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The Federal Tax Service uncovered an underground workshop for the production of counterfeit vodka in the Archa-Beshik residential area.

In the capital residential area of Archa-Beshik, an illegal workshop engaged in the production of counterfeit vodka was discovered. The press service of the Tax Service issued a corresponding statement. According to information provided by the agency, employees of the State Tax Service, as part of raid activities for tax control, found this underground workshop in Bishkek.

30.12.2025, 12:47
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In Bishkek, guys fought at the entrance to the tavern, and after being detained, continued to behave aggressively.

According to information provided by the press service of the Internal Affairs Department of the Oktyabrsky District, the incident took place on December 29 at the entrance to a night establishment on Tokombaev Street. The time of the scuffle was recorded at 22:58, when patrol officers noticed a group involved in a fight. After their detention, the young men did not calm down and continued to behave aggressively, using obscene language and ignoring the instructions of law enforcement officers.

30.12.2025, 12:43
Domestic Violence. In Tokmok, a man broke his mother's arm while beating her.
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Domestic Violence. In Tokmok, a man broke his mother's arm while beating her.

In Tokmok, officers from the Main Internal Affairs Directorate of the Chui region detained a man who beat his mother. The incident became known after a 47-year-old woman, I.A., reported her son, 31-year-old I.S., to the local police station. According to law enforcement agencies, the incident occurred in October 2025, when I.S. was in a state of alcohol intoxication. He insulted his mother with foul language and, during the conflict, inflicted bodily harm on her, resulting in the woman

30.12.2025, 12:41
In Osh, former and current government officials detained in a case of illegal land alienation — Ministry of Internal Affairs
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In Osh, former and current government officials detained in a case of illegal land alienation — Ministry of Internal Affairs

In the city of Osh, employees of the Ministry of Internal Affairs (MIA) have detained several civil servants, both current and former, on suspicion of official misconduct. According to the agency, it became known that a land plot of 8,000 square meters, intended for social needs, was illegally removed from municipal ownership and transferred to private hands.

30.12.2025, 12:34
"On Their Way Home." Bishkek City Hall on the Death of 'Tazalyk' Employees in the Technical Channel
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"On Their Way Home." Bishkek City Hall on the Death of 'Tazalyk' Employees in the Technical Channel

Photo from the press service of the city hall Today, around 8:00-8:30, employees of the municipal enterprise “Tazalyk,” after finishing their work cleaning on Auezov Street, died in a technical channel. This was reported by the press service of Bishkek City Hall. The mayor of the city, Aibek Junushaliev, immediately went to the scene to assess the situation. He instructed to conduct a detailed investigation into the incident.

30.12.2025, 12:31
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Three men drowned in the BCHK: They were employees of "Tazalyk"

In Bishkek, the city hall confirmed that the three deceased men were employees of the municipal enterprise "Tazalyk." According to the city hall, the incident occurred on December 30. After completing their duties on a section of Auezov Street, the employees of "Tazalyk" were heading home around 8:00-8:30 and drowned in a technical channel.

30.12.2025, 12:20
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Men who drowned in the BCHK turned out to be employees of "Tazalyk"

The Bishkek City Hall confirmed that the drowned men worked at the municipal enterprise "Tazalyk." According to information, the employees had finished cleaning their section on Auezov Street and, while returning home around 08:00-08:30, fell into a technical channel, where the tragedy occurred.

30.12.2025, 12:14
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In Bishkek, a suspect in fraud has been detained

On December 30, the press service of the Interior Ministry of the Lenin District reported the detention of a suspect in fraudulent activities. A complaint was received by the police from a resident of the capital. She stated that from January to June 2024, she transferred an amount of 4 million 650 thousand soms to a girl, hoping for an increase in her income. However, according to her, the fraudster spent all the money.

30.12.2025, 11:54
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Gas leak in the Sulyukta mine: No casualties reported

In the Batken region, in the city of Sulyukt, a gas leak from the OsOO mine has been recorded; however, no fire occurred, according to information from the press service of the Ministry of Emergency Situations. As reported by the agency, 7 rescuers were dispatched to the scene to mitigate the consequences of the incident. A barrier has been installed in the mine, which is located at a depth of 260 meters. Fortunately, no injuries have been reported.

30.12.2025, 11:48
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Tragedy in the Bolshoy Chuy Canal: the death of three men confirmed

A tragic event occurred in the capital of Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek, resulting in the loss of human lives. This was reported by the Internal Affairs Department of the Sverdlovsk District. As stated by the press secretary of the Department of Internal Affairs, Nazgul Imanbaeva, the signal about the incident was received by the police today at 9:02 AM. Initially, it was known that two men had drowned in the Large Chui Canal on Auezov Street.

30.12.2025, 11:43
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In Tokmok, a drunk man beat his mother, breaking her arm.

On December 30, the press service of the Main Internal Affairs Directorate of the Chui Region reported the detention of a suspect in domestic violence. According to information received by the police, a 49-year-old woman from Tokmok filed a complaint against her son. She stated that in October, while intoxicated, he insulted and beat her, resulting in a fracture of her arm.

30.12.2025, 11:37
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Three Men Drowned in the Red Crescent Society in Bishkek

On December 30, a tragedy occurred in Bishkek, resulting in the deaths of three people, as reported by the press secretary of the Sverdlovsk District Police Department, Nazgul Imanbaeva, to the editorial office of "AKIpress Summary." A signal about the incident was received by the police at 09:02. According to preliminary information, two men drowned on Auezov Street in the BCHC.

30.12.2025, 11:30
Body of one of the three people who fell into the BChK found
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Body of one of the three people who fell into the BChK found

In Bishkek, in the Alamedin-1 microdistrict, the body of one of the three men who fell into the Large Chui Canal today, December 30, has been discovered. According to information from the Ministry of Emergency Situations, the identities of all the victims are currently being clarified.

30.12.2025, 11:25
In Tokmok, a suspect in the beating of his mother has been detained
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In Tokmok, a suspect in the beating of his mother has been detained

In the Chui region, in the city of Tokmok, a man has been detained on suspicion of domestic violence. This information was provided by the press service of the regional police department. According to reports, a local resident, I.A., born in 1976, contacted the police. She stated that her son, I.S., born in 1992, while intoxicated, caused her bodily harm and broke her left arm in October 2025. Photo from the Chui region police department. Detention of the suspect in the beating of his mother

30.12.2025, 11:17
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In Bishkek, an underground workshop for producing counterfeit vodka was discovered

As a result of a raid conducted by the employees of the State Tax Service, an illegal workshop producing counterfeit alcoholic products was discovered in Bishkek. This information was received from the press service of the STS. During the inspection of premises located in the residential area of "Archa-Beshik," 122 units of counterfeit alcoholic products, 2,180 excise stamps of questionable origin, and 110 liters of liquid with a characteristic smell of alcohol were found.

30.12.2025, 11:00
Searches are underway for three people who fell into the BChK
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Searches are underway for three people who fell into the BChK

In Bishkek, a search and rescue operation is actively ongoing related to the incident that occurred in the Big Chui Canal in the Alamedin-1 microdistrict, where three people fell into the water. Their identities have not yet been established. According to information from the Ministry of Emergency Situations, the signal about the incident was received early in the morning. At 09:05, five rescuers were sent to the scene to conduct search operations.

30.12.2025, 10:56
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Truck carrying petroleum products overturned on the Osh—Batken—Razak highway — oil spill has been contained

In the Kadamjai district, the work to clean the streets and the territory of the taxi park from petroleum products has been completed. According to local authorities, on December 27 at 03:30, on the 125 km of the Osh—Batken—Razakov highway, near A. Orozbekov Street in the city of Kadamjai, an incident occurred involving a DAF truck that was transporting oil.

30.12.2025, 10:54
Turkey Hit by Unprecedented Snowfalls: Schools Closed in the Provinces
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Turkey Hit by Unprecedented Snowfalls: Schools Closed in the Provinces

According to Euronews, Turkey has faced record snowfalls that have affected a wide range of mountainous areas in the Black Sea region. Particularly heavy precipitation has been observed in the provinces of Rize, Artvin, Giresun, Ordu, and Trabzon, where snow clearing operations are ongoing around the clock.

30.12.2025, 10:39
The GKNB held a meeting in Talas after the incident involving school students
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The GKNB held a meeting in Talas after the incident involving school students

On December 29, an extended meeting organized by the State National Security Committee took place in the Talas region. The meeting brought together heads of local administrations, law enforcement agencies, representatives of educational institutions, as well as school directors from the region. According to reports, the main goal of the meeting was to discuss issues related to preventing conflicts and offenses among students of general educational institutions.

30.12.2025, 10:37
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Missing: Anarbek Isakov

Isakov Anarbek Toktobekovich is considered missing, as reported by his relatives to the Turmush correspondent. According to their information, on December 21, he left his home located at the "Belek" dacha in the Sokuluk district of the Chui region, and since then his whereabouts have remained unknown.

30.12.2025, 10:37
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A Bishkek resident gave away his "Chevrolet Trailblazer" to have a bathhouse built for him, but he was deceived.

On December 30, the press service of the Internal Affairs Department of the First May District reported the detention of a suspect in fraud in Bishkek. A resident of the capital contacted the police on May 16, stating that in September 2024, he handed over his Chevrolet Trailblazer, valued at $20,000, as part of the payment for the construction of a bathhouse, which was estimated at $10,000. According to him, the worker promised to return the remaining $10,000, but ultimately deceived him.

30.12.2025, 10:35
Director of the school in Talas fired for antisocial behavior of students
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Director of the school in Talas fired for antisocial behavior of students

As a result of antisocial behavior among students in Talas, there have been personnel changes: the school principal and one police officer have been dismissed. This information was announced by the press center of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB). On December 29, as part of preventive measures against conflicts and offenses among students, a meeting was held organized by the GKNB. Representatives from regional and district administrations, law enforcement agencies, heads of

30.12.2025, 10:32
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A batch of poultry meat was returned to Uzbekistan due to antibiotics

During veterinary control at the temporary storage warehouse of the state enterprise "TI Kant," a batch of poultry meat was found to be non-compliant with the safety standards established for the countries of the Eurasian Economic Union. The product was imported from the company LLC FAYZ PARRANDA (Uzbekistan) for LLC "TT.Top.Trade" (Bishkek), as reported by the Ministry of Water Management and Agriculture. Tests conducted by an accredited laboratory confirmed that the meat

30.12.2025, 10:15
In Bishkek, a suspect in fraud of 4.6 million soms has been detained
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In Bishkek, a suspect in fraud of 4.6 million soms has been detained

In Bishkek, law enforcement officers have arrested a woman suspected of fraudulent activities amounting to 4.6 million soms. This information was provided by the press service of the Internal Affairs Department of the Lenin District. It was clarified that a local resident named D.K. approached the Internal Affairs Department seeking help regarding the actions of another citizen known as M.B. From January to June 2024, while in one of the shopping centers in the capital, M.B. deceitfully gained

30.12.2025, 09:59
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Storm Warning: Strong Winds Expected in Bishkek and Chui Region

According to information provided by the press service of the Ministry of Emergency Situations, strong western winds are expected in Bishkek and the Chui Valley in the next hour and throughout the day. Wind gusts may reach speeds of 15-20 meters per second. In this regard, the ministry strongly recommends that citizens take precautions and, if possible, stay in safe places, avoiding proximity to billboards, trees, and power lines.

30.12.2025, 09:59
High-profile murder of a woman in Bishkek: police officers detained for inaction
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High-profile murder of a woman in Bishkek: police officers detained for inaction

In Bishkek, the State Committee for National Security (GKNB) conducted an investigation related to the murder of a woman who was the mother of three children. By the order of the head of the state committee, Kamchybek Tashiev, investigators analyzed the circumstances that led to this tragic event and identified violations by police officers. It turned out that the murdered woman had a protection order marked "High level of threat." Nevertheless, the district inspector of the

30.12.2025, 09:42
In Ala-Archa, rescuers assisted a woman
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In Ala-Archa, rescuers assisted a woman

In the Ala-Archa State Natural Park, located in a recreational area, a woman experienced sharp chest pain and sought help. According to the Ministry of Emergency Situations, two rescuers on duty in the park immediately responded to the call.

30.12.2025, 09:34
In Bishkek, two police officers detained in the case of the death of Zhibek Urustemova
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In Bishkek, two police officers detained in the case of the death of Zhibek Urustemova

In connection with the brutal murder of a mother of three children, two police officers have been detained, and criminal cases have been initiated against them for official crimes. As reported by representatives of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB), the criminal case regarding the murder was initiated at the direction of the Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers and Chairman of the GKNB of the Kyrgyz Republic, Kamchybek Tashiev. An investigative operational group has been

30.12.2025, 09:31
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In the Chuy Region, a snow leopard entered the yard of a residential house

In the village of Boroldoy, located in the Chuy region, a snow leopard was spotted on the territory of a private house. This information came from local residents. According to their testimonies, the predator spent some time in a tree in the yard. Emergency services were notified about the incident. Police and emergency ministry personnel quickly arrived at the scene, and as a result of their joint actions, the predator was captured.

30.12.2025, 09:03
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Murder of Zhibek Urustemova. Two police officers detained

The press service of the GKNB reported on December 30 about the detention of two police officers in connection with the murder of 47-year-old Zhibek Urustemova. The woman, a resident of Bishkek, was shot dead by her ex-husband — U.B.M., who previously worked as an inspector in the State Traffic Safety Department of the Ministry of Internal Affairs, on her birthday, December 23.

30.12.2025, 08:37
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In Kyrgyzstan, 12 fires were registered in one day

In the last 24 hours, 12 fire incidents have been recorded in Kyrgyzstan, with 14 fire teams deployed to extinguish them. According to the Ministry of Emergency Situations, there were three fires in Bishkek and the Chui region, while two incidents were reported in the cities of Osh, Issyk-Kul, and Batken regions.

30.12.2025, 08:08
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Kamchybek Tashiev: The GKNB has gathered materials on a number of judges, we will take measures soon

At a recent meeting with law enforcement and judicial system employees in the Issyk-Kul region, the head of the State National Security Committee (GKNB), Kamchybek Tashiev, reported on the collected materials regarding a number of judges. This statement was made by the press center of the special services. Tashiev emphasized that judges' decisions should not be based on personal connections or bribes. "Judges must remain outside of politics and make their decisions based on the law.

29.12.2025, 21:35
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Teenagers Intentionally Broke a Road Sign After a Fight Near the Village of Konstantinovka

A criminal case has been initiated in the Chuy region in connection with the damage to a road sign at the entrance to the village of Konstantinovka, as reported by the regional Department of Internal Affairs. According to the agency's information, a video appeared on social media showing a group of young people causing damage to the sign with the name "Konstantinovka." During the investigation, it was revealed that on December 25 at around 8:00 PM, a conflict arose between boys

29.12.2025, 20:38
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In Chui Region, a suspect in a large-scale automobile fraud has been detained

According to information from law enforcement agencies, on March 26, 2025, a citizen named S. S., born in 1987, approached the police department of the Alamudun district. He reported that in 2024 he was deceived by a man named M., who, having gained his trust, took several cars from him. The list of stolen vehicles includes a 2018 Toyota Hilux valued at $23,000, a 2003 Honda Stream estimated at $7,000, and a 2018 Hyundai Sonata priced at $15,000. In addition, the fraudster stole $20,000 from S.

29.12.2025, 20:30
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The police clarified the video of possible domestic violence in Novopokrovka

According to information from the Main Internal Affairs Directorate of the Chui Region, on December 27 at 11:51, a signal was received by the "102" service that a man was hitting his wife on Lenin Street in the village of Novopokrovka, near the "Noorus" store. After the report was registered, an investigative operational group was dispatched to the scene. However, during a follow-up call to the service, a woman identifying herself as a stranger reported that they had already

29.12.2025, 20:28
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After meeting with the ombudsman, Temirlan Sultanbekov was placed in a solitary confinement cell.

According to lawyer Nurbek Toktakunov, just 20 minutes after the ombudsman visited the pre-trial detention center (SIZO), Temirlan Sultanbekov was transferred to a punishment cell (SHIZO). Toktakunov believes that this action may be retaliation for the complaints voiced to the ombudsman. The lawyer claims that the conditions in SHIZO are terrible: the cell is so small that Sultanbekov cannot lie down fully; he has to assume uncomfortable positions on the concrete floor. As Temirlan himself

29.12.2025, 18:40
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The State National Security Committee reported that a former employee of the State Penitentiary Service is accused of extortion. Comment from the State Penitentiary Service.

As a result of the investigation into the criminal case of fraud, a former employee of institution No. 21 of the State Penitentiary Service of the Kyrgyz Republic, known as B. K. B., was detained. This information was provided by the press service of the State Committee for National Security of the Kyrgyz Republic. The investigation process is ongoing, and the state committee urges anyone who has been affected by the actions of the detainee to contact the duty service of the State Committee for

29.12.2025, 17:45
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Oil tanker overturned on the Osh—Batken—Razakov road

On the night of December 27, a traffic accident occurred in the city of Kadamjay on the Osh–Batken–Razakov highway. According to preliminary data, a DAF truck transporting oil overturned while descending from the Kadamjay Pass. Witnesses reported that the vehicle was carrying an oil cargo from the Arkin massif in the Leilek district.

29.12.2025, 17:20