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Incidents

In Suusamyr, a cargo truck burned down, two people died

As a result of the fire that occurred in Suusamyr, two people died. This was reported by the Department of Internal Affairs of the Chui region. The incident took place on January 25, 2026, around 11:35, when the duty station of the Internal Affairs Department of the Jayil district received information about a fire involving a large cargo truck on the 141st kilometer of the Bishkek - Osh highway.

26.01.2026, 12:17
Scheduled repair of one of the offshore mooring devices at the KTK terminal has been completed
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Scheduled repair of one of the offshore mooring devices at the KTK terminal has been completed

Illustrative photo Last Wednesday, hydrotests of the cargo system were conducted on the restored device, and divers opened the terminal manifold on the underwater oil pipeline. On Sunday, the process of positioning the tanker for oil transshipment was carried out, as reported by KTK. As a result, at the moment, oil loading at the terminal is being carried out in normal mode through two mooring devices.

26.01.2026, 12:15
In Chuy Region, a suspect in fraud has been detained
Incidents

In Chuy Region, a suspect in fraud has been detained

On December 20, 2025, a citizen S.M. appealed to the Sokuluk District Department of Internal Affairs, requesting measures to be taken against an unknown individual who identified himself as A. According to him, on November 2, 2025, this person gained his trust and purchased a cow for 102,500 soms, but has not yet made the payment. The press service of the Main Internal Affairs Directorate of the Chuy Region reported this incident. According to available information, after the transaction, the

26.01.2026, 12:14
Local news

Doctors described a rare dangerous condition that occurred in two Kyrgyz citizens against the backdrop of medication.

Cases of Stevens-Johnson syndrome caused by carbamazepine have been registered in Kyrgyzstan. This is reported in an article published in the journal "Healthcare of Kyrgyzstan." The authors of the study include Dkhroso Kholta, A. T. Shakirova, A. A. Koibagarova, A. K. Zhaparoа, and A. K. Suranbaeva. Stevens-Johnson syndrome (SJS) is a rare but potentially fatal disease of the skin and mucous membranes, most often triggered by medication use. According to statistics, the mortality rate

26.01.2026, 12:14
Incidents

A Man Believed the Promises and Sold His Cow, but He Was Deceived and Not Paid for the Livestock

Information about the detention of a suspect in fraud was received from the press service of the Main Internal Affairs Directorate of the Chuy Region on January 26 On December 20, 2025, a farmer approached the Sokuluk District Police Department, reporting suspicious behavior from an acquaintance. According to him, on November 2, he sold a cow worth 102,500 soms, trusting promises of subsequent payment. However, after the transaction, the acquaintance stopped communicating and turned off his

26.01.2026, 12:13
Exclusive

In Kyrgyzstan, there are 431 pawnshops: Scheduled inspections cover only 40-50 per year, - Ministry of Economy

- During a radio interview, the chief specialist of the supervision, control, and monitoring department of the financial market at the Ministry of Economy and Commerce, Suyorkul Ashimzhan uulu, shared information about the current state of pawnshops in the country. According to him, there are 431 registered pawnshops in Kyrgyzstan. As part of the planned control, only 40-50 of them are inspected each year, depending on the scale of their operations. In any given quarter, no more than 15

26.01.2026, 12:13
How to Obtain Exemption from Liability and Obligations for Jewelry Made of Precious Metals Without Primary Documents — GNS
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How to Obtain Exemption from Liability and Obligations for Jewelry Made of Precious Metals Without Primary Documents — GNS

Illustrative photo The State Tax Service of Kyrgyzstan reports that taxpayers can obtain exemption from liability and the obligations of a tax agent regarding jewelry made of precious metals that lack primary documents. To obtain the exemption, it is necessary to issue the corresponding electronic document in the electronic invoice information system by March 1, 2026.

26.01.2026, 12:12
Accident involving an oil tanker and two victims. The police revealed the details.
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Accident involving an oil tanker and two victims. The police revealed the details.

In the Chuy region, the internal affairs department provided information about a tragic road incident in Suusamyr, where a fuel truck overturned and two people died. On January 25, 2026, at approximately 11:35, the duty station of the Jayil district police received a signal from the 112 service about a fire in a large cargo vehicle on the 141st kilometer of the Bishkek – Osh highway.

26.01.2026, 12:12
A girl was stabbed in the hotel on Kuliev Street
Incidents

A girl was stabbed in the hotel on Kuliev Street

She died from a neck injury In Bishkek, at a hotel on Kuliev Street, a murder occurred. Information about this was received from the city's Main Internal Affairs Directorate. According to law enforcement agencies, a signal about the incident was received today at 09:01. An investigative operational group and management arrived at the scene. It was established that a conflict arose between citizens D.M. and R.E., who were in a romantic relationship, after consuming alcoholic beverages.

26.01.2026, 12:09
Sister of Chinghiz Aitmatov asks not to celebrate his 100th anniversary
Local news

Sister of Chinghiz Aitmatov asks not to celebrate his 100th anniversary

Photo from the archive. Roza Aitmatova Roza Aitmatova, the sister of the famous writer Chingiz Aitmatov, has appealed to the authorities with a request to cancel the celebrations dedicated to the 100th anniversary of his birth. She suggested using the budget funds allocated for the anniversary to improve people's lives. This became known from her appeal published by the news agency "Kabar". According to Roza, she anticipates possible disputes in society regarding the

26.01.2026, 12:06
Local news

The writer's sister urged to stop the speculation surrounding the name of Chinghiz Aitmatov

Roza Aitmatova, the sister of the famous Kyrgyz writer Chinghiz Aitmatov and a distinguished educator in Kyrgyzstan, addressed the public due to the intensification of rumors and accusations against her brother that are spreading on the internet and in society. She noted that recently, Chinghiz Aitmatov's name has been discussed in a negative context, accompanied by contradictory and, in her words, unsubstantiated claims about his life and activities. Roza expressed concern about this and

26.01.2026, 12:05
Dreams Come True. In the "Eurasia" Park, Children's Cherished Wishes Were Fulfilled
Local news / Exclusive

Dreams Come True. In the "Eurasia" Park, Children's Cherished Wishes Were Fulfilled

On January 24, a festive gift-giving event took place in the "Eurasia" park for children who had left their wishes in a special mailbox. This announcement was disseminated by the park's press service. It turned out that children's dreams were very diverse: some kids dreamed of sweets, toy helicopters, teddy bears, or bicycles. The park not only fulfilled the children's requests but also added tablets to the gifts to support their educational process and development.

26.01.2026, 12:04
Archaeologists discovered in an ancient Chinese tomb someone they did not expect: a light-haired man
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Archaeologists discovered in an ancient Chinese tomb someone they did not expect: a light-haired man

According to information provided by Long Zheng, the tomb contains images of women grinding flour, men preparing noodles, as well as women with oranges and men helping to grind rice. Scientists suggest that the tomb belonged to a man who passed away in 736 AD at the age of 63, during the Tang dynasty (618–907 AD). He was buried alongside his wife. The eight scenes discovered on the walls of the tomb are executed in the "figures under the tree" style characteristic of that era,

26.01.2026, 12:03
Ministry of Agriculture: Meat Export is Currently Prohibited
Economy / Exclusive

Ministry of Agriculture: Meat Export is Currently Prohibited

At a recent meeting of the committee of the Jogorku Kenesh dedicated to issues of agricultural policy and environmental protection, deputy Alisher Kozyuev raised the question of the current situation with meat exports from Kyrgyzstan. In response to this question, Zhanibek Kerimaliev, Deputy Minister of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry, confirmed that there is currently a ban on meat exports in the country.

26.01.2026, 12:01
Local news

The outflow of IT specialists continues in Kyrgyzstan

The issue was raised at a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh committee In Kyrgyzstan, the outflow of IT specialists abroad continues, where working conditions and salaries are more attractive. This was reported by deputy Seyidbek Atambaev at a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh Committee, which deals with issues of science, education, innovative development, information technology, as well as culture, sports, and youth policy. The deputy noted that the High Technology Park is preparing qualified

26.01.2026, 11:59
News / Education news

The Head of the Cabinet instructed to develop an electronic mechanism for transferring students from school to school

The Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers and Head of the Presidential Administration, Adylbek Kasymaliev, has instructed the Ministry of Education to expedite the development of an electronic platform for transferring students between educational institutions. As reported by the press service of the Cabinet, this decision was the result of a meeting with heads of government agencies and departments of the presidential administration, where issues related to the implementation of modern digital

26.01.2026, 11:59
Economy

In 12 years of operation, the High Technology Park's total revenue reached 40.4 billion.

The High Technology Park, established in 2011, has reached a significant milestone to date: its total revenue amounts to 40.4 billion soms. This was stated by the director of the HTP, Azis Abakirov, at a meeting of the committee of the Jogorku Kenesh, which deals with science, education, innovative development, and information technologies, as well as culture, sports, and youth policy. According to the provided data, over 12 years of operation, 761 million soms have been transferred to the

26.01.2026, 11:57
A Digital Tourist Platform Will Be Developed in Kyrgyzstan
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A Digital Tourist Platform Will Be Developed in Kyrgyzstan

The country has reached the necessity of creating a digital platform for the tourism industry. This statement was made by the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers and Head of the President's Administration of Kyrgyzstan, Adylbek Kasymaliev, at a recent operational meeting. He emphasized that currently, tourism services are presented in a fragmented manner. The new platform will allow for the integration of all services, making trips more comfortable for vacationers.

26.01.2026, 11:55
In Kyrgyzstan, 302 artificial insemination points are operating - Ministry of Agriculture
Economy / Exclusive

In Kyrgyzstan, 302 artificial insemination points are operating - Ministry of Agriculture

At a meeting of the Agrarian Policy Committee of the Jogorku Kenesh, where the representative of the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry, Myktybek Kalandarov, spoke, the deputies learned about the problems faced by farmers in the field of artificial insemination of livestock. According to Kalandarov, the ministry has intensified its efforts to address these issues, and currently, there are 302 points operating in the country that are engaged in artificial

26.01.2026, 11:50
Snow is expected in most of Kazakhstan in the coming days
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Snow is expected in most of Kazakhstan in the coming days

At the same time, in the northwest, north, and center of the country, mainly dry weather is expected due to the anticyclone. In the western and northern regions, the air temperature at night will be -20 to -35°C, but gradually the temperature will start to rise, reaching -7 to -20°C at night in the western and northern regions, and during the day -2 to -12°C. In the center, as well as in the east and southeast of the republic, on the contrary, a decrease in temperature is forecasted: at night

26.01.2026, 11:50
Incidents

In Bishkek, a girl was killed in a hotel on Kuliyev Street. Her boyfriend has been detained.

According to the press service of the Main Department of Internal Affairs of Bishkek, a suspect in the murder has been detained. A report of the crime was received at 09:01 on January 26 at the number 102, informing that a girl had been killed in a hotel on Kuliev Street. An investigative group from the Lenin District Department of Internal Affairs arrived at the scene, which established that the room had been booked by a young couple. That day, they were having a feast that ended tragically:

26.01.2026, 11:49
Due to a landslide in Indonesia, 17 people have died
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Due to a landslide in Indonesia, 17 people have died

Rescue operations have been ongoing for the third day, involving several thousand people. Debris has buried residential areas, leaving many residents homeless. Due to constant rains and unstable ground, rescuers are proceeding with extreme caution to avoid new landslides.

26.01.2026, 11:45
Local news

Alinur had measles and developed a rare complication. The boy needs help.

Alinur, a seven-year-old boy, suffers from subacute sclerosing panencephalitis, which doctors claim developed as a result of a previous measles infection. This rare brain disease has been troubling him for two years. His mother, Meerim, recounts that vaccinations against measles began at one year old, while Alinur contracted the disease at six months. "I heard about possible complications, but he recovered quickly and continued to develop. We had no idea that the consequences could

26.01.2026, 11:44
Incidents

Missing 16-Year-Old Sezim Budanova Found in Bishkek

Sezim Budanova, a 16-year-old resident of Tokmok, was found in Bishkek, as reported on January 26 by her grandmother Guzyal Sabirova to the editorial office of "AKIpress Summary". The girl went missing on January 17 when she left for the store and did not return. It is important to note that Sezim left her phone at home, which allowed her relatives to find out that before leaving, she had called a taxi.

26.01.2026, 11:44
37 million euros will be spent on concreting part of the BChK
Local news

37 million euros will be spent on concreting part of the BChK

The government plans to lower the groundwater level for the construction of new residential areas. Funding for the concrete lining of part of the Big Chui Canal (BChK) will be provided by the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD). This information was announced by the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry. According to Bakyt Torobaev, the Deputy Minister, the total budget for the project is 37 million euros. Currently, negotiations between the

26.01.2026, 11:44
Local news

In Kyrgyzstan, irrigation canals are being cleaned

In anticipation of the spring agricultural season, the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry has begun cleaning irrigation canals throughout Kyrgyzstan, according to information provided by the Ministry of Water Resources and Agriculture. In particular, mechanical cleaning work is being carried out in the "Eshme" distribution canal, which is located in the Southern hydro section of the Kara-Suu district water management office in the Osh region.

26.01.2026, 11:44
In a Bishkek hotel, a young man killed a girl with a knife wound to the neck.
Incidents / Exclusive

In a Bishkek hotel, a young man killed a girl with a knife wound to the neck.

A tragic incident occurred in the capital of Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek: a guy killed a girl in a hotel on Kuliev Street, as reported by the city’s Main Internal Affairs Directorate. It has been established that on January 26, 2026, at 09:01, a call was received at the duty station reporting that a man had stabbed a girl in one of the hotels at the specified address, and she died at the scene.

26.01.2026, 11:43
The Era of Strict Diets is Over: Food Quality Proves More Important than Caloric Content
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The Era of Strict Diets is Over: Food Quality Proves More Important than Caloric Content

Researchers from the University of Bristol conducted a re-analysis of data from an experiment organized by the National Institutes of Health in the USA. In the study, adult volunteers exclusively consumed natural foods for two weeks, after which they switched to a two-week diet of ultra-processed foods. The nutrient composition remained the same—the levels of fats, sugars, salt, and fiber did not change. The main conclusion was that people on a diet of unprocessed foods consumed significantly

26.01.2026, 11:42
Local news

Hijama for Infants: How Belief in "Folk Healing" Led to a Tragedy in Uzgen

In the Uzgen district of the Osh region, a tragedy occurred: a one-and-a-half-month-old boy died after a hijama (bloodletting) procedure. This event has sparked heated discussions among the public. "This is not treatment, but barbarism. Quack doctors and myths are not worth a child's life," some believe, while others continue to practice this method. Definition of Hijama Hijama is an ancient method of alternative medicine that involves the removal of a small amount of

26.01.2026, 11:37
In Bishkek, a girl died from a stab wound, the suspect has been detained
Incidents

In Bishkek, a girl died from a stab wound, the suspect has been detained

A tragedy occurred in Bishkek: a girl died from a stab wound, as reported by the press service of the capital's police department. The incident happened on January 26, 2026, around 9:01 AM. A call was received by service 102 reporting that a man had stabbed a girl in a private hotel on Kuliev Street, and she died at the scene.

26.01.2026, 11:34
On the Bishkek–Osh Highway, a truck loaded with gasoline caught fire. The driver and passenger died.
Incidents

On the Bishkek–Osh Highway, a truck loaded with gasoline caught fire. The driver and passenger died.

On January 25, 2026, an accident occurred on the 141st kilometer of the Bishkek–Osh highway: a large truck transporting fuel and lubricants overturned and caught fire. According to the press service of the Chui Regional Internal Affairs Directorate, as a result of this incident, the driver and his passenger died on the spot. A signal about the fire was received by the duty unit of the Jayil District Internal Affairs Department around 11:35 from the 112 service. An investigative operational

26.01.2026, 11:34
Snowstorm Affects 200 Million Residents in the USA
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Snowstorm Affects 200 Million Residents in the USA

A hurricane snowstorm that hit the territory of the United States has impacted the lives of 200 million citizens, according to information provided by ABC News. The National Weather Service reported heavy snowfall covering the country from New Mexico to New England on the East Coast. In some regions, the snow depth reached nearly 40 cm.

26.01.2026, 11:33
The Judo Championship of Kyrgyzstan has started in Osh
Sports / Exclusive

The Judo Championship of Kyrgyzstan has started in Osh

The opening ceremony of the Kyrgyzstan Judo Championship took place on January 24 in the city of Osh. This was reported by representatives of the State Agency for Physical Culture and Sports of the Kyrgyz Republic. The director of this agency, Kazybek Moldazhiyev, began the official part of the event, emphasizing the importance of such tournaments for the formation of the national team and the promotion of judo in the country.

26.01.2026, 11:28
Iran's Foreign Ministry called Time's data about the death of 30,000 people during the protests a lie.
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Iran's Foreign Ministry called Time's data about the death of 30,000 people during the protests a lie.

According to information from Time, the sources of the data were two high-ranking officials from the Iranian Ministry of Health. However, the human rights organization HRANA, based in the USA, provides different statistics, stating that the number of deaths is 5,500, and an additional 17,000 cases are being investigated, which have not yet been confirmed. Protests in Iran began on December 28, triggered by the fall of the national currency and a sharp increase in prices. Participants in the

26.01.2026, 11:27
Incidents

Former MPs Shailoobek Atazov and Kubanychbek Kadyrov have been placed under house arrest.

On January 24, the Pervomaisky District Court of Bishkek made a decision to change the preventive measures for detained politicians and activists. On January 26, the court's press service informed the editorial office of "AKIpress Digest" that the court granted the request of the senior investigator of the Ministry of Internal Affairs' Investigative Service and allowed the transfer to house arrest until March 17:

26.01.2026, 11:27
The trust of Kyrgyz citizens in the authorities has reached a record level
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The trust of Kyrgyz citizens in the authorities has reached a record level

At a recent government meeting held at the presidential administration, the Prime Minister and head of the presidential administration, Adylbek Kasymaliev, presented the results of the study "Public Trust Index" for the second half of 2025. Kasymaliev noted that this monitoring is conducted by the National Statistical Committee every six months, covering all seven regions as well as the cities of Bishkek and Osh. This allows for an objective picture of public opinion and the level of

26.01.2026, 11:23
The IT sector of Kyrgyzstan has brought about 40 billion soms to the economy in 12 years
Economy

The IT sector of Kyrgyzstan has brought about 40 billion soms to the economy in 12 years

The information was presented at a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh committee dedicated to the High-Tech Park. Over the course of 12 years, the IT sector of Kyrgyzstan has contributed approximately 40 billion soms to the country's economy. This data was announced on January 26, 2026, at a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh Committee on Science, Education, and Information Technologies, as well as Culture, Sports, and Youth Affairs, during the discussion of the High-Tech Park's activities.

26.01.2026, 11:23
A sports reality show for civil servants is launching in Kyrgyzstan
Local news

A sports reality show for civil servants is launching in Kyrgyzstan

In Kyrgyzstan, the launch of a new sports reality show has been announced, in which employees of state and budget organizations will participate. This information was announced by Kazybek Moldazhiyev, the director of the State Agency for Youth Affairs, Physical Culture, and Sports, on the air of Radio Sputnik Kyrgyzstan.

26.01.2026, 11:22
Exclusive

Suspects in Fraud Detained at Issyk-Kul — 10 Criminal Cases Initiated

In the Issyk-Kul region, individuals suspected of fraud have been detained. The press service of the regional Internal Affairs Department reported that on December 29, 2025, a statement was received at the Jeti-Oguz District Internal Affairs Department from a resident of the village of Darkhan, M.Z., born in 1986.

26.01.2026, 11:18
BCHC is pouring concrete: a project worth 37 million euros will reduce water losses by half
Economy

BCHC is pouring concrete: a project worth 37 million euros will reduce water losses by half

Photo 24.kg. Large Chui Canal Negotiations between the Cabinet of Ministers and the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development have successfully concluded. The press service of the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry announced the launch of a project to concrete the riverbed of the western branch of the Large Chui Canal. Deputy Prime Minister Bakyt Torobaev noted that preparations for an agreement between the parties are currently underway.

26.01.2026, 11:17
Thousands of hectares of arable land in the Issyk-Ata district will be provided with stable irrigation.
Economy

Thousands of hectares of arable land in the Issyk-Ata district will be provided with stable irrigation.

The modernization of key water arteries, including the Eastern Big Chui Canal (EBCC), the R-24 canal, and the Tuzov basin, is actively underway in the Issyk-Ata district. The Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry of the Kyrgyz Republic, Bakyt Torobaev, inspected the condition of the facilities and the progress of the repair work. According to the ministry's press service, the infrastructure upgrade will ensure increased yields and

26.01.2026, 11:11