Ankush Banerjee
Consultant
Ankush Banerjee is an award-winning (read: his editor has occasionally attached “well written!” to his articles) writer and journalist for Business Insider India, covering a variety of beats that stretches from science and sustainability and all the way to politics. His degrees in engineering and journalism help quite a bit with day-to-day writing. When he isn’t rabbit-holing himself into unnecessarily extensive research for a random topic he has just learned of, he spends his time annoying his friends with weaponised bits of trivia from the aforementioned topic. Do also stay wary if you find him in the middle of a rant about the state of tea, momos, infrastructure and politics in our country. Reach out to @ankushinscience on X/Twitter or ankush.banerjee964@gmail.com for any inquiries or pitches!
Latest Stories from Ankush Banerjee
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Microsoft has created an AI that they think is "too dangerous" for public release
Microsoft unveils groundbreaking AI speech generator, VALL-E 2, achieving human-like speech accurac…
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People are already becoming romantically and sexually involved with AI — here’s the problem with that
AI romantic companions are revolutionising relationships, blurring lines between human and AI conne…
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10 most famous political assassination attempts in history
Here are 10 of the most famous examples, with added details on the motivations behind each assassi…
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11 wealthiest real estate tycoons in India in 2024!
Take a look at the 11 richest real estate moguls that are shaping our country!
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The next generation of customised space suits may be moulded around astronauts’ genitalia to filter water from urine!
Researchers have unveiled a Dune-inspired spacesuit technology that can purify urine into drinking …
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“They took away my only source of livelihood” — As police impound bike taxis in Bengaluru, captains cry in despair
After Bengaluru auto-rickshaw drivers protested against bike taxis, captains have faced strict and …
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Is the cost of rent finally going down in Bengaluru's IT corridors like Koramangala and Whitefield?
Landlords of prime IT hubs have reportedly become desperate as techies flee prime areas. Is this th…
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World Population Day: 10 countries undergoing the biggest population crises
Here are ten countries with significantly shrinking populations, as per the World Population Review…
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As netizens trend #BoycottJio, can BSNL capitalise to reclaim past glory in new telecom war?
Reliance Jio faces backlash as tariff hikes spark nationwide outrage, leading to calls for mass boy…
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Is intermittent fasting safe? Here are 4 common myths debunked by scientists
Intermittent fasting has surged in popularity as a trendy method to shed pounds without the hassle …
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Here is why some clothes are smellier than others after a workout — and what you can do about it
Sweat is mostly water but also contains oily compounds that bacteria love to munch on, creating tho…
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When a boss is successful, employees are less likely to realise they are also abusive, study finds
Employees who were subjected to abuse by high-performing bosses endured it out of hope for better c…
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10 common Indian food items high in sodium that you must have in moderation!
The average salt consumption of Indians is significantly higher than the recommended daily intake o…
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Here is how much some of India’s richest temples earn every year!
India is home to some of the wealthiest and culturally significant temples in the world, revered by…
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Talc, found in baby powder and cosmetics, is “probably” cancer-causing, says WHO agency
Talc is a naturally occurring mineral widely used in talcum powder, baby powder, and cosmetics. Rec…
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Smoking is literally making you dumber as you age — but some lifestyle habits could help
The study found that smoking was linked to a significantly faster cognitive decline. In fact, cogni…
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Samantha Ruth Prabhu faces heavy backlash after recommending hydrogen peroxide inhalation to cure viral fever
Dr Philips aka The Liver Doctor did not hold back in his condemnation, calling Prabhu a “health and…
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UK General Elections: Here are 10 of the most unusual candidates who ran for power
Here are ten of the most popular unusual contenders, from AI-generated candidates to intergalactic …
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Walking just half an hour every day, five days a week may be enough to relieve chronic lower back pain, study finds!
Chronic back pain is a debilitating condition affecting millions, but recent scientific research ha…
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Swami Vivekananda death anniversary: Did you know the mystical aspects around Swami’s death?
The circumstances of Swami Vivekananda’s death have fueled various speculations and mystical interp…
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Have a cat that loves to scratch everything? Here's what science says you should do!
Scratching is a natural and essential behaviour for cats, but can quickly strain the relationship b…
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Here are 8 notable Indian mathematicians who changed the world!
Tap to learn about eight of these brilliant minds and their notable achievements in the world of ma…
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Brace yourself, Bengaluru! Traffic could get a whole lot worse as BBMP announces major roadwork in many key areas
The Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike (BBMP) has embarked on an ambitious project to white-top 150…
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Hathras Stampede: Why are so many people dying at a religious event in Uttar Pradesh?
On Tuesday, a large crowd had gathered for a religious event, known as a Satsang. As per reports, o…
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After humans, ants are now the only species found performing life-saving surgery on others of their species!
In a fascinating turn of events, scientists have documented that Florida carpenter ants engage in s…