This year in Kyrgyzstan, as in most Central Asian countries, there is a significant decrease in water resources. This information was announced at a government meeting. As of today, the volume of water in the Toktogul reservoir is 9.102 billion m³, which is 1.631 billion m³ lower compared to the same period in 2025.
On Aitmatov Avenue, the construction of one of the underground pedestrian crossings between Akhunbaev Street and A. Masaliev Avenue has been completed. In addition, work continues on four other crossings located from A. Masaliev Avenue to Semetey Street. How do they look today? Completed CrossingThe opening of the underground pedestrian crossing on Aitmatov Avenue between Akhunbaev Street and A. Masaliev Avenue took place in early October, when its construction began in mid-month.
Aidos Sarym, a deputy of the Mazhilis of Kazakhstan, expressed his opinion on the recent statements made by Russian propagandist Vladimir Solovyov, who suggested to "start a special military operation in Armenia and Central Asian countries," reports Tengrinews.kz. Commenting on Solovyov's words, Sarym noted: "If a mosquito bites you, you don't shoot it with an automatic weapon." He emphasized that Solovyov does not represent the official authorities and does not
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After a four-year break due to military service, the members of the popular group BTS are back on stage. They have already announced the start of a world tour, which includes 79 concerts and kicks off in South Korea on April 9. Photo from social media. BTS members return to the stage after a long hiatus
During a press conference in Washington, Armenian Foreign Minister Ararat Mirzoyan stated that while Russia may consider participating in the "Trump Route for International Peace and Prosperity" (TRIPP) project, its direct involvement in the initiative is not currently on the table. This was reported by the Interfax agency. “Discussions about including Russia in the project have not taken place. The outlines of the TRIPP project are already defined. Nevertheless, it is beneficial for
In a new study conducted by scientists from Stony Brook University and published in the journal eBioMedicine, a connection was found between long-term neurological symptoms of COVID-19 and elevated levels of tau protein in the blood. This protein is a marker that is often associated with neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer's disease, reports Lenta.ru. During the study, data from 227 patients who had survived COVID-19 and experienced symptoms such as headaches, dizziness, and
In 2025, China demonstrated a historically high trade balance surplus of $1.2 trillion. According to data from the General Administration of Customs of China, in December, exports of Chinese goods increased by 6.6% in dollar terms compared to the same month of the previous year. This growth significantly exceeded Bloomberg's analytical forecasts, which expected a 3.1% increase, and was higher than the November figure of 5.9%.
The rehabilitation of the snow leopard, which was caught in the village of Boroldoy, has been successfully completed at the Chon-Kemin State Natural Park. According to the Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision of the Kyrgyz Republic, the animal underwent all necessary examinations by veterinarians and biologists under the careful supervision of specialists.
The major renovation of the kindergarten "Aidanek" in Osh has been completed, and it is now ready to welcome children again. This was reported by the city's administration. The opening was attended by Mayor Jenishbek Toktorbaev, Chairman of the City Council Bolot Bayetov, as well as local authorities and parents who had the opportunity to familiarize themselves with the updated conditions in the kindergarten.
At a meeting in the central office of the Judicial Department, chaired by Mederbek Satiev, the Chairman of the Supreme Court, important issues concerning the digitalization of the judicial system were discussed. As reported by the press service of the Supreme Court of the Kyrgyz Republic, the main focus was on the implementation of audio and video recording in courtrooms.
During her working trip to Talas, the Minister of Education of the Kyrgyz Republic visited the construction site of the presidential lyceum "Akyilman," reports Turmush correspondent. The lyceum, which is being built with the support of the President of the Kyrgyz Republic, will be a three-story building with a dormitory and will be able to accommodate 920 students. The facility will be fully equipped with modern educational resources.
- The growth of Chinese investments in Central Asia has continued for nine years, according to the EDB report (2025). From 2016 to 2025, the volume of Chinese FDI in the region's countries increased from $19.6 billion to $35.9 billion.
- On January 14, 2026, during a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, parliamentarians discussed the draft law "On Amendments to the Law on State and Municipal Services" and decided to reject it in the first reading. The proposal for amendments comes from the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers.
Meteorology specialists warn of the formation of a powerful cold anticyclone moving south from the New Siberian Islands. On January 16-17, this anticyclone will cause a sharp drop in temperatures in Central Asia, including Kyrgyzstan. This atmospheric phenomenon will be accompanied by the influx of Arctic air masses, leading to a significant decrease in air temperature.
On January 13, the Deputy Director of the National Investment Agency under the President, Zhalyn Zheanaliev, announced on the radio that the process of initiating public-private partnership (PPP) projects for small projects has become simpler and more accessible. According to him, until 2021, the existing PPP law did not provide an effective mechanism for starting projects. However, in 2021, a reform was carried out, during which the process was divided into three stages, and projects were
An incident occurred early this morning in Bishkek at the intersection of Jibek-Jolu Avenue and Osmonkul Street. An unknown man, threatening with a gun, got into a conflict with another driver and then fled the scene. According to information from the Sverdlovsk District Department of Internal Affairs, a criminal case has been initiated under Article 280 (Hooliganism) of the Criminal Code of the Kyrgyz Republic. As a result of operational-search activities, the suspect was identified — citizen
Photo from the internet The exchange of indefinite driver's licenses no longer requires the presence of a medical certificate of form 083. This decision was announced by the head of the president's office, Kanibek Tumanbaev, during a live broadcast. He reported that from January 15 to February 15 of this year, citizens will be able to carry out a free exchange of indefinite driver's licenses, and a medical commission is not needed.
The Osh City Court has completed the criminal case against former deputy of the Jogorku Kenesh and director of a construction company. The decision was made on December 22, 2025. In September 2025, the State National Security Committee reported the arrest of S.U.Ch., director of the LLC "Construction Company Berekete," on suspicion of large-scale fraud.
According to FT data, the global community is once again beginning to build up food reserves. After years of governments reducing their stocks and relying on global trade, there is now a trend towards restoring emergency reserves.
- On December 25, 2025, the Cabinet of Ministers issued Resolution No. 832, which introduced amendments to several government decisions related to the work of the Ministry of Construction, Architecture, and Housing and Communal Services. In particular, sections concerning the:
The snow leopard, caught in the village of Boroldoy, was returned to the wild in the Chon-Kemin State Nature Park. This became known thanks to the press service of the Ministry of Natural Resources. It was previously reported that on the night of December 30, the snow leopard entered the property of a local resident in Boroldoy, located in the Kemin district. After its capture, the animal was temporarily placed in a wildlife rehabilitation center, which is part of the German Nature Conservation
Mikhail Fedorov In the Verkhovna Rada, a vote took place, resulting in Mikhail Fedorov becoming the new Minister of Defense of Ukraine. This decision was supported by 277 deputies, exceeding the necessary minimum of 226 votes. Before taking on his new role, Fedorov served as the Minister of Digital Transformation and was the First Deputy Prime Minister of Ukraine.
As a result of the attacks in the Black Sea, the tankers Delta Harmony, Matilda, and Delta Supreme were damaged. The first two vessels were chartered for transporting oil from Kazakhstan. Fortunately, there were no casualties or injuries among the crew. In its statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs expressed "serious concern" regarding the incidents related to drone attacks.
As part of the initiative to strengthen ties between Central Asia and China, a secretariat will be established that will take on the responsibility of coordinating the implementation of agreements, monitoring the execution of joint projects, and serving as a permanent platform for dialogue between the countries of the region and the PRC. As reported by Podrobno.uz, this decision has been made to enhance the effectiveness of cooperation. The President of Uzbekistan, Shavkat Mirziyoyev, signed
At a meeting of the Verkhovna Rada, Mikhail Fedorov was appointed as the Minister of Defense. This decision was supported by 277 members of parliament, reports "Meduza". Fedorov promised to implement reforms in the training system for Ukrainian servicemen, emphasizing that quality training leads to a reduction in losses and an increase in efficiency. He also noted that it is necessary to address the issues that have accumulated in the TCC system and, after conducting a comprehensive
In the maternity hospital of the city of Osh, a triplet was born on January 2. According to the deputy chief physician of the Osh city maternity hospital, Aizhan Kalibekova, a resident of the Jalal-Abad region was admitted on December 6, 2025, at the 33rd week of pregnancy and underwent surgery (cesarean section) on January 2, 2026.
On January 22, a meeting of the Commission on Economic Issues, operating under the Economic Council of the CIS, will take place in the capital of Russia, Moscow, as reported by the Executive Committee of the Commonwealth. The agenda is set to address 9 key issues:
In the Uzgen district, in the rural municipality of Dön-Bulak, public hearings were held to discuss the pressing issues faced by local residents. This information was provided to the Turmush correspondent by the chairman of the village council, Duyshonbek Bataev.
According to the information from Kyrgyzhydromet, no precipitation is expected on the night of January 14 to 15. However, during the day, rain is possible in the Talas, Jalal-Abad, and Batken regions. In the foothills, both rain and snow are forecasted, while in the mountainous areas of these same regions, only snow will be observed. In the agricultural zones of the Chui, Osh, and Batken regions, as well as in the Issyk-Kul and Naryn regions, no precipitation is predicted. Fog may occur in some
The Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic has canceled several decisions regarding auditing activities. This resolution was signed on December 30, 2025. The list of canceled documents includes:
The head of the president's office, Kanibek Tumanbaev, announced that from January 15 to February 15, all drivers will be able to exchange their indefinite licenses for free without the need to provide a medical certificate 083. He added: "Those who wish can contact any 'Unaa' department to carry out this procedure. From January 15 to February 15, medical confirmation will not be required." This statement was made on January 14.
Bishkek January 15, Thursday At night, the temperature will range from 0 to -2 °C, with cloudy weather.
According to the press service of the State Committee for National Security of the Kyrgyz Republic, the Leninsky District Court of Bishkek has issued a guilty verdict against the former head of the tax service, Altynbek Abduvapov, and his deputy, Islambek Kydyrgychev. It has been reported that both defendants were detained as part of a criminal case initiated by the GKNB in December 2024 under Article 337 "Abuse of Official Position" of the Criminal Code of the Kyrgyz Republic. These
From 2021 to 2025, the mining sector of Kyrgyzstan is experiencing stable growth. The main factors behind this progress include the activation of geological exploration, the inclusion of new reserves in the state register, and the implementation of processing projects. This information was provided by the press service of the Ministry of Natural Resources. The most significant results are expected in 2024-2025. As a result of large-scale geological exploration at the Kumtor deposit, gold
According to IQAir, on January 14, 2026, at 5:00 PM, the air quality index in Bishkek was 250 AQI. This level is considered very unhealthy.
By March 31, 2027, the Russian government plans to establish rules for the presence of migrant children in the country. This information was published in a decree reported by TASS. Important aspects of the new rules will include the conditions for minors attending educational institutions, as well as the procedure for interacting with their legal representatives. The responsibility for implementing these measures has been assigned to the Ministry of Internal Affairs and the Ministry of
Spanish singer Julio Iglesias has been accused of sexualized violence by two of his former employees. This information was published in the Spanish newspaper elDiario. The women worked at the singer's residences in the Caribbean and the Bahamas for almost a year in 2021. They reported instances of physical and psychological abuse by the artist throughout their time of employment.
Igor Zolotovitsky, who was the rector of the MKhAT school-studio and a talented actor, has passed away. This was reported on the MKhAT website. Igor Zolotovitsky. Photo: Sergey Bobylev / TASS. According to preliminary information, the cause of his death was an oncological disease, specifically stomach cancer.
According to the latest data, the trade volume between Kyrgyzstan and Iran from January to October 2025 reached $66 million, which is 37.3% higher compared to the same period in 2024. These figures were provided by the National Statistical Committee. The main goods that Iran exported to Kyrgyzstan include synthetic paints and varnishes ($3.7 million), equipment for processing mineral materials ($3.4 million), and fruits ($3.3 million). In turn, Kyrgyzstan primarily exported dried legumes (peas,
According to information received by the editorial office of Kaktus.media from the Sverdlovsk ROVD of Bishkek, the incident occurred on January 14, 2026, around the morning at the intersection of Jibek Jolu Avenue and Osmonkula Street. An unknown man, threatening other road users with a gun, smashed the side windows and then fled the scene. As a result of operational actions, law enforcement officers were able to identify the suspect. He turned out to be S. F., born in 1975, who was detained
The women's national team of Kyrgyzstan in freestyle wrestling will participate in a prestigious international tournament that will take place in Russia. The 37th "Ivan Yarygin Cup" will be held in Krasnoyarsk from January 29 to February 1. During the tournament, 20 sets of medals will be contested for both men and women.
According to the World Air Quality ranking data, as of January 14, Bishkek ranks third among major cities in the world for air pollution levels. The city has been designated as "very unhealthy," and the air quality index (AQI) currently stands at 250. This data is updated in real time.
- In November 2025, producer prices for agricultural products in the EAEU countries increased by 4.2% compared to the same period last year. According to the Eurasian Economic Commission, the producer price index for agricultural goods within the EAEU in November 2025 was 100.1% compared to October 2025, 101.1% compared to December 2024, and 104.2% compared to November 2024.
According to information provided by the Lenin District Court on January 13, Altynbek Abduvapa, the former head of the State Tax Service, and his deputy Islambek Kydyrgychov received their sentence. Interrogations of Kydyrgychov and Abduvapa took place on December 5-6, 2024, at the State National Control Bureau (GNCB). A few days prior, searches were conducted in four district departments of the GNS in Bishkek.
The State Agency of Civil Aviation has announced the revocation of the license of the company OsOO "TRANS CARAVAN KG", according to information as of January 12, 2026. As of today, the register of air carriers of the Kyrgyz Republic lists 21 companies that hold operator certificates. Of these, 3 cargo carriers have lost their licenses, and the activities of another 2 companies have been temporarily suspended.
- In November 2025, the volume of pharmaceutical product imports from China to Kyrgyzstan decreased by 78.2% year-on-year, according to information provided by the General Administration of Customs of China. The import amounted to less than $400,000, while last year this figure reached $1.7 million.