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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 120 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 489 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 303 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 777 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 480 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 4869 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 17685 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 2094 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 156 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


Auditor Eligibility & Disqualifications under Section 141 of Companies Act 2013

April 10, 2025 6960 Views 0 comment Print

Know who can be appointed as an auditor under Section 141 of the Companies Act 2013, including qualifications and disqualifications.

Step-by-Step Guide for Converting a Partnership Firm into a Private Limited Company

April 9, 2025 8628 Views 1 comment Print

A detailed guide to converting a partnership firm into a private limited company under Section 366 of the Companies Act, 2013.

Conversion of LLP into Private Limited: Key Steps and Legal Rules

April 9, 2025 1605 Views 0 comment Print

Learn the legal process and key steps to convert an LLP into a private limited company under Section 366 of the Companies Act, 2013.

Issue of “ISSUE” of Share Certificate

April 8, 2025 24876 Views 0 comment Print

Understand the mandatory timelines for issuing share certificates in India, even without subscription money, and the consequences of non-compliance.

Reviving Active Companies That Have Been “Struck Off”

April 7, 2025 2874 Views 0 comment Print

Section 252 provides mechanisms for Companies to be reinstated in Registrar of Companies if they have been removed due to non-compliance or other reasons. The restoration process ensures that genuine businesses are not unduly impacted while maintaining regulatory oversight.

CFO appointment delay: RD reduces Penalty to maximum permissible

April 4, 2025 774 Views 0 comment Print

Regional Director modifies ROC order, reducing penalty on Sutara Roads & Infra and its directors for CFO appointment delay.

Draft Companies (Compromises, Arrangements and Amalgamations) Amendment Rules, 2025

April 4, 2025 4404 Views 0 comment Print

MCA seeks comments on draft rules widening fast-track mergers scope under Section 233 of Companies Act, 2013. Suggestions due by May 5, 2025.

SEBI clarifies position of Compliance Officer in a Listed Companies

April 4, 2025 3516 Views 0 comment Print

SEBI’s circular clarifies that Compliance Officers in listed entities must be one level below the Board, ensuring direct reporting to MD, WTD, or CEO.

Mandatory Committees Under Companies Act, 2013

April 4, 2025 7365 Views 0 comment Print

Learn about mandatory committees under the Companies Act, 2013, including audit, nomination, stakeholder relationship, and CSR committees with their applicability.

Significant beneficial ownership: Extending ambit of significant influence?

April 4, 2025 1614 Views 0 comment Print

RoC penalizes LinkedIn India & Samsung Noida for SBO non-disclosure, expanding the interpretation of control under India’s Companies Act.

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