The National Bank warns about a new fraudulent scheme involving "preferential loans" on Telegram

- Messages from unknown individuals promising citizens assistance in obtaining government subsidized loans on "favorable terms" have begun to spread in the Telegram messenger. According to the National Bank, to increase trust, the fraudsters use fake documents with the bank's logo and counterfeit positive reviews from supposedly satisfied clients who have "already received a loan."

Kasymaliev discussed the implementation of energy projects in Kyrgyzstan with Masdar

At the World Government Summit, a meeting took place between the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers, Adylbek Kasymaliev, the Minister of Energy of the United Arab Emirates, Suhail Al-Mazrouei, and the CEO of Masdar, Mohammed Jamil Al-Ramahi. During the discussions, the ways to implement energy projects in Kyrgyzstan were considered, and an agreement was reached to further strengthen cooperation between Kyrgyzstan and the UAE.

Kyrgyzstani Imandos Bektenov won a silver medal at the Asian Shooting Championship

Currently, in the competitions taking place in New Delhi, Bektenov has shown an outstanding result, taking second place among juniors in the 10 m Air Pistol event. At the same time, his compatriot Askhat Tokmokov secured 7th place among adult shooters. The championship includes a three-stage program, and fans from different corners of the world are following its progress.

In the city of Kara-Kul, a man was detained on suspicion of torturing his ex-wife and two children.

In Kara-Kul, a meeting was held dedicated to the prevention of domestic violence. It was emphasized at the event that domestic violence should not be viewed as a "private matter of the family," as it poses a threat to the safety of both individuals and society as a whole. Representatives of the city prosecutor's office reminded that there is a relevant legislative framework in Kyrgyzstan aimed at combating this phenomenon.

The Ministry of Energy revealed the plans of JSC "Electric Stations" for 2026

The Story of Tepkedei Sarala Kizi: Escape to China, Survival, and Return to the Homeland

In the section "Tarikh Insany," this time the story is about Tepkedei Sarala kyzy, who left Kyrgyzstan at the age of 14 and moved to China. Later, she settled in the Ak-Talinsky district of the Naryn region. Baktybү Zhanilishova, a teacher of the Kyrgyz language and literature at the Bayymbet Secondary School in the village of Jangy-Talap, shared with a Turmush correspondent that she has been collecting materials about the life of Tepkedei Sarala kyzy for eight years, who witnessed

We All Pitched In: How a Full-fledged Kindergarten Was Opened in Kyzyl-Zhyldyz

In the village of Kyzyl-Zhildyz, located in the Ayil district of Chayek in the Jumgal region of Naryn Province, a kindergarten named "Jumgal Balastan" has opened, which now operates as a full-fledged preschool institution. This was reported by Turmush, citing the district education department. For the past three years, the kindergarten operated in a three-hour format, located in the renovated building of an old school. From November to December 2025, to transition to full-time

In the Sokuluk District, a 6-year-old boy stopped a driver and asked about traffic rules.

In the Sokuluk district, at an event dedicated to road safety, a six-year-old boy stopped a passing car and asked the driver a question about traffic rules. This was reported by the press service of the Traffic Safety Department of the Regional Internal Affairs Directorate. Kairat Sarbatov, a six-year-old resident of the village of Tash-Bulak, dreams of becoming a traffic controller in the future. The department emphasizes that his interest in road safety is an important element in fostering a

At Issyk-Kul, three individuals led by the "right-hand man" of a crime boss broke into the home of a wealthy family — the police colonel revealed the details.

Turmush continues its series of publications about former and current law enforcement officers in Kyrgyzstan. In November 2025, the Kyrgyz police will celebrate its 101st anniversary since its establishment. Talantbek Jumadylov, who lives in Karakol in the Issyk-Kul region, dedicated 36 years of his life to working in law enforcement.

The largest American business meeting with the participation of the president took place in Bishkek.

Sadyr Japarov held a meeting with a delegation of American companies and the U.S. Special Envoy The President of Kyrgyzstan, Sadyr Japarov, met with Sergio Gore, the U.S. Special Envoy for South and Central Asia, as well as representatives of the U.S. business community. The meeting took place at the "Yntymak Ordo" residence, as reported by the press service of the head of state. Japarov noted that Kyrgyzstan adheres to a multi-vector foreign policy and highly values cooperation with

Residents of Karakol Attended the Deputies' Session Due to 550 Land Plots — What Was Decided

At the XVI session of the Karakol City Council, the issue of the "Regulations on the Procedure for the Exchange of Municipal Properties" was discussed, which became central among the seven agenda items. Landowners from a new residential area located at the intersection of Kuchukov and Karasaev streets attended the meeting. A representative of the owners reported that there are about 550 plots in this area, allocated to residents ranging from 4.5 hundredths to 2 hectares. Despite

In the mountains of Naryn, 186 sheep fell into a 50-meter cliff and died — locals helped the shepherd with compensation for the loss

In the village of Ak-Jar, located in the At-Bashinsky district of the Naryn region, 30-year-old Baibolot Kamchybek uulu was able to fully pay off the debt for the sheep that died as a result of an accident. According to local residents, on the day of the tragedy, January 2, 2026, around 4:00 PM, Baibolot was herding 820 sheep in the Kara-Tuu area, belonging to 14 owners. The sheep were frightened by dogs and, in a panic, fell off a 50-meter cliff. The length of the fall was about 100 meters.

The head of the academic department of the "Nookat" gymnasium at Osh State University, Gulmeirim Mamatjan kyzy, has passed away.

Gulmaerim Mamatjan kyzy, head of the academic department of the "Nookat" gymnasium at Osh State University, passed away after a serious illness. According to the university, Gulmaerim was born on July 5, 1996, in the village of Üch-Bai, located in the T. Zulpuyev rural district of the Nookat region in Osh Oblast.

The dealer listed the most unreliable "automatic transmissions" in Chinese cars.

According to data from Fresh, one of the main issues with the Geely Monjaro is the frequent need for transmission repairs, even with low mileage. Car owners report sharp jolts during shifting and delays in transmission operation. Major repairs can be quite expensive, which reduces the appeal of this model. As noted by Evgeny Zhitnukhin, the operational director of the automotive marketplace Fresh, the Geely Monjaro typically requires significant intervention after about 100,000 kilometers,

In Batken, a daily regulation pool will be built on the Kara-Kol canal.

The construction of a daily regulation pool (DRP) for accumulating water from the Kara-Kol canal is planned in Batken. This was announced by the authorized representative of the president in the region. Deputy Presidential Envoy Abdirashit Tashbaltayev, the district akim Danir Imanaliev, and the mayor of Batken Seytek Kulubaev, along with the heads of water management services and irrigation specialists, inspected the current state of construction and restoration work on the Kara-Kol canal.

Sadyr Japarov met with the U.S. Special Envoy and American businessmen in Bishkek

Today, February 4, President Sadyr Japarov met with Sergio Gor, the U.S. Special Envoy for South and Central Asia, as well as representatives of American business. The negotiations took place at the "Yntymak Ordo" residence. During the meeting, Japarov emphasized that the Kyrgyz Republic adheres to a multi-vector foreign policy and actively seeks to develop cooperation with the United States. The President noted that Kyrgyzstan is open to foreign investments and provides equal

Residents of the rural district of Dön-Bulak in the Uzgen region voiced their problems

On February 4, a public meeting was held in the Uzgen district, in the rural area of Dön-Bulak. According to information from the head of the Dön-Bulak rural administration, Duyshonbek Bataev, the event was attended by the akim of the Uzgen district, Kanybek Apbasov, representatives of local authorities, as well as residents of the village.

Russia has attacked at least 19 countries in 100 years — Kaja Kallas

This statement was made at a security conference in Oslo. At the international security conference in Oslo, held on February 2, 2026, Kaja Kallas, the head of European diplomacy, stated that over the last century, Russia has conducted military actions against at least 19 countries, with none of these countries having attacked it first.

Bekmyrza Abdybek uulu headed the DEP in the Jumgal district

The position of head of the road maintenance institution No. 24 in the Jumgal district has been appointed to Bekmyrza Abdybek uulu, reports Turmush correspondent. Previously, this position was held by Tariel Sadykov.

In the Ak-Suysky District, men's health is being checked

In the Ak-Suu district, an initiative called "Be Responsible" ("Жоопту бол") has started, aimed at improving men's health, reported Turmush correspondent. Men over 18 years old living in the district are invited to participate in the campaign.

Chuy Region and Issyk-Kul Lead: Results of Industrial Production for 2025

- In 2025, the volume of industrial production in the Kyrgyz Republic reached 799 billion 740.6 million soms, which is 168 billion soms more than in 2024, when this figure was 631 billion 740.2 million soms. This data is provided by official statistics. December 2025 also demonstrated growth: the volume of industrial production amounted to 113 billion 234.6 million soms, significantly exceeding the December figure of 2024, which was 84 billion 629 million soms.

Kyrgyzstan has begun preparations for honey export to Europe

Kyrgyzstan has received official permission to export honey to the countries of the European Union. According to the Ministry of Agriculture, a meeting was held in this context with honey producers led by Adilet Sotovaldiyev, the director of the Veterinary Service, as well as livestock development, pastures, and feed. During the event, important aspects related to the creation of a roadmap for export, strengthening the position of Kyrgyz honey in the European market, and ensuring compliance of

The Jogorku Kenesh adopted the protocol on amendments to the EAEU Agreement in the first reading.

At the plenary session of the Jogorku Kenesh held on February 4, 2026, the deputies discussed and approved in the first reading a draft law concerning the ratification of the Protocol on Amendments to the Treaty on the Eurasian Economic Union, which was signed on July 28, 2025, in Moscow. The Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers initiated this draft law. Deputy Minister of Economy and Commerce Sultan Akhmatov presented information on the proposed amendments. The amendments aim to eliminate

Royal Cobras in India Regularly Took the Wrong Train

As a result of a long-term study conducted by biologists, data on snake capture incidents over a period of 22 years was collected, which allowed for an explanation of the appearance of rare venomous reptiles in atypical arid regions of the Indian state of Goa. The research showed that the king cobras of the Western Ghats, known as Ophiophagus kaalinga, use railway tracks as a sort of corridor, moving in freight cars from forests to the coast, as reported by some media outlets. The Western

The head of the Tajik bank spoke about the difficulties of opening correspondent accounts in Europe and the USA

During her speech, Atobek emphasized that the main obstacles for foreign banks remain compliance and risk assessment requirements. “We understand why opening correspondent accounts with banks in Europe and the USA is a challenging task for Central Asian countries. The main question is how well our compliance aligns with international standards and how risk management is organized,” she noted. The head of the bank also added that she cannot assess the situation in the markets of Kyrgyzstan and

At the summit in Dubai, Kyrgyzstan identified water security as one of the key issues.

At the ministerial round table held within the framework of the World Government, Bakyt Torobaev, who holds the position of Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry of Kyrgyzstan, delivered an important speech. In his address, he noted that modern society faces numerous serious challenges, including climate, food, and social issues. In his opinion, achieving the Sustainable Development Goals requires the implementation of a comprehensive and

In Jumgal, the book caravan relay has started — not a collection of books, but their distribution and reading

Starting from February 3, a reading relay has been launched in the administrative center of the Jumgal district of the Naryn region, in the village of Chayek, organized by the Central Library named after Sovetbek Baigaziev. According to information provided by the district culture department, this time the librarians are not collecting books from local residents.

WHO names the factors that cause millions of people to develop cancer

Every fourth case of cancer in the world can be prevented. This is the conclusion of a new global analysis by WHO and the International Agency for Research on Cancer. The study analyzed data from 185 countries, covering 36 types of cancer, and assessed the impact of 30 preventable risk factors, including:

Sadyr Japarov met with the U.S. Special Envoy for South and Central Asia, Sergio Gor.

The U.S. Special Envoy for South and Central Asia, Ambassador Sergio Gor, was received by the President of Kyrgyzstan, Sadyr Japarov. During the meeting, aspects of political and economic cooperation between Kyrgyzstan and the United States were discussed, including interaction in the fields of transportation, digital technologies, finance, artificial intelligence, and healthcare.

Singers, Dancers, and Performers from Jumgal Took Prize Places at the Republican Creative Youth Competition

In Naryn, the first republican competition for creative youth called "Өнөр кербени-2026" was held, organized by the Ministry of Culture, Information, and Youth Policy of the Kyrgyz Republic. Gifted students from districts such as Jumgal, Kochkor, Ak-Tal, and At-Bashy, as well as the city of Naryn, participated in the competition.

Infographic — Transformation of the Deposit Market Over 10 Years: Decrease in Rates, Increase in Volume, and Dedollarization

- The volume of deposits has increased 8.4 times over the decade, and the structure of deposits has undergone significant changes in favor of the national currency. According to the National Bank, from 2015 to 2025, there has been a steady growth in the total volume of deposits in the banking system of Kyrgyzstan, particularly accelerating in recent years.

The Presidential Administration will be involved in vehicle inspections.

The President of the Kyrgyz Republic, Sadyr Japarov, has signed a new decree that amends the previously adopted program concerning measures to improve the quality of technical inspections of vehicles. This document outlines the main objectives of the changes. The amendments relate to the decree of December 31, 2025, No. 388, and are aimed at enhancing state control over technical inspections, increasing road safety, stabilizing prices, and improving the quality of services provided.

In the Ak-Suysky District, the number of those wishing to take up cross-country skiing has increased

In the village of Sary-Kamysh, located in the Ak-Suu district, there is a growing number of people eager to engage in cross-country skiing. This was reported by coach Altynbek Asakeev in an interview with a Turmush correspondent. According to Asakeev, cross-country skiing is a safer and healthier sport compared to alpine skiing.

The Jogorku Kenesh adopted in three readings the constitutional law on 100% transfer of NBKR profits to the budget.

- At the meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh held on February 4, 2026, the draft constitutional law of the Kyrgyz Republic "On the Issues of Transferring the Profit of the National Bank of the Kyrgyz Republic" was adopted in three readings. The proposal to introduce this bill was made by the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers.

In Tash-Kumyr, the construction of a new architectural institution building and social facilities was inspected.

The authorized representative of the President of the Kyrgyz Republic in the Jalal-Abad region conducted an inspection of the construction of several social and infrastructure facilities in Tash-Kumyr. This was reported by a correspondent from Turmush.

Der Spiegel: In Moscow, Cubans are now clearing snow

The shortage of labor resources is becoming a serious problem for the country. In 2024, according to official data, Russia will face a deficit of more than two million jobs, and Moscow Mayor Sergey Sobyanin notes that the capital needs an additional 500,000 workers. On the streets of Moscow, Dolores, along with other Cuban migrants, is trying to cope with the cold and snow. She notes that she often attracts the attention of those around her and prefers not to disclose her full name due to

The "Teshik-Tash" Market in the city of Osh will be relocated

On February 4, representatives of the local administration conducted an inspection of the "Teshik-Tash" market area to assess its current condition. As a result of the inspection, it was instructed that the heads of the relevant services organize the relocation of the market to a new site in accordance with established requirements in the coming days.

A High-Ranking Trump Associate, Originally from the USSR, Arrives in Bishkek

A business forum "B5+1" is taking place in the capital of Kyrgyzstan, with the participation of the USA and Central Asian countries. The "B5+1" business forum is currently being held in Bishkek, gathering representatives of the political and business elite from the USA and Central Asia. To participate in the event, Sergio Gor, the U.S. Special Envoy for South and Central Asia, arrived in Kyrgyzstan. He held a meeting with the President of Kyrgyzstan, Sadyr Japarov, and

Investors Show Interest in Solar Panel Projects in Kyrgyzstan – Ministry of Energy

At a recent meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, the prospects for the development of solar energy in Kyrgyzstan were discussed. During the discussion, Deputy Altynbek Kylchayev asked about the presence of enterprises for the production of solar panels in the country. Deputy Minister of Energy Altynbek Rysbekov responded that there are currently no such productions, but work in this direction is actively ongoing.

At the State Institution "Kyzmat," they explained how to change your full name online

The State Institution "Kyzmat" provided information on how to change your surname, first name, and patronymic online. To successfully submit an application, the following information must be provided:

The deputy raised the issue of providing Karakol with green energy.

At a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, deputy Bolot Saginayev drew attention to issues related to providing Karakol with green energy. He emphasized the importance of developing tourism in this city and inquired with the director of the State Institution "Green Energy Fund" about current initiatives in this area.

An earthquake occurred in the waters of New Zealand

A seismic event with a magnitude of 6.2 has been recorded in the Kermadec Islands region, which is part of New Zealand. This was reported by the German Research Centre for Geosciences. According to the center, the epicenter of the earthquake was located at a depth of about 10 kilometers.

The city hall published a list of those eligible for land amnesty in the Lenin district.

As part of the implementation of the land amnesty established by the Cabinet of Ministers' decree No. 291 dated May 31, 2022, "On the approval of the Regulation on the procedure for conducting land amnesty," active measures continue in the capital. According to the Bishkek city hall, lists of property owners who can take advantage of the land amnesty in the Lenin district have been formed to date.

Football players of Kyrgyzstan will hold training camps in Turkey

The national team of Kyrgyzstan, led by new coach Robert Prosinečki, will begin training camps in Turkey, coinciding with the FIFA match dates in March. According to the Kyrgyz Football Union, the events will take place from March 18 to March 31 in Antalya. Additionally, during the same period, youth teams of Kyrgyzstan, aged U-20 and U-23, will also be holding their training camps in the same city.

In the Central Asia region, the main barrier for the agricultural sector remains the synchronization of data and logistics, - advisor to the Minister of Agriculture of Uzbekistan

- As Kushnazarov emphasized, the agricultural sector is an important driver for export and regional integration. He noted that, according to the country's leadership estimates, the volume of agriculture could grow from the current $40 billion to $60 billion.

High-Speed Satellite Internet with Low Latency Across the Country: Starlink Enters a New Market by Connecting Senegal to Its Network

According to the latest news from Starlink, satellite internet is now available to all citizens of Senegal, providing them with high-speed connectivity with minimal latency. Earlier this week, it was also announced that satellite internet has launched in Bolivia, covering mountainous and remote areas to provide internet access.

Ministry of Agriculture of Kyrgyzstan: Import Dependency on Key Products is Decreasing

According to the Ministry of Agriculture, Kyrgyzstan will be able to provide itself with six out of nine key food products by 2025, including vegetables, melons, potatoes, milk, meat, sugar, and eggs. At the same time, three types of products, such as grain products, vegetable oil, as well as fruits and berries, continue to be imported into the country.

Imported case of chikungunya fever identified in Russia

According to Rospotrebnadzor, a woman who contracted chikungunya fever returned to Moscow after a vacation in the Seychelles. The situation is currently under control, as reported by TASS. The infected individual was hospitalized immediately upon arrival in the country, and tests confirmed the presence of the chikungunya virus.