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ROC ordersROC Tamil Nadu Imposes Penalty for Violating Section 92 and Section 137 of the Companies Act, 2013
16 Oct 2024

In this article, we will discuss the importance of complying with Section 92 and 137 of the Companies Act, 2013 along with latest Order for penalty…

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Board processesResolution by Circulation – Maximizing Flexibility and Productivity
16 Oct 2024

Section 175 of the Companies Act, 2013 governs the passing of resolutions by circulation in India. It provides the legal framework for passing…

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CapitalWhat Is a Share Buyback?
16 Oct 2024

Mastering Share Buybacks: A Complete Roadmap for Legal Compliance and Strategic Success In the intricate world of corporate finance, companies often…

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RegulatorsMandatory Demat for Private Companies: The 2023 PAS Amendment
16 Oct 2024

The Ministry of Corporate Affairs of India (MCA) introduced the Companies (Prospectus and Allotment of Securities) Second Amendment Rules, 2023 (PAS…

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GovernanceWhen the Numbers Didn’t Add Up: The Satyam Scandal Explained
16 Oct 2024

The Satyam scandal was a major event in India’s corporate history that shook the country’s business world to its core. Satyam Computer Services was…

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EquityThe Concept of Advisory Shares
14 Oct 2024

Advisory shares are a type of equity instrument that are used to provide advice and consultation to the company. These shares do not confer voting…

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Case studyTata vs Mistry: A Case Study
14 Oct 2024

The Tata-Mistry case involved the removal of Cyrus Mistry as chairman of Tata Sons, which was a matter governed by the provisions of the Companies…

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Loans to directorsSection 185 of the Companies Act, 2013: Loans to Directors
14 Oct 2024

Imagine you have a lemonade stand and you have some friends helping you run it. Section 185 of the Companies Act is like a rule book that tells…

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ROC ordersROC Delhi Penalises a Private Company for Violating Section 42 (Private Placement)
14 Oct 2024

Name of the Company: Alpur Solar Private Limited CIN: U40300DL2018PTC331162 Date of Incorporation: 19/03/2018 RoC: Delhi Date of Adjudication Order:…

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Case studyCase Study: AML Motors Private Limited under Companies Act
14 Oct 2024

Case Study: AML Motors Private Limited under Companies Act Company Overview: AML Motors Private Limited, a registered company under the Companies…

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FundraisingLetter of Intent (LOI) in Startup Deals
14 Oct 2024

A Letter of Intent (LOI) is commonly used in the startup world as a preliminary agreement between investors and startups. It outlines the basic terms…

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ComplianceKey Takeaways from Byju’s Story: Cost of Non-compliance
14 Oct 2024

Byju's, the leading edtech company, is currently facing scrutiny and inspection by the Ministry of Corporate Affairs due to corporate governance…

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GovernanceElon Musk’s Compensation Package: A Governance Lesson
14 Oct 2024

Elon Musk is the CEO of Tesla, an electric car company that is changing the way people think about transportation. His compensation, or how he gets…

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Capital structureThe End of Differential Voting Rights: Tata’s DVR Share Cancellation Explained
14 Oct 2024

Tata Motors, a renowned name in the automotive industry, has employed an innovative financial instrument known as Differential Voting Rights (DVR)…

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