Follow Us:

Companies Act

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.

Latest Articles


Annual Return Filing Under Companies Act, 2013: MGT-7, MGT-7A & MGT-8

Company Law : Learn which companies must file MGT-7 or MGT-7A, when MGT-8 certification is mandatory, and how the Companies (Management and Admi...

July 8, 2026 135 Views 0 comment Print

175 Legal Compliances and Legal Updates for July-2026 in India

CA, CS, CMA : A comprehensive guide covering 175 legal compliances for July 2026 under FEMA, Income Tax, GST, SEBI, Companies Act, Labour Laws, ...

July 6, 2026 55059 Views 2 comments Print

Company Managerial Remuneration: Guide with Real-World Examples

Company Law : Learn how the Companies Act, 2013 regulates managerial remuneration through profit-linked limits, approval requirements, and gover...

July 1, 2026 303 Views 0 comment Print

Why Companies Act Not Apply to SBI & PNB but Applies to HDFC Bank

Company Law : The article explains that SBI and PNB are statutory bodies created under separate Acts and are therefore not governed by the Compa...

June 30, 2026 3456 Views 0 comment Print

Does Appointing a CFO Trigger Section 203 for Private Companies?

Company Law : The article examines the Hamlin Trust ruling, where the NCLAT held that CFO appointments must satisfy Section 203 eligibility requ...

June 30, 2026 639 Views 0 comment Print


Latest News


ICSI Seeks Action against Eligible Companies Failed to Appoint Whole-Time CS

Company Law : ICSI has urged the MCA to ensure eligible companies comply with Section 203 by appointing Whole-time Company Secretaries. The repr...

June 27, 2026 1785 Views 0 comment Print

Annual Survey of Incorporated Services Sector Enterprises (ASISSE): FAQs

Corporate Law : NSO has launched the Annual Survey of Incorporated Services Sector Enterprises (ASISSE) to collect comprehensive economic and oper...

June 24, 2026 1056 Views 0 comment Print

ICSI Seeks MCA Relief Due to Portal Disruptions After Data Centre Fire

Company Law : ICSI has requested the MCA to grant compliance relaxations following technical disruptions caused by the Data Centre fire. The pro...

June 18, 2026 9393 Views 1 comment Print

MCA Expands CSR Scope by Allowing Investment in Social Stock Exchange Instruments

Company Law : The MCA has widened CSR eligibility by recognizing subscriptions to Zero Coupon Zero Principal Instruments as a valid CSR activity...

May 30, 2026 1461 Views 0 comment Print

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 5283 Views 0 comment Print


Latest Judiciary


Bona Fide Dispute on Debt Bars Winding Up Petition Under Section 433(e): MP HC

Company Law : Madhya Pradesh HC dismissed a winding up petition, holding that a bona fide dispute over liability required adjudication before th...

July 5, 2026 87 Views 0 comment Print

NCLAT Sets Aside CFO Appointment as Articles Cannot Override Companies Act

Company Law : The NCLAT held that CFO nominees must satisfy the eligibility requirements under Section 203 of the Companies Act. It set aside th...

July 1, 2026 384 Views 0 comment Print

NCLT dispensed with shareholder meetings for Parle Group restructuring scheme

Company Law : Where a composite scheme of arrangement satisfies the procedural requirements of sections 230 to 232 of the Companies Act, 2013 an...

June 26, 2026 231 Views 0 comment Print

NCLT Compounds Delay in Holding AGM by Kolhapur Hotels

Company Law : NCLT Mumbai compounded the offence for failure to hold the AGM within the time prescribed under Section 96 of the Companies Act, 2...

June 25, 2026 210 Views 0 comment Print

NCLT Refuses Company Restoration as ROC Fails to Justify 4215-Day Delay

Company Law : The NCLT Ahmedabad refused to condone a 4,215-day delay in filing an appeal for restoration of a struck-off company. The Tribunal ...

June 24, 2026 150 Views 0 comment Print


Latest Notifications


MCA Extends DPT-3 Late Fee Waiver Till 31st July 2026 Due to Data Center Fire

Company Law : MCA has allowed companies to file Form DPT-3 for FY 2025-26 without additional fees until 31 July 2026 due to disruptions caused b...

June 19, 2026 16164 Views 2 comments Print

MCA Notifies New Development Bank as Body Corporate under Companies Act 2013

Company Law : MCA notifies the New Development Bank under Section 2(11)(ii) of the Companies Act, 2013, specifying it as a body corporate for th...

June 16, 2026 510 Views 0 comment Print

ROC Imposes Penalty as Incorrect AGM Due Date Was Filed in AOC-4

Company Law : ROC Mumbai penalized a director after Form AOC-4 contained an incorrect AGM due date. The order emphasizes that directors are resp...

June 12, 2026 279 Views 0 comment Print

Duplicate DIN Attracts Penalty Because Companies Act Prohibits Possessing More Than One DIN

Company Law : ROC Mumbai imposed a penalty after finding that an individual held two Director Identification Numbers in violation of Section 155...

June 12, 2026 183 Views 0 comment Print

ROC Imposes Penalty as Incorrect Director Appointment Date Was Filed in DIR-12

Company Law : ROC Mumbai penalized a Whole Time Director for filing Form DIR-12 with an incorrect CFO appointment date. The order reiterates tha...

June 12, 2026 318 Views 0 comment Print


NFRA Finds Continued Independence Issues at SRBC & Co. LLP in 2023 Inspection

March 30, 2025 2172 Views 0 comment Print

NFRA’s 2023 inspection of SRBC & Co. LLP highlights audit quality issues, independence concerns, and compliance with auditing standards and ethical requirements.

Common Mistakes to Avoid While Filing an OPC Annual Return

March 30, 2025 924 Views 0 comment Print

One Person Companies (OPCs) need to record annual returns to remain compliant with legal requirements. However, many business owners make errors while filing, leading to consequences and legal troubles. This article shall give you a briefing on the common mistakes to be avoided while filing an OPC annual return. 1. Missing the Filing Deadline The […]

BIGTEC Private Limited Penalized Rs. 1 Crore for CSR Non-Compliance

March 26, 2025 777 Views 0 comment Print

BIGTEC Private Limited and its directors received penalties for failing to meet their Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) obligations for financial year 2023-24. Company acknowledged its non-compliance and paid fine as directed by MCA.

Provisional List of Audit Firms Yet to File NFRA-2 for Reporting Period 2022-23

March 26, 2025 693 Views 0 comment Print

List of audit firms yet to file NFRA-2 for 2022-23. Filing deadline was 30.11.2023; penalties apply for non-compliance. Late submissions are still accepted.

Independent Director Vacancies in Central PSUs

March 26, 2025 3504 Views 0 comment Print

86% of Independent Director positions in CPSEs remain vacant. Govt follows a structured process for appointments through ministries and search committees.

Government Actions on Non-Functional & Shell Companies

March 26, 2025 1152 Views 0 comment Print

In 2024, 16,798 companies were struck off under Section 248(2). No definition for shell companies exists under Companies Act, 2013. Compliance monitoring continues.

Company Registrations via Central Registration Centre

March 26, 2025 2325 Views 0 comment Print

The Central Registration Centre processed 98,098 e-forms in 2025. Meerut saw 3,340 company registrations since 2016. Learn more about CRC and CPC.

MCA21 Portal Implementation Challenges & Improvements: Key Updates

March 26, 2025 2028 Views 0 comment Print

MCA21 portal sees 84 lakh filings in 2024-25; SMEs report technical issues. Govt enhances server capacity, grievance redressal, and user support.

Allegations of Financial Misconduct and Bribery against Corporate Entities

March 26, 2025 1113 Views 0 comment Print

 Government’s approach to addressing corporate misconduct, strengthening investor protection, and promoting financial literacy through various initiatives.

Step by Step Process to File OPC Annual Return Online

March 25, 2025 1302 Views 0 comment Print

A One Person Company (OPC) is needed to conform with annual submitting regulations below the Companies Act, 2013. Filing the OPC Annual Return ensures transparency, financial accuracy, and legal compliance.

Search Post by Date
July 2026
M T W T F S S
 12345
6789101112
13141516171819
20212223242526
2728293031