Sports

Youth World Hockey Championship. The Kyrgyzstan national team defeated Iran

In the capital of Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek, the youth world championship in ice hockey Division 3B is taking place, as reported by representatives of the hockey federation. In the third round of the tournament, the Kyrgyzstan team showcased an outstanding performance, winning against the Iranian team with a crushing score of 15:1.

21.01.2026, 22:46
Delegates of the International Ice Hockey Federation Awarded Honorary Certificates by the Cabinet of Ministers
Sports

Delegates of the International Ice Hockey Federation Awarded Honorary Certificates by the Cabinet of Ministers

The meeting with the delegation of the International Ice Hockey Federation (IIHF), represented by Franz Reindl and Clifton Rottsteli, took place under the leadership of Adylbek Kasymaliev, as reported by the government press service. Kasymaliev emphasized that organizing the Youth World Ice Hockey Championship in Bishkek is not only a great honor for Kyrgyzstan but also a sign of trust from the IIHF, confirming the country's status as a reliable partner on the international stage.

21.01.2026, 22:15
Lifestyle

Life in the Regions: Kahar Eshkoziev from Suzak Raises Livestock Delivered to Him by Air from Scotland

In the village of Үлгү in the Suzak district, located in the Jalal-Abad region, lives Kahar Eshkoziev, who is engaged in breeding a rare breed of cows — Aberdeen-Angus, imported to Kyrgyzstan from Scotland by airplane. Kahar started his business with the purchase of just two calves, but now his herd numbers over 50 cows, and the total livestock has reached 130. He shares that he has been involved in breeding livestock for almost three decades, with the last 15 years focused on meat production.

21.01.2026, 22:05
At the age of 86, literary scholar Omor Sooronov has passed away
Society

At the age of 86, literary scholar Omor Sooronov has passed away

Today, January 21, 2026, Kyrgyz culture and literature have suffered a heavy loss — the renowned literary scholar Omor Sooronov passed away at the age of 86 after a long illness. This information was provided by the Ministry of Culture, Information, and Youth Policy of Kyrgyzstan. Omor Sooronov, a distinguished figure in the culture of the Kyrgyz Republic, was a laureate of the State Prize in the field of science and technology, a recipient of the Order of "Manas" III degree, and an

21.01.2026, 22:01
Chinese Investor to Invest in Major Project in Kyrgyzstan
Economy

Chinese Investor to Invest in Major Project in Kyrgyzstan

Photo by NAI Recently, a meeting was held at the National Investment Agency under the President of the Kyrgyz Republic with Chinese partners from the company "Juyhen Real Estate." This information was announced by representatives of the agency. As a result of the negotiations, a memorandum was signed, which implies cooperation and mutual understanding for the development of investment projects.

21.01.2026, 21:53
Prostheses can only be made, replaced, and repaired in Bishkek
Society

Prostheses can only be made, replaced, and repaired in Bishkek

People with disabilities are forced to travel to the capital to obtain prosthetics Citizens living in other regions of the country face serious problems when trying to obtain prosthetic and orthopedic products. The branches of the Republican enterprise engaged in prosthetics are located only in Bishkek and Osh.

21.01.2026, 21:40
Residents of Bishkek are invited to the exhibition "Another Landscape. Art, History, Ecology"
Society

Residents of Bishkek are invited to the exhibition "Another Landscape. Art, History, Ecology"

On January 23, an exhibition titled "Another Landscape. Art, History, Ecology" will open in the capital of Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek. This event is organized based on museum collections of painting and graphics, as well as with the participation of invited artists. This information was provided by the Kyrgyz National Museum of Fine Arts named after Gapar Aitiev. The exhibition will focus on exploring the representation of landscape in the works of artists from 1940 until the period of the

21.01.2026, 21:35
Society

OJSC "Airports of Kyrgyzstan" purchased three new de-icers

html The joint-stock company "Airports of Kyrgyzstan" has announced the acquisition of three new de-icers — specialized machines designed for treating aircraft against icing before their departure. The information was provided by the company's press service. According to reports, the Danish company Vestergaard Company A/S, which manufactures these machines, is known for its innovations in the field of aircraft ground handling, including the development of de-icers and other

21.01.2026, 21:20
World

Trump in Davos Demands Negotiations on Greenland and Threatens Europe with Tariffs

At the World Economic Forum in Davos on January 21, U.S. President Donald Trump delivered a speech, having been delayed at the event due to a technical issue with Air Force One. Despite the slight delay, his speech lasted over an hour, as reported by The Insider. Trump's speech raised concerns among European allies. He began by praising the economic achievements of the U.S., but focused primarily on issues related to Greenland, NATO, and criticism of Europe.

21.01.2026, 21:14
How to Distinguish a Reliable Trader: Criteria That Work
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How to Distinguish a Reliable Trader: Criteria That Work

In the context of financial markets, the issue of trust is becoming increasingly relevant — investors strive to find those who are truly trustworthy. How can one assess how reliable those offering their services are? This material presents an analytical overview of the key signs to pay attention to. What does the term "reliable trader" mean This concept refers to a person or group capable of:

21.01.2026, 21:13
World

Trump stated that the U.S. has "amazing" weapons that no one knows about

In an interview with News Nation, U.S. President Donald Trump stated that the country has "amazing" weapons that "no one knows about." This statement came amid rumors of the use of unknown weaponry by American forces during the operation to capture Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro. The program host asked Trump about reports of the alleged use of sonic weapons, to which he replied: "We have weapons that no one knows about. It's probably better not to talk about

21.01.2026, 21:08
Ancient Maps of the Turkic World from Foreign Archives to be Displayed at the Exhibition
Society

Ancient Maps of the Turkic World from Foreign Archives to be Displayed at the Exhibition

In 2026, various scientific and cultural events are planned in the Turkic world to commemorate the centenary of the First Turkological Congress, which took place in 1926. In connection with this anniversary date, the "Turkic Culture and Heritage" foundation announced the organization of an exhibition featuring ancient maps from the 9th to 19th centuries, stored in archives across Europe and America. This information became known during a meeting between the President of the National

21.01.2026, 21:04
Education

In the Tyup District, the roof of the new school damaged by snow is being repaired.

In the village of Min-Bulak, located in the rural district of Karasaev in the Tyup region, the roof of a new school for 150 students was damaged due to heavy snowfall. According to the Tyup district education department, restoration work on the roof is currently underway. As reported by the district education department, the roof of the educational institution named after I. Kasmaliev in the village of Min-Bulak was damaged on the night of January 17 to 18 due to heavy snowfall. Since the

21.01.2026, 20:46
Social stores "Eurasia" launch a support program for young families
Society

Social stores "Eurasia" launch a support program for young families

Social stores "Eurasia" have announced the launch of a new initiative aimed at supporting young families. As part of the program, parents with one or more minor children will have the opportunity to obtain a social card, which will allow them to purchase food and essential goods at reduced prices. The initiative "Social Stores - Eurasia" was created to support various categories of citizens. Currently, five social stores are operating in the capital, offering basic goods at

21.01.2026, 20:39
In Balakchy, a memorial plaque was installed at the historic mosque
Society

In Balakchy, a memorial plaque was installed at the historic mosque

The historic mosque was founded by Kemel Azhy Shabdan uulu — the first qazi of Muslims in Kyrgyzstan and the son of Shabdan Batyr. A ceremony was held in Balakchy to unveil a memorial plaque at the historic mosque founded by Kemel Azhy Shabdan uulu (1882–1948), who was the son of the famous Shabdan Batyr and the first qazi of Muslims in Kyrgyzstan.

21.01.2026, 20:36
At one of the car washes in Kainy, a group of men beat up a driver. Two suspects have been detained.
Incidents

At one of the car washes in Kainy, a group of men beat up a driver. Two suspects have been detained.

According to information received from the Panfilov District Department of Internal Affairs, two suspects have been detained in a case concerning the infliction of less serious harm to health. On December 19, 2025, 28-year-old T. K. reported to the police about an attack on him that occurred on December 16 at the Legacy self-service car wash located on Trudovaya Street in Kainyda. According to him, a group of men attacked him with hooligan intent, resulting in injuries.

21.01.2026, 20:34
The Ministry of Construction has developed a project for the improvement of the roadway in the northern part of Kara-Balta.
Society

The Ministry of Construction has developed a project for the improvement of the roadway in the northern part of Kara-Balta.

Specialists from the Jayil District Department of Urban Development and Architecture under the Ministry of Construction of Kyrgyzstan presented a project aimed at improving the roadway in the northern part of Kara-Balta. As noted by the Ministry of Construction, the project covers a section of Kozhomberdieva Street, located between Jayil Baatyr and Krylov Streets. The development of the project took into account requirements in the fields of urban planning, ecology, and architecture. The main

21.01.2026, 20:30
The winner of the "Teacher of the Year" contest, Elzat Asanova, received her apartment.
Society

The winner of the "Teacher of the Year" contest, Elzat Asanova, received her apartment.

This event became known from the Ministry of Education of Kyrgyzstan. Elzat Asanova, who works as a teacher of the Kyrgyz language and literature at school No. 22 named after K. Umutaliev, located in the village of Dolon in the Tyup district of the Issyk-Kul region, managed to pass all stages of the competition and win at the national level. The teacher, who is raising five children, noted that this apartment will become a "family hearth" for her family in the capital, especially

21.01.2026, 20:30
Society

The Ministry of Education spoke about the digitalization of schools and the "E-Kündölük" system

On the radio "Sputnik Kyrgyzstan," Lira Samykbaeva, Deputy Minister of Education, spoke about the current process of digitalization in the country's education system. According to her, there is currently an active implementation of digital technologies in schools and educational institutions. She noted that many documents that were previously stored in paper form — such as reports, student personal files, diaries, and journals — have now been converted to electronic format.

21.01.2026, 20:27
Aibek Moldogaziev Appointed Ambassador to Mongolia
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Aibek Moldogaziev Appointed Ambassador to Mongolia

According to the president's press service, Aibek Artykbaev has been removed from the position of ambassador of Kyrgyzstan to Mongolia. In another decree, the head of state appointed Aibek Moldogaziev to this vacant position, having previously relieved him of his duties as ambassador to the USA.

21.01.2026, 20:23
Society

At Issyk-Kul, the roof of a school under construction collapsed after a snowfall

The Ministry of Construction, Architecture, and Housing and Communal Services of Kyrgyzstan commented on the situation regarding the collapse of the roof of a new school built with the support of the "As-Salam" fund. This incident occurred in the village of Min-Bulak in the Tyup district of the Issyk-Kul region, where the school named after Islam Kasmaliev is located, designed for 150 student places. Construction began in 2023, with the contractor being the company OsOO

21.01.2026, 20:21