On March 1, 2026, a new season of the Higher League football in Kyrgyzstan will begin. This season, 16 teams representing various regions of the country will participate in the tournament, significantly expanding the geography of the championship. Passionate fans can expect thrilling matches and bright moments of play.
Screenshot Citizen A.I. submitted a statement to the Internal Affairs Department of the Lenin District of the capital of Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek, requesting assistance in connection with an attack. According to him, on December 19, 2025, unknown individuals inflicted bodily harm on him without apparent reason and threatened him with an object that looked like a gun. This information was reported by the Bishkek City Police Department.
On January 30, the press service of the Main Internal Affairs Department of Bishkek reported the detention of a suspect in a car theft. On January 17, a resident of Zelenaya Street contacted the police, stating that his "Volkswagen Polo," left near his home, had been stolen around 11:30 PM.
At a public meeting of the Santa Clara city council, a man dressed in a Batman costume criticized the immigration policy of the United States. This was reported by the publication "Gazeta.ru". During the discussion of the upcoming Super Bowl, to which the immigration agency ICE was invited, the superhero sharply protested against the local authorities' cooperation with this agency and called for support for the protesters.
The deputy noted that residents of the country are actively complaining about rising prices. In Kyrgyzstan, there is an increase in prices for services in cafes, restaurants, taxis, and hairdressers, which exceeds similar indicators abroad. This was reported by the Speaker of the Jogorku Kenesh, Nurlanbek Turgunbek uulu, at a recent meeting.
Illustrative photo During the specified days, dry weather is expected in the central and eastern regions of Kazakhstan due to the influence of an anticyclone. However, fog and gusty winds should also be anticipated across the entire country, and icy conditions may occur in the western, southern, and southeastern regions. Nighttime temperatures in the northern part of the country may drop to -12 to -23 degrees, while daytime temperatures will fluctuate between -8 and -18 degrees. In the central
In the Kara-Suu district, two suspects have been detained for the distribution of extremist materials. This was reported by the press service of the Internal Affairs Directorate of the Osh region. According to the agency, employees of the Service for Countering Extremism and Illegal Migration of the Kara-Suu District Police Department, together with representatives of the Kara-Suu District Department of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB) for the city of Osh and the Osh region,
At a joint meeting of the parliamentary groups "Eldik" and "Ala-Too," deputy Ulan Primov stated that Kyrgyzstan should appeal to the EAEU court due to the deteriorating situation of migrants from the country who are in Russia. According to him, the requirements for migrants in Russia are becoming increasingly strict.
Edil Baisalov highlighted the types of social support for the population At the last meeting of the parliamentary groups of the Jogorku Kenesh, Deputy Prime Minister Edil Baisalov shared information about the social support measures currently in place. He noted that according to the current legislation of the country, six different types of social payments are provided, and on average, about 300 thousand people receive such assistance every month. Key measures include: “Balaga suyunchu” for
In 2025, employees of the Ombudsman Institute of Kyrgyzstan conducted an analysis of the work of the National Center for Oncology and Hematology (NCOH), as well as the pediatric oncology and hematology department of the National Center for Maternal and Child Health. During the monitoring, representatives of the akiykatchi discovered serious systemic problems and violations of patients' rights, indicating a low level of provided oncological care.
At the meeting of the deputies from the "Mekenchil" group, Zhanibek Abirov raised the issue concerning the residents of the Lenin District of Bishkek, who expressed concerns about the possible demolition of their homes on Sheraliyev Street. This is related to plans for the expansion of the street, which covers the section from Akhunbaev Street to Gagarin and includes a connection to Termechikova Street. Abirov urged the city authorities to provide clarifications so that the deputies
From January 31 to February 2, 2026, snow avalanches are forecasted in the mountainous areas of Kyrgyzstan, as well as on the Bishkek—Osh highway (from 198 to 255 km, including the Ala-Bel pass and the Chychkan gorge). In addition, snow drifts, ice, and snow cover are expected. This information was provided by Kyrgyzhydromet. Drivers are advised to maintain a distance of 500 meters when passing through potentially hazardous areas.
The information from the Ombudsman Institute indicates that the situation at the National Oncology Center is becoming critical. The press service of the agency reports a severe shortage of modern medical equipment, which complicates the provision of quality care to patients with oncological diseases. During a monitoring conducted in August 2025, it was found that out of three linear accelerators used for radiation therapy, two were out of order, and treatment was only being carried out on an
On January 30, 2026, a 12-year-old girl, J.N., a student of school No. 94, was found in the Lenin district of Bishkek after going missing on January 29. According to the press service of the Sverdlovsk district police, the girl was discovered safe and sound. The girl left the educational institution around 1:00 PM, boarding a bus, after which her whereabouts became unknown.
He reported that during the pandemic, the poverty level reached 30% At a meeting of parliamentary groups of the Jogorku Kenesh, Deputy Prime Minister Edil Baisalov stated that the current poverty level in Kyrgyzstan is approximately 25%.
From January 31 to February 2, avalanches are expected on the Bishkek — Osh highway, as reported by the Ministry of Emergency Situations of the Kyrgyz Republic. Specifically, avalanches may occur:
In a recent conversation, rapper Sean Combs, better known as P. Diddy, made a shocking statement about his involvement in the murder of Tupac Shakur, also known as 2Pac. This information was published by the New York Post. Tupac Shakur is mentioned in a lawsuit filed by an alleged rape victim.
With Kyrgyzstan's transition to a 12-year education system, many parents are expressing concern. While the authorities refer to international practices, they fear that children are struggling with both the new curricula and heavy backpacks. The editorial team of Kaktus.media spoke with the mother of a second grader who demonstrated what her 7-year-old son carries to school every day and the consequences it leads to. “He should be in first grade, but he is in second”Nazira Aytalieva lays
In Osh, raids continue to identify unauthorized constructions on Shakirov Street. These activities were initiated by Mayor Jenishbek Toktorbaev, as reported by the city administration. According to the city’s Architecture and Urban Planning Department, specialists conducted inspections of several restaurants and commercial properties located along this street. During the inspection, cases of buildings exceeding the established red lines were identified, as well as unauthorized extensions
Today, a meeting took place in Bishkek between Mayor Aibek Junushaliev and a delegation from the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD). According to the press service of the mayor's office, the main topic of discussion was joint projects related to heating and water supply in the capital, as well as the city's participation in the "Green Cities" program initiated by the EBRD.
The Speaker of the Jogorku Kenesh, Nurlanbek Turghunbek uulu, along with members of the "Ata-Jurt" parliamentary group, visited the city of Kara-Balta. According to the press service of the parliament, the delegation examined the building of school No. 5, which was privatized in 2011 and returned to state ownership in 2018.
In early January, two cases of the disease were reported in the Indian state of West Bengal. Both patients are healthcare workers at a private clinic. Authorities in the country conducted monitoring and tracking of about 200 people who had contact with the infected, but no new cases were identified. Specialists found no signs of human-to-human transmission of the virus. According to WHO, the risk of further spread of the infection at regional and global levels is assessed as low.
The Ministry of Education will begin an interim monitoring of the implementation of the 12-year educational program. According to a press release, the results will be evaluated at the end of the first semester. A comprehensive analysis will be conducted based on surveys and observations to identify achievements and problems at an early stage of the reform.
As of January 30, 2026, at 11:00, IQAir recorded the air quality index in Bishkek at 139 AQI. This level of pollution is considered harmful to vulnerable groups of the population.
Kyrgyz wrestler Akjol Makhmudov is preparing for a match against an international tournament medalist from Bulgaria. His opponent will be Aik Mnatsakanyan.
The suspect attempted to force the witness to retract previously given testimony in a criminal case A man has been detained in Bishkek who, according to the police, threatened a witness with a gun and demanded that he change his testimony in a criminal case.
The main problems lie in the lack of modern equipment, including linear accelerators, as well as a shortage of medical personnel and vital medications. This leads to a deterioration in the health of patients and an increase in mortality from oncological diseases, which also creates serious socio-economic difficulties for their families, as many are forced to seek treatment in private clinics. At the National Oncology Center, there are queues for radiation therapy, where patients may wait for
A briefing dedicated to the outcomes of the 4th Plenary Session of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of China (CPC) of the 20th convocation, as well as a plenary session on "Joint Development and Modernization" within the framework of the Dialogue of Analytical Centers of Kyrgyzstan and China, took place at the Jalalabad Balasagyn National University. The event was held in an atmosphere of friendship and cooperation. Cooperation in the fields of expert analysis,
In Kyrgyzstan, there may be a problem with water shortages in 2026 due to low snow cover levels. This was reported by the First Deputy Minister of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry, Zhanibek Kerimaliev, at a meeting of the "Mekenchil" parliamentary group on January 30. Deputy Aisarakan Abdibaeva raised the issue of a possible drought in 2026 and inquired about the measures that would be taken to maintain the water balance. In response, Kerimaliev spoke about the
At a recent meeting between the president of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Temir Sariev, and representatives of the textile industry, important aspects of the further development of this sector were discussed. As a result of the discussion, a decision was made to create an expert group that will operate under the auspices of the Chamber and will include both businessmen and specialists from relevant associations. The main task of the new group will be to develop practical and
Fury, who is now 37 years old, first stepped into the professional ring in 2008 and has become a world champion twice. In his last fight in December 2024, he lost to Usyk by unanimous decision. Now the boxer is returning to the ring again: on April 11, he will have his first fight on home soil in almost four years, with the opponent being Russian heavyweight Arslanbek Makhmudov. This tournament will be broadcast on the Netflix platform, which will present live boxing for the first time in the
According to the press service of the Ministry of Energy, in 2025, more than 150 kilometers of SIP cables were laid and updated in the Chui region. General information about the Chui region: 7.52 km of 35/10 kV overhead power lines were laid; 15.75 km of 10 kV overhead lines using SIP-3; 146.24 km of 10 kV overhead lines transitioned to SIP-2. Breakdown by districts: Alamudun district – 31.2 km; Kemin district – 6.2 km; Moscow district – 13.7 km; Jail district – 23.34 km; Sokuluk district –
By 2025, the project portfolio of the PPP Center includes more than 90 initiatives, with total declared private investments exceeding 434 billion soms. Currently, 65 of these projects are already in the implementation process. Over the past year, 14 new agreements have been signed, allowing for the attraction of over 3.9 billion dollars into the economy of the Kyrgyz Republic. This information was provided by the National Investment Agency under the President of the country.
The video is actively being discussed online, showing a man in a black leather coat skillfully stealing a toy gun from a shelf while his girlfriend quickly stuffs toys and other items into a bag. The situation looks like a scene from a parody crime movie, but in reality, it is happening in a real store. According to the store owners, the "tourists" acted with surprising confidence and quickly left the premises, leaving the staff bewildered. The entrepreneurs are currently trying to
As of the end of last year, the reserves amounted to 8.2 billion dollars. The National Bank of Kyrgyzstan reported that the country's international reserves have reached 10 billion dollars. This was announced by the bank's chairman Melis Turgunbaev.
Kasymaliev emphasized that the significant increase in revenue was made possible by the implementation of the national digital platform "Smart Bajy." He noted: "If we had not digitized the system in time, it could have led to serious problems in operations." During his speech, he also pointed out that more than 25% of the republican budget revenues come from customs payments. At the same time, the workload on each customs officer has increased. According to Kasymaliev, the
Illustrative photo According to a statement from the IDF, they disputed the UN data on the percentage of casualties among the civilian population. According to the calculations of the Israeli army, about 25,000 of the deceased were members of Hamas. At the beginning of 2024, about 13% of the rockets fired by Hamas landed in the Gaza Strip, resulting in casualties among Palestinians, the IDF noted. The Israeli army also stated that Hamas executed a significant number of Palestinians whom they
- In 2023, Tesla will cease production of its Model S and Model X models, which have long symbolized the transition to electric mobility. This was announced by Elon Musk, the company's CEO, during a press conference following the quarterly results, according to information from Carscoops. Musk noted that production of the Model S sedan and Model X crossover in California will be halted as early as the next quarter. The freed-up space at the Fremont factory will be repurposed for the
According to Sheralizoda, each of these phenomena lasts several days. He noted that the main sources of dust storms are the deserts of North Africa and the Middle East, from where dust and sand enter the country along with cyclones. Last year, a similar press conference reported 35 dust storms; however, no data on the number of days was provided at that time.
The Eurasian Economic Commission has announced the introduction of a product traceability system within the EAEU, which will come into effect on September 1, 2026. According to the list approved by the EEC Council, the following groups of goods will be under constant control:
"In Kyrgyzstan, only 15% of citizens actively engage in sports" A comprehensive program aimed at the development of physical culture and sports until 2030 has been developed in the Kyrgyz Cabinet of Ministers, which is currently being discussed with the public.
- The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine is preparing a project to place more than 1000 Ukrainian products on international online platforms. This initiative is included in the government’s action plan, which is set to last until 2030. The implementation timeline for this measure is defined from the first quarter of 2026 to the fourth quarter of 2027. The Ministry of Economy and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs have been appointed as responsible for its execution.
Tyson Fury, the 37-year-old former world champion in the heavyweight division, has confirmed his intentions to return to professional boxing. His first comeback fight will take place on April 11 in the UK, where he will face Arslanbek Makhmudov.
Today, at a meeting of the "Mekenchil" deputy group, Deputy Mayor Azamat Kadyrov announced plans to transfer part of the agricultural lands in Bishkek for development. This statement was made during the discussion of the General Plan for the city's development until 2050. In response to a question from Deputy Erkeaiym Seitkaziyeva regarding whether the General Plan takes into account the possible expansion of the city and changes in administrative-territorial division, Kadyrov
A new study published in the journal Frontiers in Nutrition points to a troubling link between the consumption of ultra-processed foods and the deterioration of mental health. Researchers analyzed data from over 400,000 participants across 60 countries, allowing them to draw important conclusions about the impact of food on emotional well-being and cognitive functions. As part of this large-scale international survey conducted in 2023, researchers assessed the psychological state of
Construction of a new Center for Veterinary Medicines and Feed Additives continues in Kyrgyzstan. Currently, all work on the building's foundation has been completed. This modern complex, the project of which is being implemented with the support of the Veterinary Service and Animal Husbandry Development, aims to improve the quality control system in the agricultural sector.
The issue of the need to revise state support for families with children was raised in the Parliament At a recent meeting of the united deputy groups "Eldik" and "Ala-Too," parliamentarian Akylbek Tumonbaev emphasized the importance of revising the existing system of benefits for families with children.
- For the spring fieldwork of 2026, the price for a liter of diesel fuel for agricultural producers was set at 74 soms. This became known on January 30, 2026, during a meeting of the "Mekenchil" parliamentary group from Deputy Minister of Agriculture Zhanibek Kerimaliev. However, Deputy of the Jogorku Kenesh Shaiyrbek Tashiev expressed his dissatisfaction with this measure, stating that such a price is not a real support for farmers.