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A group of pickpockets detained in Bishkek: more than 20 stolen phones seized
Incidents

A group of pickpockets detained in Bishkek: more than 20 stolen phones seized

Employees of the Main Department of Internal Affairs of Bishkek detained a group of suspects connected to a series of pickpocketing incidents occurring in the city's markets. This was reported by the press service of the capital's police. The investigation began after a citizen, A.A., approached the Sverdlovsk District Internal Affairs Department on December 28, 2025. She reported that unknown individuals had stolen an iPhone 12 Pro Max from her daughter's jacket pocket at the

28.01.2026, 14:08
Three Foreigners Wanted by Interpol Detained in Bishkek
Incidents / Exclusive

Three Foreigners Wanted by Interpol Detained in Bishkek

Since the beginning of 2026, as a result of operational actions by the Ministry of Internal Affairs, three individuals who were on international wanted lists through Interpol have been detained in Bishkek. One of the detainees is a citizen named G. D., born in 1979. He was wanted for intentionally causing serious harm to health and for illegally crossing the border. After his arrest, he was handed over to the Investigative Service of the Internal Affairs Department of the First May District of

28.01.2026, 14:05
Snowstorm in the USA. The death toll has risen to 51.
World / Exclusive

Snowstorm in the USA. The death toll has risen to 51.

According to information from RIA Novosti, citing NBC, the snowstorm that hit the United States has claimed the lives of at least 51 people. Earlier, the Associated Press reported 42 fatalities. Millions of residents, from the Great Lakes to the Gulf Coast, received alerts about record low temperatures. In the eastern part of the country, communities are still recovering from the impact of the storm. According to data from Poweroutage, about 400,000 households are without electricity, mainly

28.01.2026, 14:05
An Expert Assessed the Key Achievements of Sadyr Japarov's Five-Year Presidency
Politics

An Expert Assessed the Key Achievements of Sadyr Japarov's Five-Year Presidency

Vladimir Lubyanko, a Russian political scientist, highlighted the important stages of Sadyr Japarov's presidency over the past five years as a time of significant changes for Kyrgyzstan. Against the backdrop of ongoing political crises and changes in power, this period became notable due to important foreign policy decisions, economic progress, and large-scale reforms in the institutional sphere. Photo 24.kg. Political scientist Vladimir Lubyanko One of the most significant outcomes of

28.01.2026, 14:02
More than 16.8 thousand ethnic Kazakhs received the status of "kandas" in 2025
World

More than 16.8 thousand ethnic Kazakhs received the status of "kandas" in 2025

In 2025, 16,805 ethnic Kazakhs returned to their historical homeland, receiving the status of "kandasy," as reported by the press service of the Ministry of Labor and Social Protection of the Population. According to the Ministry of Labor, 44.5% of the kandasy arrived from Uzbekistan, 44.1% from China, 4% from Turkmenistan, 3% from Mongolia, 2.5% from Russia, and 1.9% from other countries.

28.01.2026, 13:52
The Ukrainian Foreign Minister stated that there will be two peace agreements — Ukraine and Russia will sign them separately with the USA.
World

The Ukrainian Foreign Minister stated that there will be two peace agreements — Ukraine and Russia will sign them separately with the USA.

Andrey Sibiga As part of the 20-point agreement, according to Sibiga, the main emphasis is on the fact that this document represents a bilateral agreement between Ukraine and the USA, while a separate document will be prepared for Russia, which will also be signed by the USA. "Currently, this is the scheme being discussed, but negotiations are still ongoing," he added. Speaking about the role of European countries, the minister pointed to their participation in the peace process and

28.01.2026, 13:52
Society

Kyrgyzstan has filed a lawsuit against Russia in the EAEU. Comment from the FOMS

The Mandatory Health Insurance Fund (MHIF) noted that Kyrgyzstan is actively fulfilling its obligations within the framework of the Eurasian Economic Union. Citizens of the Union member states who are on the territory of the Kyrgyz Republic have access to medical services under mandatory health insurance, as provided by the State Guarantees Program. On January 27, at a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh Committee on Labor, Health, as well as Women and Social Issues, Azamat Mukhanov, head of the

28.01.2026, 13:44
The tax authority and banks discussed the transaction tax
Economy / Exclusive

The tax authority and banks discussed the transaction tax

The State Tax Service of the Kyrgyz Republic held a meeting with representatives of the banking sector and the Union of Banks of the country. The agenda included important changes in tax legislation, including a new special tax regime "Transaction Tax." One of the key issues discussed was the reduction of the tax rate from 0.2% to 0.1%, as provided by the Law of the Kyrgyz Republic adopted on December 31, 2025. Participants of the meeting also discussed joint efforts to implement new

28.01.2026, 13:43
Ecology

In the Chychkan Gorge, a snow avalanche has occurred: Movement is temporarily restricted

On January 28, a snow avalanche occurred in the Chychkan gorge on the section of the Bishkek—Osh highway between 247-500 km. According to the press service of the Ministry of Transport and Communications, the height of the avalanche reached 2 meters and covered a section of the road approximately 50 meters long. As a result, traffic on the Bishkek—Osh highway has been temporarily suspended. Currently, the forces of DEP No. 23 have been engaged for road clearance, using the necessary equipment

28.01.2026, 13:39
Exclusive

China has launched the world's largest compressed air energy storage system, - Bloomberg

The Chinese province of Jiangsu has become the site of the world's largest energy storage facility using compressed air technology. This project, as reported by Bloomberg, is an important step in the country's strategy to modernize energy storage systems, which facilitates the transition to clean energy sources. According to information from Harbin Electric Corp., which participated in the implementation of this project, the facility has a capacity of 2400 MWh and can produce up to

28.01.2026, 13:38
Incidents

Kyrgyzstani Sentenced in the USA for Illegal Arms Export. Comment from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Kyrgyzstan commented on reports that appeared in the media regarding the sentencing of a citizen of the country, J.S.A., in the United States. According to information received from American authorities, the citizen of Kyrgyzstan was detained in 2025, and on January 22, 2026, the court issued a guilty verdict, imposing a prison sentence.

28.01.2026, 13:37
Society

"We Warned Them." Sadyr Japarov Responded to Private Driving School Owners

President Sadyr Japarov denied accusations against the authorities regarding the closure of the private sector in driver training. An important piece of news was the introduction of a state monopoly, which implies that training is only possible in state driving schools. In this regard, owners of private driving schools express concern that their business is effectively being destroyed.

28.01.2026, 13:37
Former First Lady of South Korea Sentenced to 20 Months in Prison for Corruption
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Former First Lady of South Korea Sentenced to 20 Months in Prison for Corruption

On Wednesday, the Central District Court of Seoul, presided over by Judge Woo In-sun, ruled that Kim "abused her status for personal gain." The judge also noted that "the higher the rank of a person, the more cautious they should be in their actions," adding that the defendant did not reject offers of assistance and was focused on self-aggrandizement. A special group of experts conducting the investigation found that from April to July 2022, Kim Keon Hi received gifts worth

28.01.2026, 13:34
Economy

The National Investment Agency presented projects in the Kyrgyz Republic to a Chinese company to attract investments

- During a meeting held at the National Investment Agency under the President of the Kyrgyz Republic, Ravshanbek Sabirov met with a delegation from the Chinese company Shaanxi Taifaxian Industrial Group Co., Ltd. On the agenda was the potential participation of this company in investment initiatives in the format of public-private partnerships and direct investments, particularly in the construction and energy sectors.

28.01.2026, 13:32