ROHTASH KUMAR vs STATE OF HARYANA

The Supreme Court upheld the conviction of the appellant under Sections 302 and 404 IPC, affirming the life sentence and fines imposed by the lower courts. The Court found sufficient evidence of the appellant's involvement in the murder of his wife, Sonia, who was found dead shortly after a meeting with him. The Court emphasized the importance of circumstantial evidence in establishing guilt, particularly in cases of domestic violence and murder, thereby reinforcing the legal principle that such evidence can be sufficient for conviction.