Tag: Companies Act

ICSI Representation on Name Change for CSR-Registered Trusts

The Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ICSI) has submitted a representation to the Ministry of Corporate Affairs highlighting the absence of a mechanism to modify or update details of trusts registered as CSR implementing agencies through Form CSR-1. Under Section 135 of the Companies Act, 2013 and the CSR Rules, such entities must register to obtain a CSR Registration Number for receiving CSR funds….

DIR-3 KYC Filing Reduced to Once Every Three Years to Cut Compliance Burden

The Ministry of Corporate Affairs has introduced significant amendments to the DIR-3 KYC compliance framework to simplify regulatory requirements and enhance ease of doing business for directors. Under the revised rules, directors holding a DIN as of 31st March of a financial year are required to file Form DIR-3 KYC Web once every three financial years, instead of annually, with a deadline of 30th June….

NFRA Inspection Report Flags Audit Issues in PwC Network Firms

The National Financial Reporting Authority (NFRA) conducted an audit quality inspection of two audit firms within the Price Waterhouse & Affiliates network during 2025–26 under Section 132 of the Companies Act, 2013 to assess compliance with auditing standards and the effectiveness of quality control systems. Website URL: https://taxguru.in/company-law/nfra-inspection-report-flags-audit-issues-in-pwc-network-firms.html