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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


Possibility of Suo Moto Adjudication & Coexistence between 441/454 of Companies Act 2013

June 29, 2023 9450 Views 0 comment Print

Understand the differences between compounding and adjudication under Section 454 of the Companies Act 2013. Learn about the role of the Regional Director, penalties vs. fines, and the coexistence of Section 441 and Section 454.

Enhancing Data Security: Importance of an Audit Trail for Companies

June 29, 2023 1386 Views 0 comment Print

Discover the significance of implementing an audit trail in your company’s data management processes. Learn about the benefits of maintaining a comprehensive audit trail, the management’s role and responsibilities, and the preservation requirements. Enhance data security and promote good corporate governance practices.

Section 180 (1)(a): Selling or Disposal of Undertaking of a Company or Shares of Subsidiaries

June 29, 2023 48129 Views 0 comment Print

Gain comprehensive understanding of Section 180 (1)(a) of Companies Act, 2013 – focusing on the selling or disposal of a company’s undertaking or shares of subsidiaries.

Form No. DIR-2 Consent to act as a director of a company – Format

June 29, 2023 48855 Views 1 comment Print

Form No. DIR-2: Complete guide on the consent form to act as a director. Learn its importance, contents, and the step-by-step process for submission. Ensure legal compliance for your directorial role.

Penalties for Failure to Appoint Company Secretary: A costly oversight

June 28, 2023 2664 Views 0 comment Print

Explore a case study of GTZ Securities Limited, which faced penalties due to its failure to appoint a Company Secretary as mandated by the Companies Act, 2013. Discover the consequences, violations, and penalties imposed on the company and its directors.

Guide to Appointment of Auditor in Casual Vacancy under Companies Act 2013

June 28, 2023 79230 Views 0 comment Print

A comprehensive guide to role of auditors and audit process under Companies Act 2013. Understand appointment, reappointment, and steps to fill a casual vacancy in auditor’s role.

How to Reclassify the Authorised Share Capital of a Company

June 28, 2023 17622 Views 0 comment Print

The need to reclassify the authorised share capital of a company in one or more classes may arise for various reasons. For example, if the company was incorporated with only one type or class of share capital, i.e., equity shares, it would be required to create a class of preference shares if it wishes to issue preference shares.

Non-Compliance Penalty: Rs. 25 Lakh for Non-Appointment of Company Secretary

June 28, 2023 6336 Views 0 comment Print

Learn about the Rs. 25 Lakh penalty imposed by the Government of India on a private company for non-appointment of a Company Secretary in accordance with the Companies Act, 2013.

Audit Lapses: NFRA imposes Rs. 60 Lakh Penalty on CA & Audit Firm

June 28, 2023 19062 Views 0 comment Print

Comprehensive analysis of audit lapses leading to significant NFRA-imposed penalty on CA Devang Dalal and M H Dalal & Associates, setting a precedent in corporate financial accountability.

INC-20A Filed with 220 Days Delay but No Penalty Imposed

June 28, 2023 2349 Views 0 comment Print

Unraveling the details of MCA Order No. 1589, where Squareroot Data Centers Private Limited escapes penalty despite a 220-day delay in filing INC-20A.

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