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Temperature Records. The coldest January 17 in Bishkek was in 1951

January 17, 1951, entered history as the coldest day in Bishkek, according to data provided by the "Weather and Climate" resource. On that day, the temperature in the capital dropped to −23.9 degrees. On the opposite side of the temperature spectrum, the warmest January 17 was recorded in 1963, when thermometers showed +15.4 degrees. The "Weather and Climate" website collects and provides information about weather conditions in various regions of the world. Temperature

17.01.2026, 09:18
Bishkek is being cleared of snow: utility services have been switched to round-the-clock mode
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Bishkek is being cleared of snow: utility services have been switched to round-the-clock mode

Due to the heavy snowfall, the mayor of the capital, Aibek Junushaliev, personally went out to the streets of Bishkek to assess the situation and monitor the actions of the municipal services. During his inspection, the mayor gave instructions to the relevant authorities and emphasized the importance of prompt and continuous snow removal. “It is necessary to ensure safety and cleanliness on the streets for the residents and guests of the capital. All services must act in a coordinated and

17.01.2026, 09:11
Raid in Issyk-Kul: 400-meter net seized
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Raid in Issyk-Kul: 400-meter net seized

On January 16, a raid event was conducted in the waters of Lake Issyk-Kul, organized by inspectors from the Issyk-Kul Regional Office of the Environmental and Technical Supervision Service. According to information provided by the Ministry of Natural Resources, during the raid, an old 400-meter-long Chinese synthetic net was found and removed, which had been used illegally. This equipment could have significantly harmed the fish stocks in the region.

17.01.2026, 08:35
The Mayor of Bishkek Checked the Readiness of the CHPP for Operation in Freezing Conditions
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The Mayor of Bishkek Checked the Readiness of the CHPP for Operation in Freezing Conditions

The drop in temperature prompted a check of the readiness of the Bishkek CHPP. The city's mayor, Aibek Junushaliev, along with his deputy, Nurgazy Kurmanbekov, inspected the territory of the heat and power plant. Photo by the Bishkek Mayor's Office The press service of the mayor's office reported that during the visit they familiarized themselves with the current temperature indicators and loads on the electrical networks, as well as assessed the readiness of the CHPP to operate

17.01.2026, 08:02
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The deputy raised the issue of road repairs in Archa-Beshik and on Repin Street

Deputy Zhyldyz Sadyrbaeva raised the issue of the unsatisfactory condition of roads in the Archa-Beshik residential area in Bishkek during a session of the Jogorku Kenesh on January 14. According to her, the road infrastructure in this area has remained in poor condition for several years. In her address, she also mentioned Repin Street, located in the Pishpek area, where the railway hospital is situated. This street, according to Sadyrbaeva's information, has also not been repaired for a

17.01.2026, 06:05
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The Museum of Fine Arts will hold a lecture "From Canvas to Mosaic: Kyrgyz Art of the 20th-21st Centuries"

On January 17, a lecture titled "From Canvas to Mosaic: Kyrgyz Art of the 20th-21st Centuries" will take place at ROX Centre, formerly known as the "Ai-Pery" salon, organized by the Gapar Aitiev National Museum of Fine Arts. This event was announced by the press service of the Ministry of Culture. The choice of venue for the lecture is not accidental: this building houses the mosaic "Ayalzat," created by the People's Artist of Kyrgyzstan, Theodor Gertsen.

17.01.2026, 04:04
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Over 100,000 labor migrants from India have entered Russia

According to information provided by DW, over 100,000 Indian labor migrants have moved to Russia in the past year. It is assumed that their salaries will be paid in rupees obtained from oil sales. Statistics show that in the first quarter of last year, about 32,000 Indians arrived in Russia, in the second quarter — 36,000, and in the third quarter — already 63,000. By the end of 2025, the country plans to employ up to 80,000 citizens of India. In the same year, Russian President Vladimir Putin

16.01.2026, 22:36
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Norway is shocked that Maria Machado awarded the Nobel Peace Prize to Trump

Shocking news has come from Norway: Maria Corina Machado handed the Nobel Peace Prize medal to Donald Trump, as reported by Bloomberg. “This is absolutely unacceptable,” commented this act Professor Janne Haaland Matlary from the University of Oslo. She characterized the action as “undignified” and “insignificant,” emphasizing that it is a manifestation of disrespect for the award.

16.01.2026, 22:12
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China has stopped purchasing electricity from Russia

From the first day of the new year, China completely ceased purchasing electricity from Russia, even rejecting the minimal contractual volumes stipulated. This was reported by the publication Meduza. According to sources from Kommersant, the main factor that prompted this decision was a significant increase in the export price, which now exceeds domestic electricity rates in China. This circumstance has made further purchases economically unfeasible for Beijing.

16.01.2026, 22:08
Salaries of state media employees will increase from April 2026
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Salaries of state media employees will increase from April 2026

Starting from April 1, 2026, an increase in salaries for employees of state media is planned. This became known from an interview with Dairbek Orunbekov, the head of the information policy department of the President's Administration of Kyrgyzstan, which he gave to the Sputnik agency. He noted that necessary calculations on this issue are currently being conducted. Also, a salary increase is expected at the national branch of the TV and Radio Company "Mir" starting from February

16.01.2026, 21:49
Teacher dismissed, principal punished: results of the inspection at school No. 87
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Teacher dismissed, principal punished: results of the inspection at school No. 87

The inspection conducted at school No. 87 in Bishkek has concluded, and the city administration has announced its findings. According to information from the Department of Education, a special commission was formed to investigate the incident at the educational institution. The inspection revealed serious violations of the legislation of the Kyrgyz Republic, including the Code "On Children," the Law "On Education," as well as the Model Regulation "On General

16.01.2026, 21:36
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Cinema as a Tool for Human Rights Protection: An Interview with Swiss Documentarian Stefan Ziegler

At the National Opera and Ballet Theater, the "Ak Ilbirs" award ceremony took place at the end of 2025. This event provided AKIpress the opportunity to introduce its readers to international creative figures, including Swiss documentary filmmaker Stefan Ziegler. Stefan Ziegler, a Swiss citizen and multiple award winner, as well as an associate professor at a university, arrived in Bishkek to present his film "The Mandate - Who Cares About International Law" at the "Bir

16.01.2026, 21:30
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Our People Abroad: A Girl from Toktogul Was Mistaken for a Korean in a Country Where She Tried Seafood

Sezim Zamirbekova shared her two-year experience of studying and working in South Korea as part of the "Our People Abroad" series. From a young age, her passion for K-pop inspired her to start learning the Korean language and enroll in a Kyrgyz-Korean college. After successfully passing the competition in 2022, she went to Korea, where she studied at universities and worked as a waitress.

16.01.2026, 21:25
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Bakytbek Jumagulov: Extending Driver Training Periods Does Not Guarantee Safety

According to Zhumagulov, supporters of the reform argue that extending the training period will improve the quality of driver preparation and reduce the number of accidents. However, he emphasizes that research shows no clear correlation between the duration of training and the level of road safety. The main factor is not the time spent in driving school, but the system that regulates access to driving. Where does the problem of traffic accidents lie? In the director's opinion, Kyrgyzstan

16.01.2026, 21:23
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What properties does marmot fat have?

On the territory of Kyrgyzstan, there are three species of marmots: gray, red, and Menzbir's marmot. According to the legislation, hunting for the red marmot is allowed only during specific periods—from July 3 to September 5, 2021. The hunter must be a member of a hunting society and obtain a license for hunting marmots, as this species is protected by law. A fine of 3000 soms is imposed for illegal hunting of marmots for each captured individual.

16.01.2026, 20:50
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Demolishing the third floor of the building near TSUM. What it looks like now

In the area near the Central Department Store (ЦУМ), the demolition of the third floor of the under-construction building is underway. As of today, January 16, the site looks as follows. We remind you that a large infrastructure project, Old Bishkek, is actively being implemented in the city center. Currently, more than 80% of the work has been completed.

16.01.2026, 20:37
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The teacher who hit a student was fired. The principal was punished as well.

The teacher who hit a student has been fired. According to the press service of the Bishkek city hall, a special commission created by the Department of Education found serious violations of the legislation of Kyrgyzstan, including the Code "On Children," the Law "On Education," the standard regulation "On General Educational Organizations," and the norms of professional pedagogical ethics.

16.01.2026, 20:29
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Atabekova: It is necessary to tighten penalties for poaching foreign workers by companies

At the meeting of the "Ala-Too" deputy group on January 16, Asel Atabekova raised the issue of the need to change the legislation regarding the attraction of foreign labor. During the discussion of the problems in the garment industry, she noted that, according to unofficial data, more than 70% of garment enterprises in Kyrgyzstan employ foreign workers without the necessary documents.

16.01.2026, 20:20
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Don't wait. There will be no additional legalization of cars.

In Kyrgyzstan, there will be no announcement regarding the legalization of vehicles with foreign license plates. The Ministry of Economy notes that vehicles with foreign registration numbers were previously imported into the territory of Kyrgyzstan through so-called gray schemes without undergoing customs declaration procedures and without paying customs duties in accordance with the requirements of the legislation of the Eurasian Economic Union and the Kyrgyz Republic in the field of customs

16.01.2026, 20:19
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The deputy is inquiring whether the relocation of the Bishkek CHPP is planned. The city hall responded that the issue of abandoning heating from the CHPP is being studied.

At the meeting of the parliamentary groups of the Jogorku Kenesh "Mekenchil" and "Ata Jurt," held on January 16, Deputy Burun Amanova raised a question about the possible relocation of the Bishkek CHPP. Aybek Junushaliev, the mayor of the capital, reported that new boilers had been put into operation in the city. This is part of a strategy for decentralizing the heating system aimed at reducing dependence on the CHPP.

16.01.2026, 20:14