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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


Company Name Change and Objective Change: Draft Resolutions

July 4, 2023 5241 Views 0 comment Print

Learn how to change your company name and objective with the help of certified true copy draft resolutions. Follow the step-by-step process, including legal requirements and approvals, as per the Companies Act, 2013.

MCA Imposes Rs. 4 Lakh Penalty on Company for Failure to Maintain Registered Office

July 4, 2023 4479 Views 0 comment Print

MCA levied a penalty of Rs. 4 lakh on Giriraj Ginning and Pressing Private Limited for non-compliance with requirement of maintaining a registered office. Learn more about the violation and the penalties imposed.

Excel Based Depreciation Rate Calculator to Convert from SLM to WDV

July 4, 2023 9738 Views 0 comment Print

An Excel-based rate calculator to convert depreciation accounting from Straight Line Method (SLM) to Written Down Value (WDV) is a tool created in Microsoft Excel that helps in determining the depreciation rates for assets when transitioning from SLM to WDV method. Depreciation is the gradual decrease in the value of an asset over its useful […]

Understanding Form 15CA and Form 15CB: A Comprehensive Guide

July 4, 2023 11424 Views 0 comment Print

In this article, we provide a detailed analysis of Form 15CA and Form 15CB, their purpose, when they are required, and how to file them. Discover the mandatory information needed for filing and the transactions exempt from Form 15CA. Read on to ensure compliance with tax regulations for remittances to non-residents.

Board reports not on proper letterhead of Company- MCA imposes Penalty

July 4, 2023 30915 Views 0 comment Print

Ministry of Corporate Affairs imposes a penalty on Tanu Mercantile for not using proper company letterhead as per Companies Act, 2013. A comprehensive breakdown of case, implications, and penalty imposed.

MCA Penalty: Wrong Company Name in Auditor Appointment Letter in ADT-1

July 3, 2023 1743 Views 0 comment Print

MCA penalizes MIS Sandal Nidhi Limited for incorrect company name in auditor appointment letter attached in ADT-1. Detailed analysis of violation and penalty imposition.

Importance of a Company Secretary in Today’s Business Environment

July 3, 2023 6270 Views 1 comment Print

Learn about the role and significance of company secretaries in ensuring compliance and good governance in businesses. Understand the legal framework and recent adjudication orders related to the appointment of company secretaries.

Section 455 of Companies Act, 2013: A Respite for Inactive Businesses

July 2, 2023 4203 Views 0 comment Print

Explore Section 455 of the Companies Act, 2013, providing insights into dormant company status, eligibility criteria, application process, and obligations. Learn how businesses can efficiently manage inactive phases while staying compliant. Connect with a knowledgeable Company Secretary for legal guidance.

Pros & Cons of a Private Limited Company : A Comprehensive Guide

July 1, 2023 4935 Views 0 comment Print

Dive into the world of private limited companies. Explore their definitions, benefits, drawbacks, and implications in the business landscape.

Modifications/alterations after approval of resolution plan of CoC and before approval by Adjudicating Authority not justified

July 1, 2023 2601 Views 0 comment Print

NCLAT Chennai held that subsequent to the approval of the Resolution Plan of the CoC and before the approval by the Adjudicating Authority, no modifications / alterations can be called for as IBC is a time bound process.

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