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Incidents

In Bishkek, a suspect in extortion has been detained

According to information provided by the police, on January 19, B. D. filed a written statement with the Internal Affairs Department of the October District. He reported that unknown individuals threatened him in various ways, demanding 150,000 Russian rubles, citing a non-existent debt of his girlfriend. As a result of the complaint, a criminal case was initiated under Article 208, Part 1 of the Criminal Code of the Kyrgyz Republic, concerning extortion.

02.02.2026, 20:51
The GKNB conducted searches in the homes of members of the REO "Yakyn Inkar"
Incidents

The GKNB conducted searches in the homes of members of the REO "Yakyn Inkar"

Members of the organization renounced extremist views after preventive measures. The State National Security Committee (GKNB) conducted searches on January 22, 2026, in the homes of 18 members of the religious extremist organization 'Yakin Inkar' in the Issyk-Kul region. These actions were part of an investigation initiated in a criminal case, the press service of the agency reports. During the searches, various religious materials deemed extremist were found with the suspects, as

02.02.2026, 20:45
Local news

Lieutenant Receives 60,000 Som. The Ministry of Defense Announced Military Salaries

At the meeting of the parliamentary committee on budget, entrepreneurship, and competition of the Jogorku Kenesh, a representative of the Ministry of Defense reported that lieutenants receive a salary of 60,000 soms, while colonels earn about 100,000 soms. Deputy Elvira Surabaldiyeva asked whether the salaries of the Ministry of Defense employees had been increased. In response, the agency's spokesperson confirmed that salaries had indeed risen by 100 percent and noted that the salary

02.02.2026, 20:38
Incidents

In Karakol, a woman died after drinking vinegar. The deceased's relatives blame her ex-husband.

A woman, whose name is M. O. and who was born in 1992, was hospitalized with vinegar poisoning on January 31. According to the police, she suffered severe burns to her internal organs after consuming 80% vinegar and was placed in intensive care. Investigators questioned her husband, K. E., born in 1990, who stated that they had been married since 2011 and had two children. Although they had been in the process of divorce since September 2025, communication continued. On the day of the tragedy,

02.02.2026, 20:37
Sports / Exclusive

The Story of One Family: "You're from Toktogul, sing!" – an unexpected moment that the family from Sokuluk District will remember for a lifetime

In the Sokuluk district of the Chuy region, there live spouses Mirbek Maniyasov and Gulzat Izakova – they have been married for 24 years. Mirbek and Gulzat met in 1999 while studying at the I. Arabaev Kyrgyz State University and got married two years later. Their wedding was modest; over 24 years of marriage, they have built a strong family and raised three sons and a daughter. Despite their historical education, both work in different fields.

02.02.2026, 20:36
Local news

On Kurmandzhan Datka Street in Osh, a thousand acacia seedlings will be planted

On Kurmandzhan Datka Street, located in the southern capital of Kyrgyzstan, the planting of a thousand seedlings of acacia, also known as robinia, will begin. This information was announced by the press service of the city mayor's office. According to the mayor's office, this decision was made at the direction of Mayor Jenishbek Toktorbaev.

02.02.2026, 20:29
Exclusive

The head of the cabinet arrived on a working visit to the UAE

At the invitation of the Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE, Ruler of Dubai Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Adylbek Kasymaliev began his working visit to the United Arab Emirates. During this visit, he will participate in the World Government Summit and hold meetings with the country's top leadership, as well as with heads of various ministries and sovereign funds.

02.02.2026, 20:05
Ecology

The Mayor of Bishkek Acknowledged the Reduction of Green Spaces in the Capital

At a meeting of the committee of the Jogorku Kenesh, deputy Azizbek Tursunbaev focused on the state of the green fund of Bishkek and its impact on air quality. He emphasized that Bishkek was once renowned for its greenery, where trees and the irrigation system played a key role in reducing dust and improving the microclimate.

02.02.2026, 19:49
Local news

The UN warns of growing AI threats to children

Artificial intelligence (AI) is becoming a source of significant threats to children, and the UN is urgently calling for comprehensive measures to protect them from violence and psychological trauma. Recently, there has been a rapid increase in dangerous content created using AI on the internet. Kosmas Zavazava, Director of the Telecommunication Development Bureau of the International Telecommunication Union (ITU), presented alarming information about various threats that children face in the

02.02.2026, 19:47
The organizer was a woman: The Ministry of Internal Affairs of Kyrgyzstan detained suspects in the extortion of a large sum.
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The organizer was a woman: The Ministry of Internal Affairs of Kyrgyzstan detained suspects in the extortion of a large sum.

In this regard, the Investigative Service of the Ministry of Internal Affairs initiated a criminal case under Article 208 (Extortion) of the Criminal Code of the Kyrgyz Republic. During joint operations by the Main Department of Criminal Investigation and the Investigative Service of the Ministry of Internal Affairs, two individuals were detained: K.N., born in 2005, and T.H., born in 2001, while receiving part of the demanded amount.

02.02.2026, 19:46
Incidents

In Manas, illegal missionary activities of a religious movement were suppressed

According to the State Committee for National Security (GKNB), illegal missionary activity (da'wat) was organized by followers of "Furkan," who oppose secular state policies and support Sharia norms. During the operation, it was established that the Jalal-Abad region was considered a platform for the experimental spread of ideology and the creation of cells of the movement in the southern regions of Kyrgyzstan. Timely measures helped prevent the establishment of a potential cell

02.02.2026, 19:36
Ecology

The Minister of Ecology spoke about the causes of air pollution in Bishkek

At the meeting of the Committee of the Jogorku Kenesh on Agricultural Policy and Ecology, the reasons for the persistent smog in Bishkek were discussed, despite the measures taken. Deputy Azizbek Tursunbaev expressed the opinion that the current measures are not yielding the expected results. Although the implementation of public transport and gasification are positive steps, the smog issue remains unresolved, indicating the need to address the root causes.

02.02.2026, 19:35
In Manas, followers of the religious movement "Furkan" were detained.
Incidents

In Manas, followers of the religious movement "Furkan" were detained.

Among those detained are foreigners According to information provided by the press service of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB), illegal missionary activities were suppressed in Manas. The detainees are followers of the 'Furkan' movement, which criticizes secular politics and actively advocates for the implementation of Sharia law. As a result of the operations carried out, 20 people were detained, including 6 foreign citizens. It has been established that the

02.02.2026, 19:35
Health

The Federal Compulsory Medical Insurance Fund clarified the rules for the hospitalization of pregnant women with conditions unrelated to pregnancy.

The Mandatory Health Insurance Fund (MHIF) has provided clarifications on the procedure for providing medical services to pregnant women, as well as the conditions related to co-payment during hospitalization in medical facilities if a woman is diagnosed with diseases unrelated to pregnancy, childbirth, or their complications. MHIF noted that within the framework of the State Guarantee Program, there are two main types of hospitalization.

02.02.2026, 19:32
Incidents

Citizen of Kyrgyzstan detained in Iraq has returned to her homeland - Ministry of Foreign Affairs

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic reported the completion of the case of citizen A.B. Jenalieva, who was detained in Iraq. This incident sparked active discussion on social media. According to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, reports about Jenalieva's detention began to emerge on social media on November 7, 2025. In response, the Embassy of Kyrgyzstan in Kuwait immediately began providing consular and legal assistance and interacting with Iraqi authorities to protect

02.02.2026, 19:29
Local news

Residents of Tatarstan allocated over $320,000 saved for Hajj to the development of their villages

In the northern part of Tajikistan, in the Shahristan district, about a hundred local residents decided to use their savings intended for the Hajj to improve living conditions in their villages. The total amount of collected funds exceeded 3 million somoni (over $320 thousand). Tajik media, citing the head of the district, Rabim Gafurzoda, report that this initiative was implemented on a voluntary basis and resulted from the joint efforts of local authorities and religious leaders. Residents

02.02.2026, 19:28
Local news

"After all, there are those like me." Deputy criticized the Consul General in Antalya for not knowing the state language.

Today, a meeting was held in the Jogorku Kenesh, where the committee on international affairs listened to Koshonov's report on the work of the General Consulate. Deputy Burun Amanova noted that the presented video report resembled the work of ChatGPT, while Deputy Yrysbek Atazhanov positively assessed the activities of the consulate, pointing out the good conditions for Kyrgyz citizens in Turkey and a number of successful Kyrgyz-Turkish projects. However, Ulan Bakasov was dissatisfied with

02.02.2026, 19:25
Local news / Exclusive

In Osh, sewing workshops and jewelers have been granted tax benefits, and taxes and social payments have been reduced.

In the Osh region, the tax service announced the introduction of new benefits for employed entrepreneurs, as reported by Asylbek Abdyrai uulu, head of the Information Support Center of the Tax Service. Since the beginning of this year, it has been decided to provide tax concessions in certain sectors, including sewing workshops and companies engaged in the trade of jewelry.

02.02.2026, 19:15
Almost 10,000 capsules of psychotropic substances were attempted to be imported from Kyrgyzstan to Uzbekistan
Incidents

Almost 10,000 capsules of psychotropic substances were attempted to be imported from Kyrgyzstan to Uzbekistan

In the Uchkurpik district, officers of the State Security Service detained a man who was attempting to illegally transport psychotropic drugs into Uzbekistan, with a total value of about 1 billion 320 million soms (over 7 million soms). The detention occurred immediately after he crossed the border, reports Podrobno.uz. The incident took place at a section of the border that runs through the Rishtan district. According to the State Security Service, the detainee was traveling from Kyrgyzstan,

02.02.2026, 19:05
The Supreme Court of the Kyrgyz Republic postponed the proceedings in the case of Mahabat Tajibek kyzy
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The Supreme Court of the Kyrgyz Republic postponed the proceedings in the case of Mahabat Tajibek kyzy

Human rights activist Gulshair Abdirasulova shared new details The panel of the Supreme Court of the Kyrgyz Republic has postponed the hearing in the case of Mahabat Tajibek kyzy to March 3. This information was published by human rights activist Gulshair Abdirasulova on social media. "Today, there was supposed to be a hearing on the request of Mahabat Tajibek kyzy's defense to review her case in light of new circumstances related to the decision of the UN Working Group on Arbitrary

02.02.2026, 19:02
Local news

The fate of the Kyrgyz woman detained in Iraq has become known

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs commented on the situation with Kyrgyz citizen A. B. Jenaliev, who was detained in Iraq and caused a wide public outcry. After information about her detention emerged on November 7, 2025, the Embassy of Kyrgyzstan in Kuwait quickly responded, initiating efforts to clarify the circumstances of the case and provide consular and legal assistance.

02.02.2026, 18:57
Exclusive

In Osh, unauthorized alteration of the channel's course for the construction of a business center was halted.

In the city of Osh, an attempt to illegally change the course of the Jöö bas canal has been recorded, as reported by the press service of the city administration. On February 1 of this year, the municipal inspection of the city of Osh conducted an inspection regarding unauthorized construction work at 254 Alymbek-Datka Street. As a result of the inspection, violations were identified, committed by the company "Unite Development." Protocols were drawn up against two excavator drivers

02.02.2026, 18:50
Incidents

The GKNB reported on the results of searches concerning members of "Yakin Inkar"

The State Committee for National Security of the Kyrgyz Republic reported the completion of searches conducted in relation to members of the religious extremist group "Yakin Inkar". According to the agency's information, on January 22, searches were carried out at the residences of 18 participants of this organization in the Issyk-Kul region as part of a criminal case.

02.02.2026, 18:46
Local news / Exclusive

In Kyzyl-Kiya, the population increased by 800 people despite a decline in birth rates

The city of Kyzyl-Kiya faced a decrease in the number of births last year; however, despite this and the increased number of deaths, the overall population still grew. This was reported at the 21st session of the Kyzyl-Kiya city council (VIII convocation). At the meeting, Zhyrgal Kadyrov, the head of the city's primary healthcare center, presented a report on the work done and noted that compared to the previous year, the population increased by 800 people.

02.02.2026, 18:43
GKNB KR: Illegal missionary activities of a non-traditional religious movement have been suppressed in the city of Manas
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GKNB KR: Illegal missionary activities of a non-traditional religious movement have been suppressed in the city of Manas

During operational and preventive measures, the process of creating one of the possible cells of undesirable religious associations on the territory of Kyrgyzstan was prevented. Administrative fines have been imposed on the organizers and participants of the illegal activity, and further measures are being taken to ensure compliance with the legislation of the Kyrgyz Republic in the area of freedom of religion and religious associations. The GKNB KR continues to conduct operational search

02.02.2026, 18:36
The equipment of the national team of the Kyrgyz Republic for the XXV Winter Olympic Games has been presented.
Sports / Exclusive

The equipment of the national team of the Kyrgyz Republic for the XXV Winter Olympic Games has been presented.

The State Agency for Physical Culture and Sports of the Kyrgyz Republic has presented new equipment for its national team, which will participate in the XXV Winter Olympic Games in Italy. The agency emphasized that this equipment meets all international standards and requirements established for the Winter Olympic Games and is designed to ensure maximum comfort, safety, and successful results for athletes during competitions.

02.02.2026, 18:25
A Maternity Hospital Reopened in Osh After Major Renovation
Local news

A Maternity Hospital Reopened in Osh After Major Renovation

The official opening of the maternity ward, which underwent major renovations, took place at the Osh Interregional United Clinical Hospital. According to information from the press service of the Ministry of Health, this maternity hospital was built in 1968 and had not undergone major renovations since then, with only periodic cosmetic repairs being carried out. The major repairs started in June 2025.

02.02.2026, 18:16
Incidents

In the Uzgen District, over half a million soms in alimony were collected

The amount of 550,000 soms was recovered within the framework of alimony proceedings by the Bailiff Service under the General Prosecutor's Office of Kyrgyzstan. According to the information from the Uzgen District Department of this service, the enforcement proceedings against a resident of the rural municipality of Iyri-Suu, K. Sh. G., who is obliged to pay alimony to K. K. I. for the support of his minor children, amounting to one third of his income, have been completed.

02.02.2026, 18:13
Three People Detained in a Case of Extorting 7 Million Soms
Incidents

Three People Detained in a Case of Extorting 7 Million Soms

As part of the investigation into a large-scale extortion case, police officers have detained three suspects. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Internal Affairs. According to the information received, a citizen named J.Z. contacted law enforcement with a statement, informing them that two individuals, identifying themselves as Hamza and Ali, demanded 7 million soms from him, citing non-existent debt obligations of his deceased son. They threatened to use violence if he

02.02.2026, 18:08
The Housing Committee supported the bill to increase the fee for alternative service.
Local news / Exclusive

The Housing Committee supported the bill to increase the fee for alternative service.

At the meeting of the Committee of the Jogorku Kenesh dedicated to finance, budget, and entrepreneurship development, a bill concerning amendments to several legislative acts of the Kyrgyz Republic was supported. It includes amendments to the Code on Non-Tax Revenues, the Code on Offenses, as well as the law "On the Universal Military Duty of Citizens of the Kyrgyz Republic, on Military and Alternative Services." This decision was made in the first reading. Talibek Sharshiev, the

02.02.2026, 18:06
Local news / Exclusive

Taxi drivers and residents of Jalal-Abad were informed about migration requirements at the Ken-Sai, Bek-Abad, and Madaniyat checkpoints.

In the Jalal-Abad region, events were held to clarify migration issues. This was reported by the press service of the regional Internal Affairs Department. According to the source, during these events at the checkpoints of Ken-Sai, Bek-Abad, and Madaniyat, located in the region, discussions were held with local residents and taxi drivers.

02.02.2026, 18:02
Incidents

The Bailiff Service has collected over one million soms in favor of the GNS

The enforcement service operating under the General Prosecutor's Office reported the collection of an amount exceeding one million soms in favor of the Tax Service. This information was provided by the press service of the supervisory authority. The enforcement proceedings for the case of LLC "Jasur-Komur" were completed by the Suzak District Department of the Enforcement Service, which collected the debt in the interests of the State Tax Service.

02.02.2026, 17:55
Exclusive

The Cabinet of Ministers raises the requirements for the minimum charter capital of pawnshops from 3 to 7 million soms starting July 1.

Starting from July 1, 2026, the Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic is increasing the minimum capital requirements for pawnshops, raising it from 3 to 7 million soms. This decision was formalized in Resolution No. 50, signed by the Prime Minister Adylbek Kasymaliev on January 31, 2026. The information was disseminated by the press service of the President's Administration.

02.02.2026, 17:53
How the Architecture of Power in Kazakhstan is Changing with the New Constitution
Analytics

How the Architecture of Power in Kazakhstan is Changing with the New Constitution

Opinions of lawyer Tattuu Bububu Ergeshbaeva on the presidential structure, parliament, and potential constitutional risks A draft of a new Constitution has been presented in Kazakhstan, created by the Constitutional Reform Commission taking into account the opinions of citizens, experts, and the results of public discussions. The new Fundamental Law aims to strengthen the state structure, improve the functioning of political institutions, and adapt constitutional norms to modern challenges,

02.02.2026, 17:52
Local news

Innovators of the SCO. Young Kyrgyzstanis are invited to the competition

The Ministry of Science, Higher Education and Innovation of the Kyrgyz Republic has announced the start of a competitive selection for participation in the International Festival "100 Future Innovators of the SCO," which will take place in April 2026 in Tashkent, Uzbekistan. The goal of the festival is to support and develop innovative activities, identify and promote talented youth, as well as stimulate the scientific, technical, and innovative potential of the SCO member states.

02.02.2026, 17:51
The Ministry of Defense proposed to increase fees for alternative service
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The Ministry of Defense proposed to increase fees for alternative service

The agency points to the need to update the fees established in 2017, taking into account the current economic situation and inflationary processes. The Ministry of Defense of the Kyrgyz Republic has proposed an initiative to increase the fees for alternative service. According to the agency, the current rates were set in 2017 and require updating in light of economic growth and the level of inflation. As of today, according to current calculations, the amount is 18,000 soms for citizens

02.02.2026, 17:43
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Ministry of Agriculture: Suusamyr Pastures Are Experiencing Overgrazing Due to Pressure from Several Regions

- The Suusamyr Valley, which serves as a summer pasture for several regions of Kyrgyzstan, is facing serious pressure on its territories. This was reported on the radio by Natalia Kilyazova, head of the Pastures and Forage Department of the Kyrgyz Scientific Research Institute of Animal Husbandry and Pastures under the Ministry of Agriculture. According to her, Suusamyr is an important pasture for the Chui, Talas, Jalal-Abad, and Naryn regions.

02.02.2026, 17:43