 04:29
In Kyrgyzstan, the rules for mandatory health insurance for farmers have changed
Health

In Kyrgyzstan, the rules for mandatory health insurance for farmers have changed

The Mandatory Health Insurance Fund has announced new changes in legislation regarding the rates of insurance contributions for state social insurance in Kyrgyzstan. According to the amendments made to the Law of the Kyrgyz Republic dated October 29, 2025, No. 243, members and heads of peasant (farm) households are now required to obtain a mandatory health insurance (MHI) policy.

28.01.2026, 03:17
The Secretary General of TURKPA held a meeting with the Secretary General of the CIS IPA Council
World

The Secretary General of TURKPA held a meeting with the Secretary General of the CIS IPA Council

The discussion at the meeting covered a wide range of issues, including the institutional activities of TURKPA and projects implemented since 2008. The Secretaries General were also interested in current political processes both in the region and on the international stage, with an emphasis on the significance of parliamentary diplomacy in the context of modern challenges and conflict resolution. The parties considered the prospects for cooperation between TURKPA and the CIS

28.01.2026, 02:05
Nikolai Valuev commented on the situation with his deepfake in the target audience segment
Politics

Nikolai Valuev commented on the situation with his deepfake in the target audience segment

Deputy of the State Duma of the Russian Federation Nikolai Valuev commented on a video that is actively circulating on social networks in Central Asia, in which he is attributed with a call to apply a "carrot and stick" policy towards the countries of the region. This video has sparked significant public response, however, many users have doubted its authenticity and suspected that it is a well-edited deepfake.

28.01.2026, 00:04
A new production workshop of the "Adis Nan" company is being built in the Manas district
Economy

A new production workshop of the "Adis Nan" company is being built in the Manas district

In the Talas region, in the Manas district, five large enterprises are operating, among which the company "Adis Nan" stands out. According to information provided by the Ministry of Agriculture, the enterprise began its activities in 2023, placing its facilities on an area of 150 square meters. Currently, the construction of a new production facility covering 3,000 square meters is actively underway, and the installation of modern technological equipment is also taking place.

27.01.2026, 23:27