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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 177 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 9417 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 237 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 1353 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 16191 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 519 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


MCA Reduces penalty for delay in filing of e-Form INC-20A to 30%

July 18, 2023 7179 Views 0 comment Print

Recent judgment reduces penalty for M/s. Vena Energy Renewables Resources Pvt Ltd’s delay in filing e-Form INC-20A, highlighting the MCA’s evolving compliance landscape.

Form DPT-3: Reporting Outstanding Loans & Borrowings | Companies Act 2013

July 17, 2023 61581 Views 2 comments Print

Discover the key points of Form DPT-3 under the Companies Act, 2013. Learn about its applicability, filing frequency, reporting details, consequences of non-filing, and exempted transactions.

Format of Board Report of Listed Company

July 17, 2023 58596 Views 0 comment Print

Explore the essential Format of Board Report for Listed Companies, covering financial highlights, management analysis, dividend recommendations, director responsibilities, audit reports, and more. Ensure compliance with regulatory stipulations and sectoral regulations. Download the sample director’s report for a comprehensive guide.

Struck off of name by ROC unsustainable as substantial movable and immovable assets held by Company

July 17, 2023 960 Views 0 comment Print

NCLAT Delhi held that struck off of name from the list of Active Companies by ROC unsustainable as Company is having substantial movable as well as immovable assets, and hence it cannot be said that the Appellant Company is not carrying on any business or operations.

Section 135 of Companies Act 2013 (CSR): An initiative for betterment of society

July 17, 2023 15525 Views 1 comment Print

Explore the legal framework and provisions of Section 135 of the Companies Act 2013, which mandates corporate social responsibility (CSR). Discover the applicability, contribution requirements, reporting obligations, and impact assessment of CSR policies for companies. Learn how CSR initiatives contribute to sustainable development and the overall welfare of society.

MCA approves withdrawal of another 7,338 prosecutions

July 15, 2023 972 Views 0 comment Print

MCA approves withdrawal of another 7,338 prosecutions pending before various courts under Special Arrears Clearance Drive-II towards promoting Ease of Doing Business and decriminalisation of compoundable offences under Companies Act, 2013

Examining the Competition Law Implications of HDFC Bank & HDFC Ltd Merger

July 15, 2023 3024 Views 0 comment Print

On April 4, 2022, HDFC Ltd, a prominent mortgage lender, announced its intention to merge with HDFC Bank. This merger, which is contingent upon various statutory and regulatory approvals, including those from the Competition Commission of India (CCI), the National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT), and relevant authorities, as well as the consent of shareholders and creditors of both companies.

ICSI Requests Company Law & LLP Law Settlement Scheme, 2023

July 15, 2023 18087 Views 0 comment Print

The Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ICSI) has written a letter to the Secretary of the Ministry of Corporate Affairs, requesting the introduction of the Company Law and LLP Law Settlement Scheme, 2023. The ICSI aims to address the challenges faced by stakeholders in filing e-forms and seeks relief for pending documents. This article […]

Received Notice for Cost Audit? Check what could be the reasons & what to do

July 15, 2023 7164 Views 2 comments Print

Received a Cost Audit Notice? Understand the reasons and take necessary steps. Applicability of Cost Audit is crucial for companies. Seek expert advice, analyze filings, and respond with proper justifications.

Company Name Board Format as Per Section 12(3)(A) of Companies Act, 2013

July 15, 2023 104910 Views 0 comment Print

Ensure compliance with Section 12(3)(A) of Companies Act, 2013. Learn the legal requirements for company board format, avoiding penalties. Get expert insights from CS JINAL SHAH.

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