In the Kurshab rural district, an open session was held, during which the results of the work of the rural administration for 2025 were reviewed and the local budget for 2026 was adopted. The head of the Kurshab rural administration, Sakhtan Keldibaev, reported this at the meeting.
The Speaker Nurlanbek Turgunbek uulu initiated a discussion At a parliamentary meeting, the Speaker of the Jogorku Kenesh, Nurlanbek Turgunbek uulu, reported that in recent days, numerous complaints have been received by the parliament from both citizens and construction companies. The main topic of these appeals has been the increase in tariffs and housing prices.
At today's parliamentary session, Deputy Eruлан Kokulov raised the issue of the low quality of the schools being built while commenting on the draft law "On the Ratification of the Credit Agreement between the Kyrgyz Republic and the Saudi Development Fund for the project 'Construction of Public Schools' Phase-2," which was signed on October 9, 2025, in Bishkek. He noted that new buildings are showing cracks in the walls, roofs are leaking, and floors are cracking.
The Ministry of Justice has prepared a new draft law aimed at regulating real estate activities and protecting citizens from unscrupulous intermediaries. According to representatives of the agency, the project is aimed at combating fraud in the real estate sector, hidden commissions, manipulations, and fake advertisements. These issues pose significant risks for consumers and are associated with aggressive and opaque practices in the market.
In the Naryn region, in the village of Jangy-Talap, located in the rural area of Togolok-Moldo of the Ak-Tal district, the opening of the renovated village House of Culture took place after its major repair. Mirgul Abylgazy kyzy, the head of the Tursunbek Ibraimov House of Culture, reported that the building, which had not been renovated for a long time, was completely updated. During the work, the floor, heating system, doors, and windows were replaced, and the stage curtain, audience seats,
A resident of the Suusamyr Valley in the Chui region, Almanbet Mukhtarbek uulu, along with a neighbor, chased a wolf that they encountered near a barn, and ultimately they killed the predator by striking it with sticks. Almanbet, born in 1993, is married and raising a daughter and a son. He shared details about the encounter with the predator with a correspondent from Turmush.
In 2025, the volume of industrial production in Naryn was recorded at 2 billion 42 million 800 thousand soms, which corresponds to a growth of 112% compared to the previous year. This data was presented at a meeting dedicated to the results of the socio-economic development of the city over the past year.
Students at Issyk-Kul remembered their teacher who tragically passed away during childbirth. Turmush — In the Ton district of the Issyk-Kul region, students held an event in honor of their teacher who tragically died during childbirth.
At the meeting on January 28, Speaker of the Jogorku Kenesh Nurlanbek Turgunbek uulu spoke about the decision of the committee on constitutional legislation regarding the rejection of the presented projects for the national anthem. “We carefully reviewed the texts and melodies, listened to all the options. Unfortunately, none of them meet the requirements of a worthy anthem. Therefore, it was decided to reject these works for further refinement. Our task is not to replace the existing anthem,
On January 27, a meeting took place in Bishkek between the Deputy Minister of Economy and Commerce of the Kyrgyz Republic, Mederbek Tumano, and his Georgian counterpart, Alexander Kvtisiashvili, who holds the position of Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs. During this meeting, the parties discussed a number of significant issues, including preparations for the upcoming meeting of the intergovernmental commission on trade and economic cooperation between Kyrgyzstan and Georgia, as well as the
The rejected options were supposed to meet the criteria of simplicity and accessibility for performance At a plenary session of the parliament, the Speaker of the Jogorku Kenesh, Nurlanbek Turgunbek uulu, shared his views on a new anthem for Kyrgyzstan. Previously, various versions of the anthem, including lyrics and music, were proposed at one of the committees, but they did not pass the selection.
The mayor of the Osh region, Jenishbek Toktorbaev, accompanied by representatives of relevant services, conducted a morning inspection on Osh Street, which is managed by Manas-Ata. According to the press service of the city administration, as a result of the raid, plans were announced to expand this street to four lanes on the section starting from Raimbekov Street and ending at Kasymbekov Street. This road will become one of the additional alternative routes leading to the international
The Cabinet of Ministers will be invited to Parliament due to widespread public dissatisfaction At a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, the Speaker of Parliament Nurlanbek Turgunbek uulu reported a sharp increase in public dissatisfaction due to rising service prices, especially in areas such as cafes, restaurants, taxis, and household services. He noted that people are actively complaining about the price hikes and associate them with the actions of the Cabinet of Ministers.
In Bishkek, on the territory of the "Kudaybergen" market, employees of the Patrol Police Department conducted a raid aimed at improving road safety and organizing the urban environment. As part of this operation, illegally installed advertising billboards were dismantled. The removal concerned structures placed along the street, on lighting poles, and on maintenance buildings located near the roadway. These advertising materials created visual obstructions, hindering both drivers and
He served in the GKNB for many years On January 27, 2026, at the age of 54, Colonel of the reserve Serik Kekенович Abiev passed away.
According to Tumonbaev, the information presented by Oruntaev has sparked a wide public response During a session of the Jogorku Kenesh, deputy Akylbek Tumonbaev expressed his concern regarding the words of the Minister of Construction, Architecture, and Housing and Communal Services Nurdana Oruntaev, who stated that employees of the Ministry's subordinate organizations earn up to 500,000 soms. This information has caused public outcry.
Get free and anonymous help just by calling The Ministry of Labor, Social Security, and Migration of the Kyrgyz Republic has launched a new social project as part of the state social order aimed at supporting women and girls who have become victims of domestic violence and human trafficking.
This information was announced by deputy Dastan Bekeshev at a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh.
The Osh City Hall announced plans to widen Osh Street, which will become a four-lane highway. This decision was made during a morning raid involving Mayor Jenishbek Toktorbaev and representatives of relevant services. According to the city administration, the expansion work will affect the section from Raimbekov Street to Kasymbekov Street. This upgrade will provide an additional alternative route to the airport. In this regard, the mayor has instructed the demolition of illegal constructions
According to a recent report from the American scientific publication Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists, the hands of the symbolic Doomsday Clock have been moved from 89 to 85 seconds to midnight. This indicates that, in the opinion of experts, humanity has become even closer to a global catastrophe. A group of scientists monitoring how close the world is to disaster has set the clock at 85 seconds to midnight, which is four seconds different from last year, when the time was set at 89 seconds
The national forum titled "Data and Security in the Age of Artificial Intelligence" has kicked off in Bishkek, timed to coincide with the International Day for the Protection of Personal Data. This event has become an important platform for discussing issues related to the protection of personal data, as well as digital and information security in the context of the rapid development of AI technologies and digital services. The forum was opened by the Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet
In 2025, the Forensic Expert Service, operating under the auspices of the Ministry of Justice of the Kyrgyz Republic, summarized its work. According to information provided by the press service, in the past year, the service received 7,268 orders and rulings from judicial and law enforcement agencies for the appointment of expert examinations.
Islambek Orozbekovich Atakanov, born in 1979, is wanted. According to his relatives in Kaktus.media, he last made contact in the summer of 2025 when he was working in Talas, selling fish. His disappearance occurred in the same month he last called his family. Islambek left work in the evening, leaving his personal belongings and passport in their place, and has not been seen since. The family urges anyone with any information about his whereabouts to come forward. Appeals to law enforcement
In the underground passage of Manas, a lift platform has been installed, designed for people with disabilities and parents with strollers. According to information from the city hall, this project aims to create an inclusive environment, focusing on the social needs of citizens and improving their quality of life. However, the message also mentions instances of vandalism: unknown individuals are deliberately damaging the equipment, breaking buttons and tearing out electrical wiring, which
Denis Zhelnin, a 35-year-old resident of Kazakhstan, embarked on a remarkable cycling journey from Almaty to the base camp of Mount Everest. This was reported by Tengrinews.kz. Photo Tengrinews.kz According to the publication, Denis was born in Pavlodar, spent his childhood in Ekibastuz, and then returned to Pavlodar. For the last four years before his adventure, he lived in Almaty. Bicycling became a part of his life more than ten years ago, and since then he has gradually increased the
In Bishkek, a court has sentenced a man who extorted money from the mother of a defendant in a criminal case. Information about the decision has been posted on the "Digital Justice" portal. Names have been changed.
In Bishkek, Mayor Aibek Junushaliev, together with the heads of city services, conducted an inspection of several important infrastructure projects. During this inspection, special attention was paid to the project concerning the reconstruction of Manas Avenue. This project includes the construction of a road interchange, the extension of Mederov Street along the Ala-Archa River, and the opening of Tabaldiev Street. The work is expected to begin in spring 2026, and after its completion,
A new educational project called "YouTube School" has been launched in the Kyrgyz Republic, implemented in collaboration between the republican institution for prosthetic and orthopedic products and the rehabilitation center for people with disabilities under the Ministry of Labor of the KR and the public association "Mümkünchülük." The project is aimed at people with disabilities who are currently in the rehabilitation center, receiving prosthetics and orthopedic products,
U.S. naval forces have arrived off the coast of Iran in the Persian Gulf. It is currently unclear whether the strike mentioned by U.S. President Donald Trump will be carried out in response to the brutal suppression of protests in the country. However, military analysts believe that the necessary forces are already in place. Photo by the media. Aircraft carrier Abraham Lincoln
The Main Department for Road Traffic Safety of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Kyrgyzstan has announced that the validity of taxi drivers' licenses will not be extended after February 1, 2026. Starting February 2, raids will begin in the republic aimed at checking the presence of licenses among taxi drivers. Law enforcement agencies will monitor compliance with the legal norms in the field of taxi service licensing and hold accountable those who do not follow the rules.
On January 23, 2026, field schools on constitutionalism were held in Osh, organized by the Constitutional Court of the Kyrgyz Republic. The events were attended by the chairman of the court Emil Oskonbaev and judges Chinara Aydarbekova and Meerjul Bobukejeva. These educational events were aimed at two professional groups. The first part took place at the Osh State University, where faculty members from the law departments of OshSU and Jalal-Abad State University gathered. The second part was
The action of the film will take place in the territory of the Kokand Khanate A film adaptation of the historical novel by Tologon Kasymbekov titled "Syndan Kylch" ("Broken Sword") is planned to be created in Kyrgyzstan. This information was provided by the Ministry of Culture of the republic.
The story of Toktogon Altybasarova, who raised 150 orphans from besieged Leningrad, has been the subject of numerous articles and several documentary films. Toktogon Altybasarova (Tonya Mama) became a symbol of love and care. Currently, a monument is being built in St. Petersburg in honor of Toktogon Apa, timed to coincide with the 75th anniversary of the Great Victory.
The mayor of the city of Osh, Jenishbek Toktorbaev, has ordered the demolition of an illegally constructed building in the water protection zone of the Ak-Buura River. This was reported by the press service of the Osh mayor's office. According to the agency, on January 27, during a morning raid, the mayor, along with heads of relevant services, inspected a 4-story building on Tileke Batyr Street, owned by former vice-mayor and now auditor of the Accounts Chamber, Alimzhan Baigazakov.
The mayor of the capital, Aibek Junushaliev, together with the heads of city services, conducted an on-site inspection of several important infrastructure facilities in Bishkek, as reported by the local municipality. During the inspection, the mayor was briefed on the reconstruction project of a section of Manas Avenue. This project includes the construction of a new road junction and the extension of Mederov Street along the Ala-Archa River. There are also plans to open Tabaldiev Street, with
Photo by the Ministry of Labor, Social Security and Migration of the Kyrgyz Republic. Transfer of equipment to children's hospitals The press service of the Ministry of Labor, Social Security and Migration reported on the transfer of rehabilitation equipment to children's hospitals. The new equipment was received by the Belovodsk Children's Social Stationary Institution and the Sokuluk Rehabilitation Center for Persons with Disabilities. This assistance became possible thanks to
Minister of Energy Talaybek Ibraev, during a working trip to the Osh region, opened five new facilities, three of which are located in the Uzgen district. According to information from the press service of the Ministry of Energy, the first of the facilities was built in the Kurshab rural municipality, with a total cost of 7 million 325 thousand soms.
In Osh, Mayor Jenishbek Toktorbaev fulfilled his promise by doubling the salaries of workers at the Osh Improvement and Greening Plant. This information was published by the city administration's press service. According to the report, the mayor also participated in an event to plant saplings along the road leading to the airport.
Belovodsk and Sokuluk stationary organizations received assistance Recently, a ceremony was held to transfer specialized medical equipment, organized as part of the Memorandum of Cooperation between the Ministry of Labor, Social Protection, and Migration of the Kyrgyz Republic and the branch of the international organization Good Neighbors International. The equipment was provided for the Belovodsk Children's Social Stationary Institution and the Sokuluk Rehabilitation Center for People
Google Corporation has decided to pay $68 million to settle a class-action lawsuit in which users accused the company of unauthorized recording of personal conversations using Google Assistant, sources report. Key points of the lawsuit included instances of so-called "false activations": users claimed that the voice assistant activated without using the phrases "Okay, Google" or "Hey, Google," allowing it to capture their personal data, which could be used for
Snow will be observed across the entire territory of Kyrgyzstan. In the capital, Bishkek, the temperature will drop to −4 degrees at night, while during the day it will rise to +5.
Bishkek January 28, Wednesday At night, the temperature is -2...0 °C, snow.
On January 26, the Minister of Labor, Social Protection, and Migration of Kyrgyzstan, Kanat Sagynbaev, conducted an unscheduled inspection at the children's rehabilitation center "Kelechek" and crisis centers for women and children in Bishkek. The press service of the ministry reported on the visit. During his visit to "Kelechek," the minister familiarized himself with the center's operations, the number of clients served, and the staff composition. The director of
In the first reading, the State Duma approved amendments granting the FSB the right to disconnect any communication in case of "security threats," as reported by Meduza. According to the amendments to the Law "On Communications," initiated by the government, communication operators will be required to temporarily block all services at the request of the FSB to protect the "interests of the security of citizens and the state," while not bearing any responsibility to
Photo from the internet. Dario Amodei, CEO and co-founder of Anthropic In one of its essays, the Financial Times provided a troubling warning about the risks associated with the rapid development of artificial intelligence technologies. The author of this piece is Dario Amodei, an influential figure in the field of AI, who is actively involved in creating advanced technologies. Amodei asserts that humanity is on the brink of gaining "almost unimaginable power," yet he questions
According to the Ministry of Construction, Architecture, and Housing and Communal Services of the Kyrgyz Republic, on January 27, at the instruction of Minister Nurdana Oruntaeva, an inspection was conducted of the facilities owned by LLC "Elite-Stroy-City" in Osh. The commission from the State Department of Architectural and Construction Control carried out an inspection of the residential complexes "Manas" and "Rayan". Under the leadership of the director of the
The weasel unexpectedly visited vacationers at Issyk-Kul. “During the New Year holidays, we decided to spend time in nature in the mountains. While climbing the snowy forest trail, we suddenly noticed a small, fast creature — a weasel, which jumped out from the bushes. It seems that our noise attracted it as we moved through the winter forest. It showed curiosity,” shared Yuri Gorbenko, a nature enthusiast and active recreation lover from the village of Ananyevo.
Zhenaly Orozbaev, the chairman of the Antimonopoly Regulation Service, commented on the 24.kg website about the overpayments faced by students from several universities. He emphasized that currently, the agency does not have the authority to intervene in the setting of tuition fees.