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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 180 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 55092 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 1506 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


Loan to Director – Section 185 of Companies Act, 2013 – Provisions

June 9, 2022 16878 Views 2 comments Print

Navigate Section 185 of the Companies Act, 2013 on Loans to Directors. Explore the prohibitions, conditions for loans to interested persons, and exemptions. Understand the legal implications and punishments for contravention. Stay compliant with expert insights.

Punishment for non compliance- NFRA Amendment Rules, 2022

June 7, 2022 2049 Views 0 comment Print

Whoever contravenes any of the provisions of these rules, shall be punishable with fine not exceeding five thousand rupees, and where the contravention is a continuing one, with a further fine not exceeding five hundred rupees for every day after the first during which the contravention continues.

Updated format of Form DIR-2

June 7, 2022 171414 Views 0 comment Print

Explore the updated format of Form DIR-2, in compliance with Companies (Appointment and Qualification of Directors) Amendment Rules, 2022. Provide your consent to act as a director seamlessly with the revised details.

Revival of a Struck Off Company – Concept, Procedure & Practical Aspects

June 7, 2022 4221 Views 0 comment Print

Understand the concept, procedure, and practical aspects of reviving a struck-off company. Dive into the reasons for strike-off, voluntary strike-off, and the revival process. Navigate the application process and relevant case laws for insights.

Appointment of Directors: ROC Filing, Limit on Directorship, Disqualification

June 7, 2022 4791 Views 0 comment Print

Navigate the intricacies of director appointments with insights on ROC filing, limits on directorship, and disqualifications. Learn about mandatory filings, minimum and maximum director requirements, special roles like woman and independent directors, and disqualifications under Section 164. Stay compliant with the latest regulations.

ROC penalises company for not mentioning CIN & registered office address

June 6, 2022 13827 Views 0 comment Print

Company has not mentioned CIN and registered office address on its letter Head as required under the provisions of Section 12(3)(c) of the Companies Act, 2013, which is a violation attracting penal provisions of Section 12(8) of the Companies Act, 2013. BEFORE THE ADJUDICATING OFFICER REGISTRAR OF COMPANIES, GUJARAT, DADRA & NAGAR HAVELI Dated: 06/04/2022 […]

Govt. Clearance must for appointment as directors in Indian Companies

June 5, 2022 30666 Views 1 comment Print

From the date of applicability of this circular, any national from a country that shares a land border with our Country, India, must seek security clearance from the Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India if they wants to get appointed as Director in any Indian Company.

New Guidelines for Incorporation of Company

June 4, 2022 3504 Views 0 comment Print

Explore the latest Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) guidelines for company incorporation, focusing on amendments for countries sharing a land border with India. Learn about the revised INC-9 and DIR-2 formats, ensuring compliance with new rules effective from May 20, 2022. Gain insights from CS Divesh Goyal for a smooth incorporation process.

MCA Guidelines for Person belonging to Countries Sharing Land Border with India

June 4, 2022 11682 Views 0 comment Print

In this editorial, author shall discuss the latest amendment made by Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) in respect to person/ company belong to country sharing land border with India: [1]MCA has amended Companies (Appointment and Qualification of Directors) Rules, 2014 w.e.f. June 01, 2022. [2]MCA has notified Companies (Incorporation) Second Amendment Rules, 2022 w.e.f. May […]

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

June 4, 2022 6657 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.

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