HARDEEP vs STATE OF HARYANA

The Supreme Court upheld the conviction of Hardeep under Section 302 IPC for the murder of Rajinder Singh, finding that the prosecution established the motive stemming from a loan dispute and a subsequent quarrel during Holi celebrations. The Court noted that Hardeep, aided by his father Maha Singh, attacked Rajinder Singh with a knife, leading to his death. The High Court's decision to convict Hardeep under Section 302 IPC and impose a life sentence was affirmed, while the acquittal of Maha Singh was upheld.