- As of September 30, 2025, there were 18 licensed leasing companies operating in the country. The data is provided by the Financial Market Regulation and Supervision Service. In December 2024, there was only one company operating in the leasing market, which was the first to receive a license from the Financial Supervision Authority.
- The Internal Affairs Department of the October District commented on the request from a Turkish investor, Halil Keles. At a press conference held by AKIpress, he addressed President Sadyr Japarov and the head of the State National Security Committee, Kamchybek Tashiev, asking them to take action against the management of the company LLC "D.K." According to the information from the press service of the Internal Affairs Department of the October District, on May 20, 2025, a written
According to residents, there are no buses or minibuses operating in Ozyornoye. This creates serious problems for students and working individuals who have to cover significant distances on foot, especially during dark and cold hours when the roads become unsafe. A resident, Aiven Schmidt, noted that they have already contacted the company "Agyanai," which manages routes No. 357 and 340, but no action has been taken. "We have raised this issue several times, but we do not receive
- During an unscheduled inspection conducted on November 3, the regional administration for the city of Bishkek and the Alamedin district of the State Service for Environmental and Technical Supervision discovered violations in the activities of LLC "Beton Star." The press service of the Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision reported the results of the inspection. The agency informs that several violations related to environmental protection and compliance
Residents of the village of Novopokrovka, located in the Ysyk-Ata district, contacted the Kaktus.media Call Center. They expressed the need for the installation of a traffic light and the updating of pedestrian crossings on Lenin Avenue, near Mayakovsky Street, which are central in the village. Local residents reported: "In the evening, there are traffic jams and congestion here. We ask for a traffic light to be installed and the markings to be updated to enhance safety for all
The Central Election Commission of the Kyrgyz Republic announced the refusal to register Ilyas Amangaziyev, who nominated his candidacy for the multi-mandate electoral district No. 25 in the elections to the Jogorku Kenesh. In addition, Abdivali uulu Damirbek also received a refusal in registration, who was running in the multi-mandate electoral district No. 12. According to the working group and the Border Service of the KR, he spent 232 days outside the country from October 23, 2022, to
- At the press conference on November 3, Khalil Keles, an investor from Turkey, addressed Sadyr Japarov and Kamchybek Tashiev with a request to take action regarding the situation with LLC "D.K." The investor reported that on November 25, 2022, he signed a contract with "D.K." for the construction of a 15-story residential building at: 125 Profsoyuznaya Street. For this purpose, he brought special equipment and 30 construction workers from Turkey to Kyrgyzstan.
- President Sadyr Japarov signed the draft law "On Amendments to the Law on Food Security of the Kyrgyz Republic," which was approved by the Jogorku Kenesh on September 18, 2025. The aim of the new law is to meet the domestic demand for key socially significant food products produced in the country.
- In the first nine months of 2025, 453.2 thousand square meters of housing were put into operation in Bishkek, according to data from the National Statistical Committee published on October 31. Compared to the same period in 2024, the volume of housing commissioned increased by 2.8 times.
As a result of recent heavy rains, several private houses in the village of Temirovka were flooded. Local residents expressed their concern about who will be responsible for the incurred damages. As reported by Kaktus.media, serious mudslides were also observed in this same village in August of last year, leading to significant destruction.
The head of the Department for Combating Corruption and Supervising Compliance with Laws in the Field of Economy and Public Administration of the General Prosecutor's Office, Mirlan Ashyrbaev, presented new measures regarding the initiation of cases against entrepreneurs at an event dedicated to "The New Architecture of Investment Policy: Partnership of the State, Business, and Investors," held in Bishkek on October 30, 2025. As part of the General Prosecutor's Office, a
Erzhan Babakumarov. Photo courtesy of the press service of the Prime Minister of Kazakhstan. According to Orda.kz, citing the Astana police, Erzhan Babakumarov, who was 56 years old, died as a result of a fight. Preliminary reports indicate that a conflict arose between him and his 36-year-old acquaintance, leading to a verbal altercation. During the confrontation, Babakumarov sustained injuries that turned out to be fatal. The police have already initiated a criminal case for murder.
The head of the Department for Combating Corruption and Monitoring Compliance with Legislation in the Field of Economics and Public Administration of the General Prosecutor's Office, Mirlan Ashyrbaev, presented a series of digital solutions aimed at improving transparency in the interaction between businesses and regulatory authorities in Bishkek on October 30, 2025. This took place at a forum dedicated to the new architecture of investment policy, where cooperation between the state,
- Resolution No. 678 dated October 17, 2025, regulates the minimum requirements for organizations engaged in collective management of property rights (OCUP), as well as establishes the procedure for monitoring their activities by the authorized state body in the field of intellectual property. The document also proposes simplifying paperwork by replacing mandatory notarization of copies with inter-agency electronic document flow.
- President Sadyr Japarov has officially approved the Law "On Consumer Credit," which was adopted by the Jogorku Kenesh on September 25, 2025. The purpose of this legislative act is to ensure the protection of borrowers' rights and their legitimate interests, as well as to increase the transparency and comparability of lending conditions. The law is also aimed at preventing excessive debt burdens, avoiding unfair practices, and promoting a responsible approach to lending.
- President Sadyr Japarov signed the Law "On Amendments to Certain Legislative Acts of the Kyrgyz Republic in the Field of Taxation." This law was adopted by the Jogorku Kenesh on September 18, 2025.
In Bishkek, on October 30, 2025, an event titled "New Architecture of Investment Policy: Partnership of the State, Business, and Investors" took place. During the event, the First Deputy Attorney General Baymurza Maatov noted that the events are occurring against the backdrop of active implementation of reforms aimed at ensuring reliable legal protection for entrepreneurs and investors. According to Maatov, the main task of the reforms is to create clear and transparent conditions for
- During the monitoring of the internet space, the Financial Supervisory Authority (Finansdor) discovered that lotteries are still being organized on various platforms and social networks without the necessary permits, as reported by the agency's press service. According to information provided by Finansdor, videos have been posted on the YouTube channel "БАРСБЕК БАТЫРАЛИЕВ" containing participation conditions and information about the prize fund, as well as collecting funds from
- The Financial Supervisory Authority of the Kyrgyz Republic has announced that the license of LLC "Data Group" for operating as a virtual asset exchange operator has been revoked. The press service of the Financial Supervisory Authority published the relevant statement. During the analysis of the results of the compliance with the directives issued to LLC "Data Group," as well as the review of the explanations provided by the company, the agency found that the violations of
Local residents of the Sokuluk district, located in the Chui region, expressed their dissatisfaction with the operation of the bitumen plant. They contacted the Call center Kaktus.media with complaints about the constant emission of smoke. According to the citizens, the smoke from the plant does not stop for a minute, and some children have started to experience allergic reactions.
- According to statements by the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers Adylbek Kasymaliev, at the E-COMMERCE EXPO CENTRAL ASIA 2025 forum, the volume of e-commerce in Kyrgyzstan is projected to reach $525 million by 2025. This figure is 15% higher than last year's indicators, highlighting the importance of e-commerce as one of the leading factors for economic growth and digitalization in the country. As noted by Kasymaliev, the share of e-commerce in retail sales in Kyrgyzstan has reached
- The business support program, which was supposed to run until 2027, ended ahead of schedule due to significant interest from entrepreneurs and the complete expenditure of allocated funds. This was reported on October 29 by Bermet Musakozhoeva, the director of the credit line management department of the Ministry of Finance, during a radio broadcast. She noted that thanks to the active implementation of the program, all funds were spent faster than expected.
In Brazil, an operation against drug gangs has concluded, becoming the deadliest in the country, as reported by Reuters. According to authorities, at least 121 people were killed during raids in Rio de Janeiro, including four police officers. Human rights defenders claim that the actual number of victims may reach 132. Long Preparation for the OperationAccording to police information, planning for the raid against the largest drug cartel in the state took more than two months. The operation
Activists previously reported that Chinese syndicates are using Musk's satellite internet to deceive people around the world. SpaceX, founded by Elon Musk, has decided to disable more than 2,500 Starlink terminals that were being used near fraudulent call centers in Myanmar, according to NBC News.
By 2030, Kyrgyzstan aims to triple the volume of gross added value created by small and medium-sized enterprises. This was announced on October 29 by Eldar Alisherov, head of the EEU Affairs Sector in the Presidential Administration, speaking at the International Scientific and Practical Conference dedicated to issues of accelerated economic growth in the country. Alisherov emphasized that the share of small and medium-sized businesses in the structure of gross domestic product is planned to be
The match, which attracted the attention of many fans, lived up to all expectations. In the first half, Al-Ittihad player Benzema opened the scoring by converting a penalty. Despite Al-Nassr controlling the game, in the second half, Romarinho increased his team's lead.
- The scientific and practical conference held today, October 29, 2025, served as a platform for the statements of Doctor of Economic Sciences Roza Aknazarova regarding the necessity of creating more favorable conditions for investors and reducing administrative barriers for business development. The professor noted that industrialization should be a priority task for the country.
The National Bank of Kyrgyzstan announced the development of a new mechanism for providing citizens with gold storage services. The Deputy Chairman of the National Bank, Azat Kozubekov, shared this information at a press conference held on October 29, 2025, in Bishkek. Kozubekov noted that the National Bank already has the necessary facilities and expanded capabilities for storing precious metals. “As the President and Chairman of the National Bank mentioned yesterday, we have suitable
- At the press conference on October 29, Deputy Chairman of the National Bank Azat Kozubekov announced that buyers of gold bullion bars are required to show their passport when making a purchase. He explained that this practice is mandatory in accordance with legislation aimed at combating terrorism financing and money laundering (CFT/AML).
- The National Bank of Kyrgyzstan, according to the resolution dated October 23, 2025, has updated 19 regulatory legal acts, as reported by the regulator's press service. These changes are aimed at aligning the regulatory framework with the norms of legislation concerning the exchange of credit information and self-imposed bans on credit transactions, which should enhance risk management in the financial sector.
- During a scheduled inspection conducted by employees of the Jalal-Abad Regional Office of the Environmental and Technical Supervision Service, serious violations concerning environmental protection and ensuring ecological safety were identified. The press service of the Ministry of Natural Resources reported the results of the inspection. During the event, various violations were recorded, which led to the drafting of a report and the issuance of an order requiring the rectification of these
A message was received at the Call Center from a resident of Bishkek. He noted that at the "Altyn-Ordo" bus stop on Ankara Street, getting on and off the buses has become extremely difficult due to large puddles.
The start of the match was promising for "Abdysh-Ata": already in the 9th minute, forward Artem Belyi opened the scoring with a long-range shot, putting his team ahead. However, the end of the first half created tension for the Kant team. Goalkeeper Sultan Chomoev failed to reliably clear the ball after a set piece, and Majid Al-Saladi took advantage of the situation, equalizing the score in the 44th minute.
Intense fighting continues in Rio de Janeiro between law enforcement and drug cartels. According to Reuters, the death toll has exceeded 70 people.
More than 2,500 law enforcement officers are involved in the operation During a significant police operation aimed at combating criminal gangs in Rio de Janeiro, at least 64 people have died, according to CNN Brasil.
Gulzat Abdinasirova, who previously held the position of chairperson of the Ton District Court in the Issyk-Kul region, made a public statement regarding the decision of the Bishkek City Court in her case. She also addressed high-ranking officials, including President Sadyr Japarov, Chairman of the State Committee for National Security Kamchybek Tashiev, and Chairman of the Supreme Court Mederbek Satyyev. Recall that Abdinasirova was arrested on September 27, 2024, on suspicion of corruption.
According to information from Meduza, 64 people died during a large-scale police operation in the favelas of Rio de Janeiro. According to G1 and CNN Brasil, among the deceased are 60 suspected drug traffickers and four police officers. As a result of the clash, three local residents were also injured.
On October 15, 2025, the Cabinet of Ministers signed Resolution No. 668, which updates the conditions of the temporary ban on the export of agricultural animals, including horses. This information was published in the newspaper "Erkin Too" on October 17, 2025. According to the updates, horses exported by air transport are no longer subject to the temporary ban. This change affects the Cabinet's resolution No. 506 dated August 20, 2025, which imposes a six-month ban on the export
- The Plenary Session of the Supreme Court of the Kyrgyz Republic on October 3, 2025, approved Resolution No. 26 aimed at creating uniform judicial practice regarding civil and economic cases related to shared participation contracts in the construction of multi-apartment residential complexes. This document summarizes important legal positions concerning the terms of conclusion, registration, and execution of contracts between developers and participants.
According to information from the press service of the Main Internal Affairs Directorate of the capital, on October 21, 2025, Ekaterina Bivol, known for her public activities, made unacceptable statements that insulted the Kyrgyz people.
On the evening of October 25, a wedding took place at the "Ala-Archa" residence for Danadil Japarov, the nephew of President Sadyr Japarov. This information was confirmed by several sources familiar with the situation in political circles, reports Kaktus.media. According to the data, high-profile officials, representatives of the political elite, businessmen, as well as relatives and friends of the newlyweds attended the event. Guests were prohibited from using mobile phones and other
According to Pentagon spokesman Sean Parnell, these funds are to be used exclusively for paying salaries and benefits to military personnel. This decision contradicts standard practice, as military funding is typically based on budget appropriations approved by Congress, as reported by CNN. Questions have arisen in Congress and among experts regarding the identity of the donor and the reasons for such a significant donation. It is emphasized that the specified amount is insufficient to fully
In the Call Center Kaktus.media, photographs were sent showing large accumulations of plastic waste near the resort "Jalal-Abad". Reader's photo. Reader's photo. Reader's photo. Addressing the Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision of the Kyrgyz Republic and local self-government bodies, the authors of the complaint noted that the resort area needs protection. Previously, there were barriers in place, which have now been removed, allowing
Tolkunzhan Metinovich Kambarov has been appointed as the acting head of the culture department of the Kadamjai district in the Batken region. Kambarov, who is currently 51 years old, has significant management experience, including the position of mayor of the city of Kadamjai, as well as the head of the Kadamjai district state administration and director of the Abdykadir Orozbekov Museum.
Mild Degree A person complains of headache, nausea or vomiting, insomnia, dizziness. The symptoms are mild. To provide assistance, it is sufficient to temporarily stop ascending and give the person time to acclimatize. After 3-4 days, the symptoms disappear on their own and do not require additional treatment;
At altitudes of 1500-2500 m above sea level, there may be slight functional changes in well-being, such as fatigue, increased heart rate, and a slight rise in blood pressure. After 1-2 days (depending on the athlete's training), these changes usually disappear. Blood oxygen saturation at this altitude is practically within normal limits. With a rapid ascent to altitudes of 2500-3500 m above sea level, symptoms of hypoxia develop very quickly and also depend on the athletes' training.
Where there is a guest, there is joy and abundance. "It is a sin to leave a hospitable home without tasting the bread," say the Kyrgyz. Indeed, it is in customs that the soul of the people lives, in traditions lies their strength. Hospitality is a distinctive national trait of the Kyrgyz people. For the Kyrgyz, a guest is sacred. It was believed that with the arrival of a guest, the home fills with happiness (kut). In ancient times, the owner of the yurt had to feed the guest and his
As soon as a person ascends into the mountains and overcomes a certain altitude barrier (usually from 2500 m above sea level), they encounter reduced atmospheric pressure and lower oxygen content. Upon entering such a hostile environment, the body begins to adapt to the changes. This process is accompanied by a deterioration in well-being and painful conditions. This is referred to as altitude sickness, and the period during which the body adapts to high altitudes is called acclimatization.