The Pioneer (India)

The Pioneer is an English daily newspaper based in India, with editions printed in various cities, including Delhi. It holds the distinction of being the second oldest English newspaper still being published in the country, following The Times of India. In 2010, The Pioneer expanded its reach by introducing a Hindi version in Lucknow.

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Army’s valor echoes in Rawalpindi: Raksha Mantri

3 days ago | dailypioneer.com | Biswajeet Banerjee

In a powerful message to terror networks and their backers, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Sunday said that India’s military response has shaken the very heart of Pakistan.
Man open fires at two for fat- shaming in UP

3 days ago | dailypioneer.com | Biswajeet Banerjee

What began as a community feast ended in gunfire in Uttar Pradesh’s Gorakhpur district, after a man allegedly opened fire on two individuals who had mocked his weight, calling him “motu” — a common Hindi slang word for “fat”. Police arrested the accused a day after the incident, which has sparked conversations around the everyday cruelty of fat-shaming in social settings. The incident took place on Thursday when Arjun Chauhan had gone with his uncle to attend a local feast, said police.
Locals in UP shower flower petals at Indian army convoy

4 days ago | dailypioneer.com | Biswajeet Banerjee

In a powerful display of national pride and unity, a group of Indian Army soldiers received a heartwarming and emotional send-off from local residents and staff at a roadside eatery in the Garh region of Uttar Pradesh on Saturday morning. The soldiers, who were travelling from Bareilly towards the northern border as part of their deployment, had briefly halted for a meal, unaware that their short break would turn into a spontaneous celebration of patriotism.
The Power of choice and faith

5 days ago | dailypioneer.com | Barbara O’Neill

My journey into the world of mental health began early, shaped by personal experience and a natural call to care. I was just 18 or 19 when I found myself taking care of my mother, who was wheelchair-bound. At the same time, I was studying psychology at night, and it quickly became clear that nursing — especially psychiatric nursing — was where my heart belonged. Even while enjoying the life of a young adult, I was deeply curious: What causes mental illness? What pushes a person to the edge?
Muslims across UP condemn Pakistan, back Indian Army

5 days ago | dailypioneer.com | Biswajeet Banerjee

The first Friday namaz after the launch of Operation Sindoor witnessed an outpouring of patriotism from the Muslim community across Uttar Pradesh. From Lucknow to Varanasi and Sambhal, worshippers condemned Pakistan’s aggression and raised slogans in support of the Indian Army and Prime Minister Narendra Modi. In a significant development reflecting national solidarity, large gatherings at mosques turned into scenes of protest against Pakistan.
Akhilesh Yadav dons Rajput symbolism

5 days ago | dailypioneer.com | Biswajeet Banerjee

In a calculated political move to reclaim cultural icons and widen his support base, Samajwadi Party (SP) president Akhilesh Yadav on Friday made a bold outreach to the Rajput community by donning the traditional Mewari Safa and demanding a two-day public holiday on the birth anniversary of Maharana Pratap. The gesture, made during a press conference at SP headquarters in Lucknow, came amidst backlash over controversial remarks by a senior SP leader against Rajput king Rana Sanga.
Bookings slump on Jammu-bound trains amid tensions on border

5 days ago | dailypioneer.com | Biswajeet Banerjee

At a time when trains to the north are typically packed beyond capacity, the Jammu-bound trains from Lucknow are now running with hundreds of vacant seats. This rare development during the summer rush is being attributed to rising tension along the India-Pakistan border following Operation Sindoor. What once was a travel route with lengthy waiting lists now tells a story of growing unease and uncertainty. Railway data accessed by this reporter reveals a stunning drop in bookings.
Akhilesh Yadav backs Centre on terrorism

6 days ago | dailypioneer.com | Biswajeet Banerjee

Samajwadi Party (SP) National President Akhilesh Yadav on Thursday extended unequivocal support to the Government of India and the armed forces in their fight against terrorism, emphasising that national security should be above politics. “We are with the Government of India and our army in the fight against terrorism. Terrorism must be eradicated. Whatever policy the Government adopts to eliminate terrorism, we will support it,” Yadav said while speaking to reporters.
Shubham Dwivedi’s wife thanks PM Modi for retaliation

1 week ago | dailypioneer.com | Biswajeet Banerjee

Aishwarya Dwivedi, wife of martyr Shubham Dwivedi, who was killed in the recent terrorist attack in Pahalgam, has expressed deep gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi following the Indian Army’s powerful retaliatory airstrikes on nine terror camps across the border in Pakistan as part of Operation Sindoor. In an emotional statement, Aishwarya said, “I am deeply thankful to Prime Minister Modi. He has avenged the death of my husband.
UP Cabinet approves power deal to cut costs, ensure reliable supply

1 week ago | dailypioneer.com | Biswajeet Banerjee

The Uttar Pradesh Cabinet on Tuesday approved the procurement of 1,500 MW of electricity from a 1,600 MW thermal power project under a 25-year agreement using the DBFOO (Design, Build, Finance, Own, Operate) model. The project is expected to be operational by the financial year 2030–31. Awarded to the lowest bidder at a competitive tariff of `5.38 per unit, the power purchase deal is set to deliver significant savings — around `2,958 crore —for the state-owned UP Power Corporation Limited (UPPCL).