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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


Penalty imposed on company for not doing actuarial valuation for gratuity & leave encashment

February 9, 2023 3234 Views 0 comment Print

Auditor has reported that company has not complied with Accounting Standard 15 specified under section 133 of Act read with Rule 7 of Companies(Accounts) Rules, 2014, where no actuarial valuation is done for gratuity and leave encashment for the financial years 2017-18, 2018-19 and 2019-20. Hence the company has not complied with section 134(3)(f) of the Companies Act, 2013. Therefore, the company and every officer who is in default are liable for penal action under Section 134(8) of the Companies Act, 2013.

MCA Imposes Penalty of Rs. 14,00,000 for non-submission of Balance Sheet

February 9, 2023 33543 Views 1 comment Print

MCA Imposes Penalty of Rs. 14,00,000 for non-submission of Balance Sheet in Uttar Pradesh. Learn about the case & the subsequent penalties in this post.

Penalty on ‘Adani Transmission Step-One Limited’ for delay in submission of resolution

February 9, 2023 4260 Views 0 comment Print

M/s. Adani Transmission Step-One Limited vide SRN dated 05.01.2023 has filed e-form MGT-14 62 (1) (c) to consider and approve issue and allotment of 25 crore Compulsorily Convertible Debentures of Rs. 100 each to Adani Transmission Limited by way of meeting of members held on 27.09.2022. Whereas, as per the provision of section 117(1) of […]

SS 4 – Secretarial Standards on Report of Board of Directors

February 8, 2023 8430 Views 1 comment Print

Explore the key provisions of Secretarial Standards (SS-4) on the Report of Board of Directors under the Companies Act, 2013. Understand the prescribed format and disclosures for enhanced corporate transparency.

One Person Company (OPC) provisions under Companies Act, 2013

February 8, 2023 24327 Views 1 comment Print

Understand the concept of One Person Company (OPC) and its provisions under Companies Act, 2013 with this article. All questions answered.

Difference Between Dormant and Strike Off Companies

February 8, 2023 5973 Views 0 comment Print

Learn the difference between Dormant & Strike Off companies according to Section 455 of the Companies Act 2013. Understand how a company can become an inactive company & obtain the status of a Dormant Company.

When The Numbers Didn’t Add Up: The Satyam Scandal Explained

February 8, 2023 11949 Views 0 comment Print

Satyam fraud case serves as a cautionary tale that highlights the importance of corporate governance and the responsibilities of the board of directors, independent directors, and audit committee in ensuring the transparency and accuracy of a company’s financial statements.

FAQ’s on MCA Extension of due date of filing 46 Form on MCA V-3 Portal

February 7, 2023 6336 Views 0 comment Print

Get the latest FAQs about MCA’s extended filing date for 46 Form on MCA V-3 Portal without additional fees. Circular 03/2023 issued on 07 Feb 2023.

Whole time CS Appointment default- Penalty Reduced to Rs. 1.25 Lakh from 7 Lakh

February 7, 2023 681 Views 0 comment Print

Discover the outcome of an appeal under section 454(5) of the Companies Act, 2013 for default in appointing a Company Secretary, where the penalty was reduced to Rs. 1.25 Lakh.

MCA extends time limit for filing 46 forms without additional fees

February 7, 2023 4116 Views 0 comment Print

MCA decided to allow further additional time of 15 days for filing of 46 forms, without additional fees, to the stakeholders.

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