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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


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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 18315 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


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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


Decoding LLP (Significant Beneficial Owners) Rules 2023: GSR 832(E) Analysis

January 15, 2024 3108 Views 0 comment Print

Dive into rule-by-rule analysis of GSR 832(E), Limited Liability Partnership (Significant Beneficial Owners) Rules 2023, examining definitions, duties, significant beneficial ownership, and more.

Analyzing the Myth: Corporate Officers’ Duty to Maximize Firm & Shareholder Value

January 15, 2024 1197 Views 0 comment Print

The present article aims to analyse the reality and truth behind the famous concept of corporate law. The prominent myth that continues to play important roles in law are examined

Companies Act, 2013: A Leap Towards Corporate Democracy & Shareholder Activism

January 15, 2024 1644 Views 0 comment Print

Explore how the Companies Act of 2013 in India has elevated corporate governance, encouraged shareholder activism, and addressed issues related to independent directors. Understand the legislative changes aimed at enhancing transparency, shareholder engagement, and corporate democracy.

NFAR Annual Report 2022-23

January 13, 2024 1905 Views 0 comment Print

The NFAR Annual Report for 2022-23 reflects a pivotal year marked by significant achievements and milestones. This comprehensive report, offers stakeholders a holistic view of NFAR operations and activities throughout the year. Notably, the grantee status granted by Parliament in the Supplementary Grants of 2022-23 has bolstered NFRA’s financial autonomy. NFRA focus on audit quality […]

Assessing CSR Evolution in India’s Corporate Governance

January 13, 2024 1392 Views 0 comment Print

Explore the evolution of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) in India, its alignment with corporate governance, and the societal impact. Assess the effectiveness, challenges, and the need for reform

MCA Imposes Penalty for Not Providing Board Meeting Minutes

January 12, 2024 2241 Views 0 comment Print

Understand MCA’s penalty imposition on EUEB India for failing to provide board meeting minutes approving financial statements. Analysis, implications, and next steps.

MCA reduces Additional DIN Surrender Delay Fine from Rs. 5.03 Lakh to 50,000

January 12, 2024 2319 Views 0 comment Print

Explore the MCA’s recent decision to reduce penalty for delaying surrender of a second DIN, impacting SPS Motors Private Limited. Analysis, implications, and key details revealed.

Delay in CS Appointment: MCA Reduces penalty from Rs. 25 Lakh to 12.5 Lakh

January 12, 2024 3501 Views 0 comment Print

Discover how MCAs delay in CS appointment led to reduced penalty for Suvarnabhoomi Enterprises from Rs. 25 Lakh to 12.5 Lakh. Detailed analysis and implications.

Dematerialization of Shares for Private Limited Companies in India

January 12, 2024 8355 Views 0 comment Print

Effective from October 27, 2023, private limited companies, excluding small companies, are required to issue and convert all existing securities into dematerialized form by September 30, 2024.

Violation of Section 179: RD, MCA Upholds Penalty of Rs. 21 Lakh

January 12, 2024 780 Views 0 comment Print

Appeal under Section 454 of the Companies Act confirmed. Penalties upheld for failure to comply with Section 179. Total fine: Rs. 21 lakhs.

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