Incidents

Cybercriminals deceived citizens out of 4.5 million soms: Searches and arrests conducted

The Internal Affairs Department of the city of Osh reported the start of an investigation into several criminal cases related to large-scale fraud. According to law enforcement agencies, a group has been identified that uses hundreds of phone numbers to regularly deceive citizens. The criminals posed as employees of banks and government institutions, acting according to a pre-arranged scheme that included methods of social engineering, psychological pressure, and mass registration of SIM cards.

20.02.2026, 21:42
Society

Human rights activist Rita Karasartova filed a lawsuit against the leadership of the GSIN and SIZO-1

Human rights activist Rita Karasartova has initiated legal proceedings against the leadership of the State Penitentiary Service (GPS) and the pre-trial detention center (SIZO-1), as she reported on her Facebook page. According to her statement, a law passed in 2006 guarantees detainees in SIZO the opportunity to make a 15-minute phone call to relatives once a week. However, in Karasartova's opinion, this right is not being upheld. She emphasized that during her time in SIZO, she repeatedly

20.02.2026, 21:27
First Deputy Head of the Ministry of Health of Kyrgyzstan Resigns
Society

First Deputy Head of the Ministry of Health of Kyrgyzstan Resigns

Photo from the internet. Aibek Matkerimov Aibek Matkerimov, who held the position of First Deputy Minister of Health of Kyrgyzstan, has decided to resign. This information was reported by several media outlets citing their sources. According to available information, this morning he said goodbye to his colleagues and announced his intention to resign voluntarily.

20.02.2026, 21:21
Society

The Army of Kazakhstan Will Ensure Peace in the Gaza Strip

The Kazakh army will take on the task of maintaining peace in the Gaza Strip. This became known after the first meeting of the Council of Peace, which took place in Washington under the leadership of Donald Trump, as reported by DW. At the meeting, it was announced that five countries, including Kazakhstan, agreed to send their troops to Gaza: Morocco, Albania, Kosovo, and Indonesia also supported this initiative.

20.02.2026, 20:59
Lifelong convicts celebrated International Mother Language Day
Society

Lifelong convicts celebrated International Mother Language Day

A cultural evening titled “If I am a nation, I am my language” was held at correctional facility No. 19, dedicated to International Mother Language Day. The event was attended by individuals sentenced to life imprisonment, reported the press service of the State Service for the Execution of Sentences (GSIN). The program, dedicated to February 21, included performances by representatives of various nationalities, including Kyrgyz, Uzbeks, Azerbaijanis, Turks, Dungans, Russians, and Pakistanis.

20.02.2026, 20:57
Society

Trump instructed the Department of Defense to release documents on UFOs

U.S. President Donald Trump stated the need to declassify documents related to extraterrestrial life and UFOs, assigning this task to the Department of Defense. He announced this in his post on the social network Truth Social. According to Trump, this step is prompted by "huge interest" in the topic.

20.02.2026, 20:56
Society

Deputy Minister of Health Ryspek Sydygaliev Detained

Today, February 20, information has been received from sources of the Kaktus.media editorial office that Ryspek Sydygaliev, the Deputy Minister of Health, has been detained by the investigative service of the GKNB on suspicion of corrupt activities. He is currently in the temporary detention facility of the GKNB.

20.02.2026, 20:47
Deputy Minister of Health of Kyrgyzstan Detained
Incidents

Deputy Minister of Health of Kyrgyzstan Detained

Photo from the internet. Ryspek Sydygaliev According to some media reports, the Deputy Minister of Health of Kyrgyzstan, Ryspek Sydygaliev, has been detained. The information came from sources close to the investigative authorities. The main reason for the detention is suspicions of corrupt activities associated with his name.

20.02.2026, 20:44
Society

A man dictated a code via WhatsApp and lost almost 2 million soms from his bank card

According to information provided by the Main Internal Affairs Directorate, the incident occurred on February 5. A local resident, K.A., born in 1981, reported to the Internal Affairs Department of the Issyk-Ata district that at 13:21 he received a call via WhatsApp from unknown individuals who asked him to dictate a four-digit code. As a result, 1,999,006 soms were withdrawn from his account at "Eldik Bank." An investigation into this case was opened under Article 209

20.02.2026, 20:24
Economy

Taxes reduced by almost 10 times: jewelers in Osh were explained the benefits of legalization

On February 20, a meeting was held in Osh, where jewelry sellers were informed about the legalization of products made from precious metals. Abylbek Abdyrai uulu, head of the information support service of the State Tax Service, noted that legalization would significantly reduce the tax burden and create more favorable conditions for entrepreneurs. “Currently, more than a hundred gold traders are undergoing training on the legalization of goods and entering data through their personal accounts.

20.02.2026, 20:15
"Toy Story 5" and the continuation of "House of the Dragon": new trailers of the week
Society

"Toy Story 5" and the continuation of "House of the Dragon": new trailers of the week

Frame from the movie ‘Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man’ This week, new trailers were released online for the feature film ‘Peaky Blinders’, the third season of ‘House of the Dragon’, and the fifth installment of ‘Toy Story’. Third Season of ‘House of the Dragon’ The first teaser for the third season of the popular series ‘House of the Dragon’ is now available for viewing. The events unfold in Westeros, 200 years before the start of ‘Game of Thrones’, when the Targaryen dynasty continues to

20.02.2026, 20:12
Incidents

The court found the former head of the Karakol Water Utility and the director of the contracting organization guilty.

The Karakol City Court announced its decision in the case of the former director of the municipal enterprise "Vodokanal," who was found guilty of abusing his authority. The verdict was issued on December 23, 2025. According to the State Committee for National Security (GKNB), the investigation revealed that in October 2025, a tender was held for drilling works to provide drinking water to Karakol. Within the framework of this tender, an amount of 38 million 927 thousand soms was

20.02.2026, 19:58
Society

The Mayor of Manas Has Changed

According to sources from the editorial office of Kaktus.media, Ernisebek Ormokov has been relieved of his duties as the mayor of Manas. He has been replaced by Abdupata Matkalikov.

20.02.2026, 19:56
Exclusive

China exported 2.2 million electric vehicles in 2025

China implemented 2.2 million electric vehicles in 2025, according to information from the country's General Administration of Customs. This is an increase of 34.3% compared to 2024, which is equivalent to an increase of almost 566 thousand vehicles. There is also a growth in export value, which increased by 13.8% and amounted to $36.4 billion in 2025.

20.02.2026, 19:45
Who owns the land under the fountains near TSUM? The versions vary. Let's figure it out.
Politics

Who owns the land under the fountains near TSUM? The versions vary. Let's figure it out.

The construction in the center of the capital, located next to TSUM and GUM, has been causing heated discussions for almost a year. Closed roads, traffic jams, and difficulties for pedestrians — all these are consequences of the so-called renovation of Bishkek. On February 19, the mayor of Bishkek, Aibek Junushaliev, conducted an inspection at the construction site, where he issued a number of strict directives regarding the ongoing work.

20.02.2026, 19:04