There is still a shortage of teachers in schools, even in Bishkek
Society

There is still a shortage of teachers in schools, even in Bishkek

The Ministry of Education has announced data on vacancies According to information provided by the Ministry of Education, there is a shortage of 761 teachers in the country's educational institutions. This data has been obtained from the automated information system "Mugalim".

13.01.2026, 20:49
"Digital DNA" of the Seller: How AI Scoring Unlocks Multi-Million Dollar Credit Lines
Society

"Digital DNA" of the Seller: How AI Scoring Unlocks Multi-Million Dollar Credit Lines

By 2026, it became clear that traditional credit scoring, based on the analysis of financial statements from previous periods, is no longer suitable for e-commerce. This is due to its slowness and static nature, which do not reflect the dynamics of online business, where key indicators change every day. In response, predictive analytics using artificial intelligence comes to the forefront. This approach focuses not on the seller's past income, but on their future earning potential. This

13.01.2026, 20:41
The European Union is preparing sanctions against the USA over Greenland
World

The European Union is preparing sanctions against the USA over Greenland

According to information from The Telegraph European states hope that strengthening their positions in the Arctic will help convince Donald Trump to abandon plans to annex Greenland. If Trump opposes NATO's deployment on the island, the European Union is prepared to impose sanctions, as reported by RBC, citing The Telegraph.

13.01.2026, 20:39
The leadership of the National Center for Cardiology and the Institute of Heart Surgery and Organ Transplantation has been dismissed
Society

The leadership of the National Center for Cardiology and the Institute of Heart Surgery and Organ Transplantation has been dismissed

“Equipment is idle, mortality is rising” The meeting at the Ministry of Health, chaired by Minister Kanaybek Dosmambetov, became a venue for discussing the results of the inspection of two key institutions — the National Center for Cardiology and Therapy (NCC&T) and the National Research Institute of Cardiology and Therapy (NRICT). The inspection revealed serious shortcomings in the organization of emergency care for patients with cardiovascular diseases.

13.01.2026, 20:32
It became known which streets of Bishkek trams will run on.
Society

It became known which streets of Bishkek trams will run on.

The city hall also responded to the question about a possible tram line covering the entire city A new tram line will connect the 12th microdistrict with the city center and will further lead to the Osh market, according to information provided by the city authorities.

13.01.2026, 20:32
Marlen Mamataliyev proposed to deprive Kyrgyz citizens of benefits for not voting
Politics

Marlen Mamataliyev proposed to deprive Kyrgyz citizens of benefits for not voting

This participation in state mortgage programs and studying on a budget in universities Marlen Mamataliyev, a deputy of the Jogorku Kenesh, proposed a bill that could deprive Kyrgyz citizens of certain benefits due to their non-participation in elections. The aim of this initiative is to encourage citizens to actively exercise their voting rights.

13.01.2026, 20:29
Incidents

In the city of Manas, a 40-year-old woman was found hanged in her home.

The body of a 40-year-old woman was found in her home in Manas, and preliminary data suggests a possible suicide. This was reported by the press service of the Internal Affairs Directorate of the Jalal-Abad region. According to law enforcement agencies, a signal about the incident was received on January 10 at the duty station of the Manas District Internal Affairs Department from the ambulance service. The report stated that a local resident, I. V., born in 1985, was found hanged in her

13.01.2026, 20:28
Fake police officers kidnapped 10 thousand dollars from a Kyrgyzstani.
Incidents

Fake police officers kidnapped 10 thousand dollars from a Kyrgyzstani.

The victim was promised assistance in the criminal case According to law enforcement agencies, a citizen named K.A. contacted the Internal Investigations Service. He reported that at a meeting, strangers who introduced themselves as police officers promised to help him resolve his issue related to a criminal case and deceitfully took 10 thousand dollars from him, after which they fled the scene.

13.01.2026, 20:27
The State National Security Committee will stop receiving funding from the state budget starting in 2027 — Sadyr Japarov
Economy

The State National Security Committee will stop receiving funding from the state budget starting in 2027 — Sadyr Japarov

The President explained the components of the price for mortgage housing Today, January 12, President Sadyr Japarov participated in the ceremonial handing over of keys to new apartments as part of the second phase of the construction of the "Muras" residential complex located in Bishkek. During this event, he made several significant statements regarding the state housing policy and the prospects of the State Mortgage Company. According to the president's press service, the

13.01.2026, 20:26
Government agencies continue to demand certificates despite the digital code — Dastan Bekeshev
Society

Government agencies continue to demand certificates despite the digital code — Dastan Bekeshev

The deputy noted that the Ministry of Internal Affairs and the Ministry of Justice do not comply with the requirements for transitioning to a paperless documentation process. At the meeting of the committee of the Jogorku Kenesh, Dastan Bekeshev expressed dissatisfaction that state and municipal authorities continue to request certificates and copies of documents from citizens, despite the adoption of the Digital Code.

13.01.2026, 20:21
Bishkek City Hall: Bush Cutting is Part of the New Design Code of the Capital
Society

Bishkek City Hall: Bush Cutting is Part of the New Design Code of the Capital

All central streets are set to be improved like Chuy Avenue Vice Mayor Ramiz Aliyev reported that the removal of bushes in the capital is part of a new design code for Bishkek. The city authorities plan to renovate all central streets similarly to Chuy Avenue by removing barriers, fences, and shrubs. The new project will focus on lawns and flowerbeds under the trees.

13.01.2026, 20:19
Incidents / Exclusive

Fine and Disqualification of Awards. The former chairman of the State Tax Service Abduvayev and his deputy Kydyrgichov have been sentenced.

- On January 13, the Lenin District Court of Bishkek announced the verdict for Altynbek Abduvapov, the former chairman of the State Tax Service, and his deputy Islambek Kydyrgychov. The interrogation of these individuals took place on December 5-6, 2024, at the State National Security Committee (GKNB). A few days prior, searches were conducted in four district offices of the State Tax Service in the capital.

13.01.2026, 20:18
EBRD will provide Kyrgyzstan with a loan and grant for the expansion of wastewater treatment facilities in Osh
Economy

EBRD will provide Kyrgyzstan with a loan and grant for the expansion of wastewater treatment facilities in Osh

The total amount of financing will be 8.3 million euros On January 12, the Committee on International Affairs, Defense, Security, and Migration of the Jogorku Kenesh approved in the third reading the draft law concerning the ratification of agreements on a loan and grant between Kyrgyzstan and the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development. These agreements are intended for the expansion of sewage treatment facilities in the city of Osh.

13.01.2026, 20:18
Russian TV presenter Vladimir Solovyov called Central Asia "ours"
World

Russian TV presenter Vladimir Solovyov called Central Asia "ours"

The TV host emphasized the need for a clear definition of Russia's goals in this direction. In the program "Solovyov Live," he shared the opinion that instead of focusing on countries like Syria and Venezuela, Russia should concentrate on matters in the near abroad.

13.01.2026, 20:12
In Osh, the Bekkari pit is overflowing
Society

In Osh, the Bekkari pit is overflowing

A member of the Jogorku Kenesh reported on the disposal of animal carcasses in water bodies During a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh Committee on Agricultural Policy, Ecology, and Environmental Protection, deputy Santalat Amanova raised the issue of the overflowing Bekkari pit in Osh, where residents are disposing of animal carcasses, even into water bodies. She appealed to the Deputy Minister of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry, Zhanibek Kerimaliev, to address this problem.

13.01.2026, 20:07