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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 504 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 4893 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 17835 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 450 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 2103 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


NFRA penalises Statutory Auditor of Brach of DHFL for accepting legally invalid appointment

April 13, 2023 5100 Views 0 comment Print

NFRA’s investigations revealed that the appointment of none of the 33 branch auditors was approved at the Annual General Meeting (AGM) of DHFL, as required by the Act. The audit firm and CA Mathew Samuel accepted the appointment, portrayed themselves as “Branch Statutory Auditor” in all communications with the Company and CAS, and issued an […]

Registered Valuer under Section 247 of Companies Act, 2013

April 12, 2023 39327 Views 1 comment Print

Navigate the intricacies of Section 247 of the Companies Act, 2013 governing registered valuers. Learn about their appointment, duties, and the importance of compliance for transparent and credible asset valuation.

Process of Conversion of Public Company into Private Limited Company

April 12, 2023 16497 Views 0 comment Print

Uncover the seamless process of converting a Public Company into a Private Limited Company. From altering documents to RD application, navigate the steps with precision for a compliant transition.

Legal requirement of appointment of Company Secretary

April 12, 2023 119688 Views 8 comments Print

Any company which is mandatorily required to appoint a Company Secretary if doesn’t appoint, such company shall be liable to a penalty of five lakh rupees, and every director and key managerial personnel of the company who is in default shall be liable to a penalty of fifty thousand rupees and where the default is a continuing one, with a further penalty of one thousand rupees for each day after the first during which such default continues but not exceeding five lakh rupees. 

Important Statutory Due dates for Company Annual Filing for FY 2022-23

April 12, 2023 109938 Views 0 comment Print

Stay compliant Mark your calendars with the crucial statutory due dates for company annual filing in FY 2022-23. From MSME to FLA, know when to file for a hassle-free financial year.

MCA levied Rs. 10 Lakh Penalty for delay in appointment of whole-time CS

April 12, 2023 762 Views 0 comment Print

Menzies Aviation Bobba (Bangalore) Private Limited failed to appoint a whole-time company secretary (CS) within the prescribed time frame, resulting in a violation of Section 203 of the Companies Act, 2013 for a period of 730 days. The managing director, Mr. Bobba Veerasamynathan, has been held liable for the violation. The order imposes a penalty […]

NFRA imposes penalty of Rs 1 crore on Auditors

April 12, 2023 60552 Views 0 comment Print

NFRA’s investigations inter-alia revealed that CDGL’s Auditors for FY 2018-19 failed to meet relevant requirements of Standards on Auditing and provisions of Companies Act 2013 and also demonstrated a serious lack of competence. 

Company failed to dematerialize shares before transferring – MCA imposes Peanlty

April 11, 2023 1935 Views 1 comment Print

The company, registered under the jurisdiction of RoC Karnataka, failed to dematerialize securities before transferring them, in violation of Rule 9A(3)(a) of the Companies (Prospectus and Allotment of Securities) Rules 2014. The penalties of Rs. 10,000 each have been imposed on the company and its directors, Anil Prem Dsouza and Hansa Sharma. 

MCA Imposes Penalty for Delayed Filing of Form INC-20A

April 11, 2023 29280 Views 0 comment Print

As per Rule 23A of the Companies (Incorporation) Rules, 2014, the declaration under section 10A by a director shall be in Form No. INC-20A and shall be filed as provided in the Companies (Registration Offices and Fees) Rules, 2014 and the contents of the said form shall be verified by a company secretary or a […]

Board Resolution in case of shifting of registered office from one state to another state

April 11, 2023 31446 Views 0 comment Print

Explore a sample board resolution for shifting a company’s registered office from one state to another. Understand the legal procedures, approvals required, and the role of directors and company secretary. Download this certified true copy for your reference.

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