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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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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 171 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 55083 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 306 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 645 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 1797 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 1062 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 9414 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 390 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 extended CCFS-2026 Until 31 August 2026

Company Law :  MCA extends the Companies Compliance Facilitation Scheme, 2026 up to 31 August 2026 due to data center restoration following the...

July 8, 2026 1323 Views 0 comment Print

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 16185 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


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

January 15, 2024 1350 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 1716 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 1986 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 1413 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 2337 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 2409 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 3528 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 8451 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 843 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.

Non-Disclosure of DIN in Financial Statements: MCA Imposes 3 lakh Penalty

January 11, 2024 1674 Views 0 comment Print

Explore the adjudication order imposing penalties on MARS MERCANTILES PRIVATE LIMITED for non-compliance with Section 158 of the Companies Act, 2013. Understand the violations, company’s response, and the imposed penalties.

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