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.
Company Law : The Companies Act, 2013 and related rules now require most public and private companies to issue and transfer securities only in d...
Company Law : The Companies Law Amendment Bill, 2026 proposes major reforms in corporate governance, compliance, and digital regulation. This ar...
Company Law : This guide explains the complete legal procedure for shifting a company’s registered office within the same state but under a di...
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 ...
Corporate Law : The article explains how digital adjudication systems, virtual hearings, and online compliance platforms are reshaping India’s c...
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...
Company Law : ICSI recommended restoring public access to basic company master data without mandatory login requirements. The representation sta...
Company Law : NFRA introduced guidelines to evaluate audit firms’ compliance and quality control systems. The framework emphasizes governance,...
Company Law : ICSI highlights delays in marking defective forms by RoCs under CCFS 2026. It urges MCA to mandate time-bound processing or allow ...
Company Law : The issue is ambiguity in filing authority during liquidation. ICSI has requested clarity to enable liquidators to maintain statut...
Company Law : The Madras High Court permitted Nidhi companies to submit fresh replies against NDH-4 rejection orders and directed authorities to...
Company Law : Legal Analysis and Narrative Brief: Dale and Carrington Investment Pvt. Ltd. and Another v. P.K. Prathapan and Others (Supreme Cou...
Company Law : The case examined whether Tribunal approval was required for extending preference share redemption. It was held that such extensio...
Company Law : The Tribunal held that allegations of siphoning ₹30 lakh were not supported by any evidence tracing funds to the respondent. Mer...
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...
Company Law : ROC Pune held that procedural lapses in a private placement involving one investor formed part of a single integrated transaction ...
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 ...
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...
Company Law : ROC Pune penalized a company and its directors for utilizing private placement funds before filing return of allotment under Secti...
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...
The issue involved omission of allottee occupation details in Form PAS-3. The authority held that Rule 12(2) mandates complete disclosure, and non-compliance attracts penalty. The ruling emphasizes accuracy in statutory filings.
The issue involved delayed filing of Form MGT-14 for approval of financial statements. The authority held that a 1,951-day delay constituted a continuing default warranting maximum penalty. The ruling highlights strict enforcement of statutory timelines.
The issue involved delayed filing of Form MGT-14 for approval of financial statements. The authority held that a delay of 2,317 days constituted a continuing default attracting maximum penalty. The ruling emphasizes strict timelines and consequences for prolonged non-compliance.
The issue involved whether omission of PAN, email ID, and address in Form PAS-3 violates statutory rules. The authority held that Rule 14(6) mandates complete disclosure of allottee details. The ruling emphasizes strict compliance with corporate filing requirements.
The case examined whether occupation details can be omitted when allottees lack occupation. The authority rejected this interpretation and imposed penalties for non-compliance. The decision clarifies that statutory forms must be filled completely and accurately.
The issue involved non-filing of mandatory Form MGT-14 for board resolutions approving financial statements. The authority held that failure to comply with Sections 117 and 179 constitutes a continuing default attracting penalties.
The procedure outlines steps for altering the Memorandum of Association, including board approval, shareholder resolution, and regulatory filings. It emphasizes that changes become effective only after Registrar or government approval.
The Bill decriminalises minor offences by converting them into civil penalties, reducing fear of prosecution for procedural lapses. This approach encourages compliance while maintaining deterrence through financial penalties.
The amendment merges 11 forms into two streamlined frameworks to reduce compliance burden. The key takeaway is faster, simpler company processes with fewer filings.
A director was penalized for holding two DINs in violation of statutory provisions. The key takeaway is that even inadvertent non-compliance attracts strict penalties under company law.
