J. RAMULU vs STATE OF A.P.

The Supreme Court upheld the convictions of G. Venkatesh and J. Ramulu under Section 302 IPC for the murder of G. Janardhan, affirming the life sentences imposed by the High Court. The Court emphasized that the use of acid as a weapon constituted a grave offense, warranting the application of Section 302 IPC. The judgment confirmed the findings of the lower courts regarding the guilt of the accused based on the evidence presented, including eyewitness accounts and the nature of the injuries inflicted.