On January 15, at a press conference of the organizing committee of the World Nomad Games, the head of the State Agency for Physical Culture and Sports, Kazybek Moldazhiyev, announced that representatives from more than 100 countries will attend the World Nomad Games 2026. According to him, it is expected that over 3,000 people will participate in the event.
The State Center for Vehicle Registration and Driver Licensing was visited by Kanaybek Tumanbaev, the President's Chief of Staff. He explained to citizens how the process of replacing indefinite driver's licenses works. Tumanbaev noted that the queues in the institutions arose due to a lack of understanding of the rules regarding the medical certificate form 083 and the functioning of the "Tunduk" system.
- The publications “1000 Largest Taxpayers of Kyrgyzstan” and “Ratings of 500 Companies in Kyrgyzstan” can be purchased at a special price — only 7,000 soms for both magazines, which is significantly lower than their standard price of 10,000 soms. What you will find inside:
In Bishkek, there is an active discussion regarding the initiative to launch tram services as part of the new master plan. Earlier, representatives of the city administration reported on the possibility of resuming trams as one of the solutions to improve public transportation in the capital. To gauge the opinions of the residents, journalists from 24.kg conducted a survey among the citizens.
Today, January 15, the press service of the Cabinet of Ministers announced the appointment of Salmoorbeka Karagulov as the director of the Fire Supervision Service under the Ministry of Emergency Situations of the Kyrgyz Republic. The appointment order was signed by Adylbek Kasymaliev.
In the Uzgen district, the number of people waiting for medical services at the general practice center has significantly increased, causing dissatisfaction among citizens, as local residents report. As explained by Bermet Mamasadikova, the head of this medical institution, there is also a large crowd of people at the general practice center today.
Photo from the internet. Historic price records for gold, silver, copper, and tin Amid rising global tensions, prices for gold, silver, copper, and tin have reached record levels. This is reported by the Financial Times. According to the publication, the rise in quotes is driven by investors' concerns about possible U.S. military intervention in Iran and issues related to the independence of the Federal Reserve System.
Hunting badgers with Laikas in Kyrgyzstan is becoming increasingly popular, and sport hunters are sharing their experiences. Ruslan Abinov, a resident of Bishkek, has been hunting badgers with Laikas for 10 years. He notes: “Previously, I had dogs of different breeds, but eventually I chose West Siberian Laikas. These dogs stand out for their excellent hearing, sense of smell, and vision, and their endurance makes them the best for hunting. The main task of the Laikas is to find and hold the
As part of this program, new rules have been approved that define classification and rating standards for hotel and tourism services in accordance with the Tourism Law. The main goal of these standards is to improve the quality and accessibility of services in line with international norms, as well as to create conditions for providing government subsidies and stimulating foreign investments in this sector. Officials noted that the development of the rules took place with the active
According to Bekeshev, young citizens of Kyrgyzstan will be forced to seek alternative options for education abroad, particularly in Kazakhstan or Uzbekistan. Under the new regulations, the process of obtaining a category B driver's license will now take 10 months, and for category C — 12 months, including both theoretical and practical training.
Footballer died before the arrival of medics Lionel Adams, a graduate of CSKA and a former defender of the youth national team of Russia, tragically died after falling from the window of a multi-story building in the Moscow region. In December, he had already survived an attack when he was hospitalized with a gunshot wound, as reported by "Sport-Express". Information about the incident appeared on the evening of January 14. According to the Telegram channel "Mash na sporte",
Deputy Bolot Ibragimov called for the introduction of additional sanctions for those who violate traffic rules. He emphasized that "driving under the influence of alcohol is a crime, and it is time to confirm this not only with words but also with changes in legislation. It is necessary to introduce a monetary fine, and in the case of repeated violations, to increase its amount. Additionally, voters also suggest involving such offenders in community service," Ibragimov noted.
The recent rise in food prices in Kyrgyzstan has become a topic of active discussion among citizens. This is particularly felt in the context of the basic food basket. Mikhail Petrov, an expert from the analytical club "Singularis," believes that solving the problem of the price difference "in the field and on the shelf" is only possible with government investments in the creation of modern gas storage facilities accessible to every farmer.
Starting in 2026, the capital of Mongolia will see active development of green spaces and public parks, providing residents with more opportunities for recreation and leisure The greening efforts in Ulaanbaatar will cover the area around Nogoong-Nuur and the eastern avenue of the Gandantegchinlen Monastery. The increase in population and the emergence of new residential complexes in the 9th, 10th, and 11th khoros of the Sukhbaatar district necessitate the creation of new public spaces. As part
At the General Assembly of the National Olympic Committee of Kyrgyzstan held on January 13, a decision was made to include the Handball Federation of the Kyrgyz Republic in its membership.
At a press conference on January 15, the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Kyrgyzstan, Jeenbek Kulubaev, reported that 34,786 citizens of the country are registered in the list of controlled persons of the Russian Federation. It is worth noting that in November of last year, this figure was around 128,000. The minister noted that a significant number of Kyrgyz migrants have already been able to verify their data in the registry and legalize their legal status, for which they were given additional
Chairman of the State Committee for National Security Kamchybek Tashiev met with the employees of his service who won first place at the international futsal tournament "Naryste-2026". According to information from the press center of the SCNS, the competitions took place in Bishkek from January 3 to 10, with teams from various countries participating, including representatives of law enforcement agencies, amateur teams, and football veterans over 35 years old.
Currently, only 35-40 ambulances are operating in the capital. During a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, deputy Zhanibek Abirov made a statement to the new leadership of the Ministry of Health. He noted that after the administrative-territorial reform, the area of Bishkek has significantly increased, and the population has reached 1.3 million people. At the same time, there are currently only 35-40 ambulances operating in the city. “The waiting time for an ambulance is about two hours after a
In Osh, the demolition work on the "Balban-Saray" building [“Palvan Saray”], which previously belonged to the relatives of Bayaman Erkinbaev, who has passed away, has begun. As reported in a press release from the city administration, in the Alisher Navoi park, properties that were transferred to private hands are being returned to municipal ownership by court order. “According to the court ruling, buildings that pose a danger and have fallen into disrepair are being
At a press conference in Bishkek on January 15, Kulubaev noted that last year more than 128,000 Kyrgyz citizens were removed from this list. Responsible citizens were able to check their data in the registry and prepare the necessary documents if they found themselves on the list. The minister added that Kyrgyz citizens were given additional time to complete their registration and other documents. "Although the state and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs did everything possible, some
The increase in reserves occurred, in particular, due to tailings storage facilities The mining industry of Kyrgyzstan is showing positive dynamics in 2025. According to the Ministry of Natural Resources, in 2024, gold reserves at the 'Kumtor' deposit increased by 147.4 tons. Additionally, in 2025, resources from tailings storage facilities were added to the state balance, amounting to 121 tons of gold and 225 tons of silver. This tailings processing project is designed for 17 years
75 years ago, on January 13, trolleybus movement began in Kyrgyzstan, marking a significant event for the urban transport system. Trolleybuses play a key role in creating transport infrastructure, providing environmentally friendly mobility and taking into account the needs of all residents, including people with limited mobility and children.
The Besh-Köl site in the Bakai-Ata district has become the location of an important archaeological discovery: stone petroglyphs dating back to the Bronze Age were found there, reported ecologist Gamal Sooronkulov in a conversation with a Turmush correspondent. According to Sooronkulov, the findings are located in the basin of the Üyür-Maral River, within the same district.
According to IQAir, as of January 15, 2026, 11:00, the air pollution level in Bishkek is 276 AQI. This value indicates a very unhealthy level of air quality.
On January 15, the first reading of the bill took place, which was presented to the Jogorku Kenesh. This bill is aimed at increasing responsibility for violations of traffic rules. The proposed changes concern several codes, including the Criminal Code, the Criminal Procedure Code, and the Code of Offenses, as well as the law on road traffic. The initiator was the Cabinet of Ministers, and the preparation of amendments was carried out within the framework of the presidential decree on measures
Photo 24.kg. World Nomad Games. Archive photo The VI World Nomad Games promise to be not only a significant sporting event but also an important international cultural platform. In addition to competitions, the program includes various ethnographic activities. Interest in the Games from other countries is growing—many nations and ethnic groups are reaching out to the organizers with requests to add new disciplines and participants. This was shared at a press conference in Bishkek by the
Today, January 15, the press service of the government reported the appointment of Cholpon Shamsutdin as the director of the Department of Disease Prevention and State Sanitary and Epidemiological Surveillance of the Ministry of Health of the Kyrgyz Republic. The appointment order was signed by Adylbek Kasymaliev.
The famous K-pop group BTS has announced their world tour, which will begin in April 2026 and last until 2027, as reported by The Guardian. Concerts are planned in regions such as Asia, North and South America, Australia, and Europe, with more than 70 performances scheduled. The tour is set to conclude in March 2027.
Today, the Department of Disease Prevention and State Sanitary and Epidemiological Supervision officially introduced its new director — Cholpon Shamsutdin. This information was announced by the department's press service.
In Kazakhstan, Majilis deputy Magerram Magerramov proposed the idea of banning the sale of alcohol after 8:00 PM. He noted that it is necessary to tighten control over the trade of alcoholic beverages, as alcohol often becomes the cause of various offenses. As part of his initiative, the deputy proposed the following measures to the government:
Photo 24.kg At a press conference in Bishkek, the director of the State Agency for Physical Culture and Sports, Kazybek Moldazhiyev, announced that 336 million soms will be allocated from the state budget for the organization of the VI World Nomad Games. The funds will be used to provide accommodation for the athletes coming to the competitions, as well as to cover the main organizational expenses.
The press service of the Ministry of Emergency Situations of the Kyrgyz Republic has warned of possible avalanches and snow drifts in mountainous areas from January 15 to 18, due to the expected drop in temperature. The most hazardous sections will be the Bishkek - Osh highway (from the 121st to the 138th km), the Ala-Bel pass, Too-Ashuu, and the Chychkan gorge. Avalanches may also occur at the Chapchym pass on the Ala-Buka - Kanysh-Kiya route, as well as on sections of the Krasnaya Gorka -
The Presidential Administration of the Kyrgyz Republic shared information about the innovations New rules regarding the training for driving motor vehicles have come into effect in Kyrgyzstan, as reported by the Presidential Administration of the Kyrgyz Republic.
Today, a discussion and voting took place in parliament regarding a bill aimed at tightening responsibility for violations of traffic rules. The new document proposes a number of measures, including increased penalties for driving under the influence and expanding the use of photo and video recording. Deputy Seyidbek Atambaev spoke about the significance of this initiative.
- As of December 1, 2025, the volume of raw milk production in Kyrgyzstan reached 1 million 743 thousand 248.2 tons, according to statistical data. Compared to the same date in 2024, when this figure was 1 million 692 thousand 502 tons, the volume increased by 50,746.2 tons, which is a 3% increase.
According to information from the state enterprise "National Company 'Kyrgyz Temir Zholu'", in 2025, the Kyrgyz railway transported over 420 thousand passengers. The company continues to provide regular services both within the country and beyond its borders. Domestic routes include Bishkek — Tokmok, Bishkek — Kaindy, and Bishkek — Balikchy during the summer period, while international routes include Bishkek — Kazan and Bishkek — Moscow. In 2025, taking into account the
Today, January 15, the parliament discussed in the second reading a bill concerning amendments to Article 137 of the Criminal Code of the Kyrgyz Republic "Torture." These amendments will allow for the prosecution of not only officials but also other employees, including medical workers. Elvira Surabaldiyeva emphasized that doctors in Kyrgyzstan are already under enormous pressure.
The Ombudsman of the Kyrgyz Republic, Jamilya Jamambaeva, reported on repeated attempts by state authorities to obstruct the monitoring of the conditions of detention of foreign citizens in the Temporary Detention Center located at the former Gansi base. This information was provided by the press service of the agency. According to her, on October 28, staff from the institute arrived to check the compliance with the rights of foreign citizens, but access to the center was denied to them again.
The military operation may begin within 24-48 hours On Thursday morning, Iranian authorities announced the closure of the airspace over the country for all flights, except for those with special permits for international flights. This information was confirmed by data from the Flightradar24 service.
Jeenbek Kulubaev, the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Kyrgyzstan, announced the start of preparations for the state visit of the Chairman of the People's Republic of China, Xi Jinping. This statement was made on January 15 at a press conference held in Bishkek. The Minister emphasized the high level of cooperation between the two countries, noting that the year 2025 will be marked by significant bilateral contacts.
The restrictions will affect 75 countries Kyrgyzstan has found itself among the countries for which the U.S. will temporarily suspend the issuance of immigration visas. This became known from a report by Fox News, citing information from the State Department.
Today, at a parliamentary meeting, deputies approved in the first reading a bill concerning amendments to various legislative acts aimed at improving road safety. The initiative was put forward by the Cabinet of Ministers. Deputy Minister of Internal Affairs Oktay Urmambetov noted that the proposed changes imply stricter liability for drivers operating vehicles under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or other psychoactive substances. In the event of a traffic accident with casualties, the
According to the data from Kyrgyzhydromet, snow will be observed in most areas of the Talas region during the night of January 16, as well as in parts of the Chui, Jalal-Abad, Batken, Issyk-Kul, and Naryn regions. No precipitation is expected in the Osh region. During the day, rain and snow are expected in the Chui, Talas, Jalal-Abad, and Batken regions, while snowfall will continue in the mountainous areas. On mountain and foothill sections of the roads, snow drifts and ice patches may occur,
At least 60% of the content must be in the Kyrgyz language In March 2026, a content check of all TV channels will begin in Kyrgyzstan. This was announced by the Deputy Minister of Culture, Information, and Youth Policy Marat Tagaev.
The Deputy Chairman of the State Penitentiary Service (GSIN), Kurmanbek Sokeev, has been relieved of his duties. This order was signed by Adylbek Kasymaliev, the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers. Currently, the government is not disclosing details regarding the reasons for the dismissal and future appointments.
In the Center for the Temporary Detention of Foreigners and Stateless Persons, located on the territory of the former military base "Gansi" in the Chui region, serious violations of human rights have been identified, as reported by the ombudsman Jamila Jamambaeva through her institute's press service. According to the ombudsman, staff from her institute faced denial of access to the center's territory twice, which is a violation of the constitutional law "On the
The company's position was deemed erroneous The Trading House "Kulikovsky" faced criticism from deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh for filing a lawsuit against blogger Aitilek Orozbekov.
The WMO has confirmed that 2025 was among the three warmest years, continuing the trend of anomalously high global temperatures. The last 11 years have seen record warmth, and ocean temperatures are not decreasing. Key Findings The last 11 years have been the warmest on record Temporary cooling due to La Niña will not change the long-term trend Ocean temperatures continue to rise at the same rate The WMO combines eight datasets into a single authoritative source of information International