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The Ministry of Internal Affairs tests average speed control on the Bishkek-Tokmok highway: 7,406 cases of speeding recorded

The Ministry of Internal Affairs of Kyrgyzstan has begun testing a speed control system on the highway connecting Bishkek and Tokmok. This was reported on January 13 by Deputy Minister of Internal Affairs Oktobyr Urmambetov at a meeting of the committee of the Jogorku Kenesh that deals with law enforcement issues. As part of the testing, specialized cameras have been installed on this section, which have already recorded 7,406 cases of speeding.

13.01.2026, 19:40

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Kanibek Tumambaev promised to build a kindergarten and a school in Bishkek

Educational institutions will be established in the residential complex "Muras" In the capital, as part of the residential complex "Muras," the construction of a school and a kindergarten is planned. This became known today during the ceremony of handing over new apartments to residents by the President's Chief of Staff, Kanibek Tumanbaev.

13.01.2026, 19:36

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Frosts up to -48 degrees. Schools closed in Naryn District and Suusamyr

Preschools continue to operate Due to severe frosts, schools in the Naryn and Jayil districts have suspended their operations. This statement was made by local authorities.

13.01.2026, 19:34

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Kazakhstan Prepares for Water Crisis: Worst-Case Scenario for the Season Announced

At a meeting of the government of Kazakhstan, Minister of Water Resources and Irrigation Nurzhan Nurzhigitov voiced a grim forecast regarding the country's water supply for the upcoming season, reports Tengrinews.kz. According to the ministry's data, the growing season this year may be accompanied by a significant decrease in water inflow into rivers, which will particularly affect the southern regions. The volume of water in reservoirs on the upper section of the Syr Darya River in

13.01.2026, 19:32

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The Housing Committee supported the president's objections to the amendments to the Criminal Code and the Criminal Procedure Code.

The Committee of the Jogorku Kenesh, which deals with issues of the judicial system, law enforcement, as well as the fight against crime and corruption, approved the president's objections to the bill "On Amendments to Certain Legislative Acts of the Kyrgyz Republic" on January 13. The amendments concerned both the Criminal Code and the Criminal Procedure Code. Timur Shabdanbekov, Deputy Chairman of the State Committee for National Security (SCNS), reported that the agency had

13.01.2026, 19:31

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Former EEC employees and ex-officials want to simplify their return to public service

The bill proposes appointments to state and municipal positions without a competitive selection process A new initiative regarding amendments to the Law "On State Civil Service and Municipal Service" is being discussed in the Jogorku Kenesh, aimed at simplifying the employment process for certain categories of citizens in public service.

13.01.2026, 19:20

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A rare predatory bird has been released into the wild in Kyrgyzstan

In one of the villages of the Batken region, employees of the Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision of Kyrgyzstan conducted an examination of a falcon that had accidentally found itself in the settlement. After a thorough check, the bird was released back into its natural habitat. According to the ministry, the health of the bird of prey was assessed as satisfactory, and no signs of injury or illegal captivity were found. The ministry also emphasized that falcons

13.01.2026, 19:20

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The number of hepatitis and liver cirrhosis cases is rising in Tash-Kumyr.

A deputy demands explanations from the authorities At a meeting of the committee on agrarian policy, water resources, subsoil use, ecology, and environmental protection, Deputy Gulsharkan Kultaeva expressed her concern about the rising number of hepatitis cases in the city of Tash-Kumyr.

13.01.2026, 19:12

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The deputy proposed to raise the age for obtaining a driver's license in Kyrgyzstan to 20 or 21 years.

At the meeting of the Committee on Law and Order of the Jogorku Kenesh, which took place on January 13, deputy Nurbek Sydygaliev proposed an initiative to raise the minimum age for obtaining a driver's license in Kyrgyzstan to 20 or 21 years. He argued that this measure could help reduce the number of road traffic accidents involving young drivers. Sydygaliev also appealed to the Ministry of Internal Affairs to prepare an analysis of accidents among youth, including data on various age

13.01.2026, 19:05

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Timur Ibragimov has become the new chairman of the board of "Bakay Bank"

The extraordinary general meeting of shareholders of OJSC "Bakay Bank," which took place on December 22, 2025, resulted in significant changes in the leadership of the institution. This information was published on the official website of the Kyrgyz Stock Exchange. As a result of the voting, Timur Ibragimov was elected as the chairman of the bank's board starting January 2026, while Sergey Ibragimov secured a position on the board of directors.

13.01.2026, 18:59

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The Social Fund is Preparing Innovations: What Will Change for Pension Savings

The Cabinet of Ministers has proposed a draft for public discussion regarding changes to the rules for the payment of pension savings. The document outlines changes in the procedure by which the Social Fund makes these payments. Among the proposed innovations is a clarification of the list of individuals entitled to pension savings. In particular, the spouses of insured citizens will also be able to claim these payments. Additionally, there are plans to revise the procedure for multiple

13.01.2026, 18:33

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Zoe Saldana Becomes the Highest-Grossing Actress in Film History

Zoë Saldana, the American actress, has recently topped the list of the highest-grossing actors in the world, surpassing stars like Scarlett Johansson, Samuel L. Jackson, and Robert Downey Jr. According to the analytical resource The Numbers, the total box office earnings of films featuring her have reached an impressive $15.467 billion. Photo from the internet. Zoë Saldana: the highest-grossing actress in film history Saldana gained fame thanks to her key roles in blockbusters such as the

13.01.2026, 18:32

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The Most Beautiful. A Pet from Russia Tops the World Cat Federation Ranking

Abyssinian cat named Darlen Fleur Dalmore Black, representing Russia, took first place in the World Cat Federation ranking for 2025, as reported by the official website of the organization here. He scored over 19,700 points in total, which allowed him to win the title of world champion. This cat was born on June 15, 2024, and belongs to one of the specialized clubs. In total, there were almost 1,500 participants in the final list for 2025. The second and third places were taken by the Scottish

13.01.2026, 18:26

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In Bishkek, Auezov Street is being reconstructed. Old trees will be cut down there.

The Vice Mayor of the capital, Ramiz Aliyev, shared plans for the reconstruction of Auezov Street, located in the "Alamedin" microdistrict. The information was published on his social media page. Work will begin in March and will cover the section from Jibek Jolu Avenue to Salieva Street, as noted by the official.

13.01.2026, 18:16

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They Come to the Hospital Directly. Ministry of Health on the Situation in Osh Hospital

The press service of the Ministry of Health commented on the situation at the Osh Interregional Children's Clinical Hospital (OICCH), where a video demonstrating long queues in the clinical diagnostic department has become popular on social media. According to the hospital director, Zhyrgalbek Tolorov, such situations are not uncommon after weekends and holidays, when the number of patients needing outpatient care and consultations with specialists sharply increases. For example, today,

13.01.2026, 18:08

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After the lake was cleared of nets, thousands of fry appeared along the shore of Issyk-Kul.

There is an active discussion on social media about a video showing a large number of fish fry gathered along the shores of Issyk-Kul. Users report that such a significant quantity of young fish became possible thanks to the recent cleaning of the water body from fishing nets. In the video, it can be seen that the fry are located in the coastal zone, and many associate this with the improvement of the ecological situation in the lake after the removal of old nets. User comments under the video

13.01.2026, 18:06

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Construction of the "Tazalyka" production base has begun in Bishkek

In Bishkek, the construction of the production base for the municipal enterprise "Tazalyk" has begun. According to the press service of the city administration, all construction work is planned to be completed by the summer of 2026.

13.01.2026, 18:05

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The hawk that flew into the village was released back into the wild

Specialists from the Batken Regional Department of the Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision of the Kyrgyz Republic conducted an inspection of a hawk that accidentally flew into one of the villages. After being examined by a relevant expert, the bird was released back into its natural habitat. The department noted that hawks belong to the diurnal birds of prey family Accipitridae and are found on almost all continents. These agile and fast hunters prefer mountainous

13.01.2026, 17:56

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Four citizens of Kyrgyzstan were deported from Mongolia

At a meeting of the Committee of the Jogorku Kenesh on judicial and legal issues, law enforcement, combating crime, and countering corruption, Deputy Attorney General Ümütkan Konkubayeva reported on the deportation of four citizens of Kyrgyzstan from Mongolia. The Committee also discussed a draft law concerning the ratification of the Extradition Treaty between the Kyrgyz Republic and Mongolia, which was signed on July 21, 2025, in Bishkek. This document creates the necessary legal framework

13.01.2026, 17:54

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Responsibility for Drunk Driving in Kyrgyzstan is Set to Be Tightened

During a meeting of the relevant committee of the Jogorku Kenesh, the Deputy Minister of Internal Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic, Oktobyr Urmambetov, presented an initiative to amend several laws related to road safety. The new draft law "On Amendments to Certain Legislative Acts on Ensuring Road Safety" has been developed in accordance with the presidential decree dated December 7, 2021, No. 548, and aims to reduce the number of road traffic accidents and their serious consequences.

13.01.2026, 17:49

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A Falcon That Flew into a Village in the Batken Region Was Returned to the Wild

In the Batken region, employees of the regional department of the Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision of Kyrgyzstan examined a falcon that unexpectedly appeared in one of the local villages. After an inspection by a specialist, the bird was released back into the wild. This was reported by the ministry's press service. The falcon is a powerful predatory bird from the falcon family, primarily inhabiting mountainous and wooded areas. This species is considered

13.01.2026, 17:39

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The number of refugees from Ukraine to the European Union has risen to 4.33 million people

As of the end of November 2025, the number of Ukrainian refugees who have received temporary protection in European Union countries amounted to 4.33 million people. This data is provided by Eurostat. In the last month of autumn last year, the number of Ukrainians seeking refuge in the EU increased by 30,000.

13.01.2026, 17:26

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Russia denied the repatriation of 144 citizens of Kyrgyzstan serving sentences in prisons, - prosecutor's office

During the meeting of the Committee of the Jogorku Kenesh on judicial and legal issues, law enforcement, combating crime, and countering corruption, Deputy Attorney General Ümütkan Konkubayeva reported that Russia has refused the repatriation of 144 citizens of Kyrgyzstan serving sentences in Russian prisons. Deputy Ulukbek Uzakbaev raised the question of whether the permanent representation of the General Prosecutor's Office in Russia could expedite the process. Currently, all requests

13.01.2026, 17:25

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Russia denied the repatriation of 144 convicted citizens of Kyrgyzstan.

At a meeting of the parliamentary committee on judicial and legal issues, law enforcement, combating crime, and countering corruption, Deputy Attorney General Umutkan Konkubayeva reported that Russia refused to transfer 144 citizens of Kyrgyzstan who are in correctional facilities. Topics discussed More than 1,200 Kyrgyz citizens are serving sentences in Russian prisons. She specified that the Kyrgyz side submitted a total of 449 requests for the transfer of convicts; however, in 144 cases,

13.01.2026, 17:22