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A fire occurred in a mosque in Bishkek. A man was injured.

According to information provided by the Ministry of Emergency Situations, a signal about the fire was received by emergency services, after which at 11:16 two fire crews and the headquarters of the Sverdlovsk Fire and Rescue Unit No. 3 were dispatched to the scene. As a result of the incident, a man born in 1994 was injured; he sustained a minor hand injury.

20.01.2026, 19:41
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In Chui Region, the bodies of a 16-year-old schoolgirl and a 26-year-old man were found in a burned-out car

In the Chui region, in the Moscow district, the bodies of two victims—a 26-year-old man and a 16-year-old schoolgirl—were found in a burned Volkswagen Golf 3. This information was provided by the regional Internal Affairs Directorate. According to the police, on January 20 at 09:53, a report of a fire in a vehicle was received by the duty officer of the Moscow district police. The car was found on the eastern outskirts of the village of Spartak, in a wasteland near a lake, along the road.

20.01.2026, 18:19
Lawyer Rustam Isaev Detained in the Pawnshop Case
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Lawyer Rustam Isaev Detained in the Pawnshop Case

The State Committee for National Security reports violations by a lawyer Lawyer Rustam Isaev has been detained as part of an investigation into a case related to the activities of pawnshops, according to information published by the press service of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB).

20.01.2026, 17:47
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The GKNB detained lawyer Rustam Isaev. He is accused in the case of the owner of the pawnshop chain.

According to the press service of the State Committee for National Security of the Kyrgyz Republic (GKNB KR), lawyer Rustam Isaev has come under suspicion for involvement in fraudulent schemes related to extortion in the construction and collateral lending sectors. His detention is part of an investigation into a case in which Manas Sultanov (M. A. S.), who is engaged in pawnshop and usury activities, is accused. The GKNB claims that Isaev supported Sultanov's illegal activities, acting as

20.01.2026, 17:41
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The GKNB held a conversation with a citizen whose publications were deemed to incite interethnic discord.

A conversation was held with a citizen named Z. D. A, born in 1989, aimed at clarifying the situation. This was reported by the press service of the State Committee for National Security of the Kyrgyz Republic (GKNB KR). The agency stated that this citizen posted materials on social media that could be considered as inciting interethnic hostility. At the same time, Z. D. A. claimed that his actions were committed under the influence of alcohol and promised that he would not repeat such actions

20.01.2026, 17:21
The State National Security Committee has detained the lawyer of a major loan shark in a extortion case
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The State National Security Committee has detained the lawyer of a major loan shark in a extortion case

The State Committee for National Security of the Kyrgyz Republic reported the detention of lawyer Rustam Isaev, who was involved in a fraud scheme related to construction and collateral lending. Previously, Manas Aseinovich Sultanov, who was engaged in usury activities, was detained in connection with this case. According to the information from the State Committee for National Security, Sultanov used his position to profit from the financial difficulties of citizens, providing loans under

20.01.2026, 17:16
Detention of the Pawnshop Owner: GKNB Suspects Lawyer of Complicity
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Detention of the Pawnshop Owner: GKNB Suspects Lawyer of Complicity

In Kyrgyzstan, GKNB employees detained lawyer Rustam Isayev, who is involved in a criminal case related to large-scale fraud and extortion of property. According to the agency, earlier in this case, Manas Sultanov was arrested. He was engaged in pawnshop and usury activities, providing people with money under extremely unfavorable conditions with high interest rates, which effectively deprived them of the ability to repay their debts. The investigation revealed that Sultanov illegally seized

20.01.2026, 16:50
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Driver drank behind the wheel in the center of Bishkek and refused to obey the police

Employees of the crime prevention department in Bishkek prevented a case of driving under the influence of alcohol, according to information from the agency's press service. It became known that a signal was received at number 102 indicating that the driver of a Hyundai Palisade was consuming alcoholic beverages at the intersection of Akhunbaeva and 7 April streets, near the Globus hypermarket.

20.01.2026, 15:44
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In Bishkek, a man was found who left trash near a high-rise building. He was fined.

Municipal inspection workers in the capital were able to identify the man who littered in an unauthorized place near one of the apartment buildings. He was found with the help of police officers. According to information from the agency, an administrative protocol was drawn up against the violator under part 1 of article 115 of the Code of Offenses. He was fined 5,500 soms.

20.01.2026, 15:14
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An employee of the GKNB and his friend accused of fraud. The police and prosecutor's office are closing the case.

A resident of Bishkek, Ravshan Kanbekov, contacted the Kaktus.media editorial office to express his dissatisfaction with the inaction of law enforcement agencies, particularly prosecutors and employees of the Lenin District Department of Internal Affairs, regarding fraud related to car sales. According to Kanbekov, he is engaged in car trading. In the summer of 2023, acquaintances of his—Aziz and Kairat—approached him and asked to provide five cars on credit, promising to return the money

20.01.2026, 14:41
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The GKNB held preventive talks with a Kyrgyz citizen for his statements inciting interethnic hatred.

On January 20, the press service of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB) reported on a clarifying conversation held with Z.D.A., born in 1989. He came under scrutiny due to publications on social media that could contribute to inciting interethnic hostility. During the conversation, the man admitted that his actions were committed while under the influence of alcohol and promised not to repeat such actions that could lead to negative consequences.

20.01.2026, 14:18
In Bishkek, the company "Bina Group" was fined for violations at the construction site.
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In Bishkek, the company "Bina Group" was fined for violations at the construction site.

The raid on construction sites in the capital was conducted by the Minister of Construction, Architecture, and Housing and Communal Services, Nurdana Oruntaev, during which significant violations were discovered at the construction site of the training center located at Okeeva Street, 9 and 11. Photo by the Ministry of Construction The agency noted that the necessary construction standards and technical requirements were not adhered to at this site.

20.01.2026, 13:54
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Drunk Driver in Bishkek "Gave a Ride" on the Hood to a Policeman

Law enforcement officers detained a car hooligan who turned out to be without documents. In the capital of Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek, a driver was detained who, while in a state of intoxication, drove with a police officer on the hood of his car. This was reported by the Patrol Service of the Ministry of Internal Affairs. According to law enforcement agencies, the incident occurred on January 19, 2026, around 6:00 PM. The driver of the Toyota Estima was operating the vehicle without a driver's

20.01.2026, 13:40
Fire at the capital mosque extinguished
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Fire at the capital mosque extinguished

As a result of the fire, one person was injured, and the area of the fire was 150 square meters. A fire occurred in a local mosque in Alamedin, which was successfully extinguished. This was reported by the Ministry of Emergency Situations.

20.01.2026, 13:22
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Investigators of the Bishkek Police Were Reminded About the Prevention of Corruption

Today, a meeting was held at the Main Internal Affairs Directorate of the capital of Kyrgyzstan, attended by employees of the investigative bodies, according to the press service of the police. During the event, the head of the Bishkek Main Internal Affairs Directorate, Azamat Toktonaliev, emphasized the importance of preventing corrupt actions and called for accountability from those citizens who attempt to offer bribes. Proposals from investigators were also discussed, to which the leadership

20.01.2026, 12:17
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In the village of Alamidin, a mosque is burning

In Bishkek, in the village of Alamedin on Chuguev Street, an incident occurred involving a fire at a local mosque. According to information from the Ministry of Emergency Situations, two fire crews were dispatched to extinguish the blaze.

20.01.2026, 11:55
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In Bishkek, a drunk driver carried a traffic inspector on the hood. Video

According to information from the Lenin District Internal Affairs Directorate, the incident occurred on January 19 at around 6:00 PM. Patrol officers attempted to stop a Toyota Estima vehicle, driven by an intoxicated driver. It is reported that he not only operated the vehicle without a license but also failed to respond to the lawful demands of the inspectors. As a result, one of the patrol officers ended up on the hood of the car and was carried a distance of more than 50 meters.

20.01.2026, 11:51
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In Bishkek, an unknown person dragged a man on the hood of a car

An unusual event occurred in Bishkek: a driver dragged a man on the hood of his car. This incident was recorded by witnesses who sent the video to the Call center Kaktus.media. According to eyewitness accounts, the incident took place on January 16 between 11:00 PM and 12:00 AM on Auezov Street. In the video, the driver can be heard ignoring calls to stop and continues to drive.

20.01.2026, 11:48
In Bishkek, a Drunk Driver Dragged a Traffic Inspector on the Hood
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In Bishkek, a Drunk Driver Dragged a Traffic Inspector on the Hood

According to the information from the press service of the Internal Affairs Department of the Lenin District, the incident occurred on January 19, 2026. The driver of a Toyota Estima ignored the lawful demand of the traffic inspectors to stop and dragged one of them on the hood for more than 50 meters at speed.

20.01.2026, 11:05
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Safety violations at construction sites identified in Osh region

In the Kara-Suu district of Kyrgyzstan, violations of technical and construction safety standards were recorded at the construction site of a 12-story residential building. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Construction, Architecture, and Housing and Communal Services. According to the ministry, the contracting company Business House KG received an official notice detailing the identified violations and the deadlines for their rectification.

20.01.2026, 10:49
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Drunk Driver Without a License Dragged Inspector on the Hood and Ended Up in the Detention Center

On January 19, around 6:00 PM, an incident occurred in Bishkek involving a drunk driver who not only did not have a driver's license but also attempted to flee from patrol inspectors. According to the press service of the Lenin District Police Department, the driver of the Toyota Estima ignored the demands to stop and as a result dragged one of the police officers on the hood for more than 50 meters. The detained individual turned out to be a 37-year-old citizen, T.I. A protocol was drawn

20.01.2026, 10:21
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A Dangerous Moment in the Car Caught on Video. An Accident Happened Afterwards

In the Chuy region of the Chuy area, a video has emerged showing a passenger in a car attempting to exit the vehicle through the rear door while it is in motion. This information was provided by the Traffic Safety Department of the Main Internal Affairs Directorate of the region. According to the Traffic Safety Department, the driver ignored traffic rules and did not stop the car, continuing to drive. This incident occurred on January 19 at 09:10.

20.01.2026, 10:00
GKNB: Part of the territory of the central stadium in Osh has been returned to the state
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GKNB: Part of the territory of the central stadium in Osh has been returned to the state

The State Committee for National Security reported the return of a land plot of 2,700 sq. m, which includes buildings on the territory of the central stadium in Osh. This plot is now back in state ownership. Returned to the state property. Photo by GKNB. Returned to the state property. Photo by GKNB. Returned to the state property. Photo by GKNB. Returned to the state property. Photo by GKNB. Returned to the state property. Photo by GKNB. Returned to the state property. Photo by GKNB. Returned

20.01.2026, 09:43
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In 24 hours, three fires were registered in the Jalal-Abad region

According to information from the press service of the Ministry of Emergency Situations, three fires occurred in the Jalal-Abad region over the course of a day. In particular, in Manas, on M. Isakulov Street, fuel oil caught fire in a boiler room belonging to a municipal enterprise. Also, in the vicinity of a residential building on R. Egemberdiev Street, flames engulfed a gas stove in a bakery located on its premises.

20.01.2026, 09:38
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EMERCOM: 2 fires registered in Chui region within 24 hours

The press service of the Ministry of Emergency Situations reports that over the past 24 hours, two cases of fire have been recorded in the Chuy region. According to the provided data, in the village of Mramornoye, located in the Alamedin district, two rooms of a residential house, whose roof was covered with slate, were completely burned down. The area of the fire was 80 square meters.

20.01.2026, 09:30
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The GKNB Returned Part of the Territory of the Central Stadium of Osh to the State

On January 20, the press service of the State Committee for National Security (SCNS) reported the return of a land plot with buildings located on the territory of the central stadium in the city of Osh to state ownership. The area of the returned plot is 2,700 square meters and is an integral part of the stadium. This property was previously unlawfully transferred to private ownership with a change in its designation, which constitutes a violation of the law.

20.01.2026, 09:09
Part of the territory of the central stadium in the city of Osh has been returned to the state
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Part of the territory of the central stadium in the city of Osh has been returned to the state

The State Committee for National Security (GKNB) has returned part of the territory of the central stadium in Osh, which was previously transferred to private hands in violation of the law. This was reported by the press service of the agency. Photo GKNB The plot, covering 2,700 square meters and containing buildings, was illegally privatized with a change in its intended use.

20.01.2026, 09:05
Electric bus collided with a passenger car in Bishkek
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Electric bus collided with a passenger car in Bishkek

Photo 24.kg At the intersection of Tynystanova and Moskovskaya streets in Bishkek, a collision occurred between a Toyota Ipsum passenger car and electric bus number 4, which was following its designated route. The drivers of both vehicles are unable to explain how the bus ended up in the oncoming lane. Due to the incident, passengers of the electric bus had to exit the cabin directly onto the roadway.

20.01.2026, 09:04
In Osh, the state regained the territory of the central stadium
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In Osh, the state regained the territory of the central stadium

Previously, the land was illegally transferred to private hands In Osh, part of the territory of the central stadium has been returned to state ownership. This information was announced by the press center of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB). The returned area includes buildings and has a total area of 2700 square meters. According to the Decree of the President of the Kyrgyz Republic dated February 16, 1995, No. 37 "On Urgent Measures to Ensure Conditions for the Further

20.01.2026, 08:54
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Snow, Frost, Ice. How Many Bishkek Residents Sustained Injuries, According to Doctors

In Bishkek, nine people sought help at the Clinical Emergency Hospital due to injuries caused by icy conditions. This was reported in an interview on "Birinchi Radio" by Ilim Manapov, the deputy chief physician. Among the injured, seven received outpatient treatment, while two required hospitalization. Some of them were injured while skiing, while others fell on the slippery streets of the city.

20.01.2026, 08:23
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A large fire occurred at a service station in Bishkek

According to information from the press service, today, January 20, a significant fire occurred in Bishkek. The incident took place in the morning at a service station located in the residential area "Balban-Taimash" in the Lenin district of the city.

20.01.2026, 08:22
In Osh, part of the territory of the central stadium has been returned to the state
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In Osh, part of the territory of the central stadium has been returned to the state

In Osh, a plot of land with buildings, covering 2700 square meters, has been returned to the state and is located on the territory of the central stadium. According to information provided by the State Committee for National Security of the Kyrgyz Republic, this property was unlawfully transferred to private ownership with a change in its designation.

20.01.2026, 08:17
In 2025, over 8,000 traffic accidents were registered in Kyrgyzstan - GUBDD
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In 2025, over 8,000 traffic accidents were registered in Kyrgyzstan - GUBDD

During 2025, over 8,000 traffic accidents were registered in Kyrgyzstan, according to data from the press service of the Main Department for Ensuring Road Safety of the Ministry of Internal Affairs. This information was obtained based on the results of operational and service activities for the specified period. Among the main factors contributing to traffic accidents are exceeding the speed limit, errors during maneuvering, crossing into oncoming traffic while overtaking, driving under the

20.01.2026, 07:11