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Companies Act 2013

The Companies Act 2013 is a crucial legislation in India governing the incorporation, functioning, and management of companies. Learn about the key provisions, compliance requirements, and legal framework under the Companies Act 2013.

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Mandatory Dematerialisation of Securities for Public & Private Companies: Legal Framework

Company Law : The Companies Act, 2013 and related rules now require most public and private companies to issue and transfer securities only in d...

May 21, 2026 120 Views 0 comment Print

Companies Act 2013 vs Companies Law Amendment Bill 2026

Company Law : The Companies Law Amendment Bill, 2026 proposes major reforms in corporate governance, compliance, and digital regulation. This ar...

May 20, 2026 489 Views 0 comment Print

Procedure for Shifting Registered Office Outside Local Limits Within Same State (Under Different ROC Jurisdiction)

Company Law : This guide explains the complete legal procedure for shifting a company’s registered office within the same state but under a di...

May 20, 2026 303 Views 0 comment Print

Transfer of Member Interest in No Share Capital Company

Company Law : Section 56 of Companies Act, 2013 requires execution of a proper instrument of transfer for transfer of interest of a member in a ...

May 18, 2026 777 Views 0 comment Print

E-Adjudication & Virtual Hearings Transforming Corporate Governance

Corporate Law : The article explains how digital adjudication systems, virtual hearings, and online compliance platforms are reshaping India’s c...

May 16, 2026 480 Views 0 comment Print


Latest News


Provisional List of 1314 Audit Firms Missing NFRA-2 Filings for 2024-2025

Company Law : Provisional list of audit firms of listed companies yet to file NFRA-2 for 2023-24. Filing deadline was 30.11.2025; fines apply fo...

May 10, 2026 4869 Views 0 comment Print

ICSI Flags MCA-21 V3 Portal Issues, Seeks Urgent Compliance Fixes

Company Law : ICSI recommended restoring public access to basic company master data without mandatory login requirements. The representation sta...

May 8, 2026 17676 Views 0 comment Print

NFRA issues Audit Quality Inspection Guidelines

Company Law : NFRA introduced guidelines to evaluate audit firms’ compliance and quality control systems. The framework emphasizes governance,...

May 1, 2026 801 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 1407 Views 0 comment Print

MCA Consultation on Filing Reforms & Simplifying Compliance for Viksit Bharat 2047

Company Law : The initiative addresses inefficiencies in the current filing system and proposes consolidation and automation. It highlights a sh...

April 17, 2026 444 Views 0 comment Print


Latest Judiciary


In TDS Payment dispute, filing of Sale Deed documents was necessary to prove sale consideration

Income Tax : In a commercial suit regarding specific performance, High Court had allowed a Civil Revision Petition by setting aside the order o...

May 21, 2026 93 Views 0 comment Print

Madras HC Allows Fresh Reply in NDH-4 Rejection Cases Due to Opportunity of Hearing

Company Law : The Madras High Court permitted Nidhi companies to submit fresh replies against NDH-4 rejection orders and directed authorities to...

May 16, 2026 171 Views 0 comment Print

Dale & Carrington Vs. P.K. Prathapan (2004): Legal Analysis & Narrative Brief

Company Law : Legal Analysis and Narrative Brief: Dale and Carrington Investment Pvt. Ltd. and Another v. P.K. Prathapan and Others (Supreme Cou...

April 6, 2026 414 Views 0 comment Print

Writ not entertained since alternative remedy of approaching NCLAT available

Company Law : Bombay High Court held that writ petition cannot be entertained in the face of availability of alternative remedy of approaching t...

April 6, 2026 297 Views 0 comment Print

NCLT Dismisses Plea as Preference Share Extension Within 20-Year Limit Needs No Approval

Company Law : The case examined whether Tribunal approval was required for extending preference share redemption. It was held that such extensio...

April 3, 2026 381 Views 0 comment Print


Latest Notifications


No Multiplicative Penalty for Single Private Placement Violation: ROC Pune

Company Law : ROC Pune held that procedural lapses in a private placement involving one investor formed part of a single integrated transaction ...

May 21, 2026 2088 Views 0 comment Print

ROC Pune Imposes Reduced Penalty Due to Delay in Filing MGT-14 by Start-Up Company

Company Law : ROC Pune penalized a start-up company and its officers for delayed filing of e-Form MGT-14 relating to a Special Resolution under ...

May 21, 2026 156 Views 0 comment Print

ROC Pune Imposes Penalty Due to 46-Day Delay in Filing PAS-3 Return of Allotment

Company Law : ROC Pune penalized a company and its directors for delayed filing of e-Form PAS-3 relating to private placement allotment under Se...

May 21, 2026 96 Views 0 comment Print

ROC Pune Imposes Penalty as Private Placement Funds Were Used Before PAS-3 Filing

Company Law : ROC Pune penalized a company and its directors for utilizing private placement funds before filing return of allotment under Secti...

May 21, 2026 81 Views 0 comment Print

ROC Imposes Penalty Due to Incorrect AGM Date in AOC-4 XBRL Filing

Company Law : ROC Mumbai-II imposed penalty under Section 450 after a company incorrectly mentioned the AGM date in Form AOC-4 XBRL. The order h...

May 21, 2026 108 Views 0 comment Print


ROC Bangalore imposed penalties for delay in appointing a Company Secretary

November 7, 2025 687 Views 0 comment Print

ROC Bangalore imposed penalties on Amagi Media Labs and its directors for delay in appointing a company secretary under Section 203 of the Companies Act.

Step-by-Step Guide for Filing MGT-7 on MCA V3 Portal

November 6, 2025 8682 Views 0 comment Print

The MCA V3 portal shifts Annual Return (MGT-7/7A) filing to a web-based system, replacing the old PDF form. It introduces mandatory disclosures, including Registered Office photographs/coordinates, gender-wise shareholding breakup, and integrated Secretarial Audit (MGT-8) certifications. Filers must use the new online mode or Excel Utility, affix DSCs of the designated director, and save data frequently before final submission.

Step-by-Step Guide for Filing AOC-4 on MCA V3 Portal

November 6, 2025 11076 Views 0 comment Print

Learn to file MCA AOC-4 on the V3 portal. The process requires direct online data entry for Balance Sheet and P&L figures, followed by DSC affixation and fee payment.

Penalty for Delay in Filing Form MR-2 for Non-Resident Director Appointment

November 6, 2025 2538 Views 0 comment Print

ROC Mumbai imposes penalty on Hexaware Technologies and officers for late filing of Form MR-2 for appointment of non-resident whole-time director under Section 450 of Companies Act.

Replacement of liquidator accepted as approved by majority Stakeholders Consultation Committee

November 4, 2025 537 Views 0 comment Print

NCLT Kochi held that application under Regulation 31A(11) of the IBBI (Liquidation Process) Regulations, 2016 valid as Stakeholders’ Consultation Committee [SCC] with majority vote has resolved to replace the present liquidator.

Section 454 Penalty Under Companies Act, 2013 for Violation of Section 117(2)

November 4, 2025 876 Views 0 comment Print

ROC Ahmedabad penalized a company and its directors under Section 117(2) of the Companies Act 2013 for a 215-day delay in filing the Board Resolution for the Internal Auditor’s appointment (Form MGT-14). A total penalty of Rs.1,26,000 was imposed.

ROC Mumbai Imposes ₹1.5 Lakh Penalty for Failure to Maintain Registered Office

November 4, 2025 570 Views 0 comment Print

ROC Mumbai penalized Pentium Hi-Tech Pvt. Ltd. and its directors for failing to maintain a registered office, violating Section 12(1) of the Companies Act, 2013. Reduced penalty imposed under Section 446B.

ROC Penalizes Nicco Securities for Missing CIN on Letterhead

November 4, 2025 486 Views 0 comment Print

ROC Mumbai imposed a ₹3,000 penalty on Nicco Securities and Directors for violating Section 12(3)(c) by failing to include the CIN on official letterheads and notices.

ROC Chennai Imposes ₹2.5 Lakh Penalty for 6-Year Delay in Filing Annual Return

November 4, 2025 606 Views 0 comment Print

ROC Chennai imposed maximum penalties on South Asian Financial Exchange Ltd. and its director for failing to file the 2014-15 annual return, following a Madras HC directive.

ROC Fines Startup for failure to Attach EGM Notice in MGT-14 Filing for Share Allotment

November 4, 2025 1323 Views 0 comment Print

ROC Chennai issued an adjudication order against BON FRESH FOODS for violating rules related to preferential share allotment documentation. A lesser penalty was applied under Section 446B due to its DPIIT Start-up status.

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