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"41 Degrees of Frost": Inspectors Assisted Drivers at the Töö-Ashuu Pass Last Night

On the Bishkek-Osh highway, which runs through the Suusamyr Valley in the Jayil District of the Chui Region, road inspectors are providing support to drivers. Due to the severe cold, some vehicles have stopped and are unable to continue moving, while others have had tire blowouts. According to information provided by the press service of the Traffic Safety Department of the Main Internal Affairs Directorate of the Chui Region, the temperature in the section of the road between kilometers 131

17.01.2026, 12:19
Society

A number of police officers received punishments, while others received awards. Results of the Bishkek City Police Department meeting.

On January 16, a meeting was held at the Main Department of Internal Affairs of Bishkek, where the results of operational and service activities for the year 2025 were summarized. This was reported by the press service of the capital's police on January 17. The event was attended by Deputy Minister of Internal Affairs Oktay Urmambetov, Chief of the Main Department of Internal Affairs of the capital Azamat Toktonaliev, as well as leaders of various departments and veterans of the internal

17.01.2026, 12:11
In April 2026, a Regional Environmental Summit will be held in Astana with the support of the UN.
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In April 2026, a Regional Environmental Summit will be held in Astana with the support of the UN.

The initiative to hold the summit was announced by Kassym-Jomart Tokayev at the 78th session of the UN General Assembly in 2023 From April 22 to 24, 2026, a Regional Environmental Summit will take place in Astana, gathering around 1,500 participants. Among the delegates will be representatives from the governments of the region's countries, international organizations, the expert community, business, and civil society. This information was published by The Astana Times, referencing the

17.01.2026, 12:11
EU aviation regulator urges to avoid flights over Iran
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EU aviation regulator urges to avoid flights over Iran

EASA emphasized in its warning the "high risk for civil air flights" operating over Iran. The regulator specified that the current situation and the possibility of military actions by the US have led to increased combat readiness of Iranian air defense forces. The agency highlighted that there is a risk of misidentification of aerial objects in Iranian airspace. Additionally, the presence of various weapons and air defense systems, as well as the unpredictable reactions from the

17.01.2026, 12:09
Currency exchange rates for the weekend
Economy / Exclusive

Currency exchange rates for the weekend

The National Bank of Kyrgyzstan has presented new official currency rates, valid as of January 17. According to the information provided by the regulator, the current values are: US dollar (USD) — 87.45 soms, euro (EUR) — 101.52 soms, Russian ruble (RUB) — 1.11 soms, Kazakh tenge (KZT) — 0.17 soms, Chinese yuan (CNY) — 12.54 soms. In commercial banks, the US dollar is purchased on average for 87.30 soms and sold at a price of 87.81 soms. As for the Russian ruble, it is bought on average for

17.01.2026, 12:09
Incidents

In Osh Region, a wanted person was detained

According to information provided by the press service of the Internal Affairs Directorate, on January 14, 2026, during operational search activities conducted by the employees of the Aravan District Internal Affairs Department, a citizen identified as A. Zh., born in 2004, was detained. He was immediately placed in a temporary detention facility. The Internal Affairs Directorate of the Osh region noted that efforts to identify and apprehend wanted individuals are ongoing.

17.01.2026, 12:08
Politics

The Cabinet redistributed the staff of the Ministry of Health and updated the rules for wage payment

The Cabinet of Ministers has redistributed staff positions in the Ministry of Health and updated the rules regarding remuneration for employees who are not civil servants. In accordance with the new decisions, the staff positions of various structures have been clarified, including the central office of the Ministry of Health, the Department of Sanitary and Epidemiological Surveillance, the Center for Health Development and Medical Technologies, and the Mandatory Health Insurance Fund. These

17.01.2026, 12:04
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Deputy - Ministry of Economic Development: What measures are being taken to bring sewing enterprises out of the shadows?

- During the meeting held on January 16, 2026, Deputy of the Jogorku Kenesh Bolotbek Borbiev emphasized the importance of exports for domestic producers during the discussion within the "Ala-Too" group. He recalled that the idea of creating a logistics center was proposed back in 2023; however, according to him, this issue has not been resolved to this day.

17.01.2026, 12:03
World

Trump threatened tariffs on countries that do not support the US plan for Greenland

On Friday, January 16, during a roundtable on healthcare issues in rural areas, Trump announced his intention to impose tariffs on countries that do not approve his plan for Greenland. NBC News reports that the U.S. president believes the island is necessary for national security. The president clarified: "I can impose tariffs against countries if they do not support the plan for Greenland," but did not disclose which specific countries might be subject to these tariffs and what rates

17.01.2026, 11:59
Society

Issyk-Kul to be cleaned with special equipment: the government approved a new regulation

The government has made a decision to implement a new procedure for deep cleaning the beach areas and underwater sections of Lake Issyk-Kul from household waste using special equipment. This resolution was adopted in accordance with the president's decree regarding urgent measures for the protection of the ecology of Issyk-Kul, as well as taking into account the law on sustainable ecological and economic development of the region.

17.01.2026, 11:42
The authorities of Kyrgyzstan propose to introduce strict restrictions on weddings and funerals.
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The authorities of Kyrgyzstan propose to introduce strict restrictions on weddings and funerals.

The draft resolution aims to establish order in the organization of family events and memorials, taking into account current economic conditions, preserving moral values, and forming a unified approach to conducting national traditions in modern circumstances. The main goal of this project is to regulate family celebrations related to the commemoration of the deceased, reduce the financial burden on citizens, and prevent social inequality and excessive competition, as reported by the Cabinet

17.01.2026, 11:33
Economy

Illegal fishing gear seized at Issyk-Kul

- On January 16, 2026, in the waters of Lake Issyk-Kul, employees of the Issyk-Kul Regional Department of the Environmental and Technical Supervision Service, acting as part of a raid, discovered and confiscated prohibited fishing gear. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Agriculture. During the inspection, an old synthetic net of Chinese manufacture, 400 meters long, was found, which was being used illegally. This net could cause significant harm to the ecosystem and fish

17.01.2026, 11:29
Main Series of Next Week: From Major Grom to a Thriller with Sophie Turner
Society

Main Series of Next Week: From Major Grom to a Thriller with Sophie Turner

Scene from the series "The Heist" From January 19 to 25, viewers can expect many interesting premieres. The popular St. Petersburg police officer returns in the action movie "Major Grom: Playing by the Rules." In the crime thriller "The Heist," viewers will see Sophie Turner, while Patrick Dempsey plays a hitman suffering from memory loss. The sci-fi drama "Beauty" raises questions about perfection, while new episodes of popular shows "Drops of

17.01.2026, 11:29
Kyrgyzstan: Personnel Changes from January 12 to 16
Politics

Kyrgyzstan: Personnel Changes from January 12 to 16

Over the course of the week, several significant personnel changes occurred in Kyrgyzstan. Changes in the Ministry of Health. Cholpon Shamsutdin has been appointed as the director of the state sanitary and epidemiological supervision department.

17.01.2026, 11:26
In Brazil, a bodybuilder with the largest biceps in the world has died
World / Exclusive

In Brazil, a bodybuilder with the largest biceps in the world has died

Unfortunately, de Souza was hospitalized on Christmas due to kidney failure, and he passed away on January 13. “His lungs began to fill with fluid, and his heart stopped, and he didn’t even make it to dialysis. Although the death certificate has not yet been issued, I suspect the cause was multiple organ failure,” said Arlindo's niece.

17.01.2026, 11:11
Incidents

In the village of Tash-Dobo, a man's body was found. A case has been initiated under the article "Murder."

According to information received by the Internal Affairs Department of the Alamudun District, on January 15, 2026, at 14:43 local time, the body of a 52-year-old man was found in the village of Tash-Dobo. According to the police, the deceased has been identified as Sh. A., born in 1973. An investigative operational group was dispatched to the scene. The preliminary investigation revealed that the day before, on January 14, around 19:00, Sh. A. was at his home in the company of citizen P. S.,

17.01.2026, 11:02
World

Zelensky announced a trip to the USA for negotiations with the Trump administration

According to information provided by DW, Zelensky made this statement on Friday, January 16, during a press conference with Czech President Petr Pavel. Citing "European Truth," the publication noted that important meetings are expected in the coming days. The President of Ukraine expressed hope that the results of the negotiations would help clarify the situation regarding both the documents prepared with the American side and Russia's reaction to the current diplomatic efforts.

17.01.2026, 11:00
Bishkek is being cleared of snow: municipal services are working around the clock
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Bishkek is being cleared of snow: municipal services are working around the clock

During the inspection, the mayor emphasized the importance of coordinated work among all services to ensure effective snow removal in the city. "All services must operate without interruptions," said Junushaliev. The municipal enterprise "Tazalyk" is actively working in an intensified mode. Since early morning, specialized equipment has been deployed on the streets of Bishkek, and the enterprise's employees are working around the clock. For snow removal and the

17.01.2026, 10:59
At the Kyrgyzstan border, the import of 22 tons of feed salt from Uzbekistan was intercepted
Economy

At the Kyrgyzstan border, the import of 22 tons of feed salt from Uzbekistan was intercepted

Inspectors at the Kyrgyz-Uzbek border at the "Dostuk" checkpoint stopped a large shipment of feed salt weighing 22 tons that was coming from Uzbekistan. The inspection revealed that the cargo did not meet safety standards. Specialists identified serious violations of veterinary and sanitary requirements established by the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU). The main reason for the detention was deficiencies in the veterinary accompanying documents, which did not allow for the

17.01.2026, 10:59
American Fund Attempts to Collect Tsarist Era Debts from Russia
Economy

American Fund Attempts to Collect Tsarist Era Debts from Russia

An investment fund from the USA, known as Noble Capital, has filed a lawsuit against the Russian Federation demanding a colossal sum of $225.8 billion. According to the plaintiffs, modern Russia, being the successor of the Russian Empire, should pay off debts on bonds that were issued more than a hundred years ago for American investors.

17.01.2026, 10:59
Society

Simplified Rules for Passport Issuance and Citizen Registration

The Cabinet of Ministers has decided to amend a number of its resolutions concerning the documentation and registration of citizens. This measure aims to improve the accessibility and convenience of public services as part of the digital transformation. Changes pertain to Resolution No. 167 dated April 12, 2024, which regulates the process of issuing ID cards and passports for citizens. In particular, the concept of a Unified Information System for Notaries has been added to the regulatory

17.01.2026, 10:51