Incidents

In Kadamzha, a driver hit a child and fled the scene of the accident.

According to law enforcement agencies, on January 4 at around 21:35, a call was received at the Kadamjay District Internal Affairs Department regarding a traffic accident on the Osh – Razakov highway, passing through the village of Kok-Talaa, in the area of the Maydanskiy rural district. It was reported that an unknown vehicle hit a child and, without providing assistance, fled the scene of the incident. Later, a 30-year-old driver, residing in the village of Chechme in the Birlik rural

12.01.2026, 19:53

Incidents

Driver fled after hit-and-run: Teenager fell into a coma

In the Batken region, in the Kadamjai area, a driver was detained who hit a teenager and left the scene of the accident, reports the local police department. According to information provided by law enforcement agencies, the incident occurred on January 4, 2026, at around 21:35. A call was received at the Kadamjai police station reporting that a teenager had been struck by a vehicle on the Osh—Razakov highway, near the village of Kök-Talaa, and the driver managed to flee the scene without

12.01.2026, 19:43

Incidents

In the Talas District, a man dealt fatal blows with a stick

On the night of January 11, 2026, a call was received at the Talas District Police Department from a local hospital, reporting the admission of a man in critical condition. The press service of the regional police department stated that the identity of the victim had not been established.

12.01.2026, 19:39

Incidents

Suspects in Robbery Detained in Nookat

Police officers in the Osh region detained men suspected of robberies in the city of Nookat. According to law enforcement, on January 5, A. Z., born in 1982, reported to the Nookat District Department of Internal Affairs. He stated that on December 17 in Nookat, he was beaten by a stranger who stole his mobile phone.

12.01.2026, 19:37

Society

Weather forecast for Kyrgyzstan on January 13: no precipitation expected

In Kyrgyzstan, clear weather without precipitation is expected. In the capital, Bishkek, the air temperature will fluctuate from −1 degree at night to +16 degrees during the day.

12.01.2026, 19:35

World

Gold prices hit a record high amid two factors

On the night of Monday, January 12, the price of a troy ounce of gold approached the mark of 4600 dollars, according to media reports. As reported by DW, since the beginning of the current year, gold has increased its value by approximately six percent. In 2025, this metal became one of the most popular assets, with its price rising by 65 percent — the largest increase since 1979. Silver, during the same period, appreciated by nearly 150 percent.

12.01.2026, 19:18

Society

In the Jalal-Abad region, 82 wolves and over 1000 jackals were shot.

In the territory of the Jalal-Abad region, hunting teams and representatives of hunting societies managed to eliminate 82 wolves and 1051 jackals. Sherikbay Shaimkulov, head of the department for specially protected natural areas of the Jalal-Abad regional office of the Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision, reported that specialized commissions were formed at the beginning of 2023 in accordance with the government decree of February 26, 2016, No. 89, which allowed

12.01.2026, 19:15

Incidents

Former Deputy of the Jogorku Kenesh Sent to Pretrial Detention Center

According to information from the editorial office of Kaktus.media, the decision to place Berdiev in custody was made by the Pervomaisky District Court of Bishkek. According to the ruling issued on January 12, the request of the investigator of the State National Security Committee of the Kyrgyz Republic for the application of a preventive measure in the form of arrest for the accused B. A. T. (Berdiev Akkulu Tagaevich) was granted. Berdiev, who is accused of committing fraud on a particularly

12.01.2026, 19:08

Politics

The Central Election Commission accredited 16 media outlets for campaigning in the repeat elections for the Housing Council in District No. 13.

The Central Election Commission of the Kyrgyz Republic announced that 16 media outlets have been accredited to participate in the pre-election campaigning for the repeat elections of deputies to the Jogorku Kenesh in the multi-mandate district No. 13. Among the accredited resources are one print publication, nine television channels, three radio stations, and three online publications.

12.01.2026, 19:07

Incidents

In the Suzak District, a woman was killed. Her husband has been detained.

In the Jalal-Abad region, in the Suzak district, an investigation is underway regarding the murder of a young woman. According to information from the Internal Affairs Department of the Jalal-Abad region, on January 3, a resident of the Suzak district, born in 1990, called the emergency number 102 and reported that he had killed his wife, born in 1997, during a family quarrel, at approximately 19:55.

12.01.2026, 19:03

Incidents

Labor migrant who returned from Russia reported to the police about the murder of his wife.

A tragic event occurred in the Suzak district: a 28-year-old woman became a victim of her husband, as reported by the press service of the Internal Affairs Department of the Jalal-Abad region. According to the information, on January 3, 2026, at about 19:55, a 28-year-old man called the duty station of the Suzak District Internal Affairs Department and confessed to killing his wife, born in 1997, after a family conflict.

12.01.2026, 19:00

Incidents

In Noocat, a car was stolen and then they tried to exchange it for another one on social media.

According to information provided by the Internal Affairs Department of the Osh region, on December 1, 2025, M. E., a man born in 1966, reported to the Nookat District Police Department. He stated that on the night of December 1, his VAZ-2107 car was stolen by unknown individuals from in front of his house. This incident was registered, and a preliminary investigation was initiated. Based on the collected data, a criminal case was opened under Article 211 of the Criminal Code of the Kyrgyz

12.01.2026, 18:55

Incidents

Batken: Over 50,000 Traffic Violations Detected in 2025

In the Batken region, 50,909 violations of traffic rules were recorded in 2025, and as a result of road traffic accidents, 41 people lost their lives. This was reported today, January 12, at an operational meeting summarizing the activities of the Traffic Safety Department of the Internal Affairs Directorate of the Batken region for the 12 months of 2025.

12.01.2026, 18:54

World

In Estonia, a Frozen Waterfall Collapsed on Tourists

The incident occurred at the viewing platform of the Valaste Waterfall, located in northwestern Estonia, near the town of Kohtla-Järve. At the time of the incident, there were tourists present, including children. In a video that surfaced online, large chunks of ice can be seen crashing down from a height directly into the area where the visitors were standing. Fortunately, the tourists were able to react quickly and leave the dangerous spot. According to preliminary reports, no one was injured.

12.01.2026, 18:50

Exclusive

The Ministry of Energy proposes to supplement the renewable energy law with an auction mechanism for project selection and tariff determination.

- The Ministry of Energy has proposed an initiative to add the term "auction" to the law concerning renewable energy sources. This draft law will be considered in the schedule of meetings of the Jogorku Kenesh in January 2026. According to the information provided in the explanatory note, the auction will be used as a method for selecting projects and establishing tariffs, based on the reduction of the maximum tariff level.

12.01.2026, 18:46

Incidents

Resident of Suzak District confessed to the murder of his wife

In the Jalal-Abad region, in the Suzak district, a murder of a 28-year-old woman has occurred, for which her 35-year-old husband is suspected. According to the regional police department, on January 3, 2026, at 19:55, the man himself called the duty station of the Suzak police department and confessed to the crime.

12.01.2026, 18:45

Economy

Trump's tariffs increase risks for the US economy and global trade, — Bloomberg

- Economists emphasize that free trade is a driving force of economic growth, while protectionist measures and tariffs pose a threat to the economy. Chief Economist of Bloomberg Economics Tom Orlik shared his views on the U.S. trade policy and its impact on global trade in a video on Bloomberg's YouTube channel. He noted that President Donald Trump raised the average tariff level to about 15%, and on some Chinese goods — temporarily to 125%. Modeling the impact of such tariffs on the

12.01.2026, 18:45

Society

Bishkek City Hall Denies Information That the Nursing Home is Being Moved Outside the City

In Bishkek, the city hall denied rumors circulating on social media about the alleged relocation of the nursing home located on Abay Street outside the city. Clarifications were provided by the press service of the city hall, stating that the institution "Үмүт үйү," which serves elderly people and individuals with disabilities, is municipal and funded from the local budget. It will continue its operations as usual. The city hall emphasized that the issue of transferring the land plot

12.01.2026, 18:39

Society

In Suusamyr, it’s -48 degrees Celsius. Four schools have switched to online learning.

Due to a sharp drop in temperature, four educational institutions in the Suusamyr rural district, located in the Chuy region, have temporarily switched to online learning. This was reported by the head of the district. According to him, at night the air temperature dropped to -48 degrees, while during the day it fluctuated between -33 and -35 degrees.

12.01.2026, 18:28

Incidents

In Talas, a man died after being struck on the head with a stick. A suspect has been detained.

A citizen suspected of a serious crime resulting in a death has been detained in Talas. According to the press service of the regional Internal Affairs Directorate, on the night of January 11, 2026, a call was received at the Talas District Internal Affairs Department from the Talas Regional Unified Hospital, reporting that an unknown man had been brought in in critical condition.

12.01.2026, 18:26

Society

In Suusamyr, temperatures dropped to -48 degrees: four schools switched to remote learning

Due to the sharp drop in temperature, a decision was made to switch to remote learning in four educational institutions of the Suusamyr region, located in the Jayil district of Chui region. This was reported by the press service of the "Kabar" agency, citing the words of the head of the rural area, Azizbek Manapov. According to him, at night the temperature drops to -48 degrees, while during the day it fluctuates between -33 and -35 degrees.

12.01.2026, 18:20

Economy

In Kyrgyzstan, 545 fish farms are officially registered, - Ministry of Agriculture

At the meeting of the Committee on Agrarian Policy of the Jogorku Kenesh, held on February 12, 2026, Deputy Erkeaiym Seitkazieva raised the relevant issue of the number of legally registered fish farms in Kyrgyzstan. Deputy Minister of Agriculture Zhanibek Kerimaliev reported that currently there are 545 registered fish farms in the country. However, Deputy Seitkazieva pointed out the existence of a law on aquaculture that lacks the necessary subordinate legislation, creating obstacles for

12.01.2026, 18:20

Sports

World Championship (U-20) in Bishkek: Who Made It to the Kyrgyzstan National Team? Names

The final roster of the Kyrgyzstan national ice hockey team for participation in the U-20 World Championship has been announced. The competition in Division 3B will take place from January 18 to 24 at the "Bishkek Arena," where six teams will compete in a round-robin format. The team that finishes in first place will have the opportunity to move up to Division 3A next year.

12.01.2026, 18:19

Sports

Zhoomart Shamkanov appointed director of the SDYUSHOR "Delfin"

Zhoomart Zhilkychievich Shamkanov has been appointed as the director of the specialized children's and youth Olympic reserve school "Dolphin." According to information provided by the press service of the city hall, the appointment order was signed by the mayor of the city, Aibek Junushaliev. Previously, Shamkanov held the position of director of the Department of Physical Culture and Sports of the city hall of the capital.

12.01.2026, 18:14

Sports

The Kyrgyzstan national team is preparing for the World Cup in Bishkek

The youth hockey team of Kyrgyzstan is actively preparing for the world championship for players under 20 years old. The competition in Division 3B will take place from January 18 to 24 at the "Bishkek Arena," where six teams will compete in a round-robin tournament. The winning team will have the opportunity to compete in Division 3A next year.

12.01.2026, 18:12

Society

Personnel Changes in the Bishkek City Hall

In Bishkek, the city hall has made a number of changes to its staff. According to the municipal apparatus, Kanybek Zholchubekov now heads the Department of Physical Culture and Sports, as well as being responsible for youth policy and tourism.

12.01.2026, 18:09

Sports

Wrestlers from the Jayil District Won Prizes at the International Tournament

From January 10 to 12, 2026, an international wrestling tournament for boys was held at the "Izabek" sports complex in Bishkek. The tournament featured 484 young wrestlers from Kyrgyzstan and Kazakhstan, born in 2011-2012 and 2013-2016.

12.01.2026, 18:07

Society

Kyrgyzstan ranked 75th in the Henley & Partners Passport Index

Recently, Henley & Partners presented the updated Passport Index for 2026. This ranking includes over a hundred passports and is based on data from the International Air Transport Association (IATA). Kyrgyzstan ranked 75th, sharing this position with Uzbekistan. Holders of a Kyrgyz passport can visit 61 countries without the need for a visa.

12.01.2026, 18:05

Incidents

"Raid 'Behind the Wheel' in Jalal-Abad Region: 13 Drunk Drivers Detected in One Day"

During one day in the Jalal-Abad region, as part of the "Behind the Wheel" raid, 13 drivers were identified as being behind the wheel while under the influence of alcohol. This information was provided by the regional traffic safety department.

12.01.2026, 18:00

Incidents

The GKNB detained the head of the Ministry of Internal Affairs Security Service department in the city of Balıkchy — his subordinate provided testimony.

On November 13, 2025, the Karakol City Court found the commander of the police department's security unit in Balakchy guilty of mediating in the receipt of a bribe. As reported by the press service of the GKNB on December 16, 2025, Colonel of Police A.T.A. systematically collected money from city security workers through his department head D.T.I. and associated individuals since 2024.

12.01.2026, 17:58

Society

Kyrgyzstanis are invited to a free job interview for employment in Turkey

The Employment Center for citizens outside the country has announced a free interview for those interested in working in the hospitality sector in the Republic of Turkey. The event will take place on January 13, 2026, in Bishkek and is open to all candidates who meet certain criteria.

12.01.2026, 17:58

Ecology

Harmful to vulnerable groups. The air quality in Bishkek at 17:00 is 112 AQI (smog map)

According to IQAir, on January 12, 2026, at 5:00 PM, the air quality in Bishkek is 112 AQI. This level of air quality is considered harmful to vulnerable groups of the population.

12.01.2026, 17:55

Incidents

A resident of Bazar-Korgon fined for violating hunting regulations

In the territory of the Bazar-Korgon district, a local resident was fined 12,500 soms for violating hunting regulations. This was reported by Durusbek Zalimbekov, the head of the Jalal-Abad regional department of the Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision.

12.01.2026, 17:55

Incidents

Marine Accident in Thailand: Kyrgyz Citizens Refused Hospitalization

On board the Korawich Marine 888 boat, which collided with a fishing vessel off the coast of Phuket, there were two citizens of the Kyrgyz Republic. According to information from the press service of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Kyrgyz citizens were not injured and refused hospitalization; their condition is assessed as satisfactory.

12.01.2026, 17:55

Economy

The EEC changes the rules for importing goods from foreign marketplaces. This will also affect Kyrgyzstan.

The Council of the Eurasian Economic Commission (EEC) has approved new rules regarding the import of goods purchased by individuals on foreign marketplaces. According to an official source, when the established limit is exceeded, a customs duty of 5% of the total purchase value will be charged, with a minimum value of one euro per kilogram. Special rates are provided for certain categories of goods, such as automobiles. It should be noted that currently, goods ordered by individuals from abroad

12.01.2026, 17:44

Society

The Ministry of Labor is preparing a new unified institution for prosthetics and rehabilitation

The Ministry of Labor, Social Protection, and Migration has presented to the public a draft resolution concerning the reorganization of state institutions in the social sphere. This step is aimed at simplifying bureaucratic processes and eliminating administrative barriers. The draft was developed in accordance with the decisions of the Interdepartmental Commission, which monitors the implementation of the Decree of the President of the Kyrgyz Republic dated March 10, 2025, No. 83, concerning

12.01.2026, 17:42

Society

Meta removed over 500,000 accounts due to the ban on social networks for children

According to information provided by The Guardian, Meta Platforms is removing around 550,000 accounts from its social networks Instagram, Facebook, and Threads. This action was taken in the early days following the introduction of new Australian legislation that prohibits access to social networks for individuals under the age of 16. The implementation of age restrictions requires technology companies to disable profiles of minors to avoid severe penalties. The report shows that from December 4

12.01.2026, 17:34

Exclusive

In Kyrgyzstan, 11 airports and airfields have been repaired in two years, - GAGA

Over the past two years, repairs have been carried out on 11 airports and airfields in Kyrgyzstan, both international and domestic. This was reported by the director of the State Agency for Civil Aviation under the Cabinet of Ministers, Daniyar Bostонов, on the radio. According to Bostонов, the renovation work at the airports in Karakol and Naryn has been completed. At the same time, the reconstruction of terminals at the Manas and Tamchy airports, located on Issyk-Kul, is ongoing.

12.01.2026, 17:33

Incidents

In Thailand, a boat sank with citizens of the Kyrgyz Republic on board. Comment from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

On the morning of January 11, a sightseeing boat named Korawich Marine 888 collided with a fishing vessel in Phuket. There were 55 people on board, including 52 tourists and three crew members. According to information from TASS, after the collision, the boat sustained serious hull damage and sank.

12.01.2026, 17:32

Economy

Not all slaughterhouses in Kyrgyzstan meet standards, - Ministry of Agriculture

- At the meeting of the Committee of the Jogorku Kenesh on Agricultural Policy on January 12, 2026, Deputy Santalat Amanova inquired about how well the slaughterhouses in Kyrgyzstan meet established requirements. According to Deputy Minister of Agriculture Zhanibek Kerimaliev, there are slaughterhouses in the republic that fully comply with veterinary and sanitary standards. However, he noted that there are also those that do not meet the requirements — these are being closed by the Veterinary

12.01.2026, 17:30

Economy

In Kyrgyzstan, excise tax rates on alcohol will increase starting in 2026

Starting from January 1, 2026, new excise tax rates on alcohol will come into effect in Kyrgyzstan. This was reported by the State Tax Service of the Kyrgyz Republic. The increase in excise rates is regulated by a government resolution adopted on December 18, 2025. The document outlines a phased increase in excise taxes on alcoholic products from January 1, 2026, to January 1, 2029.

12.01.2026, 17:29

Sports

<b>Kanybek Zholchubekov</b> appointed as the director of the Department of Physical Culture and Sports of the Bishkek City Hall

Kanibek Baibekovich Zholchubekov is now the director of the Department of Physical Culture, Sports, Tourism, and Youth Policy of the mayor's office of the capital of Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek. According to the press service of the mayor's office, this appointment was approved by the mayor of the city, Aibek Junushaliev.

12.01.2026, 17:23

Society

The Ministry of Agriculture will hold free training sessions for farmers in southern regions

The Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry has announced the conduct of free training sessions for farmers in the southern regions of the country, including Osh, Jalal-Abad, and Batken. This information was reported in the ministry's press release. From January 15 to 22, training events are scheduled, covering important topics such as water resources, animal husbandry, crop production, and agricultural product processing. Additionally, ministry staff will

12.01.2026, 17:17

Society

Snow and a Sharp Drop in Temperature. Weather Forecast for Bishkek and Kyrgyzstan for the Week

Bishkek January 13, Tuesday The temperature at night will range from -1 to +1 °C, cloudy weather. During the day, it is expected to be 14-16 °C, no precipitation.

12.01.2026, 17:08

Economy

New JSC "Berekett Bank" has joined the deposit protection system

As of December 30, JSC "Berekett Bank" has officially become part of the registry of participants in the deposit protection system, as reported by the Deposit Protection Agency of the Kyrgyz Republic. According to the agency, the deposit protection system was created to ensure the safety of depositors of banks, microfinance organizations, and housing savings credit companies that have a license from the National Bank of the Kyrgyz Republic to accept deposits, by providing compensation

12.01.2026, 17:06

Society

Football fields will be built in the Botanical Garden

According to information provided by Kaktus.media, the construction of football fields has begun in the Botanical Garden on Akhunbaeva Street. This initiative is supported by an institution that is under the National Academy of Sciences. Ajar Jabieva, the press secretary of the Botanic Garden, reported that the Presidential Administration has already started work on creating two fields, which will be located to the left of the central entrance, along 7 April Street. The foundation has already

12.01.2026, 17:04

Economy

How much did the maintenance of the president's administration cost in 2025?

In 2025, the expenses for the functioning of the President's Administration of Kyrgyzstan amounted to 849.9 million soms, which is slightly lower than the planned 867.3 million soms. This data was provided as part of the "Open Budget" analysis. Of the total amount, employee salaries accounted for 139.2 million soms, allowances for 137.9 million soms, and contributions for social needs totaled 79.6 million soms. Additional payments and compensations amounted to 325.3 million soms.

12.01.2026, 17:00

Society

Resident of Suzak detained on suspicion of brutally murdering his wife

A family conflict that occurred in the Jalal-Abad region ended in tragedy. According to the regional police department, on January 3, a 35-year-old man named D.Y. went to the police and confessed to murdering his 28-year-old wife.

12.01.2026, 16:59