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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


ROC Kolkata Imposed Penalty for for prolonged non-filing of financial statements

November 22, 2025 276 Views 0 comment Print

ROC Kolkata levies penalties for prolonged non-filing of financial statements, directing rectification and payment within statutory timelines.

A Guide on How to Register a Company

November 22, 2025 3009 Views 0 comment Print

Learn the complete online process to register your business, including DIN, DSC, MOA, AOA, and MCA compliance.

ROC imposes Penalty for Not Updating Altered Share Capital in Memorandum

November 20, 2025 627 Views 0 comment Print

The ROC held that failure to reflect authorised capital alteration in every copy of the Memorandum violated Section 15(1), resulting in a penalty on the company and its directors. The ruling reinforces strict compliance with documentation updates.

Nidhi Companies Exposed: The Truth Behind Deposits, New Rules & Massive Penalties!

November 19, 2025 4119 Views 0 comment Print

Nidhi Companies Exposed: New MCA Rules (2022 & 2024) enforce ₹20 Lakh NOF and mandatory declaration (NDH-4). Learn about major penalties, deposit safety, and name restrictions.

Fast-Track Merger Regime: Key Amendments And Implications 2025

November 19, 2025 3084 Views 0 comment Print

The amendment widens FTM eligibility to more company structures and adds procedural clarity. It streamlines mergers but retains some compliance challenges.

FDI in India: A Critical Legal & Compliance Analysis with Recent Developments

November 19, 2025 1914 Views 0 comment Print

Breaks down India’s modern FDI framework, highlighting sectoral liberalization, reporting requirements and the compliance discipline needed for risk-free investment.

A Complete Guide to Charge Registration Under Company Law

November 18, 2025 1824 Views 0 comment Print

Explains the statutory process for creating, registering and satisfying charges, including timelines, forms and the consequences of non-registration.

ROC Imposes Penalties for Delayed Appointment of Independent Directors

November 18, 2025 1512 Views 0 comment Print

ROC Ahmedabad imposes penalties for delayed appointment of independent directors, noting 81 days of non-compliance and directing payment under Section 172.

ROC Fines Company for Not Printing Registered Office Details on Letterheads

November 18, 2025 1155 Views 0 comment Print

ROC Ahmedabad imposes penalties for failure to include registered office details on company letterheads for multiple years, citing violation of Section 12(8).

Penalty Imposed for Delay in Forming Audit Committee & Appointing Independent Directors

November 13, 2025 726 Views 0 comment Print

The ROC Ahmedabad penalized the company and its director for failing to appoint independent directors and constitute an audit committee within the mandated timeline. The order outlines the default period, penalty amounts, and compliance requirements.

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