GURDIAL SINGH vs UNION OF INDIA

The Supreme Court upheld the conviction of the appellant under Section 302 IPC for the murder of Prabhudas Narayan Raut, affirming the life sentence and fine imposed by the Additional Sessions Judge. The Court found that the prosecution established the motive and circumstances surrounding the victim's disappearance, leading to the conclusion that the accused was responsible for the murder. The appeal was dismissed, reinforcing the lower court's findings and the evidentiary value of witness testimonies.