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Incidents

In Osh, 21 people were caught transferring bank cards to fraudsters

As part of the investigation into crimes related to bank card and SIM card fraud, employees of the Cybercrime Unit of the Osh Internal Affairs Department discovered cases of "dropping." According to the agency, the operations were conducted in connection with criminal cases initiated based on citizens' complaints and instances of fraud involving mobile communications and bank cards. During the investigation, it became known that cards and SIM cards registered to other individuals

23.12.2025, 18:50
Exclusive

Kamchybek Tashiev solemnly opened the GKNB recreation center in the Chuy region

Today, December 23, in the village of Tash-Moinok in the Alamudun district, the opening of the recreation center of the State Committee for National Security called "Kyzyl-Beles" took place. The event was attended by Kamchybek Tashiev, the presidential representative in the Chui region Azamat Osmonov, as well as veterans and employees of the agency, as reported by the press service of the GKNB KR. The complex occupies 19 hectares, and its territory includes 15 cottages for recreation,

23.12.2025, 18:50
The State National Security Committee detained former officials of the State Tax Service in a corruption case
Incidents

The State National Security Committee detained former officials of the State Tax Service in a corruption case

The State Committee for National Security of Kyrgyzstan (SCNS) has uncovered a persistent corruption scheme within the structure of the State Tax Service (STS). According to the SCNS, on December 8 and 10, 2025, as part of the investigation into a criminal case regarding abuse of official authority, two former heads of the Inspection Department of the central office of the STS — A.M. and U.S. — were detained.

23.12.2025, 18:42
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In 2026, it is planned to stop unjustified inspections of businesses by the GKNB and other law enforcement agencies, - Tashiev

- The head of the State National Security Committee (GKNB), Kamchybek Tashiev, announced on December 23 his intention to cease unjustified inspections of businesses by the GKNB and other law enforcement agencies starting January 1, 2026, during the opening of the agency's recreation area "Kyzyl-Beles" in the village of Tash-Moynok, according to information from the committee's press service. In his speech, Tashiev highlighted the main areas of focus for security agencies in

23.12.2025, 18:33
Incidents

In Tokmok, a suspect in a series of apartment burglaries has been detained

As a result of the raid "Search" in the Chui region, police officers detained a person suspected of committing a number of apartment burglaries. It became known that on December 6, a local resident named K. B., born in 1962, filed a report with the Tokmok Internal Affairs Department. He reported that on November 26, around 5:00 PM, unknown individuals broke into his home and stole 620,000 soms, 5,000 US dollars, and 20,000 tenge, after which they disappeared. Thus, the victim suffered

23.12.2025, 18:29
Exclusive

A Million Som Offered for a Unique Headdress in Batken — Historian Showed It

In the Batken region, in the village of Kara-Bulak, there is a historical museum that features a unique headdress that has survived for centuries and attracts many visitors. Previously, before the museum was opened, the exhibits were stored in outdated buildings, as the museum had not yet been established. The idea of creating the museum belongs to local historian Saidakbar Abdyganiev, who for a long time collected valuable artifacts and stored them in metal containers. Over time, he decided to

23.12.2025, 18:24
Equipment imported for the jewelry industry will be exempt from VAT.
Economy

Equipment imported for the jewelry industry will be exempt from VAT.

The Committee of the Jogorku Kenesh supported changes to the legislation As part of the bill concerning changes in taxation, social insurance, and non-tax revenues, it is proposed to exempt from VAT the equipment, technologies, reagents, and semi-finished products intended for jewelry production and imported into Kyrgyzstan.

23.12.2025, 18:20
Incidents

In Bishkek, a suspect in fraud related to shared construction has been detained

According to information from the Internal Affairs Department of the Lenin District, a fraud complaint was filed by citizen O. K., who reported the unlawful actions of an employee of the construction company OsOO "Asma". According to law enforcement officials, the detained individual deceived people by creating the appearance of a trusting relationship and entered into shared participation agreements with them. He showed an unfinished construction site and promised prompt completion

23.12.2025, 18:20
Economy

Shykmamatov on the Solution to the Tailors' Problem at the Russian Border: I Can't Tell Everything

At a joint meeting of six committees of the Jogorku Kenesh on December 23, Deputy Jumabek Salymbekov pointed out that problems at the Kazakhstan-Russia border have led to massive job losses among citizens. He emphasized that measures to reduce taxes in the light industry have begun to yield results: many entrepreneurs have come out of the shadows, and business has started to develop actively.

23.12.2025, 18:13
Local news

Illegal constructions identified on the territory of the school in Osh

Today, the mayor of Osh, Jenishbek Toktorbaev, conducted a morning raid during which he visited School No. 8 named after Gorky to assess the learning conditions on-site. During the visit, the mayor examined the condition of the classrooms and the infrastructure for students, as well as checked the surrounding area, where illegal constructions were identified.

23.12.2025, 18:11
Former tax officials suspected of corruption detained in Bishkek
Incidents / Exclusive

Former tax officials suspected of corruption detained in Bishkek

As a result of the investigation into the criminal case regarding the abuse of official powers, A.M. and U.S., who held the positions of heads of the Inspection Department of the central apparatus of the State Tax Service (GNS), were arrested. This information was provided by the press service of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB). According to the information provided by the state committee, the individuals in question, having colluded with the former chairman of the GNS A.A.,

23.12.2025, 18:08
Local news

The decoration of the Christmas tree in Ala-Too Square cost the Bishkek budget 2 million soms.

In Bishkek, 2 million soms were allocated for decorating the New Year tree in Ala-Too Square. These funds were used to purchase new ornaments and garlands, which replaced the broken elements. This was reported by Deputy Mayor Victoria Mozgacheva at one of the sessions of the Bishkek City Council. Mozgacheva noted that the decoration of the festive area was fully entrusted to the company "Northern Lights." They are working according to the provided sketches and under the guidance of

23.12.2025, 18:02
Audit of Budget Compliance for 2024 Conducted in the Ministry of Health of Kyrgyzstan
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Audit of Budget Compliance for 2024 Conducted in the Ministry of Health of Kyrgyzstan

The audit also covered the staffing situation in medical institutions, including the completeness of staffing, working conditions, and the application of additional payments. The analysis found that the shortage of personnel and the presence of vacant positions negatively affect the accessibility of medical services. As part of the audit, deficiencies were also identified in the accounting of medicines and medical devices, as well as in bookkeeping and the reflection of accounts receivable.

23.12.2025, 17:56
Local news

Residents of Bishkek complain about problems with payment via QR code. Response from the MPC

Today, December 23, after lunch, the editorial office of Kaktus.media received numerous complaints from users about difficulties with payments via QR codes at retail outlets. Additionally, bus passengers also faced problems and were unable to pay for their rides. Representatives of "Tulpar" reported that the issue lies with the operation of third-party services, not their system.

23.12.2025, 17:43
The committees of the Jogorku Kenesh approved in three readings the bills concerning the republican budget.
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The committees of the Jogorku Kenesh approved in three readings the bills concerning the republican budget.

Today, December 23, a joint meeting was held with the Committees of the Jogorku Kenesh, including the Committees on Finance, Budget and Entrepreneurship, Constitutional Legislation, Labor and Health, as well as other relevant committees. Representatives of the Cabinet of Ministers, led by Chairman Adylbek Kasymaliev, also participated in the meeting. During the meeting, parliamentarians discussed several draft laws, including "On Amendments to the Law of the Kyrgyz Republic on the

23.12.2025, 17:42
Trump gifted Tokayev a symbolic key to the White House and a baseball cap with an autograph.
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Trump gifted Tokayev a symbolic key to the White House and a baseball cap with an autograph.

During this conversation, which took place in the Oval Office in November of this year, Trump expressed his warm wishes to the President of Kazakhstan and emphasized his respect. He characterized Tokayev as "a wonderful person and an experienced statesman with a deep understanding of international affairs." Thus, Trump presented Tokayev with a symbolic key to the White House and an autographed baseball cap as a sign of friendship and cooperation between the two countries.

23.12.2025, 17:29
Local news

Starting in 2026, benefits for families in high-altitude areas will be paid in the Kyrgyz Republic.

Starting from January 1, 2026, a new monthly allowance will be introduced in Kyrgyzstan for families living in hard-to-reach and high-altitude areas. This information was announced by the Ministry of Labor, Social Security, and Migration of the Kyrgyz Republic. The allowance, named "Assistance to Residents of High-Altitude Areas" ("Бийик тоолуу аймактардын жашоочуларына көмөк"), will be provided to families residing in high-altitude and remote settlements, as well as in

23.12.2025, 17:27
A Health Improvement Complex of the State National Security Committee "Kyzyl-Beles" Opened in Chui Region
Local news / Exclusive

A Health Improvement Complex of the State National Security Committee "Kyzyl-Beles" Opened in Chui Region

Today, a ceremonial opening of the health complex of the GKNB "Kyzyl-Beles" took place in the Tash-Moynok rural area, located in the Alamudun district of the Chuy region. At the event organized by the press service of the GKNB, the Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers and Head of the GKNB Kamchybek Tashiev, the authorized representative of the President of the Kyrgyz Republic in the Chuy region Azamat Osmonov, as well as veterans and employees of the agency were present.

23.12.2025, 17:26
Local news

In January 2026, flight cancellations and delays at Manas Airport will cease.

In recent days, the capital airport "Manas" has been experiencing frequent delays, rerouting, and cancellations of flights due to adverse weather conditions, particularly fog. However, forecasts suggest that this situation should significantly improve by early 2026. According to Altynbek Mambetov, the director of infrastructure and regional development of the State Enterprise "Airports of Kyrgyzstan," modernization of the airport's lighting and signaling equipment is

23.12.2025, 17:17
Exclusive

A Leather Factory Will Be Built in the Issyk-Ata District: 100 Hectares of Unused Land Engaged in Production

- On the air of the radio, the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry Bakyt Torobaev announced plans to build a leather processing plant in the Issyk-Ata district. He noted that 100 hectares of previously private but unused land have been transferred to state ownership and are now under the management of the State Enterprise "Agroholding," under the ministry.

23.12.2025, 17:15
Local news / Cultural news

The deputy requests the Ministry of Finance to allocate 12 billion soms to the cultural sector in 2026

According to the legislation, 3% of the republican budget should be allocated to culture; however, in recent years, only 1% has been allocated to this sector. This was reported by deputy Santalat Amanova (district No. 6) at a meeting of several committees of the Jogorku Kenesh on December 23. The deputy noted that in the report for 2024, this figure has increased to 1.5%.

23.12.2025, 17:15
Local news

Residents are mass complaining about the lack of public transport. The city's response.

In the Call Center Kaktus.media, residents from various districts of Bishkek have reached out. They are complaining about the lack of routes, infrequent bus service, and changes in traffic patterns. According to them, this forces them to wait a long time for transport and travel with transfers. ***Residents of the "Dostuk" microdistrict in the Pervomaisky district are asking: "When will public transport be launched in our area?" Previously, minibus No. 240 operated here, but

23.12.2025, 17:14
Local news

Street artist Banksy has published a photo of his new work

The famous street artist Banksy has once again surprised his fans by unveiling a new graffiti piece. He posted a photograph of the work on Instagram. One user remarked: "This art is both sad and filled with hope. Prayers for all the poor children around the world."

23.12.2025, 17:13
Local news

Tashiev: From January 1, inspections of honest entrepreneurs will cease

At the solemn opening of the recreation complex of the State National Security Committee "Kyzyl-Beles" in the Alamudun district of the Chui region, which took place on December 23, the chairman of the State National Security Committee, Kamchybek Tashiev, announced the cessation of comprehensive inspections of honest entrepreneurs starting January 1. According to Tashiev, in 2025, the employees of the State National Security Committee achieved significant results, which suggests the

23.12.2025, 17:11
Local news

The Bishkek City Hall approved the program for the development of social protection for the population of Bishkek until 2028.

At the next session of the Bishkek City Council, a program concerning the development of social protection for the population for the period from 2026 to 2028 was approved. According to information provided by the city administration, the social policy aims to improve living conditions for citizens, especially for those belonging to low-income groups. The program is focused on protecting their basic rights and creating opportunities to enhance their well-being. The main goal of this program is

23.12.2025, 17:06
Exclusive

Three People Injured in Collision Between Car and Van on Bishkek-Osh Highway

A collision occurred on the Bishkek-Osh highway involving two cars, resulting in three people being hospitalized, according to eyewitnesses. According to witnesses, the incident took place on December 22 at the 553rd kilometer of the road in the village of Akman in the Bazar-Korgon district of the Jalal-Abad region. The accident involved a "Toyota Mark" and a "Mercedes-Benz Sprinter."

23.12.2025, 17:03
In Bishkek, a construction company employee was detained for fraud
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In Bishkek, a construction company employee was detained for fraud

According to the information received, the investigative department of the Internal Affairs Directorate of the Lenin District has initiated a criminal case under Article 209 (Fraud) of the Criminal Code of the Kyrgyz Republic in connection with the aforementioned incident. As a result of operational-search activities, police officers were able to detain the suspect — the general director of LLC H.A., born in 1991. He was taken to the investigative department and placed in the temporary

23.12.2025, 16:56
Economy

The Housing Committees approved the bills on the republican budget in three readings.

On December 23, six committees of the Jogorku Kenesh approved draft laws concerning changes to the republican budget for 2025 and the planned period for 2026-2027, as well as the draft law on the republican budget for 2026 and planned indicators for 2027-2028, and this occurred in three readings. As noted by Prime Minister Adylbek Kasymaliev, the actual GDP growth amounted to 11.5%, exceeding the initial forecast of 9%.

23.12.2025, 16:54
By the end of the week, increased air pollution may be observed again in Uzbekistan.
In the world

By the end of the week, increased air pollution may be observed again in Uzbekistan.

Against the backdrop of established warm weather and recent precipitation, a noticeable restriction of air exchange in the lower layer of the atmosphere is observed in several regions of Uzbekistan, including Tashkent, Samarkand, and Jizzakh, during morning, evening, and night hours. This phenomenon leads to the formation of unfavorable meteorological conditions that hinder the dispersion of pollutants. Agency specialists note that the natural and geographical features and terrain of

23.12.2025, 16:42
The Deputy Minister of Finance Visited Special Children in the Chui Region Ahead of the Holiday
Local news / Exclusive

The Deputy Minister of Finance Visited Special Children in the Chui Region Ahead of the Holiday

Deputy Minister of Finance of the Kyrgyz Republic Ernst Kaldybaev visited the "Special Primary School-Internat for Children with Mental Development Delays," located in the village of Nizhnechuy in the Chui region. According to the press service of the ministry, Kaldybaev familiarized himself with the construction process of the new sports complex and discussed with the school's administration the next steps for implementing this project. Additionally, he interacted with the

23.12.2025, 16:34
Incidents

Former Minister of Science Baktyar Orozov Stripped of Driving License for a Year for Drunk Driving

According to information provided by the Chuy Regional Court, Baktyar Orozov, the former Minister of Science, has been deprived of his driver's license for one year. This decision was made by the Alamedin District Court on December 19, 2025. Orozov was found guilty under the provisions of the "On Offenses" article. It is worth reminding that on December 15, Baktyar Orozov was dismissed from his position due to a violation of ethical standards among state and municipal officials.

23.12.2025, 16:33