Sashi Jena & Ors vs Khadal Swain & Anr

The Supreme Court upheld the conviction of the appellants under Section 302 read with Section 34 IPC for the murder of Sarasu Jena, rejecting their defense of suicide. The Court found that the prosecution established a clear case of homicide, supported by witness testimonies indicating the appellants' involvement in the crime. The Court affirmed the lower courts' decisions, emphasizing the sufficiency of evidence to prove the guilt of the accused beyond reasonable doubt.