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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


How to determine Cost Audit & Cost Records Maintenance applicability for reporting in Director’s Report & CARO

May 2, 2022 14535 Views 0 comment Print

All of us have started experiencing the heat towards the compliance mechanisms being put up by the statutory/regulatory authorities. As the Cost Records and GST records both use the HSN codes for reporting purposes, leniency in the maintenance of cost records or missing out on getting the cost audit conducted can cost a lot to the organisations.

Separation of Role of Chairperson and MD/CEO

April 30, 2022 18762 Views 0 comment Print

Explore the significance of separating the roles of Chairperson and MD/CEO in corporate governance under Section 203(1) of the Companies Act, 2013. Learn about the factors to consider when delineating these roles and understand the voluntary nature of SEBI’s mandate for listed entities, promoting board effectiveness and minimizing conflicts of interest.

Tax Compliance & Statutory Due dates for May 2022

April 30, 2022 22926 Views 1 comment Print

Stay compliant with tax and statutory due dates for May 2022. Learn about important deadlines for Income Tax, GST, ROC compliance, and more.

Process of Removal of Companies Name from Registrar of Companies (ROC)

April 29, 2022 4191 Views 0 comment Print

This is one of the simplest processes to get its company close from the ROC list. There can be several reasons to close the company. Some of the reasons have been listed below for shutting down any business.

Penalty for delay in Transfer of Unspent CSR Amount – MCA levied penalty

April 29, 2022 1770 Views 0 comment Print

Violation of Section 135(5) occurs when a company fails to comply with this requirement by not spending the prescribed amount on CSR activities within the stipulated time frame.

Director Identification Number (DIN)- How to Obtain/Cancel/Surrender & Penal Provisions

April 27, 2022 12477 Views 0 comment Print

Learn how to obtain, cancel, or surrender a Director Identification Number (DIN) under the Companies Act, 2013. Explore the application process, documents required, and penalties for non-compliance. Ensure compliance with DIN regulations for seamless directorship.

FAQs on Maintenance of Cost Records and Audit thereof 

April 27, 2022 14211 Views 0 comment Print

Companies (Cost Records and Audit) Rules, 2014 will be applicable in this case, subject to it meeting with the prescribed turnover threshold. However, if the company is engaged only in development of the software and not providing online education services, then it will not be covered under the said rules.

Compliance & Reporting CSR-2 | A Step Towards Corporate Governance

April 27, 2022 6288 Views 0 comment Print

To bring in a change and upgrade the concept of consistent growth of CSR so as to align it with the sustainable development and transparency, MCA vide its notification dated February 11, 2022, has introduced a new reporting which highlights the compulsion for the firms who come under the purview of the provision of Section 135(1) of Companies Act, 2013, for filing of Form CSR-2.

Companies (Registration of Charges) Amendment Rules, 2022

April 27, 2022 4239 Views 0 comment Print

MCA notifies Companies (Registration of Charges) Amendment Rules, 2022 and inserted sub-rule (5), which is as follows:- (5) Nothing contained in this rule shall apply to any charge equired to be created or modified by a banking company under section 77 in favour of the Reserve Bank of India when any loan or advance has […]

ESOP – Employee’s Stock Option Plan

April 27, 2022 14223 Views 0 comment Print

Explore the intricacies of ESOP (Employee Stock Option Plan) under the Companies Act’ 2013. From crucial definitions like grant, vesting, and option, to recognizing goods or services in share-based transactions, learn the classification of employee share-based plans and the meticulous measurement of fair value. Dive into examples, classifications, and valuation techniques.

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