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The “Corporate Mitra” Shift: A Threat or an Evolution for CAs, CSs and CMAs?

CA, CS, CMA : The reform shifts routine compliance to para-professionals, creating fee pressure and client shifts. Professionals must move towar...

April 18, 2026 180 Views 0 comment Print

Role of CS in IPO Readiness: Legal, Governance and Compliance Perspective

Company Law : This explains how Company Secretaries ensure legal, governance, and compliance preparedness before listing. The key takeaway is th...

January 24, 2026 744 Views 0 comment Print

Problems Faced by CS Students During Exams and How to Overcome Them

CA, CS, CMA : Effective study strategies for CS students, including overcoming challenges like lack of focus and poor presentation. Learn tips f...

September 25, 2025 846 Views 0 comment Print

Adapting to Change: How Company Secretaries Are Redefining Their Role

CA, CS, CMA : Explore how the role of a company secretary has transformed from a traditional administrative position to a strategic governance p...

September 4, 2025 906 Views 0 comment Print

Convergence of Technology & Corporate Law: Is Indian CS Ready for AI?

CA, CS, CMA : A summary of how AI is reshaping the role of Company Secretaries in India, from automating compliance tasks to new responsibilitie...

August 14, 2025 930 Views 0 comment Print


Latest News


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 465 Views 0 comment Print

ICSI Seeks Clarity on ADT-1 Filing for First Auditor & Casual Vacancy Appointments

Company Law : The representation points out that e-form design is imposing requirements beyond the law. It seeks alignment of system validations...

April 18, 2026 45 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 708 Views 0 comment Print

Empanelment of General Observers for CS Exams June, 2026

CA, CS, CMA : ICSI has opened empanelment for General Observers with detailed eligibility conditions to maintain fairness. It emphasizes indepen...

April 9, 2026 9522 Views 1 comment Print

9 Important Decisions taken in Meeting of ICSI Council dated 17-18 March 2026

CA, CS, CMA : ICSI broadened eligibility criteria to allow final-year students and various professional streams to register. The decision enhanc...

April 1, 2026 429 Views 0 comment Print


Latest Judiciary


Regulation 114(4) of Company Secretaries Regulations, 1982 permits only candidates to challenge election of office bearers

Income Tax : Supreme Court held that as per regulation 114(4) of the Company Secretaries Regulations, 1982 election can be challenged by the ca...

November 10, 2022 603 Views 0 comment Print

CA, CS, CMA authorised to present case on behalf of client under RERA

Corporate Law : Sanjay Ghiya Vs Union Of India (Rajasthan High Court) Rajasthan High Court held that CHARTERED ACCOUNTANTS Or COMPANY SECRETARIES ...

April 28, 2022 6360 Views 0 comment Print

Fees for certified copies sought under RTI cannot be charged under CS Act, 1980

CA, CS, CMA : Avenue for seeking certified copies as well as inspection is provided both in the Right to Information Act and in Company Secretar...

April 11, 2019 10200 Views 0 comment Print

Working as Asst CS/ Management Trainee cannot be considered as equal to CS

CA, CS, CMA : Working experience as an Assistant Company Secretary or a Management Trainee cannot be treated as equal to a Company Secretary so ...

February 5, 2019 2322 Views 0 comment Print

HC explains Liability of professionals acting as Non-executive directors

Company Law, Corporate Law : Practicing professionals are prohibited from acting as full time directors. They can only act as non-executive directors not perfo...

January 30, 2019 5988 Views 0 comment Print


Latest Notifications


Failure to Appoint Company Secretary: MCA Imposes ₹10 Lakh Penalty

Company Law : The case involved non-compliance with mandatory appointment of a whole-time company secretary. The authority held that delayed rec...

April 17, 2026 108 Views 0 comment Print

₹10 Lakh Penalty Imposed for Failure to Appoint Company Secretary for 2045 Days

Company Law : The authority penalized prolonged non-compliance with mandatory appointment requirements under Section 203. Despite later rectific...

April 17, 2026 114 Views 0 comment Print

Penalty Imposed for Delay in Appointing Company Secretary Beyond 6 Months

Company Law : Holds that failure to appoint a whole-time Company Secretary within the statutory timeline attracts penalty under section 203(5). ...

April 16, 2026 126 Views 0 comment Print

Failure to Appoint Company Secretary: MCA Bangalore imposes ₹19.41 lakh Penalty

Company Law : The ROC held that non-appointment of a mandatory Company Secretary within the prescribed timeline constitutes a serious compliance...

March 28, 2026 171 Views 0 comment Print

ROC imposed Penalty for Failure to Appoint Company Secretary – Section 203

Company Law : The issue involved non-compliance with mandatory appointment of a Company Secretary. The authority imposed penalties for violation...

March 25, 2026 204 Views 0 comment Print


Practical Training for Company Secretary Students with Rashtriya Ispat Nigam – Stipend of ₹20,000 PM

March 2, 2024 561 Views 0 comment Print

Explore Rashtriya Ispat Nigam Limiteds training opportunity for aspiring Company Secretaries. Learn about eligibility, stipend, and the application process.

Guide to Secretarial Audit for Company and Practising Company Secretary

February 26, 2024 4701 Views 0 comment Print

Discover the process, guidelines, and duties of secretarial audit for companies and PCS. Ensure compliance with expert insights and guidance.

Resolution by Circulation (On Revised Secretarial Standards-1 w.e.f 01/04/2024)

February 25, 2024 6420 Views 0 comment Print

Learn about Resolution by Circulation, its procedure, authority, and differences between existing and revised Secretarial Standards-1 effective from April 2024. 

Changes in Secretarial Standard-1 (Meeting of Board of Directors)

February 24, 2024 3195 Views 0 comment Print

Explore the changes in SS-1 for directors, board meetings, quorum, and more. Understand the amended provisions for a nuanced perspective on corporate governance.

ICSI Advisory: Beware of CSMEMBERS.IN | Official Notice

February 22, 2024 2877 Views 0 comment Print

Read the official advisory from the Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ICSI) regarding CSMEMBERS.IN. Verify the authenticity of information and services provided on the portal.

Key Changes to Secretarial Standards (SS-2) on General Meetings

February 15, 2024 8628 Views 0 comment Print

Get a summary of the amendments to SS-2 (Standard on General Meetings) aligning with provisions of the Companies Act/Rules effective from April 1, 2024.

ICSI Announces Revised Secretarial Standards: SS-1 & SS-2

February 14, 2024 5079 Views 0 comment Print

Explore the Institute of Company Secretaries of India’s latest announcement on revised Secretarial Standards (SS-1 & SS-2) for Board and General Meetings. Effective from April 1, 2024.

Essential Skills for Achieving Success as a Company Secretary

February 13, 2024 7572 Views 0 comment Print

Explore the multifaceted skill set essential for Company Secretaries to excel in corporate governance, compliance, and strategic decision-making.

Master Secretarial Audit: A Complete Compliance Guide

February 12, 2024 2469 Views 0 comment Print

A secretarial audit is a comprehensive review of the company’s records and documents by an independent auditor or a firm specializing in such audits. The primary objective of a secretarial audit is to ensure compliance with various laws, rules, regulations, and guidelines applicable to the company’s operations. These may include corporate laws, securities laws, labour […]

MCA Imposes Penalty of Rs. 568000 for 18 days delay in CS Appointment

February 6, 2024 4383 Views 0 comment Print

Understand the penalty imposed on CISTRO TELELINK LIMITED for non-compliance with Section 203(1) of the Companies Act, 2013. Learn about the adjudication process, penalties, and appeal options.

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