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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 138 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 507 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 17916 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 273 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 2112 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


ROC Penalises Directors of Spunweb Nonwoven for Board Meeting Delay

July 16, 2025 312 Views 0 comment Print

The Registrar of Companies (ROC) Ahmedabad has issued a penalty against SPUNWEB NONWOVEN LTD. and its directors for failing to maintain the mandatory 120-day gap between board meetings. The company admitted to the violation, resulting in a penalty of ₹25,000 for each director.

MCA Imposes Penalty for 2286-Day Delay in Filing Board Resolution

July 16, 2025 588 Views 0 comment Print

The Registrar of Companies has imposed penalties on SHASHWATHA NIDHI LIMITED for a significant delay in filing a board resolution related to its financial statements, a violation of the Companies Act, 2013.

Can Non-Convertible Unsecured Debentures (NCUDs) Be Treated as Deposits?

July 16, 2025 2361 Views 0 comment Print

Learn how unlisted Non-Convertible Unsecured Debentures (NCUDs) issued between companies are not classified as deposits under Section 2(31) of Companies Act, 2013.

Tug of Authority: Interplay Between SHA & AoA in Indian Company Law

July 16, 2025 3312 Views 0 comment Print

Explore the legal precedence between Articles of Association and Shareholders’ Agreements in India, examining key judicial decisions and the importance of aligning these documents.

The Role of Independent Directors In Corporate Governance

July 16, 2025 1524 Views 0 comment Print

A study on the role, challenges, and impact of independent directors in Indian corporate governance, highlighting reforms and gaps in actual boardroom practice.

MCA Imposes ₹3.86 Lakh Penalty for Dual DIN Possession Under Companies Act

July 15, 2025 7716 Views 0 comment Print

Director fined by ROC Telangana for violating Section 155 of Companies Act, 2013, possessing two DINs. Penalty imposed for 672-day default.

Liability of Independent Directors: Are The Watchdogs At Risk?

July 15, 2025 7062 Views 1 comment Print

Examine the challenges faced by Independent Directors in India, from limited operational power to increased legal scrutiny, and explore proposed reforms for effective corporate governance.

Section 8 Company Incorporation: A Complete Guide

July 14, 2025 7443 Views 0 comment Print

A guide to Section 8 Company incorporation in India, covering eligibility, process, features, benefits, and FCRA registration requirements for receiving foreign contributions.

Merger Control in India: CCI, Companies Act & Competition Act

July 12, 2025 2424 Views 1 comment Print

Explore India’s merger control laws under Competition Act and Companies Act, CCI’s role, key cases and emerging reforms for a fair competitive market.

CSR Law Section 135: From Compliance to Commitment

July 12, 2025 1656 Views 0 comment Print

India’s Companies Act mandates CSR for eligible firms, requiring 2% net profit spending on social and environmental goals. Learn about compliance, required disclosures, and impact.

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