Chief Justice of India Surya Kant urged young lawyers to see law not as a quick route to success but as a disciplined craft requiring patience and integrity, saying it will test them before offering any meaningful reward.
Justice Bela M Trivedi retired from India’s Supreme Court after over three and a half years of service, receiving heartfelt tributes for her significant contributions. Senior Advocate Kapil Sibal honored her legacy, emphasizing her importance as one of the few women judges. Controversy arose as the SCBA did not hold a formal farewell.
An Advocate-on-Record (AoR) is a specialized lawyer authorized to represent clients in the Supreme Court of India, handling case filings, drafting petitions, and ensuring compliance with court procedures. To qualify, AoRs must pass a specialized exam after training. Their role is crucial for effective legal representation and maintaining court integrity.
Justice Prasanna Bhalachandra Varale, born June 23, 1962, has had a distinguished legal career, beginning in 1985 and serving in various capacities, including as a law lecturer and Additional Judge at the Bombay High Court. He was appointed Chief Justice of the Karnataka High Court in 2022 and was elevated to the Supreme Court in 2024.
Justice S.V. Bhatti, born on May 6, 1962, assumed office as a Supreme Court Judge on July 14, 2023, following his career in law and judicial service, including roles in various High Courts. His elevation emphasizes regional representation, particularly from the Andhra Pradesh High Court. He will retire on May 5, 2027.
Justice P.K. Mishra, born on August 29, 1964, in Raigarh, Chhattisgarh, has had a distinguished legal career, beginning practice in 1984. He became Chief Justice of the Andhra Pradesh High Court in October 2021 and was elevated to the Supreme Court on May 19, 2023, to address under-representation from Chhattisgarh.