The adjudicating authority held that the company remained in continuous default for several years after becoming legally required to appoint a Company Secretary. The order emphasizes strict enforcement of corporate governance obligations relating to key managerial personnel appointments.
RBI has withdrawn the requirement for prior approval of tie-ups between AD banks and non-bank remittance platforms. The new framework shifts full compliance responsibility to Authorised Dealers while strengthening transparency and customer protection measures.
The DGFT has amended the export policy of sugar from “Restricted” to “Prohibited” with immediate effect until September 30, 2026. The notification aims to regulate sugar exports while allowing limited exemptions for specified categories and government-approved shipments.
PFRDA has amended NPS investment guidelines to permit investment in Rupee Bonds issued by the New Development Bank. The circular broadens investment opportunities for pension funds while retaining existing credit rating and maturity conditions.
The IBBI Amendment Regulations, 2026 introduce nominee directors on IPA governing boards and strengthen oversight mechanisms. The changes aim to enhance transparency, accountability, and regulatory supervision in insolvency professional agencies.
The Central Government amended Notification No. 14/2018-UT Tax by replacing officials listed against Serial No. 2. The notification appoints new GST officers for Chandigarh with immediate effect from publication in the Official Gazette.
ROC Delhi penalised a company and its directors after it failed to appoint mandatory independent directors despite crossing the prescribed turnover threshold. The authority held that prolonged non-compliance under Section 149(4) attracted maximum penalty under Section 172 of the Companies Act.
ROC Delhi penalised a company and its directors after special resolutions relating to preferential allotment were filed years beyond the statutory deadline. The authority held that repeated delays under Section 117 attracted maximum penalties under the Companies Act, 2013.
The ROC Mumbai penalized an individual for possessing two Director Identification Numbers contrary to Section 155 of the Companies Act, 2013. The ruling highlights that obtaining duplicate DINs, even inadvertently, can attract continuing penalties under Section 159.
The ROC Mumbai penalized a director for filing incorrect AGM and due dates in Form AOC-4 for FY 2024-25. The ruling highlights that authorized signatories are personally responsible for accuracy of information filed in MCA e-forms.
