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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 174 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 9414 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 1347 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 513 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


Procedure for Conversion of OPC Into Private Company

March 27, 2023 35394 Views 1 comment Print

One person Company is totally a revolutionized concept brought by Companies Act, 2013 where a single person can easily form a company of his own enjoying both the benefits of sole ownership as well as corporate identity.

Authorized signatory of cheque, not being drawer, cannot be directed to pay interim compensation

March 27, 2023 11727 Views 0 comment Print

Lyka Labs Limited Vs State of Maharashtra (Bombay High Court) Bombay High Court held that the signatory of the cheque, authorized by the “Company”, is not the drawer in terms of section 143A of the Negotiable Instruments Act and cannot be directed to pay interim compensation under section 143A. Facts- The issue involves that whether […]

Understanding Section 62(4) of Companies Act with Practical Example

March 27, 2023 5394 Views 1 comment Print

The sub section (4) of section 62 of companies act 2013, also talks about conversion of loans, debentures raised from government into equity of the company  when it may be necessary in public interest however it doesn’t specifically mention conversion only when the company is in distress

Appeal Procedure Under Companies Act, 2013

March 27, 2023 11829 Views 1 comment Print

Learn about the appeal procedure under the Companies Act, 2013 in India, empowering companies to challenge orders by the Registrar of Companies (ROC) and seek justice.

One Person Company (OPC) – Features, Advantage, Disadvantage, Formation Process

March 25, 2023 55206 Views 0 comment Print

Learn about the advantages, disadvantages, and formation process of One Person Company (OPC) in India. Start your own business with this unique form of business entity.

Audit Trail feature in accounting software from 1st April, 2023

March 25, 2023 203313 Views 3 comments Print

MCA made it mandatory for every company to fulfill requirement of an audit trail feature in their accounting software from 1st April, 2023.

Companies (CSR Policy) Amendment Rules 2021 – Implications

March 24, 2023 11571 Views 1 comment Print

Discover the implications of the Companies (CSR Policy) Amendment Rules 2021 with a critical analysis. Uncover changes in CSR activities, definitions, and spending rules. Explore the impact on ongoing projects, administration overheads, CSR committee responsibilities, reporting, and penalties for non-compliance. Stay informed about the amendments and their effect on CSR expenditure, governance, and disclosure.

Women Director under the provisions of Companies Act, 2013

March 24, 2023 11598 Views 0 comment Print

MCA and SEBI recognize the importance of having women on the Board of directors to promote good corporate governance, accountability, and credibility. To ensure gender equality in top management positions, they have made it mandatory for certain classes of companies to have at least one female director.

Request for extension of time period for filing of Form CSR 2

March 24, 2023 12804 Views 0 comment Print

ICSI Request for extension of time period for filing of Form CSR 2 for the financial year ended March 31, 2022 without levying additional fee

MCA notice for non-compliance of provision related to Cost records & Solution

March 24, 2023 5805 Views 0 comment Print

Learn about the MCA notice for non-compliance with cost records under Section 148 of the Companies Act 2013, and discover solutions for directors, including appointing a Cost Accountant, maintaining accurate records, rectifying non-compliance, seeking professional advice, and timely communication with the MCA to avoid penalties and legal consequences.

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