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The Ministry of Natural Resources of the Kyrgyz Republic checked the impact of the waste processing plant on the atmosphere

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.

19.01.2026, 18:14
IOM requested $2.5 billion for responding to global crises
Society

IOM requested $2.5 billion for responding to global crises

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

19.01.2026, 18:12
In Kyrgyzstan, more than 40% of the population regularly engages in sports.
Society

In Kyrgyzstan, more than 40% of the population regularly engages in sports.

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.

19.01.2026, 18:12
In Kyrgyzstan, a unified information system has been developed for the transparency of water resource use.
Society / Exclusive

In Kyrgyzstan, a unified information system has been developed for the transparency of water resource use.

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

19.01.2026, 18:11
Dastan Bekeshev proposes to reform the alimony system and make debtors accountable to the state.
Society

Dastan Bekeshev proposes to reform the alimony system and make debtors accountable to the state.

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.

19.01.2026, 18:11
Society

Subcategories B1 and C1 are not automatically assigned in new licenses

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."

19.01.2026, 18:08
In Kyrgyzstan, fines for violations in the halal product sector are being proposed.
Economy

In Kyrgyzstan, fines for violations in the halal product sector are being proposed.

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.

19.01.2026, 18:04
Society

In Osh, illegal constructions near schools must be demolished by March 1.

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.

19.01.2026, 18:03
Sports

In Bishkek, plans for the reconstruction of the Sports Palace — the city hall has been tasked with finding funding

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

19.01.2026, 18:03
In Kyrgyzstan, there are over five thousand job openings
Economy

In Kyrgyzstan, there are over five thousand job openings

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.

19.01.2026, 18:03
The U.S. has completed the withdrawal of troops from Iraq
World

The U.S. has completed the withdrawal of troops from Iraq

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

19.01.2026, 17:58
In Kyrgyzstan, the import of more than 15,000 liters of kumys from Russia was not permitted.
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In Kyrgyzstan, the import of more than 15,000 liters of kumys from Russia was not permitted.

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.

19.01.2026, 17:55
Politics

Vladimir Putin has been invited to join the "Peace Council" regarding the situation in Gaza

The press secretary of the President of Russia, Dmitry Peskov, reported that Vladimir Putin has received an official invitation to join the "Council of Peace," which deals with issues related to the Gaza sector. Currently, the Kremlin is considering this proposal and is counting on further discussions with the American side to clarify the details, as RBC reports. The "Council of Peace" was established just two days ago at the initiative of Donald Trump. Its members include

19.01.2026, 17:52
Society

Seniors May Get a Discount on Fishing License Fees

At a meeting of the committee of the Jogorku Kenesh on finance, budget, entrepreneurship, and competition development, deputy Dastan Bekeshev voiced the complaints of citizens of Kyrgyzstan regarding the significant cost of a fishing license. According to him, Kyrgyz citizens are currently forced to pay over 600 soms for the opportunity to catch three kilograms of fish.

19.01.2026, 17:46
Society

Moscow Launches Driverless Metro. Currently in Test Mode

In the Moscow metro, tests of a driverless train have begun, which will initially take place without passengers. Inside the train, there will be a driver responsible for monitoring the operation of all systems and ensuring safety along the route. It is expected that the first passenger trips on driverless trains will start in 2027, and by 2030, the first line of a fully driverless metro is planned to be opened.

19.01.2026, 17:45
Society

The Ministry of Economic Development revoked the license of the company whose products contained pork.

At the meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh held on January 19, Akhmatov announced the revocation of the license of the company "Rikha." He noted that there are many producers of halal products in the republic, but residents cannot always be sure of their authenticity. In his opinion, it is necessary to ensure transparency in the supply chain of goods — from production to sale. “There has already been a case where pork was found in products labeled as halal. The company 'Rikha' did

19.01.2026, 17:44
Society

In Kyrgyzstan, non-payers of alimony will start being imprisoned

In Kyrgyzstan, authorities intend to take measures against parents who evade financial support for their minor children. This became known during a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh committee, where Deputy Attorney General Umutkan Konkubaeva presented new amendments to the legislation. The bill clarifies both the rights and responsibilities of private bailiffs, as well as their accountability and procedures. An important aspect of the document is the regulation of issues related to the

19.01.2026, 17:42
There are no deceased or injured Kyrgyz citizens in the train accident in Spain - Ministry of Foreign Affairs
Incidents

There are no deceased or injured Kyrgyz citizens in the train accident in Spain - Ministry of Foreign Affairs

Photo from the internet. Train crash in Spain According to preliminary data, no citizens of the Kyrgyz Republic were injured or killed as a result of the train accident in Spain. This was reported by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Kyrgyzstan, citing information from the relevant authorities in Spain. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs emphasized that the Kyrgyz embassy had not received any requests for assistance from its citizens regarding the incident.

19.01.2026, 17:39
Incidents

The police found an 18-year-old girl who went missing a month ago in the city of Manas.

After a month of searching, the police found 18-year-old Khasiyatkhan Abdullaeva. According to the press service of the Internal Affairs Department of the Jalal-Abad region, Khasiyatkhan, born in 2008, left her home on December 16, 2025, around 11:00 AM and did not return. Her whereabouts were established on January 17, 2026, in Bishkek, after which the girl was handed over to her relatives.

19.01.2026, 17:36
Details of the Louvre Robbery Have Emerged
World / Exclusive

Details of the Louvre Robbery Have Emerged

According to information provided by the French television channel France 2, surveillance footage shows that the Louvre guards witnessed the robbery but did not attempt to stop the criminals. The recordings show several staff members in black running out of the hall after one of the robbers entered the museum through a window. Soon, a second criminal joined him, wearing a motorcycle helmet and armed with an angle grinder. The criminals immediately headed for the display cases with jewelry,

19.01.2026, 17:36
Ecology

The Ministry of Natural Resources collected samples of industrial emissions from a waste processing plant at a landfill

On January 19, specialists from the Department of Environmental Monitoring of the Ministry of Nature conducted sampling of industrial emissions at the waste processing plant located at the Bishkek city sanitary landfill. The press service of the Ministry of Nature reported that these studies are aimed at assessing the impact of the enterprise on the environmental situation in the region. During the monitoring, laboratory analyses will be conducted on a number of indicators, including nitrogen

19.01.2026, 17:34