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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 1092 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 1035 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 969 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 1059 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 1071 Views 0 comment Print


Latest News


ICSI First BI-Annual Western Region Convocation of FY 2026-2027 (First Half)

CA, CS, CMA : The Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ICSI) has announced the first bi-annual Western Region Convocation for FY 2026–27...

June 4, 2026 189 Views 0 comment Print

ICSI First BI-Annual Northern Region Convocation of FY 2026-2027

CA, CS, CMA : ICSI announced two Northern Region Convocation sessions on 9 June 2026 in Amritsar, mandating advance registration, identity proof...

May 15, 2026 5052 Views 0 comment Print

ICSI First Bi-Annual Eastern Region Convocation of Fy 2026-2027

Company Law : The issue concerns eligibility and participation rules for the convocation. ICSI has clarified that members who do not attend will...

May 5, 2026 687 Views 0 comment Print

ICSI Invites Feedback on CS Syllabus Revision

Company Law : ICSI has proposed revising the CS syllabus to align with the National Education Policy and global practices. Stakeholder input wil...

May 1, 2026 348 Views 0 comment Print

ICSI Invites Stakeholder Feedback to Revise Company Secretary Course Syllabus

Company Law : The Institute has proposed syllabus changes to align with modern industry, regulatory, and technological needs. Stakeholders are i...

April 23, 2026 438 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 663 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 6501 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 10284 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 2367 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 6084 Views 0 comment Print


Latest Notifications


Failure to Appoint CS for Six Years: MCA imposes Penalty on 9 Directors & Company

Company Law : The Registrar of Companies found that the company remained without a whole-time Company Secretary from 2014 to 2020 in violation o...

May 14, 2026 171 Views 0 comment Print

ROC Imposes Heavy Penalty as Company Failed to Appoint Mandatory CS

Company Law : The adjudicating authority held that the company remained in continuous default for several years after becoming legally required ...

May 14, 2026 138 Views 0 comment Print

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 16, 2026 435 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 16, 2026 387 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 15, 2026 405 Views 0 comment Print


Professionals are now covered under the purview of PMLA Act, 2002

May 13, 2023 3993 Views 0 comment Print

Stay compliant! The Prevention of Money Laundering Act, 2002 now covers professionals. Understand the recent amendments, reporting entity obligations, KYC requirements, and implications for practicing Chartered Accountants, Company Secretaries, and Cost and Management Accountants. Get insights into the onus on directors, partners, trustees, and nominee shareholders. Be aware of the changed landscape and ensure diligent compliance.

Implication of inclusion of practicing CA, CS & CWA under PML Act, 2002

May 10, 2023 11085 Views 0 comment Print

Explore the implications of the inclusion of practicing professionals like CAs, CSs, and CWAs under the Prevention of Money-Laundering Act, 2002 (PMLA). Understand the increased responsibilities, verification requirements, and reporting obligations for these professionals.

Recent Changes in PMLA Regulations for CAs, CSs, and CMAs

May 7, 2023 3222 Views 0 comment Print

. One of the most significant changes is the requirement for CAs, CSs, and CMAs to report suspicious transactions to the Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU) within 15 days of identifying them, up from the previous requirement of 7 days. Failure to comply with this requirement could result in a penalty of up to Rs. 10 lakh.

ICSI Announcement Regarding Paper-Wise Exemptions

May 7, 2023 11544 Views 1 comment Print

ICSI decided that the students enrolling to Company Secretary (CS) Course under New Syllabus, 2022 shall be eligible for paper-wise exemption (s) based on the higher qualifications acquired by them

Secretarial Audit Provisions under Companies Act, 2013 & SEBI LODR Regulations, 2015

May 7, 2023 9510 Views 0 comment Print

Companies Act, 2013 doesn’t specifically defines Secretarial Audit. But for understanding purpose, it  can be said as the process of checking compliance to various acts, rules, regulations, circulars, notifications as applicable on the Company

India’s PMLA Act amended to bring professionals under its ambit

May 5, 2023 5247 Views 0 comment Print

Discover the recent amendments to Indias Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA) expanding its scope to include professionals like Chartered Accountants, Company Secretaries, and Cost and Works Accountants. Learn about the implications, compliance requirements, and the government’s efforts to strengthen the legal framework against money laundering and financing of terrorism in India.

Practicing Professionals in Ambit of PMLA

May 5, 2023 2103 Views 0 comment Print

the Finance Ministry has brought in practicing CS, CA, CMA carrying out financial transactions on behalf of their clients into the ambit of the money laundering law.

Practicing Professionals are Now Under PMLA Ambit

May 5, 2023 10905 Views 0 comment Print

Explore the implications of the latest PMLA notification, bringing practicing professionals in CA, CS, and CMA under its purview for financial transactions on behalf of clients. Stay informed to ensure compliance and avoid penalties.

CA, CS & CMA brought under PMLA net if they manage client assets

May 3, 2023 40134 Views 3 comments Print

Government notifies that following transactions done by CA, CS & CMA on behalf of their client will be covered under Prevention of Money-laundering Act, 2002. This notification is issued by the Ministry of Finance, Department of Revenue in India, and it pertains to the Prevention of Money Laundering Act, 2002. The notification outlines that certain […]

Penalty imposed on Secretarial Auditor for non-reporting of related part transactions

April 28, 2023 2784 Views 0 comment Print

Inquiry into affairs of the company is independently directed by the Ministry of Corporate Affair to this office to investigate the Related Party Transaction matter of the Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd. with Aditya Medisales Ltd covering the FY 2014-15 to 2017-18 and the omission of reporting of Related Parties Transaction (RPTs) and violation of the provisions the Companies Act, 2013.

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