Incidents

In Bishkek, a drug dealer was detained near the BCHK.

On January 8, the press service of the Bishkek City Police Department reported the detention of a suspect in drug trafficking. Information about the illegal activity was received by the Drug Control Service on January 7. It was reported that drug sales were taking place in the Pervomaisky district of the city.

09.01.2026, 10:23
Ecology

In the Uzgen District, 5 men were fined for violating fishing regulations

On January 5, a raid was conducted by inspectors from the Osh Regional Department of the Ecological and Technical Supervision Service in the Uzgen District, aimed at monitoring compliance with fishing regulations. According to the Ecological and Technical Supervision Service, as a result of the raid, five men were found to have violated amateur fishing rules. As a result, the offenders were fined a total of 5,000 soms in accordance with Article 266 of the Code of Offenses (Violation of Fishing

09.01.2026, 10:09
Incidents

A Drunk Driver Without a License Detected in Bishkek

In Bishkek, the employees of the UPSM identified a driver operating a vehicle while under the influence of alcohol, as reported in the agency's press release. During the raid, the patrol stopped the vehicle and, suspecting the driver of being intoxicated, conducted a check. It turned out that he did not have a driver's license.

09.01.2026, 10:08
The classic four seasons no longer exist in the world, scientists say
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The classic four seasons no longer exist in the world, scientists say

For their research, scientists analyzed satellite monitoring data over 20 years, which tracked the reflection of infrared light by vegetation throughout the year. This allowed them to create a unique and detailed map of seasonal growth rhythms of plants around the world, enabling a new perspective on the "natural calendar." Main findings: the absence of universal seasons

09.01.2026, 09:55
Ecology

Illegal hunting, fishing, and burning of dry grass. The Environmental Supervision Service conducted raids in the Osh region.

On January 6, specialists from the Osh Regional Administration and the Biodiversity Department of the Ecological Supervision Service, as well as employees of the "Bars-2" NABU group, conducted raids in three districts of the Osh region: Kara-Suu, Alai, and Uzgen. According to the ecological supervision data, during the inspections, fines were imposed on three men for violating fishing regulations, with the total amount of fines reaching 3,000 soms, in accordance with Article 266 of

09.01.2026, 09:54
Incidents

Broken rib, abrasions. Man detained on suspicion of beating his wife.

In the Chui region, a man has been detained on suspicion of committing acts of violence against his wife. According to data provided by the Main Department of Internal Affairs of the region, a woman named A. Z., born in 1995, reported to the Internal Affairs Department of the Issyk-Ata district. She stated that on January 7, as a result of a conflict in their home in the village of Ivanovka, her husband A. E., born in 1993, inflicted bodily harm on her.

09.01.2026, 09:54
Incidents

Drunk Driver Tried to Jump Out of Moving Car and Got into a Scuffle with Police. He Had Previously Caused an Accident.

On January 9, the press service of the Main Internal Affairs Directorate of Chui Region reported the detention of a suspect for hooliganism. The incident occurred on the night of January 7 in Shopokov during the "Wheel" raid. Officers of the Traffic Police of Chui Region stopped a BMW X5 vehicle in the area of the Novostroyka residential area. During the document check, the driver raised suspicions of being in a state of alcohol intoxication, which led to the decision to take him to

09.01.2026, 09:51
Internal Protest: Iran's Opponents Seek a Reason to Intervene in Its Affairs
Politics

Internal Protest: Iran's Opponents Seek a Reason to Intervene in Its Affairs

In recent days, there has been a sharp escalation of protest sentiments in Iran. According to experts, there is a high likelihood that Israel and the United States will attempt to exploit ethnic divisions within the country, aiming to corner the Iranian authorities. This could lead to a harsh crackdown on protests, creating conditions for external intervention. On January 6 and 7, the protests shifted from central regions to the outskirts, to areas inhabited by ethnic minorities. Some media

09.01.2026, 09:50
The President of France stated that "the USA is gradually turning away from its allies"
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The President of France stated that "the USA is gradually turning away from its allies"

Recently, U.S. President Donald Trump, with irony, commented on his French counterpart Emmanuel Macron, claiming that he allegedly agreed to a significant increase in drug prices under his pressure. In response, on Thursday, Macron criticized, stating that the United States is "moving away from international norms" and beginning to "turn away" from its traditional allies, according to Euronews.

09.01.2026, 09:40
In Iran, Internet Completely Shut Down Amid Mass Protests
World

In Iran, Internet Completely Shut Down Amid Mass Protests

Security forces are using tear gas against protesters, eyewitnesses report, according to the dpa agency. In Tehran, activists are posting videos of burning police cars. Protests have also spread to other major cities, including Mashhad and Kermanshah. According to the British organization NetBlocks, Iranian authorities have imposed strict restrictions on internet access, leading to a "practically complete nationwide internet blackout." IT company Cloudflare reports that on January 8,

09.01.2026, 09:27
"The Lipstick Effect," or Why Cafes and Restaurants in Bishkek Are Full of Visitors
Society

"The Lipstick Effect," or Why Cafes and Restaurants in Bishkek Are Full of Visitors

When it comes to the challenging economic situation in Kyrgyzstan, some officials like to ask the question: if things are so bad, then why are there traffic jams in Bishkek and no free tables in cafes and restaurants? Perhaps the answer can be found in the theory of the "lipstick effect," proposed by American scholar Juliet Schor. What is the "Lipstick Effect"? The hypothesis in sociology known as the Lipstick Effect claims that in conditions of declining income, the

09.01.2026, 09:26
Cargoes violating the phytosanitary requirements of the EAEU will not be allowed in Kyrgyzstan
Economy

Cargoes violating the phytosanitary requirements of the EAEU will not be allowed in Kyrgyzstan

Maksat Kocherov, the director of the Department of Chemicalization, Plant Protection, and Quarantine of the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry of Kyrgyzstan, conducted an unscheduled inspection at the phytosanitary control points "Ak-Tilek" and "Kant," which are located near the Kyrgyz-Kazakh border. This was reported by the ministry's press service. Photo from the press service of the Ministry of Agriculture During the inspection,

09.01.2026, 09:11
In eastern Tajikistan, a 6.5 magnitude earthquake was recorded at night
World

In eastern Tajikistan, a 6.5 magnitude earthquake was recorded at night

According to the information from the Institute of Seismology of the National Academy of Sciences of the Kyrgyz Republic, the epicenter of the earthquake was located 223 km southeast of the city of Osh in Kyrgyzstan. The intensity of the earthquake was assessed at 3 points in the southern regions of Kyrgyzstan.

09.01.2026, 09:06
A new traffic light with laser illumination has been installed in Bishkek
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A new traffic light with laser illumination has been installed in Bishkek

At the intersection of Kurmanjan Datka and Frunze streets in Bishkek, a new traffic light with laser illumination for the pedestrian crossing has been installed. This device is the result of the work of the municipal enterprise "City Road Transport Infrastructure," as reported by the city administration. Thanks to the laser illumination, the visibility of pedestrians for drivers is significantly improved, especially in adverse weather conditions such as fog or rain. This innovation

09.01.2026, 09:02
Economy

From Priamurye in 2025, approximately 636 thousand tons of grain were exported to Kyrgyzstan and several other countries

- In 2025, the Rosselkhoznadzor began the seizure of three plots of land totaling 33 hectares in the Amur region and Yakutia, which were not used for agricultural purposes. This information was announced by representatives of the Rosselkhoznadzor. Several administrative cases were initiated against landowners in the Amur region, resulting in fines totaling over 635 thousand rubles, as well as the recovery of 2.1 million rubles in damages both voluntarily and through court decisions.

09.01.2026, 08:49