State Of Punjab vs Jagga Singh Etc

The Supreme Court upheld the conviction of two accused under Section 302 IPC for murder and Section 25 of the Arms Act, affirming their life sentences and fines. The Court found that the High Court erred in acquitting five other accused charged under Section 302 IPC read with Section 120-B IPC, emphasizing the need for corroborative evidence in conspiracy cases. The Court reiterated that the prosecution must establish the guilt of the accused beyond reasonable doubt, leading to the dismissal of the appeals of the convicted accused and allowing the State's appeal against the acquitted accused.