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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


Bridging Gender Disparities: Maternity Benefits and Paternity Leave in India – A Fictional Story of Advocacy and Progress towards Gender Equality

April 28, 2023 1893 Views 0 comment Print

Explore the legal landscape of maternity benefits and paternity leave in India through a fictional story of advocacy. Bridging gender disparities and fostering equality in the workplace.

NFRA penalises & debarred CA for Audit failures in violation of law & SA

April 28, 2023 3372 Views 0 comment Print

NFRA imposes penalty of Two Lakhs on CA Hemant Khator Swami who was  Engagement Partner for the statutory audit of Women Next Loungeries Ltd for Financial Year 2016-17 for Audit failures and also debarred him for two years from being appointed as an auditor or internal auditor or from undertaking any audit in respect of […]

NFRA penalises and debarred CA for Audit failures

April 28, 2023 4842 Views 0 comment Print

NFRA imposes penalty of Two Lakhs on CA Narayan Prasad Swami who was  Engagement Partner for the statutory audit of Women Next Loungeries Ltd for Financial Year 2017-18 for Audit failures and also debarred him for two years from being appointed as an auditor or internal auditor or from undertaking any audit in respect of […]

Brief Discussion about Struck Off Company

April 27, 2023 12930 Views 0 comment Print

A strike-off company is a company that has been removed from the official register of companies. This means that it no longer exists as a legal entity and is unable to trade or conduct any business. Essentially, the company ceases to exist once it has been struck off.

CSR: Building a Sustainable Future for Business & Society

April 27, 2023 1125 Views 0 comment Print

Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) refers to a company’s responsibility to contribute to the sustainable development of society. CSR is not only about fulfilling legal obligations but also going beyond them to ensure that the company operates in a way that benefits its stakeholders and the environment.

Everything about – Audit Trail under Companies Act, 2013 wef 01.04.2023

April 27, 2023 161430 Views 3 comments Print

Understand the nuances of the Audit Trail as per the Companies Act, 2013 effective April 1, 2023. Explore provisions, applicability, responsibilities of companies and auditors, and key considerations for compliance. Stay informed about the latest changes in audit and reporting requirements.

FAQ’s on MSME-1

April 27, 2023 23193 Views 1 comment Print

Explore the basics of MSME-1, its due date, and frequently asked questions related to filing. Understand eligibility criteria, consequences of late filing, and practical insights. Stay informed on MSME-1 compliance for Companies under the Companies Act, 2013.

Definition of MSME and Who Need to File MSME Forms

April 26, 2023 8724 Views 3 comments Print

Discover the updated MSME definition as per MCAs June 1, 2020 notification. Learn who needs to file MSME forms, the requirements, due dates, and penalties for non-compliance. Stay informed for smooth ROC compliance.

CSR under Companies Act 2013: A Discussion between Arjuna & Krishna

April 26, 2023 918 Views 0 comment Print

Explore the nuances of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) under the Companies Act 2013 through a dialogue between Arjuna and Krishna. Understand the legal provisions, benefits, and strategic aspects of CSR, including compliance, impact measurement, and transparent communication.

NFRA imposes Rs. One crore penalty on CA Firm and Rs. 5 Lakh on Partner

April 26, 2023 31365 Views 0 comment Print

NFRA’s investigations inter alia revealed that the TDL’s Auditors for the FY 2018-19, had failed to meet the relevant requirements of the Standards on Auditing (‘SA’ hereafter) in a number of significant aspects and demonstrated a serious lack of competence. They failed to evaluate their potential conflict of interest and failed to maintain their independence […]

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