In Bishkek, a suspect in a car theft from a parking lot has been detained

Employees of the Internal Affairs Department of the Lenin District of Bishkek detained a 30-year-old man suspected of car theft. This information was confirmed by the press service of the department. A resident of the capital, known as D.S., reported to the police with a statement. She told them that on January 10, at one of the parking lots in Bishkek, an unknown person broke the right rear window of her car and stole a bag containing personal documents and an amount of $2,000. After the

A Dzud Has Struck Mongolia

Currently, nine out of 21 aimags, such as Uvs, Khovd, Zavkhan, as well as the central Övörkhangai and northern Selenge, are experiencing dzud conditions, according to a statement from the General Authority for Emergency Situations. Dzud is a term that describes severe winter conditions when a significant number of livestock die due to extreme cold or because the ground is covered with snow.

The State Department clarified which visas the U.S. will stop issuing to Russians.

According to information provided by RBC, the U.S. State Department will suspend the issuance of immigration visas for citizens of 75 countries, including Russia.

UN Secretary-General: World Leaders "Doom International Cooperation to Destruction"

In his speech, Guterres once again emphasized his concern about the brutal repression in Iran. Speaking about current challenges, Guterres pointed to "self-destructive geopolitical divides and egregious violations of international law" that are tearing the world apart. He highlighted the importance of international cooperation at this critical time, adding that "some are seeking to doom it to failure."

Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova stated that television host Solovyov's remarks about Central Asia do not represent Moscow's official position.

During the "Solovyov Live" program that took place on January 10, Solovyov characterized Central Asia as "our" territory and suggested the possibility of conducting a special military operation in regions influenced by Russia. He also expressed the opinion that the loss of Armenia is a serious problem for Russia. Zakharova emphasized that Solovyov's words represent a personal opinion expressed within the framework of a private television channel. She added that his

Mongolia to Deepen Cooperation with China in the Field of Responsible Mineral Extraction

At the meeting, an agreement was reached between the National Geological Administration of Mongolia and the Geological Administration of China to prepare a Cooperation Agreement in Geology, which will continue the previously signed Memorandum of Understanding in September 2025 at the "Mining Industry Week" event in Mongolia. The main goal of the new agreement is to jointly conduct research in the fields of geology and geochemistry in border areas, exchange specialists and train

Salt for livestock from Uzbekistan was not allowed into Kyrgyzstan

At the Kyrgyz-Uzbek border, at the veterinary control point "Dostuk" in Osh, a batch of salt for livestock weighing 22 tons, which was coming from Uzbekistan, was stopped. This information was provided by the Ministry of Water Resources and Agriculture of Kyrgyzstan. During the inspection conducted by specialists from the border veterinary control, it was found that the documents for the cargo did not comply with the veterinary and sanitary standards of the Eurasian Economic Union. In

Black Smoke. The Hotel Owner in Bishkek Fined 28,000 Som

On January 14, information appeared on Facebook about black smoke observed at the intersection of Ogonbaeva and Almatinskaya streets in the Sverdlovsk district of the capital. The press service of the Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision promptly responded to this report. Inspectors from the Environmental and Technical Supervision Service immediately went to the scene and found that the source of the smoke was not in the "Mustafa" café, as initially

The Iranian Ambassador to Pakistan stated that Donald Trump promised not to attack his country.

Reza Amiri Moghadam, the Iranian ambassador to Pakistan, stated that Donald Trump promised not to strike his country. These words were published in the Pakistani newspaper Dawn. Photo Reuters. The Iranian Ambassador to Pakistan Reza Amiri Moghadam reported that Donald Trump guaranteed no attacks on his country

Denis Petrashov won silver at the tournament in the USA

The breaststroke swimming competition at a distance of 100 meters took place on January 14 and 15. In the preliminary heats, Denis showed the second-best time, which allowed him to confidently advance to the finals. The final took place on the morning of January 15, where he finished with a time of 59.55 seconds, earning him second place and a silver medal.

In the districts of Bishkek, there will be no water on January 20.

The press service of the Bishkek mayor's office reported a planned shutdown of drinking water in some areas of the city on January 20 from 09:00 to 02:00. During this time, water supply will be temporarily suspended for residential buildings, educational institutions, kindergartens, medical facilities, and other social objects. The shutdown zones include:

WBA Champion Davis Wanted in Connection with Assault on Ex-Girlfriend

Mass Poisoning in "Daamduu": Number of Victims Rises to 17, All of Them Ate Shawarma

According to the information from the Department of State Sanitary and Epidemiological Surveillance, the total number of people affected by food poisoning at the fast food restaurant "Daamduu" has reached 17, including 4 children. The incident was recorded on January 15. Currently, 13 of the affected individuals are hospitalized, while 4 are receiving outpatient treatment. The Department claims that everyone has received the necessary medical assistance, and clinical samples have been

GKNB KR: Major Loan Shark and Owner of a Pawnshop Chain Detained

According to information from the State Committee for National Security (GKNB), "S.M.A." provided loans under terms that were clearly unfavorable for borrowers, putting them in a dependent position and depriving them of the ability to fulfill their financial obligations. At the same time, the moneylender used various methods to intimidate his clients and prevent them from contacting law enforcement agencies. Moreover, "S.M.A." engaged in the illegal seizure of movable and

In "Ak-Ordo," schoolchildren risk their lives trying to get on a crowded bus

In the residential area of "Ak-Ordo," eyewitnesses captured on video how a large number of schoolchildren rush to the bus stop, eager to board an overcrowded bus. The footage shows that the children literally throw themselves at the approaching vehicle, with some of them ending up dangerously close to the wheels. According to witnesses, similar incidents occur every day — children face difficulties in their commutes due to a lack of buses and overcrowded routes. During peak hours,

The President initiated the unification of state media and the creation of a publishing house

Sadyr Japarov, the president of the country, signed a decree to establish a state publishing house named "Kyrgyz Tuusu." This document aims to improve state information policy, strengthen the printing base, as well as ensure the effective operation of state media and optimize budget expenditures.

Bishkek is Catastrophically Lacking Ambulances

At the meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh held on January 14, 2026, Deputy Zhanibek Abirov raised a troubling issue regarding the shortage of ambulances in Bishkek. Following the recent administrative-territorial reform, the population of the capital has exceeded 1.3 million people, while only 35–40 teams are operational on the line. As a result, medical professionals are unable to respond to calls in a timely manner, putting the lives of thousands of citizens at risk. Despite efforts towards

In 2025, catering establishments in Bishkek were fined 23.3 million soms.

In 2025, catering establishments in Bishkek were fined 23 million 334 thousand soms. This was reported by the head of the food hygiene department of the Central State Sanitary and Epidemiological Surveillance (CSSES) of the capital, Mahamat Murzashev. He noted that within the framework of monitoring compliance with hygiene standards, 1,728 decisions on imposing fines were issued. As a result, the operation of 171 establishments was suspended.

Mass poisoning in Bishkek. Fast food outlet closed down

Photo 24.kg. More than ten people were poisoned in one of the cafes in Bishkek According to information provided by the Department of Disease Prevention and State Sanitary and Epidemiological Surveillance, a mass poisoning occurred in Bishkek. As a result of the incident, 17 people were affected, including 4 children. Of these, 13 people require hospitalization and are receiving inpatient treatment, while the others are receiving outpatient care.

US fighter jet issued a distress signal over Japan and disappeared from radar

A troubling incident occurred in the sky over the Pacific Ocean: a fifth-generation American fighter jet sent a distress signal and soon disappeared from radar screens.

The court extended the detention of Sultanbekov, Atambaev, and Atazov until March 17.

The judicial authorities decided to extend the detention of Temirlan Sultanbekov, Kadyrbek Atambaev, Shailoobek Atazov, and other participants in the case related to the organization of mass riots for two months — until March 17. Photo from social media

The head of the Traffic Police of the Naryn region, detained by the State Committee for National Security, has been sentenced.

The sentence for the head of the Road Traffic Safety Department of the Naryn region, who was detained by the State Committee for National Security (GKNB), has been issued. According to information from the GKNB provided in October 2025, the department head was detained by representatives of the GKNB and the Ministry of Internal Affairs' Internal Investigations Service on suspicion of fraud under Article 209, Part 4, Clause 4 of the Criminal Code.

Kazakh Kokpar Included in the Program of the World Nomad Games

"The initiative was proposed by our side"

In the recreation park in Osh, "Palvan-Saray," owned by Bayaman Erkinbaev, is being demolished.

In Osh, work has begun on the demolition of the "Palvan-Saray" building located in the Alisher Navoi Park, as reported by the city administration's press service. According to the mayor's office, the main reason for the demolition is that the building has been neglected for nearly two decades, leading to its transformation into a dump.

In Bishkek, prices for meat products and other socially significant goods are being checked

Photo by the press service of the Bishkek City Hall In the capital of Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek, regular monitoring of prices for socially significant products is being carried out, including meat products such as beef and lamb. This was reported by the press service of the city hall. These measures are being taken in accordance with the directive of the Ministry of Economy and Commerce issued on August 7, 2025, concerning temporary state price control on meat (including beef and lamb, excluding

In one of the schools in Bishkek, a teacher hit a student at the blackboard

In Bishkek, a teacher acted aggressively towards a student during a lesson. A recording of the incident went viral on social media. The video shows the educator shouting at the student and striking him on the head and face because the boy was unable to answer a question.

A major moneylender and owner of a pawnshop chain was detained in Bishkek

In Bishkek, the illegal business of S.M.A., who owned a chain of pawnshops and engaged in usury, was stopped, as reported by the press service of the State Committee for National Security (SCNS). According to the agency's information, S.M.A. exploited the financial difficulties of citizens to carry out his criminal activities, extracting illegal profits. He provided loans under extremely unfavorable conditions, which put clients in dependency and limited their ability to fulfill financial

Food Poisoning from Shawarma in Bishkek: Fast Food Outlet Fined and Closed. What About the Victims?

According to information provided by the Department of Disease Prevention and Sanitary-Epidemiological Surveillance of the Ministry of Health of Kyrgyzstan, a mass food poisoning related to products prepared at "Daamduu" has been confirmed. Of the 17 affected individuals, four are children.

In the Batken Region, energy equipment has been upgraded at 8 substations

The replacement of outdated oil circuit breakers has been completed at eight substations in the Batken region. This was reported by the Ministry of Energy of the Kyrgyz Republic. In particular, at the 35/6 kV "Chauvay" substation, old circuit breakers on the 6 kV lines "RESH-22", "School", "Factory", and "Section" were dismantled. Similar work was carried out at the 35/6 kV "Pump - Kulundu" substation, where circuit breakers on the 6

Exchange Rates at the Moscow City Council on January 16: The Ruble Surged in Value

On the morning of January 16, the exchange rates for foreign currencies at the Moscow City Council are presented with the following values:

New U.S. Visa Requirements. The Ambassador of the Kyrgyz Republic Met with the Assistant Secretary of State

Yesterday, January 21, the extraordinary and plenipotentiary ambassador of Kyrgyzstan to the USA, Aibek Moldogaziev, held a meeting with John Pommershaime, Deputy Assistant Secretary of State for Central and South Asia. This was reported by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Kyrgyzstan. During the meeting, key aspects of Kyrgyz-American partnership were discussed, as well as the upcoming business forum "B5+1," which will take place on February 4-5 in Bishkek.

Food poisoning from fast food. The number of affected individuals has risen to 23, including 5 children.

As of January 16, the number of people affected by food poisoning at the fast-food establishment "Daamduu" in Bishkek has increased to 23. Among them, 5 are children, as reported by the Ministry of Health of the Kyrgyz Republic. Recall that on January 15, a case of mass poisoning occurred at this establishment. The Department of Disease Prevention and State Sanitary and Epidemiological Surveillance previously reported 17 affected individuals, including 4 children.

The "Turkic Week" Took Place in Vienna. Photos

For the second time, the international cultural initiative called "Turkic Week" took place in the Austrian capital, as reported by the press service of the Ministry of Culture. High-ranking officials participated in the event, including the Minister of Culture, Information, and Youth Policy Mirbek Mambetaliev and the Secretary General of the Organization of Turkic-speaking States Kubanychbek Omuraliev. Representatives of international organizations, diplomats, and members of diasporas

In a fire at a Bishkek dormitory, a foreigner died, 38 people were evacuated

Today, a fire broke out in a three-story dormitory in the Sverdlovsk district of Bishkek. The fire was completely extinguished by 10:20. According to information provided by the Emergency Situations Department of the capital, one firefighting crew and a command post were involved in extinguishing the fire. During the inspection of the scene, rescuers found the body of a foreigner born in 2004. During the rescue operation, 38 people were evacuated, and the area of the fire was about 20 square

Dastan Bekeshev: Young People Will Be Leaving for Kazakhstan or Uzbekistan to Obtain Driver's Licenses

The deputy noted that the training periods for obtaining licenses are too long Deputy of the Jogorku Kenesh Dastan Bekeshev expressed the opinion that the youth of Kyrgyzstan may start going to Kazakhstan or Uzbekistan for training and obtaining driver's licenses.

In the Jogorku Kenesh, a demand was made for the protection of the rights of Kyrgyz citizens in Russia.

At a recent meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, deputies discussed important issues concerning Kyrgyz citizens living abroad. In particular, they raised the problem of the mass incarceration of Kyrgyz citizens in foreign prisons, as well as shortcomings in the operation of Russian migration registries, which jeopardizes law-abiding entrepreneurs.

The government approved the agreement with Tajikistan on cooperation in the field of tourism.

The Cabinet of Ministers of Kyrgyzstan has approved an agreement on cooperation with Tajikistan in the field of tourism. This document was agreed upon in Dushanbe during the summer months of 2025 and has now received official confirmation. The adoption of this agreement has become the final stage of domestic procedures. The implementation of the agreement has been entrusted to the Ministry of Economy and Commerce of the country.

The Minister of Culture of the Kyrgyz Republic visited the University of Music in Austria

Among the important events were negotiations with Ulrike Sih, the rector of the University of Music and Performing Arts Vienna, as well as with Christian Schicklgruber, the deputy director of the World Museum of Austria. Key aspects of bilateral cultural and humanitarian cooperation were discussed, including the sharing of experiences, the implementation of joint initiatives and programs, as well as issues related to youth training in the field of culture and arts. The minister emphasized that

Dozens of predators shot after attacks on livestock in the village of Ak-Tal

In the village of Ak-Tal, located in the Ak-Tala district of the Naryn region, local hunters have successfully shot 22 jackals since November of this year. According to information provided by the village elder Dastan Imankbekov, the hunting of these animals began in November 2025. All the jackal skins were handed over to the district agricultural development office, where they were registered and marked. It is important to note that the government pays hunters about 1600 soms for each jackal

Around 35,000 citizens of Kyrgyzstan are at risk of deportation from Russia.

Kulubaev also noted that a significant portion of citizens who showed responsibility managed to legalize their status by taking advantage of the additional time provided for verification in the registry. However, he pointed out that some citizens remain in the registry and may be deported. The minister also added that Russia may consider the possibility of easing migration policies due to a labor shortage in the country. The head of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs emphasized that the return of

The Daily Life of Border Guards: Service at the Border in −50 Degrees

In winter, the border guards of Kyrgyzstan continue their service, ensuring security and patrolling in difficult high-altitude areas, including the section of the border with China in the Naryn region. According to the Border Service, temperatures in this region can reach −30 to −50 degrees.

List of Meat Processing Companies in the Country (Addresses and Owners)

- According to the National Statistical Committee, since the beginning of 2023, 252.5 thousand tons of meat in live weight have been produced in the republic. The increase in meat production in the country is due to the growth of the livestock population, particularly pigs.

The State Committee for National Security detained the owner of a pawnshop chain and displayed the collateral of clients.

The detained suspect. Photo by the State National Security Committee. According to the press center of the State National Security Committee, law enforcement agencies detained S. M. A. in connection with his suspected illegal activities related to the pawnshop. According to the agency's data, he was conducting "illegal pawnshop and usury activities," profiting from citizens who found themselves in difficult financial situations.

India invited to participate in the World Delphi Games in Kyrgyzstan

In Delhi, a meeting took place between the Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary Ambassador of Kyrgyzstan, Askar Beshimov, and key participants of the Indian business and cultural association Pythian Games. Among the participants were the founder of the organization, Bijender Goel, and the president of the Global Trade & Technology Council of India, Gaurav Gupta. This information was provided by the press service of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. During the negotiations, directions for

January - a month of change? Why do people start looking for new jobs after the New Year (survey)

The winter period is traditionally considered calm for the labor market. However, with the start of the year, many job seekers begin to think about changing their place of work. The platform headhunter.kg conducted a survey among more than 450 respondents in Kyrgyzstan to find out the reasons for this phenomenon: is it a result of emotional state after a busy year, fatigue, or a conscious decision to take the next career step? Here’s what we found out. Factors Contributing to the Desire to

The city of Asman's project was presented to investors in Shanghai and Nanjing

In Shanghai and Nanjing, a presentation of the environmental project of the city of Asman took place. This was reported by the press service of the National Investment Agency of the Kyrgyz Republic. A delegation from Kyrgyzstan participated in an international business forum organized by Shanghai Minhou Xuyi Business, where information about the country's investment climate was presented to potential partners. The main topics of discussion included digitalization, infrastructure

Life in the Regions: Hunter M. Beishekeev Explained Why They First Try to Shoot the Wolf and Only Then the She-Wolf

Murad Beyshekeyev, who is 49 years old, lives in Talas and has been hunting wolves for many years. “I am engaged in agriculture and have been passionate about hunting since childhood. I have three uncles who were also hunters, and by observing them, I learned this craft. Hunting is not an easy task. To become a true master, qualities such as precision, courage, patience, and perseverance are necessary. Without these skills, it is impossible to achieve success,” he shares.

Annexation of Greenland. Seven European countries sent military forces to the island.

In response to the growing tension surrounding Greenland, caused by claims from the United States and threats from President Donald Trump, seven European countries have decided to establish a military presence on the island. Germany, Sweden, France, the Netherlands, Canada, Denmark, and Norway have taken this step, as reported by Politico.