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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 150 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 516 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 312 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 786 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 486 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 18306 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 1809 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 180 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 417 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 384 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 2121 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 102 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


Guide to Shares, DVRs, and Securities Premium: Legal & Case Studies

January 23, 2025 2886 Views 0 comment Print

Learn about shares, DVR conditions, securities premium, and legal exceptions under the Companies Act 2013, with insights into case studies and compliance rules.

Procedure For a Name Change of a Private Company

January 21, 2025 8820 Views 0 comment Print

Learn the step-by-step process for changing the name of a private company, including pre, during, and post-compliance requirements under the Companies Act 2013.

From Bill to Act: The Legislative Process in India

January 21, 2025 1917 Views 2 comments Print

Understand how a Bill becomes an Act in India, from drafting to presidential assent, and its final implementation in the Official Gazette.

Look Out Circular conditionally suspended based on right to travel granted under Constitution

January 21, 2025 975 Views 0 comment Print

Delhi High Court conditionally suspended Look Out Circular against the director of company involved alleged in financial impropriety based on individual’s right to travel as guaranteed under Article 21 of the Constitution of India.

Deprival of remedies under Article 21 of the Constitution not justifiable: NCLAT Chennai

January 20, 2025 606 Views 0 comment Print

NCLAT Chennai held that a right to judicial remedies is a right which is safeguarded by Article 21 of the Constitution of India. Thus, deprival of remedies available under Article 21 is unjustifiable and hence it is directed to revive back the company petition.

MGT-14 Filing: Mandatory and Non-Mandatory Scenarios

January 20, 2025 9270 Views 0 comment Print

Understand MGT-14 filing requirements under the Companies Act, 2013. Learn when it’s mandatory for resolutions in public and private companies to ensure compliance.

Mandatory Board Resolutions For MGT-14 Filing: Public & Private Companies

January 17, 2025 7014 Views 0 comment Print

Learn key board resolutions for MGT-14 filing under Companies Act. Includes rules for public & private companies, exemptions, and compliance requirements.

SOX vs. SEBI & Companies Act: Comparative Analysis for India

January 17, 2025 3051 Views 1 comment Print

Explore the benefits of SOX compliance over SEBI regulations and the Companies Act for Indian companies, focusing on governance, transparency, and fraud prevention.

How Foreigners Can Register a Company in India: A Step-by-Step Guide

January 16, 2025 3678 Views 0 comment Print

Step-by-step guide for foreigners to register a company in India. Learn about business structures, compliance, and registration requirements for starting a business.

Maintenance of Books of Accounts by Company: Rules & Penalties

January 16, 2025 4794 Views 0 comment Print

Understand company books of accounts maintenance rules, audit trails, inspection rights, statutory timelines, and penalties under the Companies Act 2013.

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