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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


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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 18363 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


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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


Defining The Unbridled Power of Code over The oppression Remedy

August 18, 2021 4881 Views 0 comment Print

Introduction  When an application is filed against directors of a company under section 241 of the Companies Act, 2013(CA, 2013), the rights of the investors cannot be suppressed by barring the initiation of the Corporate Insolvency Resolution Process (CIRP) under Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code, 2016 (IBC, 2016). Even in cases of multiple proceedings, if requirements […]

Failure to Maintain Registered Office- MCA imposes Penalty of Rs. 4 Lakh

August 18, 2021 585 Views 0 comment Print

Introduction: The Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) has imposed a penalty of Rs. 4 lakh on Oliveshine Mutual Benefit Nidhi Limited for failing to maintain a registered office, a violation of Section 12(1) read with Section 12(8) of the Companies Act, 2013. This article delves into the details of this penalty and the implications it […]

All About Small Shareholders Director | Section 151 | Companies Act, 2013

August 18, 2021 34434 Views 0 comment Print

Who are recognized as Small Shareholders – Under Company Act, 2013, Small Shareholder means a small shareholder holding shares of nominal value of not more than ₹20,000. The rationale behind the inclusion of this concept in Company Act, 2013 was to protect the interest of the small shareholders, as reflected in the Statement of Objects […]

Deposits under Companies Act, 2013: Part-I | What Is Deposits

August 17, 2021 20841 Views 0 comment Print

INTRODUCTION Every Company needs funds to run and expand its business operations. These funds either are owners’ capital or debt. This debt can further be debenture, loans, and deposits. In this write-up, we are going to discuss deposits and inter-corporate borrowings. In this write-up, I will analyse provisions related to acceptance of Deposits by the […]

Section 135 Corporate Social Responsibility- An Overview

August 17, 2021 3366 Views 0 comment Print

Corporate Social Responsibility is a management concept whereby companies integrate social and environmental concerns in their business operations and interactions with their stakeholders and the public. Benefits The benefits of CSR are many. Companies establish good reputations, attract positive attention, save money through operational efficiency, minimize environmental impacts, attract top talent and inspire innovation. Applicability 1. […]

Incorporation of Private Company under Companies Act, 2013

August 16, 2021 2358 Views 0 comment Print

Private Company Section 2(68) of the act states that a private company is means a company which, Restricts the right to transfer shares. Limit the number of members to two hundred, However the maximum number excludes former employees who are also members, and current employees holding shares. Provided that, Joint holders of shares shall be treat […]

Why startups should chose LLP over partnership

August 16, 2021 6615 Views 1 comment Print

A lot of Startups are emerging in India. So, it is important for them to know which form and structure of entity is the best for them. If you want to enjoy both the features of a partnership firm and a company, you should think of Limited Liability Partnership (LLP). LLP for Startups in India […]

Fixed Asset Management Tool with Depreciation Calculator for Companies

August 16, 2021 16752 Views 1 comment Print

Key Features of Fixed Asset Management Tool with Depreciation Calculator for Companies ♦ Line wise SLM and WDV Depreciation as per Companies Act 2013, ♦ Calculation of Depreciation under the Income Tax Act, ♦ Export of Tax Audit Data for Additions and Deletions during the Year ♦ Monthly Calculation for MIS

Inspection of Statutory Registers by Members | Companies Act, 2013

August 16, 2021 46989 Views 1 comment Print

The Companies Act, 2013, prescribes the maintenance of Statutory Registers by the Companies and lays down the conditions for inspection and providing extracts of registers/ returns to members. The provisions pertaining to the same are elaborated below: Register of Investments: Section 187(3) “Where in pursuance of clause (d) of sub-section (2), any shares or securities […]

Ind AS-38: Intangible Assets

August 15, 2021 71694 Views 0 comment Print

Ind AS-38: Intangible Assets. (By incorporating Changes as per Companies (Indian Accounting Standards) Amendments Rules 2021). Each Accounting Standard offers wide variety of practical applications to the stakeholders in respect of full disclosure and transparency. Therefore, I hereby try to summarize various dimensions with regard to the Accounting Standard related with IndAS-38: Intangible Assets. (By incorporating […]

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