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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 18159 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 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


Failure to Maintain Registered Office: MCA Imposes Penalty

November 6, 2023 816 Views 0 comment Print

Learn about MCAs penalty on United Agrolife for not maintaining a registered office. Details, analysis, and implications of the Companies Act violation.

Direct Overseas Listing for Indian Companies: Opportunities & Challenges

November 5, 2023 3060 Views 0 comment Print

Explore the opportunities and challenges of Indian companies listing on overseas markets, including benefits, policy implications, and key considerations.

Director Remenuration Under Section 197 of Companies Act, 2013

November 4, 2023 11574 Views 0 comment Print

Explore Section 197 & 198 of Companies Act, 2013 on director remuneration. Learn limits, approval, and penalties for public company remuneration.

What is Due Diligence for Startups in India?

November 3, 2023 4227 Views 0 comment Print

This article discusses the essential requirements for Indian startups. To avoid facing legal repercussions, companies, startups, and other business structures must commit to MCA compliance rules

EGM of Listed Company: Format of Notice of Pre Advertisement in Newspaper

November 1, 2023 4398 Views 0 comment Print

Discover the essential format and details of a Notice of Extra-Ordinary General Meeting (EGM) for a listed company. Navigate through compliance with MCA and SEBI circulars, electronic notice distribution, e-voting facilities, and the significance of updating shareholder information. Ensure transparency and effective communication in corporate governance.

Corporate Responsibilities: From Environmental Impact to Legal Accountability

November 1, 2023 2301 Views 0 comment Print

Corporate responsibility from environmental impact to legal accountability: Revise energy policy or face dire consequences, UN warns. ClientEarth sues Shell Plc. board on slow emission reduction targets.

Contravention of Section 143, Section 129 and AS 18: MCA Imposes Penalty on CA

October 31, 2023 1503 Views 0 comment Print

Read the adjudication order from the Registrar of Companies, West Bengal, imposing penalties under Companies Act, 2013 on B.K. SAHOO & COMPANY for non-compliance in the audit of TRANSMISSION & DISTRIBUTION (INDIA) LIMITED.

India’s Path to 100% Dematerialization: Recent Regulatory Amendments

October 31, 2023 1926 Views 0 comment Print

Discover how recent MCA amendments have led India closer to 100% dematerialization of shares. Changes affect private companies, enhancing transparency & efficiency.

Crucial Compliance Alert: MCA’s Latest Amendments for Companies & LLPs

October 31, 2023 4410 Views 0 comment Print

Stay compliant with MCA’s recent amendments. Explore rules on beneficial interest, register of partners, responsible person designation, and dematerialization for companies and LLPs.

Non-Filing of DIR-3 KYC: MCA Imposes Penalty

October 31, 2023 14523 Views 0 comment Print

Discover how MCA imposed a penalty on Hendrik Technology Private Limited for failing to file DIR-3 KYC, a violation of Companies Act, 2013, Section 153, and Rule 12(A).

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