Incidents

In Kara-Kuldja, a woman has been charged with the murder of her husband

In Kara-Kuldja, where the Kara-Kuldjin District Court of the Osh Region is hearing a criminal case regarding the death of a man, his wife is on the defendant's bench. According to available information, the court proceedings against K.S.B. are at the stage of consideration. She is charged with a crime under Article 122, Part 2, Clause 7 ("Murder committed with particular cruelty") of the Criminal Code of the Kyrgyz Republic.

27.01.2026, 16:13

Health / Exclusive

FOMS: The processing time for mandatory health insurance takes at least five days

At a recent meeting of the committee on labor, health care, women's affairs, and social issues, Deputy Zhyldyz Egemberdieva reported that the process of obtaining mandatory health insurance (MHI) will take at least five days for citizens who do not have it. The deputy raised the issue of the possibility of reducing this timeframe and addressed the director of FOMS.

27.01.2026, 16:13

Economy / Exclusive

After the nationalization of Kumtor, over $1.6 billion has been received in the budget

As a result of the transfer of the Kumtor deposit under state control from 2021 to 2025, substantial amounts were directed to the budget of Kyrgyzstan. This was stated by the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers, Adylbek Kasymaliev. According to Kasymaliev, the production activities of Kumtor contributed approximately 5 billion 115 million US dollars to the budget (which is over 400 billion soms). Of this amount, about 1 billion 176 million dollars were taxes and other payments, and an

27.01.2026, 16:08

Society / Exclusive

Crisis Center "Ayalzat" has provided assistance to 96 women and 185 children in 2 years

From 2024 to 2025, the municipal crisis center "Ayalzat" provided social and psychological support to women and children who became victims of domestic and gender-based violence. According to the Bishkek city administration, during this time, assistance was provided to 281 people, including 96 women and 185 children. As of January 27, 2026, there are 40 people living in the center, including 15 women and 25 children, with a total capacity of 50 places.

27.01.2026, 16:07

Exclusive

Kyrgyzstan and Georgia Strengthen Political and Economic Dialogue

On January 26, the fourth political consultations took place in Bishkek between the Ministries of Foreign Affairs of Kyrgyzstan and Georgia. The press service of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Kyrgyzstan reported that the delegation of the republic was headed by Deputy Foreign Minister Meder Abakirov, while the Georgian side was represented by Deputy Foreign Minister Alexander Khvtisiashvili.

27.01.2026, 16:06

Society

In the city of Gülchö, illegal trading points around the market are being dismantled.

In Gülchö, located in the Alay district of the Osh region, the city hall has begun clearing the area around the local market, as reported by official sources. In order to combat illegal trade and restore order, city hall employees conducted raid activities in the vicinity of the market.

27.01.2026, 15:59

Society

Private bailiffs, account seizures, alimony, and fines: changes to the system of enforcement of court decisions proposed in the Kyrgyz Republic

The Committee of the Jogorku Kenesh has scheduled a discussion of the draft law "On Amendments to Certain Legislative Acts in the Field of Enforcement Proceedings" for its first reading on January 27. The Deputy Attorney General, Umutkan Konkubaeva, reported that this draft law has been developed in accordance with the presidential decree dated June 23, 2025, No. 187. The main goal of the amendments is to enhance the effectiveness of the enforcement of judicial decisions and other

27.01.2026, 15:58

Politics

The first teacher of Sadyr Japarov revealed what he was like in school

During his working trip to the Issyk-Kul region, Deputy of the Jogorku Kenesh Tabyldy Muratbekov visited the village of Zhylyu-Bulak, where the first teacher of President Sadyr Japarov, Keneshkan apa, resides. Despite her 80 years, she continues to actively engage in village life and is respected by the local residents. Photo from social networks Upon learning that Keneshkan apa is the teacher of the head of state, the deputy decided to meet with her to receive her blessing. During their

27.01.2026, 15:58

Sports / Exclusive

Tyson Fury explained his defeats to Usyk as "politics"

Fury also emphasized that throughout his career he has had to fight strong opponents. In particular, he recalled his bouts with Deontay Wilder and Vladimir Klitschko. He added that despite the difficulties, he has experience in defeating serious opponents. However, in his opinion, in both cases against Usyk, the outcomes were determined not by sporting factors, but by "politics". The last fight Tyson had was in December 2024 in Riyadh, where he lost to Usyk by unanimous decision. He

27.01.2026, 15:56

Economy / Exclusive

Since 2020, the budget of Kyrgyzstan has increased almost fivefold – Kasymaliev

During the meeting of the Ministry of Finance board, which took place under the chairmanship of Adylbek Kasymaliev, head of the presidential administration and prime minister, the results of the work for 2025 were summarized. Kasymaliev noted that the Ministry of Finance is concluding 2025 with significant achievements, emphasizing that in recent years, Kyrgyzstan has demonstrated stable economic growth and financial sustainability.

27.01.2026, 15:55

Society

Deputy of the Jogorku Kenesh Opposed "Localized Licenses" for Lawyers

It is proposed to introduce licenses for those who did not pass the qualifying exam The Ministry of Justice has initiated a draft law that proposes the introduction of a new concept called "localized license." This license will be issued to those who were unable to score enough points on the qualifying exam to obtain a lawyer's license. It is expected that such lawyers will be able to work in areas where qualified specialists are absent.

27.01.2026, 15:55

Incidents

GKNB: In the Suzak District, a 12.8-hectare airstrip has been returned to state ownership

- A fact of illegal privatization of important state agricultural property has been discovered, reports the press service of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB). This plot, which was allocated to the Suzak inter-farm association "Plodorodie" in 1978 for the aviation servicing of agricultural lands, was of significant importance for ensuring food security and the development of the country's agricultural sector. However, during the reforms and the collapse of

27.01.2026, 15:53

Society

The Bar Association should operate on a voluntary basis — Chairman of the Bar of Chuy Region

She spoke out about the increase in membership fees without prior discussion At a meeting of the committee of the Jogorku Kenesh on constitutional legislation, local self-government, and regulations, the chairwoman of the territorial bar of Chui region, Aizana Niyazalieva, emphasized that members of the Council of Lawyers and commissions under the bar should work on a voluntary basis, without monetary compensation.

27.01.2026, 15:51

Society

Call Center: Queues at the Meter Replacement Department of "Bishkekgaz" Outraged Subscribers. Video

Several clients of Bishkekgaz contacted the Kaktus.media call center, expressing dissatisfaction with the long queues in the department responsible for replacing gas meters. According to the subscribers, the commission that handles the meter verification works only once a week — on Tuesdays, and only from 1 PM. People who need to replace gas meters (for example, in case of battery discharge or malfunction) start lining up from 8 AM. By 2-3 PM, there are already more than 100 people in line,

27.01.2026, 15:49

Exclusive

GKNB KR: Author of Threatening Messages About Terrorist Attacks in Schools and Kindergartens of Kazarman Village Detained

During the investigative actions, it was revealed that this student, being influenced by internet terrorists, was under psychological pressure and threats, which prompted him to intend to carry out a terrorist act. Currently, the GKNB KR is conducting the necessary investigative actions regarding the detainee to apply measures in accordance with the current legislation of the country.

27.01.2026, 15:46

Health

The Ministry of Health plans to build state laboratories in major cities of the country.

According to the information from the First Deputy Minister of Health Aibek Matkerimov, the establishment of state laboratories will soon begin in major cities. This statement was made during a meeting of the Committee of the Jogorku Kenesh, where the Ministry of Health's strategy for forming a unified laboratory system was discussed. Matkerimov emphasized that the main goal of creating state laboratories is to develop competition in the market, where private institutions often set

27.01.2026, 15:46

Incidents / Exclusive

In Jalal-Abad Region, an 8th Grader Wanted to Carry Out a Terrorist Attack in Schools and Kindergartens

In the Toguz-Torou district of the Jalal-Abad region, an internet terrorist threatening schools and kindergartens has been identified. He turned out to be an 8th-grade student. According to information provided by the State Committee for National Security of the Kyrgyz Republic (GKNB KR), messages about possible terrorist acts allegedly planned in kindergartens and secondary schools in the village of Kazarman were posted under a hidden account on the Facebook page "Kazaraman reklama".

27.01.2026, 15:46

Politics

The Jogorku Kenesh rejected three versions of the new anthem

The presented options do not meet the requirements of a full-fledged anthem Today, a meeting of the Committee on Constitutional Legislation, State Structure, Local Self-Government, and Regulations took place in the Jogorku Kenesh, where the draft of the new text and music of the National Anthem of the Kyrgyz Republic was discussed.

27.01.2026, 15:44

Health / Exclusive

The FOMS named the categories of citizens entitled to preferential medical services.

At the meeting of the committee on labor, health, women's affairs, and social issues, Deputy Sovetbek Rustambek uulu addressed the head of the Mandatory Health Insurance Fund (MHIF) with a request to clarify which categories of citizens can expect preferential medical services. The director of the MHIF, Azamat Mukhanov, reported that this category includes working citizens, pensioners, children, full-time students, military personnel, as well as unemployed individuals registered in the

27.01.2026, 15:44

Society

Call Center: A Traffic Light is Needed, Pedestrians are Not Being Allowed at the Crosswalk

In the Call center Kaktus.media, a local resident reached out to the authorities. She expressed concern about the lack of a traffic light at the intersection of Gagarin and Kupyanskaya streets. She noted: "It has become unsafe to cross the road at the crosswalk. Drivers do not stop to let pedestrians pass, especially at night when people are hard to see. I believe it is necessary to install at least a 'speed bump' so that drivers slow down and allow pedestrians to cross the road

27.01.2026, 15:44

Exclusive

In Kyrgyzstan, 3,472 officials did not submit their declaration for 2024 or submitted it with violations

As a result, it was established that 3,472 officials failed to comply with the requirements for submitting declarations, which is a violation of established legislation. This information was collected as part of an inspection of compliance with the norms for submitting a unified tax declaration, covering income, expenses, liabilities, and property, conducted by the prosecutor's office in 2025.

27.01.2026, 15:39

Exclusive

The economy of Russia will grow by 0.8% in 2026, - IMF

- The Russian economy is expected to grow by 0.8% in 2026, according to the IMF's January report World Economic Outlook. The growth forecast for the economy in 2025 is 0.6%.

27.01.2026, 15:38

Society

The Ministry of Health intends to optimize the work of state laboratories

At a meeting of the committee on labor, health, social issues, and women's affairs of the Jogorku Kenesh, Deputy Minister of Health Aibek Matkerimov reported on the Ministry of Health's plans to optimize the work of state laboratories. This statement was made during the discussion of the bill "On Medical Insurance for Citizens in the Kyrgyz Republic." In response to deputies' questions about the accessibility of state laboratories for the population, Matkerimov

27.01.2026, 15:36

Society

Law on Silence: Housing Committees May Be Allowed to Draft Noise Reports

The Ministry of Internal Affairs of Kyrgyzstan has prepared amendments to the Code of Offenses, as well as to the laws "On the Basics of Crime Prevention" and "On Silence." Deputies discussed this draft law at a meeting of the committee of the Jogorku Kenesh, which deals with issues of law and order and crime prevention. Deputy Minister of Internal Affairs Oktobyr Urmambetov reported that previously, the control over compliance with the silence law was under the Ministry of

27.01.2026, 15:36