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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 55089 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 90 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 216 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 1437 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 16194 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 189 Views 0 comment Print


MCA Imposes Penalty for Sign Board at Company Entrance Missing CIN & Email

August 2, 2022 3060 Views 0 comment Print

Explore implications of violating Section 12(3) of the Companies Act, 2013. Delve into an order under section 454 and penalties imposed for non-compliance.

Profit & Loss account not signed by Directors: MCA Imposes ₹4 Lakh Penalty

August 2, 2022 2940 Views 0 comment Print

Learn about the penalty imposed on LOIN TECHNOLOGY PRIVATE LIMITED under Section 134(1) of the Companies Act, 2013, by the Registrar of Companies, Madhya Pradesh.

Format of Reply to strike off notice u/s 248(1) of Companies Act 2013

August 2, 2022 10104 Views 1 comment Print

Learn how to draft a reply to a strike off notice u/s 248(1) of the Companies Act 2013 in the prescribed form STK-1.

Revival of Struck-Off Companies

August 1, 2022 46770 Views 0 comment Print

Learn about the process of reviving struck-off companies and how it can be voluntarily or compulsorily done on certain grounds.

Section 152(6) & (7) of Companies Act, 2013 – Concept of Flexibility & Rigidity

July 31, 2022 28653 Views 4 comments Print

Explore the delicate balance of flexibility and rigidity in the Composition of the Board of Directors under Section 152(6) & (7) of the Companies Act, 2013. Unveil the concept of Rotational and Non-Rotational Directors, ensuring a robust governance structure. Applicable exclusively to Public Companies, witness the interplay of Members’ power in director appointments and removals. Delve into the nuanced provisions and categories exempt from rotation, from Independent Directors to Nominee Directors. Strengthen your understanding of the Companies Act, 2013, maintaining equilibrium in Board dynamics.

Bhushan Steel Stock Audit Negligence case : Another CA gets Bail

July 31, 2022 2568 Views 0 comment Print

Pankaj Mahajan Vs Serious Fraud Investigation Office (Delhi High Court) The role of the petitioner a practicing Chartered Accountant is that of the Stock Auditor wherein the Stock verifications of the documents and statements as submitted by the Company to the Banks was carried out by the accused. The main accusations against him are that […]

Secretarial Standard-1 on Board Meetings Simplified (SS-1)

July 31, 2022 44262 Views 0 comment Print

Unlock the intricacies of Secretarial Standard-1 on Board Meetings (SS-1). Navigate the nuances of convening meetings, notice requirements, quorum rules, and more. Simplifying compliance for effective corporate governance. Applicable to all companies, except OPC and Section 8 Companies.

Process of Incorporation of Foreign subsidiary in India

July 29, 2022 2436 Views 0 comment Print

Discover the seamless process of incorporating a foreign subsidiary in India, covering essential steps like obtaining digital signatures, director identification numbers, name approval, and various mandatory filings. Gain insights into RBI/FEMA compliances and ensure a smooth commencement of business.

Related Party Transactions – ‘CA 2013’ vis-à-vis ‘SEBI LODR’

July 29, 2022 19863 Views 0 comment Print

Dive into the intricacies of Related Party Transactions (RPTs) under CA 2013 compared to SEBI LODR.’ Explore the broadened definition of Related Party and its impact on disclosure obligations. Understand the covered transactions and approval mechanisms under CA 2013, distinguishing between Board, Shareholder, and Audit Committee approvals. Delve into exemptions, challenges, and recent amendments in SEBI LODR, highlighting the materiality of RPTs and the crucial role of the Audit Committee.

Clarification on spending of CSR funds for ‘Har Ghar Tiranga’

July 28, 2022 3852 Views 0 comment Print

Unlock the potential of CSR funds for Har Ghar Tiranga campaign! Explore the Ministry of Corporate Affairs’ circular allowing companies to contribute to patriotic endeavors. Understand CSR obligations under Companies Act 2013, Schedule VII, and the specific activities covered. Delve into the Har Ghar Tiranga initiative, promoting awareness about the Indian National Flag. Learn how companies can participate in eligible CSR activities, including mass flag production and outreach efforts.

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