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Incidents

In Bishkek, a "citizen of the USSR" was detained for drunk driving

Employees of the Patrol Police Department conducted a nighttime raid, during which a man was detained for behaving suspiciously on the road. This became known on January 21 from a statement by the press service of the Patrol Police Department. During the stop of the vehicle, it was revealed that the driver had neither a driver's license nor a vehicle registration certificate. Additionally, he emitted a strong smell of alcohol.

21.01.2026, 19:22
Society

The Bishkek City Hall plans to replace one hundred elevators this year.

In 2026, the municipal enterprise "Bishkekgorlift" plans to update its fleet of elevators by replacing 100 units. This was reported by the press service of the capital's mayoralty. According to the provided information, during the preparation for the competitive procedures for the procurement of elevator equipment, the enterprise invites interested companies to participate in the competition.

21.01.2026, 19:19
Exclusive

President Sadyr Japarov met with representatives of the light industry

- During the meeting, held under the leadership of Sadyr Japarov, important issues concerning the development of the light industry sector were discussed. Representatives from the garment production, logistics companies, marketplaces, as well as employees from both state and private banks, and heads of relevant government agencies were present at the event.

21.01.2026, 19:14
Russia and Ukraine are competing for the same Chinese drone components - FT
Economy

Russia and Ukraine are competing for the same Chinese drone components - FT

Photo from the internet. Russia and Ukraine are competing for the same Chinese drone components In the current situation, Russia and Ukraine have effectively found themselves in a rivalry for identical Chinese components for unmanned aerial vehicles, which have become a crucial element of their military operations. This is reported by the Financial Times. The founder of the Ukrainian company TAF Industries, Alexander Yakovenko, shared with the publication that Chinese manufacturers are trying

21.01.2026, 19:14
Incidents

In the Jalal-Abad region, 18 cases of suicide among children were registered in 2025, - deputy

At the parliamentary meeting on January 21, Venera Salyamova, representing district No. 11, voiced alarming statistics: in the Jalal-Abad region, 18 cases of suicide among children were registered in 2025. She noted that in 2024, the number of such tragic cases was 16. "On January 10, 2026, an 8th-grade student in the Bazar-Korgon district took his own life. According to available data, his parents were outside the country," the deputy added.

21.01.2026, 19:12
Education

"Teacher of the Year - 2025" Elzat Asanova Received the Keys to an Apartment in Bishkek

On January 21, Elzat Asanova, who became the winner of the republican competition "Best Teacher of the Year - 2025," was handed the keys to a one-room apartment in Bishkek. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Education. Elzat, a mother of five children, shared that her eldest daughter is currently in the 9th grade. She expressed hope that this apartment will become a permanent home for the whole family when the children come to study.

21.01.2026, 19:05
Health

"The maternity hospital in Barskoon needs to be equipped; it is not operational after the major renovation, - deputy"

At the parliament meeting on January 21, Deputy of the Jogorku Kenesh Rahat Junushbaeva raised the issue of the maternity hospital located in the village of Barskoon in the Jetim-Ögüz district of the Issyk-Kul region. She noted that the building of the maternity hospital has undergone major repairs and is intended to serve the local population, which is approximately 9,000 people. However, the institution is not functioning because it lacks the necessary medical equipment and qualified

21.01.2026, 19:05
Politics

Kazakhstan has changed the operating mode of one of the checkpoints on the border with Kyrgyzstan

In Kazakhstan, the deputies of the Mazhilis approved a protocol that amends the agreement between Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan regarding border crossing points, signed on December 25, 2003. This was reported by Tengrinews. According to Nurlan Sauranbaev, the Minister of Transport, the document stipulates that the automobile crossing point "Kegen - Karkara" will operate around the clock. This change will increase capacity and create more comfortable conditions for travelers, as well as

21.01.2026, 18:48
Incidents

The Customs Service has identified the import of prohibited tobacco products

- During a tax audit conducted by the employees of the State Tax Service, a case of importing prohibited tobacco products into the territory of Kyrgyzstan was identified, according to information provided by the press service of the STS. The vehicle that crossed the border was stopped, and smokeless tobacco products — snus — were found in it. A total of 190 units of products prohibited for import and sale in the country were seized.

21.01.2026, 18:46
Society

The Bishkek City Hall will purchase 634 short buses for new buildings

According to the information from Mayor Aibek Junushaliev, this year the Bishkek city administration plans to purchase 634 small buses. These vehicles will serve new residential complexes, including those that became part of Bishkek as part of the administrative reform. The mayor noted: "The buses will be directed to the new buildings, as the roads in these areas do not allow for the use of large buses," he added. It is worth mentioning that the residents of Bishkek often express

21.01.2026, 18:44
Exclusive

Demand for electricity has increased 3-4 times over 10-20 years, - head of the Energy Committee of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry

In the last 10-20 years, there has been a significant increase in demand for electricity, which has risen 3-4 times. This was reported by Kundus Kyrbashova, chair of the energy committee of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry, on the radio. Kyrbashova noted that this phenomenon is characteristic not only of Kyrgyzstan but is a global trend. In neighboring countries facing energy shortages, energy-saving measures are actively being implemented, involving well-known artists and public figures.

21.01.2026, 18:42
The "Kegen - Karkyra" checkpoint will be switched to a 24-hour operation mode.
Society

The "Kegen - Karkyra" checkpoint will be switched to a 24-hour operation mode.

Photo from the internet. Checkpoint 'Kegen - Karkyra' A new law passed by the deputies of the Mazhilis ratifies the protocol related to the agreement between Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan regarding checkpoints on the border. According to this document, the checkpoint 'Kegen - Karkyra' will be switched to a 24-hour operational mode. This information has appeared in Kazakh news publications. After the voting was completed, the bill was sent for consideration to the Senate.

21.01.2026, 18:39
Incidents

In Bishkek, operatives conduct raids on buses

Police officers in Bishkek continue to carry out preventive measures aimed at combating pickpocketing, as reported by the press service of the Lenin District Internal Affairs Department on January 21. Investigators from the Criminal Investigation Department of the Lenin District Internal Affairs Department are actively interacting with passengers and drivers of public transport. They remind residents and guests of the capital about the need to keep an eye on their belongings to avoid unpleasant

21.01.2026, 18:32
Incidents

"In 70% of traffic accidents involving buses, other participants are to blame, - Bishkek City Transport"

In Bishkek, the chief engineer of the bus fleet No. 2 of the municipal enterprise "Bishkek City Transport," Artur Ömürzakov, stated on the air of "Birinchi Radio" that in most cases, specifically in 70% of traffic accidents involving public transport, it is not the bus drivers who are at fault. He noted that there are 2,660 drivers working in public transport in our city.

21.01.2026, 18:31
The number of international tourists worldwide increased by 4 percent in 2025
Society

The number of international tourists worldwide increased by 4 percent in 2025

Photo by the UN News Service. Pyramids in Egypt According to data provided by the UN News Service, in 2025 the world welcomed 1.52 billion international tourists, which is 60 million more than in the previous year, 2024, representing a growth of 4 percent. These results indicate a recovery in tourist flows to levels observed before the pandemic. The increase in tourist activity is attributed to high demand, stable dynamics in major markets, and ongoing recovery in Asia and the Pacific region.

21.01.2026, 18:28
Thermal Imaging Camera Exposed Poachers: Offenders Detained at Night on Issyk-Kul
Society

Thermal Imaging Camera Exposed Poachers: Offenders Detained at Night on Issyk-Kul

On January 20, around 10:00 PM, two men were detained in the Tyup district for attempting to illegally catch fish. This incident was recorded during a nighttime patrol, as reported by the Internal Affairs Department of the Issyk-Kul region. The poachers were discovered thanks to a thermal imager, which detected movement in the coastal area. After that, the response team quickly headed to the scene and managed to detain the violators before they could set up their nets. As established by law

21.01.2026, 18:25
Sports

In Russia, the Winter Olympics will be officially shown for the first time since 2022.

The Minister of Sports and head of the Olympic Committee of Russia, Mikhail Degtyarev, announced that the 2026 Winter Olympic Games, which will take place in Italy from February 6 to 22, will be available for viewing on the streaming service Okko. According to Degtyarev, users will be able to watch both the opening and closing ceremonies as well as all sporting events. “The broadcasts will be available both live and on demand, on any device,” he added.

21.01.2026, 18:16