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In Osh, a new park has been opened on the site of illegal constructions
Society / Exclusive

In Osh, a new park has been opened on the site of illegal constructions

A new park was opened in the city of Osh, located on both sides of the Kyr-Aryk (Uvam) canal, along Monueva Street. The ceremony was attended by Mayor Jenishbek Toktorbaev, the chairman of the Osh City Council, and numerous residents of the city. Previously, this area housed illegal trading pavilions and other constructions, which were dismantled, freeing the banks of the canal. As a result, the mayor decided to create a recreational area here.

11.02.2026, 17:35
Illegal Agricultural Properties Privatized in Kadamdzhai Seized
Incidents

Illegal Agricultural Properties Privatized in Kadamdzhai Seized

The State Committee for National Security (SCNS) has restored the rights of the state to a land plot and associated agricultural facilities in the Kadamjai area, located in the Batken region. The committee's press center reported that the facilities are situated in the Moldо-Niyaz locality. According to information, in the early 2000s, a plot of land measuring 0.86 hectares was illegally removed from state ownership. The land plot was associated with warehouses for storing agricultural

11.02.2026, 17:35
Self-control and willpower are not like muscle work; they cannot be "exhausted."
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Self-control and willpower are not like muscle work; they cannot be "exhausted."

Willpower and self-control are not resources that can be depleted. According to popular beliefs, self-control is akin to a muscle that gets fatigued with frequent use. This concept has taken root in psychology and is often discussed in productivity blogs and everyday conversations. For example, after a long day filled with choices, we might say we are "exhausted," as if we have spent all our internal reserves. In psychology, this phenomenon is referred to as ego depletion, where acts

11.02.2026, 17:31
Society

In Kadamzhai, over 3 tons of meat were sold in one day — a meat fair took place

In the Kadamjay district, in the Ak-Turpakskiy rural community, a meat fair was held, reports Turmush correspondent. The event took place at the "Torgovy" market, where local producers offered reduced prices: beef was priced at 650 soms per kilogram, while lamb was 660 soms. Previously, the cost of meat ranged from 680 to 700 soms per kilogram. According to butchers working at the market, more than 3 tons of meat are sold here in one market day, and they report the slaughter of over

11.02.2026, 17:30
Society

"What's if everything collapses tomorrow?" Complaint about the construction of the GIK house and the response from the Ministry of Construction

In the call center of Kaktus.media, a reader provided a recording that captures the deficiencies in the construction of a multi-apartment building by GIK in Karakol. He commented: "The gas blocks were installed without mortar. Will such houses remain for future generations? What will happen if they collapse? Since they are receiving money, why can't everything be done properly?"

11.02.2026, 17:28
In 2025, 26 million cattle, small cattle, and birds were vaccinated in Kyrgyzstan.
Economy / Exclusive

In 2025, 26 million cattle, small cattle, and birds were vaccinated in Kyrgyzstan.

In Kyrgyzstan, vaccination of 26 million animals was carried out in 2025, including large and small cattle, as well as birds. This was announced at a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh by the Minister of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry, Bakyt Torobaev. Torobaev noted that there are certain problems in private veterinary practice. There are about 1,600 private veterinarians operating in the country, but their earnings remain at an insufficient level.

11.02.2026, 17:12
Ecology

Tender announced for fencing forest cultivation areas in four districts for 40.7 million soms

The Forest Service under the Ministry of Emergency Situations has initiated a tender for the acquisition and transportation of materials that will be used for fencing forest cultivation areas in pilot regions, including Ak-Talinsky, Toguz-Toroisky, Suzaksky, and Uzgen regions. According to information posted on the state procurement portal, the chosen method for conducting the procurement is a request for quotations with the corresponding qualification requirements.

11.02.2026, 17:11
Society

"No Safe Dose". Psychiatrist-Addictologist on the Dangers of Driving Under the Influence

Statistics show that the number of drivers getting behind the wheel while intoxicated remains high. This was reported by Aliya Ashchi, a psychiatrist-narcologist at the Republican Center for Psychiatry and Narcology, in an interview on "Birinchi Radio". According to her, during raids, especially on weekends, many intoxicated drivers are brought to the center — "the journal is filled with records." The specialist noted that the problem concerns not only alcohol but also cases

11.02.2026, 17:10
Incidents

Police detained a man on suspicion of auto fraud

In the Batken region, a suspect in fraud has been arrested, according to information provided by the press service of the Batken region's Internal Affairs Directorate. According to law enforcement data, a local resident, K.B., reported to the police that 35-year-old D.K., having gained his trust, deceitfully took possession of a Hyundai Grandeur car worth 21 thousand dollars.

11.02.2026, 17:04
Major Bitcoin Investors Are Buying Again, but Smaller Players Are Hesitant
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Major Bitcoin Investors Are Buying Again, but Smaller Players Are Hesitant

According to Bloomberg, large investors have resumed active purchases of bitcoin, while less significant market participants are exercising caution. Some of the largest bitcoin holders have supported its price, but the increase in interest remains limited, raising questions about whether this is truly a recovery or merely an attempt to offset losses.

11.02.2026, 17:04
Incidents

At the ski resort, a girl flew off the track into a ravine. A new video of the incident has emerged.

In the evening of February 8, a report was received at the Alamudun District Department of Internal Affairs about an accident at the "Kashkulak" ski resort located in the village of Baytik. A skier, having gained speed, lost her balance and fell into a ravine. Witnesses of the incident posted a video on social media. The injured person was T. A., born in 2006, who was skiing with friends. After obtaining ski passes, the group began descending the mountain. While moving at high speed,

11.02.2026, 17:01
Incidents

Thief "Burglary" Detained in Bishkek

On February 10, the press service of the Internal Affairs Department of the First Mai District reported the detention of a suspect in apartment burglaries in Bishkek. The incident became known on February 7, when a resident of the Ak-Bosogo area contacted the police. The man stated that on February 6, intruders broke into his apartment, forced open the door, and stole a gold chain with a pendant valued at 50,000 soms.

11.02.2026, 16:59
Incidents

In Bishkek, a bus driver has been detained, suspected of committing lewd acts against a schoolgirl.

On February 10, the head of the Internal Affairs Department of the Lenin District, Ulan Berdibaev, reported the detention of a public transport driver during a meeting with employees of the Bishkek City Transport company. According to Berdibaev, the incident occurred at the final stop when a schoolgirl fell asleep on the bus. At that moment, when there were no other passengers, the driver took advantage of the situation and began to engage in indecent actions.

11.02.2026, 16:50
Incidents

The deputy of the BGK inquired about the results of the investigation into the fire at the nursing home.

At the meeting of the permanent commission of the Bishkek City Council on economic issues on February 10, Deputy Mayrambek Kasiev ("Emgek") asked about the progress of the investigation into the fire that occurred on January 6 at the nursing home. He inquired: "Is the investigation complete? What is the damage?" In response, Vice Mayor Viktoria Mozgacheva reported that the investigation is still ongoing.

11.02.2026, 16:50
The doctor explained how to protect yourself from ARVI before spring.
Health / Exclusive

The doctor explained how to protect yourself from ARVI before spring.

With the approach of spring, it is important to think about the prevention of acute respiratory viral infections (ARVI). As reported by RIA Novosti, Natalia Borovskaya, an associate professor in the Department of Clinical Medicine at the School of Medicine and Life Sciences of the Far Eastern Federal University and an infectious disease physician, there are several effective ways to reduce the risk of illness. According to the specialist, nasal rinsing and the use of immunomodulating drugs

11.02.2026, 16:48
Incidents

In a Bishkek café, shadow accounting and hidden revenue of 12 million soms were uncovered

In Bishkek, a scheme of shadow accounting and hidden financial operations was uncovered at the "Kuldja HOGO" café chain. These violations became known thanks to inspections conducted by the State Tax Service of Kyrgyzstan as part of a new pilot project aimed at implementing fiscal software (FS). This software is designed to track all sales and transmit data to tax authorities. According to the STS, three cafés managed by the same owner were found to have unregistered programs that

11.02.2026, 16:48
Incidents

Man drove with fake driver's license

On February 11, the press service of the Main Internal Affairs Directorate of the Chui Region reported the detention of a suspect in document forgery. On December 27, 2025, employees of the Traffic Safety Department of the Chui Region stopped a KIA Optima vehicle. The driver, born in 1995 and named K.Sh., presented his driver's license, which raised doubts among the inspectors.

11.02.2026, 16:44