Vinay Kumar Rai & Anr vs State Of Bihar

The Supreme Court upheld the conviction of the appellants under Section 302 read with Section 34 IPC for the murder of Nanda Kumar Singh, affirming the findings of the Patna High Court. The Court noted that the prosecution established the common intention of the accused to commit murder, with Ashutosh Kumar Rai also found guilty under Section 27 of the Arms Act for using a firearm. The appeals were dismissed, and the life sentences were upheld, confirming the trial court's judgment.