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Society

Attention! On the night of January 6, most ATMs and cards will temporarily stop working.

From 01:00 to 03:00 on the night of January 6, a number of payment and banking services will be unavailable to users, according to information from MPC. During this period, the following services will be unavailable: operations with "Elkart", VISA, UPI, and MasterCard cards processed by JSC "MPC" (including online payments, cash withdrawals, and payments); ATMs and POS terminals; services and operations in the "Elkart Mobile" app. Citizens are asked to plan their

05.01.2026, 21:59
Politics

Footage of Kamchybek Tashiev in Mecca during the circumambulation of the Kaaba has surfaced online.

A video has appeared on social media showing the head of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB) Kamchybek Tashiev performing Umrah in Mecca. The footage shows him performing Tawaf — circling the Kaaba while carrying a small boy on his shoulders, presumably his grandson. It is worth noting that several Kyrgyz officials are currently in Mecca for the minor pilgrimage. Among them, in addition to Tashiev, are the Ambassador of Kyrgyzstan to Saudi Arabia Ulukbek Maripov, the head of the

05.01.2026, 21:44
"Manchester United" has dismissed Ruben Amorim
Sports

"Manchester United" has dismissed Ruben Amorim

"Manchester United" has announced the dismissal of Ruben Amorim, who held the position of head coach for 14 months. This decision was made against the backdrop of the team's unstable results and came the day after a draw with "Leeds United" (1:1), after which the Portuguese specialist made emotional statements about his future.

05.01.2026, 21:27
Society

"Emotional Swings". Reforms, Scandals, and Year-End Results in School Education

While the long school holidays continue, Kaktus.media reflects on the events in the education system over the past year. So, many significant changes occurred in 2025. Ministry ReformThe Ministry of Education and Science was divided into two separate structures: the Ministry of Enlightenment and the Ministry of Science, Higher Education, and Innovation. 12-Year Education SystemOne of the most significant reforms this year was the transition to a 12-year school education. Six-year-old children

05.01.2026, 21:16
1,100 Meters of Synthetic Nets Removed from Issyk-Kul
Society

1,100 Meters of Synthetic Nets Removed from Issyk-Kul

On January 4, a raid was conducted in the Issyk-Kul region organized by the regional administration, the Environmental and Technical Supervision Service, and the tourist police. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision of Kyrgyzstan. During the operation, 1,100 meters of old synthetic nets made in China were extracted from the lake.

05.01.2026, 20:17
Society

Frames from Mecca. Kamchybek Tashiev during the pilgrimage

Recently, a video was published on social media showing Kamchybek Tashiev, the head of the State Committee for National Security, performing Umrah in Mecca. The footage shows him performing Tawaf — the ritual circumambulation around the Kaaba, with a small boy, presumably his grandson, sitting on his shoulders. Tashiev is dressed in Ihram — the traditional clothing intended for pilgrimage. Among those present in the video, you can also see Kanibek Tumanbaev, the head of the president's

05.01.2026, 20:01
Society

The city of Osh has been transferred 2 state-owned facilities.

On December 23, 2025, the deputies of the Osh City Kenesh approved the transfer of two state-owned properties to the municipal ownership of the city of Osh. According to the text of the resolution, based on Article 34 of the law "On Local State Administration and Local Self-Government Bodies" and Article 6 of the law "On Municipal Property," the deputies considered the proposal from the Osh Mayor's Office regarding the transfer of these properties. The decision of the

05.01.2026, 19:57
Education

Construction of two schools has begun in the southern zone of Bishkek, - vice-mayor

In Bishkek, the construction of two educational institutions has begun: one of them is a Russian school, while the second is being built under the Ministry of Construction. This was reported on December 26 at an extraordinary meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh Committee on Industrial Policy, Transport, Fuel and Energy Complex, Architecture, and Construction by the vice-mayor of the capital, Azamat Kadyrov. He noted that work has already started above the southern highway.

05.01.2026, 19:55
Society

Ski Resorts of Chui Region Patrolled by 200 Police Officers

Currently, ski resorts are open for visitors in the Chuy region, including "Chunkurchak," "Orlovka," "ZiL," "Nooruz," "Kashka-Suu," "Too-Ashuu," "Suusamyr," and "Taatyr." According to information from the press service of the regional police department, more than 200 police officers are actively working this season to ensure the safety of vacationers at winter resorts, prevent offenses, and ensure road safety.

05.01.2026, 19:33
Incidents

In the Jalal-Abad region, a soldier committed suicide. Comment from the State Penitentiary Service.

On January 5, a tragedy occurred in the Bazar-Korgon district when a serviceman took his own life. The press service of the State Penitentiary Service of the Kyrgyz Republic confirmed this information. According to reports from the agency, the incident took place in the afternoon. The young man, A. A. N., born in 2007, was serving his mandatory military service in the fifth security battalion located in the village of Bai-Munduz. At that moment, he was on duty at correctional facility No. 10 of

05.01.2026, 19:27
Exclusive

In Kyrgyzstan, the volume of passenger transportation increased by 4.1% over 11 months, reaching 603.5 million

According to statistics, from January to November 2025, a total of 603 million 512.8 thousand passengers were transported by all modes of transport in Kyrgyzstan. This is an increase of 4.1% compared to the same period in 2024, when the number of passengers was 579 million 687.7 thousand people. The highest number of passengers was recorded in the capital of the country, Bishkek, where 377 million 735.2 thousand people were transported. For comparison, in 2024 this figure was 367 million 643.5

05.01.2026, 19:27
A conscript serviceman died at his post in IK No. 10
Society

A conscript serviceman died at his post in IK No. 10

In correctional facility No. 10, located in the village of Bai-Munduz in the Bazar-Korgon district of the Jalal-Abad region, a serviceman born in 2007 tragically died. He was part of the 5th Guard Battalion of the Department of Security and Convoy of the State Penitentiary Service.

05.01.2026, 19:27
Society

Drank Alcohol. Case Materials of the Former Inspector Sent to Court

In Bishkek, the press service of the Patrol Police Department commented on a recently surfaced video on social media, which captured serious violations of public order. The footage shows a municipal inspector, dressed in uniform, consuming alcoholic beverages and urinating in public. In response, police officers conducted operational actions, during which citizens K.U.B. and I.R.B., both born in 1975, were detained and taken to the Lenin District Internal Affairs Department for further

05.01.2026, 19:24
Incidents

Suicide of a soldier in the Jalal-Abad region. Details from the GSIN

The press service of the State Penitentiary Service (GSIN) provided information about the death of a soldier in the Jalal-Abad region, as reported by 24.kg in its coverage. According to the report, the incident occurred today at around 15:25. The young serviceman, A.A.N., born in 2007, was serving his mandatory military service in the 5th security battalion located in the village of Bai-Munduz in the Bazar-Korgon district. While on duty at correctional facility No. 10 of the GSIN, he, for

05.01.2026, 19:13
Incidents

In IK-10 of Jalal-Abad Region, an 18-year-old soldier shot himself

In correctional facility No. 10, located in the village of Bai-Munduz in the Bazar-Korgon district of the Jalal-Abad region, a tragic incident occurred: a conscript soldier A.A.N., born in 2007, lost his life while performing his official duties in the 5th guard battalion of the Department of Protection and Convoying of the State Penitentiary Service. According to the press service of the SPS, the incident took place on January 5 at around 15:25 at the security post. Preliminary findings

05.01.2026, 19:00
Sales of the Nike suit surged sharply after a photo of detained Maduro in similar clothing
Politics

Sales of the Nike suit surged sharply after a photo of detained Maduro in similar clothing

Immediately after the appearance of a photo of Nicolás Maduro, arrested in a gray Nike Tech Fleece tracksuit, the demand for this item sharply increased. This outfit unexpectedly became a fashion trend at the beginning of the year, reports Tengri Life. The Nike Tech Fleece suit. It all started with a post by Donald Trump on the social network Truth Social. In the photo taken shortly after Maduro's arrest on January 3, he is depicted in handcuffs, with a tight black blindfold over his eyes

05.01.2026, 18:54
Incidents

Former municipal inspector fined 5500 soms

A recent video that went viral on social media captured two men drinking alcoholic beverages and urinating at the intersection of Sadyrbaev and Southern Highway in Bishkek, right in the parking area. According to information provided by the Internal Affairs Department of the Lenin District, this incident was recorded in the automated information system of the Housing and Utility Inspection (ZUI). As a result, police officers brought two individuals to the department, identified as B.K. and

05.01.2026, 18:41
Media: Trump Did Not Support Machado Because She Did Not Give Him the Nobel Peace Prize
Politics

Media: Trump Did Not Support Machado Because She Did Not Give Him the Nobel Peace Prize

Donald Trump refused to support Maria Corina Machado, the leader of the Venezuelan opposition, because she did not agree to concede her Nobel Peace Prize to him. This was reported by The Washington Post, citing sources close to the U.S. president's administration. One of the sources noted that although Machado dedicated her award to Trump, her decision to accept the prize became "the greatest sin." "If she had said, 'I cannot accept this award because it belongs to

05.01.2026, 18:38