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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 519 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


Latest News


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 18348 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


Latest Notifications


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


Directorship in Indian Companies- Special requirement for resident of a Country sharing Land Border With India

June 4, 2022 6528 Views 0 comment Print

Uncover the special requirements for foreign nationals from countries sharing a land border with India seeking directorship in Indian companies. Explore the amended rules, security clearance mandates, and essential forms for Director Identification Number (DIN) application. Stay informed about Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) notifications for a seamless directorial appointment process.

Brief Note on compliance w.r.t issuance of Convertible Note

June 4, 2022 59217 Views 8 comments Print

Navigate the complexities of issuing Convertible Notes under Indias Companies Act, 2013, designed to foster startup growth. Delve into the legal intricacies, from the definition of Convertible Notes to the procedures for issuance. Understand the role of the Reserve Bank of India and compliance requirements for resident and non-resident entities.

Awareness on Upgradation of Registered users in V2 to Business User in V3 MCA 21

June 3, 2022 1029 Views 0 comment Print

Ministry of Corporate Affairs has migrated to a new version – Version 3 of the MCA portal. All users have to be registered as Business Users to be able to submit forms on MCA Portal (except for Run LLP and Fillip forms which can be submitted by Registered Users).

Default of payment of settlement agreement is not an Operational debt

June 3, 2022 4020 Views 0 comment Print

NCLT held that default of payment of settlement agreement do not come under definition of Operational debt under IBC 2016

Brief procedure for issue of ESOP under Companies act, 2013

June 3, 2022 30699 Views 0 comment Print

Learn about the procedure for issuing ESOP under the Companies Act, 2013. Understand the steps, documents, and timelines involved in implementing an ESOP scheme.

Note on One-Person Company (OPC)

June 3, 2022 21288 Views 0 comment Print

Note on One-Person Company (OPC) Highlights Basic Concept of OPC, Objectives of One-Person Company (OPC), Preliminary conditions & Eligibility for Incorporation of OPC, Mandatory Annual Compliances of OPC, Benefits cum Exemptions for OPC, Hindrances for the OPC and Comparative Analysis of OPC with Sole Proprietorship, LLP & Private Limited Company. 1. Basic Concept of One-Person Company […]

MCA Notification/Circular update from May 30, 2022 to June 1, 2022 

June 3, 2022 7344 Views 2 comments Print

Stay updated with the latest MCA notifications and circulars from May 30 to June 1, 2022. Get all the corporate law updates for companies and LLPs.

Analysis of Companies (Appointment & Qualification of Directors) Amendment Rules, 2022

June 3, 2022 4617 Views 0 comment Print

 Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) vide its notification dated June 01, 2022, has notified Companies (Appointment and Qualification of Directors) Amendment Rules, 2022, and the said rules are applicable from immediate effect i.e. June 01, 2022. The Amendments provides for the following:  1. After the first proviso the following new proviso has been inserted in […]

Convening of Extra Ordinary General Meeting by minority Shareholders

June 3, 2022 2631 Views 0 comment Print

Learn about the power of minority shareholders in calling for an Extra Ordinary General Meeting (EGM) under Section 100 of the Companies Act, 2013.

Appointment of Director/Obtaining DIN of person Share Land Boarder with India

June 2, 2022 7392 Views 0 comment Print

Learn about the latest amendment by the Ministry of Corporate Affairs regarding the appointment of directors and obtaining DIN for individuals from countries bordering India.

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