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Mar 31, 2016

Brief description of the Company and its Business

SRESTHA FINVEST LIMITED formerly M.S.INVESTMENTS LIMITED was incorporated in Chennai in the year 1985. The company is a registered Non- Banking (non-deposit accepting) Finance company. The principle business of the company is finance, Investments, Loans and Trading in Securities.

A. BASIS OF PREPARATION OF FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

1. The financial statements have been prepared under the historical cost convention in accordance with the generally accepted accounting principles and the provisions as specified under section 133 of the Companies Act, 2013 read with rule 7 of the companies (Accounts) Rules ,2014 and other relevant provisions of the Companies Act 2013 and/or Companies Act ,1956 as applicable.

2. Method of Accounting - The Company maintains its accounts under mercantile basis of accounting.

3. The Accounting Standards recommended by The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India have been followed wherever applicable to the Company.

4. Use of Estimates :- The preparation of the financial statements in conformity with Indian GAAP requires the Management to make estimates and assumptions considered in the reported amounts of assets and liabilities (including contingent liabilities) and the reported income

B. REVENUE RECOGNITION

1. Interest Income are recognized on the date which they have become due or up on receipt whichever is earlier. The Interest income is recognized on gross basis.

2. In respect of other incomes, accrual system of accounting is followed.

C. FIXED ASSETS, DEPRECIATION & IMPAIRMENT

1. The Fixed Assets are stated at cost of their acquisition less depreciation.

2. Depreciation is provided on fixed assets, on written down value method based on the estimated life and residual value of assets.

3. All the cost associated till the installation/fixation of the assets is capitalized with the cost of the assets wherever applicable.

D. VALUATION OF CLOSING STOCK

The company does not hold any closing inventories during the year under review and hence the valuation is dispensed with.

E. INVESTMENTS & DEPOSITS

Investments/Deposits are classified as long-term wherever applicable and are shown and valued at cost, there are no current investments in the company.

F. RETIREMENT BENEFITS

Contribution of Provident fund, Gratuity and Leave encashment benefits wherever applicable is being accounted on actual liability basis.

G. FOREIGN CURRENCY TRANSACTION

There are no reportable Foreign Currency related transaction in the company during the year under review.

H. TAX ON INCOME

a. Tax on income for the current period is determined on the basis of Taxable Income computed in accordance with the provisions of the Income Tax Act 1961.

b. Deferred Tax on timing differences between the accounting income and taxable income for the year and quantified using the tax rates and laws enacted or substantively enacted as on the Balance Sheet date as per the Accounting Standard (AS 22) laid down by the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI).

I. EARNINGS PER SHARE (EPS)

The earnings considered in ascertaining the Company''s earnings per share is net profit after tax. The earnings per share for the year is Rs. 0.06/- (Basic & Diluted) as compared to the previous year of Rs. 0.02/- (Basic & Diluted).

J. CONTINGENT LIABILITIES AND CAPITAL CONTRACTS

The company as on date have not provided for any contingent liability (Previous Year NIL) and there are no unexecuted capital contracts which are outstanding or remaining to be performed.

K. IMPAIRMENT OF ASSETS

As required by accounting standard 28 issued by the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India, provision for impairment loss of Assets is not required to be made as the estimated realizable value of such assets will be more or equal to the carrying amount of the respective assets as stated in the Balance Sheet.

L. Business Segment

The Company is engaged primarily in one segment, accordingly there are no separate reportable segment as per the accounting standard 17 (Segmental Reporting) issued by Institute of Chartered Accountants of India.

M. RELATED PARTY DISCLOSURES

The Company had following related party transactions:-

S. No Name of Related Person Nature of Transaction Amount (Rs.)

1 Ramesh Kumar (HUF) Interest 625617/

2 Great Meera Finlease Pvt Ltd Interest 3672315/-

N. PERSONNEL

During the year under review, no employee was in receipt of remuneration in excess of limits laid down under the companies act other than below:-

There are no employees employed throughout the financial year were in receipt of remuneration which in aggregate was more that Rs.6000000/- per annum Rs.500000/- per month.

O. RECEIVABLES AND PAYABLES

The receivables and payables as stated in Current Assets, Loans and Advances and Current Liabilities and in the opinion of the management have a value and realization equal to the amount at which they are stated in the Balance Sheet and provision for all known liabilities if any has been made by the company.

P.PAYMENT TO AUDITORS 2015-2016 2014-2015

Audit fees 25000/- 25000/-

Q. DUES TO SME''S

Management has determined that there were no balances outstanding as at the beginning of the year and no transactions entered with micro, small and medium enterprises as defined under Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises Development Act, 2006, during the current year, based on the information available with the company as at March 31, 2016.

R.CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS (FOR PURPOSES OF CASH FLOW STATEMENT)

Cash comprises cash on hand and demand deposits with banks. Cash equivalents are short-term balances, (with original maturity of three months or less from the date of acquisition), highly liquid investments that are readily convertible into known amounts of cash and which are subject to insignificant risk of changes in value.

S. CASH FL OW STATEMENT

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

T. GENERAL

a. The figures for the previous year have been regrouped / reclassified / rearranged where ever necessary with the conformity with the current year figures for facilitating proper comparisons.

b. The figures have been rounded off to the nearest rupee.

As per our Report of even date attached


Mar 31, 2015

Brief description of the Company and its Business

M.S. INVESTMENTS LIMITED was incorporated in Chennai in the year 1985. The company is a registered Non- Banking (non-deposit accepting) Finance company. The principle business of the company is finance, Investments, Loans and Trading in Securities.

A. BASIS OF PREPARATION OF FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

1. The financial statements have been prepared under the historical cost convention in accordance with the generally accepted accounting principles and the provisions as specified under section 133 of the Companies Act, 2013 read with rule 7 of the companies (Accounts) Rules ,2014 and other relevant provisions of the Companies Act 2013 and/or Companies Act ,1956 as applicable.

2. Method of Accounting - The Company maintains its accounts under mercantile basis of accounting.

3. The Accounting Standards recommended by The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India have been followed wherever applicable to the Company.

4. Use of Estimates :- The preparation of the financial statements in conformity with Indian GAAP requires the Management to make estimates and assumptions considered in the reported amounts of assets and liabilities (including contingent liabilities) and the reported income

B. REVENUE RECOGNITION

1. Interest Income are recognized on the date which they have become due or up on receipt which ever is earlier. The Interest income is recognised on gross basis.

In respect of other incomes, accrual system of accounting is followed.

C. FIXED ASSETS, DEPRECIATION & IMPAIRMENT

1. The Fixed Assets are stated at cost of their acquisition less depreciation.

2. Depreciation is provided on fixed assets, on written down value method based on the estimated life and residual value of asses.

3. All the cost associated till the installation/fixation of the assets is capitalized with the cost of the assets wherever applicable.

D. VALUATION OF CLOSING STOCK

The company does not hold any inventories during the year under review and hence the valuation is dispensed with.

E. INVESTMENTS & DEPOSITS

Investments/Deposits are classified as long-term wherever applicable and are shown and valued at cost, there are no current investments in the company.

F. RETIREMENT BENEFITS

Contribution of Provident fund, Gratuity and Leave encashment benefits wherever applicable is being accounted on actual liability basis.

G. FOREIGN CURRENCY TRANSACTION

There are no reportable Foreign Currency related transactions in the company during the year under review.

H. TAX ON INCOME

a. Tax on income for the current period is determined on the basis of Taxable Income computed in accordance with the provisions of the Income Tax Act 1961.

b. Deferred Tax on timing differences between the accounting income and taxable income for the year and quantified using the tax rates and laws enacted or substantively enacted as on the Balance Sheet date as per the Accounting Standard (AS 22) laid down by the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI).

I. EARNINGS PER SHARE (EPS)

The earnings considered in ascertaining the Company's earnings per share is net profit after tax. The earnings per share for the year is 0.004/- (Basic & Diluted) as compared to the previous year of Rs.0.023/- (Basic & Diluted).

J. CONTINGENT LIABILITIES AND CAPITAL CONTRACTS

The company as on date has not provided for any contingent liability (Previous Year NIL) and there are no unexecuted capital contracts which are outstanding or remaining to be performed.

K. IMPAIRMENT OF ASSETS

As required by accounting standard 28 issued by the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India, provision for impairment loss of Assets is not required to be made as the estimated realizable value of such assets will be more or equal to the carrying amount of the respective assets as stated in the Balance Sheet.

L. Business Segment

The Company is engaged primarily in one segment, accordingly there are no separate reportable segment as per the accounting standard 17 (Segmental Reporting) issued by Institute of Chartered Accountants of India.

M. RELATED PARTY DISCLOSURES

The Company has no reportable related party transactions during the year under review.

N. PERSONNEL

There are no employees employed throughout the financial year were in receipt of remuneration which in aggregate was more that Rs.6000000/- per annum Rs.500000/- per month.

O. RECEIVABLES AND PAYABLES

The receivables and payables as stated in Current Assets, Loans and Advances and Current Liabilities and in the opinion of the management have a value and realisation equal to the amount at which they are stated in the Balance Sheet and provision for all known liabilities if any has been made by the company.

P. PAYMENT TO AUDITORS 2014-2015 2013-2014

Audit fees 25000/- 15000/-

Q. DUES TO SME'S

Management has determined that there were no balances outstanding as at the beginning of the year and no transactions entered with micro, small and medium enterprises as defined under Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises Development Act, 2006, during the current year, based on the information available with the company as at March 31, 2015.

R. CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS (FOR PURPOSES OF CASH FLOW STATEMENT)

Cash comprises cash on hand and demand deposits with banks. Cash equivalents are short-term balances, (with original maturity of three months or less from the date of acquisition), highly liquid investments that are readily convertible into known amounts of cash and which are subject to insignificant risk of changes in value.

S. CASH FLOW STATEMENT

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

T. GENERAL

a. The figures for the previous year have been regrouped / reclassified / rearranged where ever necessary with the conformity with the current year figures for facilitating proper comparisons.

b. The figures have been rounded off to the nearest rupee.


Mar 31, 2014

Basis of accounting and preparation of financial statements

The financial statements of the Company have been prepared in accordance with the Generally Accepted Accounting Principles in India (Indian GAAP) to comply with the Accounting Standards notified under the Companies (Accounting Standards) Rules, 2006 (as a

Use of estimates

The preparation of the financial statements in conformity with Indian GAAP requires the Management to make estimates and assumptions considered in the reported amounts of assets and liabilities (including contingent liabilities) and the reported income

Inventories

Inventories are valued at the lower ofcost and the net realisable value after providing for obsolescene and other losses, where considered necessary. Cost includes all charges in bringing the goods to the point of sale.

Cash and cash equivalents

Cash comprises cash on hand and demand deposits with banks. Cash equivalents are short-term balances (with an original maturity of three months or less from the date of acquisition), highly liquid investments that are readily convertible into known amount

Cash Flow Statement

Cash Flows are reported using the indirect method, whereby profit/(loss) before extraordinary items and tax is adjusted for the effects of transactions of non- cash nature and any deferrals or accruals of past or future cash receipts or payments. The cash

Fixed Assets

During the year there were no fixed assets held by the company and in our opinion it has no affect on the going concern assumption.

Revenue Recognition

Interest income is accounted on accrual basis.

Other Revenue recognised on accrul basis and transfer of significant risks and rewards.

Investments

Long term Non Current Investments are carried individually at the cost less provision for dimution, other than temporary , in the value of such investments. Current investments are carried individually , at the lower of cost and fair value. Cost of invest

Segment Reporting

The company identifies primary segments based on the dominant source, nature of risks and returns and the internal organisation and management structure. The operating segments are the segments for which separate financial information is available and for

Retirement Benefits

Contribution of Provident fund, Gratutity and Leave encashment benefits whrever applicable is being accounted on actual liability basis as and when arises. However the above referred provisions are not applicable tohte company as it does not have employees who have served minimum stipulated period for being eligible under the plans.

Earnings Per Share

Basic Earnings per share is computed by dividing the profit / (loss) after tax (including the post tax effect of extraordinary items, if any) by the weighted average number of equity shares outstanding during the year.

Impairment of Assets

As required under AS-28 issued by the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India , provision for loss of assets or intrinsic value is not required to be made as the estimated realisable value of such assets will be more or equal to the carrying amount as stated n the Balance sheet of the company.

Dues to SME'S

Management has determined that there were no balances outstanding as at the beginning of the year and no transactions entered with micro, small and medium enterprises as defined under Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises Development Act,2006, during the current year , based on the information available with the company as at March 2014.

Auditors Remuneration Taxes on income

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.

Minimum Alternative Tax (MAT)

Minimum Alternate Tax paid in accordance with the tax

Provisions and contingencies

A provision is recognised when the Company has a present obligation as a result of past events and it is probable that an outflow of resources will be required to settle the obligation in respect of which a reliable estimate


Mar 31, 2013

Basis of accounting and preparation of financial statements

The financial statements of the Company have been prepared in accordance with the Generally Accepted Accounting Principles in India (Indian GAAP) to comply with the Accounting Standards notified under the Companies (Accounting Standards) Rules, 2006 (as amended) and the relevant provisions of the Companies Act, 1956. The financial statements have been prepared on accrual basis under the historical cost convention. The accounting policies adopted in the preparation of the financial statements are consistent with those followed in the previous year.

Use of estimates

The preparation of the financial statements in conformity with Indian GAAP requires the Management to make estimates and assumptions considered in the reported amounts of assets and liabilities (including contingent liabilities) and the reported income and expenses during the year. The Management believes that the estimates used in preparation of the financial statements are prudent and reasonable. Future results could differ due to these estimates and the differences between the actual results and the estimates are recognised in the periods in which the results are known / materialise.

Inventories

Inventories - for the unsold flat are valued at the lower ofcost and the net realisable value after providing for obsolescene and other losses, where considered necessary. Cost includes all charges in bringing the goods to the point of sale, including octroi and other levies, transit insurance and receving charges.

Cash and cash equivalents

Cash comprises cash on hand and demand deposits with banks. Cash equivalents are short- term balances (with an original maturity of three months or less from the date of acquisition), highly liquid investments that are readily convertible into known amounts of cash and which are subject to insignificant risk of changes in value.

Cash Flow Statement

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

Fixed Assets

During the year there were no fixed assets held by the company and in our opinion it has no affect on the going concern assumption.

Revenue Recognition

Interest income is accounted on accrual basis.

Revenue from construction contracts recognised on transfer of significant risks and rewards of ownership to the buyer.

Investments

Long term Non Current Investments are carried individually at the cost less provision for dimution , other than temporary , in the value of such investments. Current investments are carried individually , at the lower of cost and fair value. Cost of investments include acquisition charges such as brokerage , fees and duties.

Segment Reporting

The company identifies primary segments based on the dominant source, nature of risks and returns and the internal organisation and management structure. The operating segments are the segments for which separate financial information is available and for which operating profit/loss amounts are evaluated regularly by the executive management in deciding how to allocate resources and in assessing performance.

Earnings Per Share

Basic Earnings per share is computed by dividing the profit / (loss) after tax (including the post tax effect of extraordinary items, if any) by the weighted average number of equity shares outstanding during the year.

Taxes on income

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.

Minimum Alternative Tax (MAT)

Minimum Alternate Tax paid in accordance with the tax laws, which gives future economic benefits in the form of adjustment to future income tax liability, is considered as an asset if there is convincing evidence that the company will pay normal income tax. Accordingly, MAT is recognised as an asset in the balance sheet when it is probable that future economic benefit associated with it will flow to the company.

Deferred Tax

Deferred tax is recognised on timing differences, being the differences between the taxable income and the accounting income that originate in one period and are capable of reversal in one or more subsequent periods. Deferred tax is measured using the tax rates and the tax laws enacted or substantially enacted as at the reporting date. Deferred Tax Assets / Liabilities are recognised for all timing differences.

However, there is no deferred tax asset / liability during the year.

Provisions and contingencies

A provision is recognised when the Company has a present obligation as a result of past events 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. Provisions (excluding retirement benefits) are not discounted to their present value and are determined based on the best estimate required to settle the obligation at the Balance Sheet date. These are reviewed at each Balance Sheet date and adjusted to reflect the current best estimates.


Mar 31, 2012

1.1 Basis of accounting and preparation of financial statements

The financial statements of the Company have been prepared in accordance with the Generally Accepted Accounting Principles in India (Indian GAAP) to comply with the Accounting Standards notified under the Companies (Accounting Standards) Rules, 2006 (as amended) and the relevant provisions of the Companies Act, 1956. The financial statements have been prepared on accrual basis under the historical cost convention. The accounting policies adopted in the preparation of the financial statements are consistent with those followed in the previous year except for change in the accounting policy for the investments acquired in previous years were converted to stock at book value, as more fully described in Note 15.

2.2 Use of estimates

The preparation of the financial statements in conformity with Indian GAAP requires the Management to make estimates and assumptions considered in the reported amounts of assets and liabilities (including contingent liabilities) and the reported income and expenses during the year. The Management believes that the estimates used in preparation of the financial statements are prudent and reasonable. Future results could differ due to these estimates and the differences between the actual results and the estimates are recognised in the periods in which the results are known / materialise.

2.3 Inventories

Inventories - for the unsold flat are valued at the lower of cost and the net realisable value after providing for obsolescence and other losses, where considered necessary. Cost includes all charges in bringing the goods to the point of sale, including octroi and other levies, transit insurance and receiving charges.

Stock on Hire is stated at the gross installments receivable from the borrower. The unmatured finance charges are included in other current liabilities.

Certain Investments acquired in previous years were converted to stock at book value

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

Cash comprises cash on hand and demand deposits with banks. Cash equivalents are short- term balances (with an original maturity of three months or less from the date of acquisition), highly liquid investments that are readily convertible into known amounts of cash and which are subject to insignificant risk of changes in value.

2.5 Cash flow statement

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

2.6 Fixed Assets

During the year the fixed assets have been disposed off by the Company in its entirety and such disposal, in our opinion, has not affected the going concern status of the Company.

2.7 Revenue recognition

Interest income is accounted on accrual basis.

Revenue from construction contracts recognised on transfer of significant risks and rewards of ownership to the buyer.

2.8 Investments

Long-term - Non - Current - investments, are carried individually at cost less provision for diminution, other than temporary, in the value of such investments. Current investments are carried individually, at the lower of cost and fair value. Cost of investments include acquisition charges such as brokerage, fees and duties.

2.9 Segment reporting

The Company identifies primary segments based on the dominant source, nature of risks and returns and the internal organisation and management structure. The operating segments are the segments for which separate financial information is available and for which operating profit/loss amounts are evaluated regularly by the executive Management in deciding how to allocate resources and in assessing performance.

Hire Purchase & Loan financing is the primary activities of the company. No other segments have been identified as reporting.

2.10 Earnings per share

Basic earnings per share is computed by dividing the profit / (loss) after tax (including the post tax effect of extraordinary items, if any) by the weighted average number of equity shares outstanding during the year.

2.11 Taxes on income

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.

Minimum Alternate Tax (MAT) paid in accordance with the tax laws, which gives future economic benefits in the form of adjustment to future income tax liability, is considered as an asset if there is convincing evidence that the Company will pay normal income tax. Accordingly, MAT is recognised as an asset in the Balance Sheet when it is probable that future economic benefit associated with it will flow to the Company.

Deferred tax is recognised on timing differences, being the differences between the taxable income and the accounting income that originate in one period and are capable of reversal in one or more subsequent periods. Deferred tax is measured using the tax rates and the tax laws enacted or substantially enacted as at the reporting date. Deferred tax liabilities are recognised for all timing differences. Deferred tax assets in respect of unabsorbed depreciation and carry forward of losses are recognised only if there is virtual certainty that there will be sufficient future taxable income available to realise such assets. Deferred tax assets and liabilities are offset if such items relate to taxes on income levied by the same governing tax laws and the Company has a legally enforceable right for such set off. Deferred tax assets are reviewed at each Balance Sheet date for their realisability.

During the year the Deferred Tax Liability arising in previous year on account of difference between Depreciation as per Books & IT was reversed in the current year as the Fixed assets in its entirety were disposed off.

2.12 Provisions

A provision is recognised when the Company has a present obligation as a result of past events 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. Provisions are not discounted to their present value and are determined based on the best estimate required to settle the obligation at the Balance Sheet date. These are reviewed at each Balance Sheet date and adjusted to reflect the current best estimates.

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