According to the findings of the Accounts Chamber of the Kyrgyz Republic, the Antimonopoly Regulation Service committed a number of violations in the expenditure of budgetary funds. The main issues lie in the insufficient strengthening of the material and technical base, as well as violations in accounting, questionable bonus payments, and unjustified rental expenses.
At one of the car washes in Bishkek, a young washer named Zarylbek Toktoshev, who is only 22 years old, finds time for creativity even during work moments. In the breaks between washing cars, he sings songs that he composes himself. As reported by 24.kg, his unique singing style includes the use of several languages — Kyrgyz, Russian, and sometimes English. This feature makes his compositions diverse and interesting for listeners.
The representative of the Central Election Commission, Uzarbek Zhilkybaev, along with an employee from the election organization department, traveled to New Delhi, India, to participate in an international conference dedicated to issues of democracy and elections. According to the press service of the CEC, this event is organized by the Election Commission of India (ECI) in collaboration with the Indian International Institute of Democracy and Election Management (IIIDEM) and International
Starting January 25, a new cycle of art sessions dedicated to world painting titled "The Art of Hope" will begin at the National Museum of Fine Arts named after Gapar Aitiev. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Culture. The main idea of the cycle is to study painting as a means of supporting the individual, their dignity, and inner strength. This project emphasizes themes of resilience, empathy, acceptance, and hope. Artists in their works not only reflected
Among the cities where unfavorable conditions are expected are Petropavlovsk, Kokshetau, Pavlodar, Karaganda, Temirtau, Uralsk, Aktobe, and Almaty. In the capital, Astana, a deterioration in air quality is predicted for the night.
A 1.5-month-old infant diagnosed with pneumonia is currently in the infectious diseases department of the Osh City Clinical Hospital. According to preliminary data, the baby's condition is being temporarily monitored by two officers from the escort service of the pre-trial detention center.
Over the course of the week, important personnel changes took place in Kyrgyzstan. Beknazar Bazaraliev has been appointed as the First Deputy Minister of Transport and Communications. Talantbek Soltobaev, who held this position, was dismissed and detained in connection with an investigation regarding road construction in the Naryn region. Beknazar Bazaraliev has been working in the ministry since 2006, previously serving as the Deputy Director of the Road Economy Department and also headed the
A 45-year-old man was detained in the Spanish city of Alicante, who was wanted internationally at the request of Kyrgyz law enforcement agencies. This was reported by the publication Diario de Alicante. The man was issued an international arrest warrant related to a case of causing bodily harm, and he faces a penalty of up to five years in prison.
For the first time in its history, the price of gold has surpassed the $4,800 per ounce mark. This is evidenced by data from the trading platform provided by CME Group. The precious metal has once again shown growth, reaching record levels. Analysts emphasize that gold is traditionally viewed as a reliable tool for asset protection in times of economic and geopolitical instability.
During the meeting organized by the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry of the Kyrgyz Republic, the possibilities of attracting investments in the agricultural sector and the processing industry of the country were discussed. The event was attended by Deputy Minister Bekten Bekbolotov and Head of the Project Implementation and PPP Sector Iskak Anarbekov. From the Azerbaijani side, the negotiations involved co-chairs of the Fund Zamir Osmonov and Iqbal Babayev, as
- In accordance with the order, the State Customs Service has been instructed to transfer a land plot of 20 hectares, which is in its perpetual use, to the Open Joint Stock Company "State Customs Infrastructure." The plot will be provided for temporary (temporary) use on a gratuitous basis for a period of 49 years. The land plot is located in the Osh region, Alay district, in the rural area of Pamir-Alai, in the village of Nura, contour No. 19 of the Erkeshtam plot.
- Eldiyar Mambetov, head of the operational control department of the State Tax Service, spoke on the radio about how patent rates are formed taking into account the principle of fairness and the economic conditions of various regions. According to him, a pawnshop located in the capital or a large city requires significant investments and works with more expensive assets, which justifies a higher patent rate. In contrast, pawnshops in regions such as Batken, Jalal-Abad, or rural areas have
The inspection of construction sites conducted in Bishkek revealed that construction is underway at 10 Shaumyana Street without the necessary permits. The Ministry of Construction has announced the initiation of administrative actions against the violator. The Ministry urges all participants in the construction process to adhere to established norms and standards, emphasizing the importance of compliance with requirements to ensure the safety of people. Raids to monitor construction will
Photo 24.kg The exhibition titled "Another Landscape. Art, History, Ecology," which opened at the Kyrgyz National Museum of Fine Arts named after Gapar Aitiev, invites viewers to journey from a romantic perception of nature to an awareness of the ecological losses associated with human activity. The exhibition represents not only a visual array but also a trace of time reflecting the consequences of human decisions. The uniqueness of the exhibition lies in its combination of
During a video conference meeting chaired by the President of Uzbekistan, Shavkat Mirziyoyev, significant measures were announced to support the so-called "difficult" districts and mahallas of the country. The President stated that small solar power plants with a capacity of 300 kilowatts will be established in each of the 903 mahallas, which will be transferred to local residents free of charge. These installations will generate economic assets, bringing in additional income of
In some areas, fog and icy conditions may form on the roads. The wind will blow at a speed of 7-12 m/s, with possible gusts up to 15-20 m/s, and in some regions — up to 22-25 m/s. During the day, the air temperature will fluctuate from 0 to +5°C. In Tashkent, precipitation is not forecasted; however, icy conditions may also form on the roads. The wind will blow at a speed of 3-8 m/s, and the temperature will be around +2-4°C.
According to the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry of the Kyrgyz Republic, regular fairs will start in each region of the country, including Bishkek, where local farmers, producers, and artisans can sell their products. These events will be held until June 2026.
In response to Trump's words, UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer called them "offensive and outrageous," as reported by the BBC. In his video address from Downing Street, he recalled the 457 British servicemen who died in Afghanistan, noting that many of them suffered serious injuries that changed their lives. When asked if Trump should apologize, Starmer stated that he himself would "certainly apologize" if he made such a mistake. Prince Harry, who also served in
In the Issyk-Ata district, law enforcement officers are searching for Beishenbek Asyrankulov, born in 1951. According to the police, the man left his home located at: Kant city, Róza Lúxemburg street, house 22, on January 10 around 1:30 PM and has not returned.
According to the press service of the Ministry of Energy, electricity consumption in Kyrgyzstan reached over 19 billion kilowatt-hours in 2025. This was announced at a meeting dedicated to the results of the department's work. According to the provided data, the total consumption amounted to 19.3 billion kilowatt-hours. At the same time, electricity production totaled 15.4 billion kilowatt-hours, distributed as follows:
In Brooklyn, a federal court sentenced a 47-year-old citizen of Kyrgyzstan, known as S.Zh., to a prison term of 3.3 years for conspiracy to illegally export firearms manufactured in the United States. This information was provided by the U.S. Department of Justice. The proceedings were presided over by Judge Hector Gonzalez. The defendant was found guilty of illegally transporting firearms and ammunition from the U.S. to Russia via Kyrgyzstan, with a total value exceeding $1.5 million. It
Deputy Erulan Kokulov posted a video on social media showing violations of sanitary norms at the "Aurora" sanatorium, particularly in the food block and storage areas. In response, the press service of the sanatorium stated that work is currently underway for phased renovations. They noted that a major renovation has not been conducted since the institution's opening, and the ongoing work represents the first significant update in its entire operational period. Previous work had
The Cabinet of Ministers of Kyrgyzstan has decided to amend the resolution concerning the pilot project that involves transferring the management of the road connecting the capital with Manas International Airport to the Bishkek city administration. This document was signed on January 15, 2026. The main change is related to a new funding scheme for the maintenance of the road. Now, expenses will be covered from both local and republican budgets, whereas previously funding was only provided from
In the administration of U.S. President Donald Trump, the possibility of imposing a naval blockade on Cuba aimed at halting oil supplies is actively being discussed. This is reported by Meduza. As of now, no final decision has been made, and there is a division of opinions within the administration — there are both supporters and opponents of this initiative.