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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 17685 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 2094 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


Delay in Filing MGT-14 Attracts Penalty Despite Voluntary Disclosure

April 22, 2026 168 Views 0 comment Print

A delayed filing of a special resolution beyond the statutory deadline resulted in penalties despite claims of bona fide error. The ruling highlights strict compliance obligations under the Companies Act.

Private Placement Violation: MCA imposes Rs. 3.67 Cr Penalty on Company & Directors

April 22, 2026 1497 Views 0 comment Print

Failure to maintain a separate bank account for private placement led to penalties equal to the funds raised. The ruling clarifies strict compliance under Section 42(6) and limits penalty to the lower of ₹2 crore or the amount raised.

MGT-14 Filing Delay of 530 Days Attracts Penalty Under Companies Act

April 22, 2026 450 Views 0 comment Print

Delay in filing Form MGT-14 beyond statutory timelines led to penalties on the company and its directors. The case highlights strict enforcement of Section 117 compliance requirements.

₹8 Crore Penalty Imposed for Failure to Maintain Separate Bank Account in Private Placement

April 22, 2026 9363 Views 0 comment Print

The case involved non-compliance with Section 42 requirements during a private placement. The authority imposed maximum penalties, stressing that designated accounts must meet strict statutory standards.

Penalty Imposed for Delay in Holding First Board Meeting Beyond Statutory Period

April 21, 2026 249 Views 0 comment Print

The authority imposed penalties after finding the company failed to hold its first board meeting within 30 days of incorporation. The ruling reinforces strict compliance with Section 173(1).

Penalty Imposed for Failure to Mention DIN in Financial Statements Under Companies Act

April 21, 2026 192 Views 0 comment Print

The issue centered on omission of DIN details by directors in financial filings. The ruling imposed penalties while exempting individuals not associated during the default period.

Penalty Imposed for Not Mentioning DIN in Financial Statements Under Companies Act

April 21, 2026 273 Views 0 comment Print

The ROC imposed penalties for failure to disclose DIN in financial statements, violating Section 158. The key takeaway is that non-compliance with statutory disclosure requirements attracts monetary penalties under Section 172.

Procedure for Transfer of Unclaimed Dividend to IEPF under Companies Act, 2013

April 21, 2026 1002 Views 0 comment Print

The framework under the Companies Act, 2013 requires companies to transfer unclaimed dividends after seven years to IEPF along with shares. This process includes identification, shareholder intimation, Board approval, and timely filing of prescribed forms.

Penalty Imposed Due to Delay in Holding Board Meeting Beyond 120 Days

April 21, 2026 525 Views 0 comment Print

The case deals with failure to comply with the mandatory 120-day gap between Board meetings. The authority imposed penalties despite voluntary disclosure, reinforcing strict compliance requirements.

DIR-3 KYC Delay Now Costs ₹5,000 and amendement costs ₹500

April 21, 2026 10350 Views 0 comment Print

The issue concerns compliance delays in director KYC filings. The amendment imposes a ₹5,000 penalty for late submission, reinforcing timely regulatory compliance.

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