Chief Justice of India (CJI) Surya Kant on Friday addressed newly inducted advocates and emphasized on personal diligence and ethical responsibility. Welcoming the successful candidates, CJI Kant characterised the achievement as a significant milestone in their professional journeys, reflecting their discipline and hard work. According to the rules framed by the Supreme Court under Article 145 of the Constitution, parties/litigants can file petitions in apex court only through 'Advocates-On-Record'. (AoRs) SC conducts examination for lawyers before designating them as AoRs.In his address, CJI Kant reminded the new inductees that the role of an AoR extends far beyond mere procedural requirements. He emphasized that they now serve as the primary point of responsibility between the litigants and the Court. The CJI issued a word of caution regarding the weight of the AoR designation. He noted that every petition bearing an Advocate's name is a direct reflection of their professional judgment. "Do not treat filing as a routine exercise. Read every brief carefully." To ensure the highest standards of legal practice, the CJI highlighted several critical mandates: Stating that court relies heavily on their diligence, CJI urged them to uphold this trust in every matter to build a lasting reputation. The CJI extended his best wishes to the new batch as they begin this vital new chapter in their legal careers. For the Latest news, India News and breaking stories from around the world, visit Times Now for live coverage and in-depth reporting. Harish V Nair is Senior Editor (Legal) with Times Now TV. In his journalism career spanning 20 years, he has specialised in coverage of Supreme Court ... View More