D. Sailu vs State Of A.P

The Supreme Court upheld the conviction of the appellant under Section 302 IPC for murder, affirming the life sentence and fine imposed by the Andhra Pradesh High Court. The Court found that the prosecution established the necessary elements of the crime, including the intent and the act of stabbing the deceased, which resulted in death due to shock and hemorrhage. The Court emphasized that the evidence presented, including confessions and witness testimonies, sufficiently supported the conviction under Section 302 IPC.