Tuesday, April 21st, 2026
Pakistan Navy tests Taimoor cruise missile in live fire
ISLAMABAD, APR 21: /DNA/ – Pakistan Navy has conducted successful live weapon firing of Taimoor Air-Launched Cruise Missile – an indigenously developed Anti-Ship Weapon System – in a powerful demonstration of precision strike capability and operational readiness. The Air-Launched Cruise Missile executed its mission with exceptional precision, validating Pakistan Navy’s combat capability to detect, target and decisively neutralize enemy sea-based threats at extended ranges. This demonstration by Pakistan Navy marks a pivotal elevation of national defence capability, further strengthening Pakistan Armed Forces’ multi-dimensional coordinated strike posture and capabilities in theRead More
China extends full support to Pakistan
DPM/FM reaffirmed the Pakistan–China All-Weather Strategic Cooperative Partnership, underscored the strength of bilateral ties, and emphasized the importance of sustained high-level exchanges between the two countries Saifullah Ansar ISLAMABAD: Chinese Ambassador to Pakistan Jiang Zaidong called on Deputy Prime Minister/Foreign Minister Senator Ishaq Dar. Discussions focused on latest regional developments. Ambassador Zaidong conveyed China’s full support for and appreciation of Pakistan’s continued efforts to facilitate engagement between U.S. and Iran for sustained peace and stability in the region and beyond. DPM/FM reaffirmed the Pakistan–China All-Weather Strategic Cooperative Partnership, underscored theRead More
Centrum air launches direct Lahore – Tashkent flights
ISLAMABAD, Apr 21 (DNA): Centrum Air, Uzbekistan’s fastest-growing and largest private airline has announced the launch of its new direct service between Lahore and Tashkent, commencing on April 21th, 2026. The route will operate twice weekly, on Tuesdays and Fridays, utilizing modern Airbus A320 aircraft, offering passengers a reliable and efficient connection between Pakistan and Uzbekistan, as well as access to an expanding international network, said a release issued here on Tuesday. Centrum Air is focused on expanding international connectivity and offering competitive, customer-oriented travel solutions across a growing networkRead More