On February 14, an attempt to illegally move livestock across the Kyrgyz-Tajik border without using official checkpoints was thwarted. This was reported by the State Border Service. In the Leylek area, in the locality of "Tajik Nasos" near the state border, a border patrol detained a citizen of Kyrgyzstan, N.E.M., born in 1988.
In Bishkek, the driver of a Lexus GX470 was detained for displaying aggression and using foul language after a conflict. This was reported by the press service of the Patrol Police Department (UPSM). It became known that the incident was recorded as a result of monitoring social networks, where a video of the event appeared. It was established that the driver was a 35-year-old citizen named A.A.B.
Since February 13, an operation called "Bandit" has been underway in the Chui region, as reported by the press service of the regional police on February 16. The main objective of the event is to identify and suppress the activities of organized crime groups, as well as to search for individuals evading investigation and judicial proceedings. Within the framework of the operation, the collection and analysis of operational information about members of organized crime groups is also
According to information provided by the press service of the Patrol Police on February 16, officers of the Bishkek patrol police identified a driver of a Sprinter minibus who bypassed a traffic jam by driving on the sidewalk. A protocol was drawn up against the violator in accordance with the laws of Kyrgyzstan, and a conversation was held on the prevention of traffic violations.
A resident of the village of Orgocor, Suündük Asanalieva, decided to pursue the craft of felt-making after retiring, a passion she has had since her youth. In a conversation with a Turmush correspondent, she shared that she creates a variety of felt products and hosts tourists in the famous summer pasture of Kök-Jaiyk during the summer. Suündük was born on September 14, 1968, in the village of Tilekmat, located in the Jeti-Oguz district of the Issyk-Kul region. She was the seventh child in a
On February 17, 2026, we witnessed a unique astronomical event — a new moon, a solar eclipse, and the Eastern New Year coincided, attracting attention in both the media and social networks. Photo from the internet. Today, the first solar eclipse of the year occurred
The Arctic and Antarctic Research Institute has published photographs of the solar eclipse that was observed over Antarctica. The images were taken at the Vostok Station, as reported by Meduza. The duration of the total phase of the eclipse was 2 minutes and 19 seconds, while the total duration of the eclipse reached approximately four and a half hours.
According to information provided by the Ministry of Internal Affairs, criminals are using deepfake technology to create these videos with the aim of deceiving citizens. They attempt to mislead people, manipulate their trust, and persuade them to transfer funds or disclose personal information. In this regard, law enforcement agencies urge citizens to be vigilant and not to fall for the tricks of fraudsters.
In Kyrgyzstan, healthcare organizations are beginning to implement a digital inventory system for medical equipment called SAMEDIS. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Health of the country. On February 17, a meeting took place between the First Deputy Minister of Health Aibek Matkerimov and Indira Moldogazieva, a representative of the German Development Bank (KfW), and project manager from the consulting company GITEC-IGIP, Kerez Kelishova. The meeting discussed the
In Tajikistan, 405 citizens were released from legal responsibility for liking extremist and terrorist materials on social media, as well as for their distribution, reports the Asia Plus agency. The country's Attorney General, Habibullo Vohidzoda, noted that the number of crimes related to terrorism and extremism decreased by more than 23 percent (or 314 cases) in 2025 compared to the previous year.
The composition of the Kyrgyzstan national team, which will participate in the upcoming ranking tournament in Greco-Roman wrestling in Albania, has been announced. This second ranking tournament of 2023, named after Muhamet Malo, will take place from February 25 to March 1 in the capital of the country, Tirana.
The swan that could not fly was found on February 16 in the fields of the village of Shabdan, located about two kilometers from the Chon-Kemin State Natural Park. Locals caught it and handed it over to park staff for necessary assistance. The Ministry of Natural Resources urged citizens to be attentive to wild animals and to inform the relevant services about any injured individuals found.
Felix Kulov commented on the personnel decisions of President Sadyr Japarov, describing them as important for strengthening the state apparatus and protecting constitutional order. In his commentary, he emphasized that the dismissal of Kamchybek Tashiev, as well as the detention and dismissal of several employees of law enforcement agencies, demonstrate the priority of the law and the interests of the country over personal connections.
According to information provided by the capital's Main Internal Affairs Directorate, over the past weekend, more than 70 people were taken to police stations, where they were given preventive talks. As a result of the operation, more than 30 protocols on administrative offenses were drawn up under the article "Engaging in Prostitution." Each offender was fined 20,000 soms, totaling approximately 600,000 soms.
As part of the "Unusual Names" series, our hero is Rabbil Kubanych uulu from the village of Chymkorgon, located in the Kemin district of the Chui region. The name Rabbil translates to "Creator" [Kyrgyz: "жаратуучу"].
A man suspected of involving girls in drug use has been detained in Bishkek, reports the Internal Affairs Department of the Lenin District. According to police information, on February 17, a call was received on the hotline "102," reporting that an unknown young man was offering drugs to girls in one of the houses on Matyiev Street. The caller stated that his niece was in that house and had also been offered to use prohibited substances.
A meeting of the commission established under the Cabinet of Ministers took place in Bishkek, dedicated to the perpetuation of the memory of outstanding figures of Kyrgyzstan. As a result of the discussion of 44 proposals, it was decided to name several educational institutions after well-known personalities and to install monuments. Photo by the press service of the Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic. The commission under the cabinet supported 44 proposals for perpetuating memory
According to information provided by the police, on February 13 at 12:16, a report was received at the police department that the body of a woman had been found in a house on Krupskaya Street in the village of Belovodskoye. An investigative operational group was dispatched to the scene. During the examination, bodily injuries were discovered on the neck, face, and back of the head of the deceased. It has been clarified that the woman lived in this house with a man and his children.
A resident of the village of Zhany-Talap, located in the Ak-Talinsky district of the Naryn region, won a victory at an international wrestling tournament. According to information provided by local activist Syrtbek Ismagul uulu, Asel Toktosun kyzy won a gold medal at the "Klippan Lady Open" tournament held in Sweden. She competed in the under 49 kg category among girls. It is worth noting that the athlete previously won a silver medal at the III Asian Games for cadets, which will take
At the XIII International Forum of Young Cinema "Umut," 18 films have been selected, reports the Fund for the Development of Cinematography of Kyrgyzstan. The organizers noted that the number of submitted works was significant, and unfortunately, not all films could make it into the competition program. "We sincerely thank everyone for their interest in our forum!" they added.
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In 2025, 9 schools and 9 kindergartens were renovated in Osh, along with the construction of 7 sports facilities and 2 cultural institutions. Additionally, at the instruction of the President of the Kyrgyz Republic, 2.2 billion soms were allocated from the Stabilization Fund, of which 2 billion were directed towards the repair of 8 key streets. The remaining 200 million soms were used for the construction of sidewalks and landscaping. Adylbek Kasymaliev also emphasized that millions of soms
Two suspects were detained in the Moscow district of the Chui region after, according to the police, they became involved in a fight, resulting in one of the men sustaining a stab wound. This information was provided by representatives of law enforcement agencies. The events unfolded on the night of February 14, around 00:30, in the village of Petrovka. A group of three young men, under the influence of alcohol, arrived from Bishkek and began to argue with a local resident and his friends on
The State Tax Service has announced a new procedure for determining the date of occurrence of tax liability for value-added tax and the single tax. These changes to the Tax Code will come into effect on January 1, 2026. According to the agency, tax liability will arise based on one of the following three dates:
As a result of the Constitutional Court meeting held on February 17, 2026, important conclusions were made regarding the legal foundations of the constitutional order in the country. The court noted that the Constitution serves as the basis for the creation and functioning of public authority. It must remain stable, ensuring the rule of law, while also being able to adapt to changes in society and respond to new challenges. On April 11, 2021, the people of Kyrgyzstan, as the source of power,
The first summit "South Korea - Central Asia" will take place on September 16-17, 2026. This information was announced by the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Korea, Cho Hyun, at a preparatory meeting in Seoul, noting that the meeting will serve as a foundation for long-term strategic partnership between the parties. Leaders from five countries in the region are expected to attend the event in the capital of South Korea: Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan,
In Kyrgyzstan, clear weather without precipitation is expected throughout the day. In the capital, Bishkek, the temperature will fluctuate from +6 degrees at night to +21 degrees during the day.
According to information provided by the Sverdlovsk District Internal Affairs Department, the incident occurred on February 15 at around 6:30 AM. Two assailants broke into a dormitory on M. Jalil Street, threatening a woman with a sharp object; they stole her diamond earrings and bracelet, after which they fled the scene of the crime. In connection with the incident, a criminal case has been opened under the article "Robbery." As a result of operational search activities, police
Roskomnadzor has not yet commented on the situation According to the Telegram channel Baza, citing its sources, there is a possibility of a complete blocking of the Telegram messenger in Russia starting April 1. The source claims that access to the application will be impossible both through mobile networks and fixed internet.
The press service of the Interior Ministry of the Lenin District of Bishkek reported on the search for 17-year-old Aylun Akkiyizova, who went missing on February 16. The girl, born in 2008, left for college and did not return. According to her mother, on the day of her disappearance, around 9 a.m., Aylun headed to the college at the I. Razakov KGTU. At 2:00 p.m., she contacted her family and said that she would return home in 2–3 hours after classes. However, she never returned.
On February 17, the Minister of Education Dogdurkul Kendirbaeva introduced the new head of the Department of School Education, Melisbek Muzulmanov. Previously, he held the position of Vice President of the Kyrgyz Academy of Education.
Today, February 17, a sambo tournament was held in the Talas region, organized by the internal affairs department. This event was dedicated to the memory of police lieutenant Bakyt Abasbekov, who tragically lost his life while performing his official duties. According to information provided by the press service of the regional police, law enforcement officers from the Talas region participated in the competitions. The wrestling took place in several weight categories: 64, 71, 79, 88, 98, and
One of the rarest collectible cards from the Japanese franchise Pokemon was sold at auction in the USA for an impressive sum of $16.5 million. This was reported by The Japan Times.
The Osh city hall and the president's administration have denied rumors that were actively discussed on social media regarding the possible resignation of Jenishbek Toktorbaev. According to their information, he continues to perform his official duties. On February 17, messages appeared in the Kyrgyz segment of social media stating that the mayor intended to say goodbye to the municipal team. However, these rumors have not been confirmed.
In the village of Saz-Bulak in the Tadas district, a new kindergarten "Shumkar Altyn-Uya" has been put into operation, designed for 120 places. As reported by the village administration of the Shumkar-Uya rural area, the two-story building was fully constructed using local budget funds; the total cost of construction amounted to 72 million soms. Modern, safe, and comfortable conditions have been created for the children. In addition, the opening of the institution has provided jobs
On February 17, 2026, a woman named A.A., the mother of the missing minor, contacted the Leninsky District Department of Internal Affairs. She asked for help in searching for her daughter — Aikyizova Aylun, born in 2008. Photo provided by the press service of the Leninsky District Department of Internal Affairs of Bishkek. Aikyizova Aylun
- Dastan Maksatovich Kadyrov has been appointed as the head of the Jalal-Abad Regional Department of Urban Planning and Architecture of the Department of Urban Planning and Architecture under the Ministry of Construction, Architecture, and Housing and Communal Services of the Kyrgyz Republic. The appointment order was signed by Minister Nurdana Oruntaev. This position was previously held by Bakytbek Baijigitov, who left the post at his own request.
According to information provided by the Internal Affairs Department of the Lenin District, Aylun left home at 09:00, heading to classes at the college affiliated with the KGTU named after Razakov. The last time she contacted her relatives was at 14:30, informing them that she would return in two to three hours after her studies; however, since then, her whereabouts are unknown. This incident has been registered in the automated information system (AIS ZHUI) of the Internal Affairs Department
According to data from the Ministry of Water Management and Agriculture, the area of vineyards in the country continues to increase. By the end of 2025, it will reach 2,870 hectares, which is 225 hectares more compared to the previous year. The total grape harvest has reached 5,990.1 tons, and the average yield is 20.5 centners per hectare. In order to develop viticulture in Kyrgyzstan, seedlings have been imported from Serbia, which have undergone phytosanitary inspection and were selected
Fake videos allegedly from President Sadyr Japarov are actively spreading online. The Ministry of Internal Affairs urges citizens to remain vigilant and not to fall for the tricks of fraudsters. Using the latest technologies, criminals create fake video messages, impersonating well-known figures, including the president. These materials are often generated with the help of artificial intelligence.
According to information from law enforcement officials, Nurgazy Anarkulov was detained today, February 17, at the border with Kazakhstan while attempting to enter Kyrgyzstan. Preliminary data, which requires official confirmation, indicates that he was calling for support for early presidential elections in the country, communicating with some former deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh, who partially confirmed this information.
During the meeting, the chairman of the committee, Bolotbek Borbieyev, emphasized that the proposed changes are aimed at the final elimination of organized crime. The draft law considers the introduction of the concept of recidivism of crimes and clarification of issues related to the confiscation of property. It should be noted that the concept of recidivism and increased responsibility for it were abolished in the country as of January 1, 2019, when a new edition of the Criminal Code was
On February 17, the Constitutional Court of the Kyrgyz Republic issued a final ruling on the powers of the president and the timing of the next elections. The judicial body reviewed a request from Sadyr Japarov and clarified key articles of the Constitution. The judges emphasized the importance of adhering to the "rules of the game," which ensures the stability of the state system.
According to the information from the mayor's office press service, the concert is expected to feature performances by well-known artists, which will make the celebration of Defender of the Fatherland Day especially bright and memorable.
Kanatbek Abdykadyrov, who holds the position of vice president of the Football Union of Kyrgyzstan and is also the director of the "Muras United" club, was detained today, February 17, at the airport. He was attempting to fly abroad with Kamchybek Tashiev, but law enforcement officers stopped him due to a watch card that had been issued against him. After his detention, Abdykadyrov was taken for questioning at the Main Department of Criminal Investigation of the Ministry of Internal
The press service of the Main Internal Affairs Directorate of the Chui Region reported the detention of a suspect in livestock theft on February 16. A resident of the village of Belovodskoye, located in the Moscow district, reported to the police that three sheep were stolen from his barn between February 10 and 12. The damage from the theft is estimated at 60,000 soms.
In the Osh region, in 2025, one city and 5 rural municipalities exited from subsidies. This was announced at a meeting on the results of the socio-economic development of the region. According to the presidential representative's office in the region, a collegial meeting was held on February 17 to summarize the socio-economic development of the Osh region for 2025 and to set priority tasks for 2026. The meeting was attended by the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers Adylbek Kasymaliev,
On February 17, an operational and preventive event called "Den" was held in Bishkek, as reported by the local police press service. The aim of the raid is to identify prostitutes and locations where this activity takes place.