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Mar 31, 2015

1. a) Basis of Financial Statements:

The financial statements have been prepared to comply in all material respects with the notified Accounting Standards by Companies (Accounting Standards) Rules, 2006 (as amended) and the relevant provisions of the Companies Act, 2013. The financial statements have been prepared in accordance with the generally accepted Accounting Principles in India under the historical cost convention and on accrual basis, except in case of assets for which provision for impairment is made and revaluation is carried out. The accounting policies are consistent with those used in the previous year.

b) Change in accounting policy: Presentation and disclosure of financial statements:

During the year ended 31st March, 2015, the relevant provisions of the Companies Act 2013, has become applicable to the company, for preparation and presentation of its financial statements. The adoption of revised Schedule does not impact recognition and measurement principles followed for preparation of financial statements. However, it has significant impact on presentation and disclosures made in the financial statements. The company has also reclassified the previous year figures in accordance with the requirements applicable in the current year.

c) Use of estimates

The preparation of financial statements in conformity with generally accepted accounting principles requires management to make certain estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities and disclosure of contingent liabilities at the date of the financial statements and the results of operations 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.

2. a) Fixed Assets

i) Fixed assets are stated at cost Net of CENVAT wherever applicable, less accumulated depreciation, amortization and impairment losses, if any. Cost comprises the purchase price and other attributable costs to bring the asset to its working condition for its intended use.

ii) Direct overhead expenditure incurred on projects under implementation is treated as unallocated capital expenditure pending allocation to the assets and are included under Capital work-in-progress.

iii) Borrowing costs relating to acquisition of fixed assets which take substantial period of time to get ready for its intended use are also included to the extent they relate to the period till such assets are ready to be put to use.

b) Depreciation

i) Depreciation on the Fixed Assets of the Company is provided on the basis of the useful lives of the fixed assets on straight line method in accordance with Schedule II of the Companies Act, 2013.

ii) Fixed Assets costing rupees five thousand or less are fully depreciated in the year of acquisition.

3. Investments

Investments that are readily realizable and intended to be held for not more than a year are classified as current investments. All other investments are classified as Non Current Investments. Current investments are carried at lower of cost and fair value determined on an individual investment basis. Long-term investments are carried at cost. However, provision for diminution in value of each long term investment is made to recognize a decline other than temporary in nature.

4. Inventories

a). Raw materials are valued at cost on FIFO Basis, Stores and Spares are valued at cost on weighted Average Basis.

b). Finished Goods are valued at lower of cost of production or realizable Value and Work in Process is valued at cost of Production. The cost of production includes value of material, stores, direct and indirect expenses.

5. Revenue Recognition

Revenue is recognized to the extent that it is probable that the economic benefits will flow to the Company and the revenue can be reliably measured. Specifically the following basis is adopted:

a). Sale of Goods:

Revenue is recognized when the significant risks and rewards of ownership of goods have passed to the buyer, which generally coincides with delivery. Sales are inclusive of excise duty and value added tax/sales tax and is net of sales returns and discounts. Revenue from export sales is recognized on the date of bill of lading.

b). Interest :

Revenue is recognized on a time proportion basis taking into account the amount outstanding and the rate applicable. c). Export Benefits:

Export Entitlements in the form of Duty Drawback and Focus Point Schemes on accrual basis. d). Other Sundry incomes Insurance claims are accounted for on realization.

6. Foreign Exchange Transactions:

a) Transactions denominated in foreign currencies are recorded at the exchange rate prevailing on the date of transaction.

b) Monetary Items denominated in Foreign Currency not covered by Forward Contracts and remaining unsettled at the end of the year are translated at year end rates.

c) Monetary Items denominated in Foreign Currency covered by Forward Cover are recorded at the Forward Cover contract rate.

7. Employee Benefits :

a) Defined Contribution Plans

Contributions paid/payable to defined contribution plan comprises provident fund and is charged on accrual basis to the Profit and Loss Account Each Year.

b) Defined Benefit Plans

Gratuity for employees is covered under a scheme of Life Insurance Corporation of India and contributions in respect of such scheme are recognized in the Statement of Profit and Loss. The liability as at the Balance Sheet date is provided for based on the actuarial valuation in accordance with the requirements of revised Accounting Standard (revised 2005) on " Employees Benefits" notified under Section 211 (3C) of the Act ( 'revised AS 15') as at the end of the year.

c) Other Long term employee benefits

Other Long term employee benefits comprise of leave encashment which is provided as and when it occurred.

8. Borrowing Costs :

Borrowing costs that are directly attributable to the acquisition, construction or production of Fixed Assets, which take substantial period of time to get ready for their intended use, are capitalized. Other Borrowing costs are recognized as an expense in the year in which they are incurred.

9. Contingent Liabilities :

A contingent liability is a possible obligation that arises from past events whose existence will be confirmed by the occurrence or non-occurrence of one or more uncertain future events beyond the control of the company or a present obligation that is not recognized because it is not probable that an outflow of resources will be required to settle the obligation. A contingent liability also arises in extremely rare cases where there is a liability that cannot be recognized because it cannot be measured reliably. The company does not recognize a contingent liability but discloses its existence in the financial statements.

10. Provision for Current and Deferred Tax :

Provision for current tax is made after taking into consideration benefits admissible under the provisions of the Income-tax Act, 1961. Deferred tax resulting from "timing difference" between book and taxable profit is accounted by using the tax rates and laws that are enacted or substantially enacted as on the balance sheet date. The deferred tax asset is recognized and carried forward only to the extent that there is a reasonable certainty that the asset will be realized in future.

11. Earnings Per Share

The earnings considered in ascertaining the Company's Earnings Per Share (EPS) comprise of the net profit after tax less dividend (including dividend distribution tax) on preference shares. The number of shares used for computing the basic EPS is the weighted average number of shares outstanding during the year.

12. Impairment :

a). 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 asset's 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. After impairment, depreciation is provided on the revised carrying amount of the asset over its remaining useful life.

b). Reversal of impairment losses recognized in prior years is recorded when there is an indication that the impairment losses recognized for the asset are no longer exist or have decreased.


Mar 31, 2014

1 . a) Basis of Financial Statements:

The financial statements have been prepared to comply in all material respects with the notified Accounting Standards by Companies (Accounting Standards) Rules, 2006 (as amended) and the relevant provisions of the Companies Act, 1956. The financial statements have been prepared in accordance with the generally accepted Accounting Principles in India under the historical cost convention and on accrual basis, except in case of assets for which provision for impairment is made and revaluation is carried out. The accounting policies are consistent with those used in the previous year.

b) Change in accounting policy: Presentation and disclosure of financial statements:

During the year ended 31st March, 2014, the revised Schedule VI notified under the Companies Act 1956, has become applicable to the company, for preparation and presentation of its financial statements. The adoption of revised Schedule VI does not impact recognition and measurement principles followed for preparation of financial statements. However, it has significant impact on presentation and disclosures made in the financial statements. The company has also reclassified the previous year figures in accordance with the requirements applicable in the current year.

c ) Use of estimates

The preparation of financial statements in conformity with generally accepted accounting principles requires management to make certain estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities and disclosure of contingent liabilities at the date of the financial statements and the results of operations 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.

2. a) Fixed Assets

i) Fixed assets are stated at cost Net of CENVAT wherever applicable, less accumulated depreciation, amortisation and impairment losses, if any. Cost comprises the purchase price and other attributable costs to bring the asset to its working condition for its intended use.

ii) Direct overhead expenditure incurred on projects under implementation is treated as unallocated capital expenditure pending allocation to the assets and are included under Capital work-in-progress.

iii) Borrowing costs relating to acquisition of fixed assets which take substantial period of time to get ready for its intended use are also included to the extent they relate to the period till such assets are ready to be put to use.

b) Depreciation

i) Depreciation on the Fixed Assets of the Company is provided on straight line method at the rates and in the manner specified in Schedule XIV of the Companies Act, 1956.

ii) Fixed Assets costing rupees five thousand or less are fully depreciated in the year of acquisition.

3. Investments

Investments that are readily realisable and intended to be held for not more than a year are classified as current investments. All other investments are classified as Non Current Investments. Current investments are carried at lower of cost and fair value determined on an individual investment basis. Long-term investments are carried at cost. However, provision for diminution in value of each long term investment is made to recognise a decline other than temporary in nature.

4. Inventories

a) Raw materials are valued at cost on FIFO Basis, Stores and Spares are valued at cost on weighted Average Basis.

b) Finished Goods are valued at lower of cost of production or realisable Value and Work in Process is valued at cost of Production. The cost of production includes value of material, stores, direct and indirect expenses.

5. Revenue Recognition

Revenue is recognised to the extent that it is probable that the economic benefits will flow to the Company and the revenue can be reliably measured. Specifically the following basis is adopted:

a) Sale of Goods:

Revenue is recognised when the significant risks and rewards of ownership of goods have passed to the buyer, which generally coincides with delivery. Sales are inclusive of excise duty and value added tax/sales tax and is net of sales returns and discounts. Revenue from export sales is recognised on the date of bill of lading.

b) Interest :

Revenue is recognised on a time proportion basis taking into account the amount outstanding and the rate applicable.

c) Export Benefits:

Export Entitlements in the form of Duty Drawback and Duty Entitlement Pass Book (DEPB) / Focus Point Schemes on accrual basis.

d) Other Sundry incomes

Insurance claims are accounted for on realisation.

6. Foreign Exchange Transactions:

a) Transactions denominated in foreign currencies are recorded at the exchange rate prevailing on the date of transaction.

b) Monetary Items denominated in Foreign Currency not covered by Forward Contracts and remaining unsettled at the end of the year are translated at year end rates.

c) Monetary Items denominated in Foreign Currency covered by Forward Cover are recorded at the Forward Cover contract rate.

7. Employee Benefits :

a) Defined Contribution Plans

Contributions paid/payable to defined contribution plan comprises provident fund and is charged on accural basis to the Profit and Loss Account Each Year.

b) Defined Benefit Plans

Gratuity for employees is covered under a scheme of Life Insurance Corporation of India and contributions in respect of such scheme are recognised in the Statement of Profit and Loss. The liability as at the Balance Sheet date is provided for based on the actuarial valuation in accordance with the requirements of revised Accounting Standard (revised 2005) on " Employees Benefits" notified under Section 211 (3C) of the Act ( ''revised AS 15'') as at the end of the year.

c) Other Long term employee benefits

Other Long term employee benefits comprise of leave encashment which is provided for based on the actuarial valuation carried out in accordance with revised AS15 at the end of the year

8. Borrowing Costs :

Borrowing costs that are directly attributable to the acquisition, construction or production of Fixed Assets, which take substantial period of time to get ready for their intended use, are capitalised. Other Borrowing costs are recognised as an expense in the year in which they are incurred.

9. Contingent Liabilities :

A contingent liability is a possible obligation that arises from past events whose existence will be confirmed by the occurrence or non-occurrence of one or more uncertain future events beyond the control of the company or a present obligation that is not recognized because it is not probable that an outflow of resources will be required to settle the obligation. A contingent liability also arises in extremely rare cases where there is a liability that cannot be recognized because it cannot be measured reliably. The company does not recognize a contingent liability but discloses its existence in the financial statements.

10. Provision for Current and Deferred Tax :

Provision for current tax is made after taking into consideration benefits admissible under the provisions of the Income-tax Act, 1961. Deferred tax resulting from "timing difference" between book and taxable profit is accounted by using the tax rates and laws that are enacted or substantially enacted as on the balanace sheet date. The deferred tax asset is recognised and carried forward only to the extent that there is a reasonable certainty that the asset will be realised in future.

11. Earnings Per Share

The earnings considered in ascertaining the Company''s Earning Per Share (EPS) comprise of the net profit after tax less dividend ( including dividend distribution tax) on preference shares. The number of shares used for computing the basic EPS is the weighted average number of shares outstanding during the year.

12. Impairment :

a). 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 asset''s 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. After impairment, depreciation is provided on the revised carrying amount of the asset over its remaining useful life.

b). Reversal of impairment losses recognised in prior years is recorded when there is an indication that the impairment losses recognised for the asset are no longer exist or have decreased.


Mar 31, 2013

1. a) Basis of Financial Statements:

The financial statements have been prepared to comply in all material respects with the notified Accounting Standards by Companies (Accounting Standards) Rules, 2006 (as amended) and the relevant provisions of the Companies Act, 1956. The financial statements have been prepared in accordance with the generally accepted Accounting Principles in India under the historical cost convention and on accrual basis, except in case of assets for which provision for impairment is made and revaluation is carried out. The accounting policies are consistent with those used in the previous year.

b) Change in accounting policy: Presentation and disclosure of financial statements:

During the year ended 31st March, 2013, the revised Schedule VI notified under the Companies Act 1956, has become applicable to the company, for preparation and presentation of its financial statements. The adoption of revised Schedule VI does not impact recognition and measurement principles followed for preparation of financial statements. However, it has significant impact on presentation and disclosures made in the financial statements. The company has also reclassified the previous year figures in accordance with the requirements applicable in the current year.

c) Use of estimates

The preparation of financial statements in conformity with generally accepted accounting principles requires management to make certain estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities and disclosure of contingent liabilities at the date of the financial statements and the results of operations 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.

2. a) Fixed Assets

i) Fixed assets are stated at cost Net of CENVAT wherever applicable, less accumulated depreciation, amortisation and impairment losses, if any. Cost comprises the purchase price and other attributable costs to bring the asset to its working condition for its intended use.

ii) Direct overhead expenditure incurred on projects under implementation is treated as unallocated capital expenditure pending allocation to the assets and are included under Capital work-in-progress.

iii) Borrowing costs relating to acquisition of fixed assets which take substantial period of time to get ready for its intended use are also included to the extent they relate to the period till such assets are ready to be put to use.

b) Depreciation

i) Depreciation on the Fixed Assets of the Company is provided on straight line method at the rates and in the manner specified in Schedule XIV of the Companies Act, 1956.

ii) Fixed Assets costing rupees five thousand or less are fully depreciated in the year of acquisition.

3. Investments

Investments that are readily realisable and intended to be held for not more than a year are classified as current investments. All other investments are classified as Non Current Investments. Current investments are carried at lower of cost and fair value determined on an individual investment basis. Long-term investments are carried at cost. However, provision for diminution in value of each long term investment is made to recognise a decline other than temporary in nature.

4. Inventories

a). Raw materials are valued at cost on FIFO Basis, Stores and Spares are valued at cost on weighted Average Basis.

b). Finished Goods are valued at lower of cost of production or realisable Value and Work in Process is valued at cost of Production. The cost of production includes value of material, stores, direct and indirect expenses.

5. Revenue Recognition

Revenue is recognised to the extent that it is probable that the economic benefits will flow to the Company and the revenue can be reliably measured. Specifically the following basis is adopted:

a). Sale of Goods:

Revenue is recognised when the significant risks and rewards of ownership of goods have passed to the buyer, which generally coincides with delivery. Sales are inclusive of excise duty and value added tax/sales tax and is net of sales returns and discounts. Revenue from export sales is recognised on the date of bill of lading.

b). Interest :

Revenue is recognised on a time proportion basis taking into account the amount outstanding and the rate applicable.

c). Export Benefits:

Export Entitlements in the form of Duty Drawback and Duty Entitlement Pass Book (DEPB) / Focus Point Schemes on accrual basis.

d). Other Sundry incomes

Insurance claims are accounted for on realisation.

6. Foreign Exchange Transactions:

a) Transactions denominated in foreign currencies are recorded at the exchange rate prevailing on the date of transaction.

b) Monetary Items denominated in Foreign Currency not covered by Forward Contracts and remaining unsettled at the end of the year are translated at year end rates.

c) Monetary Items denominated in Foreign Currency covered by Forward Cover are recorded at the Forward Cover contract rate.

7. Employee Benefits :

a) Defined Contribution Plans

Contributions paid/payable to defined contribution plan comprises provident fund and is charged on accural basis to the Profit and Loss Account Each Year.

b) Defined Benefit Plans

Gratuity for employees is covered under a scheme of Life Insurance Corporation of India and contributions in respect of such scheme are recognised in the Statement of Profit and Loss. The liability as at the Balance Sheet date is provided for based on the actuarial valuation in accordance with the requirements of revised Accounting Standard (revised 2005) on " Employees Benefits" notified under Section 211 (3C) of the Act ( ''revised AS 15'') as at the end of the year.

c) Other Long term employee benefits

Other Long term employee benefits comprise of leave encashment which is provided for based on the actuarial valuation carried out in accordance with revised AS15 at the end of the year

8. Borrowing Costs :

Borrowing costs that are directly attributable to the acquisition, construction or production of Fixed Assets, which take substantial period of time to get ready for their intended use, are capitalised. Other Borrowing costs are recognised as an expense in the year in which they are incurred.

9. Contingent Liabilities :

A contingent liability is a possible obligation that arises from past events whose existence will be confirmed by the occurrence or non-occurrence of one or more uncertain future events beyond the control of the company or a present obligation that is not recognized because it is not probable that an outflow of resources will be required to settle the obligation. A contingent liability also arises in extremely rare cases where there is a liability that cannot be recognized because it cannot be measured reliably. The company does not recognize a contingent liability but discloses its existence in the financial statements.

10. Provision for Current and Deferred Tax :

Provision for current tax is made after taking into consideration benefits admissible under the provisions of the Income-tax Act, 1961. Deferred tax resulting from "timing difference" between book and taxable profit is accounted by using the tax rates and laws that are enacted or substantially enacted as on the balanace sheet date. The deferred tax asset is recognised and carried forward only to the extent that there is a reasonable certainty that the asset will be realised in future.

11. Earnings Per Share

The earnings considered in ascertaining the Company''s Earning Per Share (EPS) comprise of the net profit after tax less dividend (including dividend distribution tax) on preference shares. The number of shares used for computing the basic EPS is the weighted average number of shares outstanding during the year.

12. Impairment :

a). 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 asset''s 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. After impairment, depreciation is provided on the revised carrying amount of the asset over its remaining useful life.

b). Reversal of impairment losses recognised in prior years is recorded when there is an indication that the impairment losses recognised for the asset are no longer exist or have decreased.


Mar 31, 2012

1. a) Basis of Financial Statements:

The financial statements have been prepared to comply in all material respects with the notified Accounting Standards by Companies (Accounting Standards) Rules, 2006 (as amended) and the relevant provisions of the Companies Act, 1956. The financial statements have been prepared in accordance with the generally accepted Accounting Principles in India under the historical cost convention and on accrual basis, except in case of assets for which provision for impairment is made and revaluation is carried out. The accounting policies are consistent with those used in the previous year.

b) Change in accounting policy: Presentation and disclosure of financial statements:

During the year ended March 31, 2012, the revised Schedule VI notified under the Companies Act, 1956, has become applicable to the Company, for preparation and presentation of its financial statements. The adoption of revised Schedule VI does not impact recognition and measurement principles followed for preparation of financial statements. However, it has significant impact on presentation and disclosures made in the financial statements. The Company has also reclassified the previous year's figures in accordance with the requirements applicable in the year under review.

c) Use of estimates

The preparation of financial statements in conformity with generally accepted accounting principles requires management to make certain estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities and disclosure of contingent liabilities at the date of the financial statements and the results of operations 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.

2. a) Fixed Assets

i) Fixed assets are stated at cost Net of CENVAT wherever applicable, less accumulated depreciation, amortisation and impairment losses, if any. Cost comprises the purchase price and other attributable costs to bring the asset to its working condition for its intended use.

ii) Direct overhead expenditure incurred on projects under implementation is treated as unallocated capital expenditure pending allocation to the assets and are included under Capital work-in-progress.

iii) Borrowing costs relating to acquisition of fixed assets which take substantial period of time to get ready for its intended use are also included to the extent they relate to the period till such assets are ready to be put to use.

b) Depreciation

i) Depreciation on the Fixed Assets of the Company is provided on straight line method at the rates and in the manner specified in Schedule XIV of the Companies Act, 1956.

ii) Fixed Assets costing rupees five thousand or less are fully depreciated in the year of acquisition.

3. Investments

Investments that are readily realisable and intended to be held for not more than a year are classified as current investments. All other investments are classified as Non Current Investments. Current investments are carried at lower of cost and fair value determined on an individual investment basis. Long-term investments are carried at cost. However, provision for diminution in value of each long term investment is made to recognise a decline other than temporary in nature.

4. Inventories

a) Raw materials are valued at cost on FIFO Basis, Stores and Spares are valued at cost on Weighted Average Basis.

b) Finished Goods are valued at lower of cost of production or realisable Value and Work in Process is valued at cost of Production. The cost of production includes value of material, stores, direct and indirect expenses.

5. Revenue Recognition

Revenue is recognised to the extent that it is probable that the economic benefits will flow to the Company and the revenue can be reliably measured. Specifically the following basis is adopted:

a) Sale of Goods:

Revenue is recognised when the significant risks and rewards of ownership of goods have passed to the buyer, which generally coincides with delivery. Sales are inclusive of excise duty and value added tax/sales tax and is net of sales returns and discounts. Revenue from export sales is recognised on the date of bill of lading.

b) Interest :

Revenue is recognised on a time proportion basis taking into account the amount outstanding and the rate applicable.

c) Export Benefits:

Export Entitlements in the form of Duty Drawback and Duty Entitlement Pass Book (DEPB) Schemes on accrual basis.

d) Other sundry incomes:

Insurance claims are accounted for on realisation.

6. Foreign Exchange Transactions:

a) Transactions denominated in foreign currencies are recorded at the exchange rate prevailing on the date of transaction.

b) Monetary Items denominated in Foreign Currency not covered by Forward Contracts and remaining unsettled at the end of the year are translated at year end rates.

c) Monetary Items denominated in Foreign Currency covered by Forward Cover are recorded at the Forward Cover contract rate.

7. Employee Benefits :

a) Defined Contribution Plans

Contributions paid/payable to defined contribution plan comprises of Provident Fund and is charged on accural basis to the Profit and Loss Account each Year.

b) Defined Benefit Plans

Gratuity for employees is covered under a scheme of Life Insurance Corporation of India and contributions in respect of such scheme are recognised in the Statement of Profit and Loss. The liability as at the Balance Sheet date is provided for based on the actuarial valuation in accordance with the requirements of revised Accounting Standard (revised 2005) on "Employees Benefits" notified under Section 211 (3C) of the Act ('Revised AS 15') as at the end of the year.

c) Other Long term employee benefits

Other Long term employee benefits comprise of leave encashment which is provided for based on the actuarial valuation carried out in accordance with revised AS15 at the end of the year.

8. Borrowing Costs :

Borrowing costs that are directly attributable to the acquisition, construction or production of Fixed Assets, which take substantial period of time to get ready for their intended use, are capitalised. Other Borrowing costs are recognised as an expense in the year in which they are incurred.

9. Contingent Liabilities :

A contingent liability is a possible obligation that arises from past events whose existence will be confirmed by the occurrence or non-occurrence of one or more uncertain future events beyond the control of the Company or a present obligation that is not recognized because it is not probable that an outflow of resources will be required to settle the obligation. A contingent liability also arises in extremely rare cases where there is a liability that cannot be recognized because it cannot be measured reliably. The Company does not recognize a contingent liability but discloses its existence in the financial statements.

10. Provision for Current and Deferred Tax :

Provision for current tax is made after taking into consideration benefits admissible under the provisions of the Income-tax Act, 1961. Deferred tax resulting from "timing difference" between book and taxable profit is accounted by using the tax rates and laws that are enacted or substantially enacted as on the balanace sheet date. The deferred tax asset is recognised and carried forward only to the extent that there is a reasonable certainty that the asset will be realised in future.

11. Earnings Per Share :

The earnings considered in ascertaining the Company's Earning Per Share (EPS) comprise of the net profit after tax less dividend (including dividend distribution tax) on preference shares. The number of shares used for computing the basic EPS is the weighted average number of shares outstanding during the year.

12. Impairment :

a) 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 asset's 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. After impairment, depreciation is provided on the revised carrying amount of the asset over its remaining useful life.

b) Reversal of impairment losses recognised in prior years is recorded when there is an indication that the impairment losses recognised for the asset are no longer exist or have decreased.


Mar 31, 2010

1. Basis of Financial Statements:

a. The Financial Statements are prepared under the historical cost convention in accordance with the Generally Accepted Accounting Principles In India and the Provisions of Companies Act, 1956.

b. The Company follows Mercantile System of Accounting and recognises significant items of income and expenditure on accrual basis.

2. Fixed Assets, Depreciation and Capital Work-in-Progress:

a. Fixed Assets are stated at cost Net of CEMVAT wherever applicable less accumulated depreciation. All costs directly attributable to bring the assets to their working conditions for the intended use are capitalised

b. Depreciation on the Fixed Assets of the Company is provided on straight line method at the rates and in the manner specified in Schedule XIV of the Companies Act. 1956.

3. investments:

Investments are stated at cost.

4. Inventories are Vaiued as follows :

a. Raw-materials: At cost on FIFO basis and stores on weighted average basis.

b Finished goods and Work-in-process:

Finished Goods at lower of cost of production or realisable Value and Work in Process is vaiued at cost of Production. The cost of production includes value of material, stores, direct and indirect expenses.

5. Foreign Exchange Transactions:

a. Transactions denominated in foreign currencies are recotded at the exchange rate prevailing on the date of transaction.

b. Monetary Items denominated in Foreign Currency not covered by Forward Contracts and remaining unsettled at the end of the year are translated at year end rates.

c. Monetary Items denominated in Foreign Currency covered by Forward Cover are recorded at the Forward Cover contract rate. d. Employee Benefits :

a) Defined Contribution Plans

Contributions paid/payable to defined contribution plan comprises of provident fund and is charged on accural basis to the Profit and Loss Account Each Year.

b) Defined Benefit Plans

Gratuity for employees is covered under a scheme of Life Insurance Corporation of India and contributions in respect of such scheme are recognised in the Profit and Loss Account. The liability as at the Balance Sheet date is provided for based on the actuarial valuation in accordance with the requirements of revised Accounting Standard (revised 2005) on " Employees Benefits" notified under Section 211 (3C) of the Act ( revised AS 15) as at the end of the year.

c) Other Long term employee benefits

Other Long term employee benefits comprise of leave encashment which is provided for based on the actuarial valuation carried out in accordance with revised AS15 at the end of the year.

7. Contingent Liabilities:

Mentioned separately by way of notes to accounts.

8. Sales:

Sales includes Excise Duty and Sales Tax.

9 Provision for Current and Deferred Tax :

Provision for current tax is made after taking into consideration benefits admissible under the provisions of the Income-tax Act, 1961. Deferred tax resulting from "timing difference" between book and taxable profit is accounted by using the tax rates and iaws that are enacted or substantially enacted as on tne balanace sheet date. The deferred tax asset is recognised and carried forward only to the extent that there is a reasonable certainty that the asset will be realised in future.

10) Earnings Per Share

The earnings considered in ascertaining the Companys Earning Per Share (EPS) comprise of the net profit after tax less dividend (including divi- dend distribution tax) on preference shares. The number of shares used for computing the basic EPS is the weighted average number of shares outstanding during the year.

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