Continuing the "Жеңеке" column, the Turmush publication shares the life stories of young daughters-in-law and brides with experience. This project aims to preserve family values and showcase the talents of married women. Today's heroine is Janara Mirlan kyzy, who lives in Toktogul.
In Osh, after the completion of major repairs, the street P. Arzykulov has been reopened, connecting the streets Kurmanjan Datka and Alymbek Datka. The opening ceremony was attended by the mayor of the city, Jenishbek Toktorbaev, the chairman of the city council, Bolot Bayetov, and local residents.
According to information provided by the Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision, a rare predator was recorded in the village of Boroldoy on December 29 at 23:20, located in the Kemin district. It is believed that the snow leopard descended from the mountains and climbed a tree in the vicinity of the settlement. Experts who arrived at the scene examined the animal and confirmed its stable condition. Subsequently, the snow leopard was released back into its natural
A criminal case has been initiated in Bishkek on suspicion of corruption involving several officials of the city hall and leaders of contracting organizations. According to the press service of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB), in 2015, the Bishkek city hall received 22 million euros from a lending organization for a project aimed at improving the material and technical base. These funds were intended for the purchase of special equipment, including bulldozers, loaders, and
In Osh, on Kurmanjan Datka Street, the transplantation of Tien Shan fir trees, which were planted last year, has begun, reports Turmush correspondent. According to the information, on the section from the intersection of Kurmanjan Datka and Alisher Navoi streets to Asrankulov Street, over 200 seedlings of coniferous trees are being dug up and transported to the nursery of the municipal landscaping enterprise. According to the Osh city administration, the transplantation is being carried out
The Minister of Culture, Mirbek Mambetaliev, held a meeting with Zepp Shellhorn, the Secretary of State for the Federal Ministry of Europe and International Affairs of Austria, as well as representatives from the Austrian Department of Cultural Policy and International Affairs. According to the press service of the Ministry of Culture, the participants emphasized that despite the active development of economic and technological ties, cultural and humanitarian aspects remain key in bilateral
January 14, 2026, will be an important date for Kyrgyzstan, as it marks the 32nd anniversary of the adoption of the State Emblem, which is one of the main symbols of the country's independence and sovereignty. The emblem was officially approved on January 14, 1994, by a decision of the Jogorku Kenesh, more than two years after Kyrgyzstan became independent. The creators of the emblem are artists Asein Abdrayev and Sadyrbek Dubanaev.
On January 13, a meeting took place in Vienna between the Minister of Culture, Information, and Youth Policy Mirbek Mambetaliev and Jan Bratu, the OSCE representative responsible for media freedom. According to the press service of the Ministry of Culture, the main focus of the meeting was on analyzing the state of the media sphere in Kyrgyzstan, as well as issues related to freedom of opinion and expression.
Photo UNHCR. Organization staff inspect a destroyed residential building in Dnipro, Ukraine. The United Nations has announced the need for $2.3 billion to provide assistance to 4.1 million of the most vulnerable citizens of Ukraine in 2026. Since 2022, the UN, along with its partners, has been supporting the population suffering from constant attacks on Ukrainian cities and settlements along the front line, as well as those who have been forced to evacuate to safer regions.
As of today, more than 1500 citizens of Kyrgyzstan are outside the country serving prison sentences, of which approximately 1000 are held in Russian prisons. This information was presented by the deputy of the Jogorku Kenesh, Baktyyar Kalpaev, at a recent parliamentary meeting. “It is necessary to bring them back home, as there is a risk that they may become part of various terrorist groups. Some of them have been waiting for extradition for years, and sometimes up to ten years. It is the
In Osh, due to the increase in cases of acute respiratory viral infections and pneumonia, family medical centers have started operating without days off. This decision was made by the regional department of the Ministry of Health. According to the agency, the enhanced working mode is aimed at ensuring timely medical assistance to the population and managing patient flow.
In its statement, the agency emphasized that this initiative is aimed at protecting students' rights and creating a unified, fair approach to discipline in educational institutions. It will also help avoid unjustified financial demands in the educational environment. Instead of introducing fines, alternative academic measures are proposed that do not involve monetary sanctions, within the framework of existing legislation.
From February 18 to 21, a major forum in the agro-industrial sector called "AgroDialog–2026" will take place in Bishkek. According to the Ministry of Agriculture, within the framework of the event, 40 champions will be selected: 20 in the field of crop production and 20 in animal husbandry. It is expected that the forum will gather experts and farmers from neighboring countries as well as from far abroad.
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The village of Ak-Shyyrak, located in the Jeti-Oguz district, is characterized by its unique location in the mountain range zone. According to Erlan Asanaliev, a local resident, Ak-Shyyrak was founded in 1918. The village council was formed in 1930, which facilitated the opening of a primary school. In 1935, the 1st of May collective farm was established, and in 1962, the village of Uch-Koshkon and the Ak-Shyyrak village council were created by the Geological Department of the USSR.
According to the deputy, about 2000 cars did not undergo legalization. He reported this at a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh held on January 14. Marlen Mamataliev reminded that he had previously proposed to conduct additional legalization of cars with foreign license plates. However, at that time, Deputy Minister of Economy and Commerce Iskender Asylkulov stated that government agencies did not have accurate information on the number of such vehicles.
A fire occurred at the 'Choluk Ata' market in Naryn, as reported by the regional emergency management office. According to preliminary information, the fire started in one of the rooms of a hair salon located on the market's premises. Firefighting teams from the Naryn city and district emergency management departments were dispatched to the scene to extinguish the fire. The fire was localized at 8:26, and complete extinguishment occurred at 9:05. The flames destroyed an area of
At Manas International Airport in Bishkek, three flights arriving from Sharm El Sheikh, Moscow, and Istanbul have been delayed due to heavy fog. Currently, visibility in the airport area is only 175 meters, which is significantly below the minimum required 800 meters. According to the airport's press service, the flight from Egypt has been redirected to Tashkent.
Today, January 14, the meteorological conditions at "Manas" airport have complicated the process of receiving and dispatching aircraft. According to information provided by the OJSC "Airports of Kyrgyzstan," visibility on the airfield is only 175 meters, while the minimum required visibility for safe air traffic is 800 meters. As a result, several flights are delayed, including a flight from Istanbul and flight U62803 from Moscow. Additionally, a plane flying from Sharm El
The Russian Drama Theater named after Chyngyz Aitmatov has announced its performances for January. On January 4 at 11:00, a New Year's show featuring Father Frost and the Snow Maiden will begin, where the premiere of the folk Russian fairy tale "The Flying Ship" will take place;
At the meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh on January 14, deputy Suyunbek Omurzakov spoke about the situation of Kyrgyz citizens who were legally in Russia. According to him, he received appeals from citizens whose bank accounts were blocked, and their movement became restricted, forcing them to leave the Russian Federation. Omurzakov noted that "the registry is not functioning correctly," and emphasized that Kyrgyz citizens faced serious financial difficulties before the New Year, which
Marlen Mamataliyev, a deputy of the Jogorku Kenesh, believes that the administrative-territorial reform has not met expectations. At a meeting on January 14, he reminded about the incorporation of several settlements into the capital. According to him, the changes were limited to renaming, and life in these areas has not changed. He also noted that the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers, Adylbek Kasymaliev, announced the allocation of 6 billion soms for the development of these territories in
As reported by parents to the Call Center Kaktus.media, there has been no heating in the right wing of school No. 26 since December. “Since the winter holidays ended, the situation has not improved. It is still cold in the school, and forecasters predict severe frosts in the coming days. In the classroom where six-year-old children study, classes start at 07:30. The temperature indoors is very low, and the children are forced to sit in their outerwear. Because of this, they have started to get
According to data from the World Health Organization (WHO), a decrease in prices for sugary drinks and alcoholic products leads to greater availability, which in turn causes an increase in non-communicable diseases and injuries. This particularly affects children and young people, among whom such diseases as obesity, diabetes, cardiovascular conditions, and certain types of cancer are increasingly diagnosed.
At a parliamentary meeting, Deputy of the Jogorku Kenesh Dastan Bekeshev made a statement about the importance of preserving the Botanical Garden as a national treasure, calling for this unique territory to be separated from football projects. According to him, there are only two botanical gardens in Kyrgyzstan: one is located in Bishkek, at the intersection of Gorky and Akhunbaev streets, and the other is in Naryn. He emphasized the significance of these places for ecology and science.
The Cabinet of Ministers has presented a draft resolution that contains changes to the existing rules for forming the social package of television channels for digital terrestrial broadcasting. This draft has been put out for public discussion. Among the proposals is the amendment of the resolution dated March 4, 2022, No. 111, which approves the social package of television channels in the Kyrgyz Republic. In particular, it is proposed to cancel the first point of the document and clarify that
In the Chuy region, the installation of additional complete transformer substations (KTP) has been completed by a local enterprise engaged in electrical networks. Several settlements were involved in this project: New substations were installed in the following locations:
Specialists from the Republican Center for Health Promotion and Mass Communication shared information about the negative consequences of unhealthy eating. Sugar. Excessive sugar consumption can lead to weight gain, obesity, diabetes, and cardiovascular diseases.
In Batken, a group of classmates who celebrated 20 years since their graduation raised funds to install an arch. Graduates of the school in the village of Sogment, located in the Altyn-Beshik rural district of Batken, decided to install an arch at the entrance to their native village to commemorate their 20th anniversary after finishing their studies.
Construction has begun on a two-story residential building in Osh, which will include 54 apartments intended for graduates of the family orphanages "Lotus" and "Altyn Uya." According to information from local authorities, the apartments will be provided to graduates for free use for a period of up to 10 years. Each apartment will have an area of 25 square meters and will be fully equipped for comfortable living.
On January 16, the National Museum of Fine Arts named after Gapar Aitiev will host the opening of a solo exhibition by artist Ilgiz Edilson titled "Anatomy of Human Emotions." This was reported in a press release from the Ministry of Culture. The exhibition invites viewers to delve into the exploration of emotional experience through color palette, form, and spatial design. Four color environments reflecting various emotional states—from joy and trust to fear, anxiety, and
At the meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh on January 14, Sulaymanov noted that the building of the M. Nazarov school is in an emergency state, forcing children to study in two shifts at the FAP and mosque. The deputy also emphasized that local authorities are trying to transfer students to another school located 4 kilometers from their current place of study. This causes conflicts between students from different schools and creates dangerous conditions for children, especially in the winter period
At the meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh on January 14, Deputy Dastan Bekeshev expressed his protest against plans to build football fields in the Botanical Garden. He emphasized the importance of this space for the capital, calling it the lungs of the city. According to Bekeshev, the Botanical Garden has the status of a specially protected natural area, where the focus is on preserving biodiversity and scientific research. "The creation of this garden was aimed at the development of plants,
In Talas, a case of using a "Range Rover" with illegally tinted front windows has been identified. According to information provided by the press service of the Talas region's traffic safety department, the driver was fined 20,000 soms, and the vehicle was sent to a towing lot.
Photo 24.kg The official start of sales of commercial spaces in the new construction complex "Osh Market" is scheduled for the end of January 2026, as reported by the press service of the Office of the President of the Kyrgyz Republic. Currently, construction work is actively ongoing at the new market, which is in the final stages for the monolithic part. According to specialists, one of the largest trading facilities in the region may begin its operations as early as the summer of
. In Osh, the construction of a residential building consisting of 28 apartments has begun, specifically for graduates of the orphanages "Lotus" and "Altyn Uya". According to the city administration, the mayor inspected the construction work and emphasized the importance of creating a comfortable and safe environment for young people.
According to the Ministry of Agriculture, there were 35 recorded cases of violations of phytosanitary requirements in Kyrgyzstan during 2025. As a result of these violations, the following were returned to the senders:
The recently published report by the Eurasian Economic Commission contains new information about the demographic situation, migration, and life expectancy in the EAEU countries titled "Demography in Numbers. Statistics of the Eurasian Economic Union." According to the study, Russia continues to lead in population among the Union countries, with 146.1 million people residing there. Kazakhstan is in second place with 20.2 million, followed by Belarus with 9.1 million, Kyrgyzstan with
Representatives of the Talas city administration visited Secondary School No. 1 to directly assess the heating system issue. According to local authorities, there is a lack of heat in the school, which creates significant problems for the educational process. The city leadership has tasked to promptly address these deficiencies and ensure comfortable and safe conditions for the students. It was also stated that the resolution of this issue will be under the personal control of the mayor.
The Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision of Kyrgyzstan reports positive changes in the ecological state of Lake Issyk-Kul. According to information from the department's press service, the ecological and technical inspection is conducting constant monitoring of the waters of the lake. Inspectors are actively combating poaching and preventing illegal fishing by taking necessary measures against offenders. Comprehensive measures aimed at protecting aquatic
On the Osh–Nookat road near the DAEU, there is pollution of the roadway with mud flowing from the stone crushing plant. The Environmental and Technical Supervision Service of the Ministry of Natural Resources is starting an official investigation into the activities of the LLC in connection with the pollution of the strategic Osh—Nookat highway.
In the area of Lake Issyk-Kul, a large number of fish fry have been recorded. Muradbek Elemanov, the author of the video, shared that the filming took place on the beach of the city of Balakchy. He noted: “There is a significant number of fry observed along the shore of Lake Issyk-Kul. This serves as a vivid proof of the restoration of the ecosystem and the maintenance of ecological balance. Issyk-Kul is a treasure of our people, and caring for it is our common responsibility.”
In Batken, facts of hunting without permission were discovered last weekend, and the offenders received administrative fines. It became known that the raid was organized by the staff of the Department for the Protection of Natural Resources and Biodiversity of the regional office of the Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision.
Graduates of family orphanages in Osh will be able to receive housing. This was reported by the press service of the city administration. According to the city administration, Mayor Zhenishbek Toktorbaev has issued an order for the construction of a new building that will include 28 apartments to provide housing for the young people who graduated from the orphanages "Lotus" and "Altyn Uya".
At the meeting of the country's Security Council, President Shavkat Mirziyoyev announced an initiative to review Uzbekistan's defense doctrine. The press service of the head of state reported on this event. In an official statement, it was mentioned that the time has come to rethink the defense doctrine adopted eight years ago, as well as the national security concept developed in 1997.
On January 16, a personal exhibition by Ilgiz Edilson titled "Anatomy of Human Emotions" will open in Bishkek. This information was announced by representatives of the Kyrgyz National Museum of Fine Arts named after Gapar Aitiev. As part of the exhibition, the artist explores how emotions shape human experience, using color, form, and spatial compositions. The exhibition features four color environments and a multitude of emotional states, including joy, trust, fear, anxiety, and
Precipitation is not expected in the territory of Kyrgyzstan. In the capital, Bishkek, the temperature will drop to −2 at night and rise to +14 degrees during the day.
Plan for the improvement of central streets based on Chuy Avenue Vice Mayor Ramiz Aliyev announced the start of shrub removal on the city streets as part of the new design code for Bishkek.