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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


CA penalised for failure to report on Contravention of Companies Act, 2013

February 17, 2023 2193 Views 0 comment Print

Upon perusal of Balance Sheet for the financial year 2020-2021, it is observed that the Company has shown an amount of Rs. 1,26,30,680 as Non-current investment However, the Company has failed to disclose the details of the name of the body corporate (indicating separately whether such bodies are (i) subsidiaries, (ii) associates, (iii) joint ventures, […]

Fall of Kingfisher Airlines: A Cautionary Tale of Corporate Governance

February 17, 2023 11952 Views 0 comment Print

In this article, we will discuss relevant provisions of Companies Act 2013 in the context of case of Vijay Mallya and Kingfisher Airlines.

Analysis of Section 448 Punishment for False Statement under Companies Act 2013

February 16, 2023 12363 Views 2 comments Print

False statements made knowingly and willfully have a criminal offence under Section 448 of the Companies Act, 2013. Learn more about the punishment in this analysis.

Section 449 of Companies Act, 2013 – Punishment for false evidence

February 16, 2023 8856 Views 1 comment Print

Providing false evidence to Registrar or other authorities appointed under Companies Act, 2013 is a punishable offence with fine up to INR 1 lakh or 6 months jail or both, as per Section 449

Whether figures reported in DPT-3 are current year figures or outstanding figures?

February 16, 2023 3999 Views 0 comment Print

Find out the legal provisions regarding acceptance of deposits by companies in India Whether figures reported in DPT-3 are current year figures or outstanding figures

Difference between NGO and Section 8 company

February 15, 2023 10698 Views 0 comment Print

Discover the fundamental differences between NGO and Section 8 companies, and explore both legal structures to better understand the implications for each.

Section 34 – Criminal Liability for Mis-Statements in Prospectus

February 15, 2023 72702 Views 0 comment Print

Section 34 of Companies Act 2013 deals with liability for shifting financial statements or prospectus. It specifies that any person who is found to be responsible for any false statement or misstatement in prospectus whether or not the prospectus is published shall be liable.

Section 338 of Companies Act 2013 – Liability if Proper Accounts not kept

February 15, 2023 3174 Views 0 comment Print

Ensure compliance with Section 338 of Companies Act 2013. Proper accounts should be kept to avoid liability & fines. Follow the Act’s rules & regulations & review records regularly.

Section 339 of Companies Act 2013 – Fraudulent conduct of business

February 15, 2023 11547 Views 0 comment Print

Learn how Section 339 of the Companies Act 2013 addresses fraudulent conduct of business in India. Analysis of implications & effects on shareholders & stakeholders.

ESOP Compliance Checklist by Listed Companies

February 14, 2023 6885 Views 0 comment Print

Save time and money with this ESOP Compliance Checklist for Listed Companies. Follow this comprehensive checklist to ensure steady compliance with SEBI regulations.

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