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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


IEPF Authority invites comments for simplifying claims refund process

January 9, 2023 2967 Views 0 comment Print

IEPFA invites comments on consultation Paper on refund process at IEPFA to simplify & expedite process of claim refund filed under Companies Act 2013

Directorship In Indian Companies By “Persons Resident Outside India”

January 9, 2023 16944 Views 1 comment Print

Learn about the procedures and documents required for Persons Resident Outside India, including foreign nationals, Persons of Indian Origin (PIO), and Non-Resident Indians (NRI), to obtain Director Identification Number (DIN) for directorship in Indian companies. Understand the unique documentation needs based on residency status and get insights into the notarization and apostille requirements for identity and address proofs. Stay compliant with the Companies Act, 2013, and the Companies (Appointment and Qualifications of Directors) Rules, 2014, for director appointments in India.

Non filing of Annual Return – MCA imposes Penalty of Rs. 41,16,500

January 9, 2023 11883 Views 0 comment Print

Sub-section (4) of Section 92 of the Act provides that every company shall file with the Registrar a copy of the Annual Return, within sixty days from the date on which the Annual General Meeting is held or where no Annual General Meeting is held in any year within Sixty days from the date on […]

NCLT- No rectificatory jurisdiction for violation of SEBI regulations: SC

January 7, 2023 2313 Views 0 comment Print

IFB Agro Industries Limited Vs Sicgil India Limited (Supreme Court of India) Recently, the Supreme Court in the landmark case of IFB Agro Industries Limited v. Sicgil India Limited and Ors held that NCLT does not have the power to exercise rectificatory jurisdiction under the section 59 of the Companies Act, 2013 for the matters […]

Annual ROC Compliance forms For FY 2022-23

January 5, 2023 5685 Views 2 comments Print

Stay compliant with the Annual Compliance forms for FY 2022-23. Know the due dates for forms such as MSME-1, PAS-6, DPT-3, DIR-3 KYC, CRA-2, ADT-1, MGT-14, DIR-12, AOC-4, MGT-7/MGT-7A, and CRA-4. Ensure timely filing to avoid penalties. Stay informed about the latest changes and due date extensions.

Practical Steps to Change the Name of a Private Company

January 4, 2023 1095 Views 0 comment Print

Practical steps to change the name of a private company: From calling board meetings, reserving the proposed name with MCA, passing resolutions, holding EGM, to filing necessary e-forms. Learn the process, documentation, and timelines for a seamless transition.

MCA imposes penalty on Auditors for failure to comment on shareholding in excess of 5%

January 4, 2023 32238 Views 0 comment Print

As per Section 129(1) of the Companies Act 2013, the Financial Statements shall give true and fair view of the state of affairs of the Company, comply with the accounting standards notified under section 133 and be in form as provided in Schedule III. For each class of equity share capital as per Schedule III […]

MCA imposes penalty on company for not marinating registered office after giving benefit of small company

January 4, 2023 1188 Views 0 comment Print

As per Section 12 A company shall, on and from the thirtieth day of its incorporation and at all times thereafter, have a registered office capable of receiving and acknowledging all communications and notices as may be prescribed. It is observed that company is a small company so benefits of small company is extended to this company while adjudicating penalty.

Sign board of company outside registered office damaged due to rain- MCA imposes penalty for non-display

January 4, 2023 2766 Views 0 comment Print

Due to rain and stormy whether the display board showing the name of the company was damaged. Whereas, it is concluded that on the date of visit the company was non-compliance with regard to section 12(3)(a) of the Companies Act, 2013. Hence, the company and its directors are liable for penalty for defaulting period i.e. from 29.08.2022 to 30.08.2022).

Moneys destroyed Name & Address Board of Company – MCA imposes Penalty

January 4, 2023 984 Views 0 comment Print

Company office is situated in village and often monkeys roam here and there, we had duly put on place the board but just 3 days before the inspection, it was tempered and destroyed by the monkeys, we had ordered for new board to be displayed which took 5 days to deliver and we affixed the new board on 8th September, 2022

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