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Kamchybek Tashiev said that he could divide their friendship with Sadyr Japarov
Politics

Kamchybek Tashiev said that he could divide their friendship with Sadyr Japarov

The new series of the documentary film "President" continues to be released online Kamchybek Tashiev stated in the documentary film "President" that his friendship with Sadyr Japarov is stronger than any external factors and can only be destroyed by death. He emphasized that their relationship is based on trust, support, and a strong friendship that has developed over many years.

09.01.2026, 13:34
Russia struck Ukraine with "Nutcracker" in response to the attack on Putin's residence, - Russian Defense Ministry
World

Russia struck Ukraine with "Nutcracker" in response to the attack on Putin's residence, - Russian Defense Ministry

On the night of Friday, January 9, the Russian armed forces conducted a large-scale attack using precision-guided weapons from land and sea bases on key facilities in Ukraine. This strike was a response to a recent attempt by Ukrainian forces to attack the residence of Russian President Vladimir Putin in the Novgorod region, as reported by the press service of the Russian Ministry of Defense. In the operation, medium-range "Oreshnik" missiles were used, among other weapons. As a

09.01.2026, 13:23
Venezuelan authorities announced the release of a "large number" of prisoners, including opposition members and foreigners
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Venezuelan authorities announced the release of a "large number" of prisoners, including opposition members and foreigners

The Venezuelan government announced on Thursday, January 8, the release of a "significant number" of prisoners, including well-known opposition figures and foreign citizens. Details such as the number and names of those released have not yet been disclosed, according to the dpa agency. The Spanish Foreign Ministry confirmed that among those released are five Spanish citizens. According to the newspaper El Nacional, among those released may be Venezuelan opposition politician Juan

09.01.2026, 13:19
Scandal Surrounding the Construction of the Residential Complex "Altai" in Bishkek – Comment from the Ministry of Construction
Society

Scandal Surrounding the Construction of the Residential Complex "Altai" in Bishkek – Comment from the Ministry of Construction

“No separate approval of the project from the Institute of Seismology is required” Before the construction of the residential complex “Altai” in the vicinity of Bishkek began, engineering and geological surveys were conducted in accordance with current legislation. This was reported by the Ministry of Construction, Architecture, and Housing and Communal Services, commenting on a video of flooded excavation sites that appeared online.

09.01.2026, 13:17
Society

Lahore Steel Mills Factory Stopped Due to Violations. Sokuluk District Police Involved in the Inspection

In the city of Shopokov, the operation of the metal processing plant "Lahore Steel Mills" has been suspended due to identified violations. According to information provided by the presidential representative in the Chui region, an additional inspection of the enterprise was conducted to verify compliance with legislation. During the inspection initiated by the representative, specialists found that the plant continued to operate despite previously issued orders.

09.01.2026, 13:14
Sadyr Japarov Earned 2.2 Million Som, His Relatives - 29.7 Million Som. Declaration
Economy

Sadyr Japarov Earned 2.2 Million Som, His Relatives - 29.7 Million Som. Declaration

The State Tax Service (STS) has published consolidated data on the income, expenses, and property of officials and their close relatives for the year 2025. In particular, President Sadyr Japarov reported that his income amounted to 2,214,482.38 soms, however, there is no information regarding his expenses. The declaration states that he owns a business center with an area of 2,627 square meters, as well as a plot of agricultural land of 0.63 hectares and a residential plot of 2,125 square

09.01.2026, 13:12
Society

On Aitmatov Avenue, underground passages have begun to be buried. Photo report

On Chyngyz Aitmatov Avenue, between the Southern Highway and Semetey Street, the construction of four underground pedestrian crossings began on January 1. By January 9, the work had progressed to the stage of backfilling the structures with soil. The first of the crossings, which is closest to the Southern Highway, has already been backfilled. Although the soil has not yet reached full compaction, it is planned that after this stage is completed, asphalt laying will begin.

09.01.2026, 12:58
Society

Where will the largest livestock market in northern Kyrgyzstan be located — in the villages of Vinogradnoe or Chym-Korgon?

After the closure of one of the largest livestock markets in Tokmok, located in the Chui region, residents of the villages of Vinogradnaya and Chym-Korgon began actively considering the possibility of organizing a new market on their territory. According to the latest data, construction of a new livestock market has begun in the village of Chym-Korgon, which is located in the Kemin district, on a plot of land measuring 11 hectares.

09.01.2026, 12:58
More than 550,000 residents of the Belgorod region of the Russian Federation were left without electricity and heating after a strike by the Armed Forces of Ukraine.
World

More than 550,000 residents of the Belgorod region of the Russian Federation were left without electricity and heating after a strike by the Armed Forces of Ukraine.

As a result of the strike, the engineering infrastructure was damaged. According to information posted on the Telegram channel "Ashes," the missile strike hit the "Storozheva" substation and the "Luch" CHPP. By the morning of January 9, it became known that 556,000 people in six districts of the region were left without electricity and heating. Gladkov noted that 1,920 apartment buildings lack heating, and nearly 200,000 residents are deprived of access to water

09.01.2026, 12:54
A Bishkek resident is suspected of selling psychotropic substances
Incidents

A Bishkek resident is suspected of selling psychotropic substances

In the capital of Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek, a woman suspected of illegal sale of psychotropic substances has been detained. This was reported by the press service of the Main Internal Affairs Directorate of the city. According to the provided information, on December 30, 2025, officers of the Drug Control Service received information about the sale of potent drugs in the Pervomaisky district.

09.01.2026, 12:54
Russia and France exchanged prisoners
Incidents

Russia and France exchanged prisoners

A recent event in international relations: Russia and France conducted a prisoner exchange. As a result of this exchange, French scholar Laurent Vignatier, recognized as a foreign agent in Russia, was set free, while Russian basketball player Daniil Kasatkin was sent to France.

09.01.2026, 12:48
Incidents

The GKNB detained three police officers. They are suspected of beating detainees.

The message from the State Committee for National Security concerns the detention of three police officers working in the Uzgen District Department of Internal Affairs. According to the SCNS, on January 3 in Uzgen, the police officers, abusing their position, unlawfully arrested two citizens and brought them to the police station in Kurshab without proper procedural documentation.

09.01.2026, 12:47
Potatoes Imported from Russia Returned Due to Phytosanitary Violations
Economy

Potatoes Imported from Russia Returned Due to Phytosanitary Violations

During an inspection at the "Consolidated Post," located near the "Ak-Tilek" border crossing between Kyrgyzstan and Kazakhstan, violations of phytosanitary requirements were discovered during the import of 44.2 tons of potatoes from Russia. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Agriculture of the Kyrgyz Republic.

09.01.2026, 12:41
Air Pollution in Bishkek as of January 9. The Capital Ranks Third
Society

Air Pollution in Bishkek as of January 9. The Capital Ranks Third

According to the World Air Quality ranking, as of 12:50 on January 9, Bishkek ranks third among the largest cities in the world for air pollution levels. The city has been designated as "very unhealthy," with an air quality index (AQI) of 227. This data is updated in real-time.

09.01.2026, 12:36
Incidents

In Aravan, beggars were attempted to be driven off the streets.

In the Aravan district, two individuals without permanent housing were identified, according to information from the press service of the Osh regional internal affairs department. According to the published data, employees of the Aravan police department conducted a preventive event called "Selsayak" ("Wanderer"), aimed at preventing offenses and crime in public places.

09.01.2026, 12:23
Politics

Declaration-2024. What does the head of the Cabinet, Adylbek Kasymaliev, own?

The State Tax Service has presented consolidated results on the declarations of state and municipal officials for the year 2024. According to the published information, the income of the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers, Adylbek Kasymaliev, amounted to 3 million 71 thousand 349 soms and 63 tyiyns in 2024. The parameters of his expenses were not specified.

09.01.2026, 12:15
Education

In the city of Osh, the property was returned to the state after 30 years — now there will be a kindergarten for 280 children.

In the city of Osh, a building that was previously used as a kindergarten for 280 children has once again become municipal property and is currently undergoing major repairs. According to the city hall, kindergarten No. 18 in this area was closed 32 years ago. An inspection revealed that in 1998, the property was transferred to private hands in violation of the law.

09.01.2026, 12:05
World

Opposition Members Are Being Released from Venezuelan Prisons

The Venezuelan government has announced the start of a process to release a "significant number" of both local and foreign prisoners, including well-known opposition figures. According to Deutsche Welle, the exact details regarding the number of those released and their names have not yet been disclosed. According to the newspaper El Nacional, among those who will be released are Venezuelan opposition politician Juan Pablo Guanipa and human rights activist Rocío San Miguel. There is

09.01.2026, 11:57
Ecology

In the village of Jalal-Abad region, a local resident was fined for unauthorized dumping

Employees of the Jalal-Abad Regional Department of the Ecological and Technical Supervision Service carried out monitoring and operational activities in the Nooken District regarding illegal waste accumulation. According to the ecological supervision service, on January 6, unauthorized landfills were discovered in the village of Chek and near the "Panorama" cafe in Kyzyl-Kiya. Warnings were issued to the responsible individuals.

09.01.2026, 11:52
In the city of Shopokov, a driver was detained for hooliganism. It turned out that he had previously fled the scene of an accident after hitting schoolgirls.
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In the city of Shopokov, a driver was detained for hooliganism. It turned out that he had previously fled the scene of an accident after hitting schoolgirls.

On the night of January 7, 2026, as part of the operation "Steering Wheel," law enforcement officers stopped a BMW X5 in the residential area "Novostroyka" in the city of Shopokov, located in the Sokuluk district. The driver of the vehicle was found to have the smell of alcohol, which led to the decision to take him to the narcological department of Sokuluk, as reported by the Main Internal Affairs Directorate of the Chui region. It turned out that the driver was

09.01.2026, 11:47
Trump stated that he approved the bill on anti-Russian sanctions
World

Trump stated that he approved the bill on anti-Russian sanctions

Trump noted that the U.S. is already applying "significant sanctions against Russia." He added: "The Russian economy is currently in a difficult position, however, it is still significantly larger than the Ukrainian economy. It is indeed larger and more powerful," the president said in an interview with Fox News. Earlier, Senator Lindsey Graham announced that the vote on this bill is scheduled for next week. According to him, the new law will give the U.S. president the

09.01.2026, 11:45
Society

The premiere of the comedy "Princess Turandot" took place at the Russian Drama Theater in Bishkek.

On January 7-8, the State National Russian Drama Theater named after Chinghiz Aitmatov presented its new production — the comedy "Princess Turandot." This information became known thanks to a statement from the theater. The plot of the performance unfolds in Beijing, where Princess Turandot, the daughter of the emperor, finds herself in the spotlight. To marry her, suitors must solve three of her riddles. The unsuccessful ones risk losing their lives.

09.01.2026, 11:34
A Major Explosion Occurred on the Sun
World

A Major Explosion Occurred on the Sun

Illustrative photo According to the laboratory, a powerful explosion was recorded on the Sun in the middle of the day, and the images obtained from coronagraphs show how the material is scattering in different directions. "The epicenter of the explosion was on the far side of the Sun, and currently, it is not being observed by satellites," astronomers reported. Two weeks ago, when the currently invisible side of the Sun was facing the Earth, nothing unusual was noticed there, except

09.01.2026, 11:33
Sports

Kyrgyzstan Athletes to Compete at the Asian Championship in China

In Tianjin, China, from February 6 to 8, the Asian Indoor Athletics Championships will take place, featuring athletes from Kyrgyzstan. The Kyrgyzstan team will be represented by five athletes, who will compete under the attentive guidance of their coaches Satybek Chokaev and Kushtarbek Tashtanbekov.

09.01.2026, 11:28
Tashkent Covered by Thick Fog, Dozens of Flights Redirected
World

Tashkent Covered by Thick Fog, Dozens of Flights Redirected

// Gazeta.uz The fog that enveloped the capital began to appear on Thursday and significantly worsened visibility at the airport. By evening, visibility dropped to less than 2000 meters, and by 19:30 it fell below 1000 meters (according to METAR data). At 20:30 visibility was 450 meters, at 21:00 it was 200 meters, and by 23:30 it decreased to 50 meters. From 4:30 to 7:30, Tashkent airport managed to accept about 15 flights, but by 8:00 the situation worsened again, and visibility dropped back

09.01.2026, 11:24
Incidents

The car was involved in two accidents within half an hour. The driver died.

In the Sokuluk district, as a result of this chain of accidents, a driver was killed. According to the information from the Traffic Police Department of the Chui region, on January 8 at around 02:00 on the Bishkek - Osh highway, near the village of Romanovka, a speeding "Subaru Legacy" collided with the rear of a "Kia Optima" and left the scene of the accident.

09.01.2026, 11:15
Sports

The Asian Championship in Futsal for the Deaf will be held in Bishkek.

From March 20 to 30, the Asian Futsal Championship for deaf athletes, organized by ADFF, will take place in the capital of Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek. This event became possible thanks to the information provided by the Raatbek Sanatbaev Sports School. This meeting will serve as a qualifying stage for the Winter Deaflympics, scheduled for 2027 in Austria.

09.01.2026, 11:10
Incidents

Man Opens Fire on Car with Child — Initially Only Fined

On October 20, 2025, the Supreme Court of the Kyrgyz Republic reviewed the verdict in a case related to a road conflict during which gunfire occurred, and deemed the previously imposed punishment insufficiently strict. Information about the case was extracted from the State Register of Judicial Acts.

09.01.2026, 11:07
China Diversifies Investments in the Eurasian Region in Favor of the Agricultural Sector
Economy

China Diversifies Investments in the Eurasian Region in Favor of the Agricultural Sector

According to analysts from the EDB, the agricultural sector of the region is attracting the attention of investors from China, especially in the context of growing demand for quality food both within the country and in Central Asia. This is linked to improvements in living standards and an increase in consumer preferences. For China, investments in agriculture in neighboring countries fall within the framework of a broader strategy aimed at ensuring food security and diversifying sources of

09.01.2026, 10:58
Kyrgyz is Logic. Victoria Krinwald on How to Quickly Learn the State Language
Society

Kyrgyz is Logic. Victoria Krinwald on How to Quickly Learn the State Language

Victoria Krinwald, being of German nationality, has been living in Kyrgyzstan for 17 years, where she teaches the Kyrgyz language using her unique methodology. She is currently studying at the Faculty of Kyrgyz Philology and is actively working on her educational program. In a conversation with 24.kg, Victoria shared her secrets on how to quickly master the Kyrgyz language.

09.01.2026, 10:57
Agricultural Fairs Continue in Kyrgyzstan
Economy

Agricultural Fairs Continue in Kyrgyzstan

In Bishkek and other regions of the country, fairs continue, which have become part of a broad program that started last year and is scheduled to run until June 2026. Every weekend in the capital, particularly on Saturdays and Sundays, these trade events take place.

09.01.2026, 10:44