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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 135 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 501 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 309 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 780 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 4887 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 17820 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 447 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 303 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 2100 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 159 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


Modifications/alterations after approval of resolution plan of CoC and before approval by Adjudicating Authority not justified

July 1, 2023 2508 Views 0 comment Print

NCLAT Chennai held that subsequent to the approval of the Resolution Plan of the CoC and before the approval by the Adjudicating Authority, no modifications / alterations can be called for as IBC is a time bound process.

Penalty imposed by ROC for not maintaining Registered Office – Section 12

June 30, 2023 4116 Views 0 comment Print

Understand the penalty imposed by ROC for not maintaining a registered office under Section 12 of the Companies Act, 2013. Explore the case of Glonix Electronics, the adjudication order, and the consequences of non-compliance. Expert insights by CS Kanchan Gupta.

MCA imposes Penalty for not providing documents to Independent Directors

June 30, 2023 1290 Views 0 comment Print

Read the adjudication order issued by the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) imposing penalties on Madhyam Agrivet Industries Limited for violating Section 173 of the Companies Act, 2013. The order highlights the company’s failure to provide relevant documents to independent directors and the resulting penalty. Find out the details of the case and the penalty imposed by the MCA.

Penalty Imposed by MCA for Non-Serially Numbered Minutes of Meetings

June 30, 2023 19473 Views 0 comment Print

Discover the details of the adjudication order issued by the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) against Tech Spanner Info Pvt Ltd. The order imposes a penalty on the company for their failure to serially number the minutes of their meetings, as required by the Companies Act, 2013. This article provides an analysis of the case, […]

What are the reasons for Company Name Rejection?

June 30, 2023 7110 Views 0 comment Print

Choosing a company name is a crucial step when registering a Private Limited Company. During the name approval process conducted by the Ministry of Corporate Affairs, applicants are required to submit two options for the company name in order of preference. The Registrar of Companies (ROC) will accept one of the two options.

MCA Penalizes Delayed MGT-14 & Form PAS-3 Filing in Private Placement

June 30, 2023 19266 Views 0 comment Print

Private placement- Separate Bank Account not opened, Delay in FIling MGT-14 & Form PAS-3 – MCA imposes penalty – The order discusses the violations committed by the company, the appointment of the adjudicating officer, facts about the case, and the factors considered while imposing penalties. Analysis: The adjudication order reveals that Cookiejar Technologies Private Limited failed […]

NCLAT Overturns NCLT Ruling on Ex-PNB Official in Nirav Modi Case: An Analysis

June 30, 2023 3768 Views 0 comment Print

In this case the NCLT’s order was set aside by the NCLAT to implead a former Executive Director of the Punjab National Bank in a matter related to Rs 14000 crore scam involving diamond merchant Nirav Modi Group and Gitanjali Group of Companies.

What are ESOPs and why a Company should roll out ESOPs in its Company

June 30, 2023 1968 Views 0 comment Print

 Understand what Employee Stock Options (ESOPs) are and why a company, especially startups, should implement them. Learn about the advantages and vesting schedules. For ESOP advisory, contact Saras Juris Law.

Penalty Imposed by MCA for Failure to Paginate and Sign Minute Book Pages

June 30, 2023 4839 Views 0 comment Print

Read the adjudication order issued by the Office of the Registrar of Companies, Maharashtra, Pune, where penalties have been imposed on Madhyam Agrivet Industries Limited for not paginating and signing blank pages in their minute book. Understand the provisions violated and the penalties levied under the Companies Act.

Unveiling the Power of Retirement by Rotation: A Catalyst for Board Continuity and Fresh Perspectives!

June 30, 2023 21111 Views 2 comments Print

Explore how the principle of retirement by rotation serves as a catalyst for board continuity and the infusion of fresh perspectives in a company’s governance structure. Understand the legal nuances and exceptions of this powerful corporate mechanism.

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