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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 138 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 507 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 483 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 17916 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 2112 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


Convert Public company into a Private Company

January 14, 2020 2589 Views 0 comment Print

Article explains Applicable provision for Conversion of a Public Limited Company into a Private Limited, E-Forms for Conversion of a Public Limited Company into a Private Limited, Procedure for Conversion of a Public Limited Company into a Private Limited and Steps to be taken after Conversion of a Public Limited Company into a Private Limited […]

All about Independent Director under Companies Act 2013 with FAQs

January 14, 2020 79296 Views 5 comments Print

Section 149 and Section 150 of Companies Act, 2013 read with Chapter XI The Companies (Appointment and Qualifications of Directors) Rules, 2014 Independent Director: ‘independent director’ means an independent director referred to in sub-section (6) of section 149 (Annexure A of this Article). Applicability:  1. Listed Company. 2. the Public Companies having paid up share capital of […]

Online Proficiency Self Assessment Test for Independent Directors

January 14, 2020 14055 Views 7 comments Print

Every individual who is already an Independent director and who intends to be appointed as independent director shall compulsorily pass Online Proficiency Self Assessment Test conducted by the IICA within a period of 1 (one) year from the date of registration. Detailed Provisions 1. Application for registration: Every individual who is already an Independent director […]

Analysis on Internal Financial Control under Companies Act 2013

January 14, 2020 90927 Views 3 comments Print

ANALYSIS OF VARIOUS ASPECTS INTERNAL FINANCIAL CONTROL UNDER COMPANIES ACT, 2013 There are various Statutory Provisions under the Companies Act 2013 (the Act) which govern ‘Internal Financial Control’ in the Company. Relevant provisions of the Act, for the applicability of Internal Financial Control is reproduced as under: 1. Section 134(5) of the Companies Act, 2013: […]

Can Private Company Give Loan or Guarantee for Directors Bank Loan?

January 12, 2020 25737 Views 0 comment Print

Can A Private Company Give Loan Or Guarantee For Director Taking Loan From Bank? Section 185- Loan To Directors, Etc. As per Section 185(1) a company cannot advance any loan, including any loan represented by a book debt to, or give any guarantee or provide any security in connection with any loan taken by any […]

Comparison of Sole Proprietorship and OPC

January 12, 2020 27105 Views 0 comment Print

If you as an existing or aspiring entrepreneur would like to decide whether to switch to OPC structure or not then this article will surely guide you the path.

A Critical Analysis of “Shell Company”- Part 2

January 11, 2020 6732 Views 0 comment Print

The term Shell companies generally refer to limited liability companies and other business entities with no significant assets or ongoing businesses activities. Shell companies typically have no physical presence other than mailing addresses, employs no one, and produces little to or no independent economic values.

ICSI representation on recent change in CS Appointment limit

January 11, 2020 8691 Views 0 comment Print

This has reference to Ministry’s Notification dated 3rd January, 2020 amending the Companies (Appointment and Remuneration of Managerial Personnel) Rules, 2014 thereby altering the limits for mandatory appointment of Whole-Time Company Secretaries from rupees 5 (five) crore to rupees 10 (ten) crore.

Procedure for Private Placement of Non Convertible Debentures (NCDs)

January 10, 2020 37788 Views 0 comment Print

Procedure for Private Placement of Non Convertible Debentures (NCDs) under Companies Act, 2013 This procedure is to be followed in case the issue will be within the borrowing limit of the Company as prescribed under Section 180(1)(C) of the Companies Act, 2013. Sr. No. Particulars What to do Timeline Documents/ Forms 1. Point to be […]

Analysis of Amended Rule 9 – Secretarial Audit Report

January 9, 2020 7101 Views 2 comments Print

MCA with vide notification dated January 03, 2019 has amended Rule 8A and 9 of  Companies (Appointment and Remuneration of Managerial Personnel) Rules, 2014 regarding Appointment of Whole Time Company Secretary and Scope of Secretarial Audit for Companies.

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