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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


Delay in CS Appointment: Penalty reduced from 6 Lakh to 4 Lakh by RD

April 10, 2023 570 Views 0 comment Print

Dive into the appeal under Companies Act, 2013 by Vaasudev Grain Mill Pvt Ltd. Learn about penalties, Covid-19 challenges, and the final resolution by the Regional Director.

Who is responsible for maintenance & preservation of audit trail?

April 10, 2023 7068 Views 0 comment Print

Responsibility casted upon Management for effective maintenance & safe custody or preservation of records including Audit Trail.

List of Documents Required For Shifting of Registered Office From One Sate To Another State

April 8, 2023 5883 Views 0 comment Print

Discover the comprehensive list of documents required for shifting the registered office from one state to another under the Companies Act, 2013. Ensure a smooth transition by preparing the necessary paperwork.

Demystifying Audit Trail (Edit Log)

April 8, 2023 19761 Views 0 comment Print

An Audit Trail is a detailed, chronological record where accounting, and other financial data are tracked and traced. It is advisable to have an Audit trail as it would verify and track all kinds of transactions, work processes, accounting details, trades, accounts etc, especially now that the MCA has made it mandatory.

Overview of CSR expenditure

April 8, 2023 65139 Views 2 comments Print

Company covered under Section 135(1) of Companies Act, 2013 is required to spend 2% of Average net profits of company made during three immediately preceding financial years towards CSR

Auditor’s Responsibility in respect of Audit Trail effective from April 1, 2023

April 7, 2023 39228 Views 0 comment Print

Understand the auditors responsibility in relation to audit trail effective from April 1, 2023. Learn the key definitions, implications for accounting software, and the audit approach. Stay compliant with the latest regulations.

Difference between audit of co-operative societies and joint stock companies – Auditor’s responsibility to Registrar &  Society

April 7, 2023 10332 Views 1 comment Print

Explore the crucial differences between auditing co-operative societies and joint stock companies. Learn about the extensive responsibilities of auditors in co-operative audits, including adherence to statutory rules, valuation, examination of overdue debts, and more. Stay informed about the unique challenges and obligations faced by auditors in the co-operative sector.

New Accounting Rule Requires Audit Trail in Company Software from April 2023

April 6, 2023 9339 Views 0 comment Print

Understand the new Companies (Accounting) Rules, 2014 amendment effective from April 2023, mandating the use of accounting software with an audit trail feature. Explore implications, compliance requirements, and the role of statutory auditors. Ensure your company’s adherence to the latest legal provisions.

In-depth analysis of Representative Actions and Derivatives Actions with respect to The Companies Act, 2013

April 6, 2023 8682 Views 0 comment Print

Explore the nuances of Representative Actions and Derivative Actions under The Companies Act, 2013. Understand features, advantages, and limitations of these legal mechanisms for shareholder rights and corporate accountability. Stay informed with our in-depth analysis.

Penalty imposed on company for not conducting 4 board meetings in a year

April 5, 2023 22581 Views 0 comment Print

ROC Delhi imposes penalty on Delhi based Private Limited Company for non-compliance of Section 118 of Companies Act, 2013 i.e. for not conducting 4 board meetings in a year. Facts: The Company had filed suo-motu an application for adjudication for violation of Section 118(10) of the Act, r/w Secretarial Standard -1, issued by ICSI, wherein […]

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