Athlete from Kyrgyzstan Denis Petrashov added another medal to his collection at the international swimming tournament taking place in the United States. The Pro Swim Series competitions are currently being held in Austin, Texas. Since January 16, participants have been competing in the 50-meter breaststroke.
The Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic has approved the composition of the organizing committee, which will be responsible for preparing events dedicated to the centenary of the birth of Chingiz Aitmatov. According to the document, the anniversary events will receive national status. The organizing committee is tasked with developing and approving a plan for the main events in honor of the outstanding writer, humanist, philosopher, and statesman, Hero of the Kyrgyz Republic, and
- During the meeting of the "Ala-Too" parliamentary group on January 16, 2026, member of the Jogorku Kenesh Talaybek Masabirov noted that since Kyrgyzstan's integration into the EAEU, one of the most pressing issues for the export of local products is the lack of necessary infrastructure and laboratory conditions. He emphasized that this concerns not only agricultural products but also the textile industry and other sectors of the economy.
The captain of the Kyrgyzstan futsal team, Shohrukh Makhamadaminov, once again scored a goal for "Torpedo" from Nizhny Novgorod in the Russian championship. The second match of the 14th round of the Russian Super League took place on January 16, where the team faced "Fakel-GTS".
Ukrainian power grid operator specialists are set to begin restoration work on the 330 kV power line that was damaged as a result of military actions on January 2. This will be the first step towards restoring power supply. Representatives of the IAEA have already flown out from Vienna and will monitor the repair process near the front line. Grossi also noted that this is already the fourth local ceasefire achieved between the parties. Against the backdrop of ongoing attacks on Ukraine's
In Addis Ababa, an important ceremony took place during which the Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary Ambassador of the Kyrgyz Republic to Ethiopia, Adylbek Tultemirov, presented his credentials to President Abiy Ahmed. This information was provided by the press service of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Kyrgyzstan. Photo by the press service of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs During the meeting, the ambassador conveyed warm greetings and best wishes from the President of Kyrgyzstan, Sadyr
During a meeting of the Security Council chaired by President Shavkat Mirziyoyev, the head of the State Security Service (SSS), Bakhodir Kurbonov, announced the establishment of this unit. The fortification of the borders is not limited to drones: almost half of the border length (42%) is already covered by surveillance systems, and over 1,100 kilometers of fiber optic communication lines have been laid. The border troops are currently almost fully equipped with armored vehicles and weapons,
The rise in real estate prices amid stable economic growth is driven not by emotions but by objective factors such as purchasing power and forecasts for future development. This phenomenon is observed in Bishkek, which is currently in a phase of active growth. In the context of rising interest rates, the focus shifts: it is not just about the act of purchasing, but about the ability to take the right position in the market, which helps avoid a decrease in investment efficiency due to the high
The Ministry of Architecture, Construction, and Housing and Communal Services has presented a project concerning the improvement of the roadway in the northern part of Kara-Balta. According to the press service, the project affects a section of Kozhomberdieva Street, which is located between Jaiyl Baatyr and Krylov Streets. As part of this project, it is planned to install new public transport stops, as well as to build pedestrian and bicycle paths. In addition, lighting poles will be
A traffic accident occurred in Bishkek, involving two buses. Information has been received from eyewitnesses present at the scene. According to preliminary data, the incident took place near a public transport stop. Currently, information about the victims and the circumstances leading to the accident is being clarified.
He is accused of not vacating his official residence after the end of his term Myrlan Samykozo, a former deputy of the Jogorku Kenesh, decided to comment on rumors circulating on social media that he has not vacated his official apartment. He made the corresponding statement on his Facebook page.
At the border with Russia, checks on carriers from Central Asia will be conducted by a representative of the customs service of Kyrgyzstan. This was announced by the chairman of the State Customs Service of the KR, Almaz Saliev, at a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh. Saliev noted that the officer will be included in the mobile group responsible for checking freight carriers. This decision was made in cooperation with the Russian customs authorities.
Kyrgyz fighter Altynbek Mamashov received a cash bonus for his victory at the mixed martial arts tournament held in Russia. On January 16, he competed at the ACA 199 tournament, which took place in Krasnodar.
Law enforcement officers have detained a suspect in a murder case after a man's body with signs of violent death was discovered in a new building in Bishkek. This was reported by the Interior Ministry of the Lenin District. According to preliminary information, a report about the incident was received on January 14, 2026, via the "102" service. The body was found in a field. An investigative team arrived at the scene and confirmed the presence of a dead man. The identity of the
The Investigative Journalism Fund has launched a competition for the VIII Ulanbek Egizbaev Prize, which will be awarded for the best investigative journalism in Kyrgyzstan in 2025. The main goal of this competition is to promote the development of investigative journalism, attract new authors to this field, and identify cases of corruption and violations of the law.
On January 3, when Maduro was under arrest in the U.S., Machado, a Nobel Peace Prize laureate, declared on X: “The hour of freedom has come.” But shortly after that, Trump stated that his administration would “govern the country until a safe and sensible transition of power is organized.” This statement led to a swift shift from joy to fear and uncertainty among Venezuelans, and even Trump’s meeting with Machado did not bring clarity. What are the next steps for Venezuelans towards freedom?
Throughout its history, the Olympic Games have tried to serve as a symbol of global truce; however, the facts tell a different story. Pierre de Coubertin, the founder of the modern Olympic Games, dreamed of complete independence of sports from political conflicts, but the International Olympic Committee (IOC) often found itself in the role of an arbitrator, imposing sanctions on entire countries. Over more than a century, a significant list of countries has been excluded from competitions for
The sanctions list of the United States against Iran has been expanded with new names, including the Secretary of the Supreme National Security Council Ali Larijani and several high-ranking representatives of the security forces. The U.S. Department of the Treasury announced these measures in response to the violent suppression of protests that began erupting in the country in late December 2025.
Restrictions for freight transport have been introduced at the Ala-Bel pass The Ministry of Transport and Communications reports the introduction of temporary restrictions on traffic on several roads. This decision was made due to a sharp deterioration in weather conditions, including heavy snowfall and the risk of avalanches.
Damira Naimanova, a 50-year-old resident of Osh, has been working as a junior staff member in the thantology department of the Osh regional bureau of forensic medical examinations for the past 12 years. In her profession, she faces human death every day, which makes her job extremely challenging. She shared this in an interview with a Turmush correspondent. Every day, Damira processes the bodies of people who died in traffic accidents, were murdered, or who died by suicide or under mysterious
As part of an initiative implemented by the Veterinary Service for the Development of Animal Husbandry, Pastures, and Feed under the Ministry of Agriculture of the Kyrgyz Republic, the "Unified System for Accounting and Registration of Breeding Farms and Artificial Insemination Points" has been launched. This project aims to simplify the process for farmers, allowing them to avoid bureaucratic red tape and create a more transparent market for high-yield livestock.
In 2025, 645,000 children were born in France, while the number of deaths reached 651,000, resulting in a natural decrease of 6,000. This decline has been observed for several years: in 2020, there was an increase of +66,300, and in 2024, +17,600. Experts emphasize that such a crossover of birth and death rates is a rare event. Apart from the two world wars, such instances have been recorded only three times: in 1907, 1911, and 1929, and they were brief occurrences. Sylvie Le Minez, head of
The Kremlin responded positively to messages from France, Germany, and Italy regarding their intention to enter into direct negotiations with Russia. The press secretary of the President of Russia, Dmitry Peskov, noted that the statements from several European leaders about the need for dialogue with Russia to ensure stability in Europe represent a significant step forward and reflect positive changes in European politics. Photo from the archive. Press Secretary of the President of the Russian
According to the publication "Fortanga," Adam Kadyrov was transported from Grozny to Moscow after an accident involving his convoy. On the evening of January 16, the departure of an An-148-100EM aircraft from the Russian Ministry of Emergency Situations was recorded, which is designed to provide medical assistance on board and has six spaces for lying patients. Also that evening, Ramzan Kadyrov's personal Airbus took off towards Moscow, leaving Grozny shortly before midnight.