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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How will the Kannadiga reservation bill affect working professionals in Bengaluru?
The Bill aims to prioritise Kannadigas' employment in both private and public sectors in Karnataka.…
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Why is a music festival causing controversy in Goa?
The Sunburn festival, scheduled in South Goa in December 2024, sees opposition over relocation, tic…
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Mumbai job frenzy: 25,000 applicants show up for job interview with Rs 20,000 salary, cause stampede-like situation
Chaos erupts as 25,000 job seekers swarm Mumbai for 2,216 handyman positions, showcasing fierce com…
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Time for a govt job? Karnataka announces impressive 27% pay hike for state employees
Karnataka cabinet approves 27.5% salary hike for seven lakh state employees, surpassing India Inc.'…
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Paris Olympics 2024: What are the new sports this year?
The Paris 2024 Olympics will feature exciting new sports and events, continuing the tradition of in…
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Newly discovered Moon caves could shelter astronauts as they set up lunar bases!
Scientists discover vast underground cave on the moon, offering potential for lunar base and human …
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Why are so many Indians renouncing their citizenship from Delhi, Punjab, and Gujarat?
There has been a recent surge of Indian citizens renouncing their citizenship. What factors have le…
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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 …