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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 144 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 510 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 17946 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 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 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


Non- Appointment of CS: MCA Reduces Penalty by 85% to Rs. 4.47 Lakh

February 2, 2024 495 Views 0 comment Print

Registrar of Companies imposed penalties on the company and its directors, citing non-compliance with Section 203. However, upon review, the penalty was reduced by 85% due to mitigating circumstances, including diligent efforts to fill the position and the unforeseen challenges posed by the pandemic.

Non- Appointment of CS: MCA Reduces Penalty by 85% to Rs. 2.25 Lakh

February 2, 2024 489 Views 0 comment Print

Vishnupriya Hotels and Resorts Private Limited failed to appoint a Company Secretary despite the stipulated requirements under Section 203 of the Companies Act, 2013, since November 2, 2018. The Registrar of Companies, Andhra Pradesh, imposed a penalty of Rs. 5,00,000/- each on the company and its two directors, totaling Rs. 15,00,000/-.

Understand Physical Share Transmission: What You Need to Know

February 2, 2024 5334 Views 0 comment Print

Understand legal process for Transmission of Physical Shares. Learn implications & provisions from Companies Act. Devolve title to Shares w/ Transfer vs. Transmission.

Non-appointment of CS: MCA Reduces Penalty from ₹31.62 Lakh to ₹4.47 Lakh

February 2, 2024 567 Views 0 comment Print

Significant reduction in penalties for Aerostructures Assemblies India by MCA over compliance issues, highlighting efforts during COVID-19. Read more.

Non-appointment of CS – MCA reduces Penalty by ₹12.75 Lakh

February 2, 2024 498 Views 0 comment Print

Discover the impact as MCA reduces penalties by 12.75 Lakh in the case of Vishnupriya Hotels and Resorts. Detailed analysis of the adjudication order and implications for companies.

Legal Procedures for Transmission of Demat Shares

February 2, 2024 4740 Views 0 comment Print

Explore the nuanced process of transmitting Demat shares, deciphering legal provisions, SEBI guidelines, and essential documents. Uncover the significance of nominations and simplify the complex world of share transmission.

Crucial Role of a Company Secretary in CSR Audits: Navigating CSR with Precision

February 1, 2024 1851 Views 0 comment Print

Explore the evolving role of a Company Secretary in Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) audits. From policy formulation to program assessments, discover the multifaceted responsibilities shaping a socially responsible corporate culture.

Checklist 2024, How to Register a Company in India?

February 1, 2024 3594 Views 0 comment Print

Explore the 2024 checklist for registering a company in India. Learn legal requirements, documentation, and the step-by-step procedure for seamless incorporation

Unspent CSR fund Transfer delay: Govt Reduces penalty from 67.16 Lakh to 13.43 Lakh

February 1, 2024 1461 Views 0 comment Print

Learn how MCA RD reduces penalty from 67.16 Lakh to 13.43 Lakh for unspent CSR fund transfer delays. Details of the case and grounds for penalty reduction.

Non-appointment of CS – MCA reduces Penalty from ₹29.94L to ₹4.49L

February 1, 2024 1158 Views 0 comment Print

Discover how IBM Global Financing India’s non-appointment of a Company Secretary led to a hefty penalty by MCA, which was later reduced from ₹29.94 lakh to ₹4.49 lakh after appeal.

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