THE STATE OF HARYANA vs SHER SINGH .

The Supreme Court overturned the Punjab & Haryana High Court's acquittal of the accused under Section 302 IPC read with Section 149 IPC, holding that the evidence presented established a clear case of murder and attempted murder. The Court emphasized that the prosecution had successfully demonstrated the involvement of the accused in the fatal attack on Bhim Singh, with specific reference to the injuries inflicted and the circumstances surrounding the incident. The Court reinstated the life sentences for the accused, affirming the trial court's findings and rejecting the High Court's modifications.