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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 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


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


Violation of Section 62(3) of Companies Act 2013- MCA Imposes Penalty

November 17, 2023 15795 Views 0 comment Print

Explore the case of WURKNET PRIVATE LIMITED penalized by MCA under Section 62(3) of the Companies Act, 2013. Analysis of violation, hearing details, and imposed penalties

Yearly Compliance Applicable To Group Gratuity Trust

November 17, 2023 17439 Views 2 comments Print

Understand the yearly compliance applicable to the Group Gratuity Trust – Learn about the need to maintain books of accounts, make contributions, and pass entries. Get advice on how to do it.

IEPF Compliance Guide: Forms, Rules and Timeframes for Companies

November 17, 2023 6216 Views 0 comment Print

IEPF checklist, including forms like IEPF-1 to IEPF-4, rules, and timeframes for filing. Stay compliant with the Investor Education and Protection Fund regulations.

Circular Resolutions under Section 175: Companies Act and Board Powers

November 17, 2023 38970 Views 0 comment Print

Unlock the complexities of Circular Resolutions under Section 175: Companies Act. Dive into key agenda items, restrictions, and impactful decisions shaping corporate governance. Explore vital insights to navigate board powers effectively

MCA Imposes Penalty for Non-Disclosure of ESOP in Explanatory Statement

November 17, 2023 3318 Views 0 comment Print

The Ministry of Corporate Affairs penalizes WURKNET PRIVATE LIMITED for violating Companies Act, 2013 by not disclosing ESOP details. Analysis, implications, and order details

Violation of Section 89- Delay in filing of form MGT-4 – MCA Imposes Penalty

November 16, 2023 5283 Views 0 comment Print

Explore the MCA’s penalty on VALOR ADVISORY for Section 89 violation, analyzing delays in filing MGT-4. Detailed order, penalties, and compliance steps revealed.

Significance of Significant Beneficial Owners under Companies Act, 2013 in case of Companies

November 16, 2023 6249 Views 1 comment Print

Impact of Significant Beneficial Owners (SBOs) under Companies Act, their identification criteria, reporting obligations, and the role of designated persons for transparent corporate governance.

Loan to Director or Related Persons: Legal Compliance & Tax Implications

November 16, 2023 30411 Views 0 comment Print

Legal provisions under Companies Act 2013, Section 185, governing loans to directors. Learn about compliance, penalties, and tax implications for shareholders.

NCLT restore name of Striked-Off Company subject to Payment of Cost

November 15, 2023 2985 Views 0 comment Print

Legal process of restoring struck-off companies by NCLT. Learn about appeals, defenses, and the cost implications in the restoration of company names.

FAQ’s: Issue of Securities in Dematerialized Form by Private Companies

November 15, 2023 2748 Views 0 comment Print

Explore Rule 9B amendments for private companies’ securities. FAQs on dematerialization rules, compliance deadlines, and key actions. Stay informed for smooth operations.

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