Audit Limit for Chartered Accountants in AY 2025–26 — Impact of Small Companies, OPCs, and Special Acts

Every audit season brings a familiar question to every CA’s desk — “How many balance sheets can a Chartered Accountant sign?” For Assessment Year 2025–26 (FY 2024–25), the professional limits under the Income Tax Act and the Companies Act, 2013 remain unchanged. However, their practical …

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Karnataka High Court: Defaulting Director Can Be Disqualified from All Companies, Section 164 is a Reasonable Restriction Under Article 19(1)(g)

The Karnataka High Court, in a significant ruling, has clarified that directors disqualified under Section 164(2) of the Companies Act, 2013 can be barred from serving as directors in all companies, not just the company that is in default. The Court further upheld that …

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MCA Slaps ₹3 Lakh Penalty on Private Company & Directors for Non-Maintenance of Registered Office

In a significant compliance enforcement action, the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) has imposed a total penalty of ₹3 lakh on a private limited company and its two directors for failing to maintain a registered office as required under the Companies Act, 2013. 🔍 Background of the Case The penalty …

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Accountability for ensuring ‘True and Fair View’ in Financial Statements: A Complex Responsibility

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The accountability for ensuring ‘true and fair view’ in financial statements is now shared among all stakeholders, including the CFO, auditors, audit committees, and Board members. With SEBI and NFRA tightening the regulatory framework, stakeholders can no longer afford to take compliance lightly.

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