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Exchange prices for gold and silver have hit historical records
Economy

Exchange prices for gold and silver have hit historical records

New records have been set in the precious metals market: prices for gold and silver have surpassed $4,600 and $83 per troy ounce, respectively, for the first time, according to trading data reported by RIA Novosti. As of 8:09 AM Moscow time, the February gold futures on the New York Comex exchange rose by $80.55 (1.79 percent), reaching $4,581.45 per troy ounce. During trading, the price of gold peaked at $4,612.4. The March silver futures also showed an increase, rising by 5.27 percent to

12.01.2026, 11:56
Economy

In 2026, 20,000 apartments from GIK will be put into operation across Kyrgyzstan, - president

The President of Kyrgyzstan, Sadyr Japarov, presented plans for the construction of 20,000 apartments, which are set to be commissioned in 2026. He made this statement on January 12 during the key handover ceremony as part of the second phase of the residential complex "Muras". As Japarov noted, in 2025, the State Mortgage Company (GIK) provided housing for 4,662 families, which is four times higher than the figures for 2024. “Since the establishment of GIK, 14,945 families have been

12.01.2026, 11:45
In Chuy Region, a man attempted to kill his mother
Incidents

In Chuy Region, a man attempted to kill his mother

On December 29, 2025, a resident of the village of Poltavka, a woman named J.A., born in 1985, contacted the police department of the Jayil district. She reported that her brother J.S., born in 1981, had become aggressive and attempted to kill their mother J.M., born in 1950, on the night of December 28 to 29. This information was provided by the press service of the Main Internal Affairs Directorate of the Chui region. According to the statement, during the night, J.S. attempted to suffocate

12.01.2026, 11:42
Economy

In 2026, $500 million will be allocated to the authorized capital of the Group of Investment Companies. Starting next year, the company will transition to self-financing, - president

During the ceremony held on January 12, Kyrgyzstan's President Sadyr Japarov announced the allocation of $500 million to the authorized capital of the State Mortgage Company (GIK) in 2026. This statement was made at the second stage of the construction of the residential complex "Muras". According to the president, the main task of the company is to expand the housing stock of the country. He noted that until now, all financial resources have come from the state budget.

12.01.2026, 11:41
"Manchester City" signed a contract with winger Antoine Semenyo
Sports

"Manchester City" signed a contract with winger Antoine Semenyo

The club "Manchester City" has announced the signing of a contract with 26-year-old Ghanaian winger Antoine Semenyo, who previously played for "Bournemouth." The agreement is set until 2031, and the "Citizens" activated a buyout option worth £65 million, ahead of other contenders from the Premier League.

12.01.2026, 11:37
Economy

President: A $250 increase in the cost of housing by the Housing Investment Company will not cover even half of the inflation over 25 years.

Today, January 12, during the key handover ceremony as part of the second phase of the construction of the Muras residential complex, Sadyr Japarov, the President of the Kyrgyz Republic, shared information about mortgage housing prices. As the head of state noted, the State Investment Committee (SIC) offers apartments to citizens on the waiting list for housing without a down payment for a period of 25 years with interest rates of 4% and 8% per annum. “These rates are even lower than the

12.01.2026, 11:37
Ecology

In the Kara-Kulja District, a man was fined 12,500 soms for illegal hunting.

On January 9, another raid took place in the Kara-Kulja district, organized by inspectors from the Osh regional office of the Environmental Protection Service in collaboration with the staff of the "Bars-2" group of the NABU organization. This raid was initiated based on operational information. According to representatives of the Environmental Protection Service, during the raid in the Ylai-Talaa area, a man was apprehended for hunting without the appropriate permit, without the

12.01.2026, 11:30
The BELES project is not closing, but requires modernization — the founder dispelled the rumors
Society

The BELES project is not closing, but requires modernization — the founder dispelled the rumors

Recently, there have been many misunderstandings and emotional interpretations in public discussions regarding the BELES project and its commitments as assumed by the president and the state. Urmat Djusheev, one of the founders of the company with a 50% stake, emphasized the need to clarify the situation. “Initially, we did plan to launch the assembly and production of buses in Kyrgyzstan. However, during the work, the relevant authorities and specialists pointed out numerous shortcomings.

12.01.2026, 11:28
Society

In Russia, voice messages with insults in messengers are now punishable by court.

In Russia, it has been established that sending a voice message with insults in messengers can result in a fine. This was reported by RIA Novosti, citing court documents. According to information from the case materials, a court in Moscow examined a situation in which a woman sent audio messages containing insults via Telegram. The recipient of the message reported it to the prosecutor's office, which found signs of an administrative offense in the sender's actions under the article

12.01.2026, 11:23
Health

At Midnight, a 19-Year-Old Student Fell into an Open Manhole

In Karakol, located in the Issyk-Kul region, an incident occurred: a 19-year-old student fell into an open utility manhole that was located on the roadway at the intersection of Torgoeva and Przhevalskogo streets. Local residents expressed their concerns and demand that this manhole be closed, as it poses a serious threat to pedestrians.

12.01.2026, 11:23
U-23 Asian Cup. Kyrgyzstan has dropped to the last place in the standings
Sports

U-23 Asian Cup. Kyrgyzstan has dropped to the last place in the standings

At the U-23 Asian Cup taking place in Saudi Arabia, the Kyrgyzstan national youth football team finished last in its group. The team is competing in Group A alongside teams from Saudi Arabia, Vietnam, and Jordan. Under the guidance of head coach Edmar Lacerda, the Kyrgyz team lost to the tournament hosts in their first match and then fell to the team from Vietnam in the second round.

12.01.2026, 11:13
Society

Government Support at a Record Level: The Agricultural Sector Received Over 12 Billion Som

In 2022, the government of Kyrgyzstan significantly increased funding for the agricultural sector, allocating resources for agriculture, processing, and individual entrepreneurs through five state programs. This was reported by the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry. As noted by the ministry, previously, preferential loans were provided only within the framework of two programs, but by 2025, their number increased to five. These areas include "Agricultural

12.01.2026, 11:10
Politics

A Free Hotel for Pilgrims from Kyrgyzstan Has Started Being Built in Mecca

In Mecca, the construction of a new free hotel has begun, which will serve as a place for Kyrgyz pilgrims and students to stay. This was reported by Daiyrbek Orunbekov, head of the information policy service under the president. According to Orunbekov, the project is being implemented with the support of President Sadyr Japarov. This hotel will provide free accommodation for citizens of Kyrgyzstan who come to Saudi Arabia to perform Hajj or to study.

12.01.2026, 11:07
Incidents

A resident of the Jayil District accused her brother of attempting to murder their mother

The suspect in the torture case has been detained, reports the press service of the Main Internal Affairs Directorate of the Chui Region on January 12. According to a woman from the village of Poltavka, her brother attempted to kill their 75-year-old mother on the night of December 29, 2025. She informed law enforcement that the man tried to suffocate the woman with a pillow, and when she began to resist, he hit her several times.

12.01.2026, 11:05
Ecology

In Osh Region, a man was fined for illegal shooting of a hare and a partridge.

Ecological inspectors in the Osh region, together with officers from the Kyzyl-Zhar rural police department, conducted a raid on compliance with hunting regulations on January 8 in the Aylakuu area. As a result of the inspection, a man was found who illegally shot a hare and a partridge. In accordance with the provisions of Article 263 of the Code of Offenses (regarding violations of hunting rules), he was fined 12,500 soms.

12.01.2026, 11:04
The United Kingdom has announced the development of a missile for Ukraine with a range of over 500 km
World

The United Kingdom has announced the development of a missile for Ukraine with a range of over 500 km

Adobe Stock As part of this project, it is planned to produce ten missiles per month, each costing up to £800,000 (approximately $1.1 million). The UK Defense Minister, John Healey, noted: "We intend to provide Ukrainians with modern weapons to fight the Russian army." The UK Ministry of Defense plans to sign contracts worth £9 million ($12.1 million) with three industrial groups for the development of the missile. The first prototypes are expected to be ready for testing within a

12.01.2026, 11:03
In Thailand, a boat collided with a fishing vessel: tourists from the Kyrgyz Republic were on board
Incidents

In Thailand, a boat collided with a fishing vessel: tourists from the Kyrgyz Republic were on board

As a result of the collision between a speedboat and a fishing vessel in Thailand, one person died, and among the injured were tourists from Russia and other countries. According to preliminary data, there were 33 Russian citizens on board the speedboat, as well as tourists from Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan, and other states. As a result of the incident, a Russian woman born in 2008 died from her injuries. Additionally, 23 Russians with various injuries were hospitalized in medical

12.01.2026, 10:59
Politics

Business Support: Taxes Reduced and Certain Licenses Abolished

President Sadyr Japarov has signed a new law concerning changes in taxation and social insurance. This was reported by the Tax Service. As it became known, the law was adopted to support both individuals and legal entities and is part of the implementation of the Decree issued on December 5, 2025, regarding measures to support the economy.

12.01.2026, 10:53
Exchange rates in commercial banks of Kyrgyzstan on January 12
Economy

Exchange rates in commercial banks of Kyrgyzstan on January 12

Information is presented based on data from commercial banks' websites. If you have any questions regarding the provided data, we recommend contacting the banks directly. This information is current as of the time of publication. Please note that exchange rates are valid for cash transactions and may change throughout the day. You can check the official exchange rate of the National Bank of the Kyrgyz Republic and the exchange rates at currency exchange offices in Bishkek here.

12.01.2026, 10:52