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Crematoriums for the disposal of biological waste purchased at Issyk-Kul
Society

Crematoriums for the disposal of biological waste purchased at Issyk-Kul

In the Issyk-Kul region, specifically for the districts of Ton, Jeti-Oguz, and Tyup, as well as for the cities of Karakol and Balykchy, crematoriums have been purchased for the safe disposal of biological waste. The purchase was made using funds from the Regional Development Fund. Photo from the internet A total of six crematoriums were bought, and the entire project cost 10 million 815 thousand soms. The crematoriums are intended for the cremation of animals and biomaterials, which is an

17.01.2026, 19:45
Society

Historic Agreement on Ocean Protection Will Come into Force on January 17

On January 17, 2026, an important international document will come into force — the Agreement on the Conservation and Sustainable Use of Marine Biological Diversity in Areas Beyond National Jurisdiction. The UN News Service recently reported this. The document was adopted in June 2023 and has already been signed by 145 countries, of which 81 have completed the ratification process.

17.01.2026, 19:37
Incidents

In Bishkek, illegal trafficking of potent drugs was intercepted

Operational staff of the Drug Control Service (DCS) of the Main Department of Internal Affairs of Bishkek discovered that a certain woman, conditionally named N., is engaged in the illegal sale of potent drugs in the Oktobrskiy district. As a result of the operational information received, the investigative department of the Internal Affairs Directorate of the Oktobrskiy district initiated a criminal case under Article 282 of the Criminal Code of the Kyrgyz Republic, concerning "Illegal

17.01.2026, 19:29
Again indecent photos. The mother of one of Elon Musk's children has sued xAI.
Incidents

Again indecent photos. The mother of one of Elon Musk's children has sued xAI.

Ashley St. Clair, the mother of one of Elon Musk's children, has initiated a lawsuit against the company xAI. The lawsuit was prompted by photographs created using the chatbot Grok, which, according to St. Clair, depict her as a child in revealing bikinis or in explicit poses of an adult woman, as reported by NBC. In the lawsuit, the woman demands compensation for moral damages from xAI and the removal of the disputed images, as well as the imposition of a fine on the company. In

17.01.2026, 19:20
Politics

Dzholdoshova Again Accuses the Head of the CEC, Shainazarov Suggests Consulting a Psychiatrist

Zhyldyzkan Joldoshova, a former deputy of the Jogorku Kenesh, wrote an open letter to President Sadyr Japarov and the head of the State National Security Committee (GKNB) Kamchybek Tashiev, accusing the chairman of the Central Election Commission (CEC) Tynchtyk Shainazarov of involvement in drug trafficking. She claims that Shainazarov was previously detained with 20 kilograms of drugs and recalled the notorious fight between deputies in 2011, which involved both the current president and the

17.01.2026, 19:19
Society

A resident of Ak-Tala, herding sheep, chased a wolf on horseback and shot it.

Muradbek Esenkhanov, a resident of the village of Terek in the Ak-Tal district of the Naryn region, successfully shot a large wolf on January 16 that was threatening his sheep. Esenkhanov was at the Tuyuk-Koo pasture when he noticed the wolf sneaking up on his herd. Without hesitation, he jumped on his horse and chased after the predator, ultimately managing to shoot it.

17.01.2026, 19:05
Incidents

As a result of the collision between two buses, one passenger was injured.

In Bishkek, at the intersection of Baytik Baatyr and Mederov streets, a collision occurred between two buses, resulting in injuries to one of the passengers. This was reported by representatives of the municipal enterprise "Bishkek City Transport." According to the information, the driver of the bus on route No. 103, traveling north on Baytik Baatyr street, failed to maintain a safe distance and crashed into the bus on route No. 226.

17.01.2026, 18:59
Society

Construction of an alternative road to Manas Airport is planned

Bakyt Torobaev, Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers, got acquainted with the project of an alternative road to Manas International Airport, as reported by the press service of the Ministry of Transport and Communications. Transport and Communications Minister Absattar Syrgabaev presented information about this project.

17.01.2026, 18:54
Incidents

In Bishkek, a suspect in an attempted murder has been detained

On January 17, the press service of the Sverdlovsk District Police Department reported the detention of a suspect in an attempted murder that occurred in Bishkek. The incident took place on January 15 on Jumabek Street. According to the victim, her acquaintance forcibly put her in a car and attempted to kill her. However, taking advantage of a sudden moment, the girl managed to break free and escape, recording the events on her phone.

17.01.2026, 18:48
Incidents

Girl claims she was attempted to be killed in a car. Suspect detained

According to the press service of the Sverdlovsk District Internal Affairs Department, in a statement on January 15, 2025, T. N. reported the actions of a man named A., who, according to her, forcibly put her in his car and drove her to an unknown location, where he attempted to kill her. In connection with this incident, the investigative service initiated a criminal case under Article 37-122 of the Criminal Code of the Kyrgyz Republic, concerning attempted murder.

17.01.2026, 18:30
Politics

OPEC Provides Funds for Water: 425,000 Residents of Kyrgyzstan Await Modernization

A bill concerning the ratification of a loan agreement between Kyrgyzstan and the OPEC Fund for International Development has been submitted to the upper chamber of parliament. This document is intended to support the program "Universal Access to Water Supply and Sanitation (Phase 1)," which was signed on September 23, 2025, in Bishkek. The draft law proposes the approval of the agreement, which will allow the attraction of funds from the OPEC Fund for the modernization of water

17.01.2026, 18:19
Society

The Head of the Academy of Sciences Commented on the Construction of Football Fields in the Botanical Garden

Abdrakhmatov commented on the discussion of plans for the improvement of the Botanical Garden in Bishkek, emphasizing that the project includes two mini-football fields at the site located at 1a Akhunbaeva Street. He reminded that there used to be a football field in this area, and the new construction will serve as a restoration of the lost infrastructure. The President of the National Academy of Sciences emphasized that the area of the plot on Akhunbaeva Street is 87 hectares, while the total

17.01.2026, 18:19
World

The killed Cubans guarding Maduro were returned in small coffins

The bodies of 32 Cuban soldiers who died as a result of American attacks on Venezuela have arrived in Cuba. This was reported by Cubavision. The farewell ceremony took place at the José Martí airfield, attended by Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel, former leader Raúl Castro, and Minister of the Interior Lázaro Alberto Álvarez.

17.01.2026, 18:11
Politics

The Cabinet approved a five-year strategy for the reform of corporate reporting and auditing

The Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic has approved a strategy covering the period from 2026 to 2030 regarding the reform of corporate financial reporting and auditing. This document is aimed at improving the quality of financial reports, enhancing the reliability of data, and expanding access to transparent information for both businesses and government institutions. The strategy includes four main components: a general development scheme for the sector, a set of activities for

17.01.2026, 18:08
Society

In Osh, 17 magnetic balls were removed from the intestines of a two-year-old child.

The medical institution reported that the baby had been suffering from multiple vomiting episodes for three days. Initially, his parents sought help at the district hospital, where an X-ray examination revealed several foreign objects located in the intestines in a row. After that, the child was referred to the Osh Interregional Children's Clinical Hospital for further treatment. Doctors strongly advised parents to carefully select toys, avoiding those that contain small parts and magnets,

17.01.2026, 17:57
The Minister of Energy checked the operation of energy facilities due to worsening weather conditions.
Society

The Minister of Energy checked the operation of energy facilities due to worsening weather conditions.

The Minister of Energy of Kyrgyzstan, Talaybek Ibraev, on January 17, 2026, conducted an inspection of the functioning of energy facilities due to a sharp deterioration in weather conditions. This information was announced by the Ministry of Energy. During the inspection, the minister visited the electricity sales service in Bishkek and held a meeting with employees of the Bishkek Electric Networks Enterprise, which is a subsidiary of JSC "NESK".

17.01.2026, 17:50
Incidents / World

In "Jalal," there was a traffic accident involving two cars.

The accident occurred in Bishkek on the evening of January 16, where two passenger cars collided. The scene of the incident is the intersection of Akhunbaeva and Tynalieva streets. According to preliminary information, the vehicles involved in the accident were a Honda Fit and a Kia. Fortunately, no one was injured as a result of the collision.

17.01.2026, 17:46
In Uzbekistan, three main risks to the country's security were announced
Politics

In Uzbekistan, three main risks to the country's security were announced

At an expanded meeting of the Security Council of Uzbekistan, the Chairman of the State Security Service, Bahodir Kurbanov, presented information to President Shavkat Mirziyoyev about the main threats to the country's security and the measures being taken to address them. Photo by the press service of the President of Uzbekistan Among the most serious challenges to national security is the rapid spread of destructive ideas. As Kurbanov noted, the virtual space has become the main channel

17.01.2026, 17:41
Economy

At the Dostuk Checkpoint, 22 tons of cargo from Uzbekistan were not allowed through

In Osh, located on the border of Kyrgyzstan with Uzbekistan, a case of denial of entry for agricultural products from the neighboring country has been reported, according to the Ministry of Agriculture. At the veterinary control checkpoint "Dostuk," a shipment containing 22 tons of salt for livestock was unable to cross the border into Kyrgyzstan. As explained by ministry representatives, during the inspection, a violation of veterinary and sanitary standards established by the

17.01.2026, 17:31
Politics

Tony Blair appointed to the executive body for the implementation of the peace plan in Gaza

Former British Prime Minister Tony Blair has been included in a new "executive committee" established at the initiative of the U.S. President to implement the goals of the "Peace Council" in the Gaza Strip, reports DW. Also on the committee are U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio, World Bank President Ajay Banga, businessman Mark Rowan, Trump advisor Robert Gabriel, his son-in-law Jared Kushner, and U.S. Special Envoy Steve Witkoff. The main task of the committee will be to

17.01.2026, 17:29
Former Deputy Minister of Labor of Russia Alexey Sklyar found dead in Moscow
Incidents / Exclusive

Former Deputy Minister of Labor of Russia Alexey Sklyar found dead in Moscow

In his home in the village of Filimonovsky, located near Moscow, Alexey Sklyar, who previously held the position of Deputy Minister of Labor of Russia, took his own life. Before the tragic event, he sent a farewell message to his friends, as reported by RBC. Sklyar served as Deputy Minister of Labor and Social Protection of the Russian Federation from 2018 to 2022, responsible for the development of information systems and services provided in electronic format. Photo from the internet Some

17.01.2026, 17:24
A Food Fair is Taking Place in Bishkek
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A Food Fair is Taking Place in Bishkek

The fair organized by the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Food Processing Industry has started at Turdakun Usubaliev Square in Bishkek. At the event, local vendors offer a wide range of high-quality products at prices below market rates. For example, meat can be purchased starting from 600 soms, while other goods are presented at prices close to production costs.

17.01.2026, 17:23