Society

Orozo-2026: When the Muslim Fast Will Begin in Kyrgyzstan

According to preliminary data, the holy month of Ramadan (Orozo ayı) in 2026 is expected to begin on February 18. This information was provided by the press service of the Spiritual Administration of Muslims of Kyrgyzstan, as reported on the website 24.kg. The Night of Qadr, also known as Laylat al-Qadr, is anticipated to occur from March 16 to 17 and is traditionally celebrated on the 27th night of Ramadan.

12.01.2026, 18:18

Incidents

Labor migrant who returned from Russia reported to the police about the murder of his wife.

A tragedy occurred in the territory of the Suzak district: a 28-year-old woman was killed by her husband, as reported by the press service of the Internal Affairs Department of the Jalal-Abad region. On January 3, 2026, the Suzak District Police Department received a call from a 35-year-old man who reported that on the same evening, approximately at 19:55, as a result of a conflict with his wife, born in 1997, he committed murder.

12.01.2026, 18:17

Exclusive

In Kyrgyzstan, 11 airports and airfields have been repaired in two years, - GAGA

Over the past two years, 11 airports and airfields have been upgraded in Kyrgyzstan, including both international and local facilities. This was reported by the director of the State Agency for Civil Aviation under the Cabinet of Ministers, Daniyar Bostонов, during a radio interview. Among the completed projects are the renovations of the airports in Karakol and Naryn. Currently, reconstruction work is ongoing at the terminals of Manas and Tamchy airports, located on Issyk-Kul.

12.01.2026, 18:16

Incidents

Batken: Over 50,000 Traffic Violations Detected in 2025

In the Batken region, 50,909 traffic violations were registered in 2025, resulting in 41 fatalities in road traffic accidents. These figures were announced on January 12 during an operational meeting dedicated to summarizing the work of the traffic safety department of the Batken region's Internal Affairs Directorate for the past year.

12.01.2026, 18:06

Incidents

A resident of Bazar-Korgon fined for violating hunting regulations

In the Bazar-Korgon district, a citizen was fined 12,500 soms for violating hunting regulations. This information was provided to the Turmush correspondent by Durusbek Zalimbekov, the head of the Jalal-Abad regional office of the Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision.

12.01.2026, 18:00

Society

In Suusamyr, temperatures dropped to -48 degrees: four schools switched to remote learning

Due to the severe frost, which reaches -48 degrees at night, education in four educational institutions in the Suusamyr region of Chui Province has been switched to a distance format. This was announced by the head of the rural district, Azizbek Manapov, in an interview with the "Kabar" agency. According to Manapov, daytime temperatures fluctuate between -33 and -35 degrees. He specified that schools in the villages of Tunak, Suusamyr, Pervomay, and Kozhomkul will operate in distance

12.01.2026, 17:58

Society

In Naryn District, a relay race "Sport is a Source of Health" was held for schoolchildren

In the village of Emgekchil, based at the T. Baiburaev Secondary School, various activities were held as part of organizing interesting leisure for students during the winter holidays, according to a pre-prepared plan. As reported by Turmush correspondent, a relay race titled "Sport - the Source of Health" ("Спорт — ден соолуктун булагы") was arranged by teachers for elementary school students and their parents.

12.01.2026, 17:56

Economy

From July 2026, the rules for the import of goods by individuals through foreign marketplaces will change in the EAEU.

- The Council of the Eurasian Economic Commission (EEC) has approved new rules regarding the import of goods purchased by individuals on foreign marketplaces, as reported in the Commission's press release. The duty-free limit for the import of goods bought by individuals through foreign marketplaces is set at 200 euros, with the possibility of further review. If the purchase value exceeds this threshold, a customs duty of 5% of the total amount will be charged, plus the established

12.01.2026, 17:46

Sports

Zhoomart Shamkanov appointed director of the SDYUSHOR "Dolphin"

Zhoomart Zhilkychievich Shamkanov has been appointed as the director of the specialized children's and youth Olympic reserve school "Dolphin." This information was provided by the press service of the city administration, stating that the order was signed by Mayor Aibek Junushaliev. Previously, Shamkanov held the position of director of the Department of Physical Culture and Sports of the capital's mayor's office.

12.01.2026, 17:35

Society

Personnel Changes in the Bishkek City Hall

Changes have occurred in the personnel composition of the mayor's office of the capital of Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek. The mayor, Aibek Junushaliev, signed an order appointing Kanybek Zholchubekov as the director of the Department of Physical Culture and Sports, as well as Tourism and Youth Affairs.

12.01.2026, 17:35

Health

The Ministry of Health received 250,000 doses of hepatitis vaccines

The Deputy Minister of Health, Ryspek Sydygaliev, reported that on January 12, during a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh Committee on Agricultural Policy, Ecology, Water Resources, and Environmental Protection, it was announced that 250,000 doses of hepatitis vaccines had arrived. This vaccination is taking place in three stages. Sydygaliev noted that vaccination can be done completely free of charge, just like testing for the virus.

12.01.2026, 17:33

Society

Football fields will be built in the Botanical Garden

On Akhunbaeva Street, at the Botanical Garden named after E. Gareev, the construction of football fields has begun. This information was provided by the institution subordinate to the National Academy of Sciences and was confirmed by Kaktus.media. As the garden's press secretary, Azhar Jabieva, explained, two football fields are being built to the left of the main entrance, near 7 April Street. The foundation has already been poured.

12.01.2026, 17:31

Incidents

The GKNB detained the head of the Department of the Ministry of Internal Affairs Security Service for the city of Balykchy — his subordinate provided testimony.

The Karakol City Court found the commander of the platoon of the security department of the Ministry of Internal Affairs' security service for the city of Balykchy guilty of mediating in bribery. The verdict was announced on November 13, 2025. As reported by the press service of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB) on December 16, 2025, Colonel of Police A.T.A. had been collecting money from employees of the security department of Balykchy since 2024 through the head of that

12.01.2026, 17:24

Society

Osh will receive a loan for the modernization of urban wastewater treatment facilities

Today, January 12, the Committee on International Affairs of the Jogorku Kenesh approved the draft agreement in the third reading concerning the third phase of the project "Expansion of the Sewage Treatment Plant in the city of Osh." As a result of this phase, it is planned to modernize the first complex of treatment facilities, which will increase its capacity from 20 to 40 thousand cubic meters per day.

12.01.2026, 17:24

Economy

In Kyrgyzstan, the excise tax rate on alcohol has been increased (number)

Starting from January 1, 2026, there will be an increase in excise tax rates on alcohol in Kyrgyzstan. This information was announced by the press service of the State Tax Service of the Kyrgyz Republic. “According to the government decree of Kyrgyzstan dated December 18, 2025, the phased increase of excise taxes on alcoholic products will begin on January 1, 2026, and will last until January 1, 2029. The excise tax rate on vodka will be 200 soms per liter starting January 1, 2026,” the

12.01.2026, 17:22

Economy

Not all slaughterhouses in Kyrgyzstan meet standards, - Ministry of Agriculture

At the meeting of the Committee of the Jogorku Kenesh on Agricultural Policy, held on January 12, 2026, Deputy Santalat Amanova raised the issue of the compliance of slaughterhouses in Kyrgyzstan with established requirements. Deputy Minister of Agriculture Zhanibek Kerimaliev clarified that there are slaughterhouses operating in the country that fully comply with veterinary and sanitary norms. However, he added that there are also those that do not meet these requirements, and that the

12.01.2026, 17:12

Society

The Ministry of Agriculture will conduct free training for farmers in the southern regions.

The Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry has announced upcoming free training sessions for farmers and agrarians in the southern regions of the country, including Osh, Jalal-Abad, and Batken. This information was revealed in an official statement from the ministry. The training sessions are scheduled from January 15 to 22 and will cover topics related to water resources, animal husbandry, crop production, and agricultural product processing. Representatives of the

12.01.2026, 17:10

Sports

AFC U-23 Cup: Kyrgyzstan National Team Will Be Without Key Player in Match Against Jordan

Midfielder Arsen Sharshenbekov, representing the Kyrgyzstan national football team, will miss the match against Jordan. According to information provided by Sport AKIpress from the Kyrgyz Football Union, Sharshenbekov continues to serve a suspension for his red card in the first match of the tournament against Saudi Arabia (0:1). In that match, he stepped on an opponent's foot, and only after reviewing VAR did referee Fu Ming decide on the red card. The player was handed a two-match

12.01.2026, 17:08

Economy

The EEC changes the rules for importing goods from foreign marketplaces. This will also affect Kyrgyzstan.

Recent decisions by the EEC Council concern new conditions for the import of goods purchased by individuals on foreign marketplaces. The EEC's announcement states that when the established amount is exceeded, a customs duty of 5% of the purchase amount will be charged, but not less than one euro per kilogram. Special tariffs are provided for certain goods, such as cars. Currently, if the order value exceeds 200 euros, a duty of 15% is also imposed, which is similar to international

12.01.2026, 17:08

Economy

The new JSC "Berekett Bank" has joined the deposit protection system

As of December 30, 2023, JSC "Berekett Bank" has been officially added to the registry of participants in the deposit protection system, as reported by the Deposit Protection Agency of the Kyrgyz Republic. According to the agency, "the deposit protection system is designed to ensure the protection of clients of banks, microfinance organizations, and housing savings credit institutions that have a license from the National Bank of the Kyrgyz Republic to accept deposits, in the

12.01.2026, 17:08

Society

Kyrgyzstanis are invited to a free job interview for employment in Turkey

Citizens of Kyrgyzstan are invited to a free interview organized by the Employment Center for work in the hotel sector of Turkey. The event will take place on January 13, 2026, in Bishkek and is available to all who meet the specified criteria. Candidates must meet the following requirements:

12.01.2026, 17:07

Incidents

In the Talas Region, 19 Drunk Drivers Detained in 11 Days

In the Talas region, raid activities under the name "Behind the Wheel" continue. As reported by the Traffic Police Department of the regional Internal Affairs Directorate, during the raid, drivers operating vehicles under the influence of alcohol are identified, and appropriate protocols are drawn up against them. Additionally, the vehicles of drivers who violated the law are placed in a towing lot.

12.01.2026, 17:07

Health

Season of ARVI and flu. Doctors remind how to protect yourself from infection

Doctors from the Bishkek Health Center have provided recommendations for Kyrgyzstanis on how to protect themselves from ARVI and influenza. Influenza is an acute infectious disease of the respiratory tract caused by the influenza virus. This disease falls under the category of acute respiratory viral infections (ARVI) and can manifest in various forms—from mild symptoms to severe consequences. According to doctors, ARVI is primarily transmitted through the air via droplets—through coughing,

12.01.2026, 17:03

Society

The Ministry of Labor is preparing a new unified institution for prosthetics and rehabilitation

The Ministry of Labor, Social Welfare, and Migration has presented to the public a draft resolution concerning the reorganization of certain institutions in the social sphere. The aim of this project is to optimize management and reduce bureaucratic barriers. The explanatory note specifies that the document has been developed in accordance with the decisions of the Interagency Commission, which oversees the implementation of the Decree of the President of the Kyrgyz Republic dated March 10,

12.01.2026, 17:02