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How MCA’s ZCZP Recognition Links CSR with Social Stock Exchange

Company Law : New MCA amendments permit companies to deploy a portion of CSR funds through Zero Coupon Zero Principal instruments listed on the ...

June 4, 2026 1287 Views 0 comment Print

IPL Green Dot Ball Pledge and the Reality Behind India’s ESG Narrative

Corporate Law : The article questions whether tree-planting claims linked to IPL dot balls are supported by verifiable evidence. It highlights the...

June 1, 2026 312 Views 0 comment Print

CSR as a Parallel Mechanism for Local Governance: Legal & Accountability Challenges

Corporate Law : India transformed CSR into a statutory obligation under Section 135. This shift raises key questions on its role in governance and...

April 1, 2026 735 Views 0 comment Print

CSR Under Companies Act 2013: Complete Legal Framework Explained

Company Law : A comprehensive guide to applicability, 2% spending rule, governance structure, compliance requirements, and penalties under Secti...

February 24, 2026 5451 Views 0 comment Print

Comprehensive Compliance of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) – Section 135

Company Law : Understand CSR obligations under Section 135, including eligibility, expenditure, and reporting. Key takeaway: Proper CSR complian...

January 1, 2026 5145 Views 0 comment Print


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MCA Expands CSR Scope by Allowing Investment in Social Stock Exchange Instruments

Company Law : The MCA has widened CSR eligibility by recognizing subscriptions to Zero Coupon Zero Principal Instruments as a valid CSR activity...

May 30, 2026 1449 Views 0 comment Print

ICSI Representation on Name Change for CSR-Registered Trusts

Company Law : The issue concerns the inability to update trust details in CSR-1 registration records. It was highlighted that outdated informati...

April 1, 2026 744 Views 0 comment Print

CSR Activities Under Section 135 Of The Companies Act, 2013

Company Law : Public and private companies in Bihar increasingly invest in CSR, with key districts receiving substantial social development fund...

December 15, 2025 1665 Views 0 comment Print

CSR Spending: Details and Data Access

Company Law : The Ministry of Corporate Affairs confirms that CSR expenditure data for the last five years is publicly available on its CSR port...

August 7, 2025 4710 Views 0 comment Print

Penalties for CSR Non-Compliance Under Companies Act

Company Law : Government penalized companies for CSR non-compliance under the Companies Act. Details of penalties, CSR spending, and fund transf...

April 3, 2025 5019 Views 0 comment Print


Latest Judiciary


Section 80G Deduction on Eligible CSR Donations Cannot Be Denied Solely Due to CSR Nature: ITAT Mumbai

Income Tax : ITAT Mumbai held that eligible CSR donations qualify for Section 80G deduction if statutory conditions are met, despite disallowan...

July 4, 2026 111 Views 0 comment Print

ITAT Mumbai Upholds Goodwill Depreciation & Section 80G CSR Deduction

Income Tax : The ITAT held that depreciation on goodwill arising from amalgamation could not be disallowed in subsequent years after it had bee...

June 25, 2026 123 Views 0 comment Print

CSR Donations Qualify for Section 80G Deduction: ITAT Delhi

Income Tax : ITAT Delhi held that donations forming part of CSR expenditure are eligible for deduction under Section 80G if the statutory condi...

June 20, 2026 216 Views 0 comment Print

CSR Donation Eligible for Section 80G Deduction: ITAT Delhi

Income Tax : The ITAT held that foreign exchange gains arising from realization of export proceeds from services rendered to associated enterpr...

June 18, 2026 270 Views 0 comment Print

Bangalore ITAT: CSR Donations Eligible for Section 80G Deduction; No 14A Disallowance When No Exempt Income Earned

Income Tax : The Tribunal noted that donations to Swachh Bharat Kosh and Clean Ganga Fund made towards CSR obligations are specifically exclude...

June 10, 2026 222 Views 0 comment Print


Latest Notifications


Penalty Imposed for Incorrect CSR Disclosures in AOC-4 XBRL Filing

Company Law : ROC Cuttack held that responsibility for inaccurate information in e-forms rests with the authorised signatory and certifying prof...

June 10, 2026 270 Views 0 comment Print

MCA Adds Social Stock Exchange Instruments to CSR List

Company Law : MCA amends Schedule VII of the Companies Act to include subscription to zero coupon zero principal instruments on Social Stock Exc...

May 27, 2026 999 Views 0 comment Print

Companies (Corporate Social Responsibility Policy) Amendment Rules, 2026

Company Law : MCA has amended the CSR Rules to recognize zero coupon zero principal instruments issued by Social Stock Exchange-listed NPOs. The...

May 27, 2026 4581 Views 0 comment Print

ROC Levies Over Rs. 37 Lakh Penalty as CSR Amount Was Transferred Late

Company Law : ROC Haryana ruled that non-transfer of unspent CSR amount within six months from the close of the financial year constituted a vio...

May 20, 2026 351 Views 0 comment Print

ROC Imposes CSR Penalty for Delay in Transferring Unspent CSR Amount

Company Law : ROC Kolkata penalized a company and its directors for delayed transfer of unspent CSR funds to the Swachh Bharat Kosh. The order h...

May 16, 2026 852 Views 0 comment Print


Companies (CSR Policy) Amendment Rules 2021 – Implications

March 24, 2023 11565 Views 1 comment Print

Discover the implications of the Companies (CSR Policy) Amendment Rules 2021 with a critical analysis. Uncover changes in CSR activities, definitions, and spending rules. Explore the impact on ongoing projects, administration overheads, CSR committee responsibilities, reporting, and penalties for non-compliance. Stay informed about the amendments and their effect on CSR expenditure, governance, and disclosure.

Request for extension of time period for filing of Form CSR 2

March 24, 2023 12804 Views 0 comment Print

ICSI Request for extension of time period for filing of Form CSR 2 for the financial year ended March 31, 2022 without levying additional fee

Corporate Social Responsibility – Applicability & Implementation

March 22, 2023 33732 Views 1 comment Print

Explore the evolving landscape of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) under the Companies Act, 2013. Understand criteria, committee formation, expenditure, and consequences for non-compliance.

CSR in India: Compliance, Enforcement & Future Directions

March 11, 2023 10353 Views 0 comment Print

Explore the landscape of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) in India: Compliance, enforcement challenges, and future directions for sustainable business practices.

CSR & Important changes in Companies (CSR Policy) Rules, 2014

March 4, 2023 27000 Views 1 comment Print

Discover the latest changes in Companies (CSR Policy) Rules, 2014 including CSR applicability, expenditure modes, penalties for non-compliance, and amendments.

Corporate Social Responsibility in India: Legal Framework & Recent Developments

February 26, 2023 85302 Views 1 comment Print

Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) is a concept that has gained considerable significance in the business world, especially in India, where companies are increasingly realizing the importance of giving back to society. In India, CSR is not only a voluntary activity but also a mandatory obligation under the Companies Act, 2013

MCA imposes Rs. 92 Lakh penalty for delay in Transfer of Unspent CSR Fund

February 22, 2023 18126 Views 0 comment Print

Violation of Section 135(6) of Companies Act, 2013 by M/S. Kony India Private Limited as company failed to transfer an unspent amount of Rs. 42,09,263/- to the Unspent Corporate Social Responsibility Account within the specified time frame. The company has since transferred the amount, but a penalty has been imposed. The penalty for the company […]

Understanding Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Legislation in India

February 21, 2023 6990 Views 0 comment Print

Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) legislation in India mandates companies (mentioned below) to engage in CSR activities and spend at least 2% of their average net profit from the three fiscal years prior to the current one on CSR initiatives.

Corporate Social Responsibility expense is deductible u/s 37(1) of Income Tax Act

February 17, 2023 4353 Views 0 comment Print

Delhi High Court held that Corporate Social Responsibility [CSR] expenses incurred by assessee are allowable as deduction under section 37(1) of Income Tax Act.

Is CSR Expenditure allowable u/s 80G?

February 8, 2023 6300 Views 0 comment Print

Understand the intricacies of CSR expenditure deduction under Section 80G. Explore recent clarifications and legal standpoints for a comprehensive view.

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