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In Bishkek, part of the former cinema "Chatyr-Kul" burned down. Details from the Ministry of Emergency Situations.
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In Bishkek, part of the former cinema "Chatyr-Kul" burned down. Details from the Ministry of Emergency Situations.

Photo by the Ministry of Emergency Situations. A fire occurred in the building of the former 'Chatyr-Kul' cinema in Bishkek Information about the fire in the Oktobrskiy district of the capital was received from the press service of the Ministry of Emergency Situations. The flames engulfed the building of the former 'Chatyr-Kul' cinema, and the fire was extinguished. It is reported that the fire started on Toktonalieva Street at 17:13. Four fire crews, as well as an

07.11.2025, 10:33
Candidate for deputies of the Housing Committee attempted to chop off a man's arm with an axe
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Candidate for deputies of the Housing Committee attempted to chop off a man's arm with an axe

Photo of the Bishkek City Police Department In the capital of Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek, a candidate for the Jogorku Kenesh was detained after attacking a man with an axe. This information was provided by the press service of the city's police department. According to the data, the incident occurred on November 6 at around 17:34. The Lenin District Police Department received a report from the micro-surgery department of the National Hospital that a 35-year-old man named B.E. had been

07.11.2025, 10:05
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In Russia, a case has been opened for searching extremist materials on the internet for the first time

In Russia, a criminal case has been initiated for the first time in connection with the search for extremist materials on the internet. A protocol was drawn up in Kamensk-Uralsky against 20-year-old Sergey Glukikh, who works in a medical institution. This was reported by the publication It’s My City, citing lawyer Sergey Barsukov. According to the information, the young man came across materials about the banned groups "Azov" and "Russian Volunteer Corps" while traveling on

07.11.2025, 08:55
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An earthquake occurred in China, which was felt in Kyrgyzstan

According to information provided by the Institute of Seismology of the National Academy of Sciences of the Kyrgyz Republic, an earthquake occurred in China, which was also felt in the territory of Kyrgyzstan. According to seismologists, the tremors were registered on November 6 at 16:08.

07.11.2025, 05:32
The building of the former "Chatyr-Kul" cinema in Bishkek is being extinguished by four fire crews.
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The building of the former "Chatyr-Kul" cinema in Bishkek is being extinguished by four fire crews.

Photo from social media. A fire broke out in the building of the old cinema 'Chatyr-Kul' in Bishkek In the Oktobrskiy district of Bishkek, at the corner of Toktonalieva and Zhamanbaeva streets, a fire occurred in a building that was previously used as the cinema 'Chatyr-Kul'. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Emergency Situations of the Kyrgyz Republic. According to the agency's information, the fire alarm was received at 17:13. A crew from fire

06.11.2025, 16:44
Fountain on the Road - Utility Workers Fixed a Break in Bishkek
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Fountain on the Road - Utility Workers Fixed a Break in Bishkek

Today in Bishkek, at the corner of Osmonkula and Ogonbaeva streets, a fire hydrant burst, resulting in a fountain of water. The "Bishkekvodokanal" service reported that as a result of the incident, a section of the road was flooded. Emergency service personnel arrived at the scene promptly and began work to restore the 400-millimeter diameter water pipeline. Water supply was temporarily halted, and the water spill was localized.

06.11.2025, 16:29
In Chuy Region, a suspect in cattle rustling has been detained
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In Chuy Region, a suspect in cattle rustling has been detained

A man suspected of cattle theft has been detained in the Chuy region. The press service of the Main Internal Affairs Directorate of the region reported this incident. According to law enforcement, the incident occurred on the night of October 22, when a resident of the village of Krupskoye, I.K., born in 1959, reported a theft to the Internal Affairs Directorate of the Moscow district. She stated that unknown individuals had broken into her shed and stolen two cows.

06.11.2025, 16:11
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Another underage driver detained for traffic violations in Bishkek

Employees of the Patrol Police Service in Bishkek detained a minor driver who committed a significant violation of traffic rules, as reported by the press service of the Patrol Police Service. According to the inspection, the teenager independently tinted the windshield of his car and installed sound and light signals that imitate the operation of emergency services. He did not have the appropriate permission for such actions.

06.11.2025, 16:10
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In Jalal-Abad, a section of the anti-tuberculosis hospital has been returned to state ownership

In the village of Dostuk, located in the Suzak district of the Jalal-Abad region, a case of unauthorized construction of residential houses on land that previously belonged to a tuberculosis hospital was recorded. This was reported by the press service of the General Prosecutor's Office. According to the conducted inspection and measures taken, a plot of land measuring 3.07 hectares was returned to state ownership. The estimated value of this land is 32.2 million soms.

06.11.2025, 16:03
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Call Center: The playground in "Kyzyl-Asker" has been fenced off and locked away from children

New details have come to the Call center Kaktus.media from teenagers living on Serpukhovskaya Street. They express dissatisfaction with the restriction of access to the playground located near their homes. A new playground with slides, pull-up bars, and other elements was recently opened in the "Kyzyl-Asker" area. According to the youth, this is the only place for active recreation in their neighborhood. However, local residents living in the houses across the street have started to

06.11.2025, 15:15
Fast and Furious Bishkek Style: Man Steals Car in 60 Seconds
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Fast and Furious Bishkek Style: Man Steals Car in 60 Seconds

In Bishkek, a suspect in a car theft has been detained. This was reported by the press service of the Internal Affairs Department of the Pervomaisky District. According to the information, on November 5, a citizen named K.N. contacted the police to report that his Toyota Altezza had been stolen from a parking lot at the corner of Panfilov and Gorky streets.

06.11.2025, 14:40
The police of Chui region request assistance in identifying the suspect
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The police of Chui region request assistance in identifying the suspect

In the Chui region, law enforcement agencies are working to establish the identity of a suspect in the misappropriation of property. The press service of the regional police department has appealed to citizens for assistance in the investigation. According to available information, in January 2025, a woman named T.C. approached the internal affairs department of the Alamudun district, reporting that an unknown person named A. had deceitfully sold 17 heads of livestock in the village of Lugovoe

06.11.2025, 11:06
In Chuy Region, a suspect in livestock fraud has been detained
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In Chuy Region, a suspect in livestock fraud has been detained

According to information from the police, on January 19, a woman named T.Ch. reported a fraud case to them. She stated that an unfamiliar person, calling himself "A," sold 17 heads of livestock belonging to her without her consent from January 7 to January 19 and then disappeared.

06.11.2025, 10:54
In the past 24 hours, 18 fires occurred in Kyrgyzstan
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In the past 24 hours, 18 fires occurred in Kyrgyzstan

In the territory of Kyrgyzstan, 18 fires occurred within 24 hours. According to the press service of the Ministry of Emergency Situations, 22 fire crews were involved in extinguishing the fires: - Bishkek – 5; - Osh – 2; - Osh region – 3; - Chui region – 2; - Batken region – 2; - Issyk-Kul region – 3; - Jalal-Abad region – 1.

06.11.2025, 09:51
In the Ministry of Construction and the Ministry of Emergency Situations, a corruption scheme has been uncovered - GKNB
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In the Ministry of Construction and the Ministry of Emergency Situations, a corruption scheme has been uncovered - GKNB

In the capital of Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek, employees of the Ministry of Construction and the Ministry of Emergency Situations were detained for extorting money. They demanded payment for signing the act of commissioning one of the sewing workshops. This was reported by the State Committee for National Security (SCNS). The investigation revealed that the criminal scheme involved an inspector from the State Architectural and Construction Control Department and a senior inspector from the Fire

06.11.2025, 09:16
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Men played kok-boru right on the roadway: they will be charged with hooliganism

In the Panfilov district, an incident occurred when a group of men decided to play kok-boru right on the roadway, which attracted the attention of law enforcement agencies. The press service of the Main Internal Affairs Directorate of the Chui region reported this incident. It became known that a video recording, which captured the participants of the game, was discovered during monitoring of social media. This incident took place on October 27, and according to the agency, the actions of the

06.11.2025, 08:34
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A man who caused a disturbance in a hospital has been detained in Tokmok

In the Chuy region, a man has been detained for causing a disturbance at a medical facility. This information was provided by the Main Department of Internal Affairs of the region. A statement was received by the Tokmok police department on November 2 from a hospital employee, J.M., born in 1974. She reported that on the night of November 2, at 00:40, a certain Azamat was behaving aggressively in the reception area of the Tokmok Central Hospital, using foul language and breaking glass.

05.11.2025, 20:30
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A Bishkek Resident Burned an Inscription in the Field for the Mellstroy Contest

On November 5, in the village of Suymönkul, located in the Alamudun district, an episode was recorded where a significant inscription "Mellstroygame" was burned into the ground. A recording of this event appeared on TikTok and attracted public attention. According to the press service of the Main Internal Affairs Directorate of the Chui region, the Alamudun District Department of Internal Affairs has initiated a preliminary investigation into this incident. The police were able to

05.11.2025, 20:20
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In the Panfilov District, men playing kok-boru in the middle of the roadway were identified.

According to information from the press service of the regional police department, an incident involving several horse riders was recorded on October 27. A video showing their antics on the road was discovered by police officers on October 28 during a social media monitoring operation. Such actions posed a real threat to the safety of both drivers and pedestrians. A violation was registered in the Panfilov district, after which an investigation began. The identities of the participants were

05.11.2025, 20:12
In Bishkek, a suspect has been detained for stealing 110,000 soms from a private house
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In Bishkek, a suspect has been detained for stealing 110,000 soms from a private house

In the Lenin district of the capital, a suspect in a burglary has been detained, reported the press service of the district's Internal Affairs Department. According to information received by the police, on October 28, a local resident, U. N., filed a report stating that an unknown person stole 110,000 soms from his home in the "Ak-Ordo" residential area around 11:00 AM. A suspect in the theft of 110,000 soms from a private house has been detained in Bishkek. Criminal proceedings

05.11.2025, 19:58
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The GKNB uncovered a corruption scheme in the State Institution "Kyzmat" and detained an employee of the Pervomaisky CCA.

According to the press service of the State Committee for National Security of the Kyrgyz Republic (GKNB KR), as a result of the investigation, the activities of a scheme related to illegal mediation were halted. The suspects include an employee of the Pervomaisky Center for Public Services, known as Zh. E. Zh., as well as two intermediaries — D. E. M. and D. K. E. The investigation established that these individuals organized a mechanism for obtaining monetary funds from citizens, including

05.11.2025, 17:02
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17-year-old Dilnoza Koichikenova left home at 3 AM and went missing

In the Lenin district, the search for Dilnoza Koichikenova, born in 2008, continues, according to information from the press service of the Internal Affairs Department. Her mother reported that the girl left home in the Ak-Ordo-3 residential area on the night of November 5 around three o'clock.

05.11.2025, 15:45
Fraudsters impersonating the National Bank promise citizens preferential loans
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Fraudsters impersonating the National Bank promise citizens preferential loans

Citizens of Kyrgyzstan are receiving messages from unknown individuals via the Telegram messenger, promising assistance in obtaining preferential loans on favorable terms. The National Bank warns about this. To create trust, the fraudsters use fake documents with the National Bank's logo, including a counterfeit license. They demand money transfers from citizens under various pretexts, such as the need for insurance or payment of a commission.

05.11.2025, 15:12
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Three detained in Bishkek in connection with the corruption scheme at the Public Service Center

In Bishkek, the State Committee for National Security (GKNB) uncovered corrupt activities related to the Public Service Center "Kyzmat," located in the Pervomaisky district. According to information from law enforcement, one of the center's employees, Zh.E.Z., in collusion with intermediaries D.E.M. and D.K.E., created an illegal scheme that allowed them to receive money from citizens, including foreigners. The intermediaries offered expedited processing of documents and services

05.11.2025, 14:21
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"Damage of 4 million." The State Committee for National Security detained the Vice President of the Chamber of Commerce and two other individuals.

The Vice President of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry N. N. E., the head of the department of the State Agency for Physical Culture and Sports B. Z. B., and the former Deputy Governor of the Talas Region B. N. A. were detained by employees of the State Committee for National Security. This became known from a statement by the agency's press service. According to preliminary data, the Vice President of the CCI N. N. E. facilitated an inflated appraisal of the value of a residential

05.11.2025, 14:05
In Bishkek, employees of the Public Service Center took money for priority processing of documents
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In Bishkek, employees of the Public Service Center took money for priority processing of documents

The GKNB service has stopped an illegal practice carried out by employees of the Pervomaisky CEC, who acted in collaboration with civilian intermediaries. During the investigation, it was revealed that one of the CEC employees, Zh.E.Z., along with intermediaries D.E.M. and D.K.E., developed a scheme in which they collected money from citizens, including foreigners, for obtaining government services.

05.11.2025, 14:00
In Talas, officials are suspected of misappropriation of funds
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In Talas, officials are suspected of misappropriation of funds

Employees of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB) in the Talas region discovered that officials from the State Agency for Physical Culture and Sports under the Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic (GAFKiS under the CM KR) signed a contract that turned out to be deliberately disadvantageous. As a result of the violation, the state suffered damage exceeding 4 million soms. According to the agency, in the summer of 2026, it was planned to hold sports games called *"I am a

05.11.2025, 13:50
The pharmacy premises in the center of Bishkek have been returned to municipal ownership
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The pharmacy premises in the center of Bishkek have been returned to municipal ownership

Photo from the press service of the Bishkek mayor's office In the center of the capital, at Bokonbaeva Street, No. 144b, the premises of a pharmacy, occupying an area of 35 square meters on a plot of 100 square meters, have been returned to municipal ownership. This information was provided by the press service of the Bishkek mayor's office. The Department of Land Use Control of the Bishkek mayor's office has transferred this plot to the municipality's balance. Previously,

05.11.2025, 12:52
In Tokmok, a drunk driver attacked medical staff and broke a window in the hospital
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In Tokmok, a drunk driver attacked medical staff and broke a window in the hospital

In Tokmok, an incident occurred involving a driver who, allegedly under the influence of alcohol, caused a scandal in the reception area of the city hospital. He exhibited aggression, insulted medical staff, and even harmed one of the doctors, as well as breaking a window in the facility. This information was provided by the press service of the Main Internal Affairs Directorate of the Chui region.

05.11.2025, 12:27
Case for 12 million: representatives of the Chamber of Commerce and former officials detained in Talas
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Case for 12 million: representatives of the Chamber of Commerce and former officials detained in Talas

According to the GKNB, three suspects have been detained in the Talas region, accused of causing significant damage to the state. According to official data, 17.5 million soms were allocated to the Department of Physical Culture and Sports of the region for preparations for the sports competition "I am a Champion," scheduled for the summer of 2026. Instead of using the funds for their intended purpose, officials from the State Agency for Physical Culture and Sports under the Cabinet

05.11.2025, 12:24
On the bypass road, a car fell into an unmarked pit
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On the bypass road, a car fell into an unmarked pit

In the Chui region, in the village of Alga, an accident occurred: a car fell into a pit on the bypass road, which was not marked by any barriers or signs. This was reported by the victims of the incident. According to one of the passengers, the vehicle was moving slowly when it suddenly fell into a pit that was on the road without any warnings.

05.11.2025, 12:12
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Kyrgyzstan ranks first among CIS countries in fatal traffic accidents

On November 5, the Deputy Chief of Staff of the President of Kyrgyzstan, Boobek Salimzhanov, voiced alarming statistics regarding road traffic accidents in the country during an interview on the "Ala-Too 24" television channel. Kyrgyzstan ranks first among CIS countries in terms of the number of fatal accidents. In particular, in 2024, there were 7,423 recorded traffic accidents, resulting in the deaths of 514 people. Additionally, 636 citizens were injured, some of whom became

05.11.2025, 11:45
Lawyer Detained in Osh While Receiving Bribe
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Lawyer Detained in Osh While Receiving Bribe

A lawyer was detained in Osh by the State Committee for National Security of the Kyrgyz Republic, who is accused of extorting 350,000 soms from his client in exchange for "assistance" in her criminal case. According to reports, a citizen, A.G., approached the SCNS, who was accused under Article 209 (fraud) of the Criminal Code of the Kyrgyz Republic. She stated that her lawyer, S.N.S., gained her trust and claimed that he could influence the judges of the Osh City Court to obtain a

05.11.2025, 11:39
Foreigners detained in Bishkek for attempting to bribe a police officer
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Foreigners detained in Bishkek for attempting to bribe a police officer

In Bishkek, employees of the Interior Ministry of the Oktyabrsky district detained two foreign nationals who attempted to bribe a police officer, as reported by the press service of the Main Internal Affairs Directorate. It became known that one of the detainees, who had previously been arrested for five days, offered money after a fake passport was discovered on him. In response, the head of the city police department reacted and submitted a report to the Interior Ministry.

05.11.2025, 11:37
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Driver with a large batch of drugs detained in the village of Sosnovka, Chui region

Employees of the Drug Control Service of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Kyrgyzstan conducted a special operation during which a significant batch of drugs was seized, as reported in the agency's press release. As a result of the investigation into the criminal case, the route for the supply and distribution of drugs was shut down. At a checkpoint in the village of Sosnovka, officers stopped a KIA K5 vehicle, driven by 30-year-old R.I.A. During the inspection of the car, several

05.11.2025, 11:34
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In Kyrgyzstan, 636 people died in traffic accidents over 9 months

On November 5, the First Deputy Head of the Presidential Administration, Boobek Salimzhanov, reported live that in Kyrgyzstan, during the first nine months of 2025, there were 9,078 road traffic accidents. As a result of these accidents, 636 people died, and about 1,000 sustained various injuries. For comparison, in 2024, the republic registered 7,423 traffic accidents, in which 514 people became victims, and 646 were injured with varying degrees of severity.

05.11.2025, 11:19
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Driver with a large batch of drugs detained in the village of Sosnovka, Chui region

Employees of the Drug Control Service of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Kyrgyzstan conducted a special operation, resulting in the seizure of a significant batch of drugs. This information was provided by the ministry's press service. As part of a criminal case aimed at curbing the channels of drug transportation and distribution, a KIA K5 vehicle was stopped at a checkpoint in the village of Sosnovka, driven by 30-year-old R.I.A. During the inspection of the vehicle, officers

05.11.2025, 11:19