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.
Company Law : The Companies Act, 2013 and related rules now require most public and private companies to issue and transfer securities only in d...
Company Law : The Companies Law Amendment Bill, 2026 proposes major reforms in corporate governance, compliance, and digital regulation. This ar...
Company Law : This guide explains the complete legal procedure for shifting a company’s registered office within the same state but under a di...
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 ...
Corporate Law : The article explains how digital adjudication systems, virtual hearings, and online compliance platforms are reshaping India’s c...
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...
Company Law : ICSI recommended restoring public access to basic company master data without mandatory login requirements. The representation sta...
Company Law : NFRA introduced guidelines to evaluate audit firms’ compliance and quality control systems. The framework emphasizes governance,...
Company Law : ICSI highlights delays in marking defective forms by RoCs under CCFS 2026. It urges MCA to mandate time-bound processing or allow ...
Company Law : The issue is ambiguity in filing authority during liquidation. ICSI has requested clarity to enable liquidators to maintain statut...
Company Law : The Madras High Court permitted Nidhi companies to submit fresh replies against NDH-4 rejection orders and directed authorities to...
Company Law : Legal Analysis and Narrative Brief: Dale and Carrington Investment Pvt. Ltd. and Another v. P.K. Prathapan and Others (Supreme Cou...
Company Law : The case examined whether Tribunal approval was required for extending preference share redemption. It was held that such extensio...
Company Law : The Tribunal held that allegations of siphoning ₹30 lakh were not supported by any evidence tracing funds to the respondent. Mer...
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...
Company Law : ROC Pune held that procedural lapses in a private placement involving one investor formed part of a single integrated transaction ...
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 ...
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...
Company Law : ROC Pune penalized a company and its directors for utilizing private placement funds before filing return of allotment under Secti...
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...
Uncover insights into common errors in the Company Auditor’s Report Order (CARO) with our comprehensive analysis. Discover the significance of CARO in ensuring transparent corporate reporting and learn how auditors can address errors to maintain credibility. From inadequate compliance to insufficient audit evidence, inaccurate reporting, and non-disclosure of related party transactions, each section provides a deep dive into key challenges auditors face.
Learn about private placement in companies, including its regulations, conditions, and compliance requirements. Understand the advantages and limitations of private placements for businesses and investors.
Understand the enforceability of circulars and notifications in relation to their publication in the official gazette. Explore the landmark cases of Harla v/s The state of Rajasthan and Gulf Goans Hotels Company Limited v/s Union of India for insights.
Learn about the role of a company secretary, their functions, duties, and the procedure for their appointment and removal. Understand the legal compliance and governance aspects of this key managerial position.
Learn about related party transactions, their definition, and significance in accordance with Section 188 of the Companies Act, 2013, and IND AS 24. Explore the meaning of related parties, their classification, and the requirements for disclosure and approval.
Many fintech startups in India have set up foreign holding companies (HoldCo) for attracting investment from offshore venture capital and private equity funds, taking advantage of favourable foreign regulatory regimes, better protection of intellectual property, easier access to capital and product markets and option of overseas listing.
Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) has announced an extension in the due date for filing Form DPT-3, allowing companies to file without paying additional fees until July 31, 2023. Get the details and implications of this decision in the official circular, General Circular no. 06/2023.
Explore the legal status of promoters under the Companies Act, 2013, as they play a pivotal role in the conception, incorporation, and establishment of a business. Learn about the definition of promoters, their rights, and their fiduciary position in the company. Understand the legal implications, including the right to recover initial expenses, proportionate amounts from co-promoters, and remuneration. Delve into key legal aspects to ensure transparency and ethical conduct in the promotion of businesses.
Section 2(34) of the Companies Act, 2013 defines directors. A director is a person appointed to the board of a company. In case of a one person company, there shall be at least one director. Every public company shall have three directors and every private company shall have two directors appointed to it.
A recent MCA notification, numbered G.S.R 367(E) and dated 15th May 2023, has introduced a significant development in the Fast Track Merger process. It mandates a strict time limit of 60 days for concluding the fast-track merger application filed before the Central Government (Regional Director).
