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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

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

CSR Penalties Rise: Why Non-Compliance Under Section 135 Proves Costly

Company Law : Explains the strict consequences for failing to meet CSR spending and transfer obligations under Section 135. Highlights how penal...

December 8, 2025 15726 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 It was highlighted that outdated informati...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 5025 Views 0 comment Print


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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

CSR Donations Eligible for Section 80G Deduction; No Double Disallowance Merely Because They Form Part of CSR Spend

Income Tax : Delhi ITAT held that donations qualifying under Section 80G do not lose eligibility merely because they form part of Corporate Soc...

June 17, 2026 276 Views 0 comment Print


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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


CSR in India: A Comprehensive Guide to Regulations and Frameworks

May 18, 2023 19962 Views 1 comment Print

Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) has emerged as a critical element of business operations in India, encompassing a range of initiatives aimed at enhancing the positive influence of businesses on society and the environment.

All directors except KMP not holding board position liable for CSR Violations

May 17, 2023 1848 Views 0 comment Print

KMPs who did not hold Board positions would not be liable under section 135. But all the directors as on that relevant date would be liable on account of the failure to discharge an obligation cast upon them by the law.

Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) & related provisions

May 5, 2023 29598 Views 2 comments Print

Every company to which CSR criteria is applicable and the amount to be spent by a company is more than Rs. 50 lakh shall be required to constitute a CSR committee of the Board.

Demystifying Corporate Social Responsibility

May 4, 2023 2139 Views 0 comment Print

Corporate Social Responsibility, which refers to a company’s voluntary initiatives to take responsibility for its impact on society and the environment. CSR is the way in which companies integrate social and environmental concerns into their business operations and interactions with stakeholders, including customers, employees, shareholders, communities, and the planet.

CSR: Building a Sustainable Future for Business & Society

April 27, 2023 1125 Views 0 comment Print

Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) refers to a company’s responsibility to contribute to the sustainable development of society. CSR is not only about fulfilling legal obligations but also going beyond them to ensure that the company operates in a way that benefits its stakeholders and the environment.

CSR under Companies Act 2013: A Discussion between Arjuna & Krishna

April 26, 2023 915 Views 0 comment Print

Explore the nuances of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) under the Companies Act 2013 through a dialogue between Arjuna and Krishna. Understand the legal provisions, benefits, and strategic aspects of CSR, including compliance, impact measurement, and transparent communication.

Expenditure towards CSR disallowed u/s 37 of Income Tax Act

April 13, 2023 7515 Views 0 comment Print

ITAT Mumbai held that expenditure incurred towards Corporate Social Responsibility are specifically disallowed as per explanation 2 to Section 37(1) of the Income Tax Act.

ITC on CSR expenditure and CSR under Companies Act, Income Tax Act & GST

April 8, 2023 3546 Views 0 comment Print

Explore the implications of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) expenditures under Companies Act, Income Tax Act, and GST. Gain insights into tax laws, deductions, and proposed changes. Stay informed to make informed business decisions.

Overview of CSR expenditure

April 8, 2023 65118 Views 2 comments Print

Company covered under Section 135(1) of Companies Act, 2013 is required to spend 2% of Average net profits of company made during three immediately preceding financial years towards CSR

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

April 5, 2023 5067 Views 0 comment Print

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

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