The youth hockey team of Kyrgyzstan continues to impress at the World Championship (U-20), securing their second consecutive victory. These days, a tournament among teams of the third division (Group B) is taking place in Bishkek.
According to information provided by the Ministry of Construction, Architecture, and Housing and Communal Services, inspections were initiated on January 18 at the direction of Minister Nurdana Oruntaeva. Inspectors from the Osh Regional Department of State Architectural and Construction Control participated in these activities. During a raid conducted in the village of Kashkar-Kyshtak, it was revealed that there were violations of the norms for the storage and use of construction materials at
In Uzbekistan and Kazakhstan, the implementation of new mechanisms for managing transboundary water resources in Central Asia has begun, as reported by Podrobno.uz. During meetings of the water management ministers held in Turkestan, both countries confirmed their readiness to create a transparent and automated system for distributing water resources, which is critical for the agricultural and energy sectors of the region. One of the key stages will be the complete automation of water flow
According to information from Variety, the animated film "Zootopia 2" has become the leader in box office earnings among all Disney animated films. Its total revenue has reached $1.46 billion. This figure surpasses the earnings of the previous record holder, "Frozen 2," which earned $1.45 billion.
The National Agency for Religious Affairs and Interethnic Relations has been headed by Talantbek Tashibekov. The press service of the president reported that the appointment order was signed by Sadyr Japarov. According to information from open sources, Talantbek Tashibekov has held the position of head of the LLC "Umra Tour" since 2015.
On January 20, the cold water supply will be turned off in the southern part of Bishkek from 09:00 to 02:00. This announcement was made by the press service of the city hall on January 16. Areas of disconnection:
The repeat voting has been scheduled due to the annulment of the results of the previous elections because of violations related to bribery and pressure on voters. Citizens wishing to nominate their candidacies for the repeat elections of deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh in single-member district No. 13 can submit their applications to the Central Commission for Elections and Referendums. The voting date is set for March 1, 2026.
The incident occurred on the street In Bishkek, there was a case where a passerby defended a woman from her husband's attack and as a result received a stab wound. This was reported by the Internal Affairs Department of the Lenin District.
Nurdin Oruntaev, the Minister of Construction, held a meeting with employees of the State Architectural and Construction Control Department and its regional branches. According to the press service, the meeting discussed the results of inspections conducted on January 17-18.
- According to data from the National Statistical Committee, in the 11 months of 2025, the import of cattle from Russia increased by 41%. From January to November, Kyrgyzstan acquired 20,000 head of cattle, amounting to 6 million dollars. This is a 41% increase in quantity compared to the same period in 2024, when 14,200 head were imported for a total of 4 million dollars.
President Sadyr Japarov explained the necessity of updating driver's licenses in an interview with the National Information Agency "Kabar" and shared information about the fight against counterfeiting and the challenges associated with the digital platform "Tunduk." Currently, free replacement of old driver's licenses is being carried out in Kyrgyzstan. All indefinite licenses can be exchanged at no cost until February 15.
In an interview with the Kabar agency, President Sadyr Japarov revealed the reasons for the relevance of replacing driver's licenses, as well as measures against counterfeiting and issues related to the digital platform "Tündük". According to the president, the issue of driver's licenses has not been raised for almost three decades.
People representing Generation Z are demanding changes in the political system. Some of them use symbols from Japanese anime, where heroes fight against corrupt and repressive regimes. While more developed regions of the world discuss issues related to an aging population and their impact on the economy, such as the labor market and pension systems, other countries, predominantly in Africa, are facing a growing number of young people seeking better economic opportunities and political freedoms.
The hearing at the Pervomaisky District Court of Bishkek is scheduled for January 20 at 11:30. The man, who previously filed a complaint with the police against his ex-wife for a slap, now claims that he is experiencing "psychological pressure" and "disrespectful treatment" from her side. This information was disclosed by lawyer Nurbek Toktakunov in a post on January 18. According to Toktakunov, this is the same man after whose complaint the Sverdlovsk District Court imposed
At the meeting, the results of the raids conducted on January 17 and 18 were summarized, as indicated by the Ministry of Construction of Kyrgyzstan. During these events, a thorough analysis of the inspectors' work was carried out, and two of them were dismissed from their positions.
According to information from the Lenin District Internal Affairs Department, the incident occurred on January 17 at around 07:05, when the duty station received a report from the hospital that 30-year-old A. K. had been admitted with stab wounds. The arriving investigative team confirmed that the victim had cuts on his left shoulder.
The discussion about the replacement of indefinite driver's licenses has recently sparked a variety of opinions in society. Citizens are questioning the necessity of exchanging old licenses and the timelines for this procedure. In an interview with the publication "Kabar," the president explained the reasons for this initiative and shared information about issues with counterfeiting and failures in the operation of the digital platform "Tunduk." The head of state
In Kyrgyzstan, over 8,000 road traffic accidents were recorded in 2025. The press service of the Main Department for Ensuring Road Safety of the Ministry of Internal Affairs reported this on January 19, summarizing the operational and service activities of the past year. The main factors contributing to accidents include speeding, improper maneuvering, crossing into oncoming traffic while overtaking, driving under the influence of alcohol, as well as violations of rules at intersections and
This amount should cover the needs for food, housing, clothing, and medical services According to data from the National Statistical Committee, the subsistence minimum in Kyrgyzstan has risen to 8,697.32 soms.
According to data from the Ministry of Economy, there is an increase in consumer lending and a decrease in the level of overdue loans. As of June 30, 2025, the total volume of loans issued by banks in Kyrgyzstan amounted to 416 billion 900 million soms, with the largest increase observed in the consumer loan sector — a growth of 37.9 percent.
Minister Nurdin Oruntaev held a meeting with representatives of the State Architectural and Construction Control Department and its territorial subdivisions, where the results of inspections conducted on January 17 and 18 were discussed. Inspectors were analyzed during these checks. As a result of this analysis, two inspectors were dismissed for ineffective performance of their duties.
- The import of frozen beef from India to Kyrgyzstan increased 11 times in 2025, according to data from the National Statistical Committee. According to the agency's information, from January to November 2025, Kyrgyzstan imported 767 tons of frozen beef from India worth 1.6 million dollars. In comparison, during the same period in 2024, the import volume was only 66 tons worth 139 thousand dollars, highlighting significant growth.
The rate has been reduced to 0.1 percent According to information from the State Tax Service, the unified tax rate for individuals and organizations conducting activities outside of Kyrgyzstan has been reduced from 1 percent to 0.1 percent.
Brief conversations with trained chatbots can be significantly more persuasive than traditional television campaigns. Authors of the study: Steven Lee Myers and Teddy Rosenbluth.