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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


Guide to e-Form DPT-3, Due Date and Consequences

July 8, 2023 7191 Views 0 comment Print

Understand the requirements of filing e-Form DPT-3, the due date for annual return filing, and the penal consequences of non-compliance. Get insights into the purpose of the form, its applicability, and the latest amendments.

Indian Business Structures: Company, LLP, Liaison & Branch Office

July 6, 2023 3474 Views 0 comment Print

An in-depth comparison of different business structures in India – Private Company, Limited Liability Partnership, Liaison Office, and Branch Office. Discover the key differences to make informed decisions.

Private Limited Companies in India: A Comprehensive Guide

July 6, 2023 5805 Views 0 comment Print

Explore the comprehensive guide to Private Limited Companies in India, covering formation complexities, advantages, disadvantages, and common registration mistakes. Learn about limited liability, legal protection, shareholder requirements, and the pros and cons of PLCs. Gain insights to make informed decisions and successfully establish your company.

Can Compulsorily Convertible Debentures (CCDs) be issued under Rights Issue?

July 6, 2023 14466 Views 0 comment Print

Gain insights into the provisions of the Companies Act, 2013 regarding rights issues and the issue of Compulsorily Convertible Debentures (CCDs). Learn about the regulations governing share issuance to existing shareholders, conditions for CCD issuance, and the implications of these provisions.

MCA Imposes ₹19.92 Lakh Penalty for Non-Appointment of Company Secretary

July 6, 2023 15669 Views 0 comment Print

MCA recently imposed a penalty of ₹19.92 Lakh on R.R. Lifesciences Pvt. Ltd. for failing to appoint a Company Secretary, in violation of Section 203 of Companies Act, 2013.

Streamlining Mergers: Optimized Rules for Corporate Restructuring

July 5, 2023 1383 Views 0 comment Print

Explore significant amendments introduced by MCA in India for fast-track mergers. Discover key changes, benefits, and implications of amended rules, promoting efficiency, certainty, and timely decision-making in merger process.

MCA Imposes Penalty for Delay in Filing Member’s Resolution & Explanatory Statement

July 5, 2023 6981 Views 0 comment Print

MCA has imposed a penalty on Alag Brainworks Limited for violating Section 117 of Companies Act, 2013 by failing to file a member’s resolution and explanatory statement within specified time frame. Learn more about the case and the penalties imposed by the MCA.

MCA Imposes Penalty for Delay in Filing Resolution & Explanatory Statement

July 5, 2023 1257 Views 0 comment Print

MCA issued an ex-parte order imposing penalties under Section 454(3) of Companies Act, 2013 for a violation of Section 117 read with Section 62(1)(c). The case involves the delay in filing the required e-form MGT-14 for a resolution regarding the issue of equity shares on a preferential basis.

Regulatory Updates: June 2023 | Company, SEBI, RBI & Insolvency Law

July 4, 2023 2415 Views 0 comment Print

Stay updated with the latest regulatory changes in June 2023. This comprehensive compilation covers updates in company law, securities law, RBI, case laws, and more. Get insights into important due dates and recent penalties imposed on non-compliance.

MCA Imposes Rs. 3 Lakh Penalty for Failure to Appoint Internal Auditor

July 4, 2023 17415 Views 0 comment Print

Read about penalty imposed by MCA on Antique Exim Pvt. Ltd. for violating Section 138 of Companies Act, 2013 by failing to appoint an internal auditor. The penalty amount is Rs. 3 lakh.

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