Footballer Kimi Merk switched from FC "Dordoi" to "Alga"

Kimi Merk, representing the national team of Kyrgyzstan, has officially become a player of FC "Alga". This became known thanks to information provided by the Kyrgyz Football Union. In the previous season, Merk played for FC "Dordoi", where he proved himself to be a talented footballer. As noted by the KFU, "the move to a new club is an important step in the player's career and opens up new opportunities for him". "We are proud to have such a player and

In Kyrgyzstan, the inspection of businesses for the use of cashless payments has been suspended

The State Tax Service of the Kyrgyz Republic informs about the suspension of raid control and inspections regarding compliance with tax legislation requirements related to the use of payment equipment. This concerns tools such as POS terminals, electronic wallets, and QR codes used by small and medium-sized businesses. The relevant statement was made by the press service of the agency. This decision also covers the requirements for the use of a special bank account for conducting business

Two Citizens Stranded in the Mountains Due to Car Breakdown Rescued

In the Issyk-Kul region, in the Ton district, an incident occurred when two people found themselves in a difficult situation due to a car breakdown on the mountainous section of Kol-Bel, near the village of Korgondu-Bulak. Unable to leave the dangerous area on their own, they called for help by dialing the emergency number 112. Rescue operations were organized with the participation of four specialists from the district department No. 38 of the Ministry of Emergency Situations, who promptly

Canadian company halted uranium project in Kazakhstan

Expert on how thermal power plants can support the energy sector of Kyrgyzstan

The Ministry of Energy of Kyrgyzstan is actively engaged in projects for the construction of thermal power plants (TPPs) that will be located near coal deposits such as Kara-Keche. However, there is potential for the installation of similar generators in other regions of the country. Experts emphasize that although modern coal stations do not meet the criteria of "green energy," they nonetheless possess sufficient environmental safety and are capable of providing stable electricity

The State Duma approved amendments to the law on public procurement

At a recent meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, deputies approved a draft law concerning amendments to the Law of the Kyrgyz Republic "On Public Procurement." This decision was made in three readings. The Minister of Economy and Commerce, Bakyt Sydykov, emphasized that the aim of the proposed changes is to simplify and optimize public procurement procedures. The new draft law introduces the concept of a state assignment, which is of great importance for the implementation of key tasks

Donald Trump Introduced the First Members of His Initiative "Council of Peace" in Davos

At the World Economic Forum in Davos, U.S. President Donald Trump introduced the first members of his new initiative called the "Council of Peace." On stage were high-profile representatives from 19 countries who became the founding members of the group led by Trump.

Mayor's Office Employee of Bishkek Detained While Accepting a Bribe of 1 Million Som

On January 19, 2026, officers of the State Committee for National Security of Kyrgyzstan detained an employee of the Municipal Enterprise "Bishkek City Transport" for receiving a bribe of 1 million soms. This occurred at the moment of the money transfer. According to available information, some employees of the public procurement department systematically extorted 10% of the tender amount, creating artificial obstacles and delaying the payment process for completed work.

EU and India Prepare to Conclude Strategic Agreements

A few days before the summit, the EU's High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy, Kaja Kallas, emphasized the importance of the upcoming meeting in her speech to the European Parliament, characterizing it as a "reset" of relations between the two strategic partners. Kallas noted that India is becoming "indispensable" for Europe's economic stability and expressed the EU's readiness to implement a new agenda that will cover areas such as

In Bishkek, Buurdinskaya Street is being reconstructed and the park is being updated.

In 2026, the reconstruction of Burdinskaya Street is planned in Bishkek, with a length of 1200 meters. This information became known after the inspection visit of Mayor Aibek Junushaliev to the city's facilities. According to the city administration, the project includes the creation of a two-lane road, as well as the arrangement of two-meter-wide sidewalks. In addition, there will be updates and improvements to the adjacent park.

Snow Leopard, Bear, and Pack of Wolves. Unique Footage from the "Khan-Teniri" Nature Park

New exciting photos of wild animals in their natural habitat have been obtained in the State Natural Park "Khan-Teniri," as reported by the Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology and Technical Supervision of the Kyrgyz Republic. Specialists set up a camera trap in May 2025, and in December it recorded numerous representatives of the fauna, including a bear, snow leopard, lynx, mountain goats, hares, and a pack of wolves. This natural park is located in the eastern part of the

The Mayor of Bishkek Inspected City Facilities and Met with Residents of the Capital

The mayor of the capital of Kyrgyzstan, Aibek Junushaliev, conducted an inspection tour of urban facilities, during which he met with residents. According to the mayor's office, he visited Burdinskaya Street, where he communicated with local residents and listened to their suggestions and complaints. As a result of this meeting, a decision was made to notify about the necessity to adhere to the construction red line. The Department for Land Use Control was instructed to remove

Kasymaliyev familiarized himself with the activities of the Institute of Geology of the Academy of Sciences

The Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers and Head of the Presidential Administration, Adylbek Kasymaliev, visited the M. Adyshev Institute of Geology, which is part of the National Academy of Sciences under the President of the Kyrgyz Republic. During his tour, he received detailed information about the key areas of the institute's scientific research work, current projects, and the contribution of scientists to the study of the country's mineral resource potential and the

A Soft Fiber Chip for Smart Clothing Has Been Created

Researchers from Fudan University in Shanghai have presented a unique flexible chip capable of processing data within fabrics, functioning as a mini-computer. This was reported by the publication "Pengpai". Scientists integrated a large microchip into soft polymer fibers, creating a multilayer structure that resembles a rolled-up carpet. As a result, every centimeter of such smart fiber can contain up to 100,000 transistors, allowing for information processing at the level of some

Eduard Kubatov: Over the past five years, Kyrgyzstan's economy has tripled

In the podcast of the "Kabar" agency, Eduard Kubatov, president of the Federation of Mountaineering of Kyrgyzstan, reported a significant growth in the country's economy, which has tripled over the past five years. He noted that such results were made possible due to the personal responsibility and persistence of the president. “Today, we can confidently say that a new era is beginning in Kyrgyzstan. The economy has increased threefold in the last five years. The snow leopard

Bishkek - Talas: subsidized flights at reduced prices twice a week

Starting from January 4, 2026, Asman Airlines will operate flights on the Bishkek – Talas route twice a week: on Mondays and Fridays. The ticket price is set at 2,100 som, which is a significant reduction compared to previous prices that ranged from 2,100 to 3,100 som. Previously, regular flights on this route were quite rare, causing certain inconveniences for local residents. The introduction of a government subsidy has made flights more accessible, stable, and comfortable. Booking tickets

The President and the Government Support Entrepreneurs and Provide Them with Benefits - Kubatov

The President of the Kyrgyz Republic and his government have started to pay more attention to issues concerning the private sector and are implementing a system of benefits. This was stated by Eduard Kubatov, the president of the Federation of Mountaineering of Kyrgyzstan, in a podcast by the agency "Kabar". Kubatov noted that the role of the private sector in the economic development of the country is invaluable, and without its active participation, it is impossible to achieve

Employee of Bishkek City Hall Detained for Extorting a Bribe of 1 Million Som

In Bishkek, on January 19, an employee of the Municipal Enterprise "Bishkek City Transport" from the Department of Transport and Development of Road Transport Infrastructure of the city hall was detained. He was caught red-handed while receiving a bribe of 1 million soms.

The Federation of Trade Unions of the Kyrgyz Republic will launch an electronic application

The Federation of Trade Unions of Kyrgyzstan (FTUK) intends to complete the process of digitalization and implement a new electronic application. This was announced at a press conference at the "Kabar" agency by Muradil Jumadilde uulu, the chairman of FTUK. According to Jumadilde uulu, with the help of the new application, union members will be able to track the movement of their funds, including information on income and expenses.

Roof Collapse at a School in the Tyup District. How the Contractor Was Punished

The Ministry of Construction of the Kyrgyz Republic reported on the measures taken against the contracting company responsible for the construction of the Islam Kasmaliev School in the village of Min-Bulak in the Tyup district, where part of the roof collapsed. As is known, the collapse occurred on the night of January 18, 2026, due to heavy snowfall.

There are no rolling blackouts in Kyrgyzstan – Ministry of Energy

At a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, Deputy Minister of Energy Altynbek Rysbaev stated that currently there are no rolling blackouts in any regions of Kyrgyzstan. This statement was made in response to a question from Deputy Mahabat Mavlyanova, who noted that residents of the Nookat district had approached her with complaints about power supply issues. Rysbaev confirmed that rolling blackouts are not occurring in the country.

OJSC "NESC" installed and increased the capacity of 645 transformers on 10/0.4 kV lines in 2025

In 2025, the Open Joint Stock Company "National Electric Network of Kyrgyzstan" completed the installation of 279 transformers and modernized 366 existing ones. The work carried out for the installation and increase of the capacity of 10/0.4 kV transformers was performed at the following electric network enterprises:

Humans Do Not Have Five Senses – New Research Shows That There May Actually Be Up to 33

According to Barry Smith from the University of London, human perception is a complex multisensory process. It is shaped by the interaction of numerous sensory organs that together create our understanding of taste, movement, balance, and the surrounding world. Neurobiologists are now focusing on perception as a distributed system where sensory channels interact with each other, forming a holistic perception of reality. A change in one of these channels, whether it be sound, aroma, or

The Ministry of Labor of Kyrgyzstan reported on the monthly allowance for residents of high-altitude areas.

Who is eligible for the allowance? This allowance is provided to residents of high-altitude and hard-to-reach areas, as well as residents of border settlements with special status: