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In a traffic accident on the Bishkek—Naryn—Torugart highway, a woman died and three were injured.
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In a traffic accident on the Bishkek—Naryn—Torugart highway, a woman died and three were injured.

A serious road traffic accident occurred on the 36th kilometer of the Bishkek – Naryn – Torugart highway, as reported by the Ministry of Emergency Situations. Preliminary data indicates that the driver of a Hyundai Solaris lost control of the vehicle, which led to it leaving the road and colliding with a tree. As a result of the accident, one woman died, while two other women and a minor girl sustained various injuries.

23.01.2026, 10:23
In Osh, a police officer was detained for "protection" of foreigners.
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In Osh, a police officer was detained for "protection" of foreigners.

On January 21, 2026, in Osh, Lieutenant of the police U.O.Sh., working as a district inspector at GOM-3 of the Main Internal Affairs Directorate, was caught red-handed while receiving a bribe. This operation was conducted by the State Committee for National Security of the Kyrgyz Republic in conjunction with the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic. According to information from the State Committee for National Security, the detainee, abusing his official position,

23.01.2026, 10:19
In Osh, a police officer has been detained on suspicion of "protection" of foreigners
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In Osh, a police officer has been detained on suspicion of "protection" of foreigners

The district inspector of the GOM-3 was detained at the Osh City Department of Internal Affairs, suspected of extorting money from migrants. This detention was carried out by the State Committee for National Security (GKNB) in cooperation with the Ministry of Internal Affairs (MVD) intelligence service. The investigation established that police lieutenant U.O.Sh. used his official position to pressure foreign citizens working in the city without the necessary permits. He threatened them with

23.01.2026, 10:10
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The Prosecutor's Office Revealed Illegal Privatization of a Plot Belonging to the Theater

According to the information from the press service of the General Prosecutor's Office, land plots that were previously owned by the local theater in Naryn have been returned, which were illegally transferred to private hands. An inspection conducted by the city prosecutor's office revealed that from 1999 to 2002, the local authorities of Naryn and the Naryn region committed serious violations of land legislation. As a result, three land plots were unlawfully transferred: one with an

23.01.2026, 10:03
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Promised to "open the way" and lured half a million. A "clairvoyant" was detained in Bishkek.

According to information provided by the Internal Affairs Directorate of the Oktyabrsky District, on January 14, a woman named M. N. contacted them. She reported that she had fallen victim to fraudsters who, using the Instagram app, convinced her to trust them and transfer 523,366 soms under the pretext of "opening a road." After receiving the money, the criminals blocked her on the account and ceased all communication. During the arrest, evidence was found with the suspect: mobile

23.01.2026, 09:59
Illegal Land Distribution. The District Akim and the Head of the Forestry Department Detained in Talas Region
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Illegal Land Distribution. The District Akim and the Head of the Forestry Department Detained in Talas Region

As a result of operational measures in the Talas region, the akim of the Bakai-Ata district A.B.M., who previously held a position in the Talas regional department of the Ministry of Natural Resources, as well as the director of the Talas forestry A.N.Dzh. and several other officials were detained. This was reported by the State Committee for National Security of the Kyrgyz Republic.

23.01.2026, 09:58
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The State Committee for National Security detained a district police officer from Osh for "protection" of labor migrants.

On January 23, the press service of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB) reported the detention of a police officer suspected of committing an official crime. According to the investigation, police lieutenant U.O.Sh., who works in the GOM-3 of the Osh Department of Internal Affairs, exerted pressure on foreign citizens working in the city. Aware that the migrants lacked the necessary permits, he demanded monthly payments ranging from 5,000 to 20,000 soms for "protection."

23.01.2026, 09:52
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"Hyundai Solaris veered off the road and crashed into a tree. A woman and a girl died, two others were hospitalized."

On the 36th kilometer of the Bishkek—Naryn—Torugart highway, near the village of Krasnaya Rechka, a tragedy occurred: the driver of a Hyundai Solaris lost control of the vehicle, went off the road, and crashed into a tree. According to information provided by the Ministry of Emergency Situations, one woman died at the scene of the accident. Additionally, two women and one girl sustained various injuries, and their identities are currently being established.

23.01.2026, 09:51
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In Bishkek, a "tarot reader and fortune teller" has been detained on suspicion of fraud

In Bishkek on January 23, the police of the Oktobrskiy district reported the detention of a woman suspected of fraud. On January 14, a resident of the capital contacted law enforcement, reporting fraudulent activities by an Instagram account under the name bella_gadane.kg. According to her, the perpetrator swindled 523,366 soms from her, promising to "open the path" to success. After receiving the money, the woman stopped communicating and blocked the victim.

23.01.2026, 09:43
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Promised to "open the way." A Bishkek resident gave scammers half a million soms on Instagram.

A woman in Bishkek became a victim of a fraudulent scheme on Instagram, losing more than half a million soms. This was reported by the Interior Ministry of the October District of the city. On January 14, 2026, a citizen M.N. approached the agency, stating that some criminals, acting through the account bella_gadane.kg, promised to "open the way" to something, after which she transferred them 523,366 soms via a mobile application. Soon after that, the fraudsters blocked her and

23.01.2026, 09:42
In Talas, the akim was detained for the illegal felling of 475 poplars and multi-million damage
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In Talas, the akim was detained for the illegal felling of 475 poplars and multi-million damage

In the Talas region, several officials have been detained on suspicion of illegal distribution of land plots and the illegal logging of forest resources. This information was provided by the State Committee for National Security. According to the committee's data, the akim of the Bakai-Ata district, A.B.M., together with the director of the Talas forestry, A.N.Z., during 2022-2023, acted in collusion to transfer State Forest Fund lands to citizens for the construction of recreational

23.01.2026, 09:25
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In the past 24 hours, 6 fires have been registered in Kyrgyzstan

According to the press service of the Ministry of Emergency Situations, 6 fires were registered in Kyrgyzstan over the past day, for which 6 fire brigades were dispatched. The data was published on January 23. Of the total number of fires, 3 incidents occurred in the Batken region, and one each in the Chui, Issyk-Kul, and Jalal-Abad regions.

23.01.2026, 09:23
In Bishkek, a "clairvoyant" was detained: stole 523,000 soms through Instagram
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In Bishkek, a "clairvoyant" was detained: stole 523,000 soms through Instagram

Employees of the police in the October district of Bishkek detained a woman suspected of large-scale cyber fraud. This information was provided by the district department of internal affairs. On January 14, a resident of the capital, known as M.N., approached law enforcement. She reported that fraudsters, operating under the nickname bella_gadane.kg on Instagram, managed to gain her trust by promising to "open the way" to success. As a result, she transferred 523,366 soms to them via

23.01.2026, 09:23
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GKNB: A scheme involving Forest Fund lands and deforestation has been uncovered in Talas. Damage from forest losses exceeds 23 million soms.

On January 23, the press service of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB) reported on serious and systemic violations of legislation in the Talas region. The investigation suggests that during the period from 2022 to 2023, the akim of the Bakai-Ata district, A.B.M., who previously held the position of head of the Talas regional department of the Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision, together with the director of the Talas Forestry A.N.Dzh. and other

23.01.2026, 09:19
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The State Committee for National Security detained officials in the case of land distribution for recreational zones.

During the investigation in the Talas region, serious violations were discovered on the part of the akim of the Bakai-Ata district and other officials. The press center of the State Committee for National Security reported that arrests were made. According to the agency, the process of providing land plots occurred with violations: there was no calculation and payment of mandatory forest losses, positive conclusions from the state ecological expertise were not obtained, and there was no state

23.01.2026, 09:11
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In Bishkek, a truck driver was involved in an accident while trying to avoid hitting pedestrians

In Bishkek, an accident involving a cargo truck occurred, resulting in damage to the city's infrastructure. This information was published by blogger Aibek Seydaliev. According to his report, the incident took place on Sadigaliyev Street, near the intersection with Leo Tolstoy Street. Two pedestrians suddenly ran onto the roadway, and the truck driver sharply turned the steering wheel to avoid a collision.

23.01.2026, 09:08
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In Uzbekistan, a girl had 1.4 kilograms of hair extracted from her stomach

In the Kashkadarya region, a 20-year-old girl sought medical help complaining of severe pain in the upper abdomen, as well as nausea and vomiting. As a result of the examination and subsequent surgery, doctors found a massive hairball in her stomach weighing 1.4 kilograms, as reported by Podrobno.uz. This is not the first case where a girl has sought help for a similar reason, as she was already on a dispensary account and had previously faced a similar problem. During the surgical

22.01.2026, 22:38
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Death of an Infant in the Uzgen District: Police Appointed an Examination

In the Uzgen district, an investigation is underway into the tragic death of a two-month-old baby. This was reported by the Osh regional department of internal affairs. According to law enforcement, on January 21, the Uzgen district police department received a report from a local hospital about the death of an infant, who was born on November 11, 2025. Preliminary data suggests that the cause of death was anemia. The incident has been registered, and witnesses have been interviewed during the

22.01.2026, 20:31
In the Bazar-Korgon District, an attempt to bribe a police officer was thwarted
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In the Bazar-Korgon District, an attempt to bribe a police officer was thwarted

In the Bazar-Korgon district, an attempt to bribe a police officer was prevented, as reported by the press service of the Ministry of Internal Affairs. According to available information, a citizen named S. I. offered a monetary reward to the law enforcement officer in order to avoid criminal liability in a case that was under review.

22.01.2026, 18:13
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Family of 87-Year-Old Woman with Dementia Claims She Was Deceived and Her Home Was Taken

Svetlana Prokofyeva, who is already 87 years old, suffers from dementia caused by Alzheimer's disease. Her family claims that during her illness, she became a victim of fraud, which led to the loss of her property. Svetlana's son-in-law, Andrey Storozhev, appealed to President Sadyr Japarov and the head of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB) Kamchybek Tashiev, asking them to intervene in this situation. Memory Problems After the TragedyIn 2017, Svetlana witnessed the

22.01.2026, 18:04
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In the Bazar-Korgon District, an attempt was made to bribe a law enforcement officer.

In the Bazar-Korgon district, an attempt to bribe a law enforcement officer was thwarted, reports the Ministry of Internal Affairs. Police officers successfully stopped the attempt to give a bribe. It was revealed that a citizen named S.I. took steps to illegally influence an employee of the investigative department by offering him a monetary reward in exchange for refraining from initiating a criminal case, in order to avoid responsibility for his actions.

22.01.2026, 17:51
Pickpockets in a Bishkek minibus stole nearly 600,000 soms, dollars, and jewelry
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Pickpockets in a Bishkek minibus stole nearly 600,000 soms, dollars, and jewelry

The plan to track the victim was successfully executed In Bishkek, in minibus number 161, pickpockets committed a theft of a significant amount: 595,000 soms, 400 dollars, and jewelry worth 100,000 soms. This was reported by the Main Internal Affairs Department. On January 8, a woman named E.B. contacted the Lenin District Internal Affairs Department, stating that she had become a victim of theft. She reported that strangers took all her valuables from her carry-on bag during the trip in the

22.01.2026, 16:55
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The guy was turned into a homeless person, deprived of his apartment in the center. A police officer is involved in the case.

The editorial office of Kaktus.media was contacted by a resident of Bishkek, Elena Chasova, who shared the tragic fate of her acquaintance who ended up on the street. According to her, she learned that a classmate of her son had become homeless. According to the information, the young man, who lost his health and home in the center of the capital, was placed in a shelter thanks to Elena's efforts. She also initiated a criminal case involving a police officer.

22.01.2026, 16:47
In Bishkek, pickpockets were detained for stealing nearly 700,000 soms in a minibus.
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In Bishkek, pickpockets were detained for stealing nearly 700,000 soms in a minibus.

Employees of the Main Department of Internal Affairs of the capital detained two men suspected of a major theft. This was reported by the press service of the department. On January 8, a woman named E.B. approached the Lenin District Internal Affairs Department, reporting an incident on route taxi No. 161. Her wallet containing 595,000 soms, 400 US dollars, and jewelry valued at 100,000 soms was stolen from her bag.

22.01.2026, 16:11
In the Issyk-Kul Region, two residents rescued after being stranded in the mountains in a car
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In the Issyk-Kul Region, two residents rescued after being stranded in the mountains in a car

In the Ton district of the Issyk-Kul region, two citizens were successfully rescued by rescuers after their car broke down, and they were unable to get out on their own. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Emergency Situations of Kyrgyzstan. According to preliminary information, the incident occurred on the Köl-Bel section, near the village of Korgondu-Bulak. The individuals began to freeze and called for help by dialing 112.

22.01.2026, 16:08
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An employee of the Bishkek city hall was detained on suspicion of extorting one million soms.

On January 19, Monday, employees of the State Committee for National Security of the Kyrgyz Republic detained a worker from the municipal enterprise "Bishkek City Transport." He was caught receiving a bribe of one million soms. It became known that some employees of the procurement department of this enterprise systematically extorted 10% of the value of tenders, creating artificial difficulties and delaying the payment process for completed work.

22.01.2026, 16:00
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In Bishkek, a family troublemaker has been detained, three children temporarily handed over to their grandfather.

Employees of the May Day Police Department of Bishkek received a report of a family conflict and immediately went to the scene, as reported by the press service of the department. Upon arrival, law enforcement officials issued a protection order to the woman who had filed the complaint. Her husband, who was disturbing public order, was detained and taken to the police department, in accordance with current legislation.

22.01.2026, 15:42
City Hall employee detained on suspicion of extorting one million soms
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City Hall employee detained on suspicion of extorting one million soms

An employee of the municipal enterprise "Bishkek City Transport," which is subordinate to the Department of Transport and Development of Road Transport Infrastructure of the Bishkek City Hall, has been detained. According to the State Committee for National Security (GKNB), A.K.Sh. was caught red-handed while receiving a bribe of one million soms.

22.01.2026, 15:41
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The State Committee for National Security detained an employee of "Bishkektrans" while receiving a bribe of 1 million soms.

On January 19, employees of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB) detained a worker from the municipal enterprise "Bishkek City Transport" while receiving a bribe of 1 million soms. This occurred as part of the work of the Department of Transport and Development of Road Transport Infrastructure of the Bishkek City Hall. According to information from the GKNB, some employees of the procurement department of this enterprise systematically demanded 10% of the tender amount,

22.01.2026, 15:35
In Bishkek, lands of the National Academy of Sciences were illegally privatized
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In Bishkek, lands of the National Academy of Sciences were illegally privatized

The state managed to reclaim 11.2 hectares of the Karagach Grove territory Cases of illegal privatization of lands belonging to the National Academy of Sciences have been identified in Bishkek, as reported by the press center of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB). In this regard, law enforcement agencies initiated a criminal case, classified under part 1 of article 336 of the Criminal Code of the Kyrgyz Republic. During the investigation, it was revealed that in 1997, the Bishkek

22.01.2026, 15:17
An employee of the Bishkek City Hall detained for extorting a bribe of 1 million soms
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An employee of the Bishkek City Hall detained for extorting a bribe of 1 million soms

On January 19, in the capital of Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek, an employee of the Municipal Enterprise "Bishkek City Transport" was detained for extorting a bribe of 1 million soms. The official was caught red-handed while receiving the money. According to information provided by the press service of the State Committee for National Security (SCNS), it was revealed that employees of the procurement department of this municipal enterprise regularly demanded 10% of the total amount of tenders.

22.01.2026, 15:06
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In Russia, a 74-year-old businessman will stand trial for the murder of a porter from Kyrgyzstan

The investigative authorities have completed the investigation into the case against a 74-year-old resident of Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky (Russia), who is accused of murdering his employee, a citizen of Kyrgyzstan, who worked as a loader in his store, reports IA "Kamchatka". According to the agency, the incident occurred on May 29, 2025, in the basement of the store. A conflict erupted between the accused and his employee, who was in a state of alcohol intoxication. During the quarrel,

22.01.2026, 14:49
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Drinking Father, Chaos, and Dirty Children — Police Checked a Troubled Family in Bishkek

A report of domestic violence received by the police led to law enforcement officers being dispatched to the scene. As reported on January 22 by the press service of the Internal Affairs Directorate of the Primorsky District, the house was in complete disarray and an unpleasant odor was present. According to a neighbor, the head of the large family often drinks and causes scandals. As a result, a protocol was drawn up against him, and he was taken to the temporary detention cell of the Internal

22.01.2026, 14:32
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In the Osh Region, a child died after a healer made incisions on their back

In the Uzgen district of the Osh region, a one-and-a-half-month-old baby was urgently hospitalized after undergoing a procedure of incisions on the back. Unfortunately, he soon passed away. This information was confirmed by the local medical institution. “The child was admitted to the hospital in very serious condition on the night of January 21, suffering from hemorrhagic shock caused by bleeding. In the morning, he unfortunately died. The parents reported that they had turned to a healer for

22.01.2026, 13:49
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37 Healthcare Facilities in Jalal-Abad Region Returned to State Ownership

According to information from the press service of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB), cases of illegal transfer of healthcare facilities into private hands were identified in the Jalal-Abad region. During the investigation, it was established that 32 administrative buildings and five land plots located on the territory of the Jalal-Abad Regional Clinical Hospital (Manas), the Territorial Hospital of Bazar-Korgon, and Kochkor-Ata were unlawfully alienated. These facilities were

22.01.2026, 13:44
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Infant dies from blood loss. Police have begun an investigation.

A child has died in the Uzgen hospital. This was reported by the Internal Affairs Department of the Osh region, which provided information to the editorial office of Kаktus.media. It became known that the police received information about the death of a baby born in 2026 due to extensive blood loss. The child was in critical condition, suffering from post-hemorrhagic shock and bleeding. The incident has been officially registered, and an investigation has been initiated. Necessary examinations

22.01.2026, 13:44
In Bishkek, a man seized four cars and money under the guise of delivery
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In Bishkek, a man seized four cars and money under the guise of delivery

In Bishkek, a man has been arrested on charges of stealing cars and money under the pretense of delivery. This information was provided by the press service of the capital's Main Internal Affairs Directorate. According to the obtained data, on January 9, 2026, the detained individual, taking advantage of the trust of the employees of a limited liability company, seized vehicles worth $159,270 and $4,000 intended for transportation expenses. Instead of following the agreed route of Khorgos

22.01.2026, 13:42
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The State Committee for National Security disrupted a large scheme: 32 hospital buildings were sold illegally.

In the Jalal-Abad region, the State National Security Committee (GKNB) has uncovered facts of illegal transfer to private hands and long-term lease of several properties located on the territory of medical institutions. According to information from the GKNB, during operational activities, it was established that 32 administrative buildings and 5 land plots belonging to the Jalal-Abad Regional Clinical Hospital in Manas, as well as the hospitals in Bazar-Korgon and Kochkor-Ata, were illegally

22.01.2026, 13:38
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A resident of the Aksy district asked the authorities to take control of his relatives' case

On January 22, at a press conference in AKIpress, Umar Mamasydikov reported the illegal detention of his relatives in the Aksy district of the Jalal-Abad region. According to Mamasydikov, since December 11, 2025, his father and brother have been in custody at the pre-trial detention center No. 1 in Bishkek. He emphasizes that the criminal case against them was initiated by police officers from the capital, and he considers it baseless.

22.01.2026, 13:27
32 buildings of the Ministry of Health sold in Jalal-Abad region
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32 buildings of the Ministry of Health sold in Jalal-Abad region

Significant financial damage was inflicted on the state In the Jalal-Abad region, there was an illegal sale of 32 buildings and 5 plots of land that belonged to the Ministry of Health. This was reported by representatives of the State National Security Committee (GKNB). These facts were revealed during an investigation by law enforcement agencies. Violations were found in such settlements as Manas, Bazar-Korgon, and Kochkor-Ata. The investigation established that these administrative buildings

22.01.2026, 13:18
In Bishkek, a suspect has been detained for a series of large-scale frauds
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In Bishkek, a suspect has been detained for a series of large-scale frauds

A suspect has been detained in Bishkek for a series of fraudulent activities committed on a large scale. The press service of the local police reports on the progress of the investigation. According to available information, on January 15, a statement was received at the Internal Affairs Department of the Sverdlovsk District from a representative of one of the businesses. The document states that on January 9, the suspect, having gained the trust of the company's employees, under the

22.01.2026, 13:09
In Uzgen, a two-month-old infant died after undergoing hijama.
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In Uzgen, a two-month-old infant died after undergoing hijama.

Tragedy occurred in Uzgen: a two-month-old infant died after a hijama procedure. According to information provided to the Kabar agency, the director of the Uzgen Center for General Medical Practice, Bermet Masadykova, reported that the infant was urgently delivered to the intensive care unit in critical condition. The child was brought in from the village of Ak-Zhar in the Kara-Shoro rural district and, unfortunately, died due to significant blood loss.

22.01.2026, 13:02
In 2025, there were over 10 accidents at construction sites – Ministry of Construction
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In 2025, there were over 10 accidents at construction sites – Ministry of Construction

At a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, Deputy Dastan Bekeshev inquired about the number of accidents that occurred at construction sites last year. In response, Deputy Minister of Construction Talant Imanakun uulu reported that in 2025, more than 10 incidents were registered, resulting in both minor and serious injuries to workers. “Our organization maintains a safety journal, and we conduct regular training and inspections at construction sites. There have been cases of arrests of both

22.01.2026, 12:55
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In Uzgen, an infant had incisions made on his back. He passed away.

In the Osh region, in the Uzgen district, a tragedy occurred: a one-and-a-half-month-old baby died after incisions were made on his back. Confirmation of this information came from representatives of the local hospital. According to doctors, the baby was brought to the medical facility on the night of January 21 in critical condition, suffering from post-hemorrhagic shock and bleeding.

22.01.2026, 12:53