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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 165 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 55080 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 1788 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 384 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 231 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 1050 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 16182 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 510 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


Incorporating Internal Financial Controls Over Financial Reporting Empirically- Series 7–Budget & MIS

December 12, 2022 2571 Views 0 comment Print

Explore the intricacies of Internal Financial Controls Over Financial Reporting (IFC) through an empirical lens, focusing on Series 7—Budget & MIS. Understand statutory sections u/s 134, 143, 177 of the Companies Act, 2013, delving into the essence of HR worker & staff processes. Unlock insights into planning, budgeting, and MIS, emphasizing their importance and effective implementation.

Company not filed Balance Sheet- Benefit of small company cannot be given in Penalty proceedings

December 12, 2022 1119 Views 0 comment Print

Whereas, the company is in default for filing its Financial Statements since its incorporation with the office of Registrar of Companies, Patna. Hence, this office has issued show cause notice for default under section 137 of the Companies Act, 2013 vide No ROC/ PAT/ SCN/ 137/ 22447/ 1166-1169 dated 23.08.2022. As per MCA portal, paid […]

Loans, Investment, Guarantee or Security by Company: FAQs

December 12, 2022 8769 Views 1 comment Print

Explore FAQs on company loans, investments, guarantees, and security under Sections 185 and 186 of the Companies Act, 2013. Understand practical insights, exemptions, and compliance for seamless financial operations. Consult for expert guidance. Disclaimer: Information shared is educational, consult professionals for specific scenarios.

Documents Required for Registration of Private Limited Company

December 11, 2022 22581 Views 1 comment Print

Discover the essential documents needed for Private Limited Company Registration. Ensure accuracy in PAN, ID proofs, and utility bills. Quick and efficient process with expert guidance.

Know How to Claim Unclaimed Dividend from Company

December 10, 2022 17754 Views 0 comment Print

A dividend is a portion of a company’s profits that are given to each shareholder. The Board of Directors determines and declares the quantity and quality of dividends. A dividend can be final or interim; the former is announced at the conclusion of the fiscal year, while the latter is announced on a quarterly or semi-annual basis.

MCA imposes penalty on Company & Directors for not filing Financial Statements

December 8, 2022 4119 Views 0 comment Print

As per MCA Registry company has not filed its Financial Statements for the financial year 2019-20 and 2020-2021. This office has issued Show Cause Notice for violation of section 137(1) of the Companies Act, 2013 read with Companies (Adjudication of Penalties) Rules, 2014

Inter Corporate Loans and Investments – Section 186

December 8, 2022 47478 Views 0 comment Print

A Company can give loans and guarantees, acquire securities or make investments in another company or body corporate with the consent of the board or shareholders. Such loans given by a company to other companies or body corporates are known as inter-corporate loans. When a company invests in another company, it is known as inter-corporate investment.

Corporate Fraud in India & Outside India under Companies Act 2013 

December 8, 2022 4020 Views 0 comment Print

Dive into the complexities of Corporate Fraud under the Companies Act 2013 in India. Explore the introduction of Section 447, imprisonment, and financial penalties for offenders. Understand the comparison between robbery and fraud, reasons for committing corporate fraud, and the special features of such fraud in India and beyond.

Addition and Removal of Directors under Companies Act, 2013

December 8, 2022 8415 Views 0 comment Print

A company’s board of directors may be replaced at any moment as needed. Both an addition and a removal are part of the adjustment. Change may occur voluntarily or in response to a need for it.

Section 8 Company Registration under Companies Act, 2013

December 8, 2022 5562 Views 0 comment Print

Section 8 businesses do not aim to make a profit; instead, they have charitable objectives. They have only good intentions behind them. They work to further a variety of causes, including those related to sport, culture, research, and religion.

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