1. Basis of preparation of financial statements
The financial statements have been prepared to comply in all material
respects with the notified accounting standards by the Companies
(Accounting Standard) Rules, 2006 and relevant provions of the
Companies Act, 1956. The financial statements are prepared on
historical cost convention on an accrual basis. The Accounting Policies
have been consistently applied by the Company.
2. Use of Estimates
The preparation of financial statements is in conformity with the
generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) requires estimates
and assumptions to be made that affect the reportable amount of assets
and liabilities on the date of financial statements and the reportable
amount of revenue and expenses during the reporting period. Difference
between the actual results and estimates are recognized in the year in
which the results are known/materialised.
3. Revenue Recognition
(a) Sale - The Company recognises sale of goods on transfer of
significant risks and reward of ownership to the customers. Sales
(Gross) are inclusive of excise duty, fertilizer subsidy, and net off
trade discounts and sales return, wherever applicable.
(b) Interest - Interest income is recognized on a time proportion basis
taking into account the amount outstanding and rate applicable.
(c) Subsidy - Fertilizer Subsidy, wherever applicable, is accounted for
on actual sales and is net off of any subsequent non receipt reversal.
(d) Dividend - Dividends are accounted for when the right to receive
the dividend payment is established.
4. Excise Duty
Excise duty payable on products is accounted for at the time of
despatch of goods from the factories but is accrued for stocks held at
the year end.
5. Employee Benefits
(a) Short term employee benefits obligations are estimated and provided
for.
(b) Post employment benefits and other long term benefits: i. Defined
contribution plans:
Companys contribution to provident fund, superannuation fund, employee
state insurance and other funds are determined under the relevant
schemes and/or statute and charged to revenue. ii. Defined benefits
plans:
Companys Liability towards gratuity and leave encashment is
actuarially determined at each balance sheet date using the projected
unit credit method. Actuarial gains and losses are recognised in
revenue. Gratuity and Leave encashment liabilities are funded and
administered through Group Gratuity Scheme with Life Insurance
Corporation of India.
6. Capital Subsidy
Capital subsidy for fixed assets is recognised on receipt basis and is
disclosed under Capital Reserve. Further, in accordance with the
guidelines issued by 1CAI, proportionate amount to the extent of
depreciation charged, is being transferred to the Profit and Loss
Account.
7. Borrowing Cost
Borrowing costs that are attributable to the acquisition or
constructions of qualifying assets are capitalised as part of the cost
of assets. A qualifying asset is one that necessarily takes substantial
period of time to get ready for intended use. Alt other borrowing costs
are charged to revenue.
8. Fixed Assets and Depreciation/Amortisation.
a. All Fixed Assets are stated at cost less depreciation and
impairment loss, wherever applicable. Cost comprises acquisition costs
and any other attributing cost of bringing the assets to its working
condition for its intended use but excluding taxes and duties there on,
wherever applicable.
b. The leasehold land is amortised over the primary lease period
excluding on perpetual lease.
c. Machinery Spares/ Standby equipments which are used only in
connection with the fixed assets and whose use is expected to be
irregular are capitalized.
d. Capital works-in-progress including capital advances is carried at
cost.
e. Depreciation has been calculated on straight line method at the
rates and manner specified under the Schedule XIV of the Companies Act,
1956.
f. The Company has treated its Sulphuric Acid Plant, Oil Plant and
Turbo Generator as a continuous process plant and the depreciation is
charged accordingly.
g. Assets individually costing Rs.5000 or less are depreciated fully
in the yearof purchase.
9. Impairment of Assets
The carrying amounts of assets are reviewed at each Balance Sheet date
if there is any indication of impairment based on internal/external
factors. An impairment loss is recognised wherever the carrying amount
of an asset exceeds its estimated recoverable amount. In case of
impairment, assets are written down to their recoverable amount
Reversal of impairment losses recognized in prior years is recorded
when there is an indication that the impairment losses, recognized for
the assets, no longer exists or have decreased.
10. Inventories
Inventories are valued at the lower of cost and estimated realisable
value. The cost of inventories is generally arrived at on the following
basis
Raw Material Quarterly weighted average method for Fertilizer Division
and FIFO method for
Agro Division.
Packing material and Stores & Spares Monthly weighted average method.
Finished goods and Work-in-progress Raw material cost and proportion of
manufacturing overheads. Excise duty, if
any, is included in the value of Finished goods Inventory.
11. Investments
Long term investments are stated at cost less provision for diminution
in value, other than temporary. Current investments are stated at the
lower of cost and fair value on individual investment basis.
12. Foreign Currency Translations
a. Foreign Currency Transactions are recorded at the exchange rate
prevailing on the date of transaction.
b. Monetary items denominated in foreign currency are translated at
the exchange rate prevailing on the last day of the accounting year. In
respect of items covered by forward contracts, the premium or discount
arising at the inception of such a forward exchange contract is
amortised as an expense or income over the life of contract. Any profit
or loss arising on settlement / cancelation of such a forward exchange
contract is recognized as an income or expense for the period.
c. Non-Monetary items, which are carried in terms of historical cost
denominated in a foreign currency, are reported using exchange rate at
the date of transaction.
d. Gain or loss arising out of translation/conversion and on
settlement is taken credit for or charged to the Profit and Loss
Account.
13. Taxation
Income Tax
The current tax is determined as the amount of tax payable in respect
of the estimated taxable income for the year in accordance with the
provisions of Income Tax Act, 1961.
Deferred Tax
Deferred tax charge or credit is recognized using prevailing enacted or
substantially enacted tax rates. Where there is unabsorbed depreciation
or carry forward losses, deferred tax assets are recognised only if
there is virtual certainty of realisation of such assets. Other
deferred tax assets are recognised only to the extent there is
reasonable certainty of realisation in future. Deferred tax
assets/liabilities are reviewed at each Balance Sheet date based on
developments during the year and available case laws, to reassess
realisation/liabilities
14. Pre Project Expenditure
The expenses on pre feasibility study reports, market survey reports,
techno- economic feasibility reports etc. on new projects are allocated
to the Fixed Assets on completion of the projects. Where the projects
are proved in fructuous, they are charged to the revenue in the year in
which the decision is taken to scrap the same.
15. Earning per share
The Company reports basic and diluted earnings per equity share in
accordance with Accounting Standard 20 - Earning per share. Basic
earning per equity share is computed by dividing net profit after tax
by the weighted average number of equity shares outstanding during the
year. The Company does not have any diluted equity share, hence Basic
and Dilutive earning per share is same.
16. Provisions. Contingent Liabilities and Contingent Assets
Provisions involving substantial degree of estimation in measurement
are recognised when there is a present obligation as a result of past
results and it is probable that there will be an outflow of resources.
Contingent liabilities are disclosed, unless the possibility of an
outflow of resource embodying the economic benefit is remote.
contigent assets are neither recognized nor disclosed in the financial
statements
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