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.
Company Law : The Companies Act, 2013 and related rules now require most public and private companies to issue and transfer securities only in d...
Company Law : The Companies Law Amendment Bill, 2026 proposes major reforms in corporate governance, compliance, and digital regulation. This ar...
Company Law : This guide explains the complete legal procedure for shifting a company’s registered office within the same state but under a di...
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 ...
Corporate Law : The article explains how digital adjudication systems, virtual hearings, and online compliance platforms are reshaping India’s c...
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...
Company Law : ICSI recommended restoring public access to basic company master data without mandatory login requirements. The representation sta...
Company Law : NFRA introduced guidelines to evaluate audit firms’ compliance and quality control systems. The framework emphasizes governance,...
Company Law : The issue is ambiguity in filing authority during liquidation. ICSI has requested clarity to enable liquidators to maintain statut...
Company Law : The initiative addresses inefficiencies in the current filing system and proposes consolidation and automation. It highlights a sh...
Income Tax : In a commercial suit regarding specific performance, High Court had allowed a Civil Revision Petition by setting aside the order o...
Company Law : The Madras High Court permitted Nidhi companies to submit fresh replies against NDH-4 rejection orders and directed authorities to...
Company Law : Legal Analysis and Narrative Brief: Dale and Carrington Investment Pvt. Ltd. and Another v. P.K. Prathapan and Others (Supreme Cou...
Company Law : Bombay High Court held that writ petition cannot be entertained in the face of availability of alternative remedy of approaching t...
Company Law : The case examined whether Tribunal approval was required for extending preference share redemption. It was held that such extensio...
Company Law : ROC Pune held that procedural lapses in a private placement involving one investor formed part of a single integrated transaction ...
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 ...
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...
Company Law : ROC Pune penalized a company and its directors for utilizing private placement funds before filing return of allotment under Secti...
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...
MCA exempts CA, CMA, CS & Advocate having 10 years’ experience from Online Proficiency Self-Assessment Test for becoming Independent Director by notifying Companies (Appointment and Qualification of Directors) Amendment Rules, 2021 vide Notification No. G.S.R. 579(E) dated 19th August, 2021. MCA vide its Notification dated 19th August 2021 has issued the Companies (Appointment and Qualification […]
Chief Justice of the High Court of Jharkhand hereby designates Court of Sub-Divisional Judicial Magistrate at Ranchi as Special Court for the purposes of providing speedy trial of offences under clause (b) of sub-section (2) of section 435 of the Companies Act, 2013. MINISTRY OF CORPORATE AFFAIRS NOTIFICATION New Delhi, the 19th August, 2021 S.O. […]
Synopsis of: NCLT, Ahmedabad Bench, order ArcelorMittal to pay Rs 1300 crores to SREI Infrastructure Applicant: SREI Infrastructure Finance Limited (SREI) Respondent: 1. Arcelormittal India Private Limited (AIPL) Successful Resolution Applicant of Essar Steel India Ltd. 2. Sh. Satish Kumar Gupta, RP of Essar Steel India Ltd 3. Arcelormittal Nippon Steel India Ltd (earlier as […]
Introduction When an application is filed against directors of a company under section 241 of the Companies Act, 2013(CA, 2013), the rights of the investors cannot be suppressed by barring the initiation of the Corporate Insolvency Resolution Process (CIRP) under Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code, 2016 (IBC, 2016). Even in cases of multiple proceedings, if requirements […]
Introduction: The Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) has imposed a penalty of Rs. 4 lakh on Oliveshine Mutual Benefit Nidhi Limited for failing to maintain a registered office, a violation of Section 12(1) read with Section 12(8) of the Companies Act, 2013. This article delves into the details of this penalty and the implications it […]
Who are recognized as Small Shareholders – Under Company Act, 2013, Small Shareholder means a small shareholder holding shares of nominal value of not more than ₹20,000. The rationale behind the inclusion of this concept in Company Act, 2013 was to protect the interest of the small shareholders, as reflected in the Statement of Objects […]
INTRODUCTION Every Company needs funds to run and expand its business operations. These funds either are owners’ capital or debt. This debt can further be debenture, loans, and deposits. In this write-up, we are going to discuss deposits and inter-corporate borrowings. In this write-up, I will analyse provisions related to acceptance of Deposits by the […]
Corporate Social Responsibility is a management concept whereby companies integrate social and environmental concerns in their business operations and interactions with their stakeholders and the public. Benefits The benefits of CSR are many. Companies establish good reputations, attract positive attention, save money through operational efficiency, minimize environmental impacts, attract top talent and inspire innovation. Applicability 1. […]
Private Company Section 2(68) of the act states that a private company is means a company which, Restricts the right to transfer shares. Limit the number of members to two hundred, However the maximum number excludes former employees who are also members, and current employees holding shares. Provided that, Joint holders of shares shall be treat […]
A lot of Startups are emerging in India. So, it is important for them to know which form and structure of entity is the best for them. If you want to enjoy both the features of a partnership firm and a company, you should think of Limited Liability Partnership (LLP). LLP for Startups in India […]
