The financial statements are prepared under the historical cost
convention on the accrual basis of accounting and in accordance with
the Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) in India and comply
with the Accounting Standards prescribed by the Companies (Accounting
Standards) Rules'' 2006 to the extent applicable and in accordance with
the provisions of the Companies Act'' 1956 as adopted consistently by
the Company.
The significant accounting policies adopted in presentation of accounts
are:
a. Revenue Recognition
(i) Dividends on investments are accounted for when the right to
receive dividend is established.
(ii) Revenue from sponsorships / management contracts is recognised on
accrual basis in accordance with contractual arrangements. Revenue from
sale of entry tickets to events is recognised on receipt basis.
(iii) Profit / Loss on sale of investments are computed on the basis of
weighted average cost on date of disposal of investments.
b. Fixed Assets
Fixed Assets are stated at their original cost of acquisition and
installation less depreciation. All direct expenses attributable to
acquisition and installation of assets are capitalised.
c. Inventory
Inventory includes consumables for events and are written off over
their estimated useful lives.
d. Depreciation
Depreciation on all assets other than improvement to leasehold
properties and computer software is charged on straight line basis over
the estimated useful lives using rates prescribed by Schedule XIV of
the Companies Act, 1956.
Cost of improvements to leasehold premises is being amortised over the
primary lease period . Computer software is depreciated over a period
of 5 years. These rates are higher than those prescribed in Schedule
XIV of the Companies Act, 1956.
Depreciation on additions is charged proportionately from the date of
acquisition/ installation. Assets costing less than Rs. 5,000
individually are fully depreciated in the year of purchase.
e. Impairment of Assets
The Company assesses at each balance sheet date whether there is any
indication that an asset may be impaired. If any such indication
exists, the Company estimates the recoverable amount of the asset.
Recoverable amount is the higher of an asset''s net selling price and
value in use. In assessing value in use, the estimated future cash
flows expected from the continuing use of the asset and from its
disposal are discounted to their present value using a pre-tax discount
rate that reflects the current market assessments of time value of
money and the risks specific to the asset
If such recoverable amount of the asset or the recoverable amount of
the cash-generating unit to which the asset belongs is less than its
carrying amount, the carrying amount is reduced to its recoverable
amount. The reduction is treated as an impairment loss and is
recognised in the Profit & Loss Account. Reversal of impairment loss is
recognised as income in the Profit and Loss Account.
f. Investments
In accordance with Accounting Standard 13 issued by the Institute of
Chartered Accountants of India, Long Term Investments are stated at
cost less other than temporary dilution in the value of such
investments. Current investments are carried at lower of cost or fair
value.
g. Leases (where the Company is the lessee)
Leases where the lessor effectively retains substantially all the risks
and benefits of ownership of the leased term, are classified as
operating leases. Operating lease payments are recognized as an expense
in the Profit and Loss account on a straight-line basis over the lease
term.
h. Use of Estimates
The preparation of financial statements in conformity with Generally
Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) requires management to make
estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets
and liabilities and the disclosure of contingent liabilities as at the
date of the financial statements and reported amounts of revenues and
expenses during the reporting period. Actual results could differ from
these estimates. Any revision to accounting estimates is recognised
prospectively in the current and future periods.
i. Employee benefits
i. The Company''s Employees Provident Fund scheme is a defined
contribution plan. The Company''s contribution to the Employees''
Provident Fund is charged to the profit and loss account during the
period in which the employee renders the related service.
ii. Short term employee benefits (Medical, Leave Travel allowance,
etc.) expected to be paid in exchange for the services rendered is
recognised on undiscounted basis.
iii. The Company provides for gratuity, a defined benefit retirement
plan (the Gratuity Plan) covering eligible employees. In accordance
with the Payment of Gratuity Act, 1972, the Gratuity Plan provides for
a lump sum payment to vested employees at retirement, death,
incapacitation or termination of employment, of an amount based on the
respective employee''s salary and the tenure of employment.
The present value of the obligation under such defined benefit plan is
determined based on actuarial valuation using the projected unit credit
method, which recognises each period of service as giving rise to
additional unit of employee benefit entitlement and measures each unit
separately to build up the final obligation. The obligation is measured
at the present value of the estimated future cash flows. The discount
rate used for determining the present value of the obligation is based
on the market yields on government securities as at the balance sheet
date. Actuarial gains/losses are recognised immediately in the profit
and loss account.
The liability with respect to the Gratuity Plan is determined based on
actuarial valuation done by an independent actuary at the period end
and any differential between the fund amount as per the insurer and the
actuarial valuation is charged to revenue.
iv. Benefit comprising Long term compensated absences constitutes other
long term employee benefits. The liability for compensated absence is
determined using the Projected Unit Credit Method, on the basis of an
actuarial valuation at the period end. Actuarial gains and losses are
recognised immediately in the profit and loss account.
j. Transactions in foreign exchange
Transactions in foreign currencies are recorded at the exchange rate
prevailing on the date of the transaction. Exchange differences on
foreign exchange transactions settled during the period are recognised
in the Profit and Loss account.
Monetary items denominated in foreign currency and outstanding at the
balance sheet date are translated at the exchange rate ruling on that
date.
k. Income Tax
Income tax comprises current tax and deferred tax. Current tax is
determined in accordance with the provisions of Income Tax Act, 1961.
Advance taxes and provisions for current taxes are presented in the
balance sheet after off setting advance taxes paid and income tax
provisions.
Deferred tax charge or credit is recognised on timing differences being
the difference between taxable incomes and accounting income that
originate in one period and are capable of reversal, subject to
consideration of prudence, in one or more subsequent periods. Deferred
tax assets and liabilities are measured using the tax rates and tax
laws that have been enacted or substantively enacted by the balance
sheet date.
Minimum alternate tax (MAT) paid in accordance with Income Tax Act,
1961, which gives rise to future economic benefit in the form of
adjustment from income tax liability, is recognised when it is certain
that the Company be able to set off the same and adjusted from the
current tax charge for that period.
l. Earnings per Share
The company reports basic and diluted earnings per share in accordance
with AS 20 on Earnings per Share. Basic earnings per equity share have
been computed by dividing the Net Profit (Loss) after tax by the
weighted average number of equity shares outstanding during the period.
Diluted earning per share is computed using the weighted average number
of equity shares and dilutive potential equity shares outstanding
during the period except where the result would be anti-dilutive.
m. Accounting for Employee Share based payments
Measurement and disclosure of the employee share based payment plans is
done in accordance with the Guidance Note on Accounting for Employee
Share-based Payments, issued by the Institute of Chartered Accountants
of India (ICAI). The Company measures compensation cost relating to
employee stock options using the intrinsic value method. Compensation
expense is amortised on a straight line basis/graded basis over the
vesting period of the stock option/award. Modifications to stock
option/award schemes are effected in line with the Guidance Note on
Accounting for Employee Share-based Payments, issued by ICAI.
n. Provisions and contingencies
A provision is recognised when the Company has a present obligation as
a result of a past event, when it is probable that an outflow of
resources embodying economic benefits will be required to settle the
obligation and reliable estimate can be made of the amount of the
obligation. A contingent liability is recognised where there is a
possible obligation or a present obligation that may, but probably will
not, require an outflow of resources.
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