Economy / Exclusive

Prices in cafes and restaurants of Bishkek discussed at the Antimonopoly Committee – what was decided

A meeting organized by the Antimonopoly Service under the Ministry of Economy and Commerce of the Kyrgyz Republic took place in Bishkek, where current issues of pricing in the public catering sector were discussed. This event was led by Jenaly Orozbaev, the head of the service, with the participation of representatives from the Ministry, the HoReCa Club Association of Hoteliers and Restaurateurs, as well as entrepreneurs working in this field.

30.01.2026, 16:30

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"Radio Station of the Day of Judgment" transmitted three words in ten minutes

It has been reported that the UVB-76 radio station transmitted two messages, including a rare double encryption. This information became known thanks to the Telegram channel "UVB-76 Logs." The broadcasting of the Doomsday radio station began at 11:57 Moscow time, and the first message contained the word "standing." Ten minutes later, at 12:07, the second message aired on UVB-76, which included the words "dernolord" and "soldering." None of the mentioned

30.01.2026, 16:29

Society / Exclusive

A Meat Products Fair Will Be Held in the Kochkor District

On January 31, a fair will be held in the Kochkor district, where a wide range of meat products will be offered. This was reported by the local agricultural development administration. At the event, buyers will be able to purchase horse meat and lamb, with prices per kilogram ranging from 600 to 630 soms.

30.01.2026, 16:29

Health / Exclusive

From Remission to Tragedy. Refusal of Medical Treatment Cost a Child with Leukemia Their Life - Human Rights Defenders

In Kyrgyzstan, oncologists express deep concern over the increasing number of cases where parents refuse medical treatment for their children suffering from cancer. According to them, this leads to higher mortality rates and worsened prognoses. This information was announced at the Institute of Akikatchy as a result of monitoring conducted in the pediatric oncology and hematology department of the National Center for Oncology and Hematology (NCOMH) in Bishkek. According to medical

30.01.2026, 16:29

Economy / Exclusive

The Cabinet set the GTS the task of collecting 142.6 billion soms in 2026

At a recent meeting of the board, it was noted that the activities of the State Customs Service in 2025 were successful. Prime Minister Adylbek Kasymaliev instructed to ensure the achievement of forecasted customs revenues in 2026 at the level of 142.6 billion soms and to begin the implementation of measures outlined in the Customs Service Development Concept for the period 2026–2030.

30.01.2026, 16:25

World / Exclusive

AI Created to Predict Heart Disease Complications in Cancer Patients

An international group of doctors from Europe and China has introduced a new artificial intelligence that can predict the risk of premature death with an accuracy ranging from 70% to 84%, as well as the occurrence of internal bleeding and ischemia in patients with cancer combined with various cardiovascular diseases. This was reported by the press service of the University of Zurich in Switzerland. Professor Thomas Lüscher from the University of Zurich noted that this approach takes into

30.01.2026, 16:19

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With intercity reserves of $10 billion, we are protected from external shocks - expert

Doctor of Economic Sciences Tolonbek Abdyrov commented for IA "Kabar" on an important event: Kyrgyzstan's international reserves have reached over 10 billion dollars for the first time in history. This achievement indicates the financial stability of the country and stability in the financial market, as well as good protection against potential external shocks. According to Abdyrov, exceeding the reserve of 10 billion dollars is an important step forward for Kyrgyzstan's

30.01.2026, 16:14

Health / Exclusive

Who will be able to receive treatment at the new medical complex of the GKNB in Bishkek

The new medical complex of the Military Medical Service of the State National Security Committee, opened today with the participation of the President of Kyrgyzstan Sadyr Japarov, will be available to a wider range of patients. The head of state emphasized that the main goal of creating this institution is to improve the accessibility and quality of medical care for employees of law enforcement agencies, as well as to reduce the burden on other departmental medical organizations.

30.01.2026, 16:03

Incidents / Exclusive

The GTS identified nearly 9,800 offenses and seized over 830 kg of drugs

In 2025, the State Customs Service registered 9,792 cases of violations and crimes related to customs legislation. The total amount of additional revenue to the state budget exceeded 1 billion 566 million soms, which is almost double the figures from the previous year. In particular, record results were achieved in the fight against drug trafficking: over 830 kg of narcotic substances and more than 22 tons of precursors were seized and destroyed.

30.01.2026, 15:50

World / Exclusive

French Prime Minister Approved the 2026 Budget Bypassing Parliament

French Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu announced the adoption of the budget for 2026 without the need for a parliamentary vote, which occurred under the responsibility of the government, as reported by TASS. “Our country requires a budget. Therefore, on behalf of the government, I take responsibility for its adoption in accordance with part 3 of Article 49 of the Constitution,” he noted during a session of the Lower House of Parliament, the National Assembly. Following this, the

30.01.2026, 15:49

Economy / Exclusive

The Audit Chamber identified financial violations in the Ministry of Transport amounting to 2,251.5 million soms

As part of the audit conducted by the Accounts Chamber of the Kyrgyz Republic, the activities of the Ministry of Transport and Communications for the year 2024 were analyzed, including its subdivisions and subordinate enterprises. As a result of the audit, financial violations amounting to 2,251.5 million soms were identified, of which 2,081.1 million soms are subject to recovery. During the audit activities, it was possible to recover 1,668.4 million soms. The majority of the recovered funds

30.01.2026, 15:49

Society / Exclusive

In Naryn, the expansion of centers for children with disabilities was discussed

In Naryn, a meeting was held with Kanat Sagynbaev, the Minister of Labor, Social Protection, and Migration of the Kyrgyz Republic. He spoke with the parents of children with disabilities who receive services at the "Meikin" rehabilitation center. According to the ministry's press service, this center provides comprehensive support to children with mental disorders and young people with disabilities, training parents and preparing personal assistants. This contributes to

30.01.2026, 15:46

Society / Exclusive

Food fairs were held in the Jalal-Abad region.

In the districts of Ala-Buka and Aksy in the Jalal-Abad region, food fairs were held, as reported by the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry. According to information from the ministry, the organizers of the fairs — the district agricultural development departments — offered local residents a variety of products: meat, vegetables, fruits, flour, vegetable oil, sugar, and other essential food items at affordable prices. At the moment, the republic fully ensures its

30.01.2026, 15:43

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The Customs Service explained how navigation seals for cargo transportation work

- On the air of the radio, the head of the development department of OJSC "State Customs Infrastructure," Igor Petrukhin, spoke about navigation seals, which are electronic devices for tracking cargo transport in real-time. According to Petrukhin, these devices function as "smart" seals and significantly differ from conventional mechanical locks. They are equipped with batteries, automatic locking mechanisms, and data transmission systems. These seals record parameters such

30.01.2026, 15:41

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Deputies demanded to strengthen control over the quality of road construction

At the meeting of the parliamentary group "Adilet Kyrgyzstan," the appeal from the Ministry of Transport and Communications regarding the ongoing construction and reconstruction of strategic and local roads was discussed. First Deputy Minister Beknazar Bazaraliev reported that the construction plan was not only fulfilled but also exceeded. With a planned 1,092 km, a total of 1,606 km was completed, of which 1,545 km were paved. Currently, 13 major road projects are being implemented

30.01.2026, 15:36

Health / Exclusive

The number of cancer cases among children in Kyrgyzstan has exceeded 200 per year

According to information provided by the staff of the Ombudsman Institute, the number of registered cases of cancer among children in Kyrgyzstan exceeds 200 per year. This data was announced as part of a monitoring conducted in the pediatric oncology department at the National Center for Oncology and Hematology in Bishkek. As of the end of August 2025, about 60 children suffering from oncological and oncohematological diseases were receiving treatment in the oncology department. In recent

30.01.2026, 15:34

Society / Exclusive

Evgeny Lushchikhin, Creator of Kyrgyz Mountain Merino, Has Passed Away

Kyrgyz science has suffered a heavy loss. On January 29, 2026, the life journey of Yevgeniya Mikhailovna Lushikhina (04.07.1940 - 29.01.2026), a professor and doctor of agricultural sciences, came to an end. Her name became a symbol of the revival of sheep breeding in the country. She was the only woman in this challenging profession, demonstrating that successful breeding requires not only deep knowledge but also patience. Yevgeniya Mikhailovna was not just the daughter of the renowned

30.01.2026, 15:29

Society / Exclusive

Sadık Sher-Niyaz: The Parliamentary Seat Cost Me 300 Thousand Dollars

According to Sadik Sher-Niyaz, the ambassador of Kyrgyzstan in France, he had to invest 300 thousand dollars to obtain a deputy mandate. This information was announced in a podcast by the agency "Kabar." He noted that significant financial expenses during elections are related to advertising campaigns and various organizational costs. “Many deputies share the amounts they spent on their elections, but this is just the tip of the iceberg. Unfortunately, colossal funds are necessary to

30.01.2026, 15:29

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Sadyr Japarov opened the building of the Military Medical Service of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB)

Speaking at the ceremony, the president emphasized the importance of caring for the health of employees who play a key role in ensuring national security. He congratulated all those present on the opening of the new institution and reminded them of the long history of the Military Medical Service, which began in the early years of the formation of Kyrgyz statehood. In the 1920s, medical units operated under challenging conditions. The Military Medical Service was officially established as an

30.01.2026, 15:23

Sports / Exclusive

The tennis tournament has started in Bishkek

Today, in the capital of Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek, a tennis tournament for young athletes in the age groups of 12, 14, and 16 years was opened. This was reported by the State Agency for Physical Culture and Sports of the Kyrgyz Republic. The official part of the event was opened by the director of the agency, Kazibek Moldazhiyev, who congratulated the young participants on the start of the tournament.

30.01.2026, 15:10

Economy / Exclusive

Historical Milestone. Kyrgyzstan's International Reserves Hit Record Highs

Deputy Chairman of the National Bank Azat Kozubekov noted that the current level of international reserves is the highest in the country's history. He pointed out that the achieved result is the consequence of the consistent and targeted work of the NBKR in the area of managing international reserves. The bank has implemented a strategy that includes specific actions and steps, and over the past year and a half, management approaches have been significantly reformed, demonstrating their

30.01.2026, 15:01

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In the Kemin District, a suspect in a murder has been detained

On January 29, 2026, information about a murder committed in the village of Bordu was received by the Internal Affairs Department of the Kemin district, according to the Main Internal Affairs Directorate of the Chui region. After receiving the report, an investigative-operational group was dispatched to the scene. During the examination, the body of a 49-year-old man named E.A. was found on a bed in a barn located inside a two-room house, with multiple stab wounds.

30.01.2026, 15:00

Economy / Exclusive

The western bypass road of Bishkek is planned to be built using the PPP mechanism.

On January 23, 2026, a memorandum of cooperation regarding the project "Construction and Operation of the Western Bypass Road of Bishkek" was signed at the National Investment Agency under the President of the Kyrgyz Republic. The document was signed by representatives of the Ministry of Transport and Communications, the Bishkek City Hall, OJSC "Eldik Bank", LLC "Bat Jet", and the Chinese company China National Heavy Machinery Corporation (CHMC). The Center for

30.01.2026, 14:57

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Deputy to the Ministry of Transport: When will the repair of the 46 km section of the Naryn-Baetov road be completed?

At the meeting of the parliamentary group "Adilet Kyrgyzstan" on January 30, Deputy of the Jogorku Kenesh Zhyldyz Taalaibek kyzy asked about the timeline for the completion of repairs on the 46-kilometer section of the Naryn—Bayetov road. Deputy Minister of Transport Beknazar Bazaraliev explained that the project includes a major overhaul with a total length of 120 km. However, in fact, the work will begin from the 8th kilometer, resulting in a total repair volume of 112 km.

30.01.2026, 14:51