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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


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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 18342 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


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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


Non-filing of Board resolution for appointment of Internal Auditors- Rs. 3.96 Lakh Penalty Imposed

January 31, 2023 5235 Views 0 comment Print

Section 179(3)(k) of Companies Act, 2013 read with Sub-Rule 5 of Rule 8 of Companies (Meetings of Board and its Power) Rules, 2014 mandated to file Board resolution for appointment of Internal Auditors in Company.

Penalty for non-holding of board meeting since incorporation of Company

January 30, 2023 4965 Views 0 comment Print

As per Section 92(1)(f) of the Companies Act, 2013: Every company shall prepare a return (hereinafter referred to as the annual return) in the prescribed form containing the particulars as they stood on the close of the financial year regarding – meetings of members or a class thereof, Board and its various committees along with […]

MCA penalises CA for not commenting on Related party transaction in Audit report

January 30, 2023 4563 Views 1 comment Print

Company contravened with the AS-18 read with Section 129 read with Schedule III of Companies Act, 2013 thereby affecting true and fair view of state of affairs of Company from financial year 2016-17 to 2020-21. Auditor failed to comment on the same in audit report for aforesaid financial years.

Non-filing of annual return equals to non-holding of board meeting – ROC imposes Penalty

January 30, 2023 1044 Views 0 comment Print

It is observed that the Company has not filed annual return since incorporation, therefore no record is available regarding the number of board meetings taken place. Hence, it is implied that the Company has not conducted the board meetings. Therefore, it appears that the provision of section 173(1) of the Companies Act, 2013 has been […]

Dissection of Provision of Entrenchment of Articles under Companies Act, 2013

January 29, 2023 2910 Views 0 comment Print

Applying provisions or conditions that more restrictive in nature than those applicable to the Company is called as Entrenchment of Articles.

ICSI Presentation On MCA21 V3 Company module – Set 2 of 56 forms

January 29, 2023 3828 Views 0 comment Print

PRESENTATION ON MCA21 V3 Company module – Set 2 forms 23rd January 2023 Go-Live Set 2 – Forms Count Description Count of Forms 1 Set 2 [Incorporation forms] 10 2 Set 2 [Other forms] 46 TOTAL 56 Set 2– Incorporation forms Sl.No. Form Num Form Name Rule chapter 1 SPICe+ PART A Application for reservation […]

A Journey Through Time: The Evolution of Companies Act in India

January 28, 2023 12888 Views 0 comment Print

Embark on a journey through time as we explore the evolution of the Companies Act in India. From its inception in 1866 to the latest iteration in 2013, discover the key features, changes, and impact on the business landscape.

Overview & changes in Company V3 forms

January 28, 2023 8970 Views 0 comment Print

Explore the significant changes in Company Version 3 forms introduced by the Ministry of Corporate Affairs. Understand the new filing process, user registration, and digital signature requirements. Stay informed about the amendments and enhancements in SPICe+, DIR-12, MGT-14, and more. Streamline your compliance with the latest updates.

Removal of director of a Company – Things to be kept in mind & Procedure

January 26, 2023 52218 Views 0 comment Print

Discover the intricacies of removing a director from a company as per Section 169 of the Companies Act, 2013. Understand the step-by-step procedure, reasons for removal, and key considerations in this comprehensive guide.

All about Remuneration paid to Directors of Listed Entity – Series 3

January 26, 2023 12243 Views 0 comment Print

Explore the series on remuneration paid to directors of public listed companies, covering executive and non-executive directors. Uncover additional compliances and precautions for payments, including SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, shareholder approvals, and scrutiny by Proxy Advisory firms. Stay informed on the evolving landscape of director remuneration in the corporate world.

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