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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


MCA penalises director for certifying & filing incorrect e-form AOC-4

November 16, 2022 13455 Views 4 comments Print

MCA impose penalty on director under section 450 of Companies Act, 2013 for certify and filing incorrect e-form AOC-4 pursuant to Rule 8(3) of Companies (Registration Offices and Fees) Rules, 2014

MCA imposes Rs. 1.5 Lakh Penalty for not delivering certificates of securities allotted

November 15, 2022 1599 Views 0 comment Print

Section 56(4)(b) of Companies Act, 2013 stipulates that every company shall, unless prohibited by any provision of law or any order of court, tribunal or other authority, deliver the certificates of all securities allotted, transferred or transmitted within a period of 2 months from the date of allotment, in case of any allotment of any of its shares.

Penalty reduced as company was having accumulated losses & not in a position to employ CS

November 15, 2022 1011 Views 0 comment Print

Company is having accumulated losses and not in a position to employ a Whole Time Company Secretary. Though the Company has earned some profits during the last two years, it is not sufficient to make its net worth positive.

Non-appointment of CS as Company was not in a cosmopolitan area – Penalty reduced

November 15, 2022 969 Views 0 comment Print

F.No:9/72/ADJ/SEC. 203/2013/ANDHRA PRADESH /RD(SER)/2022/5492 BEFORE THE REGIONAL DIRECTOR, SOUTH EAST REGION MINISTRY OF CORPORATE AFFAIRS, HYDERABAD IN THE MATTER OF COMPANIES ACT, 2013 IN THE MATTER OF SAUMYA MEDICAL CARE AND MEDIA LIMITED 1. M/s. Saumya Medical Care And Media Limited 2. Mr. Suresh Chintamaneni, Managing Director Appellants Date of hearing :15.11.2022 Present : Mr. […]

NFRA introduces audit quality inspections

November 14, 2022 2886 Views 0 comment Print

The National Financial Reporting Authority (NFRA) has published its audit quality inspection guidelines  as a step towards  further  improving the quality of audit profession. The inspection guidelines are on the lines of the best practices followed by International Audit Regulators. In fact, Audit quality inspections are integral to the functioning of independent audit regulators, world-wide. […]

Buyback of Shares – Tax, Regulatory and Valuation Aspects

November 14, 2022 64005 Views 0 comment Print

Dive into the intricacies of share buybacks, exploring tax, regulatory, and valuation aspects. Learn about the Companies Act, Income Tax Act, and SEBI regulations governing buybacks, ensuring a comprehensive understanding. Unravel the valuation requirements, including methodologies for unlisted and listed companies. Make informed decisions in the world of share buybacks.

Sole Proprietorship Vs One Person Company

November 13, 2022 10203 Views 3 comments Print

The proprietorship is a popular business form due to its simplicity, ease of setup, and nominal cost.  You could have one up and running within 15 days, which makes it very popular among the unorganised sector, especially in small traders and merchants. 

Role of Company Secretaries in Risk Management

November 10, 2022 5304 Views 0 comment Print

Explore the crucial role of company secretaries in risk management and the need for a strong risk culture in organizations.

Application u/s 7 by Financial Creditor against Guarantor maintainable on default of Principal Borrower

November 10, 2022 1026 Views 0 comment Print

NCLAT Delhi held that Financial Creditors can invoke the proceedings under section 7 of the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code, 2016 against the Guarantor, who on default of Principal Borrower transforms into Corporate Debtor

Applicability of Ind AS 19 on NBFC’s, Banks & Insurance Companies

November 10, 2022 27381 Views 0 comment Print

Learn about the applicability of Ind AS 19 on NBFCs, banks, and insurance companies in India. Understand the requirement for actuarial valuations and compliance with Indian accounting standards.

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