Accounting Policies of Hinduja Foundries Ltd. Company

Sep 30, 2014

The accounting policies set out below have been applied consistently to the periods presented in these financial statements.

a. Basis of preparation of Financial Statements

The financial statements of the Company have been prepared and presented in accordance with the Generally Accepted Accounting Principles ("GAAP") under the historical cost convention except in respect of revalued fixed assets on the accrual basis. GAAP comprises accounting standards notified by the Central Government of India under Section 211 (3C) of the Companies Act, 1956, other pronouncements of Institute of Chartered Accountants of India, the provisions of Companies Act, 1956 and guidelines issued by Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI), to the extent applicable.

The Company''s performance has been impacted by automotive market slowdown, inadequate price compensation, volatile material prices, delays in recovery of certain long pending balances and consequent extended working capital cycles etc. As a result, the company has accumulated losses as at September 30, 2014 that have significantly eroded the networth. In February 2013, the Company had intimated to the Board for Industrial and Financial Reconstruction (''BIFR'') about erosion of more than 50% of the Company''s peak networth pursuant to section 23 of Sick Industrial Companies (Special Provision) Act, 1985. (''SICA''). The Company has initiated various steps to improve its operational performance / liquidity, remove bottlenecks relating to its projects, improve the networth including raising of capital etc. Based on business plans, availability of short-term and long-term bank funding arrangements, independent impairment testing, increase in capital by way of preferential allotment and qualified institutional placement and in view of the continued support by the promoters including assistance in relation to certain long pending balances, the Company believes that it would be able to realize its assets and settle its liabilities in the normal course at their carrying values and that no adjustments would be required in respect of the carrying value of assets/liabilities as at September 30, 2014. Accordingly, the financial statements have been prepared on a going concern basis.

b. Use of Estimates

The preparation of the financial statements in conformity with generally accepted accounting principles requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of revenues and expenses during the reporting period, reported balances of assets and liabilities, and disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities as at the date of the financial statements. Actual results could differ from those estimates. Any revision to accounting estimates is recognized prospectively in current and future periods.

c. Fixed Assets and Depreciation

Tangible fixed assets

Fixed assets are stated at cost or revalued amount less accumulated depreciation and impairment losses, if any. Net increase in fixed assets on account of revaluation is credited to the revaluation reserve account.

Cost comprises the purchase price and any attributable cost of bringing the asset to its working condition for its intended use.

Depreciation on fixed assets is provided using the straight-line method based on useful economic life as estimated by the management or at the rates prescribed under Schedule XIV of the Companies Act, 1956, whichever is higher.

For the following assets the depreciation rates are higher than the rates prescribed by Schedule XIV:

"Plant and machinery | 10.34- 33.33%

Individual assets costing Rs 5,000/- or less are depreciated in full in the year of purchase.

The incremental depreciation on account of enhancement in the value of major fixed assets on revaluation is charged against fixed assets revaluation reserve.

Assets acquired under hire purchase/finance lease agreements are capitalized and finance charges thereon are expensed over the period of agreements.

Developmental costs relating to leasehold land is amortized over the period of 30 years.

Assets retired from active use and held for disposal are stated at the lower of their net book value and net realisable value and shown under ''Other current assets''.

Intangible fixed assets

Intangible fixed assets comprise of acquired goodwill, acquired technical know-how and internally generated intangibles relating to development of methodologies, frameworks, and processes.

Acquired goodwill and technical know-how are stated at acquisition cost. Internally generated intangible assets are stated at cost that can be measured reliably during the development phase and when it is probable that future economic benefits that are attributable to the assets will flow to the Company.

Goodwill, technical know-how fees and process know how are amortized using the straight-line method over a period of five years.

d. Inventory

Inventories are valued at the lower of cost and net realizable value. Cost of inventories comprises all cost of purchase, cost of conversion and other costs incurred in bringing the inventories to their present location and condition. Cost includes all taxes and duties, but excludes duties and taxes that are subsequently recoverable from tax authorities.

The methods of determining cost of various categories of inventories are as follows:

Description Method of determining cost

Raw materials, stores and spares Moving weighted average and bought out materials

Work in progress and finished goods Moving weighted average and including an appropriate share of overheads

e. Borrowing Costs

Borrowing costs including amortization of ancillary borrowing cost that are directly attributable to the acquisition or construction of qualifying fixed assets which necessarily take a substantial period of time to get ready for their intended use are capitalized as part of the cost of such assets. Other borrowing costs are recognized as expense in the period in which they are incurred.

f. Employee Benefits

Gratuity liability is a defined benefit obligation and is provided for based on actuarial valuation performed in accordance with the projected unit credit method, as at the balance sheet date and is funded with Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC).

Short term compensated absences / leave encashment are provided for based on the eligible leave at credit on the balance sheet date and the estimated cost is based on the terms of the employment contract. Long term compensated absences are provided for based on actuarial valuation as at the balance sheet date using projected unit credit method.

Eligible employees of the Company relating to Ennore unit receive benefits from the provident fund, which is a defined benefit plan. Both the employee and the Company make monthly contributions to the Ennore Foundries Limited Employees'' Provident Fund Trust. The rate at which the annual interest is payable to the beneficiaries by the Trust is being administered by the government. The Company has an obligation to make good the shortfall, if any, between the return from the investments of the Trust and the notified interest rate. Such liability, if any, is provided for based on the actuarial valuation as at the balance sheet date.

Contributions to Provident fund (other than relating to Ennore Unit of the Company), employee pension fund (other than relating to Ennore Unit of the Company), Superannuation fund and cost of other benefits are charged to the Statement of profit and loss of the year when the contributions to the respective funds are due. The Company has no further obligations under the plan beyond its monthly contributions.

Actuarial gains/losses are immediately taken to Statement of profit and loss and are not deferred.

g. Revenue Recognition

Revenue comprises sale of castings and design and development of patterns and tools. Revenue is recognised to the extent it is probable that the economic benefits will flow to the Company and that the revenue can be reliably measured and is expected to be received.

Revenue from the sale of castings are recognized when all significant risks and rewards of ownership are transferred to the buyer, which generally coincide with dispatch of goods. The amount recognized as sale is exclusive of sales tax.

Income from design and development of patterns and tools and other incidental works is recognised in accordance with the percentage of completion method.

Revision in prices subsequent to sale is recognised when accepted by the customers.

Interest income on deposits and interest bearing securities is recognized on the time proportionate method.

Insurance claims are recognized when the amount thereof can be measured reliably and ultimate collection is reasonably certain

h. Income Taxes

Tax expense comprises current and deferred tax. Current income tax is measured at the amount expected to be paid to the tax authorities in accordance with the Income Tax Act, 1961. Deferred income taxes reflect the impact of current year timing differences between taxable income and accounting income for the year and reversal of timing differences of earlier years.

Deferred tax is measured based on the tax rates and the tax laws enacted or substantively enacted at the balance sheet date. Deferred tax assets are recognised only to the extent that there is reasonable certainty that sufficient future taxable income will be available against which such deferred tax assets can be realized. Deferred tax assets are recognised on carry forward of unabsorbed depreciation and tax losses only if there is virtual certainty supported by convincing evidence that such deferred tax assets can be realized against future taxable profits. Unrecognized deferred tax assets of earlier years are re-assessed and recognised to the extent that it has become reasonably / virtually certain that future taxable income will be available against which such deferred tax assets can be realized.

Minimum Alternative Tax (''MAT'') credit is recognised as an asset only when and to the extent there is convincing evidence that the company will pay normal income tax during the specified period. In the year in which the MAT credit becomes eligible to be recognized as an asset in accordance with the recommendations contained in Guidance Note issued by the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India, the said asset is created by way of a credit to the Statement of profit and loss and shown as MAT Credit Entitlement. The Company reviews the same at each balance sheet date and writes down the carrying amount of MAT Credit Entitlement to the extent there is no longer convincing evidence to the effect that Company will pay normal Income Tax during the specified period.

i. Foreign Currency Transactions

Foreign currency transactions are recorded at the exchange rates prevailing on the date of the transactions or rates that approximates the exchange rate prevailing at the date of transactions. Monetary assets and liabilities denominated in foreign currencies as at the balance sheet date are translated at the closing exchange rates on that date. Exchange differences arising on foreign exchange transactions during the year and on restatement of monetary assets and liabilities are recognized in the Statement of profit and loss of the year.

Pursuant to the notifications of the Ministry of Corporate Affairs, exchange fluctuations on all long term monetary items so far as they relate to the acquisition of a depreciable capital asset, are added to or deducted from the cost of the asset and is depreciated over the balance life of such assets. All other exchange fluctuations on long term monetary items are accumulated in ''foreign currency monetary item translation difference account'' in the Company''s financial statements and amortized over the balance period of such long term asset/liability.

j. Earnings Per Share

Basic earnings per share are calculated by dividing the net profit or loss for the year attributable to efquity shareholders (after deducting preference dividends and attributable taxes) by the weighted average number of equity shares outstanding during the year. As at the reporting date, the Company has not issued any potential equity shares, and accordingly, the basic earnings per share and diluted earnings per share are the same.

k. Provisions

A provision is recognised when an enterprise has a present obligation as a result of past event; it is probable that an outflow of resources will be required to settle the obligation, in respect of which a reliable estimate can be made. Provisions are not discounted to its present value and are determined based on best estimate required to settle the obligation at the balance sheet date. These are reviewed at each balance sheet date and adjusted to reflect the current best estimates.

i. Impairment

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 recognized wherever the carrying amount of an asset exceeds its recoverable amount. The recoverable amount is the greater of the assets net selling price and value in use. In assessing value in use, the estimated future cash flows are discounted to their present value at the weighted average cost of capital.

m. Expenditure on New Projects and Substantial Expansion

Expenditure directly relating to construction activity is capitalised. Indirect expenditure incurred during construction period is capitalised as part of the indirect construction cost to the extent to which the expenditure is related to construction or is incidental thereto. Other indirect expenditure (including borrowing costs) incurred during the construction period which is neither related to the construction activity nor is incidental thereto are charged to the Statement of profit and loss. Income earned during construction period is deducted from the total of the indirect expenditure.

All direct capital expenditure on expansion are capitalised. As regards indirect expenditure on expansion, only that portion is capitalised which represents the marginal increase in such expenditure involved as a result of capital expansion. Both direct and indirect expenditure are capitalised only if they increase the value of the asset beyond its original standard of performance.

n. Leases

Leases where the lessor effectively retains substantially all the risks and benefits of ownership of the leased item, are classified as operating leases. Operating lease payments are recognized as an expense in the Statement of profit and loss on a straight-line basis over the lease term.

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 income. Lease management fees, legal charges and other initial direct costs are capitalised.

o. Investments

Long-term investments are carried at cost. However, provision for diminution in value is made to recognise a decline other than temporary in the value of the investments.

Current investments are carried at the lower of cost and fair value. Any reductions in the carrying amount and any reversals of such reductions are charged or credited to the Statement of profit and loss.

p. Derivative Instruments and Hedge Accounting

The Company uses derivative financial instruments such as interest rate swaps to hedge its exposure in interest rates relating to underlying transaction.

The Company has adopted the principles of Accounting Standard 30, Financial Instruments: Recognition and Measurement (AS 30) issued by ICAI except to the extent the adoption of AS 30 does not conflict with existing accounting standards prescribed by Companies (Accounting Standards) Rules, 2006 and other authoritative pronouncements.

In accordance with the recognition and measurement principles set out in AS 30, changes in fair value of derivative financial instruments designated as cash flow hedges are recognised directly in shareholders'' funds and reclassified into the profit and loss account upon the occurrence of the hedged transaction.

Changes in fair value relating to the ineffective portion of the hedges and derivatives that do not qualify for hedge accounting are recognised in the statement of profit and loss.

The fair value of derivative financial instruments is determined based on observable market inputs including yield curves etc.

q. Cash Flow Statement

Cash flows are reported using the indirect method, whereby profit before tax is adjusted for the effects of transactions of a non-cash nature and any deferrals or accruals of past or future cash receipts or payments. The cash flows from regular revenue generating, financing and investing activities of the Company are segregated.

r. Cash and cash equivalents

Cash and cash equivalents for the purpose of cash flow statement comprise cash at bank and in hand and short term investments with an original maturity of three months or less.

b) Rights, preferences and restriction attached to equity shares

The Company has only one class of equity shares having a par value of Rs 10 per share. Each equity share holder is entitled to one vote per share.

c) Rights, preferences and restriction attached to preference shares

1,500,000 10% Redeemable non-convertible cumulative preference shares of Rs.100 each issued to Ashok Leyland Limited on March 19,1999 were redeemable at par during the period April 2011 to April 2013. Redemption due on April 2011 and April 2012 was initially rescheduled to April 2013. The Company has sought and obtained a further extension from the preference shareholder and the redemption has been rescheduled to April 2015.

1,000,000 6% Redeemable non-convertible cumulative preference shares of Rs.100 each issued to Ashok Leyland Limited on November 12, 2003 were redeemable at par during the period April 2008 to April 2010. Out of the above, an amount of Rs.333.33 lakhs has been redeemed in April 2008. Redemption due on April 2009 and April 2010 was initially rescheduled to April 2013. The Company has sought and obtained a further extension from the preference shareholder and the redemption of the balance of Rs.666.67 lakhs has been rescheduled to April 2Q15.

7,500,000 9% Redeemable non-convertible cumulative preference shares of Rs.100 each issued to Ashok Leyland Limited on September 29, 2012 were redeemable at par within a period of two years from the date of allotment. The Company has sought and obtained a further extension from the preference shareholder and the redemption has been rescheduled to September 2016.

7,500,000 9% Redeemable non-convertible cumulative preference shares of Rs.100 each issued to Ashok Leyland Limited on October 19, 2012 were redeemable at par within a period of two years from the date of allotment. The Company has sought and obtained a further extension from the preference shareholder and the redemption has been rescheduled to October 2016.

15,000,000 9% Redeemable non-convertible cumulative preference shares of Rs.100 each issued to Ashok Leyland Limited on March 20, 2013 were redeemable at par within a period of two years from the date of allotment.

* Amount disclosed under "other current liabilities" (refer note 10)

a) The aforesaid loans are under fixed/floating rate (benchmarked to Libor) with different bankers. As at September 30, 2014, the rate of interest based on such arrangements ranged from 5.55% p.a. to 12.75% p.a.

Secured

b) Term loan of Rs.15,500 Lakhs (March 31, 2013 : 21,000 Lakhs) and Rs.950 Lakhs (March 31, 2013 : Nil) from Yes Bank is secured by equitable mortgage and first charge over all the fixed assets of the Company including movable properties and immovable properties (both present and future) and second charge on the current assets of the Company. The first said loan term is repayable in 12 quarterly instalments commencing from March 2013 to September 2017 and the second loan is repayable in 16 quarterly instalments commencing from December 2015 to September 2019 respectively.

c) Term loan of Rs.19,026.60 Lakhs (March 31, 2013 : Nil) from Bank of Baroda Bank was secured by equitable mortgage and first charge over all the fixed assets of the Company including movable properties and immovable properties (both present and future) and second charge on the current assets of the Company. The said loan was repayable in 12 equal quartly instalments commencing from April 2017 to April 2019. The company is in the process of creating charge for the securities provided.

d) Foreign currency term loan of Rs. 8,625.89 Lakhs (March 31,2013 : Rs.10,877.86 Lakhs) from DBS Bank is secured by first pari passu charge over all the fixed assets of the Company including movable properties and immovable properties (both present and future). The said loan is repayable in 10 equal half-yearly instalments commencing from August, 2013.

e) The Company has not met some of the financial covenants as set out in the agreements with bankers. The Company in the process of obtaining necessary waivers from compliance with such covenants. Based on past experience, the Company is confident of obtaining the relevent approvals. Accordingly the loan balances have continued to be classified as non - current to the extent they are not due to be settled with in 12 months after the reporting date. Also refer note 2 (a).

Unsecured

f) The foreign currency loan from HSBC Bank consisted of USD 5,000,000 and USD 15,000,000 loans repectively. The said loans were repayable in three annual instalments commencing from April 20, 2011 and May 31, 2011 respectively. The said loans have been fully repaid during the current period.

Cash credit, overdraft and other facilities from banks are secured by a first charge on current assets and a pari passu second charge on the fixed assets of the company. As at September 30, 2014, the interest on such facilities ranges from 14.00% p.a to 15.50% p.a.

Other loan repayable on demand from banks (secured) loans comprises of ioans from DBS Bank. Such loans is secured by a first charge on current asssets and a pari passu second charge on the fixed assets of the company. The interest rate on such loans ranges from 13.30% p.a to 15.00% p.a.

Unsecured short-term loans represents loan from Bank of Baroda . The interest rate on such loan was 10.25% p.a. The said loan was fully repaid during the current period.

Buyer''s Credit was repayable on their respective due dates within next 12 months. Interest rate on such buyer''s credit ranges from 6% p.a.

5 As at March 31, 2009 the Company had revalued its entire freehold land of manufacturing units at Ennore and Uppal. These were revalued to reflect the current value of the same based on valuation report of registered valuer dated May 25, 2009. The valuation has been carried based on the present market price and/ or the guideline value. The difference of Rs.18,573.40 lakhs between the revalued amount and book value thereof has been credited to fixed assets revaluation reserve.

@ includes upward revaluation made on March 31,1992.

# Consequent to realignment in the rupee value on foreign exchange, there has been an increase of Rs.338.46 lakhs (Previous year decrease of Rs.672 lakhs) in the Company''s liability for repayment of External

Commercial Borrowings. Capital work-in-progress includes the aforesaid exchange differences.

6 Buildings include cost : Rs. 145.37 Lakhs (previous year Rs. 145.37 lakhs) and written down value Rs. 62.67 lakhs (previous year Rs. 69.95 lakhs) in respect of expenditure incurred on capital assets, the ownership of which does not vest in the Company.

A Electrical installations include Cost: Rs. 98.17 Lakhs (previous year Rs. 98.17 Lakhs) and Written Down Value Rs. 20.10 lakhs (previous year Rs. 27.10 lakhs) in respect of expenditure incurred on capital assets,

the ownership of which does not vest in the Company. ** Consequent to realignment in the rupee value on foreign exchange, there has been an increase of Rs.1379.41 lakhs (Previous year increase of Rs. 112.82 lakhs) in the Company''s liability for repayment of

External Commercial Borrowings. Additions to fixed assets includes the aforesaid exchange differences and the exchange differences arising on account of repayment of External Commercial Borrowings.

* Amount disclosed under ''Short-term loans and advances''. Refer Note 19

$ includes claim for refund of electricity tax on maximum demand charges amounting to Rs.370.18 lakhs (March 31, 2013: Rs.370.18 lakhs) represents electricity tax paid for the period September 1991 to November 2009 recoverable from Tamil Nadu Electricity Board (TNEB). The amount has been accounted based on a Supreme Court decision delivered in May 2007 and legal opinions obtained by the Company, also refer note 2(a).

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Mar 31, 2013

The accounting policies set out below have been applied consistently to the periods presented in these financial statements.

a. Basis of preparation of Financial Statements

The financial statements of the Company have been prepared and presented in accordance with the Generally Accepted Accounting Principles ("GAAP") under the historical cost convention except in respect of revalued fixed assets on the accrual basis. GAAP comprises accounting standards notified by the Central Government of India under Section 211 (3C) of the Companies Act, 1956, other pronouncements of Institute of Chartered Accountants of India, the provisions of Companies Act, 1956 and guidelines issued by Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI), to the extent applicable.

The Company''s performance has been impacted due to sharp fall in demand from the Company''s major customers; increases in power cost and material cost not being adequately compensated by the customers. As a result, the accumulated losses as at March 31, 2013 have significantly eroded the net worth of the Company. The Company has intimated to the Board for Industrial and Financial Reconstruction (''BIFR'') about erosion of more than 50% of the Company''s peak networth pursuant to Section 23 of Sick Industrial Companies (Special Provision) Act, 1985 (''SICA''). The Company has initiated various steps to improve its operational performance /liquidity, remove bottlenecks relating to its projects, improve the net worth including raising capital from the promoters through issue of 9% redeemable non-convertible cumulative preference shares. Based on the current business plans, availability of banking limits and subscription of the preference share capital and continued support by the Promoters, the Company believes that it would be able to meet its financial requirements and no adjustments would be required in respect of the carrying value of assets/liabilities. Accordingly, the financial statements have been prepared on a going concern basis.

b. Use of Estimates

The preparation of the financial statements in conformity with generally accepted accounting principles requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of revenues and expenses during the reporting period, reported balances of assets and liabilities, and disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities as at the date of the financial statements. Actual results could differ from those estimates. Any revision to accounting estimates is recognized prospectively in current and future periods.

c. Fixed Assets and Depreciation

Fixed assets are stated at cost or revalued amount less accumulated depreciation and impairment losses, if any. Net increase in fixed assets on account of revaluation is credited to the revaluation reserve account.

Cost comprises the purchase price and any attributable cost of bringing the asset to its working condition for its intended use.

Depreciation on fixed assets is provided using the straight-line method based on useful economic life as estimated by the management or at the rates prescribed under Schedule XIV of the Companies Act, 1956, whichever is higher.

For the following assets the depreciation rates are higher than the rates prescribed by Schedule XIV:

Individual assets costing Rs 5,000/- or less are depreciated in full in the year of purchase.

The incremental depreciation on account of enhancement in the value of major fixed assets on revaluation is charged against fixed assets revaluation reserve.

Assets acquired under hire purchase/finance lease agreements are capitalized and finance charges thereon are expensed over the period of agreements.

Developmental costs relating to leasehold land is amortized over the period of 33 years.

Assets retired from active use and held for disposal are stated at the lower of their net book value and net realisable value and shown under ''Other current assets''.

Intangibles

Intangible assets comprise of acquired goodwill, acquired technical know-how and internally generated intangibles relating to development of methodologies, frameworks and processes.

Acquired goodwill and technical know-how are stated at acquisition cost. Internally generated intangible assets are stated at cost that can be measured reliably during the development phase and when it is probable that future economic benefits that are attributable to the assets will flow to the Company.

Goodwill, technical know-how fees and process know how are amortized using the straight-line method over a period of five years.

d. Inventory

Inventories are valued at the lower of cost and net realizable value. Cost of inventories comprises all cost of purchase, cost of conversion and other costs incurred in bringing the inventories to their present location and condition. Cost includes all taxes and duties, but excludes duties and taxes that are subsequently recoverable from tax authorities.

The methods of determining cost of various categories of inventories are as follows:

e. Borrowing Costs

Borrowing costs including amortization of ancillary borrowing cost that are directly attributable to the acquisition or construction of qualifying fixed assets which necessarily take a substantial period of time to get ready for their intended use are capitalized as part of the cost of such assets. Other borrowing costs are recognized as expense in the period in which they are incurred.

f. Employee Benefits

Gratuity liability is a defined benefit obligation and is provided for based on actuarial valuation performed in accordance with the projected unit credit method, as at the balance sheet date and is funded with Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC).

Short term compensated absences / leave encashment are provided for based on the eligible leave at credit on the balance sheet date and the estimated cost is based on the terms of the employment contract. Long term compensated absences are provided for based on actuarial valuation as at the balance sheet date using projected unit credit method.

Eligible employees of the Company relating to Ennore unit receive benefits from the provident fund, which is a defined benefit plan. Both the employee and the Company make monthly contributions to the Ennore Foundries Limited Employees'' Provident Fund Trust. The rate at which the annual interest is payable to the beneficiaries by the Trust is being administered by the government. The Company has an obligation to make good the shortfall, if any, between the return from the investments of the Trust and the notified interest rate. Such liability, if any, is provided for based on the actuarial valuation as at the balance sheet date.

Contributions to Provident Fund (other than relating to Ennore Unit of the Company), employee pension fund (other than relating to Ennore Unit of the Company), Superannuation Fund and cost of other benefits are charged to the Statement of Profit and Loss of the year when the contributions to the respective funds are due. The Company has no further obligations under the plan beyond its monthly contributions.

Actuarial gains/losses are immediately taken to Statement of Profit and Loss and are not deferred.

g. Revenue Recognition

Revenue comprises sale of castings and design and development of patterns and tools. Revenue is recognised to the extent it is probable that the economic benefits will flow to the Company and that the revenue can be reliably measured and is expected to be received.

Revenue from the sale of castings are recognized when all significant risks and rewards of ownership are transferred to the buyer, which generally coincide with dispatch of goods. The amount recognized as sale is exclusive of sales tax.

Income from design and development of patterns and tools and other incidental works is recognised in accordance with the percentage of completion method.

Revision in prices subsequent to sale is recognised when accepted by the customers.

Interest income on deposits and interest bearing securities is recognized on the time proportionate method.

Insurance claims are recognized when the amount thereof can be measured reliably and ultimate collection is reasonably certain

h. Income Taxes

Tax expense comprises current and deferred tax. Current income tax is measured at the amount expected to be paid to the tax authorities in accordance with the Income Tax Act, 1961. Deferred income taxes reflect the impact of current year timing differences between taxable income and accounting income for the year and reversal of timing differences of earlier years.

Deferred tax is measured based on the tax rates and the tax laws enacted or substantively enacted at the balance sheet date. Deferred tax assets are recognised only to the extent that there is reasonable certainty that sufficient future taxable income will be available against which such deferred tax assets can be realized. Deferred tax assets are recognised on carry forward of unabsorbed depreciation and tax losses only if there is virtual certainty supported by convincing evidence that such deferred tax assets can be realized against future taxable profits. Unrecognized deferred tax assets of earlier years are re-assessed and recognised to the extent that it has become reasonably / virtually certain that future taxable income will be available against which such deferred tax assets can be realized.

Minimum Alternative Tax (''MAT'') credit is recognised as an asset only when and to the extent there is convincing evidence that the company will pay normal income tax during the specified period. In the year in which the MAT credit becomes eligible to be recognized as an asset in accordance with the recommendations contained in Guidance Note issued by the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India, the said asset is created by way of a credit to the Statement of Profit and Loss and shown as MAT Credit Entitlement. The Company reviews the same at each balance sheet date and writes down the carrying amount of MAT Credit Entitlement to the extent there is no longer convincing evidence to the effect that Company will pay normal Income Tax during the specified period.

i. Foreign Currency Transactions

Foreign currency transactions are recorded at the exchange rates prevailing on the date of the transactions or rates that approximates the exchange rate prevailing at the date of transactions. Monetary assets and liabilities denominated in foreign currencies as at the balance sheet date are translated at the closing exchange rates on that date. Exchange differences arising on foreign exchange transactions during the year and on restatement of monetary assets and liabilities are recognized in the Statement of Profit and Loss of the year.

Pursuant to the notifications of the Ministry of Corporate Affairs, exchange fluctuations on all long term monetary items so far as they relate to the acquisition of a depreciable capital asset are added to or deducted from the cost of the asset and is depreciated over the balance life of such assets. All other exchange fluctuations on long term monetary items are accumulated in ''foreign currency monetary item translation difference account'' in the Company''s financial statements and amortized over the balance period of such long term asset/liability.

j. Earnings Per Share

Basic earnings per share are calculated by dividing the net profit or loss for the year attributable to equity shareholders (after deducting preference dividends and attributable taxes) by the weighted average number of equity shares outstanding during the year. As at the reporting date, the Company has not issued any potential equity shares, and accordingly, the basic earnings per share and diluted earnings per share are the same.

k. Provisions

A provision is recognised when an enterprise has a present obligation as a result of past event; it is probable that an outflow of resources will be required to settle the obligation in respect of which a reliable estimate can be made. Provisions are not discounted to its present value and are determined based on best estimate required to settle the obligation at the balance sheet date. These are reviewed at each balance sheet date and adjusted to reflect the current best estimates.

I. Impairment

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 recognized wherever the carrying amount of an asset exceeds its recoverable amount. The recoverable amount is the greater of the assets net selling price and value in use. In assessing value in use, the estimated future cash flows are discounted to their present value at the weighted average cost of capital.

m. Expenditure on New Projects and Substantial Expansion

Expenditure directly relating to construction activity is capitalised. Indirect expenditure incurred during construction period is capitalised as part of the indirect construction cost to the extent to which the expenditure is related to construction or is incidental thereto. Other indirect expenditure (including borrowing costs) incurred during the construction period which is neither related to the construction activity nor is incidental thereto are charged to the Statement of Profit and Loss. Income earned during construction period is deducted from the total of the indirect expenditure.

All direct capital expenditure on expansion are capitalised. As regards indirect expenditure on expansion, only that portion is capitalised which represents the marginal increase in such expenditure involved as a result of capital expansion. Both direct and indirect expenditure are capitalised only if they increase the value of the asset beyond its original standard of performance.

n. Leases

Leases where the lessor effectively retains substantially all the risks and benefits of ownership of the leased item, are classified as operating leases. Operating lease payments are recognized as an expense in the Statement of Profit and Loss on a straight-line basis over the lease term.

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 income. Lease management fees, legal charges and other initial direct costs are capitalised.

o. Investments

Long-term investments are carried at cost. However, provision for diminution in value is made to recognise a decline other than temporary in the value of the investments.

Current investments are carried at the lower of cost and fair value. Any reductions in the carrying amount and any reversals of such reductions are charged or credited to the Statement of Profit and Loss.

p. Derivative Instruments and Hedge Accounting

The Company uses derivative financial instruments such as interest rate swaps to hedge its exposure in interest rates relating to underlying transaction.

The Company has adopted the principles of Accounting Standard 30, Financial Instruments: Recognition and Measurement (AS 30) issued by ICAI except to the extent the adoption of AS 30 does not conflict with existing accounting standards prescribed by Companies (Accounting Standards) Rules, 2006 and other authoritative pronouncements.

In accordance with the recognition and measurement principles set out in AS 30, changes in fair value of derivative financial instruments designated as cash flow hedges are recognised directly in shareholders'' funds and reclassified into the profit and loss account upon the occurrence of the hedged transaction.

Changes in fair value relating to the ineffective portion of the hedges and derivatives that do not qualify for hedge accounting are recognised in the Statement of Profit and Loss.

The fair value of derivative financial instruments is determined based on observable market inputs including yield curves etc.

q. Cash Flow Statement

Cash flows are reported using the indirect method, whereby profit before tax is adjusted for the effects of transactions of a non-cash nature and any deferrals or accruals of past or future cash receipts or payments. The cash flows from regular revenue generating, financing and investing activities of the Company are segregated.

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Mar 31, 2011

1.1.1 Basis of Preparaton

The financial statements of the Company have been prepared and presented in accordance with the Generally Accepted Accountng Principles ("GAAP") under the historical cost conventon except in respect of revalued fixed assets on the accrual basis. GAAP comprises accountng standards notfed by the Central Government of India under Secton 211 (3C) of the Companies Act, 1956, other pronouncements of Insttute of Chartered Accountants of India and the provisions of Companies Act, 1956, to the extent applicable.

Accountng policies have been consistently applied except where a newly issued accountng standard is initally adopted or a revision to existng accountng standards requires a change in the accountng policy hitherto in use. Management evaluates all recently issued or revised accountng standards on an on-going basis.

1.2.2 Use of Estmates

The preparaton of the financial statements in conformity with generally accepted accountng principles requires management to make estmates and assumptons that afect the reported amounts of revenues and expenses during the reportng period, reported balances of assets and liabilites, and disclosure of contngent assets and liabilites as at the date of the financial statements. Actual results could difer from those estmates. Any revision to accountng estmates is recognized prospectvely in current and future periods.

1.2.3 Fixed Assets and depreciaton

Fixed assets are stated at cost or revalued amount less accumulated depreciaton and impairment losses, if any. Net increase in fixed assets on account of revaluaton is credited to the Revaluaton Reserve Account.

Cost comprises the purchase price and any atributable cost of bringing the asset to its working conditon for its intended use.

Depreciaton on fixed assets is provided using the straight-line method based on useful economic life as estmated by the management or at the rates prescribed under Schedule XIV of the Companies Act, 1956, whichever is higher.

Individual assets costng Rs 5,000/- or less are depreciated in full in the year of purchase.

The incremental depreciaton on account of enhancement in the value of major fixed assets on revaluaton is charged against Fixed Assets Revaluaton Reserve.

Assets acquired under Hire Purchase/Finance Lease agreements are capitalized and fnance charges thereon are expensed over the period of agreements.

Developmental costs relatng to Leasehold land is amortzed over the period of 33 years.

Intangibles

Intangible assets comprise of acquired goodwill, acquired technical know-how and internally generated intangibles relatng to development of methodologies, frameworks, and processes.

Acquired goodwill and technical know-how are stated at acquisiton cost. Internally generated intangible assets are stated at cost that can be measured reliably during the development phase and when it is probable that future economic Benefits that are atributable to the assets will flow to the Company.

Goodwill, technical know-how fees and process know how are amortzed using the straight-line method over a period of five years.

1.2.4 Rights issue

Consequent to the approval of the members in their meetng held on July 29, 2009, the Company ofered for subscripton 10,055,749 equity shares of Rs.10/- each at a premium of Rs 40/- per share aggregatng to Rs. 5027.87, to the existng shareholders on a rights basis, in the rato of 7 equity shares for every 13 fully paid up equity shares. The issue was fully subscribed and the allotment has been made during the year.

1.2.5 Inventory

Inventories are valued at the lower of cost and net realizable value. Cost of inventories comprises all cost of purchase, cost of conversion and other costs incurred in bringing the inventories to their present locaton and conditon. Cost includes all taxes and dutes, but excludes dutes and taxes that are subsequently recoverable from tax authorites.

1.2.6 Borrowing costs

Borrowing costs including amortzaton of ancillary borrowing cost that are directly atributable to the acquisiton or constructon of qualifying fixed assets which necessarily take a substantal period of tme to get ready for their intended use are capitalized as part of the cost of such assets. Other borrowing costs are recognized as expense in the period in which they are incurred.

1.2.7 Employee Benefits

Gratuity liability is a defned benefit obligaton and is provided for based on actuarial valuaton performed in accordance with the projected unit credit method, as at the balance sheet date and is funded with Life Insurance Corporaton of India (LIC).

Short term compensated absences / leave encashment are provided for based on the eligible leave at credit on the balance sheet date and the estmated cost is based on the terms of the employment contract. Long term compensated absences are provided for based on actuarial valuaton as at the balance sheet date using projected unit credit method.

Eligible employees of the Company relatng to Ennore unit receive Benefits from the provident fund, which is a defned benefit plan. Both the employee and the Company make monthly contributons to the provident fund plan equal to a specifed percentage of the covered employee's salary.

Contributons to Provident fund (other than relatng to Ennore Unit of the Company), Employee pension fund (other than relatng to Ennore Unit of the Company), Superannuaton fund and cost of other Benefits are charged to the Profit and Loss Account of the year when the contributons to the respectve funds are due. The Company has no further obligatons under the plan beyond its monthly contributons. Actuarial gains/losses are immediately taken to Profit and loss account and are not deferred.

1.2.8 Revenue recogniton

Revenue comprises sale of castngs and design and development of paterns and tools. Revenue is recognised to the extent it is probable that the economic Benefits will flow to the Company and that the revenue can be reliably measured and is expected to be received.

Revenue from the sale of castngs are recognized when all significant risks and rewards of ownership to the buyer, which generally coincides with dispatch of goods. The amount recognized as sale is exclusive of sales tax.

Income from design and development of paterns and tools and other incidental works is recognised in accordance with the percentage of completon method.

Revision in prices subsequent to sale is recognised when accepted by the customers.

Interest income on deposits and interest bearing securites is recognized on the tme proportonate method. Insurance claims are recognized when the amount thereof can be measured reliably and ultmate collecton is reasonably certain

1.2.9 Income Taxes

Tax expense comprises current and deferred tax. Current income tax is measured at the amount expected to be paid to the tax authorites in accordance with the Income Tax Act, 1961. Deferred income taxes refect the impact of current year tming diferences between taxable income and accountng income for the year and reversal of tming diferences of earlier years.

Deferred tax is measured based on the tax rates and the tax laws enacted or substantvely enacted at the balance sheet date. Deferred tax assets are recognised only to the extent that there is reasonable certainty that sufcient future taxable income will be available against which such deferred tax assets can be realized. Deferred tax assets are recognised on carry forward of unabsorbed depreciaton and tax losses only if there is virtual certainty supported by convincing evidence that such deferred tax assets can be realized against future taxable Profits. Unrecognized deferred tax assets of earlier years are re-assessed and recognised to the extent that it has become reasonably / virtually certain that future taxable income will be available against which such deferred tax assets can be realized.

MAT credit is recognised as an asset only when and to the extent there is convincing evidence that the company will pay normal income tax during the specifed period. In the year in which the Minimum Alternatve tax (MAT) credit becomes eligible to be recognized as an asset in accordance with the recommendatons contained in Guidance Note issued by the Insttute of Chartered Accountants of India, the said asset is created by way of a credit to the Profit and loss account and shown as MAT Credit Enttlement. The Company reviews the same at each balance sheet date and writes down the carrying amount of MAT Credit Enttlement to the extent there is no longer convincing evidence to the efect that Company will pay normal Income Tax during the specifed period.

1.2.10 Foreign Currency transactons

Foreign currency transactons are recorded at the exchange rates prevailing on the date of the transactons or rates that approximates the exchange rate prevailing at the date of transactons. Monetary assets and liabilites denominated in foreign currencies as at the balance sheet date are translated at the closing exchange rates on that date. Exchange diferences arising on foreign exchange transactons during the year and on restatement of monetary assets and liabilites are recognized in the Profit and loss account of the year.

Pursuant to the notfcaton G.S.R. 225(E) of the Ministry of Corporate Afairs issued on March 31, 2009, the Company has exercised the irrevocable opton granted under the said notfcaton. Accordingly, exchange fuctuatons on all long term monetary items so far as they relate to the acquisiton of a depreciable capital asset, are added to or deducted from the cost of the asset and is depreciated over the balance life of such assets. All other exchange fuctuatons on long term monetary items are accumulated in 'foreign currency monetary item translaton diference account' in the Company's financial statements and amortzed over the balance period of such long term asset/liability but not beyond March 31, 2011 (or such other extended period as may be permited by law)

1.2.10 Earnings per Share

Basic earnings per share are calculated by dividing the net Profit or loss for the year atributable to equity shareholders (afer deductng preference dividends and atributable taxes) by the weighted average number of equity shares outstanding during the year. As at the reportng date, the Company has not issued any potental equity shares, and accordingly, the basic earnings per share and diluted earnings per share are the same.

1.2.11 Provisions

A provision is recognised when an enterprise has a present obligaton as a result of past event; it is probable that an outlow of resources will be required to setle the obligaton, in respect of which a reliable estmate can be made. Provisions are not discounted to its present value and are determined based on best estmate required to setle the obligaton at the balance sheet date. These are reviewed at each balance sheet date and adjusted to refect the current best estmates.

1.2.12 Impairment

The carrying amounts of assets are reviewed at each balance sheet date if there is any indicaton of impairment based on internal/external factors. An impairment loss is recognized wherever the carrying amount of an asset exceeds its recoverable amount. The recoverable amount is the greater of the assets net selling price and value in use. In assessing value in use, the estmated future cash flows are discounted to their present value at the weighted average cost of capital.

1.2.13 Expenditure on new projects and substantal expansion

Expenditure directly relatng to constructon actvity is capitalised. Indirect expenditure incurred during constructon period is capitalised as part of the indirect constructon cost to the extent to which the expenditure is indirectly related to constructon or is incidental thereto. Other indirect expenditure (including borrowing costs) incurred during the constructon period which is neither related to the constructon actvity nor is incidental thereto charged to the Profit and Loss Account. Income earned during constructon period is deducted from the total of the indirect expenditure.

All direct capital expenditure on expansion are capitalised. As regards indirect expenditure on expansion, only that porton is capitalised which represents the marginal increase in such expenditure involved as a result of capital expansion. Both direct and indirect expenditure are capitalised only if they increase the value of the asset beyond its original standard of performance.

1.2.14 Leases

Leases where the lessor efectvely retains substantally all the risks and Benefits of ownership of the leased item, are classifed as operatng leases. Operatng lease payments are recognized as an expense in the Profit and Loss account on a straight-line basis over the lease term.

Finance leases, which efectvely transfer to the Company substantally 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 incepton of the lease term and disclosed as leased assets. Lease payments are apportoned between the fnance charges and reducton of the lease liability based on the implicit rate of return. Finance charges are charged directly against income. Lease management fees, legal charges and other inital direct costs are capitalised.

1.2.15 Investments

Long-term investments are carried at cost. However, provision for diminuton in value is made to recognise a decline other than temporary in the value of the investments.

1.2.16 Cash flow statement

Cash flows are reported using the indirect method, whereby Profit before tax is adjusted for the efects of transactons of a non–cash nature and any deferrals or accruals of past or future cash receipts or payments. The cash flows from regular revenue generatng, fnancing and investng actvites of the Company are segregated.

2.0 Claim for refund of electricity tax on maximum demand charges amountng to Rs.407.18 lakhs represents electricity tax paid for the period September 1991 to November 2009 recoverable from Tamil Nadu Electricity Board (TNEB). The amount has been accounted based on a Supreme Court decision delivered in May 2007 and legal opinions obtained by the Company.

2.1 Insurance claim on loss of Profit amountng to Rs. 400.95 lakhs represents losses incurred by the Company at Sriperumbuddur unit and Ennore unit. The amount has been accounted on the basis of estmates by the surveyor.

2.2 Tax deducted at source from conversion charges is Rs Nil Lakh (Previous year Rs.0.34 Lakhs) and from interest income earned is Rs 7.47 Lakhs (Previous Year Rs. 12.18.Lakhs).

2.3 The management has identfed enterprises which have provided goods and services to the Company and which qualify under the defniton of micro and small enterprises, as defned under Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises Development Act, 2006.

Accordingly, the disclosure in respect of the amounts payable to such enterprises as at 31st March 2011 has been made in the financial statements based on informaton received and available with the Company and relied upon by auditors. Further in the view of the management, the impact of interest, if any, that may be payable in accordance with the provisions of the Act is not expected to be material.

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Mar 31, 2010

1.1.1 Basis of Preparation

The financial statements have been prepared to comply in all material respects with the Notified accounting standard issued by Companies (Accounting Standards) Rules, 2006, as amended, and the relevant provisions of the Companies Act, 1956. The financial statements have been prepared under the historical cost convention on accrual basis except in case of assets which are revalued. The accounting policies have been consistently applied by the Company and are consistent with those used in the previous year.

1.1.2 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, disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the financial statements and the reported amounts of revenues and expenses during the period reported. Actual results could differ from these estimates.

Management periodically assesses using external and internal sources whether there is an indication that an asset may be impaired. Impairment occurs where the carrying value exceeds the present value of future cash flows expected to arise from the continuing use of the asset and its eventual disposal. The impairment loss to be expensed is determined as the excess of the carrying amount over the higher of the assets net sales price or present value as determined above. Contingencies are recorded when it is probable that a liability will be incurred and the amount can be reasonably estimated. Actual results could differ from those estimates.

1.1.3 Fixed Assets and depreciation

Fixed assets are stated at cost or revalued amount less accumulated depreciation and impairment losses, if any. Net increase in fixed assets on account of revaluation is credited to the Revaluation Reserve account.

Cost comprises the purchase price and any attributable cost of bringing the asset to its working condition for its intended use.

Depreciation on fixed assets is provided using the straight-line method based on useful economic life as estimated by the management or at the rates prescribed under Schedule XIV of the Companies Act, 1956.

Individual assets costing Rs 5,000 or less are depreciated in full in the year of purchase. After impairment if any, depreciation is provided on the revised carrying amount of the assets over its remaining useful life.

The incremental depreciation on account of enhancement in the value of major fixed assets on revaluation is charged against Fixed Assets Revaluation Reserve.

Assets acquired under Hire Purchase/Finance Lease agreements are capitalized and finance charges thereon are expensed over the period of agreements.

Developmental costs relating to Leasehold land is amortized over the period of 20 years.

Intangibles

Goodwill and technical know-how fees are amortized using the straight-line method over a period of five years.

1.1.4 Inventory

Raw materials, stores and spares are valued at lower of cost and net realizable value. Work-in- progress and finished goods are valued at lower of cost and net realizable value. Cost includes material, labour and appropriate allocated overheads based on normal operating capacity. Cost of finished goods includes excise duty. Cost is determined on weighted average basis.

Net realizable value is the estimated selling price in the ordinary course of business, less estimated costs of completion and to make the sale.

1.1.5 Borrowing costs

Borrowing costs that are directly attributable to the cost of acquisition, construction, or production of a qualifying asset is capitalized as part of that asset, other borrowing costs are recognized as expense in the period in which they are incurred.

1.1.6 Employee benefits

Gratuity liability is a defined benefit obligation and is provided for based on actuarial valuation performed in accordance with the projected unit credit method, as at the balance sheet date and is funded with LIC.

Short term compensated absences / leave encashment are provided for based on the eligible leave at credit on the balance sheet date and the estimated cost is based on the terms of the employment contract. Long term compensated absences are provided for based on actuarial valuation as at the balance sheet date using projected unit credit method.

Contributions to Provident fund, Employee pension fund, Superannuation fund and cost of other benefits are charged to the Profit and Loss Account of the year when the contributions to the respective funds are due. The Company has no further obligations under the plan beyond its monthly contributions.

Actuarial gains/losses are immediately taken to profit and loss account and are not deferred.

1.1.7 Revenue recognition

Revenue including income on miscellaneous order jobs is recognised when the significant risks and rewards of ownership of goods have been passed to the buyer, which generally coincide with the dispatch of goods. Revenue comprises amounts invoiced for goods sold including excise duty but net of sales returns. Revenues are reported exclusive of sales tax and Value Added Tax (VAT).

Revision in prices subsequent to sale is recognised when accepted by the customers.

Sales returns are accounted on receipt of rejected materials in Companys premise.

Interest

Interest income is recognized on a time proportion basis taking into account the amount outstanding and the rate applicable.

Insurance Claims

Insurance claims are recognised when the amount thereof can be measured reliably and ultimate collection is reasonably certain.

1.1.8 Voluntary Retirement Scheme

The compensation paid towards Voluntary Retirement Scheme (VRS) is amortized such that no amounts are carried forward beyond March 31, 2010.

1.1.9 Income Taxes

Tax expense comprises current and deferred tax. Current income tax is measured at the amount expected to be paid to the tax authorities in accordance with the Income Tax Act, 1961. Deferred income taxes reflect the impact of current year timing differences between taxable income and accounting income for the year and reversal of timing differences of earlier years.

Deferred tax is measured based on the tax rates and the tax laws enacted or substantively enacted at the balance sheet date. Deferred tax assets are recognised only to the extent that there is reasonable certainty that sufficient future taxable income will be available against which such deferred tax assets can be realized. Deferred tax assets are recognised on carry forward of unabsorbed depreciation and tax losses only if there is virtual certainty supported by convincing evidence that such deferred tax assets can be realized against future taxable profits. Unrecognized deferred tax assets of earlier years are re-assessed and recognised to the extent that it has become reasonably / virtually certain that future taxable income will be available against which such deferred tax assets can be realized.

Minimum Alternative Tax (MAT) credit is recognised as an asset only when and to the extent there is convincing evidence that the company will pay normal income tax during the specified period. In the year in which the MAT credit becomes eligible to be recognized as an asset in accordance with the recommendations contained in Guidance Note issued by the Institute of

Chartered Accountants of India, the said asset is created by way of a credit to the profit and loss account and shown as MAT Credit Entitlement. The Company reviews the same at each balance sheet date and writes down the carrying amount of MAT Credit Entitlement to the extent there is no longer convincing evidence to the effect that Company will pay normal Income Tax during the specified period.

1.1.10 Foreign Currency transactions

(i) Initial Recognition

Foreign currency transactions are recorded in the reporting currency, by applying to the foreign currency amount the exchange rate between the reporting currency and the foreign currency at the date of the transaction.

(ii) Conversion

Foreign currency monetary items are reported using the closing rate. Non-monetary items which are carried in terms of historical cost denominated in a foreign currency are reported using the exchange rate at the date of the transaction; and non-monetary items which are carried at fair value or other similar valuation denominated in a foreign currency are reported using the exchange rates that existed when the values were determined.

(iii) Exchange Differences

Exchange differences, in respect of accounting periods commencing on or after 7th December, 2006, arising on reporting of long-term foreign currency monetary items at rates different from those at which they were initially recorded during the period, or reported in previous financial statements, in so far as they relate to the acquisition of a depreciable capital asset, are added to or deducted from the cost of the asset and are depreciated over the balance life of the asset, and in other cases, are accumulated in a "Foreign Currency Monetary Item Translation Difference Account" in the enterprises financial statements and amortized over the balance period of such long-term asset/liability but not beyond accounting period ending on or before 31st March, 2011.

Exchange differences arising on the settlement of monetary items not covered above, or on reporting such monetary items of company at rates different from those at which they were initially recorded during the year, or reported in previous financial statements, are recognized as income or as expenses in the year in which they arise.

1.1.11 Earnings per Share

Basic earnings per share are calculated by dividing the net profit or loss for the year attributable to equity shareholders (after deducting preference dividends and attributable taxes) by the weighted average number of equity shares outstanding during the year.

As at the reporting date, the Company has not issued any potential equity shares, and accordingly, the basic earnings per share and diluted earnings per share are the same.

1.1.12 Provisions

A provision is recognised when an enterprise has a present obligation as a result of past event; it is probable that an outflow of resources will be required to settle the obligation, in respect of which a reliable estimate can be made. Provisions are not discounted to its present value and are determined based on best estimate required to settle the obligation at the balance sheet date. These are reviewed at each balance sheet date and adjusted to reflect the current best estimates.

1.1.13 Impairment

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 recognized wherever the carrying amount of an asset exceeds its recoverable amount. The recoverable amount is the greater of the assets net selling price and value in use. In assessing value in use, the estimated future cash flows are discounted to their present value at the weighted average cost of capital.

1.1.14 Expenditure on new projects and substantial expansion

Expenditure directly relating to construction activity is capitalised. Indirect expenditure incurred during construction period is capitalised as part of the indirect construction cost to the extent to which the expenditure is indirectly related to construction or is incidental thereto. Other indirect expenditure (including borrowing costs) incurred during the construction period which is neither related to the construction activity nor incidental thereto is charged to the Profit and Loss Account. Income earned during construction period is deducted from the total of the indirect expenditure.

All direct capital expenditure on expansion are capitalised. As regards indirect expenditure on expansion, only that portion is capitalised which represents the marginal increase in such expenditure involved as a result of capital expansion. Both direct and indirect expenditure are capitalised only if they increase the value of the asset beyond its original standard of performance.

1.1.15 Leases

Leases where the lessor effectively retains substantially all the risks and benefits of ownership of the leased item, 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.

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 income. Lease management fees, legal charges and other initial direct costs are capitalised.

1.1.16 Investments

Long-term investments are carried at cost. However, provision for diminution in value is made to recognise a decline other than temporary in the value of the investments.

1.2 Claim for refund of electricity tax on maximum demand charges amounting to Rs.407.18 lakhs represents electricity tax paid for the period September 1991 to November 2009 recoverable from Tamil Nadu Electricity Board (TNEB). The amount has been accounted based on a Supreme Court decision delivered in May 2007 and legal opinions obtained by the Company.

1.3 Tax deducted at source from conversion charges is Rs 0.34 Lakh (Previous year Rs.7.57 Lakhs) and interest income earned is Rs 12.18 Lakhs (Previous Year Rs. 10.38.Lakhs).

1.4 There are no amounts payable to Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises as defined under the Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises Development Act, 2006 based on information available with the Company. Further, the Company has not paid any interest to any Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises during the current year. This information has been determined to the extent such parties have been identified on the basis of information available with the Company and relied upon by the Auditors.

e) The Tamil Nadu Government has issued notification levying additional charge on High Tension Industries, having Arc furnaces at 25% of the power consumption effective 1st December 2001 till 15th March 2003. Pursuant to this notification all companies which have an arc furnace will have to pay additional surcharge on their power consumption when these furnaces emit effluents exceeding certain thresholds. Though the Company has not received any demand in this regard, the notification has been challenged by the Company before the High Court of Madras. The High Court has granted interim stay.

Subsequently, TNERC passed an order imposing 15 %Arc furnace additional charge effective March 16, 2003. The Company also filed an affidavit stating that it had installed in 1999, harmonic filters to contain the harmonic levels. The Honble Madras High Court after hearing the case on October 8, 2003, directed TNEB to verify the installation of harmonic filters by the Company and report back the status. Though the verification is done, TNEB has not filed the report in the High Court and the case is yet to come up for further hearing. The Management believes that the final impact is not ascertainable pending the receipt of report from TNEB.

In the opinion of the management, no provision is considered necessary forthe disputes mentioned above on the grounds that there are reasonable chances of successful outcome of appeals.