Sports

In Bishkek, the best sports journalists of Kyrgyzstan have been determined

The first Sport Shamy 2025 awards ceremony took place in Bishkek, marking an important event in the world of sports journalism in Kyrgyzstan. The best representatives of this profession were announced at the event. The award was established last year with the support of the Union of Sports Federations of the Kyrgyz Republic and the Federation of Sports Journalists of the Kyrgyz Republic. Throughout the year, journalists could submit their works, which were evaluated by a judging panel. Fourteen

14.02.2026, 18:02
Society

In the Manas District, the 37th anniversary of the withdrawal of troops from Afghanistan was celebrated.

On February 13, an event dedicated to the 37th anniversary of the withdrawal of Soviet troops from Afghanistan took place in the Park of Afghan Warriors (also known as the Park of Internationalists) in the Manas district. The event featured speeches by Akim Bakytbek Suyunbaev, leaders of the ayil okmotu, border guards, and representatives of various organizations. The ceremony began at the Eternal Flame, where congratulatory words were spoken in memory of the fallen warriors, a prayer was read,

14.02.2026, 18:00
Incidents

In Bishkek, a member of a Russian organized crime group, who was on the international wanted list, has been detained.

A citizen of the Russian Federation, I.M.M., born in 1989, who was on an international wanted list, was detained by law enforcement officers. The operation for his detention, called "Bandit," took place on February 13. It involved officers from the Drug Control Service of the Ministry of Internal Affairs, as well as representatives from Interpol and the Special Operations Department of the Ministry of Internal Affairs in Bishkek.

14.02.2026, 17:55
Incidents

A teenager has been detained in the Issyk-Ata district on suspicion of trafficking in psychotropic substances.

In the Chui region, police officers detained a young man suspected of illegal trafficking of psychotropic substances. This situation was reported by the Main Department of Internal Affairs of the region. It is reported that on February 11, 2026, information was received at the Internal Affairs Department of the Issyk-Ata district regarding the possible storage and distribution of drugs in a house located in the village of Novopokrovka. An investigative team went to the specified address, and

14.02.2026, 17:52
Economy

Import of dried leguminous vegetables from Kazakhstan increased by 3.1 times in the 11 months of 2025.

- The import of dried leguminous vegetables from Kazakhstan in 2025 increased by 3.1 times compared to the same period in 2024. This is reported by data from the National Statistical Committee. According to the information from the agency, from January to November 2025, Kyrgyzstan purchased 32.6 thousand tons of dried leguminous vegetables from Kazakhstan for $11.8 million. In 2024, during the same period, the import volume was 10.2 thousand tons worth $4.4 million.

14.02.2026, 17:52
In Bishkek, a house worth 3 million soms was "cleaned out": a repeat offender arrested
Incidents

In Bishkek, a house worth 3 million soms was "cleaned out": a repeat offender arrested

In Bishkek, officers from the criminal investigation department of the Oktobersky district arrested a man suspected of a series of apartment burglaries. A resident of the city named J.N. filed a statement with the Investigation Service. She reported that on the night of January 30 to 31, 2026, unknown criminals broke into her house located in the residential area of "Kok-Zhar" by prying open a plastic window. As a result of the theft, money and gold jewelry worth a total of 3 million

14.02.2026, 17:25
Incidents

In the city of Osh, fake bloggers involved in extortion and blackmail have been detained

Employees of the Internal Affairs Department of the city of Osh conducted an operation called "Bandit," during which the activities of a group posing as bloggers and engaged in extortion from citizens were halted. This was reported by the press service of the city's police. According to information from the Internal Affairs Department, a 22-year-old man named A.B. turned to law enforcement as a victim of blackmail. He stated that on February 10 of this year, while in a car with a

14.02.2026, 17:16
In Novopokrovka, a young dealer with blocks of psychotropic substances has been detained
Incidents

In Novopokrovka, a young dealer with blocks of psychotropic substances has been detained

A young man suspected of illegal sale of psychotropic substances was detained in the Chuy region, as reported by the press service of the regional police department. On February 11, information about possible storage and distribution of drugs in one of the houses in the village of Novopokrovka was received by the police department of the Issyk-Ata district. Following this, an investigative operational group was dispatched to the scene.

14.02.2026, 17:16
Incidents

In 2025, fire damage in Kyrgyzstan increased by 2.5 times, 53 people died

At a briefing in Bishkek on February 13, Deputy Minister of Emergency Situations Azamat Mambetov reported that in 2025, Kyrgyzstan experienced 3,757 fires, claiming the lives of 53 people. The total material damage from these incidents amounted to 2 billion 71 million soms. Compared to 2024, the number of fires increased by 19%, the number of victims rose by 17%, and financial losses grew by 2.5 times.

14.02.2026, 17:15
Incidents

In Bishkek, drug enforcement officers conducted raids at Zira, Dvor bar, Groove, and other clubs

Employees of the Ministry of Internal Affairs, engaged in the fight against illegal drug trafficking, conducted a series of preventive measures in nightclubs in the capital of Kyrgyzstan. According to information provided by the Drug Control Service (DCS), these raids were organized to enhance control over compliance with legislation in the field of drug trafficking, as well as to ensure safety and order among citizens.

14.02.2026, 17:13
Education

The Russian Ambassador spoke about the cooperation between Kyrgyzstan and Russia in the field of education

During a briefing, the Russian ambassador to Kyrgyzstan, Sergey Vakunov, reported significant progress in the field of education between Kyrgyzstan and Russia. He emphasized that education remains one of the priority areas of joint work. One of the key projects is the construction of nine new general education schools in Kyrgyzstan, funded by the Russian Federation. This project is referred to as "presidential," as its launch took place with the participation of the presidents of both

14.02.2026, 17:10
Exclusive

The Cabinet has established preferential tariffs for coal transportation by rail for the Bishkek CHPP.

- The Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic has updated the resolution dated May 28, 2025, No. 282, which concerns the preparation of various sectors for the autumn-winter period of 2025/2026. In accordance with resolution No. 86, adopted on February 11, 2026, the changes affect paragraph 7, which outlines the tariff regulation mechanism for railway transportation of coal intended for the Bishkek heat and power plant.

14.02.2026, 17:08
Exclusive

The Cabinet has changed the procedure for approving decisions regarding the state enterprise "Kyrgyztransneftegaz"

- In accordance with the new resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers, adopted on February 9, 2026, under number 71, amendments were made to paragraph 3 of the original document, which pertains to the management and coordination of decisions for this state enterprise. In particular, in the third paragraph of paragraph 3, the phrase “in agreement with the founder” was replaced with “in agreement with the authorized state body for the management of state property.”

14.02.2026, 17:04
Incidents

In Kyrgyzstan, 395 people were rescued last year

At a briefing held on February 13 in Bishkek, Deputy Minister of Emergency Situations Azamat Mambetov reported that in 2025, the department's rescuers assisted 395 citizens. This figure significantly exceeds the data from the 2020s, when the number of lives saved ranged from 200 to 240 per year. Thus, the increase amounted to more than 150 people.

14.02.2026, 16:59
Incidents

The State National Security Committee stopped the activities of a "black pawnshop" and an illegal lender

The State Committee for National Security of the Kyrgyz Republic reported the cessation of operations of an illegal pawnshop and lending activities. According to information received from the agency, on February 12, during activities aimed at identifying and suppressing illegal activities, A. A. T. was detained. He is suspected of issuing loans at inflated interest rates without the necessary licenses, followed by the confiscation of collateral property.

14.02.2026, 16:58
Tashiev's nephew removed from the position of head of the transport prosecutor's office - media
Politics

Tashiev's nephew removed from the position of head of the transport prosecutor's office - media

According to Kaktus.media, Nurgazy Matisakov, who held the position of head of the transport prosecutor's office, has been relieved of his duties. The publication clarifies that this decision is part of personnel changes within the prosecutor's office system. Previously, Matisakov worked in various positions, including as a prosecutor in the Uzgen, Jayil, and Issyk-Ata districts of the Chui region.

14.02.2026, 16:47
Incidents

During the New Year holidays, a man was left without a dashcam and money

As reported on February 13 by the press service of the Main Internal Affairs Directorate of Bishkek, a suspect in a robbery has been detained. The incident occurred on January 4 in the parking lot of one of the large hypermarkets. According to the victim, around 5:30 AM, he was attacked by strangers who took 10,000 soms and a dashcam.

14.02.2026, 16:47
Trump Administration Sues Harvard
World

Trump Administration Sues Harvard

The U.S. Department of Justice stated in its announcement that Harvard has repeatedly delayed the process of providing the requested documents. These materials, according to the department, will help determine whether the university's admissions policy complies with the U.S. Supreme Court's 2023 decision, which deemed programs considering racial affiliation unconstitutional. Furthermore, the Department of Justice clarified that it does not accuse Harvard of discriminatory practices

14.02.2026, 16:39
The Sun "smiled" at the Earth: astronomers showed a giant smiley face
Society

The Sun "smiled" at the Earth: astronomers showed a giant smiley face

A recent discovery by astronomers from the Institute of Space Research of the Russian Academy of Sciences has amazed the public: scientists presented a photograph in which the Sun appears as a giant smiley face. This image was published on the official channels of the Solar Astronomy Laboratory of the IKI RAS. Experts note that a shape resembling a smiling face, about 1.5 million kilometers in diameter, has formed on the surface of the star. The "eyes" of this smiley are two large

14.02.2026, 16:38
Incidents

41-year-old Rakhmat Tokonov left work and went missing

The press service of the Sverdlovsk District Department of Internal Affairs reported the search for Rakhata Duyshenalievich Tokonov, born in 1985, who went missing on February 3. According to his sister, he left work, located on Suvorov Street at GES-2, around 1 AM and has not returned home since.

14.02.2026, 16:37
Personnel changes occurred in the Prosecutor General's Office
Politics

Personnel changes occurred in the Prosecutor General's Office

Baimurza Maatov was relieved of his duties by the decision of the president's administration. He took the position of First Deputy Attorney General on June 7, 2024. Baimurza Maatov. Malik Bekturganov has been appointed to replace Maatov and will now serve as the acting First Deputy Attorney General.

14.02.2026, 16:32
Incidents

Sold someone else's "Range Rover" and kept the money for themselves. Suspects detained.

According to information provided by the press service of the Internal Affairs Department of the October District, suspects in fraudulent activities were detained in Bishkek on February 13. A citizen of the capital approached law enforcement authorities. He reported that on September 16, 2025, he handed over his 2019 "Range Rover" for temporary use, with the condition that it would be sold. However, after the sale of the vehicle, the money was not returned to him.

14.02.2026, 16:28
Incidents

The State National Security Committee detained the head of the investigation for pressuring a minor

According to the information from the State Committee for National Security (GKNB), 31-year-old B. M. B., while serving as an investigator, was handling a case of a serious crime against the sexual integrity of a minor, committed by a group of individuals. As a result of a decision by the Oktyabrsky District Court of Bishkek, this employee was placed in custody and sent to the GKNB pre-trial detention center.

14.02.2026, 16:25
Ministers of Energy from Four Countries Agree on Network Operation Modes
Politics

Ministers of Energy from Four Countries Agree on Network Operation Modes

The next meeting of the ministers of energy and water management from four countries took place in Tashkent, as reported by the press service of the Ministry of Energy. Participants included Jurabek Mirzamakhmudov, Minister of Energy of Uzbekistan, Shavkat Khамraev, Minister of Water Management of Uzbekistan, Taalaybek Ibraev, Minister of Energy of Kyrgyzstan, Yerlan Akkenzhenov, Minister of Energy of Kazakhstan, and Daler Djuma, Minister of Energy and Water Resources of Tajikistan. Leaders

14.02.2026, 16:23
Incidents

The GKNB and the SVR of the Ministry of Internal Affairs detained the head of the Investigative Service of the Internal Affairs Department of the Kemin District

As a result of joint actions by the State Committee for National Security (SCNS) and the Internal Investigations Service of the Ministry of Internal Affairs (MIA), "B.M.B.", the head of the Investigative Department of the Internal Affairs Directorate of the Kemin District, located in the Chui Region, was detained. According to the SCNS press service, the detainee, born in 1992, during the investigation of a criminal case concerning a serious crime against the sexual inviolability of a

14.02.2026, 16:23
Incidents

A Woman Was Deceived into Giving Up 988,000 Som. Suspects Detained

According to information from the press service of the Main Internal Affairs Directorate of Bishkek, on February 13, suspects in fraudulent activities were detained. A woman from the capital reported to the police that on September 23, 2025, she received a call via WhatsApp. The callers identified themselves as employees of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB), the Ministry of Internal Affairs (MVD), and the National Bank, and using deception, they forced her to transfer an amount

14.02.2026, 16:22
Economy

In the city of Gulcha, an illegally installed gas station was dismantled at the "ASK Neft" filling station.

- On the territory of the gas station LLC "ASK Neft" , known under the brand "Rossiya-Neft," located on Narmatov Street in the city of Gulcha, an illegally installed gas station was identified. According to the Osh regional department of the State Department of Architectural and Construction Control, the inspection revealed that the installation of the station was carried out without the necessary permits. As a result, the department's specialists decided to dismantle

14.02.2026, 16:21
World

Zelensky urged Trump to pressure Putin for the end of the war

At the Munich Security Conference on February 13, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky emphasized that the United States should pressure Russia to expedite the end of the conflict. He made this statement in a conversation with journalists, including representatives from Politico. Zelensky urged U.S. President Donald Trump to call on Vladimir Putin to cease hostilities and to offer Ukraine reliable security guarantees and support for post-war recovery.

14.02.2026, 16:11
The Ministry of Health and UNICEF Strengthen Cooperation in Immunization and Digitalization
Health

The Ministry of Health and UNICEF Strengthen Cooperation in Immunization and Digitalization

On February 12, a meeting took place at the Ministry of Health of Kyrgyzstan, where the Deputy Minister for Digital Development, Temirbek Erkinov, met with Samman Jung Tapa, the UNICEF representative in the country. During this meeting, current issues and prospects for bilateral cooperation in the field of health were discussed, including the sustainability of vaccine supplies, improving procurement and distribution mechanisms, as well as the effectiveness of immunization programs.

14.02.2026, 16:10
Incidents

In Bishkek, a raid "Den" took place on Mayakovsky Street

According to the press service of the Interior Department of the Sverdlovsk District, on February 13, an operational and preventive event called "Den" took place in Bishkek. Representatives of the local administration and tax authorities also participated in the raid.

14.02.2026, 16:05
World

The White House Published Provocative Valentines Featuring Maduro and Greenland

On Valentine's Day, the administration of the President of the United States presented a series of congratulatory cards on social media platform X, some of which sparked widespread public resonance due to their political connotations. One of the cards featured a portrait of Nicolás Maduro, the former president of Venezuela, with the phrase "You captured my heart." It is worth noting that in early 2026, he was arrested in Caracas and extradited to the U.S.

14.02.2026, 16:00
Incidents

A Walk Through the Village of Lenin ended for Bishkek Residents in Robbery

The press service of the Main Internal Affairs Department of Chui Region reported the detention of suspects in a robbery that occurred on February 7. Two young men, aged 20 and 22, approached the Internal Affairs Department of the Alamudun District and reported that they were attacked by strangers in a field near the village of Lenin. The robbers took mobile phones, a wallet with money, and watches.

14.02.2026, 15:59
World

In Europe, measures against Russia's "shadow fleet" are being discussed

At the Munich Security Conference, UK Defense Minister John Healey met with European colleagues to discuss measures against Russia's "shadow fleet." According to Bloomberg, during the meeting, the head of the British armed forces, Richard Knighton, proposed various courses of action, including the possibility of joint operations to seize tankers. Estonian Defense Minister Hanno Pevkur added that countries providing their flags for the "shadow fleet" should consider

14.02.2026, 15:57
Incidents

The Bailiff Service commented on the incident between citizens in Osh

The Enforcement Service under the General Prosecutor's Office provided a comment regarding the conflict between citizens in Osh, which can be read here. According to the agency, the incident occurred within the framework of enforcement proceedings initiated based on a court order from the Kara-Suu District Court dated February 28, 2020. The court order concerned the collection of alimony from citizen S.E.A. in favor of I.A.A. To verify the debt, which currently amounts to 51,737 soms, both

14.02.2026, 15:52
Incidents

Traffic accident in Karakol left three major districts without electricity

On February 14 in Karakol, around 13:20, a traffic accident occurred that led to significant power outages. It was reported that the driver of a "Toyota Corolla," while driving on A. Masalieva Street, lost control and crashed into a support of a high-voltage power line. The impact was so strong that it caused serious damage to the line and resulted in an automatic shutdown of the electrical network.

14.02.2026, 15:50