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Society

The city hall commented on complaints about the non-working elevator in the 7th microdistrict

The press service of the Bishkek mayor's office commented on the situation with the non-functioning passenger elevator in the 12-story building No. 56, located in the 7th microdistrict. According to information from the municipal enterprise "Bishkekgorlift," this building was handed over to them for technical maintenance in 2025, in accordance with resolution No. 197. The building, which has one entrance, is equipped with two elevators.

17.02.2026, 19:10
Incidents

In Bishkek, a man was detained for stealing a Kia Picanto and selling it for 80,000 soms.

In Bishkek, the employees of the Main Department of Internal Affairs arrested a man named J.B., born in 1984, on suspicion of car theft. According to the press service of the Main Department of Internal Affairs of the capital, the incident was registered following a report from a citizen named D.B. He stated that on October 5, 2025, around 6:00 PM, he left his Kia Picanto in the courtyard of his house on Togolok Moldu Street and then left for Karakol. Upon returning on October 9, 2025, he

17.02.2026, 19:06
Incidents

In Bishkek, the police detained the second suspect in a fraud case involving 2.4 million soms

In Bishkek, police officers arrested B. E., born in 1984, on suspicion of committing large-scale fraud, according to information from the press service of the Leninsky District Department of Internal Affairs. A report to the police was made by the general director of one of the companies, I. Y., who stated that B. E. and M. N. deceived him by exploiting his trust under the pretext of helping to sell rebar and took possession of it.

17.02.2026, 19:01
GKNB: The state has regained the building of the editorial office of the regional newspaper "Batken Tany"
Incidents

GKNB: The state has regained the building of the editorial office of the regional newspaper "Batken Tany"

The committee discovered the fact of illegal sale of state property The editorial office of the regional newspaper "Batken tany" has once again become the property of the state. This became known from a press release by the GKNB. According to the committee's information, in 2010, the Ministry of State Property illegally transferred the building located in Batken into private hands, along with a plot of land of 0.22 hectares. At the same time, the building had "strategic

17.02.2026, 19:00
Politics

"Shall we continue? Are we working?" Rumors about the resignation of Zhenishbek Toktorbaev have not been confirmed

Rumors about the possible resignation of Zhenishbek Toktorbaev, the mayor of Osh, have been denied both by the presidential administration and the mayor's office. Official sources confirmed that he continues to fulfill his duties. On February 17, information appeared on social media and in the mass media of Kyrgyzstan that Toktorbaev was planning to leave his position and say goodbye to his team. However, these reports were not confirmed.

17.02.2026, 18:54
In 2025, the Osh Region received nearly 11 billion soms from the republican budget
Economy

In 2025, the Osh Region received nearly 11 billion soms from the republican budget

8.5 billion soms were allocated for capital investments — 357 projects implemented In 2025, the Osh region received over 8 billion 543 million soms from the government, which were directed towards capital investments in 357 projects. This was reported by Adylbek Kasymaliev, the chairman of the cabinet of ministers, during a meeting of the president's representative office.

17.02.2026, 18:52
Incidents

Debt for a resident of Chuy Region ended with a kidnapping

According to information provided by the press service of the Main Internal Affairs Directorate of the Chui region, on February 16, suspects in a kidnapping case were detained. A 20-year-old citizen reported the incident to the internal affairs department of the Chui district. The young man stated that on February 13, around 4:00 PM, his acquaintance along with friends forcibly put him in a car and then took him to the village of Ak-Beshim, where he was beaten.

17.02.2026, 18:49
Sports

A Sambo Tournament Among Police Officers Took Place in Talas

Today, February 17, the Talas Department of Internal Affairs held a sambo tournament in memory of police lieutenant Bakyt Abasbekov, who gave his life while fulfilling his official duty. This was reported by the news agency, citing the press service of the regional police.

17.02.2026, 18:44
Incidents

Suspect Detained in Major Land Fraud Case

In Bishkek, a suspect in fraudulent activities has been detained, as reported by the press service of the Lenin District Department of Internal Affairs on February 16. The complainant stated that on January 22, 2024, he purchased 16 acres of land in the village of Selektsiya for the amount of $200,000. It later turned out that the sale was conducted by individuals who were not the owners. As a result, it was decided to return the money; however, only $57,500 was returned, while the remaining

17.02.2026, 18:42
In Kyrgyzstan, a Record Growth in Vineyard Areas Has Been Recorded
Economy

In Kyrgyzstan, a Record Growth in Vineyard Areas Has Been Recorded

In Kyrgyzstan, the agricultural sector is showing significant development in viticulture. According to the press service of the Ministry of Agriculture of the Kyrgyz Republic, by the end of 2025, the area of vineyards in the country reached 2870 hectares, which is 225 hectares or 8.5% more than the previous year. This positive trend has also reflected in production volumes: the gross harvest amounted to 5990.1 tons, and the average yield was 20.5 quintals per hectare.

17.02.2026, 18:37
Attracting Investments in Osh and Developing the Master Plan – Head of the Cabinet Gave Instructions
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Attracting Investments in Osh and Developing the Master Plan – Head of the Cabinet Gave Instructions

During the meeting of the city council of Osh, which took place in 2025, the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers and Head of the President's Administration of Kyrgyzstan, Adylbek Kasymaliev, announced significant funding allocated from the republican budget. He noted that this year Osh received the largest amount of funds — 6.6 billion soms, while other cities, such as Tokmok and Kara-Balta, were allocated 1 billion soms each. Kasymaliev also spoke about the completion of several

17.02.2026, 18:35
Economy

In 2025, the city of Osh received an unprecedented amount of funding from the republican budget, - Kasymaliev

In 2025, Osh received record funding from the republican budget, as announced at a meeting of the city mayor's office, which was attended by the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers Adylbek Kasymaliev. Kasymaliev noted that this year Osh became the leader in the amount of allocated funds among the cities of Kyrgyzstan, receiving 6.6 billion soms, while cities like Tokmok and Kara-Balta received 1 billion soms each.

17.02.2026, 18:31
Society

UN: "Epstein Dossier" Contains Signs of Crimes Against Humanity

According to a recent statement by UN experts, the materials collected in the so-called "Epstein dossier" contain serious evidence of mass sexual violence, human trafficking, and the exploitation of women and girls. These facts raise deep concerns and indicate the possible existence of a transnational criminal organization. In their findings, specialists noted that the presented data may indicate actions that fall under the definition of crimes against humanity. This includes crimes

17.02.2026, 18:31
Incidents

"Show me your ID." Raids are being conducted in Bishkek to identify brothels.

On February 16, the press service of the Internal Affairs Department of the Lenin District reported on the ongoing preventive operation in Bishkek called "Prostitution-Köpolök." During the raids, police officers check various establishments, such as saunas, hotels, and apartments, where intimate services may be offered. The main focus is on identifying girls engaged in prostitution, as well as their pimps. In the last two days, 20 girls have been brought to the police. Preventive

17.02.2026, 18:30
Incidents

MMA Fighter Adilet Nurmatov Met with the Personnel of the 10th Company of the 4th Battalion of the Department of Security and Convoy

Today, Adilet Nurmatov, a renowned mixed martial arts fighter, met with the personnel of the 10th company of the 4th battalion of the Department of Security and Convoy of the State Penitentiary Service. According to the press service of the State Penitentiary Service, the athlete held a discussion with the servicemen, emphasizing the importance of perseverance, hard work, patience, and continuous self-improvement for achieving success.

17.02.2026, 18:25
Earthquake in Kazakhstan felt by residents of the Issyk-Kul region
Society

Earthquake in Kazakhstan felt by residents of the Issyk-Kul region

On February 17 at 16:08 local time, the Institute of Seismology of the National Academy of Sciences of Kyrgyzstan recorded an earthquake with a magnitude of 5.1 on the MSK-64 scale, which corresponds to a strength of about 5 points at the epicenter. According to preliminary data, the epicenter of the earthquake was located in Kazakhstan, approximately 65 kilometers northeast of the village of Ananyevo and 70 kilometers from Almaty.

17.02.2026, 18:18
Incidents

In Bishkek, a robbery occurred at a dormitory where foreigners live.

On February 17, the press service of the Sverdlovsk District Internal Affairs Department reported the detention of suspects in a robbery that occurred on February 15 in a dormitory on Musa Jalil Street. On that day, around 6:30 AM, a group of young people burst into a room, threatening the victim with a sharp object, and stole diamond earrings and a bracelet from a foreign woman.

17.02.2026, 18:18