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Free hockey master classes will take place at the open rinks of Bishkek
Local news

Free hockey master classes will take place at the open rinks of Bishkek

Free hockey master classes are scheduled in Bishkek, available to both children and their parents. These sessions will be conducted with the participation of players from the youth national team of Kyrgyzstan and will take place at the city's outdoor rinks in anticipation of the U20 Youth World Hockey Championship.

05.01.2026, 09:44
Trump threatened Venezuela's interim president Delcy Rodriguez that she could pay "an even higher price than Maduro."
In the world

Trump threatened Venezuela's interim president Delcy Rodriguez that she could pay "an even higher price than Maduro."

According to the President of the United States, if Rodriguez does not act in accordance with expectations, she will have to pay a "very high price," possibly even higher than what Nicolás Maduro experienced. Trump made this statement in an interview with The Atlantic. Trump made it clear that he does not accept "defiant refusal" to cooperate from Rodriguez, as noted by the publication.

05.01.2026, 09:40
Exclusive

The Association of Flour Millers reported the need to develop domestic grain production in Kyrgyzstan.

- The pandemic clearly demonstrated that Kyrgyzstan needs to develop its own production and form minimum food reserves. This was stated by the president of the Association of Millers, Rustam Junushov, in an interview on the radio. According to Junushov, there has long been an opinion that it is easier for Kyrgyzstan to rely on imported grain and flour, thanks to its membership in the EAEU and established logistics schemes.

05.01.2026, 09:25
Incidents

In Bishkek, they are searching for 15-year-old Keremet Sagynalieva. She left home on January 1 and went missing.

In Bishkek, a minor named Keremet Ruslanbekovna Sagynalieva, born in 2010, is being sought, reports the press service of the Lenin District Police Department. According to information received by the police, the girl's father, B. R., has requested assistance in her search. He reported that on January 1, at around 07:00, his daughter left their home on Besh-Tash Street in the Ak-Ordo residential area and has not returned since.

05.01.2026, 09:22
Local news

Fight Against Drugs. Preventive Raids Took Place in Nightclubs of Bishkek

Specialists from the drug enforcement service of the Main Internal Affairs Directorate reported on the conduct of preventive raids in nightclubs in Bishkek. As part of this campaign, employees explained to the administration, staff, and visitors of the clubs their legal responsibilities regarding the storage, sale, and use of narcotic and psychotropic substances.

05.01.2026, 09:11
The vessel capsized in Nigeria, 25 people died
In the world / Exclusive

The vessel capsized in Nigeria, 25 people died

The tragedy occurred in Yobe State in northeastern Nigeria, where 25 people died as a result of a passenger vessel capsizing. This was reported by Kazinform, citing Anadolu Ajansı. According to Mohammed Goje, the Secretary-General of the Yobe State Emergency Management Agency (SEMA), the vessel overturned on a river in the Nguru area while transporting passengers from Yobe State to Jigawa State.

05.01.2026, 09:09
News / Education news

"Over 10 Years, the Number of Schoolchildren Has Grown by Half a Million, - President on the Lack of Schools"

Sadyr Japarov, the President of Kyrgyzstan, discussed the pressing issue of the shortage of educational institutions at the IV People's Kurultai with the Kabar agency. According to him, there are 40-50 children studying in some classes. “The problem of the lack of schools is not related to the transition to 12-year education. I have emphasized this in interviews more than once. This situation existed long before the introduction of the new educational system. For example, in recent years,

05.01.2026, 09:07
Exclusive

Opposition Leader of Venezuela Declares Himself President and Addresses the Army

Venezuelan opposition leader Edmundo Gonzalez has declared his legitimacy as the country's president and called on the military to support him as commander-in-chief. According to NBC News, he is considered the true winner of the 2024 elections in the United States, despite the National Electoral Council declaring Nicolás Maduro the winner. After Maduro was taken away by the U.S. military, the Supreme Court of Venezuela appointed Vice President Delcy Rodriguez as acting president. Donald

05.01.2026, 09:01
A Children's Ski School Opened in Ak-Bulak
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A Children's Ski School Opened in Ak-Bulak

In the village of Ak-Bulak, a ceremonial opening of a children's ski school took place, aimed at developing alpine skiing and supporting young athletes in the region. The event was attended by the Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers, Edil Baisalov. Edil Baisalov emphasized that the new school will play a key role in educating children and teenagers, promoting a healthy lifestyle, as well as training personnel for winter sports. He noted that such institutions should not only

05.01.2026, 09:00
Incidents

The SBON conducted raids in nightclubs in Bishkek

Employees of the Drug Control Service (DCS) of the Main Internal Affairs Directorate (MIAD) of the capital conducted a series of preventive measures in Bishkek nightclubs, as reported by the organization's press service. During the raids, DCS representatives held explanatory conversations with the administration, staff, and visitors of the clubs, emphasizing the legal consequences associated with the distribution, storage, and use of narcotic and psychotropic substances.

05.01.2026, 08:57
Farmers' Market in Bishkek Congratulates Emergency Medical Workers on the New Year
Economy

Farmers' Market in Bishkek Congratulates Emergency Medical Workers on the New Year

On the eve of the New Year’s Eve countdown, a truck full of boxes with fruits, vegetables, honey, and nuts arrived at the "103" building. This was made possible thanks to the participants of the republican farmers' fair, organized with the support of the Ministry of Agriculture of Kyrgyzstan, who decided to express their gratitude to the medical staff on duty during the festive night. The fair took place from December 27 to 31 in the square near the Ministry of Foreign Affairs

05.01.2026, 08:50
Local news / Exclusive

In the Nooken District, plans are underway for the rehabilitation of the water supply system for 148 million soms.

The administration of the Nooken district, located in the Jalal-Abad region, plans to implement a project for the restoration of the water supply system for the villages of Bürgen Dü, Jany-Aryk, Kichi-Bürgen Dü, and Uuru-Zhar, which are part of the rural area of Borgondu-Dostuk. This information was published on the official government procurement portal.

05.01.2026, 08:48
Incidents

Men detained for starting a fight in a cafe on Sukhe-Bator Street

The press service of the Interior Ministry of the October District of Bishkek reported the detention of two men who became participants in a fight at a café on Sukhbaatar Street. The incident occurred on January 2 at around 03:33, when the police received a report of a conflict at the specified establishment.

05.01.2026, 08:47
Incidents

The police are conducting an investigation into the death of the doctor of the City Children's Hospital, Aigul Zibirova.

On January 4, the press service of the Internal Affairs Department of the Oktyabrsky District reported the start of a preliminary investigation into the death of Aigul Olimzhanovna Zibirova, a resuscitation doctor at the City Children's Clinical Hospital for Emergency Medical Care in Bishkek. The police noted that all necessary examinations have already been appointed, and the results will be communicated later.

05.01.2026, 08:30
Incidents

Drunk Driver Detained After Damaging Fence and Fleeing

On the night of January 4, at approximately 00:30, the police received a report that a driver, under the influence of alcohol, had damaged a fence. In response, the victim began to pursue the vehicle. Shortly after receiving the signal, law enforcement officers found and stopped the specified vehicle.

05.01.2026, 08:15
In Bishkek, men who started a fight in a cafe were detained
Incidents

In Bishkek, men who started a fight in a cafe were detained

An incident occurred in Bishkek, during which several men got into a fight at a local café. According to information provided by the press service of the Internal Affairs Department of the Oktyabrsky District, the detention took place based on a received report. Photo from the Internal Affairs Department of the Oktyabrsky District. The men who started the fight in the café were detained

05.01.2026, 08:06
Incidents

120 People Detained for Offenses in the Special Reception Center of the Bishkek City Police During the Holidays

From December 29 to January 8, more than 120 people were placed in the Special Reception Center of the Public Security Service of the Main Internal Affairs Directorate of Bishkek for various offenses. The press service of the city’s Main Internal Affairs Directorate reported that during the New Year holidays, the department's employees worked in an enhanced mode, with increased combat readiness.

05.01.2026, 07:52
Ecology

In Uzgen District, a man was fined 12,500 soms for violating hunting regulations

On January 3, in the Uzgen district, employees of the Osh regional office of the Environmental Supervision Service conducted raids to monitor compliance with hunting regulations. According to the press service of the environmental supervision, during the inspection, one violator was identified, who was fined 12,500 soms in accordance with Article 263 of the Code of Offenses concerning violations of hunting rules.

05.01.2026, 01:02
Ecology

Violations in the Field of Subsoil Use and Fishing Identified in the Bakai-Ata District, - Environmental Supervision Service

On January 3, employees of the Talas Regional Department of the Ecological Supervision Service conducted an inspection in the Kümüştak gorge in the Bakai-Ata district. According to information provided by the Ecological Supervision Service, during the raid, a citizen with the initials S.M.K. was found engaged in the washing of placer gold without the proper permits issued in accordance with established requirements.

05.01.2026, 00:59
The Situation in Venezuela. The U.S. Intends to Control the Country and Other Statements by Trump
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The Situation in Venezuela. The U.S. Intends to Control the Country and Other Statements by Trump

At a press conference, U.S. President Donald Trump announced his country's intention to control the situation in Venezuela until a safe and reasonable transition of power is ensured. Trump mentioned that the operation being conducted in Venezuela was named "Midnight Hammer." He expressed readiness to carry out a "second wave" of actions in the country, although there is currently no need for that. The U.S. President noted that this attack was unprecedented since World

05.01.2026, 00:47
Ecology

In Osh Region, 3 men illegally kept 7 grey-headed goldfinches in a cage. They were fined 30,000 soms.

On January 1, inspectors from the Osh Regional Department of the Ecological and Technical Supervision Service, together with employees from the Department of Specially Protected Natural Areas and Biodiversity of the Ministry of Natural Resources, as well as members of the "Bars-2" group from NABU, conducted raids in the hunting grounds of the Kara-Suu and Aravan districts. During the inspection conducted in the Kumböz Papanskoy Aiyl Aimak area, it was found that three men were

04.01.2026, 22:07
Exclusive

Resident of Kashka-Suu: Vacationers at ski resorts are throwing trash along the roads

A local resident contacted Kaktus.media with a message in which she described a pollution problem caused by tourists. She claims that the situation becomes particularly serious with the onset of the winter season. Visitors to the ski resort, while traveling to and from, throw garbage directly from their cars. In particular, she captured on camera how one of the drivers threw a glass bottle out of the window. The woman also emphasized that over time, the trash accumulates, and when warm weather

04.01.2026, 21:58
Ecology

Lake Issyk-Kul Cleared of 1100 Meters of Poacher Nets

On January 4, raids were conducted in the waters of Lake Issyk-Kul, organized by inspectors from the Issyk-Kul Regional Department of the Ecological and Technical Supervision Service in collaboration with the eco-tourism police. According to the press service of the Ministry of Nature, measures were taken during the operation against illegal fishing, which allowed for the removal of old synthetic fishing nets totaling 1,100 meters in length from the water bodies.

04.01.2026, 21:51
Ecology

The Ecological Supervision Service in the Jalal-Abad Region Checked Tubing Locations

Inspectors of the Ecological Supervision Department of the Jalal-Abad region conducted preventive measures to ensure the safety of winter recreation in the village of Arstanbap-Ata in the Bazar-Korgon district on January 3. According to a report from the Ecological Supervision Service, the main goal of these activities was to prevent accidents during the winter period, ensure the safety of citizens, and inform vacationers about the rules of conduct on the slopes. During the events, inspectors

04.01.2026, 21:32
Ecology

Eco-inspectors of the Environmental Supervision Service conducted explanatory work at Töö-Jayloo in the Batken region.

On January 2, employees of the Batken Regional Department of the Environmental Supervision Service conducted informational activities in the area of Töö-Jayloo, located in the Leilek district. According to information provided by the Environmental Supervision Service, discussions were organized with vacationers during the raid, during which issues of environmental protection, maintaining cleanliness, and preventing illegal hunting were addressed.

04.01.2026, 21:28
Incidents

Two Participants of a Cafe Fight Detained in Bishkek

A report of a fight was received by the duty unit "102" on January 2 at 03:33. The incident occurred at a café on Sukhbaatar Street, and the fact was registered in the automated information system of the Internal Affairs Department of the October District of the capital. During the investigation, in accordance with Article 126 "Minor Hooliganism" of the Code of Offenses of the Kyrgyz Republic, two individuals were detained: M. A., born in 1992, and S. E., born in 1993. Both

04.01.2026, 21:07
Local news

Raids Took Place in Bishkek Nightclubs

In Bishkek, employees of the drug control service conducted a series of preventive measures in the city's nightclubs. These actions were aimed at preventing offenses related to narcotic and psychotropic substances. During the raids, police representatives visited various establishments, holding discussions with the administration, staff, and visitors. The main focus was on the legislation of the Kyrgyz Republic and the responsibility for the illegal trafficking, storage, and use of drugs.

04.01.2026, 20:59
Local news / Exclusive

In the city of Manas, 15.4 km of railway is being dismantled

On the territory from the city of Manas to the village of Oktyabrskoye, the dismantling of the railway is planned, followed by the construction of a road. According to information from local authorities, the work on removing the railway track is being carried out in accordance with the directive of the Ministry of Transport and Communications. The dismantling affects the section of the railway on the route Jalal-Abad–Kök-Jaŋgak from kilometer 406 to 421.

04.01.2026, 20:52
In the world

Bloomberg: Marco Rubio Will Take Over the Management of Venezuela After the Overthrow of Maduro

According to Bloomberg, U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio, who has previously criticized both Nicolas Maduro and his predecessor Hugo Chavez, will play an important role in establishing a transitional governance system for Venezuela. On January 3, after American special forces captured and removed Maduro and his wife Cilia Flores, U.S. President Donald Trump stated that the U.S. would take over the management of the country until a "safe and reasonable transfer of power," although

04.01.2026, 20:46
In the world

Denmark Responds to Publication of Greenland Map in Colors of the U.S. Flag

Katy Miller, the wife of Stephen Miller, Deputy Chief of Staff at the White House, shared an image of Greenland styled in the colors of the U.S. flag on social media platform X, adding the comment "Soon" to her post. Against the backdrop of the U.S. military operation in Venezuela, The Guardian reported on possible new targets for Washington, which may include Denmark and Iran. The newspaper also noted that American officials in the past had raised the issue of wanting to gain control

04.01.2026, 20:11
In the world

In Greece, air traffic has been suspended due to a communication systems failure

On Sunday morning, serious problems arose in the airspace of Greece, leading to a virtual halt in air traffic. According to Euronews, flight operations were suspended at Athens International Airport "Eleftherios Venizelos" and other airports across the country. It has been preliminarily established that the disruption was caused by issues with radio frequencies, prompting authorities to issue a directive to cancel all flights in Greek airspace. This led to a breakdown in communication

04.01.2026, 20:06
Local news

Head of the State Committee for National Security Kamchybek Tashiev is in Mecca

In Mecca, the head of the State National Security Committee of the Kyrgyz Republic, Kamchybek Tashiev, is performing the minor pilgrimage (Umrah). In the published videos, it can be seen that the Ambassador of the Kyrgyz Republic to Saudi Arabia, Ulukbek Maripov, is present with him. Also appearing in the frame are the Chief of Staff of the President, Kanybek Tumanbaev, the former Mufti of Muslims of Kyrgyzstan, Maksatbek Azhy Toktomushev, and other officials.

04.01.2026, 19:53