Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen has built a reputation as one of the NFL’s most dominant player, but his success off the field is just as visible – especially when it comes to what’s parked in his garage. From rugged trucks built for harsh Buffalo winters to high-end luxury and speed machines, Allen’s car collection reflects both his personality and his journey from small-town roots to NFL superstardom.Allen’s rise in the NFL has been matched by a major financial leap. After signing a six-year, $258 million contract extension with the Bills in 2021, the quarterback gained the freedom to indulge in his love for powerful vehicles. Yet, his choices suggest balance rather than excess. Many of Allen’s cars are built for utility and durability, fitting for a quarterback who plays in one of the league’s coldest markets.

What does Josh Allen drive?

One of the cars of his garage is the Jeep Grand Wagoneer, a full-size SUV powered by a twin-turbo V8 engine. With all-wheel drive and a spacious, luxury-filled interior, it’s a practical choice for Buffalo winters while still offering premium comfort.

Allen has never hidden his appreciation for trucks, a nod to his upbringing in Firebaugh, California. His Ford F-150 Raptor, customized in an all-black finish, stands out as one of the most rugged vehicles he owns. Equipped with a powerful V8 engine and impressive ground clearance, the Raptor is built for tough terrain and poor weather, ideal for Western New York conditions.Adding to the SUV-heavy lineup is the Range Rover Sport, which blends performance, off-road ability, and luxury. With a refined interior and strong engine options, the Range Rover offers Allen a smoother, more polished driving experience without sacrificing strength.Allen’s garage also features vehicles that lean more toward style and speed. The Mercedes-Benz G-Wagon, known for its boxy design and elite status, brings both luxury and brute force. Its V8 engine and plush interior make it a favorite among elite athletes, and Allen is no exception.For pure American muscle, Allen owns a Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat. With nearly 800 horsepower under the hood, the Hellcat is the most aggressive car in his collection, designed for straight-line speed and raw performance.Rounding out the collection is Allen’s most exotic ride, the Aston Martin Vantage. Sleek, fast, and unmistakably premium, the Vantage represents Allen’s taste for high-end performance cars. Capable of accelerating from 0–60 mph in just over three seconds, it’s a clear departure from his trucks and SUVs, offering a glimpse into his appreciation for refined speed.Josh Allen’s car collection isn’t about flash alone. It mirrors his journey grounded, powerful, and versatile. Also Read: Aaron Rodgers’ dating history: Everyone the NFL star has been linked with

NEW DELHI: Scenes of unfiltered joy swept through Jammu and Kashmir’s Baramulla district on Tuesday evening after local cricketer Auqib Nabi Dar sealed a life-changing Rs 8.40 crore deal with Delhi Capitals at the IPL auction. What followed was a celebration that quickly spilled from his home into the streets — and onto social media.Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW!Videos of jubilant scenes outside Nabi’s residence in Sheeri town, north Kashmir, went viral within minutes of the announcement. Locals gathered in large numbers, beating dhols, dancing and chanting as the usually quiet neighbourhood turned into a festive arena. Mobile phone flashlights lit up the celebrations as friends, neighbours and well-wishers poured in to share the moment with the family.

As word of Nabi’s selection spread, the Dar household became the epicentre of the celebrations. Family members distributed sweets, offered prayers and embraced visitors, many of whom described the moment as one of collective pride for the entire region. The atmosphere was charged with emotion — a mix of relief, disbelief and sheer happiness after years of struggle and perseverance.“I thank God that I have lived to see this day,” said his father, Ghulam Nabi, a schoolteacher. “His selection is the result of his hard work. I am extremely happy, beyond words. It is only God’s blessings and Aqib’s dedication that have brought him here.” He also urged young people to balance sports with education and to stay away from negative influences.Friends and relatives echoed similar sentiments, pointing to Nabi’s discipline and resilience. “It is a moment of immense happiness for all of us. Celebrations are going on everywhere,” said Sajad-ul-Bashir, a relative. “He has always been a hard worker, and today sports has brought recognition to Sheeri and north Kashmir.”Nabi’s breakthrough has been built on consistent performances in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy and the Ranji Trophy this season, earning him recognition as one of Jammu and Kashmir’s most reliable fast bowlers.The moment also drew praise from the political leadership. Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah congratulated Nabi in a post on X, calling the achievement a reward for years of hard work. An avid cricket fan, Abdullah added that he would now be cheering for Delhi Capitals in the upcoming IPL season.

On December 18, 2025, at the Melbourne Cricket Ground, Melbourne Stars chased down Hobart Hurricanes’ total of 158/9 with 8 wickets in hand and 24 balls to spare, securing a comfortable victory. Despite a strong individual performance from Ben McDermott (69), the Hurricanes’ batting faltered, while the Stars’ chase was led by a brilliant partnership between Marcus Stoinis and Campbell Kellaway, ensuring the Stars reached their target with ease.

Hobart Hurricanes’ batting woes lead to low total

Opting to bat first, the Hurricanes struggled to build partnerships and were restricted to 158/9 in their 20 overs. McDermott was the only batter who provided some resistance, scoring a well-made 69 off 52 balls, including 5 fours and 2 sixes. However, the rest of the batting order crumbled under pressure, with Tim David (31) and Matthew Wade (11) failing to convert starts. The Stars’ bowlers were disciplined throughout, with Peter Siddle leading the charge, taking 3 wickets for 30 runs and effectively breaking the momentum in the middle overs. Stoinis and Glenn Maxwell also contributed, keeping the run rate under control and preventing the Hurricanes from accelerating in the latter stages.

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Melbourne Stars’ steady chase with Marcus Stoinis and Campbell Kellaway at the helm

In response, the Stars began their chase solidly, with Thomas Rogers (30) and Joe Clarke (20) getting them off to a decent start. However, it was the pair of Stoinis and Kellaway that truly took charge. Stoinis, in particular, played an explosive knock of 62 off 31 balls*, smashing 7 fours and 2 sixes. Kellaway supported him well, finishing on 41 off 27 balls*. Together, they constructed a match-winning partnership, taking the Stars to their target of 159 with 24 balls remaining, and 8 wickets in hand. The Hurricanes’ bowlers struggled to break the partnership, and the Stars reached the target easily, with Stoinis and Kellaway finishing the job in style.

A comprehensive win for the Stars as they chase down 159 with ease in 16 overs 👏#BBL2025 #MelbourneStars pic.twitter.com/OToKcLQISD

— CricketTimes.com (@CricketTimesHQ) December 18, 2025

All-round brilliance from Marcus Stoinis ✨💥#MarnusStoinis #BBL2025 pic.twitter.com/QyDdNOz34I

— CricketTimes.com (@CricketTimesHQ) December 18, 2025

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A leading Pakistani international kabaddi player, Ubaidullah Rajput, is staring at possible disciplinary action after his participation in a private tournament in Bahrain triggered a major controversy back home. The issue surfaced after images and videos of Rajput wearing an Indian jersey and waving the Indian flag during the GCC Cup on December 16 began circulating widely on social media. His appearance for a team labelled as India in the tournament immediately drew criticism and attention from officials in Pakistan.Also Watch:

Pakistan Kabaddi Federation secretary Rana Sarwar confirmed that an emergency meeting of the federation has been scheduled for December 27 to review the matter and decide on action against Rajput and several other players involved. Sarwar clarified that the event in Bahrain was a privately organised competition, where teams were named after countries such as India, Pakistan, Canada and Iran by the organisers. However, he stressed that each team was expected to comprise players from its own country. “I can confirm it was a private event with private teams formed under the names of India, Pakistan, Canada, Iran etc by the organisers. But all the teams had players of their own origin. Indian players represented the Indian private side and Ubaidullah played for them, which is unacceptable in these circumstances,” Sarwar said. He further revealed that 16 Pakistani players had travelled to Bahrain in their personal capacity without seeking approval from either the Pakistan Kabaddi Federation or the Pakistan Sports Board. “As a result, action will also be taken against these players for falsely playing under the name of the Pakistan team,” he added. Rajput, meanwhile, has issued a public apology and offered his explanation for the incident. He stated that he was invited to take part in the tournament and was selected for a private team, without initially being informed that the side would be presented as the Indian team. “I did not know until later that they had named the side as the Indian team, and I told the organisers not to use the names of India and Pakistan,” Rajput said. He also pointed out that in previous private competitions, Indian and Pakistani players have featured together in mixed teams, but never under national team identities. “I was not under the impression until I found out later that I was misrepresented as playing for the Indian team, which I can’t think of doing, especially after the conflict,” he added. The federation is now set to deliberate on the matter, with Rajput’s future participation hanging in the balance as officials weigh the circumstances surrounding his involvement in the Bahrain event.

Manikrao Kokate (File photo)

NEW DELHI: Maharashtra Cabinet minister Manikrao Kokate on Thursday submitted his resignation to deputy chief minister Ajit Pawar, a day after he was divested of all his ministerial portfolios.Kokate lost all his portfolio after a Nashik court issued warrants for his and his brother Vijay’s arrest in a 1995 EWS housing quota cheating case. Kokate has been sentenced to two years of rigorous imprisonment for securing two flats in 1995 under the state’s 10 per cent economically weaker sections (EWS) quota by understating their income.Pawar said the ex-minister’s resignation has been accepted in principle and has been forwarded to chief minister Devendra Fadnavis for due consideration and acceptance.“In keeping with our party’s long-standing philosophy that the rule of law is supreme and above all individuals, the resignation has been accepted in principle. I have forwarded Shri Kokate’s resignation to the Hon’ble CM for due consideration and acceptance, in accordance with constitutional procedure,” Ajit Pawar wrote on X.Meanwhile, Maharashtra governor Acharya Devvrat has allotted the Sports and Youth Affairs, Minority Affairs, and Waqf ministries, previously held by Manikrao Kokate, to Ajit Pawar. The governor approved the letter sent by Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis in this regard yesterday.Kokate, who is the MLA from Sinnar, is the second NCP politician after Dhananjay Munde to have faced action since the Mahayuti alliance formed government in November 2024. Munde had to step down in March after the CM called for his resignation over allegations linking his associate Valmik Karad to the murder of Massajog sarpanch Santosh Deshmukh.While Nashik commissioner of police Sandeep Karnik said they had received a non-bailable warrant against Kokate and his brother, Bombay high court has posted the hearing of the minister’s application for relief on Friday. Kokate got admitted to Mumbai’s Leelavati Hospital on Wednesday.Earlier, a section of NCP functionaries demanded that Kokate should resign, and even the opposition said merely divesting him of portfolios was not enough, and he should be disqualified with immediate effect.The court of additional chief judicial magistrate Rupali C Narwadiya in Nashik rejected Kokate’s application citing medical grounds to seek four days to surrender and issued the arrest warrants.

Gold prices edged lower on Thursday, with the February contract slipping Rs 580, or 0.43%, to Rs 1,34,314 per 10 grams, as weak global cues weighed on precious metals, analysts said. In overseas markets, Comex gold futures for February delivery declined by $12.6, or 0.29%, to $4,361.3 per ounce, while silver futures for March 2026 delivery slid $1.18, or 1.76% , to $65.72 per ounce.

Here how much gold costs in your city today:

Gold rate in Delhi today

In the national capital, 22K gold is currently priced at Rs 12,375 per gram, while 24K gold is selling at Rs 13,499 per gram.

Gold rate in Mumbai today

Mumbai is seeing 22K gold at Rs 12,360 per gram, and 24K gold available at Rs 13,484 per gram.

Gold rate in Bengaluru today

Bengaluru markets list 22K gold at Rs 12,360 per gram, whereas 24K gold is priced at Rs 13,484 per gram.

Gold rate in Chennai today

Chennai continues to record among the highest figures, with 22K gold marked at Rs 12,440 per gram and 24K gold at Rs 13,571 per gram.

Gold rate in Kolkata today

In Kolkata, 22K gold is being sold at Rs 12,360 per gram, while 24K gold is available at Rs 13,484 per gram.

Gold rate in Hyderabad today

In Hyderabad, 22K gold is priced at Rs 12,360 per gram, and 24K gold at Rs 13,484 per gram.

Gold rate in Ahmedabad today

Ahmedabad buyers are paying Rs 12,365 per gram for 22K gold and Rs 13,489 per gram for 24K gold.

Gold rate in Jaipur today

Jaipur has 22K gold priced at Rs 12,375 per gram, and 24K gold tagged at Rs 13,499 per gram.

Gold rate in Bhubaneswar today

In Bhubaneswar, 22K gold stands at Rs 12,360 per gram, while 24K gold is quoted at Rs 13,484 per gram.

Gold rate in Kanpur today

Kanpur’s market shows 22K gold at Rs 12,375 per gram, with 24K gold selling for Rs 13,499 per gram.

NEW DELHI: The National Investigation Agency (NIA) on Thursday arrested the ninth accused in connection with the Delhi Red Fort bomb blast that killed 15 people and injured several others last month. The accused, Yasir Ahmad Dar, is a resident of Shopian, Srinagar, Jammu & Kashmir.According to the NIA, Dar was nabbed in New Delhi and placed under arrest under relevant provisions of the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (1967) and BNS 2023 in case RC-21/2025/NIA/DLI. Investigations have revealed his active involvement in the conspiracy behind the car bomb explosion that shook the national capital on November 10.As per the statement issued by the NIA, “NIA investigations have revealed Yasir’s active role in the conspiracy behind the car bomb blast that rocked the national capital on 10th November. An active participant in the conspiracy, he had sworn allegiance and taken an oath for carrying out self-sacrificial operations.”“Investigations by the anti-terror agency have further shown that Yasir was in close contact with the other accused persons in the case, including Umar Un Nabi (the deceased perpetrator of the bombing) as well as Mufti Irfan,’ the statement added.Earlier this month, the NIA arrested Dr Bilal Naseer Malla of Baramulla, Jammu & Kashmir, marking the eighth arrest in the case. Bilal is accused of providing logistical support to Umar Un Nabi and destroying evidence linked to the attack. Several other accused were also arrested relating to the incident. The anti-terror agency has conducted extensive searches at premises linked to multiple accused and suspects in Jammu & Kashmir, Uttar Pradesh, and Haryana, including the Al Falah University complex in Faridabad. Digital devices and other incriminating materials were seized during these operations.The blast near Lal Quila metro station on November 10 has been treated as a terrorist attack under the UAPA. Investigators have linked the incident to a Jaish-e-Mohammed module involving radicalised young doctors and cross-border handlers. The NIA said it continues to work closely with central and state agencies to trace the complete conspiracy and identify all individuals involved in planning and executing the attack.

IPL 2026 auction in Abu Dhabi on December 16 marked a high-stakes mini-auction where franchises splurged over ₹215 crore on 77 players from a 369-player pool. Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), armed with the largest purse of ₹64.3 crore after bold pre-auction releases, dominated proceedings by securing the two most expensive buys: Australian all-rounder Cameron Green for a record ₹25.20 crore and Sri Lankan slinger Matheesha Pathirana for ₹18 crore. This aggressive spending, totalling ₹124.55 crore across 25 players (8 overseas), left just ₹0.45 crore, signalling KKR’s intent to rebuild post their disappointing IPL 2025 title defence.​

Kolkata Knight Riders’ strategic big-money signings in IPL 2026 Auction

KKR entered the auction having released high-profile names like Andre Russell (previously ₹12 crore), Venkatesh Iyer (₹23.75 crore), and Quinton de Kock to maximize flexibility, retaining a core of 12 players for around ₹39.35 crore. Their top targets focused on explosive batting depth, death bowling firepower, and all-round balance, outbidding rivals like Chennai Super Kings in intense battles for Green—who brings middle-order muscle and seam options—and Pathirana, whose slingy yorkers could terrorize finishers. Mustafizur Rahman (₹9.20 crore) adds left-arm variety, while Finn Allen (₹2 crore) and Rachin Ravindra (₹2 crore) provide aggressive top-order options, complementing retained finishers like Rinku Singh.​

This revamp addresses KKR’s 2025 weaknesses: over-reliance on aging stars and batting collapses. Green, fresh from stints with Mumbai Indians and Royal Challengers Bengaluru, averages 44.50 in T20Is with a strike rate near 145, offering seam-hitting prowess at Eden Gardens. Pathirana’s 18 crore investment pays dividends with his IPL record of 42 wickets at 7.25 economy in death overs. Mid-tier picks like Tejasvi Dahiya (₹3 crore) and Tim Seifert (₹1.50 crore) bolster uncapped promise and keeping options, while Harshit Rana (retained at ₹4 crore) anchors domestic pace. KKR’s overseas quota filled smartly with Powell (₹1.50 crore) for power-hitting and Sunil Narine (retained ₹12 crore) for spin wizardry.

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Salaries of KKR Players in IPL 2026

KKR’s squad blends retained stalwarts with auction gambles, prioritizing youth and versatility for Abhishek Nayar‘s high-intensity style. Here’s the full breakdown:

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