Share Capital & Securities Law 2026 Edition

Share Capital & Securities Law is a comprehensive legal resource that examines the regulatory framework governing share capital and securities transactions in India. The book provides a structured analysis of provisions under the Companies Act, 2013 relating to issue, allotment, transfer, and alteration of share capital, along with detailed guidance on compliance procedures.

It covers various modes of raising capital, including rights issues, bonus issues, private placement, preferential allotment, and public offerings. The text also discusses issuance and regulation of debentures, convertible instruments, and other securities, highlighting documentation requirements, board and shareholder approvals, and filing obligations with regulatory authorities.

Special emphasis is placed on securities regulation, including disclosure norms, governance requirements, and compliance standards applicable to listed companies under relevant securities laws. The book explains buy-back of shares, reduction of capital, forfeiture and reissue of shares, and related tribunal approvals where necessary. It also addresses penalties for non-compliance and governance safeguards designed to protect investors and minority shareholders.