CHARAN SINGH & ORS. vs STATE OF PUNJAB

The Supreme Court held that the High Court failed to adequately discuss the evidence of eye witnesses in its judgment, which was essential given the appeal and reference under Section 374 Cr. P.C. The Court emphasized that the credibility of witnesses must be assessed based on their cross-examination and overall context. The evidence of three eye witnesses was found credible, leading to the conviction of two accused under Section 302 IPC, while the other two were acquitted due to insufficient evidence of their involvement in the murder.