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A collection of poems by Alykul Osmonov was presented in Budapest in Hungarian

The presentation of the collection of poems by Alykul Osmonov translated into Hungarian took place at the Embassy of the Kyrgyz Republic in Hungary. This event was organized in honor of the 110th anniversary of the birth of the outstanding Kyrgyz poet, as reported by the press service of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Photo by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic. The collection of poems by Alykul Osmonov was presented in Budapest The renowned Hungarian Turkologist Shomfai

15.01.2026, 18:11

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Karibek's son fears that the tightening of penalties for drunk driving will hit the family budget.

The deputy noted that the loss of driving licenses could negatively affect the financial situation of families Ulukbek Karybek uulu, a deputy of the Jogorku Kenesh, expressed his concerns during the discussion on the possible tightening of penalties for driving under the influence of alcohol, stating that the revocation of driving licenses for a period of one to twelve years could significantly impact the financial capabilities of families, especially in rural areas. In his opinion, such

15.01.2026, 18:08

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Countries of Central Asia ranked among the cheapest places to live

According to the international analytical platform Numbeo, Kyrgyzstan ranked high in the list of countries with the lowest cost of living, placing 140th among 155 countries. The cost of living index in Kyrgyzstan amounted to 27.3 points, indicating an extremely low price level compared to other countries. The study is based on a comparison with New York, where the price level is set at 100 points. The lower the index, the more affordable life is in the country. The calculation took into account

15.01.2026, 18:07

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Meghan Markle requested four floors of a hotel and personal security before her trip to England

The Duchess of Sussex, Meghan Markle, is preparing for her first visit to the United Kingdom in three years. According to reports, she plans to accompany Prince Harry on his trip to Birmingham in June 2026 for the "Invictus Games." Since the funeral of Queen Elizabeth II in September 2022, Markle has not visited the United Kingdom, while her husband has made several trips alone. Security issues have remained a concern for the Sussex family since Prince Harry stepped back from his

15.01.2026, 18:07

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Winners of the "Agrodialog-2025" Competition Completed Training in China

In the Shaanxi province, at the Weinan Vocational and Technical College, a training session took place, attended by representatives from five Central Asian countries. This information was provided by the Ministry of Agriculture of Kyrgyzstan. Among the delegation were employees from the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry of the Kyrgyz Republic, as well as farmers who won the "Agrodialog-2025" competition, who were given the opportunity to enhance their

15.01.2026, 18:05

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Photo of the Day: A Flock of Swans on Lake Issyk-Kul

On the shores of Issyk-Kul, known as the pearl of Kyrgyzstan, a flock of swans was spotted wintering in this picturesque region. These snow-white birds glide peacefully across the water, creating a stunning winter landscape. Photos taken in this location quickly gained popularity on social media. Every year, this lake attracts numerous swans and other migratory birds due to its mild climate and unfrozen waters. It is worth noting that the mute swan is a protected species and is listed in the

15.01.2026, 17:56

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CIS countries will mutually enforce court orders for alimony collection

In the CIS countries, a mechanism for mutual recognition and enforcement of court orders regarding the collection of alimony for minor children will be introduced. This is reported by the publication "Vedomosti" in its article. The State Duma of Russia has approved amendments concerning the ratification of two conventions on legal assistance: the Minsk Convention (1993) and the Chisinau Convention (2002). These documents were proposed for parliamentary consideration by President

15.01.2026, 17:52

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A Fee for the Use of the Notary System is Proposed to be Introduced in Kyrgyzstan

The draft resolution on the introduction of a fee for the use of the Unified Information System of Notaries (EISN) has been submitted for consideration by the Cabinet of Ministers. According to the proposal, the fee will be charged for notarial actions related to private notaries, for technical services provided using the system. The amount of this fee will be determined by the Ministry of Justice in collaboration with the Antimonopoly Regulation Service under the Ministry of Economy and

15.01.2026, 17:47

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The GNS clarified the new rules for the jewelry business

New tax incentives have been introduced in Kyrgyzstan for enterprises operating in the jewelry manufacturing sector. This was reported by the press service of the State Tax Service (GNS). According to GNS information, the exemption from value-added tax applies to equipment, technologies, reagents, and semi-finished products intended for jewelry production and imported into the country.

15.01.2026, 17:46

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A Young Athlete Was Gifted an Apartment at Issyk-Kul

Young athlete Kubanych Taldybekov now has his own home — a one-bedroom apartment in the village of Bosteri, located in the Issyk-Kul region. This became possible after a video showcasing his difficult living conditions appeared on social media two weeks ago. The situation attracted the attention of not only the public but also government authorities. In response to the emerging issues, local authorities decided to provide Kubanych with temporary housing and took steps to improve his living

15.01.2026, 17:44

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"Eurasia Kyrgyzstan" and the Eurasian Center for the Russian Language organized a celebration in social institutions of Bishkek

As part of the charity event, food and household appliances were donated In Bishkek, a celebration was held organized by «Eurasia Kyrgyzstan» in collaboration with the Eurasian Center for the Russian Language. This information was provided by the organizers.

15.01.2026, 17:38

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The Prime Minister of Kyrgyzstan visited the Rox Center building

The philosophy of "Reviving Heritage" has breathed new life into the historic building of Ai-Peri On January 15, 2026, a grand opening of Rox Center took place in Bishkek on Chuy Avenue, organized by the Rox Group of Companies. The Prime Minister of the Kyrgyz Republic, Adylbek Kasymaliev, participated in this significant event.

15.01.2026, 17:34

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Air Pollution in Bishkek as of January 15. The Capital in First Place

According to the World Air Quality ranking, as of 16:40 Bishkek ranks first among the largest cities in the world for air pollution. The city has been designated as "hazardous," and the air quality index (AQI) is 350, according to real-time information available. The AQI is classified into six categories reflecting the level of health risk. A value above 300 indicates hazardous air quality, while a level below 50 is considered good.

15.01.2026, 17:32

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The deputy criticized the extension of training periods in driving schools to 10–12 months

At a recent meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, Deputy Bolot Ibragimov raised the issue of the reasons for the increased duration of driver training. He clarified why training can stretch out for as long as 10–12 months. In response to this question, the director of the State Center for Registration of Motor Vehicles and Driver Personnel, Tynchbek Saidov, stated that this decision was the result of the work of an interagency group aimed at improving the quality of driver training. According to him,

15.01.2026, 17:21

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Ibragimov proposed a number of measures to combat drivers under the influence of alcohol

Including initiating criminal cases for accidents, even if there are no victims During the discussion of the bill aimed at tightening responsibility for driving under the influence of alcohol, member of the Jogorku Kenesh Bолот Ибрагимов emphasized that simply increasing the length of punishments is not enough. He highlighted the need to also raise the amounts of fines. In addition, Ибрагимов suggested that for repeat offenses, the periods of license suspension should be longer compared to the

15.01.2026, 17:21

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4 locations on Issyk-Kul, 43 types of ethno-sports - the head of the State Agency for Physical Culture spoke about the program of the World Nomad Games

Kazybek Moldazhiyev, the director of the State Agency for Physical Culture and Sports, announced at a press conference that this year the opening of the VI World Nomad Games will take place in Bishkek. The event will be held from August 31 to September 6 in Kyrgyzstan, coinciding with the anniversary summit of the SCO. The opening ceremony is scheduled for August 31 at the under-construction "Bishkek Arena" stadium, which can accommodate 51,000 spectators. The main competitions and

15.01.2026, 17:13

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Renters and owners of boarding houses are required to clean the beaches and the bottom of Issyk-Kul.

The Cabinet of Ministers has approved a new procedure that requires in-depth cleaning of beach areas and the bottom of Lake Issyk-Kul from household waste using specialized equipment. According to resolution No. 1, signed on January 13 by Prime Minister Adylbek Kasymaliev, all owners and tenants of recreational facilities must carry out cleaning of beaches and underwater areas from May 1 to October 1. This must be done using specialized equipment and according to an established schedule, which

15.01.2026, 17:13

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The Border Service of the GKNB reminded about the new rules for the stay of Kazakh citizens in Kyrgyzstan

Starting from September 1, 2025, new rules regarding the stay of citizens of Kazakhstan in the territory of Kyrgyzstan will come into effect. This was announced on January 15 by the press service of the Border Service of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB). These changes were made to the Regulation on the Procedure for the Stay of Foreign Citizens, which was approved by the resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic No. 541 dated October 10, 2023.

15.01.2026, 17:13

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At the Embassy of Kyrgyzstan in Hungary, a collection of poems by Alykul Osmonov was presented in Hungarian.

On January 14, a ceremonial handover of the first copies of a collection of poems by Alykul Osmonov, translated into Hungarian, took place at the Embassy of Kyrgyzstan in Hungary. According to the press service of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Kyrgyzstan, this handover was organized in honor of the 110th anniversary of the birth of the famous national poet. The collection includes key works of Osmonov that showcase his philosophical views, humanitarian ideas, and the richness of Kyrgyz

15.01.2026, 17:09

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Bolot Ibragimov spoke out against extending driver training periods

He noted that such long training periods do not exist in other countries. At a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, deputy Bolot Ibragimov emphasized that the main problem on the roads lies in the corruption that has existed for many years.

15.01.2026, 17:03

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Wholesale meat trade at the Osh market has been moved to the "Chuygun" pavilion

The wholesale meat trade at the Osh market ceased operations on January 14, 2026. Now all wholesale meat sales will take place in the new meat pavilion "Chuygun," located on the territory of the livestock market "Altyn-Taka" in the Maevka area. This information was announced by representatives of the Ministry of Agriculture of the Kyrgyz Republic. Changes were implemented in accordance with the resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic, aimed at ensuring

15.01.2026, 16:54

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The presentation of the poetry collection by Alykul Osmonov took place in Hungary.

On January 14, an event dedicated to the 110th anniversary of the birth of the outstanding Kyrgyz poet Alykul Osmonov took place at the Embassy of Kyrgyzstan in Hungary. During this event, the first copies of his poetry collection in Hungarian were handed over. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic reported that this literary project became possible thanks to the efforts of the renowned Hungarian Turkologist Shomfai Kara David and with the support of the Kyrgyz embassy in

15.01.2026, 16:52

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The film "Kurak" has been included in the official program of the film festival in Mumbai.

The film "Kurak" has been included in the program of the XXII International Third Eye Asian Film Festival, which is taking place in Mumbai, India. This was reported by the Film Development Fund. This year, Kyrgyzstan has become the focus country of the festival, allowing five Kyrgyz films to be presented as part of a special curated program, among which is "Kurak," which has the opportunity to showcase itself in the official program.

15.01.2026, 16:51

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In Osh, a new recreational area is being built on the site of illegal trading points.

A new recreation area has begun construction on the section from the "Kasyet" market to B. Osmonov Street, located on Mamirov Street in Osh. According to the city administration, there were previously illegal auto parts sales points and other trading equipment in this area. Currently, all these objects have been successfully dismantled, and convenient pedestrian sidewalks are being created in their place.

15.01.2026, 16:50