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In Kyrgyzstan, the volume of electricity consumption continues to grow. The inflow of water into the Toktogul Reservoir is decreasing.
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In Kyrgyzstan, the volume of electricity consumption continues to grow. The inflow of water into the Toktogul Reservoir is decreasing.

During the meeting, issues related to the heating season of 2025–2026 were discussed. According to the Ministry of Energy, in 2025, the total volume of electricity consumption in the country reached 19.3 billion kWh, which is 900 million kWh more than in 2024. Of this amount, 15.4 billion kWh was produced in Kyrgyzstan, while the remaining 3.9 billion kWh was imported. It was also noted that this year, Kyrgyzstan and Central Asia as a whole are experiencing a decrease in the level of water

15.01.2026, 09:06
Economy

A global review of technical regulation requirements is planned in the EAEU.

The Chairwoman of the State Standard of Belarus, Elena Morgunova, announced the upcoming global revision of the technical regulation requirements within the EAEU. Currently, the union operates 52 approved technical regulations, 24 of which were adopted back in 2011. According to Morgunova, more than a decade of experience in applying these regulations has revealed the need for their update. This is due to both technological changes in the design, production, and disposal of products, as well as

15.01.2026, 09:05
Society

Kamila Talieva: We read the laws 10 times, and there's no need to teach us how to work

Deputy Kamila Talieva responded to the criticism expressed by Daiyrbek Orunbekov, who on January 14 called on deputies on social media to refrain from populism and demagoguery when discussing legislative proposals. The main topics of his statement concerned the improvement of Bishkek and the draft law on state awards. Talieva had previously criticized the new draft law on state awards. At today’s meeting, she emphasized that deputies should not be told how to fulfill their duties.

15.01.2026, 09:02
Incidents

Minor Drifts in a BMW. Video

A video has appeared on social networks in Kyrgyzstan, showing a drift performed by the driver of a BMW, which constituted a violation of traffic rules. According to the press service of the Patrol Police, the offender himself reported to the patrol police, where a protocol was drawn up against him for auto hooliganism. The vehicle was placed in a detention lot.

15.01.2026, 08:58
Society

In 2025, the cost of housing in Bishkek increased by 26.8 percent

According to the press service of the State Agency for Land Resources, Cadastre, Geodesy, and Cartography, there is a significant increase in real estate prices in Bishkek in 2025, amounting to 26.8 percent. During the reporting period, an increase in average prices for apartments and residential houses was noted both in Bishkek and Osh.

15.01.2026, 08:33
The Secretary General of the Turkic Council participated in the Program for Enhancing the Capacity of Turkic Diasporas in Vienna
World

The Secretary General of the Turkic Council participated in the Program for Enhancing the Capacity of Turkic Diasporas in Vienna

During the event, important aspects concerning the improvement of coordination among Turkic diasporas in Europe, the exchange of successful practices, and strengthening their role as a connecting link between various communities of Turkic states were discussed. The Secretary-General expressed gratitude to the Azerbaijani presidency for organizing this significant event. He noted that culture, unity, and cooperation are fundamental elements for creating a stronger Turkic world.

15.01.2026, 08:29
Society

The USA has suspended visa processing for 75 countries. Kyrgyzstan is on this list.

The U.S. State Department has announced a suspension of immigration visa processing for citizens of 75 countries, including Kyrgyzstan. This decision is aimed at combating potential immigrants who, according to authorities, may become a financial burden on the country. The information was disclosed in an internal memorandum that was reviewed by Fox News journalists. Consular officials have been instructed to deny visas while the department conducts a review of its vetting procedures. The

15.01.2026, 08:22
Air Pollution in Bishkek. The Capital of Kyrgyzstan Ranks Second in the Rating
Society

Air Pollution in Bishkek. The Capital of Kyrgyzstan Ranks Second in the Rating

According to the World Air Quality ranking, Bishkek has been in second place among the most polluted cities in the world over the past 24 hours. As of the morning of January 15, the capital of the Kyrgyz Republic found itself in this high position. In Bishkek, the air pollution level is classified as "very harmful," with an air quality index (AQI) of 214. At the intersection of Moscow Street and Erkindik Boulevard, this figure reaches 286. Data on air quality is available in

15.01.2026, 08:19
Society

The Year of Health Protection will take place in the Commonwealth countries

The Executive Committee of the CIS reported the adoption of a large-scale plan for 2026, which will focus on health protection in the Commonwealth countries. The main objective of this plan is to concentrate efforts on protecting the health of the population, establish the exchange of best practices, and strengthen international cooperation, including interaction with the World Health Organization. The document covers 10 key areas and includes about 100 activities, among which the following

15.01.2026, 08:11
Society

The year 2025 has become one of the three hottest years in the entire history of meteorological observations.

According to the European Climate Change Monitoring Service Copernicus (C3S), the year 2025 has entered the top three hottest years in the history of meteorological observations. In her report "Global Climate Indicators," C3S Deputy Director Samantha Burgess noted that the temperature in 2025 was just 0.01 degrees Celsius lower than in 2023, while 2024 remains the hottest year since the beginning of meteorological observations.

15.01.2026, 08:11
Society

What Surprised Fishermen at the Water Body Near Bishkek. Video

Athletes fishing in one of the ponds in Konstantinovka on the eve of the New Year 2026 were able to fully enjoy all aspects of sport fishing. The intense bite can be explained by the abnormally warm weather: there was no ice cover on the water body, which allowed anglers to use regular summer rods to catch carp, roach, and crucian carp. As bait, they used maggots, corn, and larvae. The majority of the catch consisted of carp weighing between two and three kilograms. The fishermen caught so much

15.01.2026, 08:09
Wholesale meat trade moved from Osh market to another district
Society

Wholesale meat trade moved from Osh market to another district

As of January 14, wholesale meat trading at the Osh market has ceased operations. This information was provided by the press service of the Ministry of Water Resources and Agriculture. Now, wholesale meat sales will take place in the new pavilion "Chuygun," located in the "Altyn-Taka" complex in the Maevka area (Pervomaisky district of Bishkek).

15.01.2026, 08:06
Online replacement of driver's licenses through "Tündük" is temporarily unavailable
Society

Online replacement of driver's licenses through "Tündük" is temporarily unavailable

Due to ongoing technical work, the submission of applications for the replacement of driver's licenses through the state electronic portal, specifically the mobile application "Tündük," is temporarily unavailable. We remind you that starting from last year, citizens of Kyrgyzstan have the opportunity to replace their driver's licenses online. On January 15, 2026, a campaign was launched in the country for the free exchange of old indefinite licenses for new samples.

15.01.2026, 07:36
The Ministry of Agriculture of the Kyrgyz Republic warns about new requirements for seed material
Economy

The Ministry of Agriculture of the Kyrgyz Republic warns about new requirements for seed material

In recent years, Kyrgyzstan has been facing the problem of increasing turnover of illegal and counterfeit planting material, which negatively affects crop yields, contributes to the spread of diseases among plants, and causes economic damage to farming enterprises. In the context of a deteriorating agricultural situation, the government cannot remain indifferent — issues of agricultural security are becoming critically important for the country's food security. This is reported by the

15.01.2026, 07:35
Society

Project "Zheneke": Nurgul Nurchalieva from At-Bashy wanted to become a theater and film actress, but everything changed after meeting a guy.

The regional news publication Turmush continues the column "Jenecke." In it, we share stories from the lives of young brides and experienced daughters-in-law. The goal of the project is to remind about the importance of family values, to reveal the beauty and talents of married women. The heroine is Nurgul Nurkalieva, a resident of the village of Kara-Bulun in the At-Bashinsky district of the Naryn region.

15.01.2026, 01:45
Society

Life in the Regions: Bakmurat Sapiraliyev from Talas was prophesied to be immobile, but he spoke and walked thanks to faith

In Talas lives 15-year-old Bakmurat Sapiraliyev, who, despite his diagnosis of cerebral palsy (CP), is fluent in several foreign languages, studies the Quran, writes poetry, and aspires to become a theologian. Yzyldyz Kozubekova, Bakmurat's 42-year-old mother, shares the difficulties she has faced since his birth. "It was a real trial. I was blamed for giving birth to a sick child, and because of this, my first marriage fell apart. Many advised me to leave my son in a specialized

15.01.2026, 00:39
Society

The State Department will suspend processing of immigration visas for 75 countries

The U.S. State Department plans to temporarily halt the processing of immigration visas for citizens of 75 countries. This decision is due to the need to strengthen control over potential applicants who may pose risks to society, as reported by Fox News. Among the countries affected by this restriction are Somalia, Afghanistan, Brazil, Iran, Iraq, Egypt, Nigeria, Thailand, Yemen, and several others. The new rules will come into effect on January 21, during which time the U.S. State Department

15.01.2026, 00:19
Society

In Bishkek, a minor driver performed a drift on the street. He was fined.

In Bishkek, a teenager, while driving a car, performed a drift on one of the streets. This was reported by the press service of the Patrol Police Department of the capital. According to their information, the driver admitted his guilt in auto hooliganism. “The car was placed in an impound lot, and a corresponding protocol was drawn up. We urge all drivers to strictly adhere to traffic rules and avoid auto hooliganism, even if such actions do not seem to interfere with other road users at first

14.01.2026, 23:23
Politics

Now, training for category B driving licenses will last 10 months, and for category C - 12 months.

According to the statement by the head of the president's office, Kanibek Tumanbaev, and his deputy, Boobek Salimzhanov, during a live broadcast, training for category B driving licenses now includes 10 months, which encompasses both training and testing. For category C, the training period will be 12 months. Salimzhanov noted that the training will focus on categories B and C and warned driving school owners against illegally obtaining driver's licenses for money.

14.01.2026, 22:59