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The murder of 12-year-old Jocelyn Nungaray in Texas, allegedly by two Venezuelan illegal immigrants, has sparked outrage and highlighted concerns about the Biden administration’s border policies. The incident comes as Venezuela has halted deportation flights from the U.S., raising questions about the effectiveness of the administration’s immigration strategy. The incident also underscores the growing presence of the violent gang Tren de Aragua in the U.S., a concerning trend that has raised alarms among authorities.

The Maharashtra government has suspended IPS officer Quaiser Khalid, the former Commissioner of Government Railway Police, for approving an illegal hoarding that collapsed in Mumbai’s Ghatkopar, killing 17 and injuring over 70. The hoarding, erected without proper permission and found to be structurally weak, collapsed due to strong winds.

Shahjahan Bouya, Bangladesh’s most infamous executioner, known for hanging both serial killers and politicians, has passed away at the age of 74. Bouya, who is believed to have conducted at least 26 executions, became a hangman while serving a 42-year prison sentence for robbery and murder. He was released in 2023 after his sentence was reduced due to his execution work. Bouya carried out the executions of several high-profile individuals, including military officers convicted of assassinating Sheikh Mujibur Rahman and politicians convicted of war crimes.

Prajwal Revanna, former Janata Dal (Secular) MP, is facing a fourth sexual harassment case in Karnataka. The case, filed under sections for sexual harassment, stalking, and criminal intimidation, names Prajwal and three others, including former BJP MLA Preetham Gowda, for sharing images recorded during the harassment. Meanwhile, Prajwal’s brother, Suraj Revanna, was arrested for allegedly sexually assaulting a male party worker.

The NEET-UG examination in Bihar has been embroiled in controversy following allegations of paper leaks and subsequent arrests of individuals involved. The scandal has exposed vulnerabilities within the exam process, highlighting concerns about integrity and oversight. Investigations have uncovered a complex network of fraud spanning multiple states, with key suspects including Sanjeev Mukhiya, a former technical assistant, and his son Bittu, both with a history of involvement in examination frauds.

An Air India flight from Cochin to London was grounded after receiving a bomb threat. Extensive security checks were conducted, and no explosives were found. The suspected caller, a passenger on the flight, has been apprehended by authorities.

Cook County State’s Attorney Kim Foxx, who is not seeking re-election after facing criticism for her handling of crime in Chicago, was allegedly assaulted near her home this weekend. The incident comes amid a backdrop of rising crime in the city and Foxx’s controversial tenure as prosecutor.

Terrorists attacked a church and two synagogues in Dagestan, Russia, killing 16 people before being neutralized by security forces. The attacks occurred on Pentecost Sunday, targeting a church and a synagogue in Derbent and another synagogue in Makhachkala. Russian authorities confirmed that the security operation concluded after killing six terrorists, with further investigations ongoing.

Police in Pakistan have arrested 23 people in connection with the mob killing of a man accused of desecrating the Quran in Madyan. The mob, enraged by the accusation, attacked a police station, wounded officers, and took the man into custody before killing him and burning his body. Authorities are continuing to investigate the incident and are searching for additional suspects.

Religious sites, often targeted for their symbolic value and large gatherings, have been victims of numerous terror attacks worldwide. This article explores some of the deadliest incidents, highlighting the devastating impact on communities and the global fight against extremism.