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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 198 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 522 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 54 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 714 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


MCA Levies 20 Lakh Penalty for Non-Appointment of CS

June 14, 2023 14955 Views 1 comment Print

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

Provision for Appointment of Company Secretary under Companies Act 2013

June 7, 2023 4896 Views 0 comment Print

Mandatory requirement of appointing a Company Secretary (CS) under Companies Act, 2013, exploring applicability, qualifications, roles, responsibilities, and appointment process.

Difference between CS and CA

June 6, 2023 1986 Views 0 comment Print

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.

Valuation by CS holding certification of registration as Registered Valuer is not acceptable in FDI reporting

May 28, 2023 2064 Views 0 comment Print

In case of Foreign Direct Investment, the valuation of equity instruments should be done as per any internationally accepted pricing methodology for valuation on an arm’s length basis duly certified by a Chartered Accountant or a Merchant Banker registered with the Securities and Exchange Board of India or a practicing Cost Accountant, in case of an unlisted Indian Company.

Scope of Company Secretary Profession

May 25, 2023 5937 Views 0 comment Print

Explore the vast scope of the Company Secretary (CS) course, covering corporate governance, legal compliance, board support, corporate finance, risk management, and various career opportunities. Discover the diverse areas within this profession. Explore the vast scope of the Company Secretary (CS) course, covering corporate governance, legal compliance, board support, corporate finance, risk management, and various career opportunities. Discover the diverse areas within this profession.

 Best key Srategies To Help Attract Clients Through Your CA Website

May 25, 2023 5175 Views 0 comment Print

Discover key strategies for attracting clients through your chartered accountant website. Learn to define your target audience, optimize for search engines, highlight expertise, and more. Enhance your online presence and grow your accounting practice.

CA/CS/CMA – See Where We Stand In PMLA

May 20, 2023 3075 Views 0 comment Print

Understand the roles, responsibilities, and obligations of CA/CS/CMA professionals in compliance with the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA). Learn about money laundering offenses, reporting entities, verification of client identity, records maintenance, and the powers of the director under PMLA. Stay informed to ensure effective due diligence and compliance in specified transactions.

Specific Contents to be recorded in minutes of Board Meetings under SS-1

May 19, 2023 10614 Views 0 comment Print

Explore the specific contents required in the minutes of board meetings under SS-1 Secretarial Standard, ensuring comprehensive records for transparency and corporate governance.

Rs. 2 Lakh penalty imposed on Secretarial Auditor for violation of Section 204

May 18, 2023 10494 Views 0 comment Print

Adjudicating Officer concluded that there was a violation of Section 204 and imposed a penalty of Rs. 2,00,000/- on Secretarial Auditors.

Company Secretaries in Practice can act as IPR/Trade Marks agent: ICSI

May 18, 2023 5223 Views 0 comment Print

Company Secretaries in Practice are allowed to be registered as Trade Marks Agent under Rule 144 of the Trade Marks Rules, 2017, read with the Company Secretaries Act, 1980 and the Regulations made thereunder.

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