MALKIAT SINGH AND ORS. vs STATE OF PUNJAB

The Supreme Court upheld the conviction under Section 307 IPC read with Section 34 IPC, emphasizing the need for proper appreciation of evidence, including ocular and circumstantial evidence, as well as compliance with procedural safeguards under Sections 174, 175, and 162 of the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973. The Court clarified that awarding a sentence on the same day as the finding of guilt does not contravene Section 235 of the CrPC if sufficient opportunity is provided to both prosecution and defense. The conviction and death sentence of the first accused were confirmed.