Every year, the State Tax Service of the Kyrgyz Republic publishes reports on the incomes and expenditures of state and municipal officials for the previous year. In these documents, officials indicate their salaries, additional incomes, as well as information about movable and immovable property, including details about their close relatives.
According to the announced data, compared to 2024, the export value has increased by 28.7%. As part of the program to develop local industry, it is planned to invest ₮198 billion ($57.5 million) in expanding the capacities of cashmere processing enterprises.
At a recent reception at the White House, Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado presented her Nobel Peace Prize medal to Donald Trump. She announced this at a press conference, as reported by El Nacional.
The Department of Disease Prevention and State Sanitary and Epidemiological Surveillance reminds owners of public catering establishments of their responsibility for the safety of the products offered. Specialists recommend strictly adhering to sanitary norms and regulations, conducting quality control in production, and allowing only those employees who have undergone medical examinations to work.
A video has surfaced online showing a worker from the city enterprise "Tazalyk" demonstrating an impressive speed of garbage collection by tossing waste into a garbage truck while on the move. This clip quickly attracted the attention of users and garnered numerous positive reviews. Users note that such an approach to work deserves respect and emphasize the importance of work ethic, regardless of the field of activity. Authors of the publications also draw the attention of citizens to
In Kyrgyzstan, on January 16, it was reported that the roads at the passes have been opened, and traffic is being conducted without any restrictions. The information was provided by the Ministry of Transport and Communications of the Kyrgyz Republic. The agency noted that the work on clearing the road sections and treating slippery areas with a sand-salt mixture is being carried out by the state enterprises "Kyrgyzavtozhol-Tushtuk" and "Kyrgyzavtozhol-Tunduk."
As a result of the food poisoning incident in Bishkek, 23 people sought medical attention at the Republican Clinical Infectious Diseases Hospital. This was reported by the chief physician of the institution, Gulzhigit Aaliev. Of the affected individuals, 18 were hospitalized, including 4 children. The remaining patients, including one child, are receiving outpatient treatment.
Photo from the internet. The yuan has been steadily rising against the som since last year As of January 16, the official rates of the dollar, Russian ruble, and Chinese yuan have increased, while the euro has shown a decline. The Kazakh tenge remains unchanged. This data is provided by the National Bank of Kyrgyzstan and exchange points in Bishkek. US Dollar:
In the last 24 hours, foreign media and news agencies reported significant events in Ukraine and beyond, especially amid military actions. Here are the key points: According to the DeepState project, Russian military forces continue to advance in the Zaporizhzhia region. Ukrainian Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko announced the possibility of easing the curfew in areas where emergency energy measures are in effect. As a result of attacks by Russian forces in the Nikopol district of Dnipropetrovsk
The export was carried out within 1,475 trips, exceeding the previous record by 11,236 tons. Of the total volume, 1,241 cargo batches weighing 168,712 tons were processed through the Gashuunsukhait customs point, while 234 batches, amounting to 31,729 tons, were processed through Khangi. Of this volume, 106,879 tons were supplied through the Mongolian Coal Exchange, which became a record figure for a single day since the beginning of 2023, when coal exports from the exchange started. This
As part of this event, "All Stars," various activities are planned, including competitions for young talents, a long-distance throw contest, skill competitions, as well as men's and women's all-star matches. Additionally, the long-awaited "Mixed All-Star Match" will take place. The participation of 22 representatives from the fields of art, sports, and public life is expected, with teams led by famous Mongolian wrestlers Batmagnai and Orkhonbayar. According to the
On January 16, the national futsal team of Kyrgyzstan will play its first friendly match as part of the preparation for the competitions in Indonesia. Under the guidance of Nurzhan Jetibayev, the team will face the Tajik national team.
Regional players are concerned about the possible consequences of military intervention Saudi Arabia, Oman, and Qatar have taken active steps to dissuade U.S. President Donald Trump from attacking Iran, expressing concern about "serious consequences for the region." This was reported by sources citing AFP and "Mirror."
The captain of the Kyrgyzstan national futsal team, Shohrukh Makhamadaminov, has started his career at a new Russian club. At the end of 2025, it became known about his transfer from the Belarusian team "Stolitsa" to "Torpedo," located in Nizhny Novgorod.
The National Bank has presented the current exchange rates for foreign currencies as of January 16, 2026. Compared to the data from the previous day, changes in the rates of some currencies were insignificant. US Dollar (USD) — 87.4489 som (previous rate — 87.4483) Euro (EUR) — 101.7074 som (previous rate — 101.8510) Russian Ruble (RUB) — 1.1155 som (previous rate — 1.1088) Kazakh Tenge (KZT) — 0.1712 som (previous rate — 0.1712) Chinese Yuan (CNY) — 12.5478 som (previous rate — 12.5415) In
Arslan Koichiev, the Secretary of State of the Kyrgyz Republic, spoke on Kyrgyz Radio, emphasizing that the awarding process should be based on sequence and traditions, reflecting the continuity of the nation and its state identity. He added that the existing system of state awards requires updating and moving to a higher quality level.
A study conducted by scientists from Loma Linda University has shown that water coolers and vending machines in public places may have a higher level of bacteria than regular tap water. The data was presented in a review of 70 studies published in the journal AIMS Microbiology. It was found that bacteria can multiply in the nozzles and tubes of water dispensers just a few days after disinfection. This is because tap water contains residual chlorine, which inhibits the growth of microorganisms,
On January 15, U.S. President Donald Trump held a meeting with María Corina Machado, the leader of the Venezuelan opposition. This was reported by DW. The main topic of discussion was the prospects for Venezuela following Washington's intervention in the country's affairs, particularly the overthrow of Nicolás Maduro. At the end of the conversation, Machado, who became a Nobel Peace Prize laureate last year, stated that she symbolically "presented" Trump with her medal in
Kasymaliev also noted that the debureaucratization process occurs in several stages. The first stage concerned central government bodies, during which procedures for citizens and entrepreneurs were simplified, and inter-agency cooperation was improved. It is important to note that the second stage will focus on the regions, which implies the launch of reforms to enhance the efficiency of local governance and reduce bureaucracy.
In Bishkek, several events are planned to commemorate the 83rd anniversary of the lifting of the blockade of Leningrad. This information was published in a press release received by the editorial office. On January 16 at 11:00 AM, a rally will take place in the Victory Park named after Dair Asanov, during which flowers will be laid at the monument "Courage of Leningraders - Nobility of Kyrgyzstanis".
A meeting was held at the Ministry of Culture, Information, and Youth Policy, aimed at discussing a state program focused on the development of reading culture and the preservation of the country's intellectual heritage. The meeting was chaired by Deputy Prime Minister Edil Baisalov and attended by representatives from various government agencies.
On January 15, a case of food poisoning occurred in Bishkek, resulting in 17 people being affected, including 4 children. In connection with this, specialists from the Department of Disease Prevention and State Sanitary and Epidemiological Surveillance of the Ministry of Health of Kyrgyzstan have prepared recommendations to prevent food poisoning. Food poisoning is an acute illness that arises after consuming food containing toxic substances or contaminated with pathogenic microorganisms.
In the Chui region, inspectors from the local traffic police are conducting checks on the condition of special equipment and the availability of inert materials at enterprises engaged in road maintenance. According to the press service of the traffic police, these checks are aimed at ensuring the quality of road work and creating safe conditions for all road users. During inspections, vehicles used in the road sector are checked, as well as the stocks of inert materials necessary for road
Machado noted that this moment is historic for Venezuelans. After the meeting with Trump, she stated, "I think today is a historic day for us, Venezuelans." However, despite the awarding of the medal, Trump had previously not supported Machado's candidacy for the position of the new leader of Venezuela after the capture of Nicolás Maduro by American special forces. Instead, he established cooperation with Delcy Rodríguez, the acting president, who was previously the vice
In Bishkek, there was a mass poisoning after visiting the fast food restaurant "Daamduu." According to the State Sanitary and Epidemiological Surveillance Center, on January 15, 12 people sought medical attention at the Republican Infectious Diseases Hospital with symptoms of food poisoning. After conducting an inspection, the staff of the State Sanitary and Epidemiological Surveillance identified violations, for which the café was fined 36,000 soms and closed until the issues are
According to the Department's information, the first symptoms of poisoning appeared in the victims at different times on January 15, and they sought medical assistance at the Republican Clinical Infectious Diseases Hospital. All victims received the necessary medical care, and samples were taken for laboratory tests. All victims consumed shawarma purchased from this fast food establishment on January 15. As a result of an unscheduled inspection conducted by specialists from the State
The incident occurred on Wednesday in a traditional round dwelling known as a yurt, located in the Bayanzurkh district. As a result of the fire, a 58-year-old woman died, as reported by the Emergency Management Agency. Currently, the causes of the fire are still being investigated, the agency added.
- According to the National Bank, the total volume of money transfers to Kyrgyzstan in November 2025 reached 264.8 million dollars. Most of these funds came from CIS countries — 248.9 million dollars. Meanwhile, transfers from far abroad amounted to 15.9 million dollars.
In the "Couples" section this time, we present a couple from the rural district of Chon-Kemin in the Kemin region of Chui Province — Omurbek Talaybek uulu and his wife Elvira Chimurbaeva. Their love story began the moment they first met.
Athlete from Kyrgyzstan Denis Petrashov won a silver medal at the international swimming tournament taking place in the United States. These days, the next stage of the Pro Swim Series is being held in Austin, Texas.
As reported by The New York Times, Harvard University has dropped to third place in the global university rankings. At the same time, Chinese educational institutions are significantly improving their positions, especially in the field of research. The British publication Times Higher Education has awarded the first place to the University of Oxford for the tenth consecutive year. In 2026, American universities occupy seven of the top ten positions; however, the situation worsens at the lower
According to information from a Turmush correspondent, after the implementation of enhanced wildlife protection measures in the country, there has been an increase in the population of various animals and birds. It was previously reported about a significant number of swans wintering in Issyk-Kul, and in recent years, there has also been a recovery in the population of pheasants, whose numbers had significantly decreased.
Specialist from Spain Francesc Bonet has been appointed as the head coach of the football club "Bars," which is the champion of the Premier League 2025. This was announced by the club's management through official social media. According to the information, the contract with the 32-year-old coach, who holds a Pro UEFA diploma, will be valid until the end of 2026.
The Minister of Education, Dogdurkul Kendirbaeva, visited the "Taikulyk" kindergarten in the Talas region, where an innovative "water-water" heating system was presented, reports Turmush correspondent. In this institution, the system was implemented in 2024 at a cost of 6 million soms. Heat for heating is sourced from underground water.
At a press conference, the director of the State Agency for Physical Culture and Sports, Kazybek Moldazhiyev, announced that both kok-boru and kokpar will be represented at the VI World Nomad Games, which will take place from August 31 to September 6 in Kyrgyzstan. Moldazhiyev emphasized that equestrian sports hold an important place in the World Nomad Games, attracting a large number of participants, spectators, and the attention of international media.
During the examination of the crime scene, the identity of the deceased was established — he was a citizen A. R., born in 1976. Based on the collected data, a criminal case was initiated under Article 122 (Murder) of the Criminal Code of the Kyrgyz Republic. Investigative actions, including operational search activities, were conducted using the video cameras of the "Safe City" system. As a result, the police managed to detain the suspect — B. u. K., born in 1996, in the territory of
In Bishkek, a mass poisoning occurred related to food consumption at the fast food restaurant "Daamduu." According to the Capital's State Sanitary and Epidemiological Surveillance Center, 12 people were affected. All the victims were hospitalized at the Republican Infectious Diseases Hospital on January 15. The establishment is located at the corner of Baytik Baatyr and Suerkulov Streets.
As we age, balancing on one leg becomes more challenging; however, as Tracy Espiritu McKay, a rehabilitation physician from the American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, claims, exercises aimed at improving this skill can significantly strengthen muscles, enhance memory, and support brain health. She discussed this in an interview for the BBC article. In youth, maintaining balance on one leg is not difficult. However, after the age of 50, the ability to remain upright for more
On January 30 and February 1, the Kyrgyz State Puppet Theater named after Musa Jangaziev will premiere the play "Wooden Figures. A City for Pinocchio." This interactive performance is inspired by the famous fairy tale by Carlo Collodi "The Story of a Wooden Puppet."
Starting from September 1, 2025, new regulations regarding the stay of citizens of Kazakhstan in Kyrgyzstan will come into effect. This is reported by the Border Service of the Kyrgyz Republic. These changes are based on the new provision on the procedure for the stay of foreign citizens, approved by government resolution No. 541 dated October 10, 2023.
A case of mass poisoning has been recorded in Bishkek. This information has been confirmed by the Ministry of Health, as reported by Kaktus.media. In the morning, the first patient—a child with symptoms of poisoning—was admitted to the Republican Clinical Infectious Diseases Hospital (RKIB). Later, after lunch, another child sought medical attention, and by evening, the number of affected individuals had risen to 17. Of these, 13 were hospitalized, while four received outpatient treatment.
The Ministry of Finance of Kyrgyzstan has announced an auction to be held on January 19. As part of this auction, it is planned to place temporarily free budget funds in deposits of commercial banks. According to information from the department, the funds will be placed for a period of 12 months.
In the run-up to the final stage of the Asian Cup, the Kyrgyzstan futsal team has announced two friendly matches. This was reported by the federation of this sport. Currently, the team is in Indonesia, where a training camp is taking place. As part of this camp, matches are scheduled against the national teams of Tajikistan and Saudi Arabia: the first will take place on January 16, and the second on January 18.
Elvira Surabaldiyeva, a deputy of the Jogorku Kenesh, has called on the authorities to preserve the specialized school for children with visual impairments and not to worsen their situation. On January 14, during a parliamentary meeting, the deputy spoke about plans to relocate the boarding school for visually impaired and blind children from the capital to the village of Vorontsovka.
On the shores of Issyk-Kul, known as the pearl of Kyrgyzstan, a flock of swans has been spotted wintering in this picturesque location. These snow-white birds peacefully glide across the water, creating a stunning sight that is rare for the winter season. Photos capturing this moment quickly gained popularity on social media. Every year, Issyk-Kul attracts swans and other migratory bird species due to its warm waters and favorable climate. It should be noted that the mute swan is included in
The Crew Dragon spacecraft with the crew members of the Crew-11 mission successfully landed on January 15 in the Pacific Ocean, near San Diego, according to information from NASA. The crew consisted of NASA astronauts Zena Cardman and Mike Finck, Russian cosmonaut Oleg Platonov from Roscosmos, and astronaut Kimiya Yui from the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA). They spent 165 days on the International Space Station.
Photo from the internet. Solomon Kverkvelia The football club "Toktogul," representing Kyrgyzstan, has signed a contract with the outstanding Georgian player Solomon Kverkvelia, who is considered one of the best in his country in recent years. This information appeared on the official social media pages of the club. According to the published data, the contract between Solomon and the club is for two years. The footballer has already arrived in Bishkek to begin working together.