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Mar 31, 2016

1. CORPORATE INFORMATION

CURA Technologies Limited (CURA'' or ''the Company''), having registered office at #12, Software Units Layout, Cyberabad, Hyderabad, Telangana - 500 081, with its with its presence in 7 geographies of the world is a global enterprise class software application provider for organizations to efficiently manage their Risk , Compliance and Audit framework through an automated process.

2. SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES AND PRACTICES

2.1 Accounting Conventions:

The financial statements have been prepared under the historical cost conventions in accordance with the generally accepted accounting principles in India including the Accounting Standards notified by the Government of India and issued by the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India, as applicable, and the provisions of the Companies Act as adopted consistently by the Company. All income and expenditure having a material bearing on the financial statements are recognized on accrual basis.

2.2 Use of Estimates:

The preparation of the financial statements requires the Management to make estimates and assumptions considered in the reported amounts of assets and liabilities ( including contingent liabilities ) as of the date of the financial statements and the reported income and expenses during the reporting period like provision for employee benefits, provision for doubtful debts/advances/contingencies, allowances for slow/non moving inventories, useful lives of fixed assets, provision for taxation, etc. Management believes that the estimates used in the preparation of the financial statements are prudent and reasonable. Future results may vary from these estimates.

2.3 Inventories:

Inventories have been valued at lower of cost or net realizable value.

2.4 Cash and Cash equivalents (for purposes of Cash Flow Statement):

Cash comprises of cash on hand, amount in current accounts and deposit accounts.

Cash flows are reported using the indirect method, whereby profit / (loss) before tax is adjusted for the effects of transactions of non-cash nature and any deferrals or accruals of past or future cash receipts or payments. The cash flows from operating, investing and financing activities of the Company are segregated based on the available information.

2.5 Depreciation and Amortization:

Depreciation on Fixed Assets including on the additions on account of revaluation has been provided on a straight-line method as per the useful lives specified in the Schedule II to the Companies Act, 2013.

Intangible assets are amortized over the estimated useful life:

The estimated useful life of the intangible assets and the amortization period are reviewed at the end of each financial year and the amortization method is revised to affect the changed pattern.

2.6 Revenue Recognition:

Revenue on services contracts are recognized as the related services are performed and revenue from the end of the last billing to the balance sheet date is recognized as unbilled revenues.

Annual maintenance contracts and revenue from fixed maintenance contracts are recognized over the period in which the services are rendered.

Revenue from sale of user licenses for software applications is recognized on transfer of title in the user license.

2.7 Expenditure:

Expenses are accounted on accrual basis and provision is made for all known losses and liabilities.

2.8 Tangible Fixed Assets:

Fixed Assets are stated at cost of acquisition as reduced by accumulated depreciation. All costs including financial costs up to the date of commissioning and attributable to the fixed assets are capitalized apart from taxes, freight and other incidental expenses related to the acquisition and installation of the respective fixed assets and excludes duties and taxes to the extent recoverable from tax authorities.

Fixed Assets which are revalued are stated at the amounts revalued as reduced by the depreciation.

2.9 Intangible assets:

Intangible assets are carried at cost less accumulated amortization and impairment losses, if any. The cost of an intangible asset comprises its purchase price, including any import duties and other taxes (other than those subsequently recoverable from the taxing authorities), and any directly attributable expenditure on making the asset ready for its intended use and net of any trade discounts and rebates. Subsequent expenditure on an intangible asset after its purchase / completion is recognized as an expense when incurred unless it is probable that such expenditure will enable the asset to generate future economic benefits in excess of its originally assessed standards of performance and such expenditure can be measured and attributed to the asset reliably, in which case such expenditure is added to the cost of the asset.

2.10 Foreign Exchange Transactions:

Initial Recognition

Transactions in foreign currencies entered into by the Company are accounted at the exchange rates prevailing on the date of the transaction or at rates that closely approximate the rate at the date of the transaction.

Measurement of foreign currency monetary items at the Balance Sheet date

Foreign currency monetary items (other than derivative contracts) of the Company at the Balance Sheet date are restated at the year-end rates.

Treatment of exchange differences

Exchange differences arising on settlement / restatement of short-term foreign currency monetary assets and liabilities of the Company are recognized as income or expense in the Statement of Profit and Loss.

2.11 Investments

Long term Investments are stated at cost. Provision, if any, is made for permanent diminution in the value of investments. Current investments are stated at lower of cost or market value.

2.12 Employee Benefits:

a. Short Term Employee Benefits

All employee benefits payable wholly within twelve months of rendering the service are classified as short term employee benefits. Benefits such as salaries, wages and short term compensated absences etc. are recognized in the period in which the employee renders the related service.

b. Long Term Employee Benefits Defined Benefit Plans

The Company accounts its liability for future gratuity benefits based on actuarial valuation, as at the Balance Sheet date, determined every year by actuarial professionals using the Projected Unit Credit method. Actuarial gains / losses are immediately recognized in the Statement of Profit and Loss.

In respect of Provident Fund and Pension Fund, Contributions are made by the Company in accordance with the relevant rules and fully charged off to Statement of Profit and Loss.

The company provides for leave encashment based on valuations, as at the balance sheet date, made by independent actuaries.

2.13 Earnings per share

Basic earnings per share is computed by dividing the profit / (loss) after tax (including the post tax effect of extraordinary items, if any) by the weighted average number of equity shares outstanding during the year. Diluted earnings per share is computed by dividing the profit / (loss) after tax (including the post tax effect of extraordinary items, if any) as adjusted for dividend, interest and other charges to expense or income relating to the dilutive potential equity shares, by the weighted average number of equity shares considered for deriving basic earnings per share and the weighted average number of equity shares which could have been issued on the conversion of all dilutive potential equity shares. Potential dilutive equity shares are deemed to be converted as at the beginning of the period, unless they have been issued at a later date. The dilutive potential equity shares are adjusted for the proceeds receivable had the shares been actually issued at fair value (i.e. average market value of the outstanding shares). Dilutive potential equity shares are determined independently for each period presented. The number of equity shares and potentially dilutive equity shares are adjusted for share splits / reverse share splits and bonus shares, as appropriate.

2.14 Taxes on Income

Income tax liability for the year is calculated in accordance with the relevant tax laws and regulations applicable to the Company. Deferred tax is recognized on timing differences; being the differences between taxable income and accounting income that originate in one period and are capable of reversal in one or more subsequent periods.

2.15 Impairment of Assets

The carrying amounts of assets are reviewed at each Balance Sheet date to determine whether there is any indication of impairment of the carrying amount of the Company''s assets. The recoverable amount of such assets is estimated. Where the carrying amount of the asset exceeds the recoverable amount, the impairment loss is recognized in the Statement of profit and loss.

2.16 Provisions, Contingent Liabilities and Contingent Assets

Provisions are recognized only when there is a present obligation as a result of past events and when a reliable estimate of the amount of obligation can be made. Contingent liability is disclosed for (i) Possible obligation which will be confirmed only by future events not wholly within the control of the Company or (ii) Present obligations arising from past events where it is not probable that an outflow of resources will be required to settle the obligation or a reliable estimate of the amount of the obligation cannot be made. Contingent assets are not recognized in the financial statements since this may result in the recognition of income that may never be realized.


Mar 31, 2015

1.1 Accounting Conventions:

The financial statements have been prepared under the historical cost conventions in accordance with the generally accepted accounting principles in India including the Accounting Standards notified by the Government of India and issued by the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India, as applicable, and the provisions of the Companies Actas adopted consistently by the Company. All income and expenditure having a material bearing on the financial statements are recognized on accrual basis.

1.2 Use of Estimates:

The preparation of the financial statements requires the Management to make estimates and assumptions considered in the reported amounts of assets and liabilities ( including contingent liabilities ) as of the date of the financial statements and the reported income and expenses during the reporting period like provision for employee benefits, provision for doubtful debts/advances/contingencies, allowances for slow/non moving inventories, useful lives of fixed assets, provision for taxation, etc. Management believes that the estimates used in the preparation of the financial statements are prudent and reasonable. Future results may vary from these estimates.

1.3 Inventories:

Inventories have been valued at lower of cost or net realizable value.

1.4 Cash and Cash equivalents (for purposes of Cash Flow Statement):

Cash comprises of cash on hand, amount in current accounts and deposit accounts.

Cash flows are reported using the indirect method, whereby profit / (loss) before tax is adjusted for the effects of transactions of non-cash nature and any deferrals or accruals of past or future cash receipts or payments. The cash flows from operating, investing and financing activities of the Company are segregated based on the available information.

1.5 Depreciation and Amortization:

Depreciation on Fixed Assets including on the additions on account of revaluation has been provided on a straight-line method as per the useful lives specified in the Schedule II to the Companies Act, 2013.

Intangible assets are amortized over the estimated useful life:

The estimated useful life of the intangible assets and the amortization period are reviewed at the end of each financial year and the amortization method is revised to effect the changed pattern.

1.6 Revenue Recognition:

Revenue on services contracts are recognized as the related services are performed and revenue from the end of the last billing to the balance sheet date is recognized as unbilled revenues.

Annual maintenance contracts and revenue from fixed maintenance contracts are recognized over the period in which the services are rendered.

Revenue from sale of user licenses for software applications is recognized on transfer of title in the user license.

1.7 Expenditure :

Expenses are accounted on accrual basis and provision is made for all known losses and liabilities.

1.8 Tangible Fixed Assets:

Fixed Assets are stated at cost of acquisition as reduced by accumulated depreciation. All costs including financial costs up to the date of commissioning and attributable to the fixed assets are capitalized apart from taxes, freight and other incidental expenses related to the acquisition and installation of the respective fixed assets and excludes duties and taxes to the extent recoverable from tax authorities.

Fixed Assets which are revalued are stated at the amounts revalued as reduced by the depreciation.

1.9 Intangible assets:

Intangible assets are carried at cost less accumulated amortisation and impairment losses, if any. The cost of an intangible asset comprises its purchase price, including any import duties and other taxes (other than those subsequently recoverable from the taxing authorities), and any directly attributable expenditure on making the asset ready for its intended use and net of any trade discounts and rebates. Subsequent expenditure on an intangible asset after its purchase / completion is recognised as an expense when incurred unless it is probable that such expenditure will enable the asset to generate future economic benefits in excess of its originally assessed standards of performance and such expenditure can be measured and attributed to the asset reliably, in which case such expenditure is added to the cost of the asset.

1.10 Foreign Exchange Transactions:

Initial Recognition

Transactions in foreign currencies entered into by the Company are accounted at the exchange rates prevailing on the date of the transaction or at rates that closely approximate the rate at the date of the transaction.

Measurement of foreign currency monetary items at the Balance Sheet date

Foreign currency monetary items (other than derivative contracts) of the Company at the Balance Sheet date are restated at the year-end rates.

Treatment of exchange differences

Exchange differences arising on settlement / restatement of short-term foreign currency monetary assets and liabilities of the Company are recognized as income or expense in the Statement of Profit and Loss.

1.11 Investments

Long term Investments are stated at cost. Provision, if any, is made for permanent diminution in the value of investments. Current investments are stated at lower of cost or market value.

1.12 Employee Benefits:

a) Short Term Employee Benefits

All employee benefits payable wholly within twelve months of rendering the service are classified as short term employee benefits. Benefits such as salaries, wages and short term compensated absences etc. are recognized in the period in which the employee renders the related service.

b) Long Term Employee Benefits

Defined Benefit Plans

The Company accounts its liability for future gratuity benefits based on actuarial valuation, as at the Balance Sheet date, determined every year by actuarial professionals using the Projected Unit Credit method. Actuarial gains / losses are immediately recognized in the Statement of Profit and Loss.

In respect of Provident Fund and Pension Fund, Contributions are made by the Company in accordance with the relevant rules and fully charged off to Statement of Profit and Loss.

The company provides for leave encashment based on valuations, as at the balance sheet date, made by independent actuaries.

1.13 Earnings per share

Basic earnings per share is computed by dividing the profit / (loss) after tax (including the post tax effect of extraordinary items, if any) by the weighted average number of equity shares outstanding during the year. Diluted earnings per share is computed by dividing the profit / (loss) after tax (including the post tax effect of extraordinary items, if any) as adjusted for dividend, interest and other charges to expense or income relating to the dilutive potential equity shares, by the weighted average number of equity shares considered for deriving basic earnings per share and the weighted average number of equity shares which could have been issued on the conversion of all dilutive potential equity shares. Potential dilutive equity shares are deemed to be converted as at the beginning of the period, unless they have been issued at a later date. The dilutive potential equity shares are adjusted for the proceed receivable had the shares been actually issued at fair value (i.e. average market value of the outstanding shares). Dilutive potential equity shares are determined independently for each period presented. The number of equity shares and potentially dilutive equity shares are adjusted for share splits / reverse share splits and bonus shares, as appropriate.

1.14 Taxes on Income

Income tax liability for the year is calculated in accordance with the relevant tax laws and regulations applicable to the Company.Deferred tax is recognized on timing differences, being the differences between taxable income and accounting income that originate in one period and are capable of reversal in one or more subsequent periods.

1.15 Impairment of Assets

The carrying amounts of assets are reviewed at each Balance Sheet date to determine whether there is any indication of impairment of the carrying amount of the Company's assets. The recoverable amount of such assets is estimated. Where the carrying amount of the asset exceeds the recoverable amount, the impairment loss is recognized in the Statement of profit and loss.

1.16 Provisions, Contingent Liabilities and Contingent Assets

Provisions are recognized only when there is a present obligation as a result of past events and when a reliable estimate of the amount of obligation can be made. Contingent liability is disclosed for (i) Possible obligation which will be confirmed only by future events not wholly within the control of the Company or (ii) Present obligations arising from past events where it is not probable that an outflow of resources will be required to settle the obligation or a reliable estimate of the amount of the obligation cannot be made. Contingent assets are not recognized in the financial statements since this may result in the recognition of income that may never be realized.

1.17 The company has the following Contingent liabilities as on :

Particulars 31 March,2015 31 March,2014

i) Bank Guarantee issued to Central 249,991 249,991 Excise department

ii) Claim against the Company not - - acknowledge as debt

iii) The Commercial Tax Officer, (FAC), Madhapur, vide Assessment order dated 27.04.2010 raised a demand towards Value Added Tax amounting to 4,176,381 (Details given below) on rent for furniture. The Company approached the High Court of Andhra Pradesh for stay and in turn the High Court of Andhra Pradesh has granted interim Stay for further proceedings with a condition that Company shall pay 12.5% of disputed tax. The Company paid an amount of 522,047 towards disputed Tax liability.

Particulars 31 March, 2015 31 March, 2014

2005- 2006 1,058,047 1,058,047

2006- 2007 1,358,171 1,358,171

2007- 2008 1,760,163 1,760,163

Total 4,176,381 4,176,381

1.18 Estimated amount of contracts remaining to be executed on capital accounts not provided for NIL [Previous year NIL].

A) Names of Related Parties and description of Relationship:

Party Relationship

G.Bala Reddy Key Management Person

G.Venkateswara Rao Key Management Person

Softpro Technologies Private Limited Subsidiary Company

Cura Global GRC Solutions Pte Limited Wholly Owned Subsidiary Company

ICSA (INDIA) Limited Associate Company

Sahasra Investments Pvt Ltd Associate Company

1.19. Quantitative details requirements regarding software and technical services are not applicable.

1.20. Balances of Sundry Debtors, Loans & Advances and Sundry Creditors are subject to confirmation from the concerned parties.

1.21. Figures were regrouped/reclassified wherever necessary. Figures are rounded off to the nearest rupee.


Mar 31, 2014

1.1 Accounting Conventions:

The financial statements have been prepared under the historical cost conventions in accordance with the generally accepted accounting principles in India including the Accounting Standards notified by the Government of India and issued by the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India, as applicable, and the provisions of the Companies Act, 1956 as adopted consistently by the Company. All income and expenditure having a material bearing on the financial statements are recognized on accrual basis.

1.2 Use of Estimates:

The preparation of the financial statements requires the Management to make estimates and assumptions considered in the reported amounts of assets and liabilities (including contingent liabilities) as of the date of the financial statements and the reported income and expenses during the reporting period like provision for employee benefits, provision for doubtful debts/advances/contingencies, allowances for slow/non moving inventories, useful lives of fixed assets, provision for taxation, etc. Management believes that the estimates used in the preparation of the financial statements are prudent and reasonable. Future results may vary from these estimates.

1.3 Inventories:

Inventories have been valued at lower of cost or net realizable value.

1.4 Cash and Cash equivalents (for purposes of Cash Flow Statement):

Cash comprises of cash on hand, amount in current accounts and deposit accounts.

Cash flows are reported using the indirect method, whereby profit / (loss) before tax is adjusted for the effects of transactions of non-cash nature and any deferrals or accruals of past or future cash receipts or payments. The cash flows from operating, investing and financing activities of the Company are segregated based on the available information.

1.5 Depreciation and Amortization:

Depreciation on Fixed Assets including on the additions on account of revaluation has been provided on a straight-line method at the rates specified in the Schedule XIV to the Companies Act, 1956.

Intangible assets are amortized over the estimated useful life:

The estimated useful life of the intangible assets and the amortization period are reviewed at the end of each financial year and the amortization method is revised to effect the changed pattern.

1.6 Revenue Recognition:

Revenue on services contracts are recognized as the related services are performed and revenue from the end of the last billing to the balance sheet date is recognized as unbilled revenues.

Annual maintenance contracts and revenue from fixed maintenance contracts are recognized over the period in which the services are rendered.

Revenue from sale of user licenses for software applications is recognized on transfer of title in the user license.

1.7 Expenditure:

Expenses are accounted on accrual basis and provision is made for all known losses and liabilities.

1.8 Tangible Fixed Assets:

Fixed Assets are stated at cost of acquisition as reduced by accumulated depreciation. All costs including financial costs up to the date of commissioning and attributable to the fixed assets are capitalized apart from taxes, freight and other incidental expenses related to the acquisition and installation of the respective fixed assets and excludes duties and taxes to the extent recoverable from tax authorities.

Fixed Assets which are revalued are stated at the amounts revalued as reduced by the depreciation.

1.9 Intangible assets:

Intangible assets are carried at cost less accumulated amortisation and impairment losses, if any. The cost of an intangible asset comprises its purchase price, including any import duties and other taxes (other than those subsequently recoverable from the taxing authorities), and any directly attributable expenditure on making the asset ready for its intended use and net of any trade discounts and rebates. Subsequent expenditure on an intangible asset after its purchase / completion is recognised as an expense when incurred unless it is probable that such expenditure will enable the asset to generate future economic benefits in excess of its originally assessed standards of performance and such expenditure can be measured and attributed to the asset reliably, in which case such expenditure is added to the cost of the asset.

1.10 Foreign Exchange Transactions:

Initial Recognition

Transactions in foreign currencies entered into by the Company are accounted at the exchange rates prevailing on the date of the transaction or at rates that closely approximate the rate at the date of the transaction.

Measurement of foreign currency monetary items at the Balance Sheet date

Foreign currency monetary items (other than derivative contracts) of the Company at the Balance Sheet date are restated at the year-end rates.

Treatment of exchange differences

Exchange differences arising on settlement / restatement of short-term foreign currency monetary assets and liabilities of the Company are recognized as income or expense in the Statement of Profit and Loss.

1.11 Investments

Long term Investments are stated at cost. Provision, if any, is made for permanent diminution in the value of investments. Current investments are stated at lower of cost or market value.

1.12 Employee Benefits:

a) Short Term Employee Benefits

All employee benefits payable wholly within twelve months of rendering the service are classified as short term employee benefits. Benefits such as salaries, wages and short term compensated absences etc. are recognized in the period in which the employee renders the related service.

b) Long Term Employee Benefits

Defined Benefit Plans

The Company accounts its liability for future gratuity benefits based on actuarial valuation, as at the Balance Sheet date, determined every year by actuarial professionals using the Projected Unit Credit method. Actuarial gains / losses are immediately recognized in the Statement of Profit and Loss.

In respect of Provident Fund and Pension Fund, Contributions are made by the Company in accordance with the relevant rules and fully charged off to Statement of Profit and Loss.

The company provides for leave encashment based on valuations, as at the balance sheet date, made by independent actuaries.

1.13 Basic earnings per share is computed by dividing the profit / (loss) after tax (including the post tax effect of extraordinary items, if any) by the weighted average number of equity shares outstanding during the year. Diluted earnings per share is computed by dividing the profit / (loss) after tax (including the post tax effect of extraordinary items, if any) as adjusted for dividend, interest and other charges to expense or income relating to the dilutive potential equity shares, by the weighted average number of equity shares considered for deriving basic earnings per share and the weighted average number of equity shares which could have been issued on the conversion of all dilutive potential equity shares. Potential dilutive equity shares are deemed to be converted as at the beginning of the period, unless they have been issued at a later date. The dilutive potential equity shares are adjusted for the proceeds receivable had the shares been actually issued at fair value (i.e. average market value of the outstanding shares). Dilutive potential equity shares are determined independently for each period presented. The number of equity shares and potentially dilutive equity shares are adjusted for share splits / reverse share splits and bonus shares, as appropriate.

1.14 Taxes on Income

Income tax liability for the year is calculated in accordance with the relevant tax laws and regulations applicable to the Company. Deferred tax is recognized on timing differences, being the differences between taxable income and accounting income that originate in one period and are capable of reversal in one or more subsequent periods.

1.15 Impairment of Assets

The carrying amounts of assets are reviewed at each Balance Sheet date to determine whether there is any indication of impairment of the carrying amount of the Company''s assets. The recoverable amount of such assets is estimated. Where the carrying amount of the asset exceeds the recoverable amount, the impairment loss is recognized in the Statement of profit and loss.

1.16 Provisions, Contingent Liabilities and Contingent Assets

Provisions are recognized only when there is a present obligation as a result of past events and when a reliable estimate of the amount of obligation can be made. Contingent liability is disclosed for (i) Possible obligation which will be confirmed only by future events not wholly within the control of the Company or (ii) Present obligations arising from past events where it is not probable that an outflow of resources will be required to settle the obligation or a reliable estimate of the amount of the obligation cannot be made. Contingent assets are not recognized in the financial statements since this may result in the recognition of income that may never be realized.


Mar 31, 2012

1.1. Accounting Conventions :

The financial statements have been prepared under the historical cost conventions in accordance with the generally accepted accounting principles in India including the Accounting Standards notified by the Government of India and issued by the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India, as applicable, and the provisions of the Companies Act, 1956 as adopted consistently by the Company. All income and expenditure having a material bearing on the financial statements are recognized on accrual basis.

1.2 Use of Estimates:

The preparation of the financial statements requires the Management to make estimates and assumptions considered in the reported amounts of assets and liabilities ( including contingent liabilities ) as of the date of the financial statements and the reported income and expenses during the reporting period like provision for employee benefits, provision for doubtful debts/advances/contingencies, allowances for slow/non moving inventories, useful lives of fixed assets, provision for taxation, etc. Management believes that the estimates used in the preparation of the financial statements are prudent and reasonable. Future results may vary from these estimates.

1.3) Inventories:

Inventories have been valued at lower of cost or net realizable value.

1.4) Cash and Cash equivalents (for purposes of Cash Flow Statement):

Cash comprises of cash on hand, amount in current accounts and deposit accounts.

Cash flows are reported using the indirect method, whereby profit / (loss) before tax is adjusted for the effects of transactions of non-cash nature and any deferrals or accruals of past or future cash receipts or payments. The cash flows from operating, investing and financing activities of the Company are segregated based on the available information.

1.5) Depreciation and Amortization:

Depreciation on Fixed Assets including on the additions on account of revaluation has been provided on a straight-line method at the rates specified in the Schedule XIV to the Companies Act, 1956.

Intangible assets are amortized over the estimated useful life of the Assest.

The estimated useful life of the intangible assets and the amortization period are reviewed at the end of each financial year and the amortization method is revised to effect the changed pattern.

1.6) Revenue Recognition:

Revenue on services contracts are recognized as the related services are performed and revenue from the end of the last billing to the balance sheet date is recognized as unbilled revenues.

Annual maintenance contracts and revenue from fixed maintenance contracts are recognized over the period in which the services are rendered.

Revenue from sale of user licenses for software applications is recognized on transfer of title in the user license.

1.7) Expenditure:

Expenses are accounted on accrual basis and provision is made for all known losses and liabilities.

1.8) Tangible Fixed Assets:

Fixed Assets are stated at cost of acquisition as reduced by accumulated depreciation. All costs including financial costs up to the date of commissioning and attributable to the fixed assets are capitalized apart from taxes, freight and other incidental expenses related to the acquisition and installation of the respective fixed assets and excludes duties and taxes to the extent recoverable from tax authorities.

Fixed Assets which are revalued are stated at the amounts revalued as reduced by the depreciation.

1.9) Intangible assets:

Intangible assets are carried at cost less accumulated amortisation and impairment losses, if any. The cost of an intangible asset comprises its purchase price, including any import duties and other taxes (other than those subsequently recoverable from the taxing authorities), and any directly attributable expenditure on making the asset ready for its intended use and net of any trade discounts and rebates. Subsequent expenditure on an intangible asset after its purchase / completion is recognised as an expense when incurred unless it is probable that such expenditure will enable the asset to generate future economic benefits in excess of its originally assessed standards of performance and such expenditure can be measured and attributed to the asset reliably, in which case such expenditure is added to the cost of the asset.

1.10) Foreign Exchange Transactions:

Initial Recognition

Transactions in foreign currencies entered into by the Company are accounted at the exchange rates prevailing on the date of the transaction or at rates that closely approximate the rate at the date of the transaction.

Measurement of foreign currency monetary items at the Balance Sheet date

Foreign currency monetary items (other than derivative contracts) of the Company at the Balance Sheet date are restated at the year-end rates.

Treatment of exchange differences

Exchange differences arising on settlement / restatement of short-term foreign currency monetary assets and liabilities of the Company are recognised as income or expense in the Statement of Profit and Loss.

1.11) Investments

Long term Investments are stated at cost. Provision, if any, is made for permanent diminution in the value of investments. Current investments are stated at lower of cost or market value.

1.12) Employee Benefits:

a) Short Term Employee Benefits

All employee benefits payable wholly within twelve months of rendering the service are classified as short term employee benefits. Benefits such as salaries, wages and short term compensated absences etc. are recognized in the period in which the employee renders the related service.

b) Long Term Employee Benefits Defined Contribution Plan

The Company makes contribution in respect of selected employees to a Superannuation Fund administered by trustees and managed by Life Insurance Corporation of India. The Company has no liability for future Superannuation Fund benefits other than its annual contribution and recognizes such contributions as an expense in the year incurred.

Defined Benefit Plans

The Company makes annual contribution to a Gratuity Fund administered by trustees and managed by LIC. The Company accounts its liability for future gratuity benefits based on actuarial valuation, as at the Balance Sheet date, determined every year by LIC using the Projected Unit Credit method. Actuarial gains / losses are immediately recognized in the Statement of Profit and Loss.

In respect of Provident Fund and Pension Fund, Contributions are made by the Company in accordance with the relevant rules and fully charged off to Statement of Profit and Loss .

The company provides for leave encashment based on valuations, as at the balance sheet date, made by independent actuaries.

1.13) Basic earnings per share is computed by dividing the profit / (loss) after tax (including the post tax effect of extraordinary items, if any) by the weighted average number of equity shares outstanding during the year. Diluted earnings per share is computed by dividing the profit / (loss) after tax (including the post tax effect of extraordinary items, if any) as adjusted for dividend, interest and other charges to expense or income relating to the dilutive potential equity shares, by the weighted average number of equity shares considered for deriving basic earnings per share and the weighted average number of equity shares which could have been issued on the conversion of all dilutive potential equity shares. Potential dilutive equity shares are deemed to be converted as at the beginning of the period, unless they have been issued at a later date. The dilutive potential equity shares are adjusted for the proceeds receivable had the shares been actually issued at fair value (i.e. average market value of the outstanding shares). Dilutive potential equity shares are determined independently for each period presented. The number of equity shares and potentially dilutive equity shares are adjusted for share splits / reverse share splits and bonus shares, as appropriate.

1.14) Taxes on Income

Income tax liability for the year is calculated in accordance with the relevant tax laws and regulations applicable to the Company. Deferred tax is recognized on timing differences, being the differences between taxable income and accounting income that originate in one period and are capable of reversal in one or more subsequent periods.

1.15) Impairment of Assets

The carrying amounts of assets are reviewed at each Balance Sheet date to determine whether there is any indication of impairment of the carrying amount of the Company's assets. The recoverable amount of such assets is estimated. Where the carrying amount of the asset exceeds the recoverable amount, the impairment loss is recognized in the Statement of profit and loss.

1.16) Provisions, Contingent Liabilities and Contingent Assets

Provisions are recognized only when there is a present obligation as a result of past events and when a reliable estimate of the amount of obligation can be made. Contingent liability is disclosed for (i) Possible obligation which will be confirmed only by future events not wholly within the control of the Company or (ii) Present obligations arising from past events where it is not probable that an outflow of resources will be required to settle the obligation or a reliable estimate of the amount of the obligation cannot be made. Contingent assets are not recognized in the financial statements since this may result in the recognition of income that may never be realized.

iii) The Commercial Tax Officer, (FAC), Madhapur, vide Assessment order dated 27.04.2010 raised a demand towards Value Added Tax amounting to Rs. 4,176,381 (Details given below) on rent for furniture. The Company approached the High Court of Andhra Pradesh for stay and in turn the High Court of Andhra Pradesh has granted interim Stay for further proceedings with a condition that Company shall pay 12.5% of disputed tax. The Company paid an amount oft 522,047 towards disputed Tax liability.

iv) The Company provided Corporate Guarantee of (Rs.) 341,333,000 to Andhra Bank for a counter guarantee provided by Andhra Bank to Bank of India for sanctioning a term loan of US $ 14.24 million to Cura Global GRC Solutions Pte. Ltd, Singapore ( "CURA Singapore "), a Subsidiary of the Company. This Corporate Guarantee is also secured by first Pari-pasu mortgage of its Land & Buildings.


Mar 31, 2011

1. Accounting Conventions:

Financial Statements have been prepared under historical cost conventions in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles in India and provisions of the Companies Act, 1956 as adopted consistently by the Company. All income and expenditure having a material bearing on financial statements are recognized on accrual basis.

2. Revenue Recognition:

a) Revenue from Services is recognized as and when Services are rendered. Expenditure on software purchase, developed and/or customized during the year is treated as revenue expenditure. Company follows completed method of accounting for services rendered in respect of Software projects and significant products under development.

b) Interest income is recognized on accrual basis.

3. Expenditure:

Expenses are accounted on accrual basis and provision is made for all known losses and liabilities.

4. Fixed Assets

Fixed assets are stated at cost of acquisition as reduced by accumulated depreciation. All costs including financial costs up to the date of commissioning and attributable to fixed assets are capitalized apart from taxes, freight and other incidental expenses related to acquisition and installation of respective fixed assets.

5. Depreciation:

Depreciation on Fixed assets including additions has been provided on straight-line method at the rates specified in the Schedule XIV to the Companies Act, 1956.

6. Investments:

Long term Investments are stated at cost. Provision, if any, is made for permanent diminution in the value of Invest- ments. Current investments are stated at lower of cost or Market value.

7. Inventories:

Inventories are valued at lower of cost or net realizable value.

8. Foreign Exchange Transactions:-

All foreign exchange transactions entered into during the current period are accounted at exchange rate prevailing on the date of contract/documentation. Foreign exchange fluctuations on transactions entered into during the period and received/paid during the period are accounted in current financial year. Outstanding accounts in foreign currency are restated at the end of period at foreign currency rate prevailing on that date and any fluctuation on the same is recognized in profit and loss account.

9. Employee Benefits:-

a) In respect of employee's stock options, excess of fair price on the date of grant over the exercise price is recog- nized as deferred compensation cost amortized over the vesting period.

b) Company's contribution towards provident fund and pension fund are charged to Profit and Loss account. Company provides for retirement benefits in the form of gratuity based on valuations, as at the balance sheet date, made by Independent actuaries.

10. Miscellaneous Expenditure:

Preliminary and issue expenses, deferred revenue expenditure have been written off over a period of 5 years. Product development expenses have been written off over a period of three years.

11. Income Taxes:

Income Tax liability for the year is calculated in accordance with relevant tax laws and regulations as applicable to the Company. Deferred tax resulting from timing difference between accounting income and taxable income is accounted for using tax rates and laws that are enacted or subsequently enacted as on the balance sheet date. Deferred tax asset is recognized and carried forward only to the extent there is a virtual certainty that the asset will be realized in future.

12. Earnings per share:

Basic earnings per share are calculated by dividing net profit or loss for the period attributable to equity share holders by the weighted average number of equity shares outstanding during the period.

For the purpose of calculating diluted earnings per share, net profit attributable to equity share holders and the weighted average number of shares outstanding during the period are adjusted for effects of all dilutive potential equity shares, if any.

13. Provisions:

A provision is recognized when the Company has present obligation as a result of past event and it is probable than an outflow of resources will be required to settle the obligation, in respect of which a reliable estimate can be made.

14. Cash and cash equivalents:

Cash and cash equivalents in the cash flow statement comprise cash at bank, cash in hand, fixed deposits and un- claimed dividend account.

15. Use of estimates:

Preparation of financial statements is in conformity with generally accepted accounting principles requires manage- ment to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets, liabilities and disclosure of contin- gent liabilities at the date of financial statements and results of operation during the reporting period. Although these estimates are based upon management's best knowledge of current events and actions, actual results could differ from these estimates.


Mar 31, 2010

1. Accounting Conventions:-

The Financial Statements have been prepared under the historical cost conventions in accordance with the generally accepted accounting principles in India and the provisions of the Companies Act, 1956 as adopted consistently by the company. All income and expenditure having a material bearing on the financial statements are recognized on accrual basis.

2. Revenue Recognition

a). Revenue from Services is recognized as and when the Services are rendered. Expenditure on software purchase, developed and/or customized during the year is treated as revenue expenditure. The Company follows completed method of accounting for services rendered in respect of Software projects and significant products under development.

b). Interest Income: Interest income is recognized on accrual basis.

3. Expenditure:-

Expenses are accounted on accrual basis and provision is made for all known losses and liabilities.

4. Fixed Assets

Fixed assets are stated at cost of acquisition as reduced by accumulated depreciation. All costs including financial costs up to the date of commissioning and attributable to the fixed assets are capitalized apart from taxes, freight and other incidental expenses related to the acquisition and installation of the respective fixed assets.

5. Depreciation:

Depreciation on Fixed assets including additions has been provided on straight-line method at the rates specified in the Schedule XIV of the Companies Act, 1956.

6. Investments :-

Long term Investments are stated at cost. Provision, if any, is made for permanent diminution in the value of Investments. Current investments are stated at lower cost or Market value.

7. Inventories:-

Inventories are valued at cost or net realizable value which ever is less.

8. Employee Benefits:-

Companys contribution towards provident fund and pension fund are charged to Profit and Loss account.

The company provides for retirement benefits in the form of gratuity and leave encashment based on valuations, as at the balance sheet date, made by Independent actuaries.

In respect of employees stock options, in excess of fair price on the date of grant over the exercise price is recognized as deferred compensation cost amortized over the vesting period.

9. Foreign Exchange Transactions:-

All foreign exchange transactions entered into during the current period are accounted at the exchange rate prevailing on the date of contract/documentation. Foreign exchange fluctuations on transactions entered into during the period and received/paid during the period are accounted in the current financial year. The outstanding accounts in foreign currency are restated at the end of the period at the foreign currency rate prevailing on that and any fluctuation on the same is recognized in profit and loss account.

10. Miscellaneous Expenditure: -

Preliminary and issue expenses, deferred revenue expenditure and R&D expenditure have been written off over a period of 10 years.

11. Income Taxes:-

Income Tax liability for the year is calculated in accordance with the relevant tax laws and regulations applicable to the company. Deferred tax resulting from timing difference between accounting income and taxable income is accounted for using the tax rates and laws that are enacted or subsequently enacted as on the balance sheet date. Deferred tax asset is recognized and carried forward only to the extent that there is a virtual certainty that the asset will be realized in future.

12. Earnings per share:-

Basic earnings per share are calculated by dividing the net profit or loss for the period attributable to equity share holders by the weighted average number of equity shares outstanding during the period.

For the purpose of calculating diluted earning per share, the net profit attributable to equity share holders and the weighted average number of shares outstanding during the period are adjusted for the effects of all dilutive potential equity shares, if any.

13. Provisions:-

A provision is recognized when the company has present obligation as a result of past event and it is probable than an out flow of resources will be required to settle the obligation, in respect of which a reliable estimate can be made.

14. Cash and cash equivalents:-

Cash and cash equivalents in the cash flow statement comprise cash at bank, Cash in hand, fixed deposits and unclaimed dividend a/c

15- Use of estimates:-

The preparation of financial statements in conformity with generally accepted accounting principles requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities and disclosure of contingent liabilities at the date of financial statements and the results of operation during the reporting period. Although these estimates based upon management best knowledge of current events and actions, actual results could differ from these estimates.

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