The Bishkek electric grid enterprise, part of OJSC "NESC," is actively engaged in the implementation of an automated commercial electricity metering system (ACEMS). This was reported in statements from the organization itself. The main task facing the ACEMS is to improve the distribution of electricity, enhance control over consumption, and ensure accurate accounting.
On January 19, during a meeting of the relevant committee of the Jogorku Kenesh, Deputy Umbetaly Kydyraliev expressed the opinion that there is a need to review the amounts of state scholarships for athletes. He noted that the maximum payment is 60,000 soms; however, considering the rise in prices and the level of inflation, this amount is insufficient for athletes who strive for high results on the international stage. Kydyraliev called on the State Agency for Sports, together with the
At a meeting of the relevant committee of the Jogorku Kenesh, Deputy Gulsharakan Kultaeva criticized the practice of involving well-known bloggers in state cultural events. She urged the Ministry of Culture to place more emphasis on professional ethics in this area. “The film industry requires a high level of culture. It is wrong to invite only popular bloggers from social media just because sponsors allocate funds for this. We must put a stop to such phenomena,” she noted.
According to IQAir, on January 19, 2026, at 5:00 PM, the air quality index in Bishkek was 217 AQI. This level is considered very unhealthy.
The Department of Individual Housing Construction and Urban Development, in collaboration with district administrations and other responsible authorities, continues its activities on land amnesty. According to information provided by the press service of the Bishkek City Hall, the commission operating in the Sverdlovsk district has confirmed 154 applications. Of these, 122 materials were submitted to the Main Department of Urban Development and Architecture for the preparation of necessary
The Union of Writers of the Kyrgyz Republic expressed the need for a legal assessment regarding the statements made by Syimyk Zhapikeev. The organization emphasized that the works of Chingiz Aitmatov and his legacy hold an important place in the culture of Kyrgyzstan, and such statements are unacceptable. In the statement from the Union of Writers, it is said: "We, the collective of the Union, express our position regarding the claims about Chingiz Aitmatov. Words that demean the honor and
The Autonomous Non-Profit Organization "Eurasia" proudly announced a new online course titled "Personal Brand. How to Stand Out." This course will provide participants with the opportunity to learn for free and is available to those from various countries. Registration for the course will begin on January 20. The program is designed for those who seek to enhance their professional communication and effectively promote themselves on social media. Participants will learn how
On January 19, Bakyt Torobayev held a meeting with Farid Talyshly, the permanent representative of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) in Kyrgyzstan. This was reported by the press service of the Cabinet. During the discussion, the focus was on cooperation between Kyrgyzstan and the IMF.
Deputy of the Jogorku Kenesh Dastan Bekeshev has proposed the idea of abandoning the existing alimony system, suggesting instead the implementation of a new model of state assistance for children whose parents have divorced. According to Bekeshev, the current mechanism for collecting alimony demonstrates low efficiency and often does not provide children with the necessary financial means for a normal existence.
As a result of the knife attack in Bishkek, a suspect has been detained, as reported by the press service of the Leninsky District Police Department. According to the police, on January 17, 2026, at about 7:05 AM, a signal was received at the Leninsky District Police Department from one of the hospitals regarding the hospitalization of a 29-year-old citizen, A.K., with a stab wound. An operational investigative group was dispatched to the scene. Law enforcement officials found that A.K. sought
On January 18, a railway disaster occurred in the Spanish town of Adamus, resulting in the deaths of at least 39 people and more than 120 injuries. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic. According to preliminary data from Spanish authorities, there are no citizens of Kyrgyzstan among the injured or deceased. The Embassy of the Kyrgyz Republic in France has not received any requests for assistance from Kyrgyz nationals.
The Department of Environmental Monitoring of the Ministry of Nature of Kyrgyzstan conducted an inspection at a waste processing plant located on the territory of the Bishkek city sanitary landfill. This was reported by the ministry's press service. The main objective of these studies is to assess the impact of the plant on the environmental situation in the region.
Photo IOM. An organization employee speaks with a family of refugees in South Sudan The International Organization for Migration (IOM) has announced its plans to respond to current crises, which include 32 key projects in various countries and regions. According to information from the UN News Service, these initiatives are aimed at assisting 22.7 million people, including migrants, refugees, internally displaced persons, and host communities. To implement these plans, a total of $2.5 billion
Over the past year, more than 8,000 sporting events took place in the country As reported by Kazybek Moldazhiyev, the director of the State Agency for Physical Culture and Sports, more than 40% of the population of Kyrgyzstan regularly participates in sports and physical activities. This statement was made at a parliamentary committee on science.
As part of the digitalization program of the Water Resources Service, an automated information system called the "Unified Information System for Water" (AIS UISW) has been developed. This information was provided by the Ministry of Agriculture of Kyrgyzstan. The main goal of the new system is to provide comprehensive management of water resources in the field of irrigation, which will improve planning, accounting, and monitoring of water supply, as well as ensure greater transparency
According to the deputy, the current system is ineffective and primarily places the burden on women During a budget committee meeting on January 19, Deputy of the Jogorku Kenesh Dastan Bekeshev emphasized the need to reform the alimony system in Kyrgyzstan. He noted that the current mechanism for collecting alimony does not work properly and effectively places all responsibility on women.
Forecast for Bishkek January 20, Tuesday At night, the temperature will fluctuate between -11 to -13 °C, cloudy.
A user contacted the Call Center of Kaktus.media with a question about replacing indefinite driving licenses. He noted: "My driving license, issued in the 2000s, lists categories B and C. I'm curious if subcategories B1 and C1 will be automatically added, or will I need to take additional exams? According to the old rules (point 36), which are no longer in effect, these categories could have been added."
The Committee of the Jogorku Kenesh approved the bill in the first reading In Kyrgyzstan, it is planned to introduce fines for non-compliance with the legislation on halal products. Deputy Minister of Economy and Commerce Sultan Akhmatov announced this information at a meeting of the committee of the Jogorku Kenesh responsible for finance, budget, entrepreneurship, and competition development.
In the city of Osh, court proceedings took place regarding land plots related to 35 educational institutions that had previously been transferred into private hands. As a result of court rulings, some of these plots have returned to municipal ownership. This information was announced by Nursultan Akylbek uulu, the chief lawyer of the Osh city administration.
At the meeting of the Committee of the Jogorku Kenesh on Science, Education, Innovations, Information Technologies, Culture, Sports, and Youth Affairs held on January 19, Deputy Bolot Sagynaev proposed to discuss the condition of the Sports Palace in Bishkek. During the discussion, addressing the director of the State Agency for Physical Culture and Sports, Kazybek Moldazhiyev, he noted that many sports facilities are currently being renovated, and the "Zhashtyk-Arena" is already
The highest number of vacancies is related to skilled trades As of January 1, 2026, there are 5,547 open vacancies in Kyrgyzstan, according to the Ministry of Labor, Social Security, and Migration. Skilled trades are in the highest demand.
This aerial photograph, taken from a helicopter, shows the Al-Asad airbase in the western part of the Anbar desert in Iraq on December 29, 2019. According to the Iraqi Ministry of Defense, the last group of American military advisors left the Ain al-Asad airbase in Anbar province on January 18. This base had been a location for American troops for over two decades. The coalition led by the United States, which fought against the terrorist organization ISIS (recognized as a terrorist group in
At the checkpoint "Ak-Tilek" in the Chui region, an illegal attempt to import 15,600 liters of kumis from Russia was recorded. The cargo was returned, as reported by the Ministry of Agriculture of the Kyrgyz Republic. Veterinary control inspectors conducted an inspection and found that the packaging lacked a production date, which violates the veterinary and sanitary requirements of the Kyrgyz Republic.