In the Naryn region, there is a picturesque pasture called Eki-Bala, which attracts both locals and tourists with its scenic gorges. According to a correspondent from Turmush, this beautiful pasture is located in the upper reaches of the village of Eki-Naryn in the rural district of Ortok, on the way to the remote settlement of Oruk-Tam.
The authorities of Iran, represented by Tehran's prosecutor, Ali Salehi, warn that participants in the riots who cause damage to state and private property or engage in conflicts with law enforcement may face the death penalty. Gholam-Hossein Mohseni-Ejei, the head of the country's judicial system, stated the need for strict punishment for all those involved in the riots, especially in light of the recent death of prosecutor Esfahan, which occurred as a result of an attack by
In Kara-Balta, police officers successfully detained a man who attempted to steal a car, reports the press service of the Traffic Safety Department of the Main Internal Affairs Directorate of the Chui Region. According to information from law enforcement agencies, the incident occurred on January 9, 2026, at around 16:30. The duty unit received a signal that an unidentified person had stolen a red "Volkswagen Golf-2" with the license plate 08KG524 from the territory of the Western
On January 8, 2026, M. A. Kocherov, head of the Department of Chemicalization, Plant Protection, and Quarantine, conducted an inspection at the border crossing points between Kyrgyzstan and Kazakhstan. Even though the New Year holidays are still ongoing for government officials, an unscheduled inspection of the phytosanitary control operations at the "Ak-Tilek" checkpoint and the temporary storage facility "Kant" was organized. During the inspection, recommendations were
According to information provided by the press service of the Traffic Police Department of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Chui Region, in 2025, a driver was found operating a vehicle with a license plate belonging to another vehicle. It became known that on January 9, 2026, at around 1:00 PM, at the 61st kilometer of the Bishkek – Osh highway, officers from the Traffic Police of the Jayil District stopped a yellow "Mercedes-Benz 711" for inspection. During the check, it was
In Bishkek, the director of the State Agency for Physical Culture and Sports, Kazybek Moldazhiyev, visited the sports complex "Alga," where he familiarized himself with the training process of the national team of Kyrgyzstan, which is preparing for the World Ice Hockey Championship. The press service of the state agency shared this information. The competition among U-20 youth teams (IIHF Division III-B) will take place in the capital of the country from January 18 to 24 at the ice
In 2025, the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry of the Kyrgyz Republic summarized its activities. The past year was marked by active development of cooperation, modernization of infrastructure, and the introduction of new technologies in the agricultural sector.
In his interview recorded for the film, the President of Kyrgyzstan, Sadyr Japarov, emphasized the important role of Shavkat Mirziyoyev in resolving the long-standing territorial dispute between Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan. He noted that the Uzbek president actively contributed to finding a compromise, urging both sides to "not miss the moment and strive for mutual agreement" to ensure stability and security in the region, as reflected in Uzbek media.
On January 10 in Bishkek, which was formerly known as Frunze, the year 1959 is remembered when the temperature reached a record low of −24.2 degrees. This data is presented on the resource "Weather and Climate". The warmest January 10 was in 1982, when the temperature rose to +16.3 degrees. The "Weather and Climate" website collects data on weather conditions worldwide. Temperature records are documented as the highest and lowest values within daily data. Weather
Recently, ibexes were spotted on the new road from Sary-Talaa to Zardaly in the Batken region, which was captured on video by local residents. According to the latest data from a survey conducted at the end of 2025, the population of ibexes in the Batken region is 144 individuals.
Scientists from Fujita Health University have found that conversations during visually-motor tasks, such as driving, create significant cognitive load, which can negatively affect eye functioning. The results of the study, published in the journal PLOS ONE, showed that even a simple conversation can slow down important eye movements necessary for adequately assessing the environment while driving.
The Ministry of Health of Kyrgyzstan reported a stable epidemiological situation regarding ARVI and influenza, noting a decrease in morbidity. On January 8, Minister of Health Kanibek Dosmambetov held a meeting with members of the task force dedicated to the current situation with viral infections, discussing the load on hospitals and the work of the primary care sector in the context of seasonal increases in morbidity.
A recent study conducted by scientists from the University of Oregon and the State University of New York at Buffalo found that teenagers and young adults who can catch up on sleep during the weekends significantly reduce their risk of developing depression by 41%. The study involved respondents aged 16 to 24. Those who compensated for sleep deprivation on weekends reported fewer symptoms of depression compared to those who did not pay attention to this on Saturday and Sunday. The results,
With the closure of the largest livestock market in Tokmok, located in the Chui region, residents of the villages of Vinogradnoye and Chym-Korgon have intensified efforts to create a new market in their area. Currently, construction work has begun in Chym-Korgon, located in the Kemin district, on a site of 11 hectares that will be used for the new livestock market.
A study conducted among more than a thousand adults revealed a connection between sleep quality and levels of certain trace elements in the body. The Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI) was used to assess sleep quality, while concentrations of magnesium, zinc, and copper were determined based on blood tests and dietary data. The results were published in the journal Nutrients. The most significant impact on sleep quality was attributed to magnesium. Individuals with poor sleep exhibited lower
- In response to the appeals of citizens in the Naryn region, who live in high-altitude and climatically challenging conditions, the Ministry of Energy has announced an increase in the electricity consumption limit during peak hours. This decision was announced by the press service of the ministry. The previously established limit has been raised from 189,648 kWh to 264,312 kWh, which will allow for a greater supply of electricity and stabilize the energy supply in the region.
The Kyrgyzstan national football team (U-23) has not yet lost its chances of advancing to the playoffs of the Asian Youth Cup. After the first two matches of the group stage under the guidance of Edmar Lacerda, the team has earned 0 points, suffering defeats against Saudi Arabia (0:1) and Vietnam (1:2).
A special operation conducted by the Drug Control Service of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Kyrgyzstan led to the dismantling of a transnational drug trafficking group. This was reported by the press service of the agency. According to available information, the group included citizens of Kyrgyzstan, Russia, Kazakhstan, and Tajikistan. As a result of the operation, seven individuals were detained, and one suspect has been placed on an international wanted list. The investigation
A resident of the village of Kara-Burgon in the Ak-Talinsky district of the Naryn region, Nazgul Kulmurzaeva has been working as a teacher for 35 years. Nazgul Kulmurzaeva is a mathematics and computer science teacher who has been working at her alma mater for 35 years. She takes pride in being the daughter of the well-known teacher and principal Bektur Kulmurzaev, who contributed to the development of the school.
Aisada Uchugenova, born in the village of Cholok-Kayin in the Ak-Talinsky district of the Naryn region, has reached the summit of Aconcagua in South America. Aconcagua, standing at 6962 meters, is the highest peak in South America and holds several altitude titles. This mountain is the highest point in Argentina and South America, as well as the tallest mountain in the western and southern hemispheres, and overall outside of Asia.
According to a new report from the United Nations, the global economy is expected to grow by 2.7 percent in 2026. This figure is lower than the forecast of 2.8 percent for 2025 and significantly lags behind the pre-pandemic average of 3.2 percent. According to the UN News Service, last year the global economy showed unexpected resilience to the sharp increase in tariffs in the U.S., supported by stable consumer spending and declining inflation, which helped maintain growth rates.
Athlete from Kyrgyzstan Rajabali Shaidullaev defended his championship title on December 31 as part of the Rizin Fighting Federation. In the match against Japanese fighter Mikura Asakura, he won by technical knockout, finishing the fight in the first round in 2 minutes and 55 seconds.
In the "Unusual Names" section, we will tell you about Altynchach Osmonalieva, who lives in the village of Togolok Moldо, located in the Ak-Talinsky district of the Naryn region. She began her career in education 9 years ago. Altynchach was born on February 11, 1975, in the same village. She received her education at the school named after Zhorobek Satylganov from 1981 to 1992, after which she continued her studies at the Naryn State University named after Kadyrbai Mambetakunov, where
On January 9, at the King Abdullah Sports City stadium in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, a match took place where the youth team of Kyrgyzstan (U-23) faced Vietnam. In the first half, after a poorly executed penalty, Murzakhmatov managed to score a goal and equalized the score to 1:1. However, in the second half, the Kyrgyz team conceded another goal and could not restore balance in the game. The next match for the Kyrgyzstan national team will be on January 12 against Jordan.