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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 237 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 726 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 63 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 801 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 9525 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 615 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 114 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 117 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 129 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 177 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 207 Views 0 comment Print


Smart Study Strategies for Passing Any Professional Exam

August 22, 2022 4479 Views 0 comment Print

Discover effective study strategies to pass any professional exam. Set your intention, maintain optimism, and stay focused on your goal.

Secretarial Audit – Applicability, Scope & Procedure for appointment of Secretarial Auditor

August 9, 2022 58380 Views 0 comment Print

Learn about the applicability, scope, and procedure for appointment of secretarial auditors. Ensure compliance with company regulations and detect non-compliance.

Disciplinary mechanism under CA, CMA & CS (Amendment) Act not yet brought into force

August 4, 2022 834 Views 0 comment Print

81 Sections of Chartered Accountants, the Cost and Works Accountants and the Companies Secretaries (Amendment) Act, 2022 have been brought into force w.e.f. 10th May, 2022. Provision pertaining to disciplinary mechanism have not been brought into force.

Secretarial Standard-1 on Board Meetings Simplified (SS-1)

July 31, 2022 43809 Views 0 comment Print

Unlock the intricacies of Secretarial Standard-1 on Board Meetings (SS-1). Navigate the nuances of convening meetings, notice requirements, quorum rules, and more. Simplifying compliance for effective corporate governance. Applicable to all companies, except OPC and Section 8 Companies.

Evolving Role of Company Secretaries in New India: Opportunities & Challenges

July 26, 2022 3534 Views 0 comment Print

Elevating the Role of Company Secretaries in India: A comprehensive exploration of their evolving responsibilities, challenges, and opportunities in the ever-changing business landscape. Understand the legal, governance, and compliance aspects shaping the profession.

Ideas to enhance contact list in practicing profession

July 11, 2022 996 Views 0 comment Print

Boost your professional network with these contact list enhancement ideas. Join conferences, write articles, and interact with professionals to expand your network.

SS-2 – Secretarial Standard On General Meetings

July 8, 2022 28095 Views 0 comment Print

Learn about the SS-2 Secretarial Standard on General Meetings and its applicability to different types of meetings for companies under the Companies Act, 2013.

ICSI Council Election : Addresses of Polling Booths

July 8, 2022 1281 Views 0 comment Print

Duration of 13th ICSI Council & Four Regional Councils expire on 18th January, 2023. Election for constitution of new Council & Regional Councils are tentatively scheduled on (Friday) 9th December, 2022

Checklist Annual Secretarial Compliance Report 2022

June 4, 2022 10113 Views 1 comment Print

Stay compliant with the Annual Secretarial Compliance Report (ASCR) for 2022. Learn about legal provisions, formats, and non-applicability criteria for listed entities. Get insights into the information required for issuing the report, including notices from stock exchanges, communication compliance, board meeting minutes, statutory record reviews, and more. Ensure adherence to SEBI regulations and guidelines for a robust corporate governance framework.

Professional Staff member Login & Registration on MCA Portal-FAQs

June 1, 2022 3042 Views 0 comment Print

PROFESSIONAL STAFF MEMBER LOGIN AND REGISTRATION PROCESS 1. Who is a ‘Professional Staff Member’? A Professional Staff Member refers to any person who is with or on behalf of a Professional of ICSI/ICAI/ICWAI as a staff. Such members include: – trainees of the professional firms – non-professional members of professional firms etc. 2. Who is […]

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