A Short History of the Cowboy Hat The cowboy hat dates back to the late 1800s, when ranchers across the American West needed tough, practical headwear. Its wide brim shielded them from the harsh sun, tall crowns provided airflow, and sturdy felt stood up to wind and rain. In 1865, John B. Stetson changed the game with the launch of the “Boss of the Plains.” Light, strong,...

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has once again underlined the central role of drones in modern warfare and national security. Speaking at the launch of a state-of-the-art drone and defence manufacturing unit in Gautam Buddha Nagar, Singh noted that drones are no longer optional assets—they are essential tools in India’s evolving defence playbook. According to him, future conflicts...