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Ministry of Energy: Large-scale work on the modernization of power grids will be carried out in the Issyk-Kul region
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Ministry of Energy: Large-scale work on the modernization of power grids will be carried out in the Issyk-Kul region

In 2026, extensive work is planned for the modernization of electrical networks in the Issyk-Kul region, aimed at ensuring reliable electricity supply for the population. According to the Ministry of Energy, these steps will help strengthen the energy security of the region and create modern conditions for consumers. In particular, this year it is planned to replace 50 kilometers of outdated wires with modern SIP wires, which are safer and more resistant to adverse weather conditions. This

06.02.2026, 11:12
Cold Garage and Faith in God: How a Homeless Brit Survives Winter in Bishkek
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Cold Garage and Faith in God: How a Homeless Brit Survives Winter in Bishkek

Photo 24.kg. Briton Scott Friday In the center of Kyrgyzstan's capital, Bishkek, 62-year-old homeless British citizen Scott Friday has been living in a small garage for several months. This place has become his temporary refuge thanks to the kindness of caring local residents. However, the conditions here leave much to be desired: there is no electricity, and the temperature sometimes drops to critical levels. Despite all the hardships, Scott continues to fight for survival and hopes to

06.02.2026, 11:12
A man was detained in Karakol for distributing extremist materials
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A man was detained in Karakol for distributing extremist materials

A local resident was detained in Karakol on suspicion of distributing extremist materials on the internet. The information was provided by the officers of the Internal Affairs Directorate of the Issyk-Kul region. According to law enforcement agencies, the man posted on his Facebook page a publication taken from the account Turkiston-kg. A judicial linguistic and religious studies examination established that the published materials are linked to the religious extremist organization "Hizb

06.02.2026, 11:12
Incidents

Kyrgyzstani Illegal Immigrant Detained in the USA for Deadly Car Accident

The U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) detained a citizen of Kyrgyzstan who was involved in an accident that resulted in the deaths of four people. This information was reported on the official ICE website. According to the agency, B.B., born in 1995, illegally crossed the U.S. border using the CBP One app and then obtained a commercial driver's license in Pennsylvania.

06.02.2026, 11:08
Incidents

Recidivist formed a drug gang that distributed "chars" - SBNON

On February 6, the press service of the Drug Control Service of the Ministry of Internal Affairs reported the detention of members of an organized crime group involved in the large-scale distribution of drugs of Afghan origin. On January 17, operatives conducted a search of a vehicle driven by 35-year-old A.A.K. During the inspection, narcotic substances known as hashish or "chars" were found in the cabin. As a result of this operation, T.J.J., 31 years old, known by the nickname

06.02.2026, 11:03
Incidents

Malicious Alimony Debtor Arrested

The Enforcement Service under the General Prosecutor's Office in the Nooken District has decided to detain a Kyrgyz citizen who has been ignoring a court order to pay child support for an extended period. This was reported by the press service of the agency. According to the provided data, the child support arrears have reached a total of 351,224 soms.

06.02.2026, 11:01
Incidents

Members of the Organized Crime Group Detained for the Sale of Afghan-Origin Drugs

In Bishkek, the activities of an organized criminal group engaged in the large-scale distribution of Afghan-produced drugs have been halted. This information was provided by the press service of the Drug Control Service of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic. According to law enforcement data, on January 17, during investigative and operational activities, a search of a vehicle belonging to citizen A.A.K., born in 1988, revealed narcotic substances — hashish of Afghan

06.02.2026, 10:57
Camel passports are being introduced in Saudi Arabia
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Camel passports are being introduced in Saudi Arabia

In Saudi Arabia, the introduction of passports for camels has been announced as part of a strategy to manage this important cultural and economic resource more effectively. This was reported by Kazinform. The Minister of Environment, Water Resources, and Agriculture of the Kingdom noted that this measure will enhance control over property rights, as well as improve efficiency and productivity in this area by creating a reliable centralized database.

06.02.2026, 10:57
Incidents

A resident of Nooken was arrested for a month for evading alimony payments

In the Nooken district, employees of the Bailiff Service, operating under the General Prosecutor's Office, took measures against a citizen who had long ignored a court decision regarding alimony payments. According to representatives of the Bailiff Service, the alimony debt amounted to 351,224 soms, and despite the explanatory actions and coercive measures taken, the debtor continued to evade fulfilling his obligations.

06.02.2026, 10:56
Society

The exact date for the start of the Orozо fast has been revealed.

The Fatwa Council of the Muftiyats of the Organization of Turkic States has decided to begin the Orozо fast this year, scheduling it for February 19 (Thursday). The evening of February 18 will mark the start of the tarawih prayer in mosques, which is performed only during the month of Orozо. This was announced following a meeting of the Fatwa Council held in Samarkand. In Kyrgyzstan, it has also been confirmed that Muslims will begin fasting on February 19.

06.02.2026, 10:56
Seized 300 liters. Raid to identify illegal fuel trade in the Lenin District
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Seized 300 liters. Raid to identify illegal fuel trade in the Lenin District

Photo by the Internal Affairs Department of the Lenin District In Bishkek, in the Lenin administrative district, raids were conducted aimed at identifying cases of illegal circulation of fuel and lubricants. During these activities, 300 liters of fuel were seized from traders, as confirmed by the press service of the local internal affairs department. The raid was organized thanks to the cooperation of several organizations: the municipal administration of the Lenin district, the State Tax

06.02.2026, 10:55
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In Bahrain, the establishment of a Kyrgyz-Bahraini intergovernmental commission was discussed

- During his working visit to Bahrain, the Ambassador of the Kyrgyz Republic to Saudi Arabia, Ulukbek Maripov, held a meeting on February 4, 2026, with the Minister of Finance and National Economy of Bahrain, Sheikh Salman bin Khalifa Al Khalifa, the press service of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs reports. During the negotiations, the directions for further development of trade, economic, and investment ties between Kyrgyzstan and Bahrain were discussed.

06.02.2026, 10:54
In Bishkek, the Children's Assistance Center has been renovated
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In Bishkek, the Children's Assistance Center has been renovated

The major renovation of the Center for Helping Children in Bishkek has been completed. This center provides support to children who have suffered from violence and abuse. Deputy Mayor Victoria Mozgacheva, along with the Director of the Department of Social Development Aizada Junusova, visited the renovated facility and assessed the completed work. For over 11 years, the Center has offered free services in social, psychological, and legal assistance to children in difficult life situations,

06.02.2026, 10:51
Incidents

Police officers of the Uzgen District Department of Internal Affairs "were setting up" minors with wealthy men and blackmailing them, - GKNB

On February 6, the press service of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB) of Kyrgyzstan announced facts regarding the criminal activities of employees from the Uzgen District Department of Internal Affairs in the Osh region. According to the investigation, a group consisting of senior police officer Z.u.A. and juvenile inspectors N.A.N. and A.u.A. developed a scheme for extorting money. They involved a minor, T.A.U., born in 2008, in intimate relationships with wealthy men, after

06.02.2026, 10:50
Police used a 16-year-old girl for blackmail in the Uzgen district
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Police used a 16-year-old girl for blackmail in the Uzgen district

This case involves an inspector and employees from the juvenile affairs department. In the Uzgen district of the Osh region, law enforcement agencies detained police officers who extorted money using a minor girl. This information was announced at the press center of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB).

06.02.2026, 10:49
Intimacy for Blackmail. Police Officers Used a 16-Year-Old Girl for Extortion
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Intimacy for Blackmail. Police Officers Used a 16-Year-Old Girl for Extortion

Police officers detained in the Uzgen district of the Osh region are suspected of committing illegal actions against a minor. This was reported by the press service of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB). According to the case materials, the senior district inspector and his colleagues organized a plan in advance, within which they involved a 16-year-old girl in sexual services for certain individuals. They then staged an arrest and began extorting money from her, using blackmail

06.02.2026, 10:47
Society

Who is Awaiting Gasification in the Chui Region in 2026

The Deputy General Director for Economics and Finance of Gazprom Kyrgyzstan, Arzymat Aldayev, reported at a briefing on the company's achievements in the field of gasification. Since the start of the investment program, nearly 1,400 kilometers of gas pipelines have been constructed, covering 54 settlements and residential areas. These efforts have allowed 60,000 subscribers to be connected to gas, which accounts for about 300,000 residents of the country.

06.02.2026, 10:47
Society

The deputy demanded to relocate the tuberculosis hospital from the city center. She was responded to.

At a parliamentary meeting, Deputy Medina Kairylbekova raised the issue of the planned construction of a school just 50 meters from the tuberculosis hospital in Talas. She insisted on the need to relocate this hospital to a more distant location and asked Minister of Health Kanibek Dosmambetov to take control of the situation. In response, the director of the National Center for Phthisiatry, Abdullaat Kadyrov, provided clarifications.

06.02.2026, 10:46
Economy

The National Electric Grid of Kyrgyzstan will purchase special equipment at its own expense

In 2026, OJSC "National Electric Network of Kyrgyzstan" plans to purchase 35 units of specialized equipment, as reported by the company's press service. Funding will be provided from the company's own resources. The procurement includes the acquisition of 16 crew vehicles, 8 excavators, 8 cherry pickers with a height of 25 meters, and 3 tractor units with trailers. This equipment will be used for the maintenance of power lines, installation work, and transportation of

06.02.2026, 10:46
Trump proposed to develop a new treaty with Russia on nuclear deterrence
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Trump proposed to develop a new treaty with Russia on nuclear deterrence

In his account on the social network Truth Social, Trump noted that during his first presidential term, he significantly updated the U.S. armed forces by implementing new and modernized nuclear systems. “I prevented nuclear conflicts in various regions, such as Pakistan and India, Iran and Israel, as well as between Russia and Ukraine. Instead of extending New START (which was poorly signed by the U.S. and is largely being violated), we need to instruct our nuclear experts to develop a new,

06.02.2026, 10:42
The number of yaks in Kyrgyzstan has exceeded 61 thousand
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The number of yaks in Kyrgyzstan has exceeded 61 thousand

In the context of climate change, Kyrgyzstan is actively developing yak breeding, which is considered one of the most promising areas in agriculture. This was reported by the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry of the Republic. According to official data, the total yak population in the country is 61,650 heads. The main regions where they are concentrated include Naryn, Issyk-Kul, and Osh oblasts, where high pastures create optimal ecological conditions for these

06.02.2026, 10:40
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Bishkek is suffocating again: the level of polluted air has soared to three times above the norm

In Bishkek, there is a sharp deterioration in air quality. As reported by Kyrgyzhydromet, monitoring has revealed dangerous exceedances of permissible levels of pollutant concentrations. According to data from the environmental pollution monitoring department, the average daily levels of major pollutants in the air of the capital exceeded established norms by up to 3.25 times from January 30 to February 5, 2026.

06.02.2026, 10:39
Exchange rates in commercial banks of Kyrgyzstan on February 6
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Exchange rates in commercial banks of Kyrgyzstan on February 6

Information about the currency exchange rates was collected from the official websites of commercial banks. If you have any questions regarding the provided data, it is recommended to contact the banks directly. These data are current at the time of publication. The rates refer to cash currency exchange and may change throughout the day. The official exchange rate of the National Bank of Kyrgyzstan and current currency exchange rates in Bishkek are available here.

06.02.2026, 10:37
The GKNB Revealed Details of the "Werewolves in Uniform" Case in Uzgen
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The GKNB Revealed Details of the "Werewolves in Uniform" Case in Uzgen

In the Osh region, in the Uzgen district, law enforcement officers involved in a case of involving a minor in sexual acts were detained. This was reported by the press service of the GKNB. The agency established that the senior police officer of the Uzgen district, Z.u.A., along with juvenile inspectors N.A.N. and A.u.A., developed a criminal scheme. They extorted money by pushing the minor T.A.U., born in 2008, into intimate relationships with certain men, following a pre-agreed plan.

06.02.2026, 10:35
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In the center of Bishkek, lawbreakers were detained after a sensational video

On February 5, a video appeared on social media showing a group of men on Logvinenko Street in Bishkek violating public order by throwing trash and making noise, thereby disturbing passersby. After the incident was reported, the staff of the Pervomaisky District Police Department began an investigation and identified the participants. They turned out to be men born in 1988, 1996, 1994, and 1988 (M.Z., F.L., P.E., and P.V.). Protocols were drawn up under Article 126 of the Code of the Kyrgyz

06.02.2026, 10:33
Intensive Horticulture is Being Implemented in Toktogul on Arid Lands
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Intensive Horticulture is Being Implemented in Toktogul on Arid Lands

In the Toktogul district, a large project has begun, aimed at developing rain-fed lands for intensive horticulture. The initiative was launched by the Ministry of Agriculture of the Kyrgyz Republic, which is preparing 30 hectares of land using modern agronomic technologies to support local farmers.

06.02.2026, 10:30
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Refusal to accept cashless payments threatens a fine of 5,000 soms, - GNS

The Chief Inspector of the Department for Interaction with Banks of the State Tax Service, Ayana Aitieva, stated on the radio that sellers do not have the right to limit buyers in their choice of cashless payment methods. Referring to the law "On Consumer Rights Protection," she noted that buyers can use any available cashless payment methods—whether it be a bank card, electronic wallet, or QR payment. Sellers are required to provide such options.

06.02.2026, 10:29
Politics

Kyrgyzstan and Bahrain Discuss Launching Direct Flights Between Countries

In the near future, Kyrgyzstan and Bahrain are negotiating the introduction of direct flights between the two countries. This issue was discussed during a meeting attended by the Ambassador of Kyrgyzstan to Saudi Arabia and Bahrain, Ulukbek Maripov, and the Minister of Finance and National Economy of Bahrain, Sheikh Salman bin Khalifa Al-Khalifa. According to information provided by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the discussion covered a wide range of topics related to the development of

06.02.2026, 10:28
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Debtor who evaded alimony payments arrested for a month

In the Nooken district, actions were taken against a citizen who had long ignored a court decision regarding alimony payments, as part of the work of the Bailiff Service under the General Prosecutor's Office of the Kyrgyz Republic. As a result of his inaction, a debt of 351,224 soms was accrued. Despite efforts for enforcement and provided clarifications, the debtor did not fulfill his obligations.

06.02.2026, 10:28
Increase in Trade Turnover Between Kyrgyzstan and Bahrain Discussed
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Increase in Trade Turnover Between Kyrgyzstan and Bahrain Discussed

On February 5, 2026, during a working visit to Bahrain, the Ambassador of the Kyrgyz Republic to Saudi Arabia, Ulukbek Maripov, met with Abdallah bin Adel Fakhro, the Minister of Industry and Commerce of Bahrain. This information was announced by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Kyrgyzstan. During the conversation, the diplomats discussed issues related to deepening economic and investment cooperation, as well as the possibilities for increasing trade volumes between the countries. In

06.02.2026, 10:20
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"Starting from 2027, the import of bulk coal will be completely banned in large and medium-sized cities of the KR, - Daniyar Amangeldiev"

- One of the main problems at the moment is the consumption of coal in the private sector. This was reported on February 5, 2026, by the First Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet, Daniyar Amangeldiev, at a parliamentary meeting. Amangeldiev emphasized that the government also intends to tighten requirements for industrial organizations. In particular, enterprises that do not install purification filters will be subject to forced closure.

06.02.2026, 10:19
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In Manas, a group of young people brutally beat a man right on the street

A video recording capturing a brutal fight in Manas has already spread on social media. The footage shows a group of people beating one man right on the street. According to eyewitness accounts, the incident occurred on the night of February 5 to 6 in the MTU area. The video shows the attackers delivering multiple blows to the man lying on the ground. Information about the condition of the victim and additional details of the incident have not yet been disclosed. At the time of writing, there

06.02.2026, 10:17
The volume of money transfers from Russia to Kyrgyzstan reached a record 2.99 billion dollars
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The volume of money transfers from Russia to Kyrgyzstan reached a record 2.99 billion dollars

Nevertheless, money transfers from Russia to other countries in the region have returned to 2021 levels. After a sharp increase in 2022, driven by the mass exodus of Russians, there has been a decline in activity in 2023 due to the "adaptation effect" and difficulties related to international transfers. For example, transfers to Armenia decreased by 59 percent, amounting to 1.3 billion dollars compared to nearly 4 billion last year. The volume of transfers to Georgia fell by 13.6

06.02.2026, 10:16
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Missing resident of Kant found dead in Bishkek

Beishenbek Asyrankulov, who had been listed as missing for 25 days, was found dead in the Karagachevaya Grove located in Bishkek. This information was confirmed by his relatives, who informed 24.kg. At this time, the cause of his death has not been established. In this regard, a forensic examination has been appointed to clarify the circumstances of the man's death.

06.02.2026, 10:15
Broke traffic rules three times - get ready to take the driving test again
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Broke traffic rules three times - get ready to take the driving test again

In Kyrgyzstan, drivers who commit three or more serious violations of traffic rules within a calendar year will be required to retake the driving tests. This information was provided by the press service of the Main Department for Ensuring Road Safety. Photo from the internet This measure is part of the new Code of Offenses, which has added Article 37 (note 1).

06.02.2026, 10:10
World

UNICEF: More and more children are becoming victims of sexual deepfakes

According to researchers, one in every 25 children becomes a victim of criminals using sexual content deepfakes. This conclusion was reached by experts from UNICEF, the international organization ECPAT, and Interpol during a study that covered 11 countries. UNICEF notes that this issue is so serious that there may be at least one child in every classroom who has fallen victim to such crimes.

06.02.2026, 10:08