BIPIN BIHARI vs STATE OF M.P.

The Supreme Court upheld the conviction of the appellant under Section 307 IPC for attempted murder, confirming the High Court's decision while modifying the sentence. The Court found that the appellant's actions, which included brandishing a gun and firing at the complainant, demonstrated the requisite intention to kill. The sentence was adjusted to a two-year custodial term with a fine of Rs.30,000, which would serve as compensation to the victim, with additional imprisonment for default in payment.