A tragic incident occurred on Khivinskaya Street A fire broke out in Bishkek, resulting in the death of a foreign student, as reported by the Ministry of Emergency Situations.
Photo TASS. Increase in expenses for the deportation of migrants from Russia In the course of 11 months of 2025, the regions of Russia allocated 828.5 million rubles for the purchase of tickets for the administrative expulsion of foreign citizens. According to "Tenderplan," this amount increased by almost 30% compared to 2024. For comparison, such expenses are comparable to the budget deficit of Ingushetia for 2026, as reported by the publication "Vedomosti." Among the
According to the Ministry of Water Resources and Agriculture, climate change and reduced precipitation in 2026 may lead to a shortage of water resources. In this regard, the ministry has urged farmers to actively implement technologies that allow for water conservation, such as drip and sprinkler irrigation. It is also recommended to switch to crop varieties that require less moisture and to sow drought-resistant seeds. Experts from the Ministry of Water Resources and Agriculture added that
On January 14, inspectors from the Ecological Supervision Service of the Ministry of Natural Resources arrived in Bishkek at the intersection of Ogonbaeva and Kurmanjan Datka streets to verify information about smoke, which was circulated on social media. According to the press service of the Ministry of Natural Resources, during the inspection it was found that the source of the smoke was located in the "Avangard 2" hotel at the specified address. Individual entrepreneur S. G. was
At the meeting of the "Ala-Too" deputy group held on January 16, deputy Jumabek Salymbekov drew attention to issues related to cooperation with the customs service of Russia in the context of problems faced by tailors. In response, the chairman of the State Customs Service, Almaz Saliev, reported that interaction with Russian colleagues is taking place actively. According to him, 2-3 online meetings have already been held, a liaison officer from Kyrgyzstan has been appointed, and a
The Ministry of Culture, Information, and Youth Policy has presented a project concerning the regulation of family celebrations and memorial ceremonies in Kyrgyzstan. The document is currently available for public discussion. The agency emphasizes that family traditions and customs of commemorating the deceased play an important social and cultural role. These practices have helped preserve the spiritual values of the people, maintain unity in society, and strengthen connections between
The Ministry Warned of Potential Water Resource Shortages Farmers received a warning from the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry about a possible shortage of irrigation water during the 2026 growing season.
On January 15, a meeting was held at the Drug Control Service of the Ministry of Internal Affairs, where the results of work for 2025 were presented. The event was attended by Deputy Minister of Internal Affairs Nurbek Abdiyev. According to information from the Drug Control Service, 21 special operations were conducted throughout the year using the "controlled delivery" method of drugs, including operations that extended beyond the country's borders. As a result, 17 underground
The State Tax Service of Kyrgyzstan has announced that new amendments to the Code of Administrative Offenses regarding the illegal transportation of goods and vehicles across the borders of EAEU countries have come into effect. According to information provided by the press service of the STS, the amounts of administrative fines have been significantly increased:
Sam Altman has introduced Merge Labs, a startup focused on developing neurointerfaces using ultrasound. The company has exited stealth mode and raised $252 million in a seed round, valuing itself at $850 million. The main investor is OpenAI, with other contributors including Bain Capital and Gabe Newell, one of the founders of Valve, according to media reports. One of the key differences between Merge Labs and Neuralink, founded by Elon Musk, is the lack of need for surgical intervention.
In Kyrgyzstan, significant changes are expected in the driver training system. The training period in driving schools for category "B" will be extended from 2.5-3 months to a full ten months, while for category "C," training will last a year. The initiators of this change claim that it is aimed at improving road safety. However, this initiative has faced criticism both in society and in parliament. Many are questioning the justification for such an extension of the process
The mayor of Bishkek, Aybek Junushaliev, announced on January 16 that the eco-technology plant for processing solid household waste will not be able to handle garbage from neighboring districts of the Chui region. He made this statement during an on-site meeting of the parliamentary groups of the Jogorku Kenesh "Mekentchil" and "Ata Jurt." According to the mayor, the plant was designed to process 850 tons of waste per day, but currently, its load is 1200-1500 tons.
In the Oktobrskiy district of Bishkek, the activities related to the illegal sale of potent medications were suppressed, reported the press service of the capital's Main Internal Affairs Directorate. Police officers working in the Drug Control Service received information that a certain woman, referred to as "N," was engaged in this illegal activity.
At the second meeting of the interagency working group dedicated to preparing Kyrgyzstan's entry into international financial markets, the First Deputy Prime Minister Daniyar Amangeldiev spoke. This was reported by the government press service. The meeting took place as part of the implementation of the presidential decree signed on January 29, 2025, number 27, which concerns measures to improve the investment climate and expand access to international sources of financing. Photo of the
In Bishkek, on Khivinskaya Street, the police have initiated a preliminary investigation following a tragic fire in a dormitory. According to the press service of the Sverdlovsk District Department of Internal Affairs, the signal about the fire was received by the dispatcher service "102" at 09:20 AM.
During the inspection of the water supply system construction project in the village of Chon-Tokoy, located in the Talas region, significant violations were discovered. According to information from the Ministry of Construction, the existing construction norms, technical regulations, and other standard requirements (SNiP) were not followed during the design and construction of the facility. As a result of the inspection, a report was drawn up, and the contracting organization OsOO "NT
Dayirbek Orunbekov, head of the information policy department of the President's Administration of Kyrgyzstan, commented on the process of replacing old-style driver's licenses. Photo from the internet According to him, the exchange of old licenses is carried out free of charge. Citizens have one month to complete this procedure; however, if someone does not manage to do so, additional time will be provided. It is important to note that the requirement for a medical certificate of
Employees of the Interior Ministry of the Lenin District of Bishkek reported the detention of a suspect in a car theft, according to information from the press service of the department. A citizen named D.S. contacted the Interior Ministry with a statement, in which she reported that on January 10, 2026, in the parking lot of one of the local parks, an unknown person broke the rear right window of her car and stole a bag containing personal documents and 2000 dollars.
Benign prostatic hyperplasia is one of the most common urological problems among men over 60 years old. This condition causes symptoms that affect the lower urinary tract and significantly deteriorate the quality of life of patients. In the journal "Healthcare of Kyrgyzstan," a work by physician N. Monolov was published, which conducted a comparative analysis of various surgical treatment methods for prostate adenoma.
President of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Kyrgyzstan Temir Sariyev announced the creation of some of the most favorable conditions for the sewing industry in the country. This statement was made at a meeting of the "Ala-Too" deputy group, where the current situation in the sewing industry, employment, and the economy were discussed. He noted that during visits to Uzbekistan and Kazakhstan, local entrepreneurs expressed dissatisfaction as Kyrgyz producers are pushing them
The Ministry of Energy of Kazakhstan announced on January 14 that the country will cease to be energy-deficient in the first quarter of 2027. The agency reports the implementation of 81 projects, with a total capacity of 15.3 GW, and total investments amounting to $25 billion. Some of these projects are financed by private investments through the electricity market mechanism.
The fact of violation of the contract conditions was revealed during an inspection conducted by the State Committee for National Security of the Kyrgyz Republic (GKNB KR). An audit by the Ministry of Finance confirmed the presence of significant financial losses for the state. As a result of the investigation, full compensation for damages was achieved from the LLC, and currently, the GKNB KR continues to carry out operational-search activities aimed at identifying officials of the Ministry of
In his speech, Zelensky noted that it is precisely the Russian strikes, including missiles and drones, that serve as clear evidence that Russia does not want peace agreements. "When, due to Russia's aggression, Ukrainians are left without electricity for 20-30 hours, it indicates the real goal of Russian attacks — to break our energy system and the spirit of the people. Pressure should be directed at Russia. I express my gratitude to everyone who supports Ukraine in this," he
Screenshot During the design and construction of the drinking water supply system in the village of Chon-Tokoy, located in the rural district of Shumkar-Uya in the Talas region, violations were recorded regarding technical regulations, building codes and standards, as well as other related regulatory legal acts. The Talas Regional Department of the State Department of Architectural and Construction Control, operating under the Ministry of Construction, Architecture, and Housing and Communal