In Bishkek, a check has begun on families registered due to cases of domestic violence. This information was announced by the press service of the Internal Affairs Department of the Leninsky District. Photo from the press service of the Internal Affairs Department of Bishkek's Leninsky District. Head of GOM-1 Altynbek Chynberdiev meeting with a victim of domestic violence
According to the decision made on December 1, 2025, the judicial panel of the Jalal-Abad Regional Court amended the verdict of the Nookensky District Court in the fraud case, revoking probation supervision and imposing a real sentence of three years of imprisonment for the accused. The data for this case is taken from the State Register of Judicial Acts. The regional court found that the accused, having gained the trust of the victim, took possession of two cars under different pretexts, after
The National Bank of the Kyrgyz Republic has begun reviewing documents for the establishment of a new commercial institution — "Post Bank." This project will be implemented using the infrastructure of JSC "Kyrgyz Post," which will serve as an agent for providing banking services throughout the country.
Kudret Taychabarov, the former director of the SEZ "Bishkek," remains in custody for an extended period. The Pervomaisky District Court of Bishkek has ruled to extend his detention until February 8, 2026. This decision was announced on December 30, 2025, as reported by "Tandyr Media," citing lawyer Pamir Suranbaev. We remind you that Taychabarov was detained on suspicion of connections with organized criminal groups. He has been charged under articles related to the creation
Tashmama Nurdinova, a resident of the village of Okhna in the Kadamjai district of the Batken region, is a person with a disability of the II group, but this has not prevented her from starting her own business. In her home, she produces cosmetic and household products using beeswax, egg yolk, and other natural ingredients. Under the brand "Okhna ECO," Tashmama creates various products, including creams, ointments, soaps, shampoos, and lipsticks. "I am 41 years old, and I have a
- In 2025, 119 industrial projects were implemented in the Kyrgyz Republic, according to a report from the Ministry of Economy. The total amount of investments reached $715.7 million. During the implementation of these projects, 8,500 new jobs were created.
Citizens are advised to activate two-factor authentication to secure their accounts Recently, the Ministry of Internal Affairs has recorded an increase in cases of fraud using the popular messenger WhatsApp. According to the agency, criminals gain access to users' accounts and start sending messages to their friends and relatives asking for urgent financial help.
Absamat Aitkulov, a resident of the Aksy district in the city of Kerben, previously, like many farmers, was engaged in selling fresh plums harvested from his own garden. Although this year's harvest turned out to be modest, he managed to organize processing and earn a decent amount of money.
According to information from the Main Department of Internal Affairs of the Chuy Region, Asipa Arstanovna Borbukova resides in Bishkek, at the address: Prigorodnoye village, Gagarin Street, house 17. She is currently in one of the shelters in Kara-Balta, located in the Jayil district. Relatives of Borbukova have also been located, and they reported that they did not contact law enforcement regarding her disappearance. They expressed their intention to take her from the shelter.
The Republican Blood Center in Bishkek has made an urgent appeal to citizens for help in the form of donations. Currently, blood supplies are critically low.
According to the Kyrgyz Football Union, the youth team of Kyrgyzstan lost in their match against Saudi Arabia. The final score of the match was 0:1, with the only goal scored in the 88th minute.
The Capital Construction Management of drinking water supply and wastewater facilities has announced a procurement for the development of project and estimate documentation. According to information posted on the state procurement portal, the subject of the procurement is the design and construction of a drinking water supply system for the village of Zardaly, located in the Kara-Bak rural administration of the Batken district in the Batken region.
Turmush continues to introduce readers to Kyrgyzstani people living outside their homeland. Nurbakyt Orozbaev, who is 25 years old, currently lives in Poland, where the country is recognized through the lens of the history of the USSR, Bivol, and Shevchenko. Nurbakyt was born on August 2, 2001, in Astana, Kazakhstan, where he also spent the first years of his life and attended elementary school. His parents are from Kyrgyzstan: his father is from the village of Moldo-Asan in the Talas region,
According to information received by the Call center Kaktus.media, residents of the village of Sadovoe are facing a serious problem: the water supply pipe in their settlement has burst, and the leak has not been fixed for one and a half weeks. Local residents of Vostochnaya Street report: "The problem with the water supply began almost half a month ago. We have repeatedly contacted the leadership of the aiyl okmotu, and although we were promised action, there has been no real progress for
In Kyrgyzstan, searches for missing people often start too late, when the chances of success approach zero. However, where technology and human efforts fall short, four-legged rescuers from the canine center "Rescuer" come to the aid. In an interview with 24.kg, volunteers shared stories about the remarkable Barkhan, their missions in earthquake-stricken Turkey, as well as the searches for children and the difficulties they face, including the need to reach call locations by taxi.
On January 8, information was published in the Chuy region about the detention of a suspect in a domestic violence case. According to data provided by the press service of the Main Internal Affairs Department, on January 7, a woman from the village of Ivanovka reported to the Issyk-Ata District Internal Affairs Department. She stated that around noon, her husband had beaten her. After a medical examination, the victim was diagnosed with a closed fracture of the fourth rib on the right side, as
Graham also added that after the meeting with Trump, where various issues were discussed, the president expressed support for a bipartisan bill on sanctions against Russia. He announced this in his post on the social network X. In November 2025, Graham indicated that this bill would give the U.S. president the ability to impose secondary sanctions and tariffs on imports from countries that purchase Russian oil and gas. The senator emphasized that this could encourage Vladimir Putin to initiate
In Shopokov, the work of the LLC "LAHORE STEEL MILLS" was checked, where foreign citizens also work. The press service of the president's representative in the Chui region reported this to a Turmush correspondent. The main reason for the working visit of the plenipotentiary was numerous complaints from local residents about the possible negative impact of the enterprise on the environment and public health. According to the townspeople, the issue of smoke pollution and the
A recent report from the UN Comtrade platform states that Kyrgyzstan has ranked among the top ten largest importers of chocolate coming from Russia. At the top of the ranking are Kazakhstan, Belarus, and Uzbekistan, which became leaders in purchasing Russian chocolate in 2025.
According to information from the press service of the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry of the Kyrgyz Republic, one of the main directions of the country's foreign economic activity in 2025 has become the active increase of exports to China. Currently, agreements have been reached on eight protocols concerning the supply of goods such as wool, cashmere, beans, meat, and poultry.
The President of Kazakhstan presented new powers and responsibilities for the akims of rural districts At a dialogue platform that brought together akims from all levels, Kassym-Jomart Tokayev spoke. This significant event was attended by about 80% of rural akims, marking a new step in the interaction between the government and society.
In the 2025/26 season, Miezis will begin playing for Ulaanbaatar Energy. His achievements include gold medals from the 2020 Olympic Games, silver and bronze medals from World Championships, as well as one gold and three silver medals earned at European Championships. Additionally, he was recognized as the Most Valuable Player at one of the Grand Slam tournaments. At the opening of the 2024 Olympics in Paris, Miezis had the honor of carrying the Latvian flag, alongside volleyball player Tina
Immediately after the capture, various images of Maduro began to appear on social media. The fact-checking team from Euronews, known as The Cube, found that many of them were circulated in Spanish, Italian, French, and Polish. On January 3, American special forces conducted a swift operation during which they captured Nicolás Maduro and his wife. He was accused of drug trafficking and pleaded not guilty.
The Minister of Culture, Information, and Youth Policy, Mirbek Mambetaliev, shared with AKIpress details about the theaters that were renovated in 2025, as well as the replacement of equipment in them. Children's Theater: from "shabby building" to "sweet treat"
The U.S. Department of State recently included Kyrgyzstan in the list of countries participating in the new "Visa Bond" program. To obtain a B1/B2 visa (for tourism or business), Kyrgyz citizens may now be required to pay a bond ranging from $5,000 to $15,000.
According to media reports, U.S. President Donald Trump intends to restore Venezuela's oil industry, which is currently in a "catastrophic state." Years of neglect have led to corroded tanks, pipeline leaks, and a significant drop in production. According to information from the U.S. Energy Information Administration, Venezuela, which holds about 17% of the world's proven oil reserves, produced over 3.5 million barrels per day in the 1970s. However, that figure is now less
Protests have engulfed Minneapolis (Minnesota) following an incident in which U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents shot and killed 37-year-old poetess Rene Good. According to Minnesota Public Radio, thousands of people participated in the demonstration. The tragedy occurred on January 7 during a protest against ICE's actions aimed at enforcing immigration laws. According to law enforcement, Good, while driving a vehicle, attempted to run over an ICE patrol.
According to the received information, the recalled products include dry instant mixes under the brands: NAN 1 OPTIPRO, NAN OPTIPRO 2, NAN EXPERTPRO, NAN 2 Optipro, PRENAN, and NAN LACTOSE FREE, with specific production dates. This step is being taken as a precautionary measure within the framework of a global voluntary recall, triggered by the potential risk of the presence of the toxin cereulide in the raw material, specifically in arachidonic acid. The distributor has already begun the
From February 7 to 8, a Grand Slam tournament of the World Series will take place in Paris, featuring judokas from Kyrgyzstan. This information is presented on the website of the International Judo Federation (IJF). Currently, 311 athletes from 52 countries have already registered to compete at the Paris Grand Slam-2026.
Mongolia will host the large-scale celebration of World Horse Day for the first time, which will take place from July 11 to 13, 2026, in Khui Doloon Khudag, located on the outskirts of Ulaanbaatar. The participation of 10,000 riders from 56 countries is expected. The organizers are currently working on creating a diverse program of events that will highlight all the charms of horseback riding. Five thematic zones planned for the event will cover entertainment, equine therapy, traditional
At the intersection of Kurmanjan Datka and Frunze streets in Bishkek, modern traffic lights with laser illumination for pedestrians have been installed. Abylbek uulu Bakai, the director of the municipal enterprise "City Road Transport Infrastructure," noted that in adverse weather conditions, such as rain or fog, the number of incidents where vehicles hit pedestrians increases. The new traffic lights are intended to improve safety and create comfortable conditions for pedestrians.
According to the draft resolution, which is available for discussion, the Rehabilitation Center will be integrated into the structure of the Republican Institution for Prosthetic and Orthopedic Products. This merger will create a new Republican Institution for Prosthetic and Orthopedic Products and Rehabilitation for People with Disabilities, under the management of the Ministry of Labor. This decision has been made as part of efforts to simplify bureaucratic procedures in the public service.
Donald Trump, the President of the United States, has signed a new decree under which the United States will cease its funding and participation in 66 international organizations. This list includes 31 organizations from the United Nations (UN) system. This was reported on the official White House website. The statement emphasizes that "many of these organizations support radical climate initiatives, global governance, and ideological programs that contradict the sovereignty and economic
The construction began in July 2025 and is being carried out by the companies "China Road" and "Alkatash." As part of the project, a new sewage treatment plant is being built, capable of processing 14,200 cubic meters of wastewater per day. Currently, the earthworks for 12 pumping stations have been completed, and the project is moving to the next stage. Upon completion of the construction, the centralized sewage system will cover the city of Cholpon-Ata, as well as the
Information has become available about the referee who will officiate the match between the youth teams of Kyrgyzstan and Vietnam in football. This match of the second round of the group stage of the Asian Cup (U-23) will take place on January 9 in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.
A pilot project with new requirements will begin on January 21, 2026 With the introduction of new rules, citizens of Kyrgyzstan who plan to obtain tourist or business visas of category B1/B2 for trips to the USA will be required to pay a visa bond. This innovation, reported on the official website of the U.S. Department of State, aims to reduce the number of cases of visa overstays, and Kyrgyzstan has become one of the countries participating in the visa bond pilot program.
In the first 11 months of 2025, the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry implemented numerous significant initiatives aimed at modernizing agriculture through the introduction of scientific methods and digital solutions. As part of scientific research, 35 projects were conducted focusing on crop production, animal husbandry, and pasture management. One of the most important topics was the study of the scientific foundations for improving and preserving the genetic
The head of the Ministry of Construction, Architecture, and Housing and Communal Services, Nurdana Oruntaev, checked the progress of the construction of wastewater treatment facilities in Cholpon-Ata. This was reported by the press service of the ministry.
This year, the "Milk Program" in Ulaanbaatar will include 189,600 primary school students. Starting in 2024, the Ulaanbaatar governor's administration will provide milk to 19,000 students from selected schools in the city two to three times a week. To expand the program, the budget for 2026 allocates 8.9 billion tugriks. This funding will allow for the provision of milk to 189,000 students in grades 1-5 of public schools once a week.
During a raid conducted in Uzgen, 18 minors were found on the street at night without adult supervision. This information was provided by the press service of the Interior Ministry of the Osh region. According to the data, employees of the Uzgen District Department of Internal Affairs organized a preventive event called "Teenager–Night" during the winter holidays to reduce the level of crime and offenses among youth.
The working group will focus on promoting the history of the Great Mongol Empire among the population, organizing events for people of all ages, as well as integrating anniversary ideas into the program of the National Holiday. In addition, the group will promote the achievements and culture of the empire beyond the country's borders through diplomatic channels. The group is led by Khassuuriyin Gankhuyag, Deputy Prime Minister of Mongolia and Chairman of the Organizing Committee for the
As a result of the attack, 100 people lost their lives, according to Reuters, citing a statement from Minister Cabello. He characterized the incident as a "treacherous attack," noting that among the victims were young people with no connection to the conflict.
According to information from the Main Internal Affairs Directorate of Chui region, a criminal case was initiated based on a statement from citizen J.R. under Article 211 (Theft of a motor vehicle) of the Criminal Code of the Kyrgyz Republic. As a result of operational search activities, the police were able to identify the suspects: N.A. (born in 2006), N.M. (2009), and Sh.B. (2008). All three were taken to the Internal Affairs Department of the Issyk-Ata district for investigative actions.
Donald Trump noted that many of these organizations support radical climate initiatives, global governance, and ideological programs, which contradict the interests of U.S. sovereignty and economic strength, according to an official statement on the White House website. The message emphasizes that American taxpayers have "invested billions" in funding these international structures, yet the "return on investment" has been minimal.
The approved production calendar for 2026 has been presented by the Ministry of Labor, Social Protection, and Migration. According to the Labor Code, the non-working public holidays include:
At the international athletics tournament "Christmas Starts. Memorial of E. S. Yalamov," which took place in Russia, Kyrgyz athlete Nursultan Keneshbekov took first place. Photo by the organizers. Nursultan Keneshbekov won the 'Christmas Starts' tournament in Russia
In the village of Ylai-Talaa, located in the Kara-Kuldzhinsky district of the Osh region, the A. Osmonov Secondary School is in need of major repairs. For this purpose, it is planned to allocate 5 million 880 thousand 785 soms for the renovation of the primary school building. The application for funding was submitted by the leadership of the Ylai-Tal district ayil okmotu with the aim of obtaining a co-financing (incentive) grant.
In 2025, Kyrgyzstan faced challenges in the energy sector, including a lack of capacity and ongoing negotiations with donors for the construction of the Kambar-Ata-1 Hydroelectric Power Station. Kaktus.media analyzes how the year unfolded, including power outages and the launch of new power plants. Rising TariffsAs of May 1, 2025, electricity tariffs in Kyrgyzstan increased again. The changes affected the following categories:
