Former Jharkhand chief minister Madhu Koda was on Monday arrested by the Chaibasa police, 200 km from Ranchi. He is alleged to have laundered thousands of crores of rupees during his stint as CM.
Nov 30, 2009
Former Jharkhand CM Madhu Koda arrested
Former Jharkhand chief minister Madhu Koda was on Monday arrested by the Chaibasa police, 200 km from Ranchi. He is alleged to have laundered thousands of crores of rupees during his stint as CM.
Abbas Kazmi sacked as Kasab's lawyer
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Economy on recovery path; GDP grows 7.9% in Q2
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West Bengal bandh turns violent; buses torched
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Home from Dubai for Eid, axed over SMS
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Shopping online during work good for employees
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Time's running out for Iran, warns US
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CAT crisis: Virus attack blamed for system failures
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Ben Kingsley to attend premiere of Paa
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Nets come up empty at Lakers
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Elliot ready to offer bowling services
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Jamie Carragher: We just shaded it
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Hilfenhaus to miss second Test
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Davydenko: Slam is still a dream
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Ancelotti keeps feet on the ground
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Tiger Woods: It was my fault
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Davydenko takes World Tour title
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Anderson leads England to victory
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Italy edge to World Cup win
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