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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 516 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 18276 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


10 Biggest Valuation Mistakes Companies Make & How to Avoid Them?

December 12, 2025 879 Views 0 comment Print

This guide highlights the biggest valuation errors, from outdated financials to ignoring qualitative factors, and shows how to avoid costly mistakes that affect investors, regulators, and growth opportunities.

ROC Cuttack imposes Penalty for Non-Appointment of Company Secretary

December 11, 2025 549 Views 0 comment Print

ROC Cuttack imposes penalties on a company and certain directors for failing to appoint a whole-time Company Secretary under Section 203(1)(ii), with exemptions for independent directors.

ROC Cuttack imposed Penalty for Non-Filing of MGT-14 Board Resolution

December 11, 2025 555 Views 0 comment Print

ROC Cuttack imposes ₹50,000 penalty on company officer for failing to file MGT-14 and Board Resolution approving financial statements under Section 117(2).

ROC Patna Imposed Penalty for Non-Filing of Financial Statements

December 11, 2025 393 Views 0 comment Print

The ROC penalised the company and its directors for failing to file financial statements on time. The order reinforces that prolonged non-compliance under Section 137 attracts maximum penalties.

ROC imposes Heavy Penalty for Non-Filing of Financial Statements

December 11, 2025 585 Views 0 comment Print

The ROC imposed significant penalties on the company and its directors for failing to file financial statements. The ruling reinforces strict consequences for prolonged non-compliance under Section 137(3).

MCA Imposes Penalty for Filing e-form AOC-4 with wrong attachment

December 11, 2025 714 Views 0 comment Print

The ROC Delhi penalized a company director for filing e-form AOC-4 with wrong attachments, highlighting the importance of compliance with Companies Act provisions and proper documentation.

Complete Guide to ESOPs: Legal Framework, Taxation and Vesting

December 10, 2025 2475 Views 0 comment Print

Learn how Employee Stock Option Plans work under the Companies Act, SEBI regulations, and taxation rules. Key takeaways include eligibility, vesting, exercise price, and capital gains implications.

New Small Company Definition Simplifies Compliance from 2025

December 10, 2025 21348 Views 0 comment Print

The 2025 amendment raises the thresholds for small companies, allowing more private firms to benefit from reduced regulatory requirements and simplified reporting.

NFRA Cracks Down on Audit Failures in Major Corporates

December 10, 2025 2466 Views 0 comment Print

NFRA’s investigations revealed gross negligence in audits of PIEs, including Coffee Day, Reliance, and Zee, with auditors failing to detect fund diversion and related party irregularities. Disciplinary actions and new guidelines reinforce accountability.

Independent Oversight Strengthens Corporate Auditing in India: NFRA

December 10, 2025 783 Views 0 comment Print

By regulating auditors and corporate accounting, NFRA protects investors and creditors, ensuring accurate financial reporting. It operates independently with strong enforcement powers.

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