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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


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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


Penalties for Failure to Appoint Company Secretary: A costly oversight

June 28, 2023 2607 Views 0 comment Print

Explore a case study of GTZ Securities Limited, which faced penalties due to its failure to appoint a Company Secretary as mandated by the Companies Act, 2013. Discover the consequences, violations, and penalties imposed on the company and its directors.

SEBI notifies Annual Secretarial Compliance Report for Infrastructure Investment Trusts

June 28, 2023 831 Views 0 comment Print

SEBI has issued a circular introducing a format for the Annual Secretarial Compliance Report for Listed Infrastructure Investment Trusts (InvITs).

Non-Compliance Penalty: Rs. 25 Lakh for Non-Appointment of Company Secretary

June 28, 2023 6246 Views 0 comment Print

Learn about the Rs. 25 Lakh penalty imposed by the Government of India on a private company for non-appointment of a Company Secretary in accordance with the Companies Act, 2013.

SEBI Circular: Annual Secretarial Compliance Report Format for REITs | June 2023

June 26, 2023 1248 Views 0 comment Print

SEBI Circular No. SEBI/HO/DDHS-PoD-2/P/CIR/2023/103 dated June 26, 2023, introducing the format for the Annual Secretarial Compliance Report for Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) as per Regulation 26D of SEBI (Real Estate Investment Trusts) Regulations, 2014. The circular outlines the requirements, reporting, and monitoring processes, and comes into force from the financial year 2023-24 onwards.

SEBI Circular: Annual Secretarial Compliance Report Format for InvITs | June 2023

June 26, 2023 1044 Views 0 comment Print

Read SEBI Circular No. SEBI/HO/DDHS-PoD-2/P/CIR/2023/102 dated June 26, 2023, introducing the format for the Annual Secretarial Compliance Report for Infrastructure Investment Trusts (InvITs) as per Regulation 26J of SEBI (Infrastructure Investment Trusts) Regulations, 2014. The circular outlines the requirements, reporting, and monitoring processes, and comes into force from the financial year 2023-24 onwards.

How To Clear CS Professional Exam With All India Rank

June 22, 2023 3345 Views 1 comment Print

Ace the CS Professional Exam with an All India Rank using our expert tips. From understanding the exam structure to effective study organization, we cover it all. Explore the importance of classes versus self-study, consistency, and dedication. Learn the significance of a well-structured study plan, maintaining health, and practicing with past papers.

Company Secretary: Definition, Functions, Duties & Appointment Procedures

June 21, 2023 32682 Views 0 comment Print

Learn about the role of a company secretary, their functions, duties, and the procedure for their appointment and removal. Understand the legal compliance and governance aspects of this key managerial position.

Specimen of the Letter of Offer to Prospective Company Secretary

June 16, 2023 3603 Views 0 comment Print

Explore a specimen of an offer letter for a Company Secretary position. Learn about salary, benefits, leave, and responsibilities. Ensure compliance with legal regulations. Acceptance required within seven days.

Penalty Imposed on Company Secretary for Wrong Annual Return Certification

June 15, 2023 5451 Views 0 comment Print

MCA has imposed a penalty of Rs. 2 lakhs on a company secretary for incorrectly certifying the annual return of a company. The violation relates to the non-disclosure of board meeting dates. Learn more about the consequences and implications of this compliance breach.

Institute of Cost Accountants of India: Discontinuance of ‘ICAI’ Acronym and Adoption of ‘ICMAI’

June 14, 2023 33834 Views 2 comments Print

Institute of Cost Accountants of India (ICAI) issues a circular discontinuing the usage of the acronym ‘ICAI‘ as directed by the Hon’ble High Court of Delhi. The circular mandates the removal of all references to ‘ICAI‘ and the adoption of the acronym ‘ICMAI‘ across physical and virtual platforms. This decision comes after the Institute of […]

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