India's dangerous "accident"

Plus: Drone footage shows how a Russian convoy is ambushed by Ukrainian forces, Volkswagen reveals its new van. Welcome to the age of the all-electric microbus. Mar 12, 2022 [View in browser]( We live in a world full of conflicts. In addition to the ongoing war between Russia and Ukraine, the relationship between India and Pakistan is not that peaceful, either. To make matters worse, India admitted on Friday that it had accidentally fired a missile into Pakistan. What a deadly mistake, huh? They also announced that the accident happened during routine maintenance due to a "technical malfunction." But before going deep into the series of conflicts around the world, let's shift our focus to another debatable topic about energy and the environment: nuclear. Don’t forget to take a look at the video below. Greetings. I’m Mert, an editor at IE. This is The Blueprint. Let’s get started. [Video]VIDEO OF THE DAY [Could micro nuclear reactors be the future of nuclear energy?]( Let's get down to the micro-level! [Could micro nuclear reactors be the future of nuclear energy?]( CULTURE [India fires a deadly missile into Pakistan. By accident?]( [missile]( Accidents happen and usually, they are no big deal, but what if a missile was fired by mistake? - [According to Reuters]( India revealed on Friday that it had [accidentally fired a missile]( into Pakistan this week due to a "technical malfunction" during [routine maintenance]( explaining what had happened after Pakistan called upon India's charge d'affaires to protest. The incident is bound to make already tense relations even worse between the two nations which have so far fought three wars. "On 9 March 2022, in the course of a routine maintenance, a technical malfunction led to the accidental firing of a missile," the Indian Ministry of Defense said in a statement. "It is learnt that the missile landed in an area of Pakistan. While the incident is deeply regrettable, it is also a matter of relief that there has been no loss of life due to the accident." Pakistan responded by warning India "to be mindful of the unpleasant consequences of such negligence and take effective measures to avoid the recurrence of such violations in future." Luckily, this time around the situation did not escalate into a clash that could end up quite deadly as both nations have nuclear arms. [Read More]( CULTURE [Drone footage shows how a Russian convoy is ambushed by Ukrainian forces]( [Drone footage]( Seven days ago Ukraine [shared a video of their forces]( blasting a Russian helicopter with a missile. - Now, drone footage has surfaced of [Ukrainian forces ambushing]( a Russian armored column. [The clip was released in a tweet]( by the Defense Intelligence of Ukraine. The video lasts 45-seconds and shows a coordinated intelligent attack. An eastern suburb of Kyiv. The ambush took place just outside Brovary, an eastern suburb of Kyiv, in a lightly inhabited area on the E95 road about 22 miles (35km) from the center of Kyiv. The video has a voice-over of what may be a Russian officer reporting the attack to his superiors. “Sixth regiment lost,” the officer says in the video in Russian. “I cannot report about the 6th regiment. I’m collecting data. Lots of losses. They waited for us. The Head of the convoy got into the ambush. Regiment commander killed in action.” He then goes on to speculate that his forces may have been targeted by Turkish Bayraktar drones. [Read More]( TRANSPORTATION [Volkswagen reveals its new van. Welcome to the age of the all-electric microbus]( [ID Buzz]( - Volkswagen revealed a production version of its long-awaited [all-electric microbus ID Buzz]( in Paris, which will go on sale in various European countries in the third quarter of this year, then in late 2023 in the U.S., the German automaker [announced in a press release](. A modern version of Volkswagen’s iconic T1 van. With a style that reminds of Volkswagen’s iconic T1 van, ID Buzz has a 201 bhp, 150-kW electric motor that is expected to have a range of 250 miles. The rear-drive vehicle can reach a maximum speed of 90 miles, using an 82 kWh lithium-ion battery. But Volkswagen will offer other versions with batteries that offer different outputs. ID Buzz will have two versions: a people carrier, and a cargo van; and they will both have bidirectional 170-kW charging, allowing the vehicle to be charged from 5 to 80 percent in 30 minutes. With its bidirectional charging feature, it can also [power household appliances](. Now that’s an impressive multi-purpose vehicle! [Read More]( THINGS WE LOVE - You can use your tech enthusiasm to protect the environment with [wondrous eco-friendly gadgets]( that can take part in all aspects of your life. - We still could not get over the chilly weather! Just say the word and the [top smart heaters out there]( will deliver the heat you deserve for cozy and warm winter days. MAIL & MUSINGS This model reminded us of the carmaker’s vintage T1 van. Do you think this modern adaptation of the iconic Volkswagen vans will be as successful as the original? Be sure you check back tomorrow for the results! [No way. These kinds of vans are not useful today.]( [Definitely! I would like to own one too.]( [Maybe if it wasn't an electric vehicle. The safety of EVs is still not clear.]( [I think it has potential because it looks great for travel.]( Yesterday’s Results Yesterday we asked which out-there space technology would you most like to see come to life first. According to the results, two of the choices have been tight as a tick. While 35% of the participants chose the Dyson spheres, 33% opted for a colossal elevator to space. Dyson spheres. It would solve everything. 35% A colossal elevator to space. Just hold onto your lunch. 33% Stellar engines. Let’s move the sun. 17% A magnetic space train. Some space travelers prefer the train. 15% QUOTE OF THE DAY “ Biological diversity is the key to the maintenance of the world as we know it. ” Edward O. Wilson in “The Diversity of Life” AND ANOTHER THING... - A U.K.-based firm just broke a [world record in nuclear fusion](. Is this the promise of limitless sustainable energy we have been waiting for? - Uber to [add fuel surcharge in the U.S.]( due to the spike in gas prices. (Reuters $) - The U.S. EPA has approved plans to [release billions of genetically modified mosquitoes]( in California and Florida. Should we be afraid? - After Facebook and Twitter, Russia is [cutting off access to Instagram]( now. (Engadget) - Elon Musk and Grimes [have a second baby.]( Any guesses about the name? - California is in a jam with droughts. Officials call upon the [state residents to conserve water.]( (Phys.org) - The Metaverse is seeing a [surge in real estate prices](. Here’s all you need to know about it. Prepared by Loukia Papadopoulos and Mert Erdemir Enjoy reading? Don't forget to forward to a friend! Was this email forwarded to you? [Subscribe]( [About Us]( | [Advertise]( | [Contact Us]( [Facebook]( [Twitter]( [Youtube]( [Linkedin]( [Instagram]( You are receiving this email because you have subscribed to our newsletter. Manage your email preferences or unsubscribe [here.]( © Copyright 2021 | The Blueprint is by Interesting Engineering, Inc. 201 Spear Street, Suite 1100 San Francisco, CA 94105 | All Rights Reserved [Interesting Engineering]