In the "Couples" section, we will tell you about 23-year-old Asylai Erkinbekova and 31-year-old Bilalov Teyyube Yunus oglu, who live in the Sokuluk district of Chui region. Asylai was born in 2001 in the At-Bashinsky district of Naryn region and currently lives in the village of Kyzyl-Tuu, where she manages the household.
During the meeting of the Committee of the Jogorku Kenesh on Finance, Budget, Entrepreneurship, and Competition Development on January 19, Bekeshev proposed conducting a study to find out how many parents evade alimony payments and how long the process of collecting them takes. The deputy believes that the current alimony system is outdated and needs reform.
The startup Cybernet AI from Kazakhstan has presented a unique automatic speech recognition (ASR) model that is focused on Turkic languages, as reported by the Astana Hub portal. The development can accurately recognize languages such as Kazakh, Turkish, Uzbek, Kyrgyz, Azerbaijani, and Tatar, as well as mixed speech using Turkic and Russian words. This significantly improves the quality of voice technologies used in business and government institutions.
Photo IAEA. The impact of climate change on mosquito reproduction The first results of the experiment on the sterilization of male mosquitoes were announced by the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) in collaboration with the Austrian city of Graz. This information was reported by the UN News Service. According to the data obtained, the proposed method serves as a basis for creating a strategy to combat pests, which includes safe mass breeding and sterilization of insects using radiation.
In Kyrgyzstan, there is a growing need to reform the alimony system, which, according to Deputy Dastan Bekeshev from constituency No. 22, is no longer functioning properly. At the meeting of the Budget Committee of the Jogorku Kenesh on January 19, he proposed a new approach. The deputy addressed Deputy Attorney General Ümütkan Konkubaeva, asking her to instruct court bailiffs to analyze the current situation with alimony: to find out which parents are fulfilling their obligations and which are
The creation of an international World Council on Gaza, aimed at resolving the conflict and enhancing stability in the region, was the subject of a recent address by U.S. President Donald Trump to the leaders of several countries, inviting them to join the new initiative. Among the first to receive the invitation was the President of Uzbekistan, Shavkat Mirziyoyev. He has already responded that Tashkent is ready to become one of the founding members of the World Council.
The rate has been reduced to 0.1 percent According to information from the State Tax Service, the single tax rate for individuals and legal entities engaged in activities outside of Kyrgyzstan is now 0.1 percent, down from the previous 1 percent.
As of the end of 2025, electricity consumption in China exceeded 10 trillion kilowatt-hours for the first time, marking a historic achievement. This data was published on the official website of the National Energy Administration of the People's Republic of China. Illustrative photo
Bermet Baryktabasova, head of the Independent Medical Union and an expert in evidence-based medicine, published a response on her Facebook page addressing the concerns of Deputy Elvira Surabaldiyeva, who expressed doubts about the potential negative impact of amendments to the Criminal Code on the situation of medical professionals in the country. Recently, a bill concerning amendments to Article 137 of the Criminal Code of the Kyrgyz Republic regarding torture was reviewed in the Jogorku
On January 19, Bakyt Torobaev held a meeting with Farid Talyshly, the permanent representative of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) in Kyrgyzstan. This information was provided by the press service of the Cabinet of Ministers. The agenda included issues related to cooperation between Kyrgyzstan and the IMF.
During the meeting of the Housing Committee, Deputy Umbetaly Kydyraliyev asked a question about the unspent funds of the State Agency for Physical Culture and Sports for the year 2025. He noted that the republican budget allocated an amount of 2 billion 446 million soms to this agency. Of this amount, 1 billion 62 million soms were directed to the wage fund, about 70 million soms for utilities, and 150 million soms for repair work. Additionally, 1 billion 103 million 163 thousand soms were
Recent studies have shown that a brief conversation with a trained chatbot was four times more effective in persuasion than traditional television advertising. Authors of the study: Stephen Lee Myers and Teddy Rosenbluth
In Bishkek, at the private medical-psychiatric center "Path to Life," where individuals with addictions underwent rehabilitation, an investigation has been launched regarding the abuse of patients. According to the press service of the State Committee for National Security of the Kyrgyz Republic (GKNB KR), eight employees of the institution have been detained. The investigation revealed that the center operated with gross violations of Kyrgyzstan's legislation. Staff members,
The hearing at the Pervomaisky District Court of Bishkek is scheduled for January 20 at 11:30. The man who previously filed a complaint with the police about a slap now claims that he is being subjected to "psychological pressure" and "disrespectful treatment." This was reported by lawyer Nurbek Toktakunov in his post on January 18 on Facebook. Toktakunov noted that this is the same man who initiated a fine of 10,000 soms imposed on a woman by the Sverdlovsk District Court.
At the meeting of the Committee of the Jogorku Kenesh on Science, Education, Innovative Development, Information Technologies, Culture, Sports, and Youth Affairs on January 19, Deputy Bolot Saginayev drew attention to the current condition of the Sports Palace in Bishkek. Saginayev, addressing the Director of the State Agency for Physical Culture and Sports Kazbek Moldazhiyev, noted that many sports complexes are currently undergoing repairs. He added that events have already been planned for
At the upcoming World Nomad Games, which will take place in Kyrgyzstan, 43 types of sports competitions will be presented. This was announced by Kazybek Moldazhiyev, the director of the State Agency for Physical Culture and Sports, during a meeting of the parliamentary committee responsible for science, education, and sports. He reminded that at the first games, the number of declared sports was only 17.
The security service of the Louvre witnessed a brazen robbery but did not attempt to stop the criminals, as shown in video footage released by the French television channel France 2. The footage shows several guards in black suits noticing one of the robbers climbing into the museum through a window and hastily leaving the hall. Immediately after this, a second criminal entered the gallery, clad in a motorcycle helmet and armed with an angle grinder. They headed towards specific display cases,
Photo IOM. IOM staff member speaking with a family of refugees in South Sudan This year, the International Organization for Migration (IOM) has announced its plans to respond to crises, featuring 32 key projects focused on different countries and regions. According to information from the UN news service, the organization aims to assist 22.7 million people, including migrants, refugees, internally displaced persons, and local communities. To implement these plans, IOM requires funding of $2.5
In Bishkek, police officers detained a suspect for hooliganism, as reported by the press service of the Lenin District Department of Internal Affairs. According to police information, on January 17, 2026, at about 7:05 AM, a report was received at the Lenin District Internal Affairs Office from one of the hospitals that a citizen A.K., born in 1993, had been hospitalized with a knife wound. An investigative group was dispatched to the scene.
At a meeting of the Committee of the Jogorku Kenesh, which deals with issues of finance, budget, entrepreneurship, and competition development, a draft law amending the Law "On State Procurement" was approved. This decision was made in three readings. According to the Minister of Economy and Commerce Bakyt Sydykov, the goal of the new document is to ensure more effective and rational use of budgetary funds, both at the republican and local levels, as well as to simplify and optimize
Law enforcement officers successfully found 18-year-old Khasiyatkhan Abdullaeva, who had been considered missing for an entire month. According to the press service of the Internal Affairs Department of the Jalal-Abad region, Khasiyatkhan, born in 2008, left her home on December 16, 2025, around 11:00 AM and did not return. As a result of operational actions by the police, the girl's whereabouts were established on January 17, 2026, in Bishkek, after which she was returned to her family.
On January 19, specialists from the Department of Environmental Monitoring under the Ministry of Natural Resources collected emission samples at the waste processing plant located at the sanitary landfill in Bishkek. The press service of the Ministry of Natural Resources reported that the purpose of these studies is to assess the impact of this enterprise on the environment.
In the livestock market of the Sokuluk district, verification activities are being conducted. According to information provided by the district administration, on January 17 and 18, 2026, raid activities took place at the municipal livestock market, which belongs to the municipal enterprise "Taza-ayyl" in the Sary-Ozyon rural district.
The old house on Gorky Street (Zhusayeva) in Karakol, Issyk-Kul region, was built in 1918, reports the city administration. Here lived Dmitry Andreevich Temlyakov, born on February 21, 1924, in a small village of Molochnaya Gora in the Kadomsky district of the Ryazan region.
Considering the unfavorable weather conditions and storm warning, the authorities of Kyrgyzstan are strengthening control over the operation of energy facilities. This was reported by the Bishkek city administration. According to the city administration, a reserve has been prepared for emergency repair work to prevent possible emergency situations, and schemes have been developed for the rapid elimination of damages.
According to the Public Safety Council, Beishenbek Asyrankulov left his home on January 10 of this year. He lives in the city of Kant on Rosa Luxemburg Street. According to data from the "Safe City" surveillance cameras, he was last seen at the intersection of Jibek Jolu Avenue and Kuliev Street in Bishkek.
In Kyrgyzstan, there is an increase in cases of influenza and ARVI, as reported by the Department of Disease Prevention and State Sanitary and Epidemiological Surveillance of the Ministry of Health of the Kyrgyz Republic. According to the latest data, in the third week of 2026 (from January 12 to 18), the number of registered cases amounted to 15,869. This indicates an increase compared to the previous week.
The installation of an automated commercial electricity metering system (ACEMS) has started in Bishkek thanks to the efforts of the branch of OJSC "NESK," responsible for the electrical networks. This was reported by the organization itself. The implementation of ACEMS aims to improve electricity distribution, enhance control, and ensure transparent consumption accounting.
At a meeting with directors and founders of private schools in Almaty, Minister of Education Zhuldyz Suleimenova shared new requirements that are being introduced for the operation of these educational institutions. This was reported by Tengrinews. .
Photo from social media. Mahabat Sadybek An important work titled Comprehensive Grammar of the Kyrgyz Language has been published on the international platform Amazon. The author of this publication is Mahabat Sadybek, a Doctor of Sciences, linguist, and international political scientist, who has been living and working in Germany for a long time.
The reader contacted the Call Center Kaktus.media with a question about replacing indefinite driver's licenses. He noted: "My old license, issued in the 2000s, has categories B and C. I'm curious if there will be an automatic addition of subcategories B1 and C1, or will I have to take exams? According to the old regulation (paragraph 36), which is now invalid, this was possible."
On January 19, Bishkek took the top position in the global list of cities with the most polluted air. This data was published by the World Air Quality project. The air quality index (AQI) in the capital reached 396, which corresponds to the "hazardous" category.
Photo from the internet. Passenger train crash in Spain According to preliminary information, there are no dead or injured Kyrgyz citizens as a result of the railway accident that occurred in Spain. This was officially reported by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic, citing data from local authorities. The ministry clarified that no requests for assistance from citizens of the Kyrgyz Republic have been received by the embassy.
This aerial photograph, taken from a helicopter, shows Al Asad Airbase in the western part of the Anbar desert in Iraq on December 29, 2019 According to a report from the Iraqi Ministry of Defense, the last group of American military advisors left the Ain al-Asad airbase in Anbar province on January 18. This base had been under U.S. control for more than two decades. As part of the coalition led by Washington, cooperation was carried out in the fight against the terrorist organization
At the meeting of the committee of the Jogorku Kenesh dedicated to finance, budget, and entrepreneurship, deputy Dastan Bekeshev expressed dissatisfaction with the high prices of fishing tickets, which have led to complaints from citizens of Kyrgyzstan. According to him, the cost of a ticket exceeds 600 soms for the opportunity to catch three kilograms of fish, and the ticket has become a one-time purchase, unlike the previously available annual ticket.
Wastewater treatment facilities remain one of the key issues, especially in the context of a growing population. According to the head of the Ministry of Natural Resources, Meder Mashiev, in an interview with AKIpress, the increase in the number of residents in large settlements leads to a rise in consumption, while the treatment facilities remain unchanged. The minister noted that many treatment facilities in small towns were built back in the Soviet era.
- The presentation of a new pilot project for the installation of a solar photovoltaic station with a BESS energy storage system took place in Bishkek. This information was disseminated by the press service of the Ministry of Economy. The project was implemented with the support of the Ministry of Economy and Commerce.
The maximum prison term will be three years In the Kyrgyz Republic, prison sentences will be applied to parents who evade alimony payments. This was announced by Deputy Attorney General Umutkan Konkubaeva during a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh.
The State Institution "Kyzmat" commented on the recent statements made by Deputy Director Ernes Dosaliev during a meeting of the relevant parliamentary committee. Dosaliev mentioned the case of a man who submitted a request to change his personal identification number (PIN) after changing his gender. According to the institution's press service, the words cited by Dosaliev were hypothetical and were used solely to illustrate potential legal conflicts. The statement emphasizes
Now that Donald Trump has not been awarded the Nobel Peace Prize, he feels free from the obligation to care about global issues and can focus on the interests of the United States. In a letter addressed to Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre, the U.S. President expressed his position, as reported by PBS News international affairs and defense correspondent Nick Schifrin. According to his information, in the letter Trump links the Nobel Prize to issues concerning Greenland and reiterates
On January 19, the committee of the Jogorku Kenesh responsible for finance, budget, and entrepreneurship development approved amendments to the legislation concerning enforcement proceedings. Deputy Attorney General Umutkan Konkubaeva noted that the new legislation will stipulate that parents evading the payment of alimony established by the court for the maintenance of children or disabled adult children, when arrears exceed three consecutive months or a year, may face arrest for a period of
In southern Spain, on January 18, a serious accident occurred when two passenger trains collided near the settlement of Adamus. As a result of the incident, at least 39 people died, and more than 120 were injured. This information was announced by the press service of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Kyrgyzstan. According to preliminary data from Spanish authorities, there are no citizens of Kyrgyzstan among the victims and the injured. The Kyrgyz Embassy in France has not received any
At this meeting, the deputies discussed the need to increase trust in product labeling. Ulan Primov noted that consumers are not always aware of the actual composition of goods, highlighting the importance of ensuring complete traceability—from slaughter to sale. In light of the identified violations, financial penalties were introduced:
On January 19, 2026, specialists from the Department of Environmental Monitoring conducted sampling of industrial emissions at the waste processing plant located on the territory of the municipal sanitary landfill in Bishkek. This became known from a statement by the Ministry of Natural Resources of the Kyrgyz Republic. The main goal of this study is to analyze the impact of the enterprise on the environmental situation in the region. During the monitoring, laboratory tests are conducted on
The Ministry of Agriculture of the Kyrgyz Republic announced the development of an automated information system "Unified Information System for Water" (AIS UISW), which is part of the digitalization measures of the Water Resources Service. This new system is designed for comprehensive management of water resources in the field of irrigation, aiming to enhance the efficiency of planning, accounting, and monitoring of water supply, as well as ensuring transparency in the use of water
The draft resolution presented for discussion by the Cabinet of Ministers proposes to establish a new professional holiday — the Day of IT Workers in Kyrgyzstan. According to this document, the new holiday is planned to be celebrated annually on April 4. This initiative aims to officially recognize the importance of specialists in the field of digital technologies and information systems, as well as to highlight their contribution to the socio-economic development of the country.
The Autonomous Non-Profit Organization "Eurasia" has announced a new online course titled "Personal Brand. How to Become Noticed." Participation in the program is completely free and open to residents of various countries. Registration for the course will begin on January 20. This course is aimed at those who seek to improve their professional communication skills and learn how to effectively promote themselves on social media. Participants will gain knowledge on how to