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In Kyrgyzstan, a musical "Suymonkul" has been created in memory of the famous actor
Local news

In Kyrgyzstan, a musical "Suymonkul" has been created in memory of the famous actor

The presentation will take place at the National Philharmonic From February 12 to 17, the long-awaited premiere of the musical "Suymonkul" will be held on the stage of the Toktogul Satylganov National Philharmonic. This information was announced by representatives of the Ministry of Culture. This musical is a tribute to the memory of the outstanding actor and artist Suymonkul Chokmorov, and its script was written by playwright Akbar Kubanychbekov. According to ministry

09.02.2026, 13:35
Exclusive

Admission to state driving schools starts on February 10. There are conditions.

Starting from February 10, the Kyrgyz Republic will begin enrollment in state driving schools, and updated driver training programs will be introduced. This was reported by Kaktus.media through the Office of the President of the KR. Enrollment in driving schools will be available exclusively in an online format on the official website avtomektep.srs.kg.

09.02.2026, 13:35
Incidents

Mother threw children out of the fifth-floor window in the Zhambyl region of Kazakhstan

A tragic incident occurred in the Zhambyl region of Kazakhstan: a mother threw her children out of the window of an apartment on the fifth floor. This was reported by Tengrinews.kz. According to the publication, the incident took place in Taraz. The victims were two children — a five-year-old and a three-year-old. They were hospitalized with closed traumatic brain injuries and acute brain swelling.

09.02.2026, 13:34
Local news

The minister warned: some livestock markets will be closed

At a recent meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh Committee on Agricultural Issues, Deputy Erkeaiym Seitkazieva raised the question of the possibility of opening a livestock market in the Issyk-Ata district. She noted that the market in Tokmok was closed, after which a new market was opened in the Kemin district. "The distance to Kemin is 90 km from Issyk-Ata, and to Kara-Balta is also 90 km. That's quite far," the deputy added.

09.02.2026, 13:32
Exclusive

How to Install a Drip Irrigation System? Answer by Bakyt Torobaev

- On February 9, 2026, during a meeting of the Committee of the Jogorku Kenesh on agricultural policy, ecology, water resources, and subsoil use, Deputy Mahabat Mavlyanova raised the issue of developing drip irrigation in Kyrgyzstan. In response, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Agriculture Bakyt Torobaev announced the allocation of funds for the implementation of a drip irrigation system on 5.2 thousand hectares of agricultural land.

09.02.2026, 13:30
Incidents

In Balykchy, a schoolboy was injured by falling gates. The child was hospitalized.

The incident occurred in Balykchy, where a 4th-grade student was struck by falling gates. The child was urgently taken to a medical facility. This was reported to journalists by Kaktus.media at the Internal Affairs Department of the Issyk-Kul region. On February 3, a local resident, Ch. A., shared a troubling message on social media about a student from the village of Tash-Saray who was hit by the gates while playing on the football field. Ch. A. called for accountability for those responsible

09.02.2026, 13:28
Exclusive

"Only two people received a loan for the development of organic farming, - Torobaev"

- During the meeting of the Committee of the Jogorku Kenesh, which took place on February 9, 2026, Deputy Mahabat Mavlyanova raised the issue that farmers are unable to obtain loans for the development of organic agriculture. In response, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Agriculture Bakyt Torobaev noted that there are special concessional loans for this purpose; however, only two people have been able to take advantage of them.

09.02.2026, 13:28
Incidents

71-year-old man suspected of raping 15-year-old granddaughter

In the Bazar-Korgon district, law enforcement officials informed the editorial team of Kaktus.media about the initiation of a criminal case against a 71-year-old man suspected of raping his 15-year-old granddaughter. It became known that on February 5, a statement was received at the Bazar-Korgon district police department from a local resident born in 1991, named T. M. He reported that his grandfather, born in 1955, M. M., while at his home, used physical force and committed sexual acts

09.02.2026, 13:27
Attempt on the Deputy Head of the GRU in Moscow: FSB stated that the suspects confessed. According to the security service, the customer was the SBU.
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Attempt on the Deputy Head of the GRU in Moscow: FSB stated that the suspects confessed. According to the security service, the customer was the SBU.

The FSB showed the faces of the participants in the assassination attempt on General Vladimir Alexeev According to the Public Relations Center (PRC) of the FSB of Russia, the detainees in the case of the assassination attempt on Lieutenant General Vladimir Alexeev, Lyubomir Korba and Viktor Vasin, have made confessions. According to the FSB, the suspects acted on the orders of the SBU. In particular, Polish special services were involved in the recruitment of Korba, who became the executor of

09.02.2026, 13:23
Incidents

Suspects in Extortion Detained in Batken Region

A criminal case of extortion has been opened in the Batken region, where a group of suspects pressured the victim to obtain monetary funds. This was reported by representatives of the regional Internal Affairs Department. According to preliminary information, the suspects threatened the victim with violence, demanding a significant sum of money. As a result of operational actions, police officers were able to detain the perpetrators. Their identities have been established, and they were taken

09.02.2026, 13:22
Former officials of the Tash-Dobon rural government detained
Incidents

Former officials of the Tash-Dobon rural government detained

A land plot of 1.01 hectares has become the center of a scandal As a result of the abuse of their official powers, former officials of the Tash-Dobon rural administration, located in the Alamudun district of the Chui region, were detained. This was reported by the State Committee for National Security (GKNB). During the investigation, it was revealed that the former officials, acting in collusion, illegally allocated a land plot of 1.01 hectares to a citizen R.E.R. This plot is located in an

09.02.2026, 13:15
The Head of the Tajik Foreign Ministry Discussed the Progress of the Investigation into the Murder of a Tajik Boy at a School in the Moscow Region
In the world

The Head of the Tajik Foreign Ministry Discussed the Progress of the Investigation into the Murder of a Tajik Boy at a School in the Moscow Region

Sirojiddin Mukhriddin During a press conference, the minister clarified that according to the information from the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Russia, a criminal case has been initiated in Moscow, and the perpetrator has been detained. He has been charged with murder and attempted murder with aggravating circumstances, and the court has already chosen a preventive measure in the form of arrest. Mukhriddin also added that the Russians promised to inform about the further results of the

09.02.2026, 13:14
Musk stated that the first city on the Moon could appear within the next 10 years.
Exclusive

Musk stated that the first city on the Moon could appear within the next 10 years.

Elon Musk announced that the first city on the Moon could be built within the next decade, while construction on Mars will begin in just 5–7 years. However, SpaceX is now shifting its priorities. According to Musk, the lunar city project has become a priority for SpaceX, as its implementation seems more feasible compared to Martian plans. He added that the pace of development for the lunar program could be much faster.

09.02.2026, 13:12
Local news

In Cholpon-Ata, the construction of a bypass road has begun. They promise to finish by the VIK.

The Ministry of Transport and Communications has announced the start of construction work on a bypass road in Cholpon-Ata, located in the Issyk-Kul region. This information was provided by the ministry's press service. The decision to build the road was made in connection with the upcoming World Nomad Games (WNG) and the Shanghai Cooperation Organization summit. The bypass road will be four lanes and 15.64 km long, with its design being carried out using parallel technology.

09.02.2026, 13:12
Emomali Rahmon condemned the terrorist attack on a mosque in Pakistan
In the world

Emomali Rahmon condemned the terrorist attack on a mosque in Pakistan

In his address on February 7, Rahmon expressed condolences to the President of Pakistan Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif, as reported by the press service of the Tajik head of state. “With sincere regret, I ask the Almighty for mercy and forgiveness for the deceased, as well as for a speedy recovery for the injured. We, the Tajiks, firmly condemn this inhumane terrorist act and any manifestations of terrorism, emphasizing the importance of unwavering struggle against this

09.02.2026, 13:06
Exclusive

Torobaev explained why farmers cannot obtain preferential loans

- During the meeting of the Committee of the Jogorku Kenesh on Agricultural Policy, Water Resources, Subsoil Use, Ecology, and Environmental Protection, held on February 9, 2026, Deputy Tabyldy Muratbekov raised the issue of the lack of logistics centers in the Issyk-Kul region. He noted that this absence negatively affects the prices of the harvest during its ripening.

09.02.2026, 13:06
News / Education news

At Bishkek School No. 84, 4,500 students are enrolled with a projected load of 900, - BGK deputy

At the meeting of the permanent commission on economy, budget, finance, and investments on February 9, deputy of the Bishkek City Council Erjan Nasiraliyev ("Adilet") stated that there are 4,500 students registered at school No. 84, with a designed capacity of 900 places. He also noted that he raised this issue last year, adding that there is a vacant plot suitable for building a new school.

09.02.2026, 13:03
In Bishkek, a suspect in a series of pickpocketing incidents in public places has been detained
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In Bishkek, a suspect in a series of pickpocketing incidents in public places has been detained

During operational activities, employees of the Criminal Investigation Department of the Bishkek City Police Department managed to identify and detain the suspect, citizen A.B. He was found in the Talas region. As law enforcement agencies found out, the detainee already had previous convictions and was registered as a person involved in pickpocketing. He is currently in the detention center of the Bishkek City Police Department, where the investigation is ongoing, and his involvement in other

09.02.2026, 13:02
Sports

The junior fencing team of Bishkek will go to Indonesia for the Asian Championship.

The junior fencing team of Bishkek is preparing to travel to Indonesia to participate in the Asian Championship. This was reported by the press service of the Bishkek city administration. A working meeting was recently held, organized by the Department of Physical Culture and Sports, Tourism, and Youth Policy of the city administration, where athletes representing Bishkek and Kyrgyzstan discussed their plans on the international stage.

09.02.2026, 13:02
Local news

In Osh, a section of Atabaev and Tolonov streets is temporarily closed due to major repairs.

The Osh City Hall has announced a temporary closure of sections on two key streets in the city. Starting from February 9 at 01:00, vehicle traffic will be completely halted on Atabaev Street from the bridge on Sujumbaev Street to the intersection with Tolonov and Koroleva Streets. City administration emphasized that these repair works are planned and are part of the program for updating the urban road infrastructure. Drivers and local residents are advised to change their routes in advance,

09.02.2026, 13:01
Sports

Kyrgyzstanis Won 3 Medals at the Asian Championship

At the Asian Shooting Championship held in India, athletes from Kyrgyzstan won three medals. The competition started on February 2 in New Delhi, where 385 participants from 19 countries competed in three age categories.

09.02.2026, 13:00
News / Education news

The Department of Education of the Bishkek City Hall proposes to abandon the division of classes by language of instruction.

At the meeting of the permanent commission of the Bishkek City Council on economics, budget, finance, and investments held on February 9, the head of the Education Department of the city administration, Rakhmat Musaev, discussed the issue of the shortage of qualified personnel in the capital's schools. Rakhmat Musaev noted that when new schools with Russian language instruction are opened in new residential areas, there is often a low level of education. She emphasized that out of more

09.02.2026, 12:59
Incidents

The police are searching for places offering intimate services throughout Bishkek

In Bishkek, employees of the Lenin District Internal Affairs Department initiated a preventive operation called "Prostitution-Butterfly." The main goal of this event is to identify locations where intimate services may be provided, informed the capital's Department of Internal Affairs. Raids cover various corners of the city and include inspections of saunas, hotels, and rented apartments. According to the police, these establishments most often become places for illegal

09.02.2026, 12:57
Exclusive

The gates crushed a schoolboy on the football field in Balakchy. He was taken to intensive care.

In Balakchy, an incident occurred at a new mini-football field, resulting in metal gates falling on a 10-year-old boy. This event raised concerns among local residents regarding the safety of the sports facility, as they suggested that the gates might have been improperly installed and pose a danger to children. According to information from the Internal Affairs Department of the Issyk-Kul region, the incident took place on February 1. On February 3, 2026, a resident of Balakchy, Ch.A., posted

09.02.2026, 12:57
Exclusive

Torobaev: Irrigation water will be supplied strictly according to the limit

- Deputy Nilufer Alimjanova, at the meeting of the Committee of the Jogorku Kenesh on agricultural policy, water resources, subsoil use, ecology, and environmental protection, held on February 9, 2026, raised the question of how the introduction of limits on irrigation water would affect the farming community. In response, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Agriculture Bakyt Torobaev confirmed that irrigation water will now be provided strictly within the established limits.

09.02.2026, 12:56
Exclusive

On the Bishkek–Osh Highway, a driver who entered the oncoming lane was fined

A fine of 20,500 soms for violating traffic rules on the Bishkek–Osh highway According to information provided by the Traffic Police Department of the Osh region, on February 4 of this year, a 29-year-old resident of the Uzgen district, U.B., driving a "Honda Stepwgn," violated traffic rules. He ignored the traffic light signal and entered the oncoming lane.

09.02.2026, 12:53
Incidents

In Arstanbapa, the grandfather is suspected of raping his underage granddaughter.

In the Bazar-Korgon district, in the village of Arstanbap, law enforcement agencies have begun an investigation in connection with allegations of sexual violence against a minor. According to available information, the grandfather of the victim is suspected of committing the crime. It is known that as a result of these events, the minor has found herself in a delicate situation.

09.02.2026, 12:51
Will the cryptocurrency market bring a quadrillion dollars to Kyrgyzstan?
Economy

Will the cryptocurrency market bring a quadrillion dollars to Kyrgyzstan?

Experts report that over the past year, the total trading volume amounted to 1.78 trillion soms, while tax revenues reached 2 billion soms. According to information from the publication "Nomad," the volume of the cryptocurrency market in Kyrgyzstan is expected to reach 1.78 trillion soms by 2025. Cryptocurrency specialist Asylbek Aitmatov also noted that "there will be a quadrillion money ahead," emphasizing the growing popularity of digital currencies in the country.

09.02.2026, 12:50
Sports / Exclusive

In the Ak-Talinsky District, a women's volleyball tournament took place: who took the cup?

In the Naryn region, in the Ak-Tala district, a volleyball competition among girls and women took place, resulting in the determination of the winners. According to information from Turmush correspondent, nurse Zhyldyz Abdyldaeva from the Ak-Tala District Center for Primary Health Care reported that the tournament is held every month to strengthen health and unity among women. The competition took place in the village of Terek and involved 9 teams.

09.02.2026, 12:50
Local news

Enrollment in state driving schools starts on February 10

In Kyrgyzstan, online applications for training in state driving schools will start on February 10, along with the introduction of new driver training programs. The press service of the State Center for Vehicle Registration reports this. Applications for training are accepted only in online format through the official website avtomektep.srs.kg. To submit an application, it is necessary to provide personal information, select the training region, and the category of driver's license, after

09.02.2026, 12:49
Health

The Minister of Health met with Kyrgyz doctors working in Russia

During his visit to Russia, Health Minister Kanibek Dosmambetov held a meeting with Kyrgyz doctors working in the neighboring country. About 60 medical professionals participated in the event, as reported by the Ministry of Health. The discussion focused on issues related to the return of medical personnel to their homeland, as well as the creation of comfortable conditions for their professional activities in Kyrgyzstan.

09.02.2026, 12:44
Incidents

Employees of Bishkek's "Unaa" Detained in the Case of "Black Driving Schools"

According to information provided by the press service of the Main Internal Affairs Directorate of the Chui Region on February 9, three employees of the State Center for Vehicle Registration in Bishkek, known as "Unaa," were detained. A criminal case initiated under Article 379 ("Forgery of Documents") of the Criminal Code of the Kyrgyz Republic is related to the arrest of directors of several private driving schools and one intermediary. These individuals are suspected of

09.02.2026, 12:43
Local news / Exclusive

Kyrgyzstani Artur Sedov befriended a giant catfish in India

Arthur Sedov, who lives in Bishkek and is an expert in sport fishing, recently showcased his new catch. At 28 years old, he already has 18 years of fishing experience, having started his passion at the age of 12 in the ponds of Kaindy, located in the Panfilov district. Since then, Arthur has tirelessly traveled across Asia, with the goal of catching large fish.

09.02.2026, 12:41
In Bishkek, the launch of the regional project "Green Cities" was discussed
Ecology / Exclusive

In Bishkek, the launch of the regional project "Green Cities" was discussed

Today, a meeting was held in Bishkek between the Minister of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision of the Kyrgyz Republic and representatives of the German Society for International Cooperation (GIZ). According to the ministry's press service, the discussions focused on the implementation of the regional project "Green Cities," which is funded by the Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Action of Germany.

09.02.2026, 12:40
Volkswagen Surpassed Tesla and Became the Leader in Electric Vehicle Sales in Europe
In the world / Exclusive

Volkswagen Surpassed Tesla and Became the Leader in Electric Vehicle Sales in Europe

In 2025, the German automaker Volkswagen took first place in electric vehicle sales in Europe, surpassing Tesla, according to information provided by Kazinform citing DW. According to a report by the consulting firm JATO, Volkswagen sold 274,278 electric vehicles, an increase of 56% compared to 2024. The main factor for this growth was new models, including the mid-size electric vehicle ID.7, which allowed Volkswagen to overtake the American Tesla, which had previously dominated the European

09.02.2026, 12:40
Three Employees of the State Center for Vehicle Registration Detained in Bishkek
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Three Employees of the State Center for Vehicle Registration Detained in Bishkek

Three employees of the city department of the State Center for Vehicle Registration have been detained in Bishkek, as reported by the Main Internal Affairs Directorate of the Chui region. During the investigation, a criminal scheme related to the production of fake certificates of completion from driving schools was uncovered. Directors of private educational institutions B.T. and M.A. illegally received amounts ranging from 40,000 to 120,000 soms through intermediary I.T. for fictitious

09.02.2026, 12:40
Local news

Construction of a road through the cemetery. A deputy met with the residents of Novopavlovka.

Meder Aliyev, a deputy of the Jogorku Kenesh, held a meeting with residents of MTU "Novopavlovka" in the local school’s assembly hall. The main topic of discussion was the construction of a road that could either pass through the cemetery or bypass it. This was reported by local residents addressing the deputy. During the meeting, the elected representative listened to the opinions and concerns of the people. One participant expressed dissatisfaction, calling the construction of the

09.02.2026, 12:39