Mar 31, 2018
i. Functional and presentation currency
Items included in the financial statements of the Company are measured using the currency of the primary economic environment in which these entities operate (i.e. the âfunctional currencyâ).
The standalone financial statements are presented in Indian Rupee, the national currency of India, which is the functional currency of the Company.
ii. Foreign currency transactions and balances
Transactions in foreign currency are translated into the respective functional currencies using the exchange rates prevailing at the dates of the respective transactions. Foreign exchange gains and losses resulting from the settlement of such transactions and from the translation at the exchange rates prevailing at reporting date of monetary assets and liabilities denominated in foreign currencies are recognized in the statement of profit and loss and reported within foreign exchange gains/ (losses).
Non-monetary assets and liabilities denominated in a foreign currency and measured at historical cost are translated at the exchange rate prevalent at the date of transaction
iii. Investment in subsidiaries and joint venture Investment in subsidiaries is measured at cost. Dividend income from subsidiaries is recognized when its right to receive the dividend is established.
iv. Financial instruments
All financial instruments are recognized initially at fair value. Transaction costs that are attributable to the acquisition of the financial asset (other than financial assets recorded at fair value through profit or loss) are included in the fair value of the financial assets. Purchase or sales of financial assets that require delivery of assets within a time frame established by regulation or convention in the market place (regular way trade) are recognized on trade date. While, loans and borrowings and payable are recognized net of directly attributable transactions costs.
For the purpose of subsequent measurement, financial instruments of the Company are classified in the following categories: nonderivative financial assets comprising amortized cost; non derivative financial liabilities at amortized cost.
The classification of financial instruments depends on the objective of the business model for which it is held. Management determines the classification of its financial instruments at initial recognition.
Financial instrument is derecognized only when the company has transferred its right to receive/extinguish its obligation to pay cash flow from such financial instruments.
a) Non-derivative financial assets
Financial assets at amortized cost
A financial asset shall be measured at amortized cost if both of the following conditions are met:
- the financial asset is held within a business model whose objective is to hold financial assets in order to collect contractual cash flows and
- the contractual terms of the financial asset give rise on specified dates to cash flows that are solely payments of principal and interest on the principal amount outstanding
They are presented as current assets, except for those maturing later than 12 months after the reporting date which are presented as non-current assets. Financial assets are measured initially at fair value plus transaction costs and subsequently carried at amortized cost using the effective interest method, less any impairment loss. Amortized cost is represented by security deposits, cash and cash equivalents, employee and other advances and eligible current and non-current assets.
Cash and cash equivalents comprise cash on hand and in banks and demand deposits with banks which can be withdrawn at any time without prior notice or penalty on the principal.
For the purposes of the cash flow statement, cash and cash equivalents include cash on hand, in banks and demand deposits with banks, net of outstanding bank overdrafts that are repayable on demand and are considered part of the Companyâs cash management system.
b) Non-derivative financial liabilities Financial liabilities at amortized cost Financial liabilities at amortized cost represented by trade and other payables are initially recognized at fair value, and subsequently carried at amortized cost using the effective interest method.
v. Property plant and equipment:
a) Recognition and measurement: Normally Property, plant and equipment are measured at cost less accumulated depreciation and impairment losses, if any. Cost includes expenditures directly attributable to the acquisition of the asset. The Company has elected to apply the optional exemption to use this previous GAAP value as deemed cost at 1 April 2015, the date of transition.
Depreciation: Normally the Company depreciates property, plant and equipment over the estimated useful life of the assets as prescribed in Schedule II of the Companies Act 2013 on a straight-line basis from the date the assets are ready for intended use. Wherever the useful life is determined by technical assessment for certain assets, such assets are depreciated as per their assessed life. Assets acquired under finance lease and leasehold improvements are amortized over the lower of estimated useful life and related term. Depreciation methods, useful lives and residual values are reviewed at each reporting date.
When parts of an item of property, plant and equipment have different useful lives, they are accounted for as separate items (major components) of property, plant and equipment. Subsequent expenditure relating to property, plant and equipment is capitalized only when it is probable that future economic benefits associated with these will flow to the Company and the cost of the item can be measured reliably. Repairs and maintenance costs are recognized in the statement of profit and loss when incurred. The cost and related accumulated depreciation are eliminated from the standalone financial statements upon sale or disposition of the asset and the resultant gains or losses are recognized in the statement of profit and loss.
Fixed Assets costing Rs.5,000 or less are fully depreciated in the year of purchase
b) Treatment of Enabling Assets:
âExpenditure incurred on any facility, the ownership of which is not vested with the company, but the incurrence of which is essential in bringing an asset/projects of NMDC to the location and condition necessary to be capable of operating in the manner intended by the management, shall be capitalized as a part of the overall cost of the said asset/project. Else the same shall be charged to revenue.â
vi. Intangible assets :
Intangible assets are stated at cost less accumulated amortization and impairment. Intangible assets are amortized over their respective estimated useful lives on a straight-line basis, from the date that they are available for use. The estimated useful life of an identifiable intangible asset is based on a number of factors including the effects of obsolescence, demand, competition and other economic factors (such as the stability of the industry and known technological advances) and the level of maintenance expenditures required to obtain the expected future cash flows from the asset
vii. Inventory
a) Raw materials, Stores and spares (including loose tools and implements), work in process and finished products are valued at lower of cost and net realizable value of the respective units.
b) The basis of determining the cost is
Raw materials : Weighted average cost
Stores and spares : Weighted average cost Stores in Transit : At cost Work in process and : Material cost plus finished goods appropriate share of labour, related overheads and levies.
c) In case of identified Obsolete/Surplus/Nonmoving items necessary provision is made and charged to revenue.
d) Stationery, Medical, Canteen, School Stores, Cotton Waste, Hospital Stores and Lab stores (excluding for R & D Lab) charged off to Revenue on procurement.
e) No credit is taken in respect of stock of run of mine ore, embedded ore, Iron ore slimes.
viii. Impairment
a) Financial assets
In accordance with Ind AS 109, the Company applies expected credit loss (ECL) model for measurement and recognition of impairment loss.
i) The Company follows âsimplified approachâ for recognition of impairment loss allowance on trade receivable.
The application of simplified approach does not require the Company to track changes in credit risk. Rather, it recognises impairment loss allowance based on lifetime ECLs at each reporting date, right from its initial recognition For recognition of impairment loss on other financial assets and risk exposure, the Company determines that whether there has been a significant increase in the credit risk since initial recognition. If credit risk has not increased significantly, 12-month ECL is used to provide for impairment loss. However, if credit risk has increased significantly, lifetime ECL is used.
If in subsequent period, credit quality of the instrument improves such that there is no longer a significant increase in credit risk since initial recognition, then the entity reverts to recognising impairment loss allowance based on 12 month ECL
Lifetime ECLs are the expected credit losses resulting from all possible default events over the expected life of a financial instrument. The 12 month ECL is a portion of the lifetime ECL which results from default events that are possible within 12 months after the reporting date ECL is the difference between all contractual cash flows that are due to the Company in accordance with the contract and all the cash flows that the entity expects to receive(i.e. all shortfalls), discounted at the original EIR. When estimating the cash flows, an entity is required to consider:
ii) All contractual terms of the financial instrument (including prepayment, extension etc.) over the expected life of the financial instrument. However, in rare cases when the expected life of the financial instrument cannot be estimated reliably, then the entity is required to use the remaining contractual term of the financial instrument.
iii) Cash flows from the sale of collateral held or other credit enhancements that are integral to the contractual terms.
ECL impairment loss allowance (or reversal) recognised during the period is recognised as income/expense in the statement of profit and loss. The balance sheet presentation for various financial instruments is described below:
Financial assets measured at amortised cost, contractual revenue receivable: ECL is presented as an allowance, i.e. as an integral part of the measurement of those assets in the balance sheet. The allowance reduces the net carrying amount. Untill the asset meets write off criteria, the Company does not reduce impairment allowance from the gross carrying amount.
b) Non-financial assets
The Company assesses at each reporting date whether there is any objective evidence that a non financial asset or a group of non financial assets is impaired. If any such indication exists, the Company estimates the amount of impairment loss.
An impairment loss is calculated as the difference between an assetâs carrying amount and recoverable amount. Losses are recognised in profit or loss and reflected in an allowance account. When the Company considers that there are no realistic prospects of recovery of the asset, the relevant amounts are written off.
If the amount of impairment loss subsequently decreases and the decrease can be related objectively to an event occurring after the impairment was recognised, then the previously recognised impairment loss is reversed through profit or loss.
The recoverable amount of an asset or cash-generating unit (as defined below) is the greater of its value in use and its fair value less costs to sell. In assessing value in use, the estimated future cash flows are discounted to their present value using a pre-tax discount rate that reflects current market assessments of the time value of money and the risks specific to the asset.
For the purpose of impairment testing, assets are grouped together into the smallest group of assets that generates cash inflows from continuing use that are largely independent of the cash inflows of other assets or groups of assets (the âcash-generating unitâ).
ix. Employee benefits
a) Payments under Employeesâ Family Benefit Scheme:
Under the NMDC Employeesâ family benefit scheme, monthly payments are made till the normal date of retirement to the family members of those employees who are discharged from service due to medical reasons or death, on deposit of the amount envisaged in the scheme and liability for the payments are accounted for on the basis of actuarial valuation and the amount is administered by a separate Trust.
b) Gratuity & Provident fund:
Gratuity payable to eligible employees is administered by a separate Trust. Payments to the trust towards contributions and other demands are made on the basis of actuarial valuation.
c) The companyâs contribution to the provident fund is remitted to a separate trust based on a fixed percentage of the eligible employeesâ salary. Further, the company makes good the shortfall, if any, between the return from investments of trust and the notified rate of interest on actuarial valuation basis.
d) Pension Fund
Defined contributions to NMDC Employeesâ Contributory Pension Scheme are made on accrual basis at a rate as approved from time to time to a fund which is administered by a separate Trust.
e) Accrued Leave Salary:
Liability towards Accrued Leave Salary, as at the end of the year is recognized on the basis of actuarial valuation and the amount is administered by a separate trust.
f) Other Benefits :
Liability towards Long Service Award, Settlement Allowance and Post Retirement Medical Facilities to employees as at the end of the year is recognized on the basis of actuarial valuation. Such amounts towards Settlement Allowance and Post Retirement Medical Benefits are administered by a separate trust.
Actuarial gains or losses are recognized in other comprehensive income. Further, the profit or loss does not include an expected return on plan assets. Instead net interest recognized in profit or loss is calculated by applying the discount rate used to measure the defined benefit obligation to the net defined benefit liability or asset.
The actual return on the plan assets above or below the discount rate is recognized as part of re-measurement of net defined liability or asset through other comprehensive income. Remeasurements comprising actuarial gains or losses and return on plan assets (excluding amounts included in net interest on the net defined benefit liability) are not reclassified to profit or loss in subsequent periods.
x) Provisions
All the provision are recognized as per Ind AS 37. Provisions (including mine closure) are recognized when the Company has a present obligation (legal or constructive) as a result of a past event, it is probable that an outflow of economic benefits will be required to settle the obligation, and a reliable estimate can be made of the amount of the obligation.
The amount recognized as a provision is the best estimate of the consideration required to settle the present obligation at the end of the reporting period, taking into account the risks and uncertainties surrounding the obligation.
When some or all of the economic benefits required to settle a provision are expected to be recovered from a third party, the receivable is recognized as an asset, if it is virtually certain that reimbursement will be received and the amount of the receivable can be measured reliably. Provisions for onerous contracts are recognized when the expected benefits to be derived by the Company from a contract are lower than the unavoidable costs of meeting the future obligations under the contract. Provisions for onerous contracts are measured at the present value of lower of the expected net cost of fulfilling the contract and the expected cost of terminating the contract.
xi) Revenue recognition:
Revenue is recognised when the significant risks and rewards of ownership have been transferred to the customer, recovery of the consideration is probable, the associated costs and possible return of goods can be estimated reliably, there is no continuing management involvement with the goods, and the amount of revenue can be measured reliably. Revenue is measured net of returns, trade discounts and volume rebates. The timing of the transfer of risks and rewards varies depending on the individual terms of the sales agreement.
a) Export sales:
Export sales are recognized on the date of Bill of Lading. However, final adjustments are made in the year of receipt of discharge port analysis.
b) Domestic sales:
Domestic sales are accounted on the date of Forwarding Note (Rail dispatches) / Lorry receipt / Delivery challan. However, in case of spot auction under electronic mode, the sale is recognized on conclusion of the auction and receipt of money.
c) Obsolete Stores & Scrap:
Income is accounted on realization basis in respect of used / surplus/ obsolete/ unserviceable materials/waste products and scrap.
xii) Finance income and expense
Finance income consists of interest income on funds invested, dividend income and gains on the disposal of Fair value through profit and loss account financial assets. Interest income is recognized as it accrues in the statement of profit and loss, using the effective interest method. Dividend income is recognized in the statement of profit and loss on the date that the Companyâs right to receive payment is established.
Finance expenses consist of interest expense on loans and borrowings. Borrowing costs are recognized in the statement of profit and loss using the effective interest method.
Foreign currency gains and losses are reported on a net basis. This includes changes in the fair value of foreign exchange derivative instruments, which are accounted at fair value through profit or loss.
xiii) Income tax
Tax comprises current and deferred tax. Income tax expense is recognized in the statement of profit and loss except to the extent it relates to items directly recognized in equity or in other comprehensive income.
a) Current income tax
Current income tax for the current and prior periods are measured at the amount expected to be recovered from or paid to the taxation authorities based on the taxable income for the period. The tax rates and tax laws used to compute the current tax amount are those that are enacted or substantively enacted by the reporting date and applicable for the period. The Company offsets current tax assets and current tax liabilities, where it has a legally enforceable right to set off the recognized amounts and where it intends either to settle on a net basis or to realize the asset and liability simultaneously.
b) Deferred income tax
Deferred income tax is recognized using the balance sheet approach. Deferred income tax assets and liabilities are recognized for deductible and taxable temporary differences arising between the tax base of assets and liabilities and their carrying amount in financial statements, except when the deferred income tax arises from the initial recognition of goodwill or an asset or liability in a transaction that is not a business combination and affects neither accounting nor taxable profits or loss at the time of the transaction. Deferred income tax asset are recognized to the extent that it is probable that taxable profit will be available against which the deductible temporary differences, and the carry forward of unused tax credits and unused tax losses can be utilized. Deferred income tax liabilities are recognized for all taxable temporary differences. The carrying amount of deferred income tax assets is reviewed at each reporting date and reduced to the extent that it is no longer probable that sufficient taxable profit will be available to allow all or part of the deferred income tax asset to be utilized. Deferred income tax assets and liabilities are measured at the tax rates that are expected to apply in the period when the asset is realized or the liability is settled, based on tax rates (and tax laws) that have been enacted or substantively enacted at the reporting date.
xiv) Earnings per share
Basic earnings per share is computed using the weighted average number of equity shares outstanding during the year.
Diluted EPS is computed by dividing the net profit after tax by the weighted average number of equity shares considered for deriving basic EPS and also weighted average number of equity shares that could have been issued upon conversion of all dilutive potential equity shares. Dilutive potential equity shares are deemed converted as of the beginning of the year, unless issued at a later date. Dilutive potential equity shares are determined independently for each year presented. The number of equity shares and potentially dilutive equity shares are adjusted for bonus shares, as appropriate.
xv) Borrowing costs
Borrowings costs directly attributable to acquisition or construction of an asset that necessarily takes a substantial period of time to get ready for its intended use or sale are capitalised as part of the cost of the asset. All other borrowing costs are expensed in the period in which it occur. Borrowing costs consists of interest and other costs that an entity incurs in connection with the borrowing of funds.
xvi) Government grants
Grants from the government are recognised when there is reasonable assurance that:(i) the Company will comply with the conditions attached to them; and (ii) the grant will be received. Government grants related to revenue are recognised on a systematic basis in the statement of profit and loss over the periods necessary to match them with the related costs which they are intended to compensate. Such grants are deducted in reporting the related expense. When the grant relates to an asset, it is recognized as income over the expected useful life of the asset. Where the Company receives non-monetary grants, the asset is accounted for on the basis of its acquisition cost. In case a non-monetary asset is given free of cost it is recognised at a fair value. When loan or similar assistance are provided by government or related institutions, with an interest rate below the current applicable market rate, the effect of this favorable interest is recognized as government rate. The loan or assistance is initially recognized and measured at fair value and the government grant is measured as the difference between the initial carrying value of the loan and the proceeds received.
Grant related to income are presented as part of profit or loss, as a deduction to the related expenses.
xvii) Exploration and Evaluation:
Exploration and evaluation expenditure comprises costs that are directly attributable to:
- researching and analysing existing exploration data;
- conducting geological studies, exploratory drilling and sampling;
- examining and testing extraction and treatment methods; and/or
- compiling pre-feasibility and feasibility studies.
Exploration expenditure relates to the initial search for deposits with economic potential. Evaluation expenditure relates to a detailed assessment of deposits or other projects that have been identified as having economic potential. . All evaluation and exploration expenses till high degree of confidence is achieved are expensed.
Evaluation expenditure are capitalised as Intangible assets when there is a high degree of confidence that the Company will determine that a project is commercially viable, that is the project will provide a satisfactory return relative to its perceived risks, and therefore it is considered probable that future economic benefits will flow to the Company.
The carrying values of capitalized evaluation expenditure are reviewed for impairment every year by management.
xviii) Stripping cost:
Development stripping cost:
Overburden and other mine waste material removed during the initial development of a mine in order to access mineral deposit are capitalized as Intangible Asset. Amortization of the same is done based on the life estimated by the management.
Production stripping cost:
Overburden and other mine waste materials which are removed throughout the production phase of mine and realised in the form of inventory are charged off to profit and loss account as production cost
xix) Prepaid Expenses:
Expenses are accounted under prepaid expenses only when the amount relating to the unexpired period exceeds rupees Two crore in each case.
xx) Restatement of earliest prior period financials on material error/omissions
The value of error and omissions is construed to be material for restating the opening balances of assets and liabilities and equity for the earliest prior period presented if the amount in each case of earlier period income/ expenses exceeds 1.0% of the previous year turnover of the company comes to 62,205.96 Sq. Ft. The registration formalities are in the process for the total land.
Mar 31, 2017
i) Functional and presentation currency
Items included in the financial statements of the Company are measured using the currency of the primary economic environment in which these entities operate (i.e. the âfunctional currencyâ). Thestandalone financial statements are presented in Indian Rupee, the national currency of India, which is the functional currency of the Company.
ii) Foreign currency transactions and balances
Transactions in foreign currency are translated into the respective functional currencies using the exchange rates prevailing at the dates of the respective transactions. Foreign exchange gains and losses resulting from the settlement of such transactions and from the translation at the exchange rates prevailing at reporting date of monetary assets and liabilities denominated in foreign currencies are recognized in the statement of profit and loss and reported within foreign exchange gains / (losses).
Non-monetary assets and liabilities denominated in a foreign currency and measured at historical cost are translated at the exchange rate prevalent at the date of transaction.
iii) Investment in subsidiaries and joint venture
Investment in subsidiaries is measured at cost. Dividend income from subsidiaries is recognized when its right to receive the dividend is established.
iv) Financial instruments
All financial instruments are recognized initially at fair value. Transaction costs that are attributable to the acquisition of the financial asset (other than financial assets recorded at fair value through profit or loss) are included in the fair value of the financial assets. Purchase or sales of financial assets that require delivery of assets within a time frame established by regulation or convention in the market place (regular way trade) are recognized on trade date. While, loans and borrowings and payable are recognized net of directly attributable transactions costs.
For the purpose of subsequent measurement, financial instruments of the Company are classified in the following categories: non-derivative financial assets comprising amortized cost; non derivative financial liabilities at amortized cost.
The classification of financial instruments depends on the objective of the business model for which it is held. Management determines the classification of its financial instruments at initial recognition.
Financial instrument is derecognized only when the Company has transferred its right to receive/ extinguish its obligation to pay cash flow from such financial instruments.
a) Non-derivative financial assets Financial assets at amortized cost
A financial asset shall be measured at amortized cost if both of the following conditions are met:
- the financial asset is held within a business model whose objective is to hold financial assets in order to collect contractual cash flows and
- the contractual terms of the financial asset give rise on specified dates to cash flows that are solely payments of principal and interest on the principal amount outstanding.
They are presented as current assets, except for those maturing later than 12 months after the reporting date which are presented as non-current assets. Financial assets are measured initially at fair value plus transaction costs and subsequently carried at amortized cost using the effective interest method, less any impairment loss.
Amortized cost is represented by security deposits, cash and cash equivalents, employee and other advances and eligible current and non-current assets.
Cash and cash equivalents comprise cash on hand and in banks and demand deposits with banks which can be withdrawn at any time without prior notice or penalty on the principal.
For the purposes of the cash flow statement, cash and cash equivalents include cash on hand, in banks and demand deposits with banks, net of outstanding bank overdrafts that are repayable on demand and are considered part of the Companyâs cash management system.
b) Non-derivative financial liabilities
Financial liabilities at amortized cost
Financial liabilities at amortized cost represented by trade and other payables are initially recognized at fair value, and subsequently carried at amortized cost using the effective interest method.
v) Property plant and equipment:
Recognition and measurement: Normally Property, plant and equipment are measured at cost less accumulated depreciation and impairment losses, if any. Cost includes expenditures directly attributable to the acquisition of the asset. The Company has elected to apply the optional exemption to use this previous GAAP value as deemed cost at 1 April 2015, the date of transition.
Depreciation: Normally the Company depreciates property, plant and equipment over the estimated useful life of the assets as prescribed in Schedule II of the Companies Act 2013 on a straight-line basis from the date the assets are ready for intended use. Wherever the useful life is determined by technical assessment for certain assets, such assets are depreciated as per their assessed life. Assets acquired under finance lease and leasehold improvements are amortized over the lower of estimated useful life and related term. Depreciation methods, useful lives and residual values are reviewed at each reporting date.
When parts of an item of property, plant and equipment have different useful lives, they are accounted for as separate items (major components) of property, plant and equipment. Subsequent expenditure relating to property, plant and equipment is capitalized only when it is probable that future economic benefits associated with these will flow to the Company and the cost of the item can be measured reliably. Repairs and maintenance costs are recognized in the statement of profit and loss when incurred. The cost and related accumulated depreciation are eliminated from the standalone financial statements upon sale or disposition of the asset and the resultant gains or losses are recognized in the statement of profit and loss.
Fixed Assets costing Rs.5,000/- or less are fully depreciated in the year of purchase
vi) Intangible assets
Intangible assets are stated at cost less accumulated amortization and impairment. Intangible assets are amortized over their respective estimated useful lives on a straight-line basis, from the date that they are available for use. The estimated useful life of an identifiable intangible asset is based on a number of factors including the effects of obsolescence, demand, competition and other economic factors (such as the stability of the industry and known technological advances) and the level of maintenance expenditures required to obtain the expected future cash flows from the asset.
vii) Inventory
a) Raw materials, Stores and spares (including loose tools and implements), work in process and finished products are valued at lower of cost and net realizable value of the respective units.
b) The basis of determining the cost is
Raw materials : Weighted average cost
Stores and spares : Weighted average cost
Stores in Transit : At cost
Work in process and finished goods : Material cost plus appropriate share of labour, related overheads and levies
c) In case of identified Obsolete/Surplus/Non-moving items necessary provision is made and charged to revenue.
d) Stationery, Medical, Canteen, School Stores, Cotton Waste, Hospital Stores and Lab stores (excluding for R & D Lab) charged off to Revenue on procurement.
e) No credit is taken in respect of stock of run of mine ore, embedded ore, Iron ore slimes.
a) Financial assets
In accordance with Ind AS 109, the Company applies expected credit loss (ECL) model for measurement and recognition of impairment loss.
i) The Company follows âsimplified approachâ for recognition of impairment loss allowance on trade receivable.
The application of simplified approach does not require the Company to track changes in credit risk. Rather, it recognises impairment loss allowance based on lifetime ECLs at each reporting date, right from its initial recognition.
For recognition of impairment loss on other financial assets and risk exposure, the Company determines that whether there has been a significant increase in the credit risk since initial recognition. If credit risk has not increased significantly, 12-month ECL is used to provide for impairment loss. However, if credit risk has increased significantly, lifetime ECL is used. If in subsequent period, credit quality of the instrument improves such that there is no longer a significant increase in credit risk since initial recognition, then the entity reverts to recognising impairment loss allowance based on 12 month ECL.
Lifetime ECLs are the expected credit losses resulting from all possible default events over the expected life of a financial instrument. The 12 month ECL is a portion of the lifetime ECL which results from default events that are possible within 12 months after the reporting date.
ECL is the difference between all contractual cash flows that are due to the Company in accordance with the contract and all the cash flows that the entity expects to receive (i.e. all shortfalls), discounted at the original EIR. When estimating the cash flows, an entity is required to consider:
ii) All contractual terms of the financial instrument (including prepayment, extension etc.) over the expected life of the financial instrument. However, in rare cases when the expected life of the financial instrument cannot be estimated reliably, then the entity is required to use the remaining contractual term of the financial instrument.
iii) Cash flows from the sale of collateral held or other credit enhancements that are integral to the contractual terms.
ECL impairment loss allowance (or reversal) recognised during the period is recognised as income/ expense in the statement of profit and loss. The balance sheet presentation for various financial instruments is described below:
Financial assets measured at amortised cost, contractual revenue receivable: ECL is presented as an allowance, i.e. as an integral part of the measurement of those assets in the balance sheet. The allowance reduces the net carrying amount. Untill the asset meets write off criteria, the Company does not reduce impairment allowance from the gross carrying amount.
b) Non-financial assets
The Company assesses at each reporting date whether there is any objective evidence that a non financial asset or a group of non financial assets is impaired. If any such indication exists, the Company estimates the amount of impairment loss.
An impairment loss is calculated as the difference between an assetâs carrying amount and recoverable amount. Losses are recognised in profit or loss and reflected in an allowance account. When the Company considers that there are no realistic prospects of recovery of the asset, the relevant amounts are written off. If the amount of impairment loss subsequently decreases and the decrease can be related objectively to an event occurring after the impairment was recognised, then the previously recognised impairment loss is reversed through profit or loss.
The recoverable amount of an asset or cash-generating unit (as defined below) is the greater of its value in use and its fair value less costs to sell. In assessing value in use, the estimated future cash flows are discounted to their present value using a pre-tax discount rate that reflects current market assessments of the time value of money and the risks specific to the asset. For the purpose of impairment testing, assets are grouped together into the smallest group of assets that generates cash inflows from continuing use that are largely independent of the cash inflows of other assets or groups of assets (the âcash-generating unitâ).
ix) Employee benefits
a) Payments under Employeesâ Family Benefit Scheme:
Under the NMDC Employeesâ family benefit scheme, monthly payments are made till the normal date of retirement to the family members of those employees who are discharged from service due to medical reasons or death, on deposit of the amount envisaged in the scheme and liability for the payments are accounted for on the basis of actuarial valuation and the amount is administered by a separate Trust.
b) Gratuity & Provident Fund:
Gratuity payable to eligible employees is administered by a separate Trust. Payments to the trust towards contributions and other demands are made on the basis of actuarial valuation.
c) The Companyâs contribution to the provident fund is remitted to a separate trust based on a fixed percentage of the eligible employeesâ salary. Further, the Company makes good the shortfall, if any, between the return from investments of trust and the notified rate of interest on actuarial valuation basis.
d) Pension Fund:
Defined contributions to NMDC Employeesâ Contributory Pension Scheme are made on accrual basis at a rate as approved from time to time to a fund which is administered by a separate Trust.
e) Accrued Leave Salary:
Liability towards Accrued Leave Salary, as at the end of the year is recognized on the basis of actuarial valuation and the amount is administered by a separate trust.
f) Other Benefits:
Liability towards Long Service Award, Settlement Allowance and Post Retirement Medical Facilities to employees as at the end of the year is recognized on the basis of actuarial valuation. Such amounts towards Settlement Allowance and Post Retirement Medical Benefits are administered by a separate trust.
Actuarial gains or losses are recognized in other comprehensive income. Further, the profit or loss does not include an expected return on plan assets. Instead net interest recognized in profit or loss is calculated by applying the discount rate used to measure the defined benefit obligation to the net defined benefit liability or asset. The actual return on the plan assets above or below the discount rate is recognized as part of re-measurement of net defined liability or asset through other comprehensive income.
Remeasurements comprising actuarial gains or losses and return on plan assets (excluding amounts included in net interest on the net defined benefit liability) are not reclassified to profit or loss in subsequent periods.
x) Provisions
All the provision are recognized as per Ind AS 37. Provisions (including mine closure) are recognized when the Company has a present obligation (legal or constructive) as a result of a past event, it is probable that an outflow of economic benefits will be required to settle the obligation, and a reliable estimate can be made of the amount of the obligation.
The amount recognized as a provision is the best estimate of the consideration required to settle the present obligation at the end of the reporting period, taking into account the risks and uncertainties surrounding the obligation.
When some or all of the economic benefits required to settle a provision are expected to be recovered from a third party, the receivable is recognized as an asset, if it is virtually certain that reimbursement will be received and the amount of the receivable can be measured reliably.
Provisions for onerous contracts are recognized when the expected benefits to be derived by the Company from a contract are lower than the unavoidable costs of meeting the future obligations under the contract. Provisions for onerous contracts are measured at the present value of lower of the expected net cost of fulfilling the contract and the expected cost of terminating the contract.
xi) Revenue recognition:
Revenue is recognised when the significant risks and rewards of ownership have been transferred to the customer, recovery of the consideration is probable, the associated costs and possible return of goods can be estimated reliably, there is no continuing management involvement with the goods, and the amount of revenue can be measured reliably. Revenue is measured net of returns, trade discounts and volume rebates. The timing of the transfer of risks and rewards varies depending on the individual terms of the sales agreement.
a) Export sales: Export sales are recognized on the date of Bill of Lading. However, final adjustments are made in the year of receipt of discharge port analysis.
b) Domestic sales: Domestic sales are accounted on the date of Forwarding Note (Rail dispatches / Lorry receipt / Delivery challan). However, in case of spot auction under electronic mode, the sale is recognized on conclusion of the auction.
c) Obsolete Stores & Scrap: Income is accounted on realization basis in respect of used / surplus / obsolete / unserviceable materials / waste products and scrap.
xii) Finance income and expense
Finance income consists of interest income on funds invested, dividend income and gains on the disposal of Fair value through profit and loss account financial assets. Interest income is recognized as it accrues in the statement of profit and loss, using the effective interest method.
Dividend income is recognized in the statement of profit and loss on the date that the Companyâs right to receive payment is established.
Finance expenses consist of interest expense on loans and borrowings. Borrowing costs are recognized in the statement of profit and loss using the effective interest method.
Foreign currency gains and losses are reported on a net basis. This includes changes in the fair value of foreign exchange derivative instruments, which are accounted at fair value through profit or loss.
xiii) Income tax
Income tax comprises current and deferred tax. Income tax expense is recognized in the statement of profit and loss except to the extent it relates to items directly recognized in equity or in other comprehensive income.
a) Current income tax
Current income tax for the current and prior periods are measured at the amount expected to be recovered from or paid to the taxation authorities based on the taxable income for the period. The tax rates and tax laws used to compute the current tax amount are those that are enacted or substantively enacted by the reporting date and applicable for the period. The Company offsets current tax assets and current tax liabilities, where it has a legally enforceable right to set off the recognized amounts and where it intends either to settle on a net basis or to realize the asset and liability simultaneously.
b) Deferred income tax
Deferred income tax is recognized using the balance sheet approach. Deferred income tax assets and liabilities are recognized for deductible and taxable temporary differences arising between the tax base of assets and liabilities and their carrying amount in financial statements, except when the deferred income tax arises from the initial recognition of goodwill or an asset or liability in a transaction that is not a business combination and affects neither accounting nor taxable profits or loss at the time of the transaction. Deferred income tax asset are recognized to the extent that it is probable that taxable profit will be available against which the deductible temporary differences, and the carry forward of unused tax credits and unused tax losses can be utilized. Deferred income tax liabilities are recognized for all taxable temporary differences. The carrying amount of deferred income tax assets is reviewed at each reporting date and reduced to the extent that it is no longer probable that sufficient taxable profit will be available to allow all or part of the deferred income tax asset to be utilized. Deferred income tax assets and liabilities are measured at the tax rates that are expected to apply in the period when the asset is realized or the liability is settled, based on tax rates (and tax laws) that have been enacted or substantively enacted at the reporting date.
xiv) Earnings per share
Basic earnings per share is computed using the weighted average number of equity shares outstanding during the year.
Diluted EPS is computed by dividing the net profit after tax by the weighted average number of equity shares considered for deriving basic EPS and also weighted average number of equity shares that could have been issued upon conversion of all dilutive potential equity shares. Dilutive potential equity shares are deemed converted as of the beginning of the year, unless issued at a later date. Dilutive potential equity shares are determined independently for each year presented. The number of equity shares and potentially dilutive equity shares are adjusted for bonus shares, as appropriate.
xv) Borrowing costs
Borrowings costs directly attributable to acquisition or construction of an asset that necessarily takes a substantial period of time to get ready for its intended use or sale are capitalised as part of the cost of the asset. All other borrowing costs are expensed in the period in which it occur. Borrowing costs consists of interest and other costs that an entity incurs in connection with the borrowing of funds.
xvi) Government grants
Grants from the government are recognised when there is reasonable assurance that: (i) the Company will comply with the conditions attached to them; and (ii) the grant will be received. Government grants related to revenue are recognised on a systematic basis in the statement of profit and loss over the periods necessary to match them with the related costs which they are intended to compensate. Such grants are deducted in reporting the related expense. When the grant relates to an asset, it is recognized as income over the expected useful life of the asset. Where the Company receives non-monetary grants, the asset is accounted for on the basis of its acquisition cost. In case a non-monetary asset is given free of cost it is recognised at a fair value. When loan or similar assistance are provided by government or related institutions, with an interest rate below the current applicable market rate, the effect of this favorable interest is recognized as government rate. The loan or assistance is initially recognized and measured at fair value and the government grant is measured as the difference between the initial carrying value of the loan and the proceeds received.
Grant related to income are presented as part of profit or loss, as a deduction to the related expenses.
xvii) Exploration and Evaluation:
Exploration and evaluation expenditure comprises costs that are directly attributable to:
- researching and analysing existing exploration data;
- conducting geological studies, exploratory drilling and sampling;
- examining and testing extraction and treatment methods; and/or
- compiling pre-feasibility and feasibility studies.
Exploration expenditure relates to the initial search for deposits with economic potential.
Evaluation expenditure relates to a detailed assessment of deposits or other projects that have been identified as having economic potential. All evaluation and exploration expenses till high degree of confidence is achieved are expensed.
Evaluation expenditure are capitalised as Intangible assets when there is a high degree of confidence that the Company will determine that a project is commercially viable, that is the project will provide a satisfactory return relative to its perceived risks, and therefore it is considered probable that future economic benefits will flow to the Company.
The carrying values of capitalized evaluation expenditure are reviewed for impairment every year by management.
xviii) Stripping cost:
Development stripping cost:
Overburden and other mine waste material removed during the initial development of a mine in order to access mineral deposit are capitalized as Intangible Asset. Amortization of the same is done based on the life estimated by the management.
Production stripping cost:
Overburden and other mine waste materials which are removed throughout the production phase of mine and realised in the form of inventory are charged off to profit and loss account as production cost.
Mar 31, 2016
A. BASIS OF ACCOUNTING
The Company prepares its financial statements as a going concern, under
historical cost convention and on accrual basis, in accordance with the
generally accepted accounting principles.
B. BALANCE SHEET
1. FIXED ASSETS:
1.1 Fixed Assets are stated at historical cost.
1.2 Assets acquired / constructed by the Company with the subsidy
sanctioned by Iron Ore Mines Labour Welfare Cess Fund are capitalised
to the extent of cost to the company. However, the work-in-progress and
the subsidy thereon are shown separately till capitalisation.
1.3 The fixed assets acquired against Govt. Grants are shown in the
Balance Sheet after deducting the grant received. However, where the
grant received is equal to the cost of the asset, such asset is shown
at a nominal value of Re.1/- per asset.
1.4 The Insurance Spares which can only be used in connection with an
item of Fixed Asset and whose use is expected to be irregular are
capitalised and depreciated from the date of acquisition over the
balance useful life of the respective assets.
2. DEPRECIATION:
2.1 Depreciation is charged on straight-line method based on the useful
life of the assets as prescribed in Schedule II of the Companies Act
2013. Wherever there is no suitable life in Schedule II, the same shall
be determined by technical assessment.
2.2 Residual value of all the assets is considered as Nil, except
vehicles, which is considered at 5% of the original cost.
2.3 Fixed Assets costing Rs.5,000 or less are fully depreciated in the
year of purchase.
2.4 Depreciation is charged on pro-rata monthly basis on additions /
disposals of assets during the year taking the first day of the month
for acquisition / commissioning and the last day of the month for
disposals.
2.5 In respect of additions forming an integral part of an existing
asset, depreciation is charged over the remaining useful life of the
asset. In case the asset is already fully depreciated, such additions
are depreciated in full.
2.6 Cost of leasehold land is amortized over the period of lease.
2.7 The life of the assets constructed on leasehold land is restricted
to the lease period except in case of mining projects.
3. DEVELOPMENT EXPENSES:
Development expenses (pre-construction period expenses) and Expenses on
removal of overburden and preparation of mining benches are amortized
in ten annual installments from the date of commencement of production.
4. INVESTMENTS:
Long-term investments are stated at cost. A provision for diminution is
made to recognise the decline in value, other than temporary, on an
individual investment basis.
5. INVENTORIES:
5.1 Raw materials, Stores and spares (including loose tools and
implements), work in process and finished products are valued at lower
of cost and net realisable value of the respective units.
The basis of determining the cost is
Raw materials : Weighted average cost
Stores and spares : Weighted average cost
Stores in Transit : At cost
Work in process and Finished goods : Material cost plus appropriate
share of labour, related overheads and levies
5.2 In case of identified Obsolete/Surplus/Non-moving items necessary
provision is made and charged to revenue.
5.3 Stationery, Medical, Canteen, School Stores, Cotton Waste, Hospital
Stores and Lab stores (excluding for R & D Lab) charged off to Revenue
on procurement.
5.4 No credit is taken in respect of stock of run of mine ore, embedded
ore, Iron ore slimes, partly used stores and spares.
6. FOREIGN CURRENCY TRANSACTIONS:
6.1 Foreign Currency Transactions are accounted for at the exchange
rates prevailing on the date of transactions.
6.2 Fixed Assets are translated at the exchange rates on the date of
transaction. The exchange difference in each financial year, up to the
period of settlement is taken to Statement of Profit and Loss.
6.3 The monetary items in foreign currencies are translated at the
closing exchange rate on the date of Balance Sheet and gains / losses
thereon adjusted in the Statement of Profit and Loss.
C. STATEMENT OF PROFIT AND LOSS
1. REVENUE RECOGNITION:
1.1 Export Sales: Export sales are recognized on the date of Bill of
Lading. However, final adjustments are made in the year of receipt of
discharge port analysis.
1.2 Domestic Sales: Domestic sales are accounted on the date of
Forwarding Note (Rail dispatches) / Lorry receipt / Delivery challan.
However, in case of spot auction under electronic mode, the sale is
recognized on conclusion of the auction.
1.3 Obsolete Stores & Scrap: Income is accounted on realization basis
in respect of used / surplus / obsolete / unserviceable materials /
waste products and scrap.
2. EMPLOYEES BENEFITS:
2.1 Payments under Employees'' Family Benefit Scheme:
Under the NMDC Employees'' family benefit scheme, monthly payments are
made till the normal date of retirement to the family members of those
employees who are discharged from service due to medical reasons or
death, on deposit of the amount envisaged in the scheme and liability
for the payments are accounted for on the basis of actuarial valuation
and the amount is administered by a separate Trust.
2.2 Gratuity & Provident fund:
2.2.1 Gratuity payable to eligible employees is administered by a
separate Trust. Payments to the trust towards contributions and other
demands are made on the basis of actuarial valuation.
2.2.2 The Company''s contribution to the provident fund is remitted to a
separate trust based on a fixed percentage of the eligible employees''
salary. Further, the Company makes good the shortfall, if any, between
the return from investments of trust and the notified rate of interest
on actuarial valuation basis.
2.3 Pension Fund:
Defined contributions to NMDC Employees'' Contributory Pension Scheme
are made on accrual basis at a rate as approved from time to time to a
fund which is administered by a separate Trust.
2.4 Accrued Leave Salary:
Liability towards Accrued Leave Salary, as at the end of the year is
recognized on the basis of actuarial valuation and the amount is
administered by a separate trust.
2.5 Other Benefits:
Liability towards Long Service Award, Settlement Allowance and Post
Retirement Medical Facilities to employees as at the end of the year is
recognized on the basis of actuarial valuation. Such amounts towards
Settlement Allowance and Post Retirement Medical Benefits are
administered by a separate trust.
3. GENERAL:
3.1. Research & Development Expenditure:
The expenditure on Fixed Assets relating to Research & Development is
capitalized and depreciated in the same method as any other assets of
the Company. Other Research & Development expenditure of revenue nature
incurred during the year is charged off to Statement of Profit and
Loss.
3.2. Mine Closure Obligation:
The liability to meet the obligation of mine closure and restoration of
environment as per Mines & Minerals (Development and Regulation) Act
1957 (MMDR 1957) at the time of closure of the mine has been estimated
on the basis of technical assessment and charged to Statement of Profit
and Loss on the basis of Run of Mine ore production of the mine. The
liability is remitted to a Fund maintained by LIC.
3.3 Pre-paid Expenses:
Expenses are accounted under prepaid expenses only where the amounts
relating to unexpired period exceed Rs.10,00,000/- in each case.
3.4 Prior period adjustments:
Income/expenditure relating to prior period of over Rs. 10,00,000/- in
each case arising out of errors and omission are accounted as prior
period adjustment.
3.5 Insurance Claims:
Insurance claims are accounted as under :
In case of transit insurance - on the basis of claim lodged with the
Insurance Company.
In case of other Insurance - on the basis of Survey reports received.
Differences between insurance claims accounted for and actual receipt
are accounted as Miscellaneous Expenditure / Income in the year of
settlement.
Mar 31, 2015
A. BASIS OF ACCOUNTING
The Company prepares its financial statements as a going concern, under
historical cost convention and on accrual basis, in accordance with the
generally accepted accounting principles.
B. BALANCE SHEET
1. FIXED ASSETS:
1.1 Fixed Assets are stated at historical cost.
1.2 Assets acquired / constructed by the Company with the subsidy
sanctioned by Iron Ore Mines Labour Welfare Cess Fund are capitalised
to the extent of cost to the company. However, the work-in-progress and
the subsidy thereon are shown separately till capitalisation.
1.3 The fixed assets acquired against Govt. Grants are shown in the
Balance Sheet after deducting the grant received. However, where the
grant received is equal to the cost of the asset, such asset is shown
at a nominal value of Re.1/- per asset.
1.4 The Insurance Spares which can only be used in connection with an
item of Fixed Asset and whose use is expected to be irregular are
capitalised and depreciated from the date of acquisition over the
balance useful life of the respective assets.
2. DEPRECIATION:
2.1 Depreciation is charged on straight-line method based on the useful
life of the assets as prescribed in Schedule II of the Companies Act
2013. Where ever there is no suitable life in Schedule II, the same
shall be determined by technical assessment.
2.2 Residual value of all the assets is considered as Nil, except
vehicles, which is considered at 5% of the original cost.
2.3 Fixed Assets costing Rs. 5,000 or less are fully depreciated in the
year of purchase.
2.4 Depreciation is charged on pro-rata monthly basis on additions /
disposals of assets during the year taking the first day of the month
for acquisition / commissioning and the last day of the month for
disposals.
2.5 In respect of additions forming an integral part of an existing
asset, depreciation is charged over the remaining useful life of the
asset. In case the asset is already fully depreciated, such additions
are depreciated in full.
2.6 Cost of leasehold land is amortized over the period of lease.
2.7 The life of the assets constructed on leasehold land is restricted
to the lease period except in case of mining projects.
3. DEVELOPMENT EXPENSES:
Development expenses (pre-construction period expenses) and Expenses on
removal of overburden and preparation of mining benches are amortized
in ten annual installments from the date of commencement of production.
4. INVESTMENTS:
Long-term investments are stated at cost. A provision for diminution is
made to recognise the decline in value, other than temporary, on an
individual investment basis.
5. INVENTORIES:
5.1 Raw materials, Stores and spares (including loose tools and
implements), work in process and finished products are valued at lower
of cost and net realisable value of the respective units.
The basis of determining the cost is
Raw materials : Weighted average cost
Stores and spares : Weighted average cost
Stores in Transit : At cost
Work in process and Finished goods : Material cost plus appropriate
share of labour, related overheads and levies
5.2 In case of identified obsolete/Surplus/Non-moving items necessary
provision is made and charged to revenue.
5.3 Stationery, Medical, Canteen, School stores, Cotton Waste, Hospital
stores and lab stores (excluding for R & D Lab) charged off to Revenue
on procurement.
5.4 No credit is taken in respect of stock of run of mine ore, embedded
ore, Iron ore slimes, Partly used stores and spares.
6. FOREIGN CURRENCY TRANSACTIONS:
6.1 Foreign Currency Transactions are accounted for at the exchange
rates prevailing on the date of transactions.
6.2 Fixed Assets are translated at the exchange rates on the date of
transaction. The exchange difference in each financial year, up to the
period of settlement is taken to Statement of Profit and Loss.
6.3 The monetary items in foreign currencies are translated at the
closing exchange rate on the date of balance sheet and gains / losses
thereon adjusted in the Statement of Profit and Loss.
C. STATEMENT OF PROFIT AND LOSS
1. REVENUE RECOGNITION:
1.1 Export sales: Export sales are recognized on the date of Bill of
Lading. However, final adjustments are made in the year of receipt of
discharge port analysis.
1.2 Domestic sales: Domestic sales are accounted on the date of
Forwarding Note (Rail dispatches) / Lorry receipt / Delivery challan.
However, in case of spot auction under electronic mode, the sale is
recognized on conclusion of the auction.
1.3 Obsolete Stores & Scrap: Income is accounted on realization basis
in respect of Used / Surplus / obsolete/unserviceable materials/waste
products and scrap.
2. EMPLOYEES BENEFITS:
2.1 Payments under Employees' Family Benefit Scheme:
Under the NMDC Employees' family benefit scheme, monthly payments are
made till the normal date of retirement to the family members of those
employees who are discharged from service due to medical reasons or
death, on deposit of the amount envisaged in the scheme and liability
for the payments are accounted for on the basis of actuarial valuation
and the amount is administered by a separate Trust.
2.2 Gratuity & Provident fund:
2.2.1 Gratuity payable to eligible employees is administered by a
separate Trust. Payments to the trust towards contributions and other
demands are made on the basis of actuarial valuation.
2.2.2 The company's contribution to the provident fund is remitted to a
separate trust based on a fixed percentage of the eligible employees'
salary. Further, the company makes good the shortfall, if any, between
the return from investments of trust and the notified rate of interest
on actuarial valuation basis.
2.3 Pension Fund:
Defined contributions to NMDC Employees' Contributory Pension Scheme
are made on accrual basis at a rate as approved from time to time to a
fund which is administered by a separate Trust.
2.4 Accrued Leave Salary:
Liability towards Accrued Leave Salary, as at the end of the year is
recognized on the basis of actuarial valuation and the amount is
administered by a separate trust.
2.5 Other Benefits:
Liability towards Long service award, Settlement Allowance and Post
Retirement Medical Facilities to employees as at the end of the year is
recognized on the basis of actuarial valuation. Such amounts towards
Settlement Allowance and Post retirement medical benefits are
administered by a separate trust.
3. GENERAL:
3.1. Research & Development Expenditure:
The expenditure on Fixed Assets relating to Research & Development is
capitalized and depreciated in the same method as any other assets of
the Company. Other Research & Development expenditure of revenue nature
incurred during the year is charged off to Statement of Profit and
Loss.
3.2. Mine Closure Obligation:
The liability to meet the obligation of mine closure and restoration of
environment as per Mines & Minerals (Development and Regulation) Act
1957 (MMDR 1957) at the time of closure of the mine has been estimated
on the basis of technical assessment and charged to Statement of Profit
and Loss on the basis of Run of Mine ore production of the mine. The
liability is remitted to a Fund maintained by LIC.
3.3 Pre-paid Expenses:
Expenses are accounted under prepaid expenses only where the amounts
relating to unexpired period exceed Rs.10,00,000/- in each case.
3.4 Prior period adjustments:
Income/expenditure relating to prior period of over Rs 10,00,000/- in
each case arising out of errors and omission are accounted as prior
period adjustment.
3.5. Insurance Claims:
Insurance claims are accounted as under :
In case of transit insurance-on the basis of claim lodged with the
Insurance Company.
In case of other Insurance - on the basis of Survey reports received.
Differences between insurance claims accounted for and actual receipt
are accounted as Miscellaneous Expenditure / Income in the year of
settlement.
Mar 31, 2013
A. BASIS OF ACCOUNTING
The Company prepares its financial statements as a going concern, under
historical cost convention and on accrual basis, in accordance with the
generally accepted accounting principles.
B. BALANCE SHEET
1. FIXED ASSETS:
1.1 Fixed Assets are stated at historical cost.
1.2 Assets acquired / constructed by the Company with the subsidy
sanctioned by Iron Ore Mines Labour Welfare Cess Fund are capitalised
to the extent of cost to the company. However, the work-in-progress and
the subsidy thereon are shown separately till capitalisation.
1.3 The fixed assets acquired against Govt. Grants are shown in the
Balance Sheet after deducting the grant received. However, where the
grant received is equal to the cost of the asset, such asset is shown
at a nominal value of Re.1/- per asset.
1.4 The Insurance Spares which can only be used in connection with an
item of Fixed Asset and whose use is expected to be irregular are
capitalised and depreciated from the date of acquisition over the
balance useful life of the respective assets.
2. DEPRECIATION:
2.1 Depreciation is charged on straight-line method based on the life
of the assets determined by technical assessment. The rates are equal
to or higher than those prescribed in Schedule-XIV to the Companies
Act, 1956. In the case of assets acquired before 01.04.1987
depreciation is continued to be provided at the rates based on the
lives adopted earlier.
2.2 Depreciation is charged on pro-rata monthly basis on additions /
disposals of assets during the year taking the first day of the month
for acquisition / commissioning and the last day of the month for
disposals.
2.3 In respect of additions forming an integral part of an existing
asset, depreciation is charged over the remaining useful life of the
asset. In case the asset is already fully depreciated, such additions
are depreciated in full.
2.4 Cost of leasehold land is amortized over the period of lease.
2.5 The life of the assets constructed on leasehold land is restricted
to the lease period except in case of mining projects.
3. DEVELOPMENT EXPENSES:
Development expenses (pre-construction period expenses) and Expenses on
removal of overburden and preparation of mining benches are amortized
in ten annual installments from the date of commencement of production.
4. INVESTMENTS:
Long-term investments are stated at cost. A provision for diminution is
made to recognise the decline in value, other than temporary, on an
individual investment basis.
5. INVENTORIES:
Items of inventories as certified by the Management are valued on the
basis mentioned below:
5.1 Finished Goods : At cost OR Net Realisable value whichever is
lower.
5.2 Work-in-process : At cost OR Net Realisable value whichever is
lower.
5.3 Raw materials : At cost on weighted average method
5.4 Stores & Spares : At cost on weighted average method. However,
Stationery, Medical, Canteen, School stores, Cotton Waste, Hospital
stores and lab stores (excluding for R & D Lab): charged off to Revenue
on procurement.
5.5 Stores & spares not moved for 5 years and above and identified as
obsolete by technical assessment : At Re.1 per unit.
5.6 Stores-in-Transit : At cost.
5.7 Loose Tools & Implements : At cost on weighted average method.
5.8 No credit is taken in the Accounts in respect of :
5.8.1 Stock of run of mine ore, embedded ore and slimes in case of Iron
Ore.
5.8.2 Partly used stores and spares kept in stores.
5.8.3 Surplus/Obsolete stores and spares determined and not disposed
of.
6. FOREIGN CURRENCY TRANSACTIONS:
6.1 Foreign Currency Transactions are accounted for at the exchange
rates prevailing on the date of transactions.
6.2 Fixed Assets are translated at the exchange rates on the date of
transaction. The exchange difference in each financial year, up to the
period of settlement is taken to Statement of Profit and Loss.
6.3 The monetary items in foreign currencies are translated at the
closing exchange rate on the date of balance sheet and gains / losses
thereon adjusted in the Statement of Profit and Loss.
C. STATEMENT OF PROFIT AND LOSS
1. REVENUE RECOGNITION:
1.1 Export sales: Export sales are recognized on the date of Bill of
Lading. However, final adjustments are made in the year of receipt of
discharge port analysis.
1.2 Domestic sales: Domestic sales are accounted on the date of
Forwarding Note (Rail dispatches) / Lorry receipt / Delivery challan.
1.3 Obsolete Stores & Scrap: Income is accounted on realization basis
in respect of Used/Surplus/obsolete/ unserviceable materials/waste
products and scrap.
2. EMPLOYEES BENEFITS:
2.1 Payments under Employees'' Family Benefit Scheme:
Under the NMDC Employees'' family benefit scheme, monthly payments are
made till the normal date of retirement to the family members of those
employees who are discharged from service due to medical reasons or
death, on deposit of the amount envisaged in the scheme and liability
for the payments are accounted for on the basis of actuarial valuation
and the amount is administered by a separate trust.
2.2 Leave Travel Concession: (Encashment / Availment):
Liability towards encashment / availment of Leave Travel Concession is
accounted for on the basis of actuarial valuation.
2.3 Gratuity & Provident fund:
2.3.1 Gratuity payable to eligible employees is administered by a
separate Trust. Payments to the trust towards contributions and other
demands are made on the basis of actuarial valuation.
2.3.2 The Company''s contribution to the provident fund is remitted to a
separate trust based on a fixed percentage of the eligible employees''
salary. Further, the Company makes good the shortfall, if any, between
the return from investments of trust and the notified rate of interest
on actuarial valuation basis.
2.4 Accrued Leave Salary:
Liability towards Accrued Leave Salary, as at the end of the year is
recognized on the basis of actuarial valuation and the amount is
administered by a separate trust.
2.5 Other Benefits:
Liability towards Long service award, Settlement Allowance and Post
Retirement Medical Facilities to employees as at the end of the year is
recognized on the basis of actuarial valuation. Such amounts towards
Settlement Allowance and Post retirement medical benefits are
administered by a separate trust.
3. GENERAL:
3.1 Research & Development Expenditure:
The expenditure on Fixed Assets relating to Research & Development is
capitalized and depreciated in the same method as any other assets of
the Company. Other Research & Development expenditure of revenue nature
incurred during the year is charged off to Statement of Profit and
Loss.
3.2 Mine Closure Obligation:
The liability to meet the obligation of mine closure and restoration of
environment as per Mines & Minerals (Development and Regulation) Act
1957 (MMDR 1957) at the time of closure of the mine has been estimated
on the basis of technical assessment and charged to Statement of Profit
and Loss on the basis of Run of Mine ore production of the mine. The
liability is remitted to a Fund maintained by LIC.
3.3 Pre-paid Expenses:
Expenses are accounted under prepaid expenses only where the amounts
relating to unexpired period exceed Rs.2,00,000/- in each case.
3.4 Prior period adjustments:
Income/Expenditure relating to prior period of over Rs 2,00,000/- in
each case arising out of errors and omissions are accounted as prior
period adjustments.
3.5 Insurance Claims:
Insurance claims are accounted as under :
In case of transit insurance-on the basis of claim lodged with the
Insurance Company.
In case of other Insurance - on the basis of Survey reports received.
Differences between insurance claims accounted for and actual receipt
are accounted as Miscellaneous Expenditure / Income in the year of
settlement.
Mar 31, 2012
A. BASIS OF ACCOUNTING
The Company prepares its financial statements as a going concern, under
historical cost convention and on accrual basis, in accordance with the
generally accepted accounting principles.
B. BALANCE SHEET
1. FIXED ASSETS:
1.1 Fixed Assets are stated at historical cost.
1.2 Assets acquired / constructed by the Company with the subsidy
sanctioned by Iron Ore Mines Labour Welfare Cess Fund are capitalised
to the extent of cost to the Company. However, the work-in-progress and
the subsidy thereon are shown separately till capitalisation.
1.3 The fixed assets acquired against Govt. Grants are shown in the
Balance Sheet after deducting the grant received. However, where the
grant received is equal to the cost of the asset, such asset is shown
at a nominal value of Re.1/- per asset.
1.4 The Insurance Spares which can only be used in connection with an
item of Fixed Asset and whose use is expected to be irregular are
capitalised and depreciated from the date of acquisition over the
balance useful life of the respective assets.
2. DEPRECIATION:
2.1 Depreciation is charged on straight-line method based on the life
of the assets determined by technical assessment. The rates are equal
to or higher than those prescribed in Schedule-XIV to the Companies
Act, 1956. In the case of assets acquired before 01.04.1987
depreciation is continued to be provided at the rates based on the
lives adopted earlier.
2.2 Depreciation is charged on pro-rata monthly basis on additions /
disposals of assets during the year taking the first day of the month
for acquisition / commissioning and the last day of the month for
disposals.
2.3 In respect of additions forming an integral part of an existing
asset, depreciation is charged over the remaining useful life of the
asset. In case the asset is already fully depreciated, such additions
are depreciated in full.
2.4 Cost of leasehold land is amortized over the period of lease.
2.5 The life of the assets constructed on leasehold land is restricted
to the lease period except in case of mining projects.
3. EXPENDITURE DURING CONSTRUCTION:
3.1 Development expenses (pre-construction period expenses) and
Expenses on removal of overburden and preparation of mining benches are
amortized in ten annual instalments from the date of commencement of
production.
3.2 Expenditure incurred on supervision during the construction period
in respect of projects for expansion of existing facilities or creation
of new facilities are treated as period costs and charged to revenue.
Further, all administrative expenses incurred during the period of
delay in the construction and commissioning of facilities beyond the
period contemplated by Detailed Project Report are similarly treated as
revenue and charged to the Statement of Profit & Loss.
3.3 In respect of those projects under construction necessitating
selection of a different technology than originally envisaged, for the
reasons beyond the control of the management, the cumulative
administrative expenses incurred on such projects having no other
useful purpose till the date of the decision to go in for the new
technology are charged to the statement of profit and loss for the year
during which the relevant decision is taken. Further, all
administrative expenses incurred on such projects subsequently till the
new technology is identified are also treated as revenue and charged to
the statement of profit and loss of the year in which they are
incurred.
3.4 In the case of projects abandoned in the mid way due to unforeseen
circumstances beyond the control of the management, the cumulative
administrative expenditure incurred on such projects up to the date of
abandonment are charged to the statement of profit and loss during the
year of abandonment.
4. INVESTMENTS:
Long-term investments are stated at cost. A provision for diminution is
made to recognise the decline in value, other than temporary, on an
individual investment basis.
5. INVENTORIES:
Items of inventories as certified by the Management are valued on the
basis mentioned below:
5.1 Finished Goods : At cost OR Net Realisable value whichever is
lower.
5.2 Work-in-process : At cost OR Net Realisable value whichever is
lower.
5.3 Raw materials : At cost on weighted average method.
5.4 Stores & Spares : At cost on weighted average method. However,
Stationery, Medical, Canteen, School stores, Cotton Waste, Hospital
stores and lab stores (excluding for R & D Lab): charged off to Revenue
on procurement.
5.5 Stores & spares not moved for 5 years and above and identified as
obsolete by technical assessment : At Re.1 per unit.
5.6 Stores-in-Transit : At cost.
5.7 Loose Tools & Implements : At cost on weighted average method.
5.8 No credit is taken in the Accounts in respect of :
5.8.1 Stock of run of mine ore, embedded ore and slimes in case of Iron
Ore.
5.8.2 Partly used stores and spares kept in stores.
5.8.3 Surplus/Obsolete stores and spares determined and not disposed
of.
6. FOREIGN CURRENCY TRANSACTIONS:
6.1 Foreign Currency Transactions are accounted for at the exchange
rates prevailing on the date of transactions.
6.2 Fixed Assets are translated at the exchange rates on the date of
transaction. The exchange difference in each financial year, up to the
period of settlement is taken to statement of profit & loss.
6.3 The monetary items in foreign currencies are translated at the
closing exchange rate on the date of balance sheet and gains / losses
thereon adjusted in the Statement of Profit & Loss.
C. STATEMENT OF PROFIT & LOSS
1. REVENUE RECOGNITION:
1.1 Export sales: Export sales are recognized on the date of Bill of
Lading. However, final adjustments are made in the year of receipt of
discharge port analysis.
1.2 Domestic sales: Domestic sales are accounted on the date of
Forwarding Note (Rail dispatches) / Lorry receipt / Delivery challan.
1.3 Obsolete Stores & Scrap: Income is accounted on realization basis
in respect of Used / surplus/obsolete/unserviceable materials/waste
products and scrap.
2. EMPLOYEES BENEFITS:
2.1 Payments under Employees' Family Benefit Scheme:
Under the NMDC Employees' family benefit scheme, monthly payments are
made till the normal date of retirement to the family members of those
employees who are discharged from service due to medical reasons or
death, on deposit of the amount envisaged in the scheme and liability
for the payments are accounted for on the basis of actuarial valuation
and the amount is administered by a separate trust.
2.2 Leave Travel Concession: (Encashment / Availment):
Liability towards encashment / availment of Leave Travel Concession is
accounted for on the basis of actuarial valuation.
2.3 Gratuity:
Gratuity payable to eligible employees is administered by a separate
Trust, which has taken a Group gratuity policy with LIC.
Demands made by the Trust including the annual contribution and risk
premium for the future service gratuity of the LIC policy are charged
to Statement of Profit & Loss.
2.4 Accrued Leave Salary:
Liability towards Accrued Leave Salary, as at the end of the year is
recognized on the basis of actuarial valuation and the amount is
administered by a separate trust.
2.5 Other Benefits:
Liability towards Long service award, Settlement Allowance and Post
Retirement Medical Facilities to employees as at the end of the year is
recognized on the basis of actuarial valuation. Such amounts towards
Settlement Allowance and Post retirement medical benefits are
administered by a separate trust.
3. GENERAL:
3.1 Research & Development Expenditure:
The expenditure on Fixed Assets relating to Research & Development is
capitalized and depreciated in the same method as any other assets of
the Company. Other Research & Development expenditure of revenue nature
incurred during the year is charged of to Statement of Profit & Loss.
3.2 Mine Closure Obligation:
The liability to meet the obligation of mine closure and restoration of
environment as per Mines & Minerals (Development and Regulation) Act
1957 (MMDR 1957) at the time of closure of the mine has been estimated
on the basis of technical assessment and charged to Statement of Profit
& Loss on the basis of Run of Mine ore production of the mine. The
liability is remitted to a Fund maintained by LIC.
3.3 Pre-paid Expenses:
Expenses are accounted under prepaid expenses only where the amounts
relating to unexpired period exceed Rs.2,00,000/- in each case.
3.4 Prior period adjustments:
Income/Expenditure relating to prior period of over Rs 2,00,000/- in
each case arising out of errors and omissions are accounted as prior
period adjustments.
3.5 Insurance Claims:
Insurance claims are accounted as under:
In case of transit insurance-on the basis of claim lodged with the
Insurance Company.
In case of other Insurance - on the basis of Survey reports received.
Differences between insurance claims accounted for and actual receipt
are accounted as Miscellaneous Expenditure / Income in the year of
settlement.
Mar 31, 2011
A. BASIS OF ACCOUNTING
The Company prepares its financial statements as a going concern, under
historical cost convention and on accrual basis, in accordance with the
generally accepted accounting principles.
B. BALANCE SHEET
1. FIXED ASSETS:
1.1 Fixed Assets are stated at historical cost.
1.2 Assets acquired / constructed by the Company with the subsidy
sanctioned by Iron Ore Mines Labour Welfare Cess Fund are capitalised
to the extent of cost to the Company. However, the work-in-progress and
the subsidy thereon are shown separately till capitalisation.
1.3 The fixed assets acquired against Govt. Grants are shown in the
Balance Sheet after deducting the grant received. However, where the
grant received is equal to the cost of the asset, such asset is shown
at a nominal value of Re.1/- per asset.
1.4 The Insurance Spares which can only be used in connection with an
item of Fixed Asset and whose use is expected to be irregular, are
capitalised and depreciated from the date of acquisition over the
balance useful life of the respective assets.
2. DEPRECIATION:
2.1 Depreciation is charged on straight-line method based on the life
of the assets determined by technical assessment. The rates are equal
to or higher than those prescribed in Schedule-XIV to the Companies
Act, 1956. In the case of assets acquired before 01.04.1987
depreciation is continued to be provided at the rates based on the
lives adopted earlier.
2.2 Depreciation is charged on pro-rata monthly basis on additions /
disposals of assets during the year taking the first day of the month
for acquisition / commissioning and the last day of the month for
disposals.
2.3 In respect of additions forming an integral part of an existing
asset, depreciation is charged over the remaining useful life of the
asset. In case the asset is already fully depreciated, such additions
are depreciated in full.
2.4 Cost of leasehold land is amortized over the period of lease.
2.5 The life of the assets constructed on leasehold land is restricted
to the lease period except in case of mining projects.
3. EXPENDITURE DURING CONSTRUCTION:
3.1 Development expenses (pre-construction period expenses) and
Expenses on removal of overburden and preparation of mining benches are
amortized in ten annual instalments from the date of commencement of
production.
3.2 Expenditure incurred on supervision during the construction period
in respect of projects for expansion of existing facilities or creation
of new facilities are treated as period costs and charged to revenue.
Further, all administrative expenses incurred during the period of
delay in the construction and commissioning of facilities beyond the
period contemplated by Detailed Project Report are similarly treated as
revenue and charged to the Profit & Loss Account.
3.3 In respect of those projects under construction necessitating
selection of a different technology than originally envisaged, for the
reasons beyond the control of the management, the cumulative
administrative expenses incurred on such projects having no other
useful purpose till the date of the decision to go in for the new
technology are charged to the profit and loss account for the year
during which the relevant decision is taken. Further, all
administrative expenses incurred on such projects subsequently till the
new technology is identified are also treated as revenue and charged to
the profit and loss account of the year in which they are incurred.
3.4 In the case of projects abandoned in the mid way due to unforeseen
circumstances beyond the control of the management, the cumulative
administrative expenditure incurred on such projects up to the date of
abandonment are charged to the profit and loss account during the year
of abandonment.
4. INVESTMENTS:
Long-term investments are stated at cost. A provision for diminution is
made to recognise the decline in value, other than temporary, on an
individual investment basis.
5. INVENTORIES:
Items of inventories as certified by the Management are valued on the
basis mentioned below:
5.1 Finished Goods : At cost OR Net Realisable value whichever is
lower.
5.2 Work-in-process : At cost OR Net Realisable value whichever is
lower.
5.3 Raw materials : At cost on weighted average method.
5.4 Stores & Spares : At cost on weighted average method. However,
Stationery, Medical, Canteen, School stores, Cotton Waste, Hospital
stores and lab stores (excluding for R & D Lab): charged off to Revenue
on procurement.
5.5 Stores & spares not moved for 5 years and above and identified as
obsolete by technical assessment : At Re.1 per unit.
5.6 Stores-in-Transit : At cost.
5.7 Loose Tools & Implements : At cost on weighted average method.
5.8 No credit is taken in the Accounts in respect of :
5.8.1 Stock of run of mine ore, embedded ore and slimes in case of Iron
Ore.
5.8.2 Stock of run of mine ore generated during construction period
pending assessment of quality and saleability.
5.8.3 Partly used stores and spares kept in stores.
5.8.4 Surplus/Obsolete stores and spares determined and not disposed
of.
6. FOREIGN CURRENCY TRANSACTIONS:
6.1 Foreign Currency Transactions are accounted for at the exchange
rates prevailing on the date of transactions.
6.2 Fixed Assets are translated at the exchange rates on the date of
transaction. The exchange difference in each financial year, up to the
period of settlement is taken to profit & loss account.
6.3 The monetary items in foreign currencies are translated at the
closing exchange rate on the date of balance sheet and gains / losses
thereon adjusted in the Profit & Loss Account.
7. GRANT-IN-AID:
7.1 The grant-in-aid received from Government of India for feasibility
studies and the expenditure incurred thereon are shown separately until
the feasibility expenditure is adjusted against the grant on fruition
or abandonment of the feasibility study.
7.2 The grant-in-aid received from Government of India in respect of
Research & Development is shown after adjusting the amounts utilised.
C. PROFIT & LOSS ACCOUNT
1. REVENUE RECOGNITION:
1.1 Export sales: Export sales are recognized on the date of Bill of
Lading. However, final adjustments are made in the year of receipt of
discharge port analysis.
1.2 Domestic sales: Domestic sales are accounted on the date of Railway
receipt / Lorry receipt / Delivery challan.
1.3 Obsolete Stores & Scrap: Income is accounted on realization basis
in respect of Used / surplus/obsolete/unserviceable materials/ waste
products and scrap.
2. EMPLOYEES BENEFITS:
2.1 Payments under Employees' Family Benefit Scheme:
Under the NMDC Employees' family benefit scheme, monthly payments are
made till the normal date of retirement to the family members of those
employees who are discharged from service due to medical reasons or
death, on deposit of the amount envisaged in the scheme and liability
for the payments are accounted for on the basis of actuarial valuation
and the amount is administered by a separate trust.
2.2 Leave Travel Concession: (Encashment / Availment):
Liability towards encashment / availment of Leave Travel Concession is
accounted for on the basis of actuarial valuation.
2.3 Gratuity:
Gratuity payable to eligible employees is administered by a separate
Trust, which has taken a Group gratuity policy with LIC. Demands made
by the Trust including the annual contribution and risk premium for the
future service gratuity of the LIC policy are charged to Profit & Loss
Account.
2.4 Accrued Leave Salary:
Liability towards Accrued Leave Salary, as at the end of the year is
recognized on the basis of actuarial valuation and the amount is
administered by a separate trust.
2.5 Other Benefits:
Liability towards Long service award, Settlement Allowance and Post
Retirement Medical Facilities to employees as at the end of the year is
recognized on the basis of actuarial valuation. Such amounts towards
Settlement Allowance and Post retirement medical benefits are
administered by a separate trust.
3. GENERAL:
3.1 Research & Development Expenditure:
The expenditure on Fixed Assets relating to Research & Development is
capitalized and depreciated in the same method as any other assets of
the Company. Other Research & Development expenditure of revenue nature
incurred during the year is charged of to Profit & Loss Account.
3.2 Mine Closure Obligation:
The liability to meet the obligation of mine closure and restoration of
environment as per Mines & Minerals (Development and Regulation) Act
1957 (MMDR 1957) at the time of closure of the mine has been estimated
on the basis of technical assessment and charged to Profit & Loss
account on the basis of Run of Mine ore production of the mine. The
liability is remitted to a Fund maintained by LIC.
3.3 Pre-paid Expenses:
Expenses are accounted under prepaid expenses only where the amounts
relating to unexpired period exceed Rs.2,00,000/- in each case.
3.4 Prior period adjustments:
Income/Expenditure relating to prior period of over Rs 2,00,000/- in
each case arising out of errors and omissions are accounted as prior
period adjustments.
3.5 Insurance Claims:
Insurance claims are accounted as under:
In case of transit insurance-on the basis of claim lodged with the
Insurance Company.
In case of other Insurance - on the basis of Survey reports received.
Differences between insurance claims accounted for and actual receipt
are accounted as Miscellaneous Expenditure / Income in the year of
settlement.
4. The value of lease hold land measuring 3021.35 Sq. Mts and 24719.49
Sq. Mts. (previous year 3021.35 Sq. Mts. and 24719.49 Sq. Mts.) taken
from Vizag Port Trust Authorities for construction of Regional office
buildings and Screening Plant respectively has not been brought into
books as the exact amount payable to the lessor during the lease period
of land is not ascertainable under the terms of lease agreement.
However, the yearly rent payable in this regard is charged off in the
accounts.
Depreciation in respect of Roads, Buildings, Culverts, Bridges, Plant &
Machinery and Electrical Installations constructed on the land referred
to above has been provided, restricting the life to the lease period.
5. The value of land of 114.01 hectares taken over from District
Industries Centre, Jagdalpur for construction of Steel Plant near
Nagarnar has not been brought into the books as the amount payable is
not ascertainable in the absence of any demand from the concerned
authorities.
7. The land on which Cess Fund Quarters were constructed prior to
1984-85 was leased out to Cess Fund Authorities.
8. The ownership of Cess Fund assets constructed prior to 1984-85
vests with the Cess Fund Authorities. However, as per agreement with
Cess Fund Authorities, the quarters constructed after 1984-85 shall
remain charged in their favour.
9. The schedule does not include assets of Rs. 436.62 lakhs and
services of Rs. 394.71 lakhs received as grant from United Nations
Development Programme by the erstwhile SIIL towards first plant at
Paloncha.
10. Formal agreements / Transfer deeds remain to be executed in
respect of the following:
(a) Renewal of Mining Leases at Deposit 10 (Float Ore) & Panna &
Donimalai.
(b) Lease deeds in respect of parts of land for township at
Bailadila-5, Bacheli and Bailadila-14, Kirandul.
(c) Lease deeds in respect of land for Screening Plant at
Visakhapatnam.
(d) Mining lease to the extent of 22.00 hectares of Silica Sand Plant
near Lalapur (Allahabad).
(e) Lease in respect of a portion of the total land at R&D Center
measuring 10.96 acres has expired during Feb 07 (7.0 acres) and the
balance in Feb 2010 (3.96 acres). The process of renewal of the lease
is under progress.
(f) Land purchased at Paloncha to the extent of 100.27 acres from the
official liquidator of AP Steels Ltd attached to Hon'ble High court of
Andhra Pradesh.
(g) Only Provisional allotment letters issued for the land to the
extent of 13.43 acres purchased from M/s APIIL at Industrial park,
Paloncha.
10. Segment Reporting
The Management evaluates the Company's performance and allocates the
resources based on analysis of various performance indicators by
business / product segments i.e.,
i) Iron Ore
ii) Other minerals & services
The inter segment transfers are accounted for at market prices as
charged to other customers and the same are offsetted in consolidation.
Mar 31, 2010
A. BASIS OF ACCOUNTING
The Company prepares its financial statements as a going concern, under
historical cost convention and on accrual basis, in accordance with the
generally accepted accounting principles.
B. BALANCE SHEET
1. FIXED ASSETS:
1.1 Fixed Assets are stated at historical cost.
1.2 Assets acquired / constructed by the Company with the subsidy
sanctioned by Iron Ore Mines Labour Welfare Cess Fund are capitalised
to the extent of cost to the Company. However, the work-in-progress and
the subsidy thereon are shown separately till capitalisation,
1.3 The fixed assets acquired against Govt. Grants are shown in the
Balance Sheet after deducting the grant received. However, where the
grant received is equal to the cost of the asset, such asset is shown
at a nominal value of Re.1/- per asset.
1.4 The Insurance Spares which can only be used in connection with an
item of Fixed Asset and whose use is expected to be irregular, are
capitalised and depreciated from the date of acquisition over the
balance useful life of the respective assets.
2. DEPRECIATION:
2.1 Depreciation is charged on straight-line method based on the life
of the assets determined by technical assessment. The rates are equal
to or. higher than those prescribed in Schedule-XIV to the Companies
Act, 1956. In the case of assets acquired before 01.04.1987
depreciation is continued to be provided at the rates based on the
lives adopted earlier.
2.2 Depreciation is charged on pro-rata monthly basis on additions /
disposals of assets during the year taking the first day of the month
for acquisition / commissioning and the last day of the month for
disposals.
2.3 In respect of additions forming an integral part of an existing
asset, depreciation is charged over the remaining useful life of the
asset. In case the asset is already fully depreciated, such additions
are depreciated in full.
2.4 Cost of leasehold land is amortized over the period of lease.
2.5 The life of the assets constructed on leasehold land is restricted
to the lease period except in case of mining projects.
3 EXPENDITURE DURING CONSTRUCTION:
3.1 Development expenses (pre-construction period expenses) and
Expenses on removal of overburden and preparation of mining benches are
amortized in ten annual instalments from the date of commencement of
production.
3.2 Expenditure incurred on supervision during the construction period
in respect of projects for expansion of existing facilities or creation
of new facilities are treated as period costs and charged to revenue.
Further, ail administrative expenses incurred during the period of
delay in the construction and commissioning of facilities beyond the
period contemplated by Detailed Project Report are similarly treated as
revenue and charged to the Profit & Loss Account.
3.3 In respect of those projects under construction necessitating
selection of a different technology than originally envisaged, for the
reasons beyond the control of the management, the cumulative
administrative expenses incurred on such projects having no other
useful purpose till the date of the decision, to go in for the new
technology are charged to the profit and loss account Tor the year
during which the relevant decision is taken. Further, all
administrative expenses incurred on such projects subsequently till the
new technology is identified are also treated as revenue and charged to
the profit and loss account of the year in which they are incurred.
3.4 In the case of projects abandoned in the mid way due to unforeseen
circumstances beyond the control of the management, the cumulative
administrative expenditure incurred on such projects up to the date of
abandonment are charged to the profit and loss account during the year
of abandonment.
4 INVESTMENTS:
Long-term investments are stated at cost, A provision for diminution is
made to recognise the decline in value, other than temporary, on an
individual investment basis.
5 INVENTORIES:
Items of inventories is certified by the Management are valued on the
basis mentioned below:
5.1 Finished Goods : At cost OR Net Realisable value whichever is
lower.
5.2 Work-in-process : At cost OR Net Realisable value whichever is
lower.
5.3 Work in process-Consuitancy Contract job : At cost
5.4 Stores & Spares
At cost on weighted average method. However, Stationery, Medical,
Canteen School stores, Cotton Waste Hospital stores and lab stores
(excluding for R&D Lab): charged off to Revenue on procurement.
5.5 Stores & spares not moved for 5 years and above and identified as
obsolete bv technical assessment At Re.1 per unit.
5.6 Stores-in-Transit : At cost.
5.7 Loose Tools & Implements : At cost on weighted average method.
5.8 No credit is taken in the Accounts in respect of :
5.8.1 Stock of run of mine ore, embedded ore low grade ore of
Kumaraswamy Mine and slimes in case of Iron Ore.
5.8.2 Stock of run of mine ore generated during construction period
pending assessment- of quality and saleability.
5.8.3 Partly used stores and spares kept in stores.
5.8.4 Surplus/Obsolete stores and spares determined and not disposed
of. 6. FOREIGN CURRENCY TRANSACTIONS:
6.1 Foreign Currency Transactions are accounted for at the exchange
rates prevailing on the date of transactions... t
6.2 Fixed Assets,are translated at the exchange rates on the date of
transaction. The exchange difference in each financial year, up to the
period of settlement is taken to profit & loss account.
6.3 The monetary items in foreign cur encies are translated at the
closing exchange rate on the date of balance sheet and gains /losses
thereon adjusted in the Profit & Loss Account.
7. GRANT-IN-AID:
7.1 The grant-in-aid received from Government of India for feasibility
studies and the expenditure incurred thereon are shown separately until
the feasibility expenditure is adjusted against the grant on fruition
or abandonment of the feasibility study.
7.2 The grant-in-aid received from Government of India in respect of
Research & Development is shown after adjusting the amounts utilised.