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Local news

Seid Atambaev: The Zoological Institutes of Kazakhstan and Russia Request to Preserve the Zoological Museum of the Kyrgyz Republic

During the meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, Deputy Seidbek Atambaev spoke about his visit to a museum that is celebrating its 100th anniversary this year. According to him, the condition of the institution is extremely unsatisfactory: there has been no renovation in the last 20 years, the display cases are outdated, and the technical conditions may negatively affect children's education. Atambaev noted that the museum houses unique exhibits that require the creation of a new building with

05.03.2026, 19:30
Incidents

Rented video equipment but deceived. Suspect in fraud detained.

On March 5, it became known about the detention of a young man suspected of fraudulent activities in Bishkek. The information was provided by the press service of the Oktyabrsky District Department of Internal Affairs. One of the residents of the capital contacted law enforcement, reporting a case of fraud. According to him, the suspect rented a Sony FX30 camera, a Sigma 24–70 lens, a flash card, and a Tilta Full cage from him, and then stopped responding. The total amount of damage caused was

05.03.2026, 19:28
Incidents

The Ministry of Internal Affairs detained foreigners wanted by Kazakhstan and Turkey. One had a KR passport.

In Kyrgyzstan, foreigners who were on the international wanted list through Interpol have been detained. According to information from the Ministry of Internal Affairs, a citizen identified as S. L., born in 1971, was arrested in Bishkek. He is wanted by law enforcement agencies in Kazakhstan for creating an organized criminal group, fraud, and large-scale embezzlement, with total damages amounting to 183.6 million tenge (32.6 million soms).

05.03.2026, 19:16
Incidents

In Kant, a man lied about the murder of his wife

In the Chuy region, a local resident was held accountable for making a false call to the police, as reported by the press service of the regional Department of Internal Affairs. According to the information, on March 4, an unidentified drunk man called the police and claimed that he had killed his wife. His speech was inadequate and incoherent.

05.03.2026, 19:15
Incidents

Detained operative officer of the Internal Affairs Department of the city of Osh for extortion while receiving money

In Osh, as a result of a joint operation by the Internal Intelligence Service of the Ministry of Internal Affairs, an operative officer of the "Sulaiman-Too" Department of Internal Affairs of the city of Osh was detained on charges of extortion, as reported by the press service of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB). According to the agency, the detained operative officer M.A.Z., using his official position, demanded 200 dollars from citizen A.K.D. for assistance in

05.03.2026, 19:04
KarakoL received Travelife Certified certification at the ITB Berlin exhibition
Local news

KarakoL received Travelife Certified certification at the ITB Berlin exhibition

The public association "Destination Karakol" has received the prestigious international Travelife Certified certificate, which is the highest level of the sustainable tourism system. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Economy. The award ceremony took place in Berlin as part of the international tourism exhibition ITB Berlin 2026.

05.03.2026, 19:00
Local news

Press Secretary of the President: Attitude Towards Business and Journalists Will Be Reevaluated

According to Alagozov, the key priorities for the state remain issues related to national security and public stability. He added that law enforcement agencies will receive recommendations to use as many preventive and procedural measures as possible that are not related to arrest, whenever feasible and in accordance with the law. "However, this does not grant the right to permissiveness: each decision will be made based on specific circumstances and within the framework of current

05.03.2026, 18:58
Incidents

In Osh, during the operation "Den", suspects in the sale of a particularly large batch of hashish have been detained.

On March 5, the press service of the State Drug Control Service of the Ministry of Internal Affairs reported that in Osh, the activities of a criminal group engaged in the sale of Afghan-origin drugs in large volumes were suppressed. During the operation "Den", conducted on March 2, narcotics control officers detained 34-year-old K.S.D. while attempting to sell hashish. During further investigation, it was revealed that 49-year-old M.A.A. is suspected of organizing this criminal

05.03.2026, 18:58
Kyrgyzstan Modernizes Agriculture: 14 New MTS and 68 Cooperatives Opened
Economy / Exclusive

Kyrgyzstan Modernizes Agriculture: 14 New MTS and 68 Cooperatives Opened

In 2022, significant steps were taken in Kyrgyzstan to improve infrastructure in the agricultural sector, as reported by the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry of the country. According to the ministry, the construction of a quarantine laboratory has begun in Jalal-Abad, and $350,000 has been allocated for the upgrade of the laboratory in Balakchy.

05.03.2026, 18:57
The Jogorku Kenesh is considering the EAEU trade agreement with Mongolia
Economy

The Jogorku Kenesh is considering the EAEU trade agreement with Mongolia

The document includes a reduction in tariffs At the meeting during the second reading, the deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh supported the bill on the ratification of the Temporary Trade Agreement concluded between the Eurasian Economic Union and Mongolia. This agreement was signed on June 27, 2025, in Minsk and aims to deepen economic cooperation and create conditions for the free movement of goods and capital among the participants. The document includes mutual reductions in customs duties and

05.03.2026, 18:57
Incidents

A Russian national with someone else's passport of a Kyrgyz citizen was detained at Issyk-Kul. He was wanted.

On March 5, the press service of the Ministry of Internal Affairs reported the detention of a foreigner in Cholpon-Ata, located in the Issyk-Kul region. This individual was wanted internationally, as initiated by Interpol. The Russian authorities had declared K.D.M., born in 1980, wanted due to suspicions of fraud amounting to 8 million 346 thousand rubles. According to the investigation, he had been hiding in the Issyk-Kul region, using a passport issued under a different name, which belongs

05.03.2026, 18:55
Local news / Exclusive

In the city of Kyzyl-Kiya, awards were presented to the winners of international tournaments

On March 5, a ceremony was held at the Kyzyl-Kiya City Hall, where athletes and representatives from the education sector who excelled in republican and international competitions were awarded. The Mayor of the city, Altynbek Bekturov, and the Chairman of the City Council, Asylbek Murzaev, welcomed the laureates, presenting them with honorary certificates and cash prizes for their contribution to the promotion of Kyzyl-Kiya.

05.03.2026, 18:51
The GKNB detained an employee of the GUOBDD on charges of fraud
Local news

The GKNB detained an employee of the GUOBDD on charges of fraud

An employee of the OPSM, working in the Internal Affairs Department of the city of Osh, was detained by the State Committee for National Security of the Kyrgyz Republic in cooperation with the Ministry of Internal Affairs' SVR during the investigation of a fraud case. According to information obtained during the investigation, in August 2025, he deceitfully acquired 100,000 soms, receiving 50,000 from two citizens known as "K.Y." and "T.D." This money was intended to

05.03.2026, 18:47
Tourism

Ski Business of Kyrgyzstan: Who Pays Taxes and Who Reports "Zero"

- Kyrgyzstan is one of the few places in Central Asia where the ski season lasts almost six months, from December to April. The country has many resorts, ranging from traditional Soviet ones to modern complexes with European-made chairlifts. The largest number of such bases is located in the Chui region (in the vicinity of Bishkek) and the Issyk-Kul region. The ski industry in Kyrgyzstan is represented by eleven bases, each with its own scale and legal status. Most of them operate as limited

05.03.2026, 18:39
Local news

Artist Cholpon Alamanova Creates Art Hats and Dreams of Them Being Worn Every Day

Today, March 5, Kyrgyzstan celebrates the Day of the Ak Kalpak, dedicated to the traditional headwear. Artist Cholpon Alamanova was inspired by this event and began creating original art kalpaks, incorporating elements of kurak. In her works, she adds unusual details to traditional felt kalpaks and sometimes includes small inscriptions or wishes inside for those who will become their owners.

05.03.2026, 18:39
Local news

The doctor named the main reason for back problems among young people in Kyrgyzstan.

More and more young people in Kyrgyzstan are reporting complaints of back pain, which is associated with their sedentary lifestyle. This was stated by neurologist-vertebrologist Andrey Ratинов on the air of "Birinchi Radio". According to him, back pain is the leading cause of disability and incapacity to work worldwide. It is expected that by 2050, the number of such cases will increase by 300 million, and currently, more than half a billion people are already facing this problem, as

05.03.2026, 18:37
Exclusive

Nurbek Olzhobaev appointed head of the Toktogul District Education Department

Nurbek Olzhobaev now heads the Toktogul District Department of Education. This information was provided by the district state administration. It has become known that this position remained vacant until recently, and Olzhobaev was appointed to it as a result of rotation. Previously, he held the position of head of the Nooken District Department of Education.

05.03.2026, 18:37
Exclusive

GKNB: An employee of the Main Department of Road Safety detained for fraud.

The material is prepared by K-News. Publication and partial use of the text is only possible with the permission of the K-News editorial office. In the Kyrgyz Republic, employees of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB), together with the Internal Intelligence Service of the Ministry of Internal Affairs, detained a representative of the Main Department of Road Safety (GUOBDD) of the Ministry of Internal Affairs for the Osh region as part of a fraud case.

05.03.2026, 18:35
Kyrgyz citizens illegally residing in Belarus will be assisted in returning to their homeland
Local news / Exclusive

Kyrgyz citizens illegally residing in Belarus will be assisted in returning to their homeland

Kyrgyzstan ratifies the readmission agreement with Belarus In the second reading, the bill on the ratification of the agreement between Kyrgyzstan and Belarus, signed on September 29, 2025, in Minsk, was approved by the Jogorku Kenesh. This agreement will simplify the process of returning citizens who are illegally in another country, as well as organize the transit of those who are subject to deportation, in accordance with international standards. Moreover, this document creates conditions

05.03.2026, 18:29
In Osh, a police officer was detained for extortion.
Local news

In Osh, a police officer was detained for extortion.

During anti-corruption measures conducted by the State Committee for National Security of the Kyrgyz Republic (GKNB KR), a case of extortion of funds by a police officer from the "Sulaiman-Too" department of the Osh City Police was uncovered. The officer was identified as Senior Lieutenant M.A.Z. According to the investigation, this police officer, using his official position, demanded from a citizen of the Kyrgyz Republic, A.K.D., the sum of 200 US dollars. This money was needed to

05.03.2026, 18:29
Peas, pumpkin, and plums from Kyrgyzstan are exported to the international market
Economy

Peas, pumpkin, and plums from Kyrgyzstan are exported to the international market

The main importers are Russia, Japan, and China Kyrgyzstan is actively exporting peas, pumpkin, and plums to international markets, as reported by the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry. According to information from the ministry, the following shipments were made in 2025: - 40 tons of lentil seeds were sent to Russia; - 1500 tons of "Lagenaria" pumpkin seeds were shipped to Japan; - the first batch of dried plums, totaling 23 tons, was sent to China;

05.03.2026, 18:26
The Ministry of Education, with the help of JICA, aims to strengthen the development of inclusive education
Local news

The Ministry of Education, with the help of JICA, aims to strengthen the development of inclusive education

Recently, a meeting was held at the Ministry of Education with representatives of the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA), where joint initiatives in the field of education were discussed. Photo by the Ministry of Education During the conversation, the parties outlined plans to strengthen inclusive education in schools, which involves not only improving infrastructure but also enhancing the qualifications of specialists working with children with special educational needs.

05.03.2026, 18:16
Local news

Construction company set up a dump on the bypass road of Bishkek

The municipal inspection of Bishkek continues its efforts to identify and eliminate unauthorized dumps. This was reported by the city hall of the capital. On the bypass road located in the territory of the MTU "Prigorod," inspectors discovered construction and industrial waste, marking another instance of illegal waste disposal.

05.03.2026, 18:10
Economy / Exclusive

A meeting with entrepreneurs was held in the city of Manas

A meeting dedicated to the protection of the legitimate rights and interests of entrepreneurs took place in the Jalal-Abad region. According to information from the prosecutor's office, high-ranking representatives participated in the event, including the presidential envoy in the Jalal-Abad region, the head of the regional internal affairs department, the head of the Main Department of the State National Security Committee, as well as the heads of territorial departments of the State Tax

05.03.2026, 18:04
A Sedentary Lifestyle Poses a Threat to the Spine Even for Young People — Doctor's Advice
Health / Exclusive

A Sedentary Lifestyle Poses a Threat to the Spine Even for Young People — Doctor's Advice

According to neurologist-vertebrologist Andrei Ratino, the main threat to spinal health lies in insufficient physical activity. On the air of Birinchi Radio, he noted that while previously such issues were mainly addressed by people over 40, currently 15–20% of patients are young people and teenagers under 25. Ratino emphasized that regular morning exercises, even for 20–30 minutes, can significantly improve overall well-being. "A walk before work or a simple warm-up makes a person more

05.03.2026, 18:04
In Kyrgyzstan, the coverage of prenatal monitoring for pregnant women reached 91.7%
Health / Exclusive

In Kyrgyzstan, the coverage of prenatal monitoring for pregnant women reached 91.7%

As of today, there are 2167 maternity beds, 741 beds for gynecological diseases, and 521 beds designated for the treatment of pregnancy pathologies functioning in Kyrgyzstan. This information was announced at a meeting with the Minister of Health, Damirbek Osmonov, where the results of the perinatal service's work in 2025 and plans for the future until 2030 were discussed. The Ministry of Health of the Kyrgyz Republic reports that perinatal care is organized in the country according to a

05.03.2026, 18:03
Local news / Exclusive

In the city of Manas, workers of the judicial system were congratulated

A solemn event dedicated to the Day of Workers of the Judicial System of the Kyrgyz Republic was held at the House of Justice in Manas. Among the participants of the event were the Chairperson of the Jalal-Abad Regional Court, Zhipar Sabirova, judges from both regional and district and city courts, as well as representatives of local authorities, law enforcement agencies, and court staff.

05.03.2026, 17:57
Incidents

Employee of the Main Directorate for Road Traffic Safety of the Ministry of Internal Affairs detained on suspicion of fraud

In Osh, an employee of the Main Department for Road Safety of the Ministry of Internal Affairs was detained on suspicion of fraudulent activities. This information was announced by the press service of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB). According to the provided data, the detention was the result of an investigation into a criminal case initiated on the grounds of fraud.

05.03.2026, 17:56
Why Do We Feel Sleepy After Winter? An Expert Doctor's Answer
Local news / Exclusive

Why Do We Feel Sleepy After Winter? An Expert Doctor's Answer

According to Tatyana Molostova, a medical expert at EGENY, after the winter period, our body undergoes a restructuring of biological clocks, which can lead to temporary difficulties in adapting to new conditions, particularly sleep disturbances. She shared her thoughts in an interview with the "Gazeta.ru" portal. “Human circadian sleep rhythms depend on the change of day and night, as well as the seasons. A lack of daylight leads to a decrease in serotonin production — the hormone

05.03.2026, 17:52
Health / Exclusive

The blood center building in Osh is in a deplorable state

During the session of the Osh City Council held on March 4, the issue regarding the state of the Osh Regional and City Blood Center was discussed. Deputy Aidar Kamalov expressed his concerns and addressed the mayor regarding this problem. Kamalov noted that the Osh Regional Blood Center had been reorganized and now operates as a unified center for the region and the city. However, according to him, the situation in this institution is extremely alarming. "The conditions for donors do not

05.03.2026, 17:51
Elite House congratulates on Ramadan: building a secure future for your family
Local news

Elite House congratulates on Ramadan: building a secure future for your family

The construction company Elite House, one of the leading players in the market, wishes all its compatriots peace, goodness, and prosperity during this holy month of Ramadan. Elite House understands that a home is not just a building, but a place where your strength is manifested. That is why the company sets high standards at every stage of construction, using only the best materials, ensuring strict seismic safety control, and implementing modern engineering solutions. We place great

05.03.2026, 17:49
Local news

The section of the highway north-south has been cleared of rockfalls

On March 4, a landslide occurred on the alternative North-South highway section, stretching from the 243rd to the 296th kilometer, in the area of Aral - Kazarman, caused by snowfall, which blocked one of the traffic lanes. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Transport and Communications. The road maintenance enterprise (DMP) No. 18 promptly cleared the road of stones, and traffic was restored. Currently, the highway is open for travel, and there are no restrictions.

05.03.2026, 17:42
Fraudsters Posing as Law Enforcement Officers Steal Over 11 Million Soms from a Bishkek Resident
Incidents / Exclusive

Fraudsters Posing as Law Enforcement Officers Steal Over 11 Million Soms from a Bishkek Resident

In the Sverdlovsk district of the capital, local police detained suspects in a fraud case, one victim of which was a woman who lost over 11 million soms. The press service of the Sverdlovsk police department reported this incident. On February 20, L.K. approached the district police department, stating that from February 16 to 19, she received calls via the WhatsApp messenger from individuals claiming to be employees of the State Committee for National Security, the Ministry of Internal

05.03.2026, 17:40
Approved Regulations on the National Digital Ecosystem
Exclusive

Approved Regulations on the National Digital Ecosystem

The adoption of the Regulation on the National Digital Ecosystem became possible thanks to the signing of the relevant document by the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic, Adylbek Kasymaliev. The development of this document is aimed at implementing the Digital Code of the Kyrgyz Republic and creating a legal framework for the effective functioning of a unified nationwide digital ecosystem. This ecosystem will ensure the exchange of digital data between state

05.03.2026, 17:40