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The Most Powerful Storm in History: Hurricane Melissa Rages in Jamaica, There Are Casualties
In the world / Exclusive

The Most Powerful Storm in History: Hurricane Melissa Rages in Jamaica, There Are Casualties

Hurricane Melissa, which has reached Category Four, is raging in Jamaica with wind gusts exceeding 140 miles per hour (approximately 225 km/h). According to NBC News, this storm could become the strongest ever recorded on the island. As of the latest reports, four fatalities have already been confirmed. Meteorologists express concerns about impending catastrophic flooding and landslides that could affect not only Jamaica but also Haiti and the Dominican Republic.

27.10.2025, 11:56
Local news

The hotline for children of the Ministry of Labor of the Kyrgyz Republic receives more than 190 calls a day

In the nine months of 2025, the "Child Helpline" center, operating under the Ministry of Labor, Social Protection, and Migration, recorded 53,871 calls. This averages to 1,897 calls daily and 5,985 calls monthly, as reported by the agency's press service. Of the total number of inquiries, 2,095 people sought consultations and assistance: 869 of them (41.5 percent) were children, while 1,226 (58.5 percent) were adults.

27.10.2025, 11:45
Local news

A tram will operate in Bishkek. The BGA has named the approximate routes.

In Bishkek, the construction of tram lines is planned. The Deputy Director of the Municipal Enterprise "Bishkek Main Architecture," Aziret Azimov, shared this information on the air of "Birinchi Radio." According to him, the previous general plan provided for the presence of 5-6 types of public transport; however, in the updated version, only 2-3 will remain, but with a clear justification for implementation in specific areas and in certain years.

27.10.2025, 11:45
Sadyr Japarov Prepares for Visit to the USA at the Invitation of Donald Trump
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Sadyr Japarov Prepares for Visit to the USA at the Invitation of Donald Trump

President of the Kyrgyz Republic Sadyr Japarov will participate in the summit of Central Asian and U.S. leaders in the "C5+1" format. The president's press secretary, Askhat Alagozov, informed the Kabar agency that the invitation from Donald Trump was gratefully accepted. Currently, activities are underway to organize the working visit of the head of state to the USA to ensure successful participation in the upcoming meeting.

27.10.2025, 11:44
Exclusive

The police conducted an investigation based on information about a schoolgirl from the Alaisky district — the mother requested a commission examination.

In the Alay district, an inspection was conducted in connection with reports of possible sexual relations between school students, as reported by sources. According to available information, in September of this year, a female eighth-grade student allegedly entered into an intimate relationship with a classmate at one of the local schools.

27.10.2025, 11:42
The GKNB has detained the vice-mayor and the director of the DMS of the city of Tash-Kumyr
Local news

The GKNB has detained the vice-mayor and the director of the DMS of the city of Tash-Kumyr

Employees of the GKNB detained the vice-mayor of Tash-Kumyr, K.N.A., and K.U.A., the head of the Department of Municipal Property. They are suspected of illegally transferring municipal land into private ownership. It has been established that the plots were located in Shamalduu-Sai and the villages of Tendik, Chuyut-Sai, and Kyzyl-Alma in the Nooken district, and were transferred to relatives and associated individuals through fictitious auctions with undervalued prices. These actions caused

27.10.2025, 11:42
Local news

In Bishkek, each district will have its own center

The Deputy Head of the Municipal Enterprise "Bishkek City Architecture," Aziret Azimov, stated in an interview on "Birinchi Radio" that according to the new general plan, each district of the capital will have its own center. An important part of this strategy will be attention to the outskirts of the city. According to Azimov, the focus will shift from the traditional emphasis on the center of Bishkek to the development of all districts. For example, the Oktobrskiy and

27.10.2025, 11:40
Incidents

The GKNB intercepted several tons of smuggled rice from Uzbekistan

In the Kadamjai area, a batch of rice weighing between 6 to 7 tons was seized, which was being illegally imported into Kyrgyzstan from Uzbekistan, as reported by the press service of the State Committee for National Security. According to available information, an organized criminal group consisting of citizens of Kyrgyzstan and Uzbekistan had been operating in this area for a long time. This group violated customs, tax, and border laws by smuggling various goods along the route from Fergana to

27.10.2025, 11:38
Incidents / Photo gallery

At a gas station in the suburbs of Bishkek, an armored car driver was robbed. Photo

According to information provided by the Main Internal Affairs Directorate of the Chui Region, the cashier A. K. became a victim of an attack at a gas station in the village of Petrovka. The incident occurred on October 18 at around 4:30 AM. According to the victim, several assailants wearing medical masks attacked him, using pepper spray. As a result of the attack, two bags were stolen from him, after which the assailants fled the scene. During the investigation, the suspects were arrested: S.

27.10.2025, 11:37
Local news

National Statistics Committee of the Kyrgyz Republic: Buses and taxis remain the main modes of transportation for citizens

On October 26, the country celebrated the Day of Workers in the Automotive and Road Industry, during which the National Statistical Committee presented updated data on the state of the transport sector. According to the provided information, road transport continues to hold a leading position in the field of transportation. Last year, over 54 million tons of cargo were transported, accounting for more than 80% of the total volume of freight transport. A large portion of the transportation is

27.10.2025, 11:37
Local news / Exclusive

In Batken, a man's clothes were stolen — a foreigner has been detained

In the Batken region, a citizen of another country was detained, suspected of committing theft, reports the press service of the regional internal affairs department. According to information from the local police, the incident occurred on October 22 at approximately 11:30 PM in the city of Batken. A 37-year-old man, M.K., who is temporarily residing in this city, reported to the police about the theft during which his personal belongings were stolen, including a Samsung A50 mobile phone,

27.10.2025, 11:34
A batch of smuggled rice from Uzbekistan has been seized in Kyrgyzstan
Incidents

A batch of smuggled rice from Uzbekistan has been seized in Kyrgyzstan

During operational activities conducted by the State Committee for National Security (GKNB) in the Kadamjay district, a batch of smuggled rice weighing about 6-7 tons, imported from Uzbekistan to Kyrgyzstan, was seized. During the investigation, it was revealed that an organized criminal group operates in this area, consisting of citizens of the Kyrgyz Republic and the Republic of Uzbekistan, which has been violating customs, tax, and border laws for a long time, engaging in the smuggling of

27.10.2025, 11:33
Exclusive

Ulukbek Artykov became the director of the school in the village of Cholok-Kaiyn in the Ak-Talinsky district.

Ulukbek Artykov has become the new director of the school located in the village of Cholok-Kaiyn, which is part of the Ail Aimak of Ala-Buga in the Naryn region, in the Ak-Tal district. As reported by the head of the education department of this district, Zhaidarbek Sydykov, Artykov's predecessor, Melisbek Ashyrbekov, left his position voluntarily. Based on the successful completion of the competitive selection process, Artykov, who previously held the position of deputy director for

27.10.2025, 11:32
Culture / Exclusive

In At-Bashy, the 100th anniversary of two people's artists was celebrated

In At-Bashy, a solemn event was held to commemorate the centenary of the People's Artists of Kyrgyzstan — Seyitkazy Andabekov and Koysun Karasartova. During the celebration, moments from their creative journey were showcased, as well as the significant contribution of these outstanding individuals to the development of culture. The ensemble "Shayir Apalar" and other cultural workers performed the famous works of the artists, creating an atmosphere of an unforgettable evening

27.10.2025, 11:32
Incidents

The State Committee for National Security detained a suspect in inciting interregional hostility

On October 27, the press service of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB) reported the detention of a person suspected of inciting racial, ethnic, national, and religious enmity between regions. During monitoring of the social network Instagram, an account was discovered that published materials contributing to interregional hostility. This incident falls under Article 330 of the Criminal Code of the Kyrgyz Republic, which pertains to inciting racial, ethnic, national, and religious

27.10.2025, 11:30
Incidents

Beating of Mirlan Taalaybekov. Suspects Sent to Pre-Trial Detention Center

According to information provided to the editorial office of Kaktus.media from the Lenin District Department of Internal Affairs in Bishkek, the incident occurred on October 25. That night, at the intersection of Omur and Dolon-Biy streets, a BMW driven by Mirlan Taalaibekov collided with a Toyota Will. The conflict that arose after the accident led to four men beating the official. As a result of operational actions, four suspects were detained: J. A., S. A., E. A., and S. E. All of them were

27.10.2025, 11:28
Incidents

Fraudsters Created a Fake Video with the Head of the UPSM Press Service Using AI

A video has started circulating on social networks in Kyrgyzstan, in which Nursultan Muratbekov, the head of the press service of the Patrol Police, allegedly promotes a Telegram channel promising earnings through monetary investments. According to the press service of the patrol police, a statement was made on October 27 that this video is a forgery created using neural network technologies. In this regard, they urged citizens not to trust such materials and to exercise caution.

27.10.2025, 11:27
Exclusive

The GKNB returned the building of the K.M. Mambetaliev Gallery to the Naryn Museum.

The press service of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB) reported on October 27 about the return of the gallery building to state ownership. According to investigative data, in 2000, the building of the city library in Naryn, with a land area of 1,350 square meters, was illegally transferred into private hands of S.A.M. Subsequently, a building for the art gallery was constructed on that site.

27.10.2025, 11:26
GNS Employees Exchanged Experience with the Swiss Company SICPA
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GNS Employees Exchanged Experience with the Swiss Company SICPA

From October 21 to 23 of this year, a delegation from the State Tax Service of Kyrgyzstan, led by Deputy Chairman Bakyt Jienbekov, visited the Swiss company SICPA. The purpose of the trip was to study the company's experience and develop cooperation. During the visit, representatives of the Tax Service held meetings with the management and specialists of SICPA, where they discussed opportunities for mutually beneficial cooperation and new approaches to the digitalization of tax

27.10.2025, 11:25
Incidents

The Traffic Police Identified Over 24,000 Traffic Violations in a Week

According to preliminary data, from October 20 to October 26, employees of the Main Directorate for Road Traffic Safety of the Ministry of Internal Affairs identified 24,270 violations of traffic rules. This information was reported by the press service of the agency on October 27. Among the violations:

27.10.2025, 11:25
Incidents

The vice-mayor of one of the cities was detained on suspicion of corruption.

According to information from the press center of the State Committee for National Security, high-ranking officials of the city administration in Tash-Kumyr have been detained on suspicion of corrupt activities. The preliminary investigation by the GKNB revealed that these individuals illegally transferred municipal land plots located in Shamaldy-Sai, as well as in the villages of Tendik, Chuyut-Sai, and Kyzyl-Alma, which until 2024 were part of Tash-Kumyr, into private hands. The suspects are

27.10.2025, 11:19
Gold, deposits, shopping centers. Where the pension savings of Kyrgyz citizens are going
Local news

Gold, deposits, shopping centers. Where the pension savings of Kyrgyz citizens are going

Photo from the internet. Chairman of the Social Fund of the KR Bakhtiyar Aliyev Recently, it became known that the Social Fund purchased "Ayu Grand" for 3.2 billion soms, and in the spring, it bought the "Ala-Archa" shopping center for 1.75 billion soms. Bakhtiyar Aliyev, head of the Social Fund of the Kyrgyz Republic, explained how these assets affect the pension savings of citizens and where else the fund's resources are directed.

27.10.2025, 11:18
Scientists from OshSU discovered an ancient archaeological site in the Kara-Suu district
Local news

Scientists from OshSU discovered an ancient archaeological site in the Kara-Suu district

The scientific team of Osh State University conducted a research expedition to the Shut pasture in the Kara-Suu district, where an archaeological site dating back to the 2nd-1st centuries BC was discovered, according to preliminary data. The university reported this. According to the initiator of this expedition, geoecologist Abidzhapar Akkulov, numerous ceramic fragments, remnants of hand mills ("zhargylchak"), and petroglyphs, that is, images carved on stones, were discovered

27.10.2025, 11:18
In Russia, they reported an attack of nearly 200 drones, more than 30 of which were "heading for Moscow."
In the world

In Russia, they reported an attack of nearly 200 drones, more than 30 of which were "heading for Moscow."

Illustrative image According to the Ministry of Defense, 42 drones were shot down in the Kaluga region, 40 in Moscow, 32 in Tula, 10 in Kursk, seven in the Oryol region, four each in Rostov and Voronezh regions, two each in Orenburg and Tambov regions, and one each in Belgorod, Lipetsk, and Samara regions. Moscow Mayor Sergey Sobyanin reported that since the evening of October 26, Russian air defense forces have shot down 34 drones attempting to approach the capital. In his Telegram channel,

27.10.2025, 11:15
The GKNB Returned the Library Building in Naryn to State Ownership
Incidents

The GKNB Returned the Library Building in Naryn to State Ownership

According to information from the press service of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB), in 2000, a building with an area of 1350 square meters, along with the adjacent land plot, was unlawfully transferred into private ownership. Later, a building for an art gallery was constructed on this site. During the investigative actions, the property was returned to state ownership and is now under the management of the Naryn Regional Historical and Ethnographic Museum named after Kaken

27.10.2025, 11:08
Local news

Now licenses for practicing law in the Kyrgyz Republic are issued online

An important update in the field of justice has occurred in Kyrgyzstan: the Ministry of Justice has introduced a new electronic system for issuing licenses for legal practice. This was reported by the ministry's press service. This initiative is being implemented within the framework of the Law "On the Licensing and Permitting System in the Kyrgyz Republic" and is part of an Action Plan aimed at digital transformation from 2024 to 2028.

27.10.2025, 11:06
In Kyrgyzstan, the campaign "World Savings Day" has started
Economy

In Kyrgyzstan, the campaign "World Savings Day" has started

Today, a campaign dedicated to the "World Savings Day" has started in Kyrgyzstan, as reported by the National Bank of the country. According to the information, this event has been held since 2015 and is organized with the support of the National Bank, as well as with the participation of government agencies, financial institutions, the Deposit Protection Agency, and other interested parties.

27.10.2025, 11:05
Japan Days were held in the city of Osh
Local news

Japan Days were held in the city of Osh

Japan Days, organized by the Embassy of Japan in Kyrgyzstan, JICA, and the Kyrgyz-Japanese Center for Human Development (KRJC), took place on October 17 and 18 in the southern capital — Osh. The first day of the events opened with a screening of the Japanese film "Miracles Nearby" at Osh State University. This film was provided by a Japanese foundation specifically for students studying the Japanese language.

27.10.2025, 11:05
Health

How long does a doctor need to study?

Complex medicine requires not only theoretical knowledge but also many years of practical experience, especially in the field of cardiology. Professor Igor Pershukov, Doctor of Medical Sciences, shares his experience of becoming a physician and discusses issues in the healthcare system. Igor Pershukov is a professor and head of the Department of Hospital Therapy and Oncology at Jalal-Abad State University, as well as a member of the American College of Cardiology and the American Society of

27.10.2025, 11:02
Local news

Flu and ARVI Season. FOMS Reminds What Medical Services Are Provided for Free

The Mandatory Health Insurance Fund (MHIF) reminds that with the onset of autumn and winter, there is an increase in cases of colds and viral diseases. To prevent serious consequences, it is strongly recommended to consult medical professionals instead of trying to cope with the illness on your own. Citizens can receive the necessary assistance at primary care centers (PCC) or family medicine centers (FMC) as part of the state guarantees program (SGP), which is available to everyone, regardless

27.10.2025, 11:02
Ecology

The #23for23 Campaign for Snow Leopard Protection Gathered 101 Million People

In honor of International Snow Leopard Day, the #23for23 campaign saw participation from 101 million people across nine countries. This was reported by the International Snow Leopard Conservation Fund on October 27. The idea behind the event "#23for23: 23 Minutes for Snow Leopards" is to dedicate 23 minutes to physical activity as a sign of support for efforts to protect the snow leopard.

27.10.2025, 10:59