Darshan Singh vs State Of Punjab & Anr

The Supreme Court upheld the conviction of Darshan Singh under Section 302 IPC for the murder of Gurcharan Singh, affirming the High Court's decision that the evidence presented, including eyewitness accounts and medical reports, established the accused's guilt beyond reasonable doubt. The Court emphasized that the use of a licensed firearm in the commission of the crime constituted a grave offense under the Indian Penal Code. The appeal by Bakhtawar Singh abated due to his death, but the conviction against Darshan Singh was maintained, leading to his sentencing.