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The Companies Act is a legislation that governs the formation, functioning, and management of companies. Explore the key provisions, compliance requirements, and legal framework under the Companies Act.

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Mandatory Dematerialisation of Securities for Public & Private Companies: Legal Framework

Company Law : The Companies Act, 2013 and related rules now require most public and private companies to issue and transfer securities only in d...

May 21, 2026 135 Views 0 comment Print

Companies Act 2013 vs Companies Law Amendment Bill 2026

Company Law : The Companies Law Amendment Bill, 2026 proposes major reforms in corporate governance, compliance, and digital regulation. This ar...

May 20, 2026 504 Views 0 comment Print

Procedure for Shifting Registered Office Outside Local Limits Within Same State (Under Different ROC Jurisdiction)

Company Law : This guide explains the complete legal procedure for shifting a company’s registered office within the same state but under a di...

May 20, 2026 309 Views 0 comment Print

Transfer of Member Interest in No Share Capital Company

Company Law : Section 56 of Companies Act, 2013 requires execution of a proper instrument of transfer for transfer of interest of a member in a ...

May 18, 2026 780 Views 0 comment Print

E-Adjudication & Virtual Hearings Transforming Corporate Governance

Corporate Law : The article explains how digital adjudication systems, virtual hearings, and online compliance platforms are reshaping India’s c...

May 16, 2026 483 Views 0 comment Print


Latest News


Provisional List of 1314 Audit Firms Missing NFRA-2 Filings for 2024-2025

Company Law : Provisional list of audit firms of listed companies yet to file NFRA-2 for 2023-24. Filing deadline was 30.11.2025; fines apply fo...

May 10, 2026 4893 Views 0 comment Print

ICSI Flags MCA-21 V3 Portal Issues, Seeks Urgent Compliance Fixes

Company Law : ICSI recommended restoring public access to basic company master data without mandatory login requirements. The representation sta...

May 8, 2026 17865 Views 0 comment Print

NFRA issues Audit Quality Inspection Guidelines

Company Law : NFRA introduced guidelines to evaluate audit firms’ compliance and quality control systems. The framework emphasizes governance,...

May 1, 2026 801 Views 0 comment Print

ICSI Seeks Refiling Option for Annual Forms Under CCFS 2026

Company Law : ICSI highlights delays in marking defective forms by RoCs under CCFS 2026. It urges MCA to mandate time-bound processing or allow ...

April 18, 2026 1806 Views 0 comment Print

ICSI Request MCA to permit filing of Forms during liquidation process

Company Law : The issue is ambiguity in filing authority during liquidation. ICSI has requested clarity to enable liquidators to maintain statut...

April 18, 2026 1407 Views 0 comment Print


Latest Judiciary


Madras HC Allows Fresh Reply in NDH-4 Rejection Cases Due to Opportunity of Hearing

Company Law : The Madras High Court permitted Nidhi companies to submit fresh replies against NDH-4 rejection orders and directed authorities to...

May 16, 2026 171 Views 0 comment Print

Dale & Carrington Vs. P.K. Prathapan (2004): Legal Analysis & Narrative Brief

Company Law : Legal Analysis and Narrative Brief: Dale and Carrington Investment Pvt. Ltd. and Another v. P.K. Prathapan and Others (Supreme Cou...

April 6, 2026 414 Views 0 comment Print

NCLT Dismisses Plea as Preference Share Extension Within 20-Year Limit Needs No Approval

Company Law : The case examined whether Tribunal approval was required for extending preference share redemption. It was held that such extensio...

April 3, 2026 381 Views 0 comment Print

Absence of Entries Not Proof of Fraud; NCLT Upholds Strict Proof Standard Under Section 66

Company Law : The Tribunal held that allegations of siphoning ₹30 lakh were not supported by any evidence tracing funds to the respondent. Mer...

March 28, 2026 339 Views 0 comment Print

No Separate Meeting Needed When Same Terms Apply to Entire Shareholder Class: Calcutta HC

Company Law : The Court held that a separate meeting of sub-class shareholders is not required when identical terms are offered to the entire cl...

March 18, 2026 270 Views 0 comment Print


Latest Notifications


No Multiplicative Penalty for Single Private Placement Violation: ROC Pune

Company Law : ROC Pune held that procedural lapses in a private placement involving one investor formed part of a single integrated transaction ...

May 21, 2026 2103 Views 0 comment Print

ROC Pune Imposes Reduced Penalty Due to Delay in Filing MGT-14 by Start-Up Company

Company Law : ROC Pune penalized a start-up company and its officers for delayed filing of e-Form MGT-14 relating to a Special Resolution under ...

May 21, 2026 159 Views 0 comment Print

ROC Pune Imposes Penalty Due to 46-Day Delay in Filing PAS-3 Return of Allotment

Company Law : ROC Pune penalized a company and its directors for delayed filing of e-Form PAS-3 relating to private placement allotment under Se...

May 21, 2026 96 Views 0 comment Print

ROC Pune Imposes Penalty as Private Placement Funds Were Used Before PAS-3 Filing

Company Law : ROC Pune penalized a company and its directors for utilizing private placement funds before filing return of allotment under Secti...

May 21, 2026 81 Views 0 comment Print

ROC Imposes Penalty Due to Incorrect AGM Date in AOC-4 XBRL Filing

Company Law : ROC Mumbai-II imposed penalty under Section 450 after a company incorrectly mentioned the AGM date in Form AOC-4 XBRL. The order h...

May 21, 2026 108 Views 0 comment Print


Draft Board Resolution For Appointment of Company Secretary

October 7, 2025 5643 Views 0 comment Print

Official board resolution for appointing Company Secretary under Sections 2(24) and 203 of Companies Act, 2013, outlining duties and authorizing a director to file necessary forms.

A Simple Excel-Based Compliance Tool for Small Companies and Professionals

October 4, 2025 8634 Views 3 comments Print

Simple Excel tool automates compliance checks for small businesses and professionals. Input 8 metrics to instantly confirm applicability of 35 statutory requirements.

NCLAT allowed majority shareholders to purchase company property after directors violated interim order restraining its sale

October 4, 2025 1038 Views 0 comment Print

The subsequent Agreement to Sell and the Tripartite Agreement entered into without the prior leave of the Tribunal, and without informing or involving the majority shareholders or the Board of the Company, suffered from procedural impropriety and lack of authority.

Orissa HC Stays ROC Order, Refers Share Mismanagement Case to NCLT

October 4, 2025 1083 Views 0 comment Print

High Court stayed operation of an ROC order concerning alleged illegal share transfers and unauthorized director appointments, directing petitioner to approach NCLT Cuttack for a specialized adjudication.

Former MD Not Obliged to Respond to Company Notice: Telangana HC

October 4, 2025 1002 Views 0 comment Print

Judgment highlights that responsibility to respond to notices under Sections 94 & 179 of under BNSS 2023 lies with company’s current authorized representatives, not former directors.

Independent Directors: Role in Corporate Governance & Law

October 3, 2025 2370 Views 0 comment Print

Learn the role of Independent Directors (IDs) under the Companies Act, 2013, and SEBI LODR in ensuring good corporate governance. IDs provide oversight, protect minority interests, and enhance transparency and accountability on the board.

Branch Audit under Companies Act, 2013

October 3, 2025 1917 Views 0 comment Print

Understand the statutory framework of Branch Audit under the Companies Act, 2013, including the role of the branch and central auditors. Learn about their responsibilities, reporting requirements, and the reliance on SA 600.

Procedure for Resignation of a Company Director and DIR-12 Form

October 2, 2025 1173 Views 0 comment Print

यदि कोई निदेशक (Director) कंपनी से इस्तीफा देना चाहता है, तो निदेशक के इस्तीफे की प्रक्रिया कंपनी अधिनियम, 2013 की धारा 168 में उल्लिखित है। इसमें यह बताया गया है कि यदि कोई निदेशक इस्तीफा देना चाहता है, तो सबसे पहले वह कंपनी को इस्तीफे का एक नोटिस देगा। इसके बाद कंपनी निदेशक के इस्तीफे के […]

IEPFA (Accounting, Audit, Transfer and Refund) Amendment Rules, 2025

October 1, 2025 1755 Views 0 comment Print

MCA notifies amendment to IEPF Rules, 2016, substituting Form IEPF-5 with effect from 6 October 2025 under the Companies Act, 2013.

NFRA Guidelines on Audit of Non-Financial Impairment

October 1, 2025 2235 Views 0 comment Print

NFRA’s Series 4 focuses on auditor-Audit Committee communication regarding Ind AS 36 (Impairment) and SA 540 (Accounting Estimates). It details the required audit procedures, indicators, and potential questions.

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