CA, CS, CMA : The reform shifts routine compliance to para-professionals, creating fee pressure and client shifts. Professionals must move towar...
Company Law : This explains how Company Secretaries ensure legal, governance, and compliance preparedness before listing. The key takeaway is th...
CA, CS, CMA : Effective study strategies for CS students, including overcoming challenges like lack of focus and poor presentation. Learn tips f...
CA, CS, CMA : Explore how the role of a company secretary has transformed from a traditional administrative position to a strategic governance p...
CA, CS, CMA : A summary of how AI is reshaping the role of Company Secretaries in India, from automating compliance tasks to new responsibilitie...
CA, CS, CMA : The Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ICSI) has announced the first bi-annual Western Region Convocation for FY 2026–27...
CA, CS, CMA : ICSI announced two Northern Region Convocation sessions on 9 June 2026 in Amritsar, mandating advance registration, identity proof...
Company Law : The issue concerns eligibility and participation rules for the convocation. ICSI has clarified that members who do not attend will...
Company Law : ICSI has proposed revising the CS syllabus to align with the National Education Policy and global practices. Stakeholder input wil...
Company Law : The Institute has proposed syllabus changes to align with modern industry, regulatory, and technological needs. Stakeholders are i...
Income Tax : Supreme Court held that as per regulation 114(4) of the Company Secretaries Regulations, 1982 election can be challenged by the ca...
Corporate Law : Sanjay Ghiya Vs Union Of India (Rajasthan High Court) Rajasthan High Court held that CHARTERED ACCOUNTANTS Or COMPANY SECRETARIES ...
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...
CA, CS, CMA : Working experience as an Assistant Company Secretary or a Management Trainee cannot be treated as equal to a Company Secretary so ...
Company Law, Corporate Law : Practicing professionals are prohibited from acting as full time directors. They can only act as non-executive directors not perfo...
Company Law : The Registrar of Companies found that the company remained without a whole-time Company Secretary from 2014 to 2020 in violation o...
Company Law : The adjudicating authority held that the company remained in continuous default for several years after becoming legally required ...
Company Law : The case involved non-compliance with mandatory appointment of a whole-time company secretary. The authority held that delayed rec...
Company Law : The authority penalized prolonged non-compliance with mandatory appointment requirements under Section 203. Despite later rectific...
Company Law : Holds that failure to appoint a whole-time Company Secretary within the statutory timeline attracts penalty under section 203(5). ...
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 (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 […]
Violation of Section 203(4) of the Companies Act, 2013 (non-appointment of a Company Secretary) : MCA Imposes 20 Lakh Penalty on Himalayan Rolling Steel Industries & Its Directors
Mandatory requirement of appointing a Company Secretary (CS) under Companies Act, 2013, exploring applicability, qualifications, roles, responsibilities, and appointment process.
Understand the key differences between a Company Secretary (CS) and a Chartered Accountant (CA). While CS focuses on legal compliance and corporate governance, CA specializes in accounting, auditing, taxation, and financial management. Learn about their distinct roles and educational paths.
