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Mar 31, 2016

1. CORPORATE INFORMATION

Panoramic Universal Limited (the “Company”) provide hospitality, tours and travels and information technology services. The hospitality portfolio consists of domestic hotels. The Company''s registered office is in Mumbai.

2. SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES:

a) Basis of Accounting:

The financial statements have been prepared in accordance with the Generally Accepted Accounting Principles in India (''Indian GAAP'') to comply with the Accounting Standards specified under Section 133 of the Companies Act, 2013, read with Rule 7 of the Companies (Accounts) Rules, 2014 and the relevant provisions of the Companies Act, 2013. The financial statements have been prepared under the historical cost convention on accrual basis on going concern basis. The accounting policies adopted in the preparation of financial statements are consistent with those of previous year.

b) Use of estimates:

The preparation of financial statements requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported balances of assets and liabilities and disclosures relating to contingent liabilities as at the date of the financial statements and the reported amounts of incomes and expenses during the year. Future results may differ from these estimates. Estimates and underlying assumptions are reviewed on an ongoing basis. Revisions to accounting estimates are recognized in the period in which the estimate is revised and future periods affected. Further results could differ due to change in these estimates and the difference between the actual result and the estimates are recognized in the period in which the results are known / materialize.

c) Fixed Assets:

Fixed assets are stated at historical cost less depreciation inclusive of taxes, duties, freights and any directly attributable cost of bringing the asset to its working condition for the intended use up to the date of commissioning for operation, attributable to acquisition / construction of the concerned assets.

Capital work-in-progress includes cost of assets not ready for use, advances, expenditure incurred and interest on funds deployed.

Expenditure incurred on renovation/ improvement/replacement/repairs in or in relation to existing facility, structure, plant or equipments are charged off to revenue except in situation where these results in a long term economic benefit, in which cases these are capitalized. Where there is extension to building or increase in capacity of equipment and plant, the amounts incurred thereon are capitalized.

d) Depreciation/Amortization:

In respect of fixed assets (other than freehold land and capital work-in-progress) acquired during the year, depreciation / amortization is charged on a straight line basis so as to write-off the cost of the assets over the useful lives prescribed in Schedule II to the Companies Act 2013 and for the assets acquired prior to April 1, 2014, the carrying amount as on April 1, 2014 is depreciated over the remaining useful life based on an evaluation. Except in the case of software in excess of ? 25,000 which is amortized over a period of 120 months or on the basis of estimated useful life whichever is lower.

e) Deferred Expenses:

Upfront lease rentals paid towards the entire tenure of the lease rent is being amortized over the lease period

f) Pre-operative expenses:

Expenses incurred on setting up a Representative Office at Dubai (UAE) will be written off on commencement of commercial activities at the said Office

g) Investments:

Investments, which are readily realizable and intended to be held for not more than one year from the date on which such investments are made, are classified as current investments. All other investments are classified as noncurrent investments.

h) Inventories:

Inventories of food materials and beverages, stores and supplies are valued at Lower of Cost or Net Realizable Value. Cost is determined using First-In-First-Out Method.

i) Employees Benefits:

Post - employment benefit plans Contributions to defined contribution retirements benefit schemes are recognized as an expense when employees have rendered services entitling to contributions.

For defined benefit schemes, the cost of providing benefits is determined using the Project Unit Credit Method, with actuarial valuations at the balance sheet date, carried out by an independent actuary.

Gratuity is a defined benefit scheme and is accrued based on actuarial valuations at the balance sheet date, carried out by an independent actuary. Actuarial gains and losses are charged to the Statement of Profit and Loss.

Leave encashment is another long term employee benefit and is accrued based on actuarial valuations at the balance sheet date, carried out by an independent actuary. The Company accrues for the expected cost of short term compensated absences in the period in which the employee renders services.

Contributions payable to the recognized provident fund, which is a defined contribution scheme, are charged to the Statement of Profit and Loss.

The company has taken an Employees'' New

Group Gratuity (Cash Accumulation) Scheme from the LIC of India to cover gratuity liability of its employees. The premium paid to LIC of India is debited to gratuity payable as appearing in the books of account, j) Revenue recognition:

- Products

Revenues from the sale of software products are recognized upon delivery/deemed delivery, which is when title passes to the customer, along with risk and rewards. Revenues from product sales are shown as net of levy (if any) and applicable discounts. -Services

In respect of Hospitality business, income comprising of Room Rentals, Food and Beverages and allied services relating to hotel operations are recognized when actual services are rendered.

- Others

Interest is recognized using the time-proportion method, based on rates implicit in the transaction. Dividend income is recognized where the Company''s right to receive dividend is established.

Revenue / Sales exclude taxes such as Luxury tax, Service tax, Value Added Tax (VAT), etc. and discounts (if any), k) Taxation:

Tax expense comprises current and deferred taxes.

Current tax is the amount of tax payable on the taxable income for the year as determined in accordance with the provisions of the Income Tax Act, 1961. Advance taxes and provision for current income taxes are presented in the balance sheet after offsetting against each other.

Deferred tax is recognized, on timing differences, being the difference between taxable incomes and accounting income that originate in one period and are capable of reversal in one or more subsequent periods. Deferred tax assets in respect of Employee benefits, is recognized if there is virtual certainty that there will be sufficient future taxable income available to realize such losses.

Deferred tax assets and liabilities are measured based on the tax rates that are expected to apply in the period when asset is realized or the liability is settled, based on tax rates and tax laws that have been enacted or substantially enacted by the balance sheet date.

I) Impairment of assets:

The Company makes an assessment of any indicator that may lead to impairment of assets on an annual basis. An asset is treated as an impaired when the carrying cost of the asset exceeds its recoverable value, which is higher of net selling price and value in use. Any Impairment loss is charged to profit and loss account in the year in which it is identified as impaired in accordance with Accounting Standard 28 issued by the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India,

m) Foreign Currency Transactions:

Transactions arising from export of software, investment in overseas wholly-owned subsidiaries and remittances to overseas branches during the year have been translated into Indian Rupees at the exchange rate prevailing on the date of the particular transaction. Foreign currency monetary assets and liabilities other than net investment in non-integral foreign operations are translated at the exchange rate prevailing on the balance sheet date and exchange gain and loss are recognized in the Statement of Profit and Loss.

In respect of income and expenditure at the overseas branches, month-end exchange rates have been adopted,

n) Accounting for Provisions, Contingent Liabilities and Contingent Assets:

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

These are reviewed at each Balance Sheet date and are adjusted to reflect the current best estimates. Contingent Liabilities are not recognized in the financial statements but are disclosed by way of Notes forming part of the Financial Statements. The Contingent Assets are neither recognized nor disclosed in the financial statements,

o) Cash and cash equivalents:

The Company considers all highly liquid financial instruments which are readily convertible into cash and have original maturities of three months or less from the date of purchase to be cash equivalents,

p) Earnings per Share:

The Company reports basic and diluted Earnings per share (EPS) in accordance with Accounting Standard - 20 on “Earnings per Share”. Basic EPS is computed by dividing the net profit or loss for the year by the weighted average number of equity shares outstanding during the year. Diluted EPS is computed by dividing the net profit or loss for the year by the weighted average number of equity shares outstanding during the year as adjusted for the effects of all dilutive potential equity shares, except where the results are anti-dilutive,

q) Borrowing Costs:

Borrowing costs (less any income on the temporary investments of those borrowings) that are directly attributable to qualifying asset / project work-in-progress are charged over such qualifying asset / work in- progress, balance (if any) charged to statement of profit and loss.

one vote per share held. In the event of liquidation, the equity shareholders are eligible to receive the remaining assets of the Company after distribution of all preferential amounts, in proportion to their shareholding.

Preference Shares

Preference shares would be redeemable at par at any time within twenty years from the date of allotment i.e. January 08, 2008, at the option of the Company and the Company may apply any profits or money of the Company which may lawfully be applied for the purpose, of redemption of the Redeemable Preference Shares and the Board may determine the manner/procedures for redemption at its discretion as it may deem fit. These shares would carry dividend of 7% per annum.


Mar 31, 2015

A) Basis of Accounting:

The financial statements have been prepared in accordance with the Generally Accepted Accounting Principles in India ('Indian GAAP') to comply with the Accounting Standards specified under Section 133 of the Companies Act, 2013, read with Rule 7 of the Companies (Accounts) Rules, 2014 and the relevant provisions of the Companies Act, 2013. The financial statements have been prepared under the historical cost convention on accrual basis on going concern basis. The accounting policies adopted in the preparation of financial statements are consistent with those of previous year.

b) Use of estimates:

The preparation of financial statements requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported balances of assets and liabilities and disclosures relating to contingent liabilities as at the date of the financial statements and the reported amounts of incomes and expenses during the year. Future results may differ from these estimates. Estimates and underlying assumptions are reviewed on an ongoing basis. Revisions to accounting estimates are recognized in the period in which the estimate is revised and future periods affected. Further results could differ due to change in these estimates and the difference between the actual result and the estimates are recognised in the period in which the results are known / materialise.

c) Fixed Assets:

Fixed assets are stated at historical cost less depreciation inclusive of taxes, duties, freights and any directly attributable cost of bringing the asset to its working condition for the intended use up to the date of commissioning for operation, attributable to acquisition / construction of the concerned assets.

Capital work-in-progress includes cost of assets not ready for use, advances, expenditure incurred and interest on funds deployed.

Expenditure incurred on renovation/improvement/ replacement/repairs in or in relation to existing facility, structure, plant or equipments are charged off to revenue except in situation where these results in a long term economic benefit, in which cases these are capitalized. Where there is extension to building or increase in capacity of equipment and plant, the amounts incurred thereon are capitalized.

d) Depreciation / Amortisation:

In respect of fixed assets (other than freehold land and capital work-in-progress) acquired during the year, depreciation / amortisation is charged on a straight line basis so as to write-off the cost of the assets over the useful lives prescribed in Schedule II to the Companies Act 2013 and for the assets acquired prior to April 1, 2014, the carrying amount as on April 1,2014 is depreciated over the remaining useful life based on an evaluation. Except in the case of software in excess of Rs.25,000 which is amortised over a period of 120 months or on the basis of estimated useful life whichever is lower.

e) Investments:

Investments, which are readily realisable and intended to be held for not more than one year from the date on which such investments are made, are classified as current investments. All other investments are classified as non-current investments.

f) Inventories:

Inventories of food materials and beverages, stores and supplies are valued at Lower of Cost or Net Realizable Value. Cost is determined using First-In- First-Out Method.

g) Employees Benefits:

Post - employment benefit plans Contributions to defined contribution retirements benefit schemes are recognized as an expense when employees have rendered services entitling to contributions.

For defined benefit schemes, the cost of providing benefits is determined using the Project Unit Credit Method, with actuarial valuations at the balance sheet date, carried out by an independent actuary.

Gratuity is a defined benefit scheme and is accrued based on actuarial valuations at the balance sheet date, carried out by an independent actuary. Actuarial gains and losses are charged to the Statement of Profit and Loss.

Leave encashment is another long term employee benefit and is accrued based on actuarial valuations at the balance sheet date, carried out by an independent actuary. The Company accrues for the expected cost of short term compensated absences in the period in which the employee renders services.

Contributions payable to the recognized provident fund, which is a defined contribution scheme, are charged to the Statement of Profit and Loss.

The Company has taken an Employees' New Group Gratuity (Cash Accumulation) Scheme from the LIC of India to cover gratuity liability of its employees. The premium paid to LIC of India is debited to gratuity payable as appearing in the books of account.

h) Revenue recognition:

* Products

Revenues from the sale of software products are recognised upon delivery/deemed delivery, which is when title passes to the customer, along with risk and rewards

Revenues from product sales are shown as net of levy (if any) and applicable discounts.

* Services

In respect of Hospitality business, income comprising of Room Rentals, Food and Beverages and allied services relating to hotel operations are recognized when actual services are rendered.

* Others

Interest is recognized using the time-proportion method, based on rates implicit in the transaction. Dividend income is recognized where the Company's right to receive dividend is established.

Revenue / Sales exclude taxes such as Luxury tax, Service tax, Value Added Tax (VAT), etc. and discounts (if any).

I) Taxation:

Tax expense comprises current and deferred taxes.

Current tax is the amount of tax payable on the taxable income for the year as determined in accordance with the provisions of the Income Tax Act, 1961. Advance taxes and provision for current income taxes are presented in the balance sheet after off-setting against each other.

Deferred tax is recognised, on timing differences, being the difference between taxable incomes and accounting income that originate in one period and are capable of reversal in one or more subsequent periods.

Deferred tax assets in respect of Employee benefits, is recognised if there is virtual certainty that there will be sufficient future taxable income available to realise such losses.

Deferred tax assets and liabilities are measured based on the tax rates that are expected to apply in the period when asset is realised or the liability is settled, based on tax rates and tax laws that have been enacted or substantially enacted by the balance sheet date.

j) Impairment of assets:

The Company makes an assessment of any indicator that may lead to impairment of assets on an annual basis. An asset is treated as an impaired when the carrying cost of the asset exceeds its recoverable value, which is higher of net selling price and value in use. Any Impairment loss is charged to profit and loss account in the year in which it is identified as impaired in accordance with Accounting Standard 28 issued by the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India.

k) Foreign Currency Transactions:

Transactions arising from export of software, investment in overseas wholly-owned subsidiaries and remittances to overseas branches during the year have been translated into Indian Rupees at the exchange rate prevailing on the date of the particular transaction. Foreign currency monetary assets and liabilities other then net investment in non-integral foreign operations are translated at the exchange rate prevailing on the balance sheet date and exchange gain and loss are recognised in the Statement of Profit and Loss.

In respect of income and expenditure at the overseas branches, month-end exchange rates have been adopted.

l) Accounting for Provisions, Contingent

Liabilities and Contingent Assets:

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

These are reviewed at each Balance Sheet date and are adjusted to refect the current best estimates. Contingent Liabilities are not recognised in the financial statements but are disclosed by way of Notes forming part of the Financial Statements. The Contingent Assets are neither recognised nor disclosed in the financial statements.

m) Cash and cash equivalents:

The Company considers all highly liquid financial instruments which are readily convertible into cash and have original maturities of three months or less from the date of purchase to be cash equivalents.

n) Earnings per Share:

The Company reports basic and diluted Earnings per share (EPS) in accordance with Accounting Standard - 20 on "Earnings per Share". Basic EPS is computed by dividing the net profit or loss for the year by the weighted average number of equity shares outstanding during the year. Diluted EPS is computed by dividing the net profit or loss for the year by the weighted average number of equity shares outstanding during the year as adjusted for the effects of all dilutive potential equity shares, except where the results are anti-dilutive.

o) Borrowing Costs:

Borrowing costs (less any income on the temporary investments of those borrowings) that are directly attributable to qualifying asset / project work-in- progress are charged over such qualifying asset / work in- progress, balance (if any) charged to statement of profit and loss.


Mar 31, 2014

A) Basis of Accounting:

The financial statements are prepared under the historical cost convention on an accrual basis of accounting in accordance with the generally accepted accounting principles; Accounting Standards notified under Section 211(3C) of the Companies Act, 1956 and the relevant provisions thereof on going concern basis.

b) Use of estimates:

The preparation of financial statements requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported balances of assets and liabilities and disclosures relating to contingent liabilities as at the date of the financial statements and the reported amounts of incomes and expenses during the year. Examples of such estimates include provision for doubtful receivables, employee benefits, provision for income taxes, accounting for contract costs expected to be incurred, the useful lives of depreciable fixed assets and provision for impairment. Future results may differ from these estimates. Estimates and underlying assumptions are reviewed on an ongoing basis. Revisions to accounting estimates are recognized in the period in which the estimate is revised and future periods affected.

c) Fixed Assets:

Fixed assets are stated at historical cost less depreciation inclusive of taxes, duties, freights and any directly attributable cost of bringing the asset to its working condition for the intended use up to the date of commissioning for operation, attributable to acquisition/construction of the concerned assets.

Capital work-in-progress includes cost of assets not ready for use, advances, expenditure incurred and interest on funds deployed.

Expenditure incurred on renovation/ improvement/replacement/repairs in or in relation to existing facility, structure, plant or equipments are charged off to revenue except in situation where these results in a long term economic benefit, in which cases these are capitalized. Where there is extension to building or increase in capacity of equipment and plant, the amounts incurred thereon are capitalized.

d) Depreciation and Amortisation:

The Company has provided for Depreciation using Straight Line Method, at the rates specified in Schedule XIV of Companies Act, 1956 except in the case of software in excess of Rs. 25,000 which is amortised over a period of 120 months or on the basis of estimated useful life whichever is lower.

e) Investments:

Investments, which are readily realisable and intended to be held for not more than one year from the date on which such investments are made, are classified as current investments. All other investments are classified as non-current investments.

Current investments are carried in the financial statements at lower of cost or fair value determined on an individual investment basis. Non-Current Investments are carried at cost, provision for diminution in value is made to recognise a decline other than temporary in the value of the investments.

f) Inventories:

Inventories of food materials and beverages, stores and supplies are valued at Lower of Cost or Net Realizable Value. Cost is determined using First-In-First-Out Method.

g) Employees Benefit:

Post - employment benefit plans Contributions to defined contribution retirements benefit schemes are recognized as an expense when employees have rendered services entitling to contributions.

For defined benefit schemes, the cost of providing benefits is determined using the Project Unit Credit Method, with actuarial valuations at the balance sheet date, carried out by an independent actuary.

Gratuity is a defined benefit scheme and is accrued based on actuarial valuations at the balance sheet date, carried out by an independent actuary. Actuarial gains and losses are charged to the Statement of Profit and Loss.

Leave encashment is another long term employee benefit and is accrued based on actuarial valuations at the balance sheet date, carried out by an independent actuary. The Company accrues for the expected cost of short term compensated absences in the period in which the employee renders services. Contributions payable to the recognized provident fund, which is a defined contribution scheme, are charged to the Statement of Profit and Loss.

h) Revenue recognition:

* Products

Revenues from the sale of software products are recognised upon delivery/deemed delivery, which is when title passes to the customer, along with risk and rewards.

* Services

In respect of Hospitality business, income comprising of Room Rentals, Food and Beverages and allied services relating to hotel operations are recognized when actual services are rendered.

* Others

Profit on sale of investments is recorded upon transfer of title by the Company. Investments other than in subsidiaries and associates have been determined and accounted as per Accounting Standards (AS 13) on "Accounting for Investments". Interest is recognized using the time-proportion method, based on rates implicit in the transaction.

Dividend income is recognized where the Company''s right to receive dividend is established.

Income / Sales exclude taxes such as Luxury tax, Service tax, Value Added Tax (VAT), etc. and discounts (if any).

i) Taxation:

Tax expense comprises current and deferred taxes.

Current tax is the amount of tax payable on the taxable income for the year as determined in accordance with the provisions of the Income Tax Act, 1961. Advance taxes and provision for current income taxes are presented in the balance sheet after off-setting against each other.

Deferred tax is recognised, on timing differences, being the difference between taxable incomes and accounting income that originate in one period and are capable of reversal in one or more subsequent periods.

Deferred tax assets in respect of Employee benefits, is recognised if there is virtual certainty that there will be sufficient future taxable income available to realise such losses.

Deferred tax assets and liabilities are measured based on the tax rates that are expected to apply in the period when asset is realised or the liability is settled, based on tax rates and tax laws that have been enacted or substantially enacted by the balance sheet date.

j) Impairment of assets:

The Company makes an assessment of any indicator that may lead to impairment of assets on an annual basis. An asset is treated as an impaired when the carrying cost of the asset exceeds its recoverable value, which is higher of net selling price and value in use. Any Impairment loss is charged to profit and loss account in the year in which it is identified as impaired in accordance with Accounting Standard 28 issued by the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India.

k) Foreign Currency Transactions:

Transactions arising from export of software, investment in overseas wholly-owned subsidiaries and remittances to overseas branches during the year have been translated into Indian Rupees at the exchange rate prevailing on the date of the particular transaction. Foreign currency monetary assets and liabilities other then net investment in non-integral foreign operations are translated at the exchange rate prevailing on the balance sheet date and exchange gain and loss are recognised in the Statement of Profit and Loss.

In respect of income and expenditure at the overseas branches, month-end exchange rates have been adopted.

l) Preliminary Expenditure:

Preliminary Expenditure has been written off over a period of five years.

m) Accounting for Provisions, Contingent Liabilities and Contingent Assets:

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

These are reviewed at each Balance Sheet date and are adjusted to reflect the current best estimates. Contingent Liabilities are not recognised in the financial statements but are disclosed by way of Notes forming part of the Financial Statements. The Contingent Assets are neither recognised nor disclosed in the financial statements. n) Cash and cash equivalents:

The Company considers all highly liquid financial instruments which are readily convertible into cash and have original maturities of three months or less from the date of purchase to be cash equivalents. n) Earnings per Share:

The Company reports basic and diluted Earnings per share (EPS) in accordance with Accounting Standard - 20 on "Earnings per Share". Basic EPS is computed by dividing the net profit or loss for the year by the weighted average number of equity shares outstanding during the year. Diluted EPS is computed by dividing the net profit or loss for the year by the weighted average number of equity shares outstanding during the year as adjusted for the effects of all dilutive potential equity shares, except where the results are anti-dilutive.


Mar 31, 2013

A) Basis of Accounting:

The financial statements are prepared under the historical cost convention on an accrual basis of accounting in accordance with the generally accepted accounting principles, Accounting Standards notified under Section 211 (3C) of the Companies Act, 1956 and the relevant provisions thereof on going concern basis.

b) Use of estimates:

The preparation of financial statements requires management to make judgments, estimates and assumptions, that affect the application of accounting policies and the reported amounts of assets and liabilities and disclosures of contingent liabilities at the date of these financial statements and the reported amounts of revenues and expenses for the years presented. Actual results may differ from these estimates. Estimates and underlying assumptions are reviewed on an ongoing basis. Revisions to accounting estimates are recognized in the period in which the estimate is revised and future periods affected.

c) Fixed Assets:

Fixed assets are stated at historical cost less depreciation inclusive of taxes, duties, freights and any directly attributable cost of bringing the asset to its working condition for the intended use up to the date of commissioning for operation, attributable to acquisition / construction of the concerned assets.

Capital work-in-progress includes cost of assets not ready for use, advances, expenditure incurred and interest on funds deployed.

Expenditure incurred on renovation/ improvement/replacement/repairs in or in relation to existing facility, structure, plant or equipments are charged off to revenue except in situation where these results in a long term economic benefit, in which cases these are capitalized. Where there is extension to building or increase in capacity of equipment and plant, the amounts incurred thereon are capitalized.

d) Depreciation and Amortisation:

The Company has provided for Depreciation using Straight Line Method, at the rates specified in Schedule XIV of Companies Act ,1956 except in the case of software in excess of Rs. 25,000 is amortised over a period of 120 months or on the basis of estimated useful life whichever is lower.

e) Investments:

Non-current investments are carried at cost of acquisition. However, provision for diminution in value of investments is made to recognise a decline, other than temporary, in the value of investments. Current investments are carried at the lower of cost and fair value.

f) Inventories:

Inventories of food materials and beverages, stores and supplies are valued at Lower of Cost or Net Realizable Value. Cost is determined using First-In-First-Out Method.

g) Employees Benefit:

Post - employment benefit plans

Contributions to defined contribution retirements benefits schemes are recognized as an expense when employees have rendered services entitling to contributions.

For defined benefit schemes, the cost of providing benefits is determined using the Project Unit Credit Method, with actuarial valuations at the balance sheet date, carried out by an independent actuary.

Gratuity is a defined benefit scheme and is accrued based on actuarial valuations at the balance sheet date, carried out by an independent actuary. Actuarial gains and losses are charged to the Statement of Profit and Loss.

Leave encashment is another long term employee benefit and is accrued based on actuarial valuations at the balance sheet date, carried out by an independent actuary. The Company accrues for the expected cost of short term compensated absences in the period in which the employee renders services.

Contributions payable to the recognized provident fund, which is a defined contribution scheme, are charged to the Statement of Profit and Loss.

h) Revenue recognition:

- Products

Revenues from the sale of software products are recognised upon delivery/deemed delivery, which is when title passes to the customer, along with risk and rewards.

- Services

In respect of Hospitality business, income comprising of Room Rentals, Food and Beverages and allied services relating to hotel operations are recognized when actual services are rendered.

- Others

Profit on sale of investments is recorded upon transfer of title by the Company. Investments other than in subsidiaries and associates have been determined and accounted as per Accounting Standards (AS 13) on "Accounting for Investments".

Interest is recognized using the time- proportion method, based on rates implicit in the transaction.

Dividend income is recognized where the Company''s right to receive dividend is established.

Income / Sales exclude taxes such as Luxury tax, Service tax, Value Added Tax (VAT) etc. and discounts (if any).

i) Taxation:

Tax expense comprises current and deferred taxes.

Current tax is the amount of tax payable on the taxable income for the year as determined in accordance with the provisions of the Income Tax Act, 1961. Current tax is net of credit for entitlement for Minimum Alternative Tax (MAT).

Deferred tax is recognised, on timing differences, being the difference between taxable incomes and accounting income that originate in one period and are capable of reversal in one or more subsequent periods.

Deferred tax assets in respect of Employee benefits, is recognised if there is virtual certainty that there will be sufficient future taxable income available to realise such losses.

Deferred tax assets and liabilities are measured based on the tax rates that are expected to apply in the period when asset is realised or the liability is settled, based on tax rates and tax laws that have been enacted or substantially enacted by the balance sheet date.

j) Impairment of assets:

There was no impairment loss on Fixed Assets on the basis of review carried out by the Management in accordance with Accounting Standard 28 issued by the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India.

k) Foreign Currency Transactions:

Transactions arising from export of software, investment in overseas wholly-owned subsidiaries and remittances to overseas branches during the year have been translated into Indian Rupees at the exchange rate prevailing on the date of the particular transaction. Foreign currency monetary assets and liabilities other then net investment in non- integral foreign operations are translated at the exchange rate prevailing on the balance sheet date and exchange gain and loss are recognised in the Statement of Profit and Loss.

In respect of income and expenditure at the overseas branches, month-end exchange rates have been adopted.

l) Preliminary Expenditure:

Preliminary Expenditure has been written off over a period of five years.

m) Accounting for Provisions, Contingent Liabilities and Contingent Assets:

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

These are reviewed at each Balance Sheet date and are adjusted to reflect the current best estimates. Contingent Liabilities are not recognised in the financial statements but are disclosed by way of Notes forming part of the Financial Statements. The Contingent Assets are neither recognised nor disclosed in the financial statements.

n) Cash and cash equivalents:

The Company considers all highly liquid financial instruments which are readily convertible into cash and have original maturities of three months or less from the date of purchase to be cash equivalents.


Mar 31, 2012

A) Basis of Accounting:

The financial statements are prepared under the historical cost convention on an accrual basis of accounting in accordance with the generally accepted accounting principles, Accounting Standards notified under Section 211 (3C) of the Companies Act, 1956 and the relevant provisions thereof on going concern basis.

b) Use of estimates:

The preparation of financial statements requires management to make judgments, estimates and assumptions, that affect the application of accounting policies and the reported amounts of assets and liabilities and disclosures of contingent liabilities at the date of these financial statements and the reported amounts of revenues and expenses for the years presented. Actual results may differ from these estimates. Estimates and underlying assumptions are reviewed on an ongoing basis. Revisions to accounting estimates are recognized in the period in which the estimate is revised and future periods affected.

c) Fixed Assets:

Fixed assets are stated at historical cost less depreciation inclusive of taxes, duties, freights and any directly attributable cost of bringing the asset to its working condition for the intended use up to the date of commissioning for operation, attributable to acquisition / construction of the concerned assets.

Capital work-in-progress includes cost of assets not ready for use, advances, expenditure incurred and interest on funds deployed.

Expenditure incurred on renovation/ improvement/replacement/repairs in or in relation to existing facility, structure, plant or equipments are charged off to revenue except in situation where these results in a long term economic benefit, in which cases these are capitalized. Where there is extension to building or increase in capacity of equipment & plant, the amounts incurred thereon are capitalized.

d) Depreciation and Amortisation:

The Company has provided for Depreciation using Straight Line Method, at the rates specified in Schedule XIV of Companies Act ,1956 except in the case of software in excess of Rs. 25,000 is amortised over a period of 120 months or on the basis of estimated useful life whichever is lower.

e) Investments:

Non-current investments are carried at cost of acquisition. However, provision for diminution in value of investments is made to recognise a decline, other than temporary, in the value of investments. Current investments are carried at the lower of cost and fair value.

f) Inventories:

Inventories of food materials and beverages, stores and supplies are valued at Lower of Cost or Net Realizable Value. Cost is determined using First-In-First-Out Method.

g) Employees Benefit: Post - employment benefit plans

Contributions to defined contribution retirements benefits schemes are recognized as an expense when employees have rendered services entitling to contributions.

For defined benefit schemes, the cost of providing benefits is determined using the Project Unit Credit Method, with actuarial valuations at the balance sheet date, carried out by an independent actuary.

Gratuity is a defined benefit scheme and is accrued based on actuarial valuations at the balance sheet date, carried out by an independent actuary. Actuarial gains and losses are charged to the profit and loss account.

Leave encashment is another long term employee benefit and is accrued based on actuarial valuations at the balance sheet date, carried out by an independent actuary. The Company accrues for the expected cost of short term compensated absences in the period in which the employee renders services.

Contributions payable to the recognized provident fund, which is a defined contribution scheme, are charged to the profit and loss account.

h) Revenue recognition:

- Products

Revenues from the sale of software products are recognised upon delivery/ deemed delivery, which is when title passes to the customer, along with risk and rewards

- Services

In respect of Hospitality business, income comprising of Room Rentals, Food and Beverages and allied services relating to hotel operations are recognized when actual services are rendered.

- Others

Profit on sale of investments is recorded upon transfer of title by the Company. Investments other than in subsidiaries and associates have been determined and accounted as per Accounting Standards (AS 13) on "Accounting for Investments".

Interest is recognized using the time- proportion method, based on rates implicit in the transaction.

Dividend income is recognized where the Company's right to receive dividend is established Income / Sales exclude taxes such as Luxury tax, Service tax, Value Added Tax (VAT) etc. and discounts (if any).

i) Taxation:

Tax expense comprises current and deferred taxes.

Current tax is the amount of tax payable on the taxable income for the year as determined in accordance with the provisions of the Income Tax Act, 1961. Current tax is net of credit for entitlement for Minimum Alternative Tax (MAT).

Deferred tax is recognised, on timing differences, being the difference between taxable incomes and accounting income that originate in one period and are capable of reversal in one or more subsequent periods.

Deferred tax assets in respect of Employee benefits, unabsorbed depreciation and carry forward of losses are recognised if there is virtual certainty that there will be sufficient future taxable income available to realise such losses.

Deferred tax assets and liabilities are measured based on the tax rates that are expected to apply in the period when asset is realised or the liability is settled, based on tax rates and tax laws that have been enacted or substantially enacted by the balance sheet date.

j) Impairment of assets:

There was no impairment loss on Fixed Assets on the basis of review carried out by the Management in accordance with Accounting Standard 28 issued by the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India.

k) Foreign Currency Transactions:

Transactions arising from export of software, investment in overseas wholly-owned subsidiaries and remittances to overseas branches during the year have been translated into Indian Rupees at the exchange rate prevailing on the date of the particular transaction. Foreign currency monetary assets and liabilities other then net investment in non- integral foreign operations are translated at the exchange rate prevailing on the balance sheet date and exchange gain and loss are recognised in the statement of profit and loss.

In respect of income and expenditure at the overseas branches, month-end exchange rates have been adopted.

l) Preliminary Expenditure:

Preliminary Expenditure has been written off over a period of five years.

m) Accounting for Provisions, Contingent Liabilities and Contingent Assets:

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

These are reviewed at each Balance Sheet date and are adjusted to reflect the current best estimates. Contingent Liabilities are not recognised in the financial statements but are disclosed by way of Notes forming part of the Financial Statements. The Contingent Assets are neither recognised nor disclosed in the financial statements.

n) Cash and cash equivalents:

The Company considers all highly liquid financial instruments which are readily convertible into cash and have original maturities of three months or less from the date of purchase to be cash equivalents.


Mar 31, 2011

A) Basis of Accounting:

In compliance with the accounting standards referred to in Section 211 (3C) and other relevant provisions of the Companies Act 1956 to the extent applicable, the Company follows the accrual system of accounting in general and the historical cost convention in accordance with the generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), on going concern basis.

The preparation of accounting statements in conformity with GAAP requires the management to make assumption and estimates that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities and disclosure of contingent liabilities as at the date of the financial statement and the amounts of income and expenses during the period reported under the financial statements. Any revision to the accounting estimates are recognised prospectively when revised.

b) Fixed Assets:

Fixed assets are stated at historical cost less depreciation inclusive of taxes, duties, freights and any directly attributable cost of bringing the asset to its working condition for the intended use up to the date of commissioning for operation, attributable to acquisition / construction of the concerned assets.

Capital work-in-progress includes cost of assets not ready for use ,advances, expenditure incurred and interest on funds deployed.

Expenditure incurred on renovation/ improvement/replacement/repairs in or in relation to existing facility, structure, plant or equipments are charged off to revenue except in situation where these results in a long term economic benefit, in which cases these are capitalised. Where there is extension to building or increase in capacity of equipment & plant, the amounts incurred thereon are capitalised.

c) Depreciation :

The Company has provided for Depreciation using Straight Line Method,at the Rates specified in Schedule XIV of Companies Act ,1956.

d) Investments:

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

Current investments are carried at the lower of cost and fair value.

e) Inventories:

Inventories of food materials and beverages, stores and supplies are valued at Lower of Cost Or Net Realizable Value.Cost is determined using First-In-First-Out Method.

f) Employees benefit:

Post - employment benefit plans

Contributions to defined contribution retirements benefits schemes are recognized as an expense when employees have rendered services entitling to contributions.

For defined benefit schemes, the cost of providing benefits is determined using the Project Unit Credit Method, with actuarial valuations at the balance sheet date, carried out by an independent actuary.

Gratuity is a defined benefit scheme and is accrued based on actuarial valuations at the balance sheet date, carried out by an independent actuary. Actuarial gains and losses are charged to the profit and loss account.

Leave encashment is another long term employee benefit and is accrued based on actuarial valuations at the balance sheet date, carried out by an independent actuary. The Company accrues for the expected cost of short term compensated absences in the period in which the employee renders services.

Contributions payable to the recognized provident fund, which is a defined contribution scheme, are charged to the profit and loss account.

g) Recognition of income and expenses: Sales and Services :

On time-and-materials contracts, revenue from software development is recognized as the related services are rendered and billed - to clients as per the terms of specific contracts. On fixed -price contracts, revenue is recognized based on the milestones achieved as specified in the contracts on the basis of the work completed.

In respect of Hospitality business, income comprising of room rentals ,food and beverages and allied services relating to hotel operations are recognized when services are rendered.

Income/ sales excludes taxes, such as Luxury Tax, Service Tax, etc.

h) Taxation:

Provision for current year's taxation is based on Minimum Alternate Tax in accordance with the Income Tax Act Under Section 115 JB and Wealth Tax for the year has been provided as per Wealth Tax Act and Rules, 1957

Deferred Tax is recognised on timing difference, being the difference between taxable income and accounting income that originate in one period and are capable of reversal in one or more subsequent periods. Where there is unabsorbed depreciation, or carry forward losses, deferred tax assets are recognized only if there is virtual certainty of realization of such assets.

i) Impairment of assets:

There was no impairment loss on Fixed Assets on the basis of review carried out by the Management in accordance with Accounting Standard 28 issued by the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India.

j) Foreign Currency Transactions:

Transactions arising from export of software, investment in overseas wholly-owned subsidiaries and remittances to overseas branches during the year have been translated into Indian Rupees at the exchange rate prevailing on the date of the particular transaction. Any gain or loss arising from exchange rate fluctuations are recognised in Profit & Loss Account in the period in which they arise.

In respect of income and expenditure at the overseas branches, month -end exchange rates have been adopted.

In March 2009, Ministry of Corporate Affairs issued a Notification amending AS - 11 ,"The effects of Changes in Foreign Exchange Rate". Before the Amendment ,AS-11 required the exchange gain/Loss on the Long term Foreign Currency monetary Assets/Liabilites to be recorded in the Profit and Loss Account.The Amended As-11 provides an irrevocable option to the company to amortise exchange rate fluctuation on the long term foreign currency monetary Assets/Liablities over the life of the Assets/Liabilities.The Company did not elect to exercise this option.

k) Preliminary Expenditure :

Preliminary Expenditure have been written off over a period of five years.

l) Accounting for Provisions, Contingent Liabilities and Contingent Assets:

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

These are reviewed at each Balance Sheet date and are adjusted to reflect the current best estimates. Contingent Liabilities are not recognised in the financial statements but are disclosed by way of Notes to Accounts.The Contingent Assets are neither recognised nor disclosed in the financial statements.


Mar 31, 2010

A) System of Accounting:

In compliance with the accounting standards referred to in Section 211 (3C) and other relevant provisions of the Companies Act. 1956 to the extent applicable, the Company follows the accrual system of accounting in general and the historical cost convention in accordance with the generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), on going concern basis.

The preparation of accounting statements in conformity with GAAP requires the management to make assumption and estimates that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities and disclosure of contingent liabilities as at the date of the financial statement and the amounts of income and expenses during the period reported under the financial statements. Any revision to the accounting estimates are recognised prospectively when revised.

b) Fixed Assets:

Fixed assets are stated at historical cost less depreciation along with taxes, duties, freights and any directly attributable cost of bringing the asset to its working condition for the intended use up to the date of commissioning for operation, attributable to acquisition / construction of the concerned assets.

Capital work-in-progress includes cost of assets not ready for use advances, expenditure incurred and interest on funds deployed.

c) Depreciation and Amortization:

Depreciation on fixed assets has been provided on straight - line method as prescribed in the Schedule XIV to the Companies Act, 1956.

d) Investments:

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

e) Inventories:

Inventories of food materials and beverages, stores and supplies are valued at cost on First-In, First-Out basis

f) Employees benefit:

Post - employment benefit plans

Contributions to defined contribution retirements benefits schemes are recognized as an expense when employees have rendered services entitling to contributions.

For defined benefit schemes, the cost of providing benefits is determined using the Project Unit Credit Method, with actuarial valuations at the balance sheet date, carried out by an independent actuary..

Gratuity is a defined benefit scheme and is accrued based on actuarial valuations at the balance sheet date, carried out by an independent actuary. Actuarial gains and losses are charged to the profit and loss account

Leave encashment is another long term employee benefit and is accrued based on actuarial valuations at the balance sheet date, carried out by an independent actuary. The Company accrues for the expected cost of short term compensated absences in the period in which the employee renders services.

Contributions payable to the recognized provident fund, which is a defined contribution scheme, are charged to the profit and loss account.

g) Recognition of income and expenses: Sales and Services :

On time-and-materials contracts, revenue from software development is recognized as the related services are rendered and billed to clients as per the terms of specific contracts. On fixed -price contracts, revenue is recognized based on the milestones achieved as specified in the contracts on the basis of the work completed.

In respect of Hospitality business, income comprising of room rentals ,food and beverages and allied services relating to hotel operations are recognized when services are rendered.

Income/ sales excludes taxes, such as Luxury Tax, Service Tax, etc.

Expenditure incurred on renovation/ improvement/replacement/repairs in or in relation to existing facility, structure, plant or equipments are charged off to revenue except in situation where these results in a long term economic benefit, in which cases these are capitalised. Where there is extension to building or increase in capacity of equipment & plant, the amounts incurred thereon are capitalised.

h) Taxation:

Provision for current taxation is on account of Minimum Alternate Tax in accordance with the Income Ta x Law applicable to the assessment year and Wealth Tax for the year has been provided as per Wealth Tax Act and Rules, 1957

Deferred Tax is recognised on timing difference, being the difference between taxable income and accounting income that originate in one period and are capable of reversal in one or more subsequent periods. Where there is unabsorbed depreciation, or carry forward losses, deferred tax assets are recognized only if there is virtual certainty of realization of such assets. Provision for Deferred Ta x asset for earlier years has been shown after “Profit after Tax” in the Profit & Loss Account

i) Impairment of assets:

There was no impairment loss on Fixed Assets on the basis of review carried out by the Management in accordance with Accounting Standard 28 issued by the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India.

j) Foreign Currency Transactions:

Transactions arising from export of software, investment in overseas wholly-owned subsidiaries and remittances to overseas branches during the year have been translated into Indian Rupees at the exchange rate prevailing on the date of the particular transaction. Any gain or loss arising from exchange rate fluctuations has been taken to Profit & Loss Account.

In respect of income and expenditure at the overseas branches, month -end exchange rates have been adopted.

k) Deferred Revenue Expenses:

Deferred Revenue Expenses have been deferred to be written off over a period of five years.

l) Accounting for Provisions, Contingent Liabilities and Contingent Assets:

A provision is recognized when the company has a present obligation as a result of past event and it is probable that an outflow of resources will be required to settle the obligation, in respect of which a reliable estimate can be made. These are reviewed at each Balance Sheet date and are adjusted to reflect the current best estimates. Contingent Liabilities are not recognised in the financial statements but are disclosed by way of Notes to Accounts. The Contingent Assets are neither recognised nor disclosed in the financial statements.

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