Sold someone else's land for 200 thousand US dollars: A suspect in large-scale fraud has been detained in Bishkek
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Sold someone else's land for 200 thousand US dollars: A suspect in large-scale fraud has been detained in Bishkek

A resident of the capital, N.K., filed a report with the Internal Affairs Department of the Lenin District of Bishkek, informing about a fraudulent incident that occurred on January 22, 2024. According to him, two acquaintances, M. and A., deceitfully convinced him to purchase two plots of land with a total area of 16 acres in the village of Selektsiya for the amount of 200,000 US dollars. Information about this incident was provided to the Internal Affairs Department of the Lenin District.

16.02.2026, 16:11
Balbak Tulobaev may head the apparatus of the Jogorku Kenesh - sources
Politics

Balbak Tulobaev may head the apparatus of the Jogorku Kenesh - sources

According to information obtained from sources in the Jogorku Kenesh, former deputy Balbak Tulobaev may become the new head of the parliament's apparatus. This decision is expected to be made in the near future. Official comments on this matter are currently absent. Tulobaev himself, while attending a funeral in Issyk-Kul, stated to 24.kg: “I cannot say anything about this at the moment.” Photo from the internet. Balbak Tulobaev Balbak Tulobaev was previously a deputy of the VII

16.02.2026, 16:11
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Construction of the solar power plant in Balikchy has entered the TOP-5 largest energy projects in Eurasia with Asian investments

- According to the EDB report (2026), the electricity sector shows a noticeable growth in mutual investments in the countries of Eurasia and Asia. The reasons for the increase in foreign investments in this sector include: the rise in domestic demand for electricity in the countries of the region; the beginning of the energy transition, including the implementation of new projects based on renewable energy sources. The most significant new electricity projects with accumulated investment

16.02.2026, 16:10
Shayyrbek Tashiev denied information about the initiation of a case and his detention
Politics

Shayyrbek Tashiev denied information about the initiation of a case and his detention

Deputy of the Jogorku Kenesh Shayyrbek Tashiev denied information that a criminal case had been initiated against him, as well as rumors about his detention. He made these comments in an interview with the radio station "Azattyk". Photo from the internet. Shayyrbek Tashiev According to Tashiev, the information about the initiation of a case and his arrest is unfounded. He also commented on the recent public interest in his income and property declaration for 2024, which states an

16.02.2026, 16:04
PKI summed up the results of almost two years of work: residents' revenue exceeded 2 billion soms
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PKI summed up the results of almost two years of work: residents' revenue exceeded 2 billion soms

In 2025, the number of residents of the Creative Industries Park (CIP) increased to 155, and by the beginning of 2026, it reached 165. This information was announced by the director of CIP, Kanyshay Mamytova, who presented data on revenue, jobs created, and taxes paid by residents. The park was established in April 2024, and the acceptance of the first applications began in June of the same year. In the third quarter of 2024, 21 residents submitted their first reports, with a total revenue of

16.02.2026, 16:03
Club "Bulki" Security Guards Detained for Brawl with Visitor
Incidents

Club "Bulki" Security Guards Detained for Brawl with Visitor

An incident involving security guards of the nightclub "Bulki" occurred in Bishkek. According to the press service of the Interior Ministry of the October district, citizens suspected of hooliganism have been detained. It became known that one of the visitors, citizen S.E., filed a complaint with the police. He reported that on January 30, 2026, at around 5 a.m., the club's security guards inflicted bodily injuries on him. Photo of the Interior Ministry As a result of this

16.02.2026, 16:00
Security guards of the nightclub "Buns" accused of beating
Incidents

Security guards of the nightclub "Buns" accused of beating

According to information provided by the Internal Affairs Department of the October District of Bishkek, two suspects have been detained on charges of hooliganism. The victim reported that on January 30, around five in the morning, the security guards of the club "Bulki" inflicted bodily harm on him. This incident was registered under Article 280 "Hooliganism" of the Criminal Code of the Kyrgyz Republic. During the operation "Bandit," police officers arrested the

16.02.2026, 15:58
Epstein's Archives and "Pizzagate": The Return of Old Shadows
World / Exclusive

Epstein's Archives and "Pizzagate": The Return of Old Shadows

The released documents have sparked a new round of discussions about how high-profile figures may use certain terms as hidden signals. Many internet users have noted the frequent use of words like "pizza," which were previously interpreted as code words in the context of the "Pizzagate" theory. This theory emerged in 2016 when forum participants began linking the phrase "cheese pizza" to child pornography based on the abbreviation CP. The Emergence of the

16.02.2026, 15:58
Politics

Meat from Mongolia will be supplied to Kyrgyzstan

At today's meeting of the relevant committee of the Jogorku Kenesh, a bill concerning the ratification of a temporary trade agreement with Mongolia was adopted in the first reading. This document, signed on June 27, 2025, in Minsk, was presented by the Deputy Minister of Economy and Commerce, Choro Seyitov. The Deputy Minister noted that this agreement involves mutual reduction of customs duties on 367 items of goods. It will be in effect for three years and may be extended for a similar

16.02.2026, 15:54
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The volume of Kyrgyzstan's foreign trade decreased by 10.2% in 2025, - National Statistics Committee

- At the press conference on February 16, the head of the foreign trade statistics department of the National Statistics Committee, Gulzara Sulaymanova, reported that the volume of external mutual trade in goods in 2025 amounted to $15.8 billion, which is a decrease of 10.2% compared to 2024. According to the provided data, export deliveries amounted to $2.8 billion, indicating a decrease of 44.5%. This reduction occurred due to a 22% decrease in supplies to CIS countries and a 59.5% decrease

16.02.2026, 15:52
Incidents

Foreigners were illegally involved in the construction of a guest house: A resident of Issyk-Kul gave the suspect 5,000,000 soms.

In Karakol, events aimed at combating extremism took place, as reported by the Internal Affairs Department of the Issyk-Kul region. According to the agency, on February 2, 2026, a local resident O.K., born in 1998, approached the police with a statement. In his appeal, he reported that on December 21, 2025, a foreign citizen M.A., to whom he had transferred 5,000,000 soms for the completion of a guest house, had not yet returned the money. O.K. requested the law enforcement agencies to

16.02.2026, 15:52
Hotel Sector of Central Asia. What the Countries of the Region Can Offer Tourists
Economy

Hotel Sector of Central Asia. What the Countries of the Region Can Offer Tourists

Research on the international hotel market in Central Asia, conducted by the consulting company Commonwealth Partnership Uzbekistan, shows that the region is becoming increasingly attractive to tourists. Each year, the geography of visitors expands, which in turn leads to higher demands for service quality, including hotel services. According to forecasts, the number of hotel rooms will increase over the next five years. Each country in the region will develop along its own path, and experts

16.02.2026, 15:51
Incidents

Weapons and Ammunition Found in the Home of an Organized Crime Group Member

In Karakol, large-scale operational and preventive measures are being conducted under the names "Bandit" and "Den." These actions are aimed at identifying members of organized criminal groups, individuals using drugs, as well as suppressing places and conditions that facilitate their use. According to the Internal Affairs Department of the Issyk-Kul region, there are currently 18 individuals associated with organized crime registered at the Karakol City Department of

16.02.2026, 15:49
Bloggers Sary Kyz and Argen Sigma will help officials develop tourism in the Kyrgyz Republic
Society

Bloggers Sary Kyz and Argen Sigma will help officials develop tourism in the Kyrgyz Republic

The Tourism Development Support Fund of Kyrgyzstan has announced its new partnership with bloggers Sary Kyz and Argen Sigma. This collaboration, set to last until the end of 2026, aims to actively promote the country's tourism opportunities in the media landscape and social networks. With the help of these well-known bloggers, government officials plan to increase the visibility of Kyrgyz tourism in the digital space and attract a new audience. The parties intend to jointly develop

16.02.2026, 15:44
Health

The Ministry of Health proposes to approve the procedure for private medical practice

The Ministry of Health of Kyrgyzstan has proposed an initiative to approve regulations for private medical practice. This draft resolution is currently available for public discussion. In the justification for the project, it is stated that every citizen has the right to health protection, as enshrined in the Constitution. The increase in the number of diseases creates additional pressure on medical workers and exacerbates the shortage of personnel in public healthcare.

16.02.2026, 15:38
The State Committee for National Security detained leaders and employees of illegal rehabilitation centers in Bishkek.
Incidents

The State Committee for National Security detained leaders and employees of illegal rehabilitation centers in Bishkek.

As a result of the operation, seven people were detained, including the heads and employees of rehabilitation centers operating in Bishkek without permission. According to law enforcement information, the institutions "Idalgo," "Resolution," and "Bishkek-Maik" used treatment methods that do not meet standards, including the use of physical force, electric shock devices, as well as tying patients to furniture and placing them in isolated rooms. During the searches,

16.02.2026, 15:38
Politics

In Kyrgyzstan, the law against begging is being tightened.

A new draft law has been proposed in the Kyrgyz Ministry of Internal Affairs, which introduces a fine of 20,000 soms (equivalent to 200 calculated indicators) for involving vulnerable groups in begging, such as the elderly, pregnant women, persons with disabilities, and those with mental disorders. Additionally, begging will be classified as a separate type of offense with strict penalties. The amendments to the Code of Offenses and other legislative acts were presented at a meeting of the

16.02.2026, 15:36
In Batken, investments, infrastructure, and the quality of public services were discussed
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In Batken, investments, infrastructure, and the quality of public services were discussed

The Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry, Bakyt Torobaev, participated in a meeting organized by the presidential envoy in the Batken region. The event reviewed the results of the socio-economic development of the region for the year 2025 and outlined priority tasks for the near future. During the meeting, key topics were discussed, including the implementation of both national and regional programs, as well as the status of infrastructure

16.02.2026, 15:34