The press service of the Main Department of Road Safety of the Ministry of Internal Affairs is asking citizens to report violations of traffic rules via WhatsApp at the number +996 (777) 102-102. As noted by spokesperson Sherkul Turganbaev, this line is available for inquiries 24 hours a day.
People will become more independent and gain additional rights At a meeting of the Committee of the Jogorku Kenesh, which deals with issues of the judicial system, law enforcement, combating crime, and corruption, a bill proposed by Deputy Dastan Bekeshev was adopted in the second reading. This bill aims to revise the rules for recognizing citizens as incapacitated and simplify the procedure for restoring their rights.
"What kind of inferiority complex is this?" During a conversation with the BBC, Syimyk Zhapikeev expressed his opinion regarding the outrage caused by his comments about the "five-kopeck stories" of Chingiz Aitmatov.
The main general education school named after Turdumata Ismanov in the village of Kotkor of the Kenesh ayil district of the Bazar-Korgon region, built using the ashar method, has fallen into disrepair. This was reported to the Turmush correspondent by the school director, Kosmira Abylova. This school was built in 1996 using the ashar method.
In 2026, the passport of the Kyrgyz Republic ranks 75th (alongside Uzbekistan), according to data from Henley & Partners, allowing visa-free entry to 61 countries. This is a decline compared to the summer of 2025, when Kyrgyzstan was in 73rd place with access to 63 visa-free destinations, indicating a loss of two opportunities. It is worth noting that there was previously a positive trend. In 2024, the Kyrgyz passport reached a historical high, allowing its holders to visit 65 countries
Law enforcement officers detained a car hooligan who turned out to be without documents. In the capital of Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek, a driver was detained who, while in a state of intoxication, drove with a police officer on the hood of his car. This was reported by the Patrol Service of the Ministry of Internal Affairs. According to law enforcement agencies, the incident occurred on January 19, 2026, around 6:00 PM. The driver of the Toyota Estima was operating the vehicle without a driver's
The Ministry of Agriculture of the Kyrgyz Republic has announced the launch of an automated information system (AIS) called "Expertise." This system is designed to simplify access to state-paid services provided by the Department of Agricultural Crop and Horticulture Expertise. The creation of the "Expertise" system aims to improve the quality of public services and minimize the impact of the human factor on the process of their provision.
As a result of the auction held on January 19, 2026, commercial banks were able to attract 9.6 billion soms for the placement of funds from the mitigation account. According to information from the Kyrgyz Stock Exchange, the auction concerned deposits with a placement term of 12 months. The announced placement volume was 20 billion soms, while the total demand from banks reached 11 billion 950 million soms.
In Bishkek, a meeting was held dedicated to ensuring road safety and compliance with traffic rules by public transport drivers. According to the press service of the mayor's office, the meeting discussed the results of regular raids that take place every week on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays at the busiest stops in the city. Additionally, as part of the event, explanatory work and additional briefings for drivers were conducted to reduce the number of traffic accidents.
The Ministry of Health of the Kyrgyz Republic and the Public Fund "Social Stores – Eurasia K.G." have signed a memorandum aimed at strengthening social support for healthcare workers. The signing of the document took place with the participation of Deputy Minister of Health Aibek Turatalievich Matkerimov and fund representative Anton Arskiy.
Changes have been made to the government decree In Kyrgyzstan, the requirements for knowledge of the Kyrgyz language for civil servants have been strengthened. This has been made possible by changes introduced by the Cabinet of Ministers to decree No. 189, which was adopted on April 4, 2022. This document defines the standard qualification requirements for employees of state and municipal institutions.
- On January 20, the Ministry of Energy confirmed that work on the small hydropower plant "Papan" in the Kara-Suu district of the Osh region is ongoing. This hydropower plant will have a capacity of 27 MW.
Two children became victims of an alleged carbon monoxide poisoning at a kindergarten in Jerusalem. According to The Jerusalem Post, about 55 other children were also affected. Fire and rescue services found no hazardous substances at the scene of the incident; however, the investigation is considering the possibility of poisoning caused by a heating device.
As a result of the fire, one person was injured, and the area of the fire was 150 square meters. A fire occurred in a local mosque in Alamedin, which was successfully extinguished. This was reported by the Ministry of Emergency Situations.
As a result of the inspection, the company OsOO "Bina Group" was subjected to an administrative penalty in the form of a fine of 200,000 soms, and a written warning was issued requiring the elimination of the identified violations. The Ministry of Construction strongly urges all organizations and individuals engaged in construction activities to strictly adhere to legislative requirements and norms. Special attention is paid to compliance with technical regulations and safety
According to information from RIA Novosti, in 2025, the volume of beer exports from Russia reached 103 million dollars, which is 19% more compared to the previous year, 2024. This was made possible by the supply of over 190 thousand tons of malt beer. “According to preliminary data, in 2025, Russia completed beer export deliveries worth over 103 million dollars, which is a 19% increase compared to 2024,” reported experts from the federal center “Agroexport.”
In the village of Alamedin, located in Bishkek, an incident occurred involving a fire at a local mosque. According to the Ministry of Emergency Situations, two fire crews were dispatched to extinguish the flames.
The purchased equipment will contribute to improving the mobility of military units
During the meeting of the Committee on Industrial Policy, Transport, Fuel and Energy Complex, Architecture, and Construction, held on January 20, 2026, Deputy Kunduzbek Sulaymanov expressed interest in the issues of financial revenues generated by entities involved in renewable energy sources (RES) from the sale of electricity. Another deputy, Talaybek Masabirov, clarified details about the proposed regulation concerning the conduct of auctions to establish tariffs for projects utilizing RES.
Rumors about Brooklyn Peltz-Beckham's strained relationship with his parents continue to circulate. In a recent post, he candidly stated that he has no intention of reconciling with them. Briefly about his grievances: His parents constantly tried to interfere in his personal life and disrupted his relationships, both before and after his marriage to Nicola Peltz-Beckham. They controlled his image in the public space. Brooklyn faced attacks from his parents in both private and public
The transfer of 81 units of automotive equipment for the army took place in Kyrgyzstan, funded by the state budget. The event was attended by Prime Minister Adylbek Kasymaliev. The head of the government noted that the renewal of the army's vehicle fleet aims to increase the mobility and readiness of the Armed Forces for action. According to him, a modern military formation should combine traditions and the latest technologies, and the new equipment will facilitate the safe and prompt
According to the Solar Astronomy Laboratory of the IKI RAS, the "magnetic field induction," which is the only reliably measurable indicator of solar wind, shows values close to historical records. Scientists added that the storm will continue for at least another day, and full stabilization of the geomagnetic situation will not occur for at least 2-3 days. Despite the high levels of magnetic activity, scientists emphasize that there is no danger to human health on the surface of the
Chinese companies actively involved in Tajik mining projects, road construction, and industrial initiatives are now facing growing discontent from local communities where they invest, reports Ozodi. In a recent incident that occurred in November at the Zarafshan gold mine located near Penjikent in northwestern Tajikistan, local workers expressed dissatisfaction with working conditions. This enterprise is one of the largest in the country and is under the control of Chinese investors.
The Ministry of Energy offers the possibility of settlements with foreign investors in foreign currency to stimulate investments in the energy sector In Kyrgyzstan, there is an annual increase in electricity generation; however, the demand for it is growing at an even faster pace. This was stated by Deputy Minister of Energy Altynbek Rysbekov at a meeting of the committee of the Jogorku Kenesh, which deals with industrial policy, transport, and the fuel and energy complex.
The Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic has approved a new Statistical Program, which will be in effect until 2026. This document sets the framework for official statistical observations, establishes deadlines for data collection, and defines the range of government bodies responsible for providing statistics. The purpose of adopting this resolution is to ensure orderly collection and effective dissemination of official statistics. According to the new document, ministries, state
The construction of the small hydroelectric power station "Papan" with a capacity of 27 MW is ongoing in the Kara-Sui district of the Osh region, as reported by the press service of the Ministry of Energy of the Kyrgyz Republic. Currently, the following stages of work have been completed:
The Committee of the Jogorku Kenesh, dealing with issues of finance, budget, entrepreneurship, and competition development, has adopted the draft law "On Amendments to the Code of the Kyrgyz Republic on Offenses" in the first reading. The draft law was initiated by the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers, and its main provisions were presented by the Deputy Minister of Economy and Commerce, Sultan Akhmatov.
Events will be held at any time of the year In the Naryn region, a meeting was held dedicated to planning winter and summer press tours as a means of developing the tourism industry and increasing the influx of tourists to the region. This was reported by the regional administration.
Deputy Bakhridin Shabazov raised the issue of potential risks and possible outflow of investors at a meeting of the Committee on Industrial Policy, Transport, Fuel and Energy Complex, Architecture, and Construction, held on January 20, 2026. He focused on the cancellation of the coefficient of 1.3, applied for the guaranteed purchase of electricity produced using renewable energy sources (RES). Deputy Minister of Energy Altynbek Rysbekov, in response to these questions, confirmed that the
In a study published in the journal "Healthcare of Kyrgyzstan," authors A. Ch. Usupbaev, K. N. Stambekova, and N. A. Abdubaev evaluated the level of fertility in men with urolithiasis and andrological diseases. According to the data, andrological diseases in Kyrgyzstan occupy a significant place in the overall morbidity, especially among men of reproductive age. However, the impact of these diseases on fertility remains insufficiently studied.
Kenjebek Bektursunov, born in 1977, is wanted. This information was provided by the Council of Public Safety. He disappeared in Lebedinovka in November 2024, and since then his whereabouts have remained unknown.
In 1959, Valentino Garavani founded his fashion house, proclaiming his main goal to create beauty for women. On Monday in Rome, surrounded by family, the renowned designer Valentino Garavani passed away at the age of 94, reports "Amic.ru".
As a result of the decision made by the Board of Directors of OJSC "Keremet Bank" on January 14, Zhenishbek Muratbekov has left his position as Deputy Chairman of the Management Board. This move was prompted by his election to the bank's board of directors, according to information from the Kyrgyz Stock Exchange. Muratbekov held the position of Deputy Chairman since April 1, 2025.
- On January 20, 2023, during a meeting of the Committee on Industrial Policy, Transport, Fuel and Energy Complex, Architecture, and Construction, the draft law "On Amendments to the Law on Renewable Energy Sources" was reviewed and approved in the first reading. Deputy Minister of Energy Altynbek Rysbekov presented information about this draft law.
The educational seminar, which will last until January 23, provides an opportunity for coaches to enhance their knowledge and skills. The lectures are conducted by Vladislav Zeitlin, a certified AFC instructor.
At a meeting of the committee of the Jogorku Kenesh, which deals with constitutional legislation, local governance, and regulations, Deputy Kamila Talieva raised the issue of the insufficient number of women in high positions within government bodies. She noted that despite the adoption of a law limiting the share of one gender to 70%, this norm is not being observed. According to Talieva, among the 22 members of the government, only one woman holds a position, and among the 76 deputy
In Kyrgyzstan, approximately 1.5 million soms in fines were imposed on pawnshop institutions in 2025. This became known through the words of Suyorkul Ashimjan uulu, the chief specialist of the forecasting, control, and monitoring department of the financial market regulation and supervision service, during the "Elden Sobol" program organized by the "Kabar" agency. He noted that as a result of changes adopted on May 23, 2024, pawnshops were prohibited from sharing
Today, a meeting was held at the Main Internal Affairs Directorate of the capital of Kyrgyzstan, attended by employees of the investigative bodies, according to the press service of the police. During the event, the head of the Bishkek Main Internal Affairs Directorate, Azamat Toktonaliev, emphasized the importance of preventing corrupt actions and called for accountability from those citizens who attempt to offer bribes. Proposals from investigators were also discussed, to which the leadership
As of January 1, 2025, a new regulation on the necessity of paying a recycling fee under the Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) system has come into effect in Kyrgyzstan, according to information from the Ministry of Natural Resources. The EPR system is a state mechanism that places the responsibility on producers and importers for the disposal of goods and packaging after their use.
- At the meeting of the Committee on Finance, Budget, Entrepreneurship, and Competition Development, the draft law "On Amendments to the Law of the Kyrgyz Republic 'On State Procurement'" was approved in three readings. Minister of Economy and Commerce Bakyt Sydykov stated that the purpose of this draft law is to ensure more effective and reasonable use of funds from both the republican and local budgets in the process of state procurement. The proposed changes in the
In Kyrgyzstan, a draft law has been developed that proposes to reduce the response time for citizens' appeals from government bodies from 14 to 10 working days. This document has already been presented for discussion to the general public. The amendments concern Article 8 of the Law "On the Procedure for Considering Citizens' Appeals," where it is proposed to lower the established response time.
According to information provided by the Central Election Commission, nine candidates for deputy positions in the Jogorku Kenesh in district No. 13 have already submitted their applications to participate in the repeat elections. Among the candidates are: the director of LLC "BOUL" Bakyt Matsakov, head of the GTS department for the southern region Gulnara Abdyrazakova, private lawyer Kadyrbek Matsakov, head of the Bazar-Korgon RES Ulanichbek Cholponov, entrepreneur Toktorali Kalmatov,
In Talas, the driver of a passenger car "VAZ" was fined 25,000 soms for a serious violation of traffic rules. According to information from the Road Safety Department (UOBDD) of the regional Internal Affairs Directorate, the incident occurred on the Taraz–Talas–Suusamyr highway. The driver not only violated the rules but also put the safety of other road users at risk. As a result, his vehicle was impounded.
In December 2025, significant temperature anomalies were observed in Kazakhstan. As a result, several regions recorded new records, including one that had stood since 1978, as reported by Tengrinews.kz. According to Kazhydromet, warm weather conditions reminiscent of November were observed in the country at the beginning of December. Precipitation occurred in the form of rain and snow, and blizzards, fogs, and gusty winds were also recorded.
Photo from the internet. Northern Lights A recent solar flare resulted in the formation of a powerful cloud of charged particles that reached Earth in a record short time. This event triggered a G4 level geomagnetic storm, allowing residents in various parts of the planet to observe the northern lights in places where they are rarely seen. Photo from the internet. Anomalous solar flare led to auroras worldwide
- On January 19, 2026, during a meeting of the Committee of the Jogorku Kenesh on finance, budget, entrepreneurship, and competitiveness, Deputy Ulan Primov asked what measures are being taken in case pork is found in halal products. In response, Deputy Minister of Economy and Commerce Sultan Akhmatov reported on an incident that occurred in Kyrgyzstan.
In Kyrgyzstan, a ceremony was held to transfer 81 units of vehicles to the Ministry of Defense, attended by the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers Adylbek Kasymaliev. On behalf of the president and the government, Kasymaliev congratulated the military on the new acquisition, which was made using budget funds. Among the received vehicles are 19 JAC T-6 units and 36 Chevrolet cars, which were produced at the local plant "Tulpar Motors."
President Sadyr Japarov has ordered the reconstruction of the Sports Palace named after Kaba Uulu Kozhomkul in Bishkek. This information was announced at a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh committee on science, education, and culture, as reported by the director of the State Agency for Physical Culture and Sports, Kazibek Moldazhiyev. Deputy Bolot Sagynayev noted that sports facilities in the country are actively being updated and new ones are being built, which indicates the development of the