Conference brought together scientists, researchers from Pakistan, abroad at KU's auditorium

Fishermen warned that rising pollution has drastically reduced fish and shrimp production

Defence challenges absence of eyewitnesses, convict's confession under police torture

Accuses Rahuki police of shooting him in the leg in a fake encounter, at the behest of an influential landlord

Sends 24 on judicial remand to jail in Jan 18 case

News of the detentions quickly drew a large number of MQM workers and party leaders

Masked intruders made off with over 50 tolas of gold, and Rs1million in cash

Under Parwaz Card programme, interest-free financial assistance provided of up to Rs300,000 for skilled youth

Police officials also reached the spot and initiated legal proceedings

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