Incidents

In Bishkek, a man's body was found in a house. It is suspected that he shot himself with a pistol.

On January 7, 2026, at approximately 11:00 AM, the duty unit of the Main Internal Affairs Directorate of Bishkek received a report that a man with a gunshot wound had been found in one of the apartments. The caller, who identified herself as a domestic worker, reported that the apartment owner, born in 1967, was known as Z. K. A pistol was found under the body. This incident was recorded in the Information Accounting Journal of the Sverdlovsk District Internal Affairs Directorate, after which

07.01.2026, 14:16

Incidents

A criminal case has been opened regarding the fire at the nursing home in Bishkek

The Ministry of Internal Affairs of the First May District reported the initiation of a criminal case in connection with the fire at a nursing home in Bishkek. The investigation is being conducted under the article of the Criminal Code of the Kyrgyz Republic concerning "Violations of fire safety rules." An examination on fire safety issues has been appointed as part of the case, and investigative actions are underway.

07.01.2026, 14:05

World

The Wall Street Journal: Russia Sent Submarine to Escort Oil Tanker Pursued by the U.S.

Recently, the vessel Bella 1 changed its name to Marinera. Currently, the tanker Bella 1 is located about 300 miles south of Iceland, according to information from the Automatic Identification System (AIS). As reported by CBS News, the USA intends to intercept this vessel, but it is unclear whether their plans have changed after Russia sent its naval forces to protect it. On December 20, the U.S. Coast Guard attempted to detain the tanker Bella 1 in the Caribbean Sea as it was heading towards

07.01.2026, 14:03

Incidents

Bishkek Police Request Foreigners to Carry Identification Documents

On January 7, the press service of the Main Internal Affairs Directorate of Bishkek reported that all foreign citizens must have original documents confirming their identity. As part of the "Illegal" raid conducted by operatives of the Service for Countering Extremism and Illegal Migration, conversations are being held with foreigners to remind them of the necessity to comply with the laws of the Kyrgyz Republic.

07.01.2026, 13:55

Incidents

Drunk Driver Banged His Head on the Ground and Had a Tantrum During Arrest

On the night of January 4th, around 02:00, the UPSM officers stopped a Hyundai vehicle at the intersection of the Southern Highway and Bakayev Street. The driver, a man, showed signs of alcohol intoxication. The UPSM press service published a video of this incident. According to the agency's information, when the inspectors asked the driver to provide his documents, he began to behave inadequately: he threw a tantrum, struck himself, lay down on the roadway, and claimed that law

07.01.2026, 13:49

Economy

In Kyrgyzstan, it is planned to create a "Post Bank" based on the state company "Kyrgyzpost"

The National Bank of the Kyrgyz Republic has received documents for the registration of a new commercial bank called "Post Bank," which will use JSC "Kyrgyzpost" as an agency network to provide banking services to the population. This bank intends to offer basic banking services, following the agency model in accordance with the current legislative norms and rules of the NB KR.

07.01.2026, 13:46

Incidents

In Bishkek, a drunk driver staged a provocation during a document check - UPSM

The incident occurred in Bishkek when officers from the Patrol Service of the Police conducted a raid and stopped a Hyundai vehicle, driven by a man showing clear signs of alcohol intoxication. This was reported by the press service of the Patrol Service. According to the agency, when asked to provide documents, the driver began to behave aggressively: he threw tantrums, hit himself, lay down on the road, and even claimed that the police officers allegedly inflicted bodily harm on him.

07.01.2026, 13:42

Economy

The exchange rate of the tenge to the dollar in 2026 is projected to be 535 (macro forecast of the EDB).

- It is expected that the average exchange rate of the Kazakhstani tenge to the US dollar in 2026 will be 535 tenge per dollar. This estimate was announced in the macroeconomic forecast of the Eurasian Development Bank for 2026-2028. For 2025, the experts of the Eurasian Development Bank predict an exchange rate of 525 tenge per dollar.

07.01.2026, 13:41

World

Media: Bangladesh is Paying for Chinese Loans with Growing Debt - and Not Learning Lessons

According to the Asian News Post, Bangladesh is facing a serious financial problem, realizing that it has fallen into a debt trap caused by Chinese loans. However, despite this, the government is not taking the necessary measures to change the situation. Internal Acknowledgments of DebtThe debt situation in the country is no longer just the opinion of external experts; this acknowledgment has come from the very top of Bangladesh's financial leadership. According to the chairman of the

07.01.2026, 13:40

Politics

Abbas Araghchi: Iran is Open to an Agreement Based on Respect and Mutual Benefit

In an interview with the British publication The Guardian, Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi noted that there are "unprecedented opportunities for friends of Iran and the USA to facilitate dialogue and ensure the full and verifiable implementation of any agreements."

07.01.2026, 13:39

Society

Results-2025. Top 15 Most Viewed Videos on the Kaktus.media YouTube Channel

In 2025, the YouTube Shorts format became an important tool for promoting and monetizing videos, attracting the attention of users worldwide, including Kyrgyzstan. Meanwhile, viewers have not forgotten about long videos of various genres. Kaktus.media presents a list of the 15 most viewed videos on our YouTube channel. It is not surprising that short clips have started to take leading positions, as YouTube actively promotes this format.

07.01.2026, 13:38

Incidents

At Issyk-Kul, a church and a mosque were robbed, a Christmas tree was set on fire, and a Wi-Fi router was stolen — a young man and a teenager have been detained.

In the Ak-Suu district of the Issyk-Kul region, an investigation has been initiated into the theft at a local church and mosque [formerly Teploklyuchenka]. On January 6, 2026, information about an attempted theft at the church in the village of Ak-Suu was received by the Ak-Suu District Department of Internal Affairs.

07.01.2026, 13:38

Society

Days of Culture of Kyrgyzstan in a number of countries postponed to 2027 due to preparations for the Games of Nomads and SCO, - Minister of Culture

Due to the preparations for the World Nomad Games and events within the framework of the SCO, the Days of Kyrgyz Culture in several countries have been postponed to 2027. This was reported by the Minister of Culture, Mirbek Mambetaliev, in an interview with AKIpress. “Our colleagues have understood this decision. We plan to organize the Days of Kyrgyz Culture, for example, in Belarus and other countries in 2027,” the minister noted.

07.01.2026, 13:37

Incidents

Driver of a private school in Osh suspected of lewd acts against a seven-year-old student — her mother made a statement

A seven-year-old daughter was subjected to sexual harassment. This was reported by citizen Mukhabat Kadyrova on January 7 at a press conference in AKIpress-Osh. A resident of the city of Osh demanded punishment for the driver who transports students from one of the private schools.

07.01.2026, 13:37

Society

At the IZO Museum, an exhibition by Ilgiz Edilson "Anatomy of Human Emotions" will take place.

At the National Museum of Fine Arts named after Gapar Aitiev, a personal exhibition by Ilgiz Edilson titled "Anatomy of Human Emotions" will take place. This was reported by the organizers through 24.kg. According to the provided information, the artist explores the emotional experiences of people using elements such as color, shape, and spatial composition. “Four color environments represent dozens of emotional states—from joy and trust to fear and determination. This exhibition is

07.01.2026, 13:36

Incidents

Fire in the Nursing Home. A Criminal Case has been Initiated

A criminal case has been initiated in Bishkek regarding the fire at the nursing home, as reported by the Internal Affairs Department of the Pervomaisky District. Currently, a fire-technical examination has been appointed, and the investigation is being conducted under the article concerning "Violation of fire safety rules" of the Criminal Code of the Kyrgyz Republic.

07.01.2026, 13:33

Economy

The Antimonopoly Service reported on measures to curb prices for socially significant goods in 2025

- In 2025, the antimonopoly service significantly increased its efforts compared to previous years due to rising prices for meat products. This was reported on the air of a radio station by Muratbek Imankulov, Deputy Chairman of the Antimonopoly Regulation Service under the Ministry of Economy. He noted that in response to this situation, state control measures were implemented. In addition, active work was carried out to monitor prices for socially significant goods and fuel and lubricants.

07.01.2026, 13:32

Society

Food fairs in Kyrgyzstan will be held until June 2026

Organizers have announced the continuation of food fairs in the Kyrgyz Republic and Bishkek until June 2026. These events will involve local farmers and artisans, allowing residents to purchase food products at affordable prices. Currently, there is no shortage of essential food items in the region, and the existing supplies are considered sufficient. The main goal of the fairs is to maintain stability in the domestic market and ensure the population has access to quality products.

07.01.2026, 13:32

Society

The Republican Blood Center urged the residents of Bishkek to become donors.

Due to the recent fire at the nursing home, the Republican Blood Center has reported an urgent need to replenish donor blood supplies. Center specialists noted that during holiday periods, there is typically an increase in blood shortages because donors visit the center less frequently due to weekends and vacations. However, the demand for blood remains high or even increases.

07.01.2026, 13:31

Exclusive

Bishkek City Police Department: Foreign citizens are required to carry original documents proving their identity

As part of the operation "Illegal," the Bishkek City Police Department is conducting checks and providing clarifications regarding compliance with migration regulations by foreign citizens. The Bishkek City Police Department emphasizes that the absence of the specified documents may lead to detention by law enforcement agencies for the purpose of establishing identity and verifying the legality of their stay. During the raids, over 35 foreign citizens were taken to the Police

07.01.2026, 13:30

Incidents

Guys were rocking the SUV and sticking their heads out of the hatch: The driver was fined

Yesterday, January 6, an incident occurred in Manas where a group of young people was rocking an SUV and sticking their heads out of the hatch while it was in motion, reported the Department of Road Safety under the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Jalal-Abad region. According to information from law enforcement agencies, this incident was recorded on T. Baizakov Street.

07.01.2026, 13:22

Politics

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Kyrgyzstan recommends refraining from trips to Iran

According to the latest official data, as of January 6, 2026, there is no information about citizens of Kyrgyzstan who have been affected during the protests in Iran.

07.01.2026, 13:22

Exclusive

Drinking Water Contaminated Worldwide: Scientists Warn of the Dangers of PFAS Substances

Professor Stuart Harrad, an expert in water ecology, emphasizes that the data obtained indicate serious contamination of water resources with perfluorinated compounds. He also notes that simple methods, such as boiling or filtration, can effectively remove PFAS from water, highlighting the need for the application of accessible technologies to reduce their impact on human health. It is important to remember that PFAS molecules can accumulate in the body, leading to their buildup in tissues and

07.01.2026, 13:19

Incidents

Went out to meet a guy and didn't come back: Aymeerim Akishova is being searched for in Bishkek

Searches for the missing girl continue in the capital of Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek. According to the Internal Affairs Department of the Lenin District, on January 6, 2026, A.K., the sister of the missing girl, requested assistance in finding Aimeerim Kalybekovna Akisheva, born in 2001. Relatives report that around 17:50 on the same day, she left to meet her acquaintance Bakyt Asakeev, with whom she had a relationship, and after that, she stopped communicating. This case has been registered in the

07.01.2026, 13:18