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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 18321 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 1809 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


Procedure of Alteration of Memorandum & Articles of Association

April 15, 2023 23475 Views 0 comment Print

Navigate the procedure for altering Memorandum and Articles of Association. Comply with Companies Act, 2013, convene board meetings, issue notices, hold general meetings, and file with ROC seamlessly.

Letterhead Format As Per Companies Act, 2013

April 14, 2023 123708 Views 2 comments Print

Currently, the word ‘compliance’ is used everywhere. Compliance means that a company follows the applicable rules and laws. No one suffers when compliance is done correctly. But when it isn’t done correctly, you have to be prepared to pay hefty a penalty for non-compliance.

ROC Compliance Calendar 2023-24 (FY 2022-23)

April 14, 2023 124386 Views 1 comment Print

Stay compliant with ROC Annual Filing for 2023-24 in India. Know the due dates for forms like MSMe 1, LLP 11, PAS 6, DPT 3, FLA, DIR 3 KYC, and more. Avoid penalties with this ROC Compliance Calendar.

Adequacy of Company Law to Prevent and Punish Corporate Frauds

April 14, 2023 1251 Views 0 comment Print

Author aims to examine adequacy of Companies Act, 2013 against corporate frauds through analysing the definition of fraud as per Section 447 of Companies Act, 2013 and flaws that are present with reporting duty of auditors and independent directors.

Annual Compliance for Private and Public Limited Company

April 14, 2023 3207 Views 0 comment Print

Ensure timely Annual Compliance for Private and Public Limited Companies with forms like MGT-7, AOC-4, DIR-12, and more. Stay compliant with due dates and relevant sections.

Buy back of Securities under Companies Act, 2013

April 14, 2023 6216 Views 0 comment Print

Explore the concept, sources, and pre-conditions for buyback of securities under Companies Act, 2013. Understand the procedure in private companies, with key steps, due diligence, and compliance checklist. Learn about forms required for filing and the role of a Practicing Company Secretary (PCS) in the digital era. Stay informed to prevent legal disputes, breach of contract, and regulatory non-compliance. Disclaimer: This document provides general information and is not a substitute for professional advice. Verify with the relevant provisions of applicable laws for accuracy and completeness.

AUDIT TRAIL: Start of a Disciplined Accounting Era

April 14, 2023 41244 Views 2 comments Print

Explore the transformative impact of the Audit Trail in the Companies Act 2013, ensuring disciplined accounting. Learn the who, what, and how of Audit Trails in India. Stay compliant and accountable with audit trail features in software like Tally, QuickBooks, Zoho Books, Busy Accounting Software, and Marg ERP. Understand the consequences of non-compliance and discover how audit trails foster transparency, prevent fraud, and enhance corporate governance.

Practical Aspects for Conversion of OPC (One Person Company) into Private Limited Company

April 13, 2023 8682 Views 0 comment Print

To doing business or start business with the tag of OPC is now very common these days due to less compliance and easy to establish but when the business start grows, company want to expand its identity with more effective and legally term. Now the OPC company has an option under companies act 2013 to move forward for convert itself, voluntary into Private Limited/Limited.

Important Statutory Due dates for OPC Annual Filing for FY 2022-23

April 13, 2023 98259 Views 8 comments Print

OPCs are required to file two annual forms, namely MGT 7A and AOC 4, every year. It’s important to understand what these forms are and their respective due dates for OPC Annual Filing.

ऑडिट ट्रेल – अनुशासित एकाउंटिंग की ओर एक कदम

April 13, 2023 4233 Views 0 comment Print

कंपनी अधिनियम 2013 ने ऑडिट ट्रेल की नई अवधारणा पेश की है , जो एक कंपनी द्वारा किए गए सभी लेनदेन और व्यवहारों  के व्यवस्थित रिकॉर्ड कि रखरखाव को अनिवार्य करती है। ऑडिट ट्रेल का उद्देश्य कंपनी की वित्तीय और परिचालन गतिविधियों में पारदर्शिता और जवाबदेही निर्धारित करना है। कंपनियों पर ऑडिट ट्रेल के इस प्रावधान के दूरगामी प्रभाव देखने में आयेंगे ऐसा माना जा रहा है।

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