CA Bigyan Kumar Mishra

Imagine a company meeting where important decisions are taken — directors approve a new project, shareholders vote on a proposal, or the board discusses financial matters. Now think about what would happen if there was no written record of what was decided. That is why companies maintain minutes of meetings. Minutes are the official written record of what happened in a … [Read more...] about Maintenance of Minutes of Meetings in a Company: Simple Guide for Beginners

If you sit in a discussion about corporate governance in India, one term comes up again and again — Independent Director. At first glance, the idea sounds simple. It suggests a director who is “independent”. But independent from what? Independent from the management, promoters, and controlling shareholders of the company.  In simple terms, an Independent Director is a … [Read more...] about Independent Director in India Explained: Meaning, Eligibility, Appointment, Duties, Tenure & Remuneration

When a company is formed in India, it must have an official address known as the registered office. This is the place where government authorities send notices, legal documents, and official communications. Under Section 12 of the Companies Act, 2013, every company must maintain this address from the early stage of its existence. Many beginners assume the registered office … [Read more...] about What Is the Registered Office of a Company in India? A Simple Guide Under Section 12 of the Companies Act

Imagine you own shares in a company. You would naturally want to know how the company is performing and what decisions are being taken with the money invested by shareholders. But here is something many beginners don’t realize. A company cannot make decisions on its own. Even though it exists legally, it is still an artificial person. That means it needs people to meet, … [Read more...] about Company Meetings Under Companies Act 2013 Explained: AGM, EGM, Rules & Process

If you have ever invested in a company or followed corporate news, you might have heard about something called an Annual General Meeting, usually referred to as an AGM. For many beginners, it sounds like a formal corporate event meant only for directors and auditors. But in reality, the AGM is one of the most important meetings in a company’s yearly life. It is the time when … [Read more...] about Annual General Meeting (AGM) Under Companies Act 2013: Simple Guide for Beginners

Imagine a company suddenly needs approval from its shareholders for an important decision — maybe appointing a new director or approving a major change in business strategy. Waiting for the next Annual General Meeting (AGM) could take months, and the decision may be urgent. This is where an Extra-Ordinary General Meeting (EGM) comes into the picture. In Indian company law, … [Read more...] about Extra-Ordinary General Meeting (EGM) in India: Simple Guide for Beginners