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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 18327 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


ICSI requests MCA to relax levy of additional fees on 45 forms till 30.06.2023

March 29, 2023 4803 Views 0 comment Print

ICSI requests relaxation in the levy of additional fee for filing of 45 forms which are due for filing between 07.02.2023 and 30.06.2023 till June 30, 2023 and for allowing filing of such 6 Forms namely Form GNL-2, MGT-14, PAS-3, SH-8, SH-9, SH-11, in physical mode till June 30, 2023.

ROC Delhi Imposes Penalty for Violation of Section 42 pertaining to Private Placement

March 29, 2023 3735 Views 0 comment Print

ROC Delhi imposes penalties on Alpur Solar Private Limited for violating Section 42 of the Companies Act, 2013, related to private placement. Learn about the violations and penalties.

NFRA Letter regarding instances of non compliances with Ind As

March 29, 2023 11913 Views 0 comment Print

Instances of non-compliance with Indian Accounting Standards (Ind ASs) on Accounting Policies for measurement of Revenue from Contracts with Customers and Trade Receivables

Importance of Audit Trail in Accounting Software

March 29, 2023 6840 Views 0 comment Print

Understand the significance of audit trails in accounting software. Explore the benefits, challenges, and importance of maintaining audit trails for compliance, user accountability, security, and process improvement. Get insights into the amendments made by the MCA, the extension of the implementation, and the impact on businesses. Stay informed about the what, who, when, where, and how of maintaining an audit trail and address challenges to enhance efficiency.

MCA imposes penalty on CA for Non-reporting of violations in audit report

March 29, 2023 40431 Views 0 comment Print

Section 143(3)(d) of Companies Act, 2013 states that ‘the auditors report shall state whether, the company’s balance sheet and profit and loss account dealt with in the report are in agreement with the books of account and returns’. It is apparent from the financial statements for the financial year ended 31.03.2021 Interest Accrued” on Secured […]

MCA imposes penalty on Company for Non-maintenance of registers

March 29, 2023 15900 Views 0 comment Print

Section 94(1) of Companies Act, 2013 states that the register required to be kept and maintained by a company under section 88 and copies of the annual return filed under section 92 shall be kept at the registered office of the company. During the course of inspection the company failed to furnish such registers and […]

Registrar of Companies removed or strike off names of 454 Companies

March 29, 2023 2781 Views 0 comment Print

Registrar of Companies removed or strike off the names of 454 Companies as per annexure on this day of 29-03-2023 from Register of Companies

Buyback of Shares of Private/Unlisted Company

March 28, 2023 89781 Views 3 comments Print

Explore the process of share buyback for private/unlisted companies, covering legal aspects, authorization, limits, and mandatory documentation. Ensure compliance with the Companies Act, 2013, and understand the steps involved, from board resolutions to filing with the Registrar of Companies. Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only.

Secretarial Standards

March 28, 2023 25539 Views 3 comments Print

Secretarial Standards are policies that define a typical structure and process for carrying out particular tasks within an organisation. Secretarial Standards covering a variety of subjects, such as Board of Directors and General Meeting meetings, the upkeep of registers and records, and the selection and compensation of directors, have been published by the ICSI.

Regulatory updates for the Month of March 2023

March 27, 2023 2700 Views 0 comment Print

Stay informed with the latest regulatory updates in March 2023. Explore changes in Company Law, Securities Law, POSH, Insolvency Law, and key case laws.

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