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In Karakol, compliance with the law on the state language was checked
Society

In Karakol, compliance with the law on the state language was checked

In Karakol, the city administration, together with the regional branch of the Antimonopoly Regulation Service, conducted a raid aimed at ensuring compliance with the legislation on the state language. Various establishments were covered during this inspection, including retail outlets, cafes, restaurants, pharmacies, and other public places. During the inspection, experts assessed how well the signs, advertisements, announcements, price lists, and informational materials complied with the

19.01.2026, 11:49
Incidents

In Chile, a city of 50,000 has nearly burned down due to wildfires

Massive wildfires in Chile continue to wreak havoc, resulting in casualties among the population and forcing people to leave their homes. This is reported by foreign news agencies. President Gabriel Boric declared a state of emergency and ordered the military to assist in addressing the aftermath of the disaster.

19.01.2026, 11:49
The Ombudsman helped two orphans from Naryn receive their inheritance
Society / Exclusive

The Ombudsman helped two orphans from Naryn receive their inheritance

In Naryn, the ombudsman provided support to two orphans who were unable to obtain their inheritance due to the actions of their relatives, according to information provided by the Ombudsman Institute. A request to the ombudsman’s representative was made by pensioner K.G., who asked for protection of her grandchildren's inheritance rights, aged 14 and 15, in the Naryn region. In her appeal, the woman reported that her son A.M. and daughter-in-law O.Zh. divorced in 2014 after six years of

19.01.2026, 11:46
Mamashov received $20,000 for winning at ACA 199
Society

Mamashov received $20,000 for winning at ACA 199

On January 16 in Krasnodar (Russia), the ACA 199 tournament took place, where Kyrgyz mixed martial artist Altynbek Mamashov showcased an outstanding performance. In the preliminary card, he faced American Chris Hanikatt.

19.01.2026, 11:44
The norms of the SEZ may be adjusted for the retro car museum in Bishkek.
Society / Exclusive

The norms of the SEZ may be adjusted for the retro car museum in Bishkek.

The National Investment Agency under the President of Kyrgyzstan has initiated discussions on changes to the regulations concerning free economic zones (FEZ). According to the draft resolution, the requirements for fencing and access rules for tourist and exhibition facilities in the FEZ are being updated, including the planned retro car museum in Bishkek.

19.01.2026, 11:42
Society

In 2025, the budget for national cinematography tripled and amounted to 970 million soms.

In 2025, Kyrgyzstan achieved significant growth in the budget for national cinematography, which increased threefold to 970 million soms. This information was announced at a meeting of the Committee on Science, Education, Innovative Development, Information Technologies, Culture, Sports, and Youth Affairs. To understand the scale of the changes, it is worth noting that in 2024 the budget was only 345 million soms.

19.01.2026, 11:42
Fog once again caused delays and cancellations of flights at Manas Airport.
Society

Fog once again caused delays and cancellations of flights at Manas Airport.

On January 19 of this year, the international airport "Manas" is once again experiencing delays and cancellations of flights due to poor visibility caused by fog. This incident was reported by the press service of the OJSC "Airports of Kyrgyzstan". Currently, visibility at the airport ranges from 400 to 800 meters; however, takeoffs and landings continue as usual.

19.01.2026, 11:38
Society

In the Ak-Talinsky District, residents of villages recently included in high-altitude zones are asking to address the issue of pension benefits.

Residents of high-altitude villages in the Ak-Talinsky district demand pension benefits Turmush — In the Ak-Talinsky district, located in the Naryn region, local residents of several villages recently classified as high-altitude areas express dissatisfaction with the lack of legally mandated benefits upon retirement. Last year, the villages of Choloq-Kayin and Konorchok, which belong to the Ala-Bugin rural district, as well as the village of Zhany-Tilek from the Kara-Burgon rural district, were

19.01.2026, 11:36
Exclusive

The Cabinet will study the potential of pumped-storage power plants

The government intends to analyze the possibilities for the construction of pumped-storage hydropower plants, which has become part of its action plan. The project includes a detailed study of various aspects such as hydrology, water balances, geology, and ecology. These power plants are designed to accumulate energy generated from renewable sources, which can then be used during periods of high demand. It is planned that by 2026-2027, results will be summarized, leading to the compilation of a

19.01.2026, 11:35
World

International Organization for Migration Requests $2.5 Billion for Crisis Response

According to information provided by the UN News Service, IOM has presented 32 key projects as part of its crisis response. These plans are published against the backdrop of growing global humanitarian needs and the organization's limited resources. In 2026, IOM's priorities were clearly defined, focusing on the most pressing needs. Although financial requests have decreased compared to previous years, this does not indicate that needs have diminished. Limited resources will be

19.01.2026, 11:34
Economy

The volume of investments in fixed assets in 2025 amounted to 374.6 billion soms

In 2025, the volume of investments in fixed capital reached 374.6 billion soms, which is an increase of 18.4% compared to the previous year, 2024. This was reported at a press conference by the chairman of the National Statistical Committee of Kyrgyzstan, Baktybek Kudaybergenov. As noted by Baktybek Kudaybergenov, the growth in investments compared to the period from January to December 2024 is due to an increase in both domestic sources of financing by 9% and external sources by 3.8%. From

19.01.2026, 11:29
14-year-old chess player from Kyrgyzstan debuted in the strongest league in the world in Germany
Society

14-year-old chess player from Kyrgyzstan debuted in the strongest league in the world in Germany

Bayastan Sydykov, a 14-year-old chess player from Kyrgyzstan, made his debut on the board in the German Chess Bundesliga, as reported by the legal association "Kyrgyz Chess Union". He represents the club SC Viernheim, one of the league leaders, which includes well-known chess players such as Nodirbek Abdusattorov, Jan-Krzysztof Duda, Shakhriyar Mamedyarov, Alexey Sarana, Jorden van Foreest, and Yagiz Kaan Erdogmus.

19.01.2026, 11:28
Society

In Kyrgyzstan, requirements for the production of domestic films will be increased

At a meeting of the committee of the Jogorku Kenesh dedicated to science, education, and culture, it was announced that standards for domestic cinema in Kyrgyzstan are expected to rise. Deputy Minister of Culture, Information, Sports, and Youth Policy Marat Tagaev noted that the country's film industry is actively progressing. “Currently, each film studio independently determines which films to produce, and script approvals occur only through the artistic council. However, an

19.01.2026, 11:27
An eruption occurred from the black hole after 100 million years
World / Exclusive

An eruption occurred from the black hole after 100 million years

After nearly 100 million years of inactivity, one of the supermassive black holes in a distant galaxy cluster has reactivated, as reported by Popular Science, citing data from Lenta.ru. A study conducted under the guidance of astronomer Shobha Kumari from Midnapore City College in India showed that such black holes rarely eject magnetized plasma that emits radio waves. The object designated J1007+3540 exhibits behavior reminiscent of volcanic activity, ejecting plasma into intergalactic space.

19.01.2026, 11:16
Society

At Manas Airport, four flights were canceled due to fog

At Manas International Airport, visibility is poor, ranging from 400 to 800 meters due to fog. As a result, a decision was made to cancel four flights, as reported by the airport's press service. Despite the challenging conditions, takeoffs and landings of other flights continue as usual. However, two Turkish airlines, Pegasus and Turkish Airlines, have canceled their flights. Additionally, two flights to the city of Manas have been canceled by the domestic airline Tez Jet without

19.01.2026, 11:16
A New Bank Opened in Kyrgyzstan
Economy

A New Bank Opened in Kyrgyzstan

The National Bank has issued a license for banking operations A new bank has appeared in the country, as reported in the National Bank's press release.

19.01.2026, 11:14
Kyrgyzstan to Implement Mandatory Mediation Based on Ankara's Experience
Politics

Kyrgyzstan to Implement Mandatory Mediation Based on Ankara's Experience

The purpose of this visit was to study the Turkish model of mandatory pre-trial mediation. The trip was organized at the invitation of the Union of Mediators of the Turkic World and became a significant step in the development of legal institutions in Kyrgyzstan. As part of the program, the delegation, consisting of representatives from the Ministry of Justice and the Republican Community of Mediators (RCM), visited the Mediation Center in Ankara, where they were able to practically

19.01.2026, 11:12
Society

In Batken, the performance event of Bala Barpy "Yntymak" will take place

The performance event "Yntymak" will take place on January 26 at the Batken Regional Drama Theater named after Apaz Zhainakov. This information was provided by the press service of the Ministry of Culture. The purpose of this event is to promote the creativity of the akyn Barpy Alykulov. The project was developed and staged by Kurmanbek Niyazbekov.

19.01.2026, 11:09