a. Basis of preparation of financial statements
The financial statements have been prepared to comply in all material
respects with the mandatory Accounting Standards issued by the
Institute of Chartered Accountants of India and the relevant provisions
of the Companies Act, 1956. The financial statements have been prepared
under the historical cost convention on an accrual basis. The
accounting policies have been consistently applied by the Company and
except for the changes in accounting policy discussed more fully below,
are consistent with those used in the previous year.
b. Use of Estimates
The preparation of financial statements requires management to make
estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets
and liabilities, the disclosure of contingent liabilities on the date
of the financial statements and the reported amounts of revenues and
expenses during the period reported. Actual results could differ from
those estimates. Any revision to accounting estimates is recognised in
accordance with the requirements of the respective accounting standard.
c. Fixed Assets
Fixed assets are stated at cost less accumulated depreciation and
impairment losses. Cost comprises purchase price, duties, levies and
any other costs relating to the acquisition and installation of the
assets. Interest and financing charges on borrowed funds, if any, used
to finance the acquisition of fixed assets, until the date the assets
are ready for use are capitalized and included in the cost of the
asset.
d. Depreciation
Depreciation is provided on Straight Line method at the rates equal to
the corresponding rates prescribed in Schedule XIV of the Companies
Act, 1956. Proportionate depreciation is charged for additions /
deletions during the year on the assets situated in India. For, Assets
situated outside India, depreciation is calculated on the basis of
estimated useful life of that asset.
Schedule XIV Rates (SLM)
Building 1.63%
Plant & Machinery 4.75%
Computers (included in
plant and machinery) 16.21%
Furniture and Fixtures 6.33%
Vehicles 9.50%
e. Intangibles
Research and Development Costs: Research costs are expensed as
incurred. Development expenditure incurred on an individual project is
capitalised. Intangible assets are amortised over their respective
useful life on straight line basis.
The carrying value of development costs is reviewed for impairment
annually when the asset is not yet in use, and otherwise when events or
changes in circumstances indicate that the carrying value may not be
recoverable.
f. Deferred Tax
Deferred Tax Assets & Liabilities are recognized for the estimated
future tax consequences of temporary differences between the carrying
value of the assets and liabilities and their respective tax bases.
Deferred Tax Asset in the nature of unabsorbed depreciation and loses
are recognized only if there is virtual certainty of realization. The
effect on deferred tax asset and liabilities of a change in rates is
recognized in the income statement in the period of enactment of the
change.
g. Leases
Finance leases, which effectively transfer to the Company substantially
all the risks and benefits incidental to ownership of the leased item,
are capitalized at the lower of the fair value and present value of the
minimum lease payments at the inception of the lease term and disclosed
as leased assets. Lease payments are apportioned between the finance
charges and reduction of the lease liability based on the implicit rate
of return. Finance charges are charged directly against expenditure
Lease management fees, legal charges and other initial direct costs are
capitalised.
Operating Lease : Office premises are obtained on operating lease. The
lease term varies from 11 months to 36 months and is renewable for
further period at the option of the Company. Each lease agreement is
bound by specific escalation clause. There is no restrictions imposed
by lease agreements. There are no sub-lease.
h. Investments
Current investments are valued at lower of cost or fair market value.
Long term investments are stated at. cost less permanent diminution, if
any, in value.
i. Inventories
Inventories are valued as follows :
Raw materials, components, stores and spares : Lower of cost and net
realizable value. Cost is determined on a weighted average basis.
Finished goods: Lower of cost and net realizable value. Cost includes
direct materials and labour. Cost of finished goods includes excise
duty.
Net realizable value is the estimated selling price in the ordinary
course of business, less estimated costs of completion and to make the
sale.
j. Revenue recognition
Revenue is recognized to the extent that it is probable that the
economic benefits will flow to the Company and the revenue can be
reliably measured.
Sale of Goods : Revenue is recognised when the significant risks and
rewards of ownership of the goods have passed to the buyer.
Interest: Revenue is recognised on a time proportion basis taking into
account the amount outstanding and the rate applicable.
Dividends: Revenue is recognised on actual receipt of Dividend.
k. Foreign currency translation
Foreign currency transactions are recorded at the rates of exchange
prevailing on the date of the transactions. Foreign currency assets
and liabilities are translated into rupees at the exchange rates
prevailing on the balance sheet date. Exchange differences in
translation of foreign currency assets and liabilities and realized
gains and losses on foreign exchange transactions, other than those
relating to fixed assets, are recognized in the profit and loss
account.
l. Retirement benefits
i. The Companys liability on accrual basis towards retirement benefit
in the form of Provident fund, gratuity and earned leave encashment are
provided for and charged to revenue expenditure.
ii. The Company contributes to the Employee Provident fund maintained
under the EPF scheme of the Central Government.
iii. The Gratuity liability is provided and charged off as revenue
expenditure based on Actuarial valuation.
iv. Actuarial gains / losses at the time of settlement are immediately
taken to the profit and loss account and are not deferred.
m. Statutory Levies & Taxes
The Company follows mercantile system of accounting with respect to
transactions in the normal course of business. However, with respect
to the effect of the outcome of tax assessments, appeals & proceedings,
the Company records the same on determination or completion & disposal.
Deferred Tax Assets & Liabilities are recognized for the estimated
future tax consequences of temporary differences between the carrying
value of the assets & liabilities and their respective tax bases.
Deferred Tax Asset in the nature of unabsorbed depreciation and loses
are recognized only if there is virtual certainty of realization. The
effect on deferred tax asset & liabilities of a change in rates is
recognized in the income statement in the period of enactment of the
change.
n. Segment Reporting Policies
Identification of segments: The Companys operating businesses are
organized and managed separately according to the nature of products
and services provided, with each segment representing a strategic
business unit that offers different products and serves different
markets. The analysis of geographical segments is based on the areas in
which major operating divisions of the Company operate.
Intersegment Transfers : The Company generally accounts for
intersegment sales and transfers as if the sales or transfers were to
third parties at current market prices.
o. Earnings Per Share
The basic earning per share is computed by dividing net profit after
tax by the weighted average number of equity shares outstanding for the
period. Diluted earnings per share have not been computed, as the
Company has not issued any Diluted Potential Equity Shares.
p. Cash flow Statement
Cash flows are reported using the indirect method, whereby net profit
before tax is adjusted for effects of transactions of non-cash nature
and any deferrals or accruals of past or future cash receipts or
payments. The cash flows from regular revenue generating, investing and
financing activities of the Company are segregated.
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