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Ecology

Snow in most of Kyrgyzstan — weather forecast for January 16

According to the information from Kyrgyzhydromet, on the night of January 16, snow will be observed in a significant part of the Talas region, as well as in some areas of the Chui, Jalal-Abad, Batken, Issyk-Kul, and Naryn regions. At the same time, no precipitation is forecasted for the Osh region. During the day, snow and rain are expected in most of the Chui, Talas, Jalal-Abad, and Batken regions, as well as in some areas of the Osh, Issyk-Kul, and Naryn regions, while only snow will fall in

15.01.2026, 14:44
Tashiev met with the employees of the GKNB who took 1st place in the international futsal tournament
Sports / Exclusive

Tashiev met with the employees of the GKNB who took 1st place in the international futsal tournament

Today, January 10, the international futsal tournament "Nariste-2026" concluded in Bishkek, during which the team of the State Committee for National Security (SCNS) of Kyrgyzstan took first place. Congratulations to the staff who achieved this success were expressed by the Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers and Chairman of the SCNS Kamchybek Tashiev, who noted the significance of the team's achievement. The tournament, held from January 3 to 10, featured teams from

15.01.2026, 14:44
Kamchybek Tashiev met with employees of the State Committee for National Security - winners of the international tournament
Sports

Kamchybek Tashiev met with employees of the State Committee for National Security - winners of the international tournament

Kamchybek Tashiev, head of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB), met with representatives of his service who became champions of the international futsal tournament "Narisete-2026". According to the GKNB press service, the competition took place in Bishkek from January 3 to 10. Teams from many countries participated in the tournament, including representatives of state law enforcement agencies, amateur teams, and football veterans over 35 years old.

15.01.2026, 14:43
The Government of Mongolia will update the National E-Services Registry next month
World

The Government of Mongolia will update the National E-Services Registry next month

By next month, a detailed list of government electronic services, grouped by categories, is planned to be compiled. Currently, the Registry, managed by the Department for Regulation of Government Electronic Services, includes 785 different services provided by 56 government agencies. The process of digitizing services required updating the registry, which is related to several factors, such as digitized services that are not included in the current list, as well as services that are planned

15.01.2026, 14:43
Politics

The Foreign Minister reported how many Kyrgyz citizens are in the register of controlled persons in Russia.

According to information provided by the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Kyrgyzstan, Jeenbek Kulubaev, at a press conference on January 15, there are 34,786 citizens of the country listed in the registry of controlled persons in Russia. In November of last year, this number exceeded 128,000. The minister noted that a significant portion of migrants from Kyrgyzstan has already checked their data in the registry and managed to legalize their legal status, taking advantage of the additional time

15.01.2026, 14:42
Kyrgyzstan Expands Parliamentary Ties with Key Partners
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Kyrgyzstan Expands Parliamentary Ties with Key Partners

In 2025, the Chairman of the Jogorku Kenesh, Nurlanbek Turgunbek uulu, held eight meetings, as reported by the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Kyrgyzstan, Jeenbek Kulubaev, at a press conference summarizing the year. Of these meetings, two were official, and six were working. In connection with the upcoming early parliamentary elections, five meetings were postponed to 2026. Nevertheless, parliamentary diplomacy continued to develop, and over 40 visits by parliamentarians took place in

15.01.2026, 14:34
The organizers of the WIC explained the reason for the reduction of weight categories at the Games
Sports / Exclusive

The organizers of the WIC explained the reason for the reduction of weight categories at the Games

At the VI World Nomad Games, a decision was made to reduce the number of weight categories. This change was explained by Nursultan Adenov, the head of the International Secretariat of the World Nomad Games, at a press conference at the "Kabar" agency. Adenov noted that this decision was the result of an analysis of previous competitions. According to him, too many weight categories complicate the organization of tournaments and may reduce viewer interest. "When competitions in

15.01.2026, 14:34
Iran has reopened its airspace after a temporary closure
World

Iran has reopened its airspace after a temporary closure

The flight tracking service Flightradar24 reports that flight restrictions were lifted at 3:00 AM GMT. Among the first airlines to resume flights were the Iranian carriers Mahan Air, Yazd Airways, and AVA Airlines. The closure of airspace occurred after reports that U.S. President Donald Trump is considering possible retaliatory actions amid the largest anti-government protests in Iran in recent years.

15.01.2026, 14:33
In Osh, the trade fair "Agro Caravan - 2026" is taking place.
Society / Exclusive

In Osh, the trade fair "Agro Caravan - 2026" is taking place.

The trade fair "Agro Caravan -2026" has started in Osh, as reported by the Ministry of Agriculture of the Kyrgyz Republic. The event has gathered farmers and representatives of the agro-industrial complex of the region. Visitors can familiarize themselves with organic agricultural products, as well as fruits and vegetables stored in logistics centers. Within the framework of the fair, presentations dedicated to modern technologies and innovations in the agricultural sector have been

15.01.2026, 14:33
Society

The Bashkir Epic "Ural-Batyr" Published for the First Time in Kyrgyz Language

The Bashkir epic "Ural-Batyr" has been published in the Kyrgyz language for the first time, with the support of the Bashkir State Pedagogical University named after M. Akmulla and the "Kitap" publishing house. This was reported by the publishing house itself. The translation of the epic was carried out by Ibrahim Abduvaliev, a professor at the Jalal-Abad State University named after B. Osmonov.

15.01.2026, 14:32
Economy

Kyrgyzstan Attracts Investments in Sustainable Development and Energy, - NAIE

Kyrgyzstan is actively working on attracting investments in the areas of sustainable development and energy. This was announced on January 13 during a radio broadcast by Zhalyn Zheenaliev, Deputy Director of the National Investment Agency under the President. According to statistics, the main sectors receiving investments remain the mining and processing industries. However, according to Zheenaliev, the greatest achievements are observed in the logistics and energy sectors.

15.01.2026, 14:32
Politics

Queues and system failures: the deadlines for replacing driver's licenses may be extended

At the State Center for Vehicle Registration and Driver Licensing, a meeting was held with Kanaybek Tumanbaev, the head of the presidential administration, who explained the procedure for exchanging indefinite driver's licenses. According to him, problems with queues in institutions arose due to a lack of information about the requirements regarding the medical certificate form 083 and the functioning of the "Tunduk" system. Tumanbaev clarified that a form 083 certificate is not

15.01.2026, 14:28
Political stability has become the key to investment growth in Kyrgyzstan – Eduard Kubatov
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Political stability has become the key to investment growth in Kyrgyzstan – Eduard Kubatov

— The most important aspects influencing the perception of Kyrgyzstan by the international community are trust and respect. First of all, the world has noticed that the presidential system of governance, as well as the approaches and methods employed by President Sadyr Japarov, have proven to be effective and trustworthy among citizens. Trust primarily concerns the political system and management approaches. Respect, on the other hand, is based on the impressive economic successes of the

15.01.2026, 14:26
Prices for gold, silver, copper, and tin have reached historical highs
Economy

Prices for gold, silver, copper, and tin have reached historical highs

Photo from the internet. Historical price records for gold, silver, copper, and tin The recent rise in prices for gold, silver, copper, and tin has led to new historical highs, which is linked to the worsening global situation. This is reported by the Financial Times. According to the publication, investors are concerned about the potential military intervention of the U.S. in Iran and issues regarding the independence of the Federal Reserve System, which has fueled the rise in quotations.

15.01.2026, 14:23
The Ombudsman reported gross violations at the temporary detention center for foreigners
Incidents

The Ombudsman reported gross violations at the temporary detention center for foreigners

Jamila Dzhamanbaeva, the ombudsman, reported serious violations of the rights of foreign citizens held at the Temporary Detention Center for Foreigners and Stateless Persons in Chui Region. This center is located on the territory of the former military base "Gansi." The information was provided by the press service of the ombudsman. According to her statements, staff from the ombudsman’s office encountered refusals to access the center's territory twice, which is considered a

15.01.2026, 14:21
Incidents

In Balykchy, rescuers opened a jammed apartment door

In the Issyk-Kul region, in the city of Balykchy, rescue service employees successfully opened the jammed door of an apartment located in a multi-story building on T. Okeeva Street. This information was provided by the press service of the Ministry of Emergency Situations.

15.01.2026, 14:19
Politics

Proposing to Ban Alcohol Sales After 8 PM in Kazakhstan

In Kazakhstan, deputies are proposing a ban on the sale of alcoholic beverages after 8:00 PM. This initiative was put forward by Majilis deputy Magerram Magerramov. He emphasized that there is a need in the country to strengthen control over the circulation of alcoholic drinks, as alcohol often becomes the cause of various offenses.

15.01.2026, 14:19
SCO Under the Leadership of Kyrgyzstan: Strategic Priorities for 2026
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SCO Under the Leadership of Kyrgyzstan: Strategic Priorities for 2026

Starting from September 1, 2025, Kyrgyzstan began its fourth chairmanship in the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO), using the motto "25 years of SCO – a place for peace and prosperity." This slogan emphasizes the country's commitment to strengthening peace, sustainable development, and economic cooperation. Key events during the chairmanship will include the SCO summit in Bishkek and the development of cultural and humanitarian ties among the member states. At a press

15.01.2026, 14:19
Society

At the VI World Nomad Games, more than 3,000 participants from over 100 countries will be attracted

From August 31 to September 6, the VI World Nomad Games will take place in Kyrgyzstan, with the participation of over 3,000 athletes from more than 100 countries expected. This information was announced by the director of the State Agency for Physical Culture and Sports, Kazybek Moldazhiyev, at a press conference. Moldazhiyev also provided data on the number of countries and participants in previous Nomad Games. According to him, in 2014, 19 countries participated in the first Games, in 2016 —

15.01.2026, 14:17
Ethnofestival, Sports, and Culture. The Nomad Games Expand Geography and Plans
Society

Ethnofestival, Sports, and Culture. The Nomad Games Expand Geography and Plans

Photo 24.kg. World Nomad Games. Archive photo The VI World Nomad Games promise to be not only a significant sporting event but also a platform for an international cultural program. Participants can expect not only competitions but also a variety of ethnic events. Interest in these Games from other countries is steadily increasing: many states and ethnic groups are approaching the organizers with proposals to add new disciplines and participants. This was announced at a press conference in

15.01.2026, 14:16