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Accounting Policies of Value Industries Ltd. Company

Mar 31, 2016

1. SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES A) Basis of Accounting

a) The financial statements are prepared under the historical cost convention using the accrual system of accounting in accordance with the accounting principles generally accepted in India (Indian GAAP) including the mandatory Accounting Standards as prescribed under Section 133 of the Companies Act, 2013 (“the Act”) read with Rule 7 of Companies (Accounts) Rules, 2014 and the Provisions of the Act.

b) Use of Estimates

The preparation of financial statements requires the management of the Company to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported balances of assets and liabilities and disclosures relating to the contingent liabilities as at the date of the financial statements and reported amounts of income and expenses during the year. Example of such estimates include provisions for doubtful debts, employee retirement benefits plans, provision for income tax, provision for warranty cost and the useful lives of fixed assets. The difference between the actual results and estimates are recognized in the period in which the results are known and materialized.

B) Fixed Assets/Capital Work-in-Progress

a) Fixed Assets are stated at cost, except for certain fixed assets which have been stated at revalued amounts, less accumulated depreciation/amortization and impairment loss, if any. The cost is inclusive of freight, installation cost, duties, taxes, financing cost and other incidental expenses related to the acquisition and installation of the respective assets but does not include tax/duty credits availed.

b) Capital Work-in-Progress is carried at cost, comprising of direct cost, attributable interest and related incidental expenditure.

C) Depreciation

Depreciation on fixed assets is provided to the extent of depreciable amount on the straight line method, based on useful life of assets as prescribed in Schedule II to the Companies Act, 2013, except depreciation on plant and machinery used in Refrigerator and Washing Machine Divisions has been provided on written down value method based on useful life of 13 years as against useful life of 15 years as prescribed in Schedule II to the Companies Act, 2013.

Assets costing of '' 5,000 or less are fully depreciated in the year of purchase.

Intangible Assets are amortized over a period of five years.

D) Impairment of Assets

The Fixed Assets or a group of assets (cash generating units) are reviewed for impairment at each Balance Sheet date. In case of any such indication, the recoverable amount of these assets or group of assets is determined, and if such recoverable amount of the asset or cash generating unit to which the asset belongs is less than it’s carrying amount, the impairment loss is recognized by writing down such assets to their recoverable amount. An impairment loss is reversed if there is change in the recoverable amount and such loss either no longer exists or has decreased.

E) Investments

Non Current Investments are stated at cost. The decline in the value of the investment, other than temporary, is provided for. Cost is inclusive of brokerage, fees and duties but excludes Securities Transaction Tax.

F) Inventories

Inventories are valued at cost or net realizable value whichever is lower. Cost of inventories comprises all costs of purchase, conversion and other costs incurred in bringing the inventories to their present location and condition. Cost is determined on weighted average basis.

G) Borrowing Costs

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

H) Excise and Customs Duty

Excise Duty in respect of finished goods lying in the factory premises and Customs Duty on goods lying in customs bonded warehouse are provided for and included in the valuation of inventory.

I) CENVAT/Value Added Tax

CENVAT/Value Added Tax benefit is accounted for by reducing the purchase cost of the materials/fixed assets/services.

J) Revenue Recognition

a) Revenue is recognized on transfer of significant risk and reward in respect of ownership.

b) Sales/Turnover for the year includes sales value of goods, excise duty, duty drawback and other recoveries such as insurance, transportation and packing charges but excludes sales tax, value added tax and recovery of finance and discounting charges.

c) Insurance, Duty Drawback and other claims are accounted for as and when admitted by the appropriate authorities.

d) Dividend on investments is recognized when the right to receive is established.

K) Foreign Currency Transactions

Transactions in foreign currencies are recorded at the exchange rate prevailing on the date of transactions. Foreign Currency Monetary Assets and Liabilities are translated at the yearend rate. The difference between the rate prevailing on the date of transaction and on the date of settlement as also on translation of Monetary Items at the end of the year is recognized, as the case may be, as income or expense for the year.

L) Employee Benefits

a) Short Term Employees Benefits

Short Term Employees Benefits are recognized as an expense at the undiscounted amount in the Statement of Profit and Loss of the year in which the related services are rendered.

b) Post Employment Benefits

i) Provident Fund - Defined Contribution Plan

The Company contributes monthly at a determined rate. These contributions are remitted to the Employees’ Provident Fund Organization, India for this purpose and is charged to Statement of Profit and Loss on accrual basis.

ii) Gratuity - Defined Benefit Plan

The Company provides for gratuity to all the eligible employees. The benefit is in the form of lump sum payments to vested employees on retirement, on death while in employment, or termination of employment for an amount equivalent to 15 days salary payable for each completed year of service. Vesting occurs on completion of five years of service. Liability in respect of gratuity is determined using the projected unit credit method with actuarial valuations as on the Balance Sheet date and gains/losses are recognized immediately in the Statement of Profit and Loss.

iii) Leave Encashment

Liability in respect of leave encashment is determined using the projected unit credit method with actuarial valuations as on the Balance Sheet date and gains/losses are recognized immediately in the Statement of Profit and Loss.

M) Taxation

Income tax comprises of current tax and deferred tax. Provision for current income tax is made on the assessable income/benefits at the rate applicable to the relevant assessment year. Deferred tax assets and liabilities are recognized for the future tax consequences of timing differences, subject to the consideration of prudence. Deferred tax assets and liabilities are measured using the tax rates enacted or substantively enacted by the Balance Sheet date. The carrying amount of deferred tax asset/liability are reviewed at each Balance Sheet date and recognized and carried forward only to the extent that there is a reasonable certainty that the asset will be realized in future.

Minimum Alternate Tax (MAT) paid on the book profits, which give rise to future economic benefits in the form of tax credit against future income-tax liability, is recognized as an asset in the Balance Sheet if there is convincing evidence that the Company will pay normal tax within the period specified for utilization of such credit.

N) Research and Development

Revenue Expenditure pertaining to Research and Development is charged to revenue under the respective heads of account in the year in which it is incurred. Capital expenditure, if any, on Research and Development is shown as an addition to Fixed Assets, under the respective heads.

O) Provisions, Contingent Liabilities and Contingent Assets

Provisions are recognized when there is a present obligation as a result of past events and it is probable that there will be an outflow of resources in respect of which reliable estimates can be made.

Contingent Liabilities are not recognized but are disclosed in the Notes to Financial Statements. Disputed demands in respect of Central Excise, Custom duty, Income tax, Sales tax and Other are disclosed as contingent liabilities. Payment in respect of such demands, if any, is shown as an advance, till the final outcome of the matter.

Contingent assets are not recognized in the financial statements.

P) Warranty

Provision for the estimated liability in respect of warranty on sale of consumer electronics and home appliances products is made in the year in which the revenues are recognized, based on technical evaluation and past experience.

Q) Government Grant

Grants are recognized when there is reasonable assurance that the grant will be received and conditions attached to them are complied with. Grants related to depreciable assets are treated as deferred income, which is recognized in the Statement of Profit and Loss over the period of useful life of the assets and in the proportions in which depreciation on related assets is charged.

R) Prior period items

Prior period items are included in the respective heads of accounts and material items are disclosed by way of Notes to Financial Statements.

S) Other Accounting Policies

These are consistent with the generally accepted accounting principles.


Dec 31, 2014

A) Basis of Accounting

a) The financial statements are prepared under the historical cost convention, except for certain fixed assets which are revalued, using the accrual system of accounting in accordance with the accounting principles generally accepted in India (Indian GAAP) and the requirements of the Companies Act 1956, including the mandatory Accounting Standards as prescribed by the Companies (Accounting Standards) Rules, 2006.

b) Use of Estimates

The preparation of financial statements requires the management of the Company to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported balances of assets and liabilities and disclosures relating to the contingent liabilities as at the date of the financial statements and reported amounts of income and expenses during the year. Example of such estimates include provisions for doubtful debts, employee retirement benefits plans, provision for income tax, provision for warranty cost and the useful lives of fixed assets. The difference between the actual results and estimates are recoginised in the period in which the results are known and materialised.

B) Fixed Assets/Capital Work-in-Progress

a) Fixed Assets are stated at cost, except for certain fixed assets which have been stated at revalued amounts, less accumulated depreciation/amortisation and impairment loss, if any. The cost is inclusive of freight, installation cost, duties, taxes, fi nancing cost and other incidental expenses related to the acquisition and installation of the respective assets but does not include tax/duty credits availed.

b) Capital Work-in-Progress is carried at cost, comprising of direct cost, attributable interest and related incidental expenditure.

C) Depreciation

The Company provides depreciation on fixed assets on straight line method at the rates specifi ed in the Schedule XIV to the Companies Act, 1956, except on plant and machinery used in Refrigerator and Washing Machine Divisions, on which depreciation has been provided on written down value method at the rates and in the manner prescribed in Schedule XIV to the Companies Act, 1956.

Intangible Assets are amortised over a period of five years.

D) Impairment of Assets

The Fixed Assets or a group of assets (cash generating units) are reviewed for impairment at each Balance Sheet date. In case of any such indication, the recoverable amount of these assets or group of assets is determined, and if such recoverable amount of the asset or cash generating unit to which the asset belongs is less than it''s carrying amount, the impairment loss is recognised by writing down such assets to their recoverable amount. An impairment loss is reversed if there is change in the recoverable amount and such loss either no longer exists or has decreased.

E) Investments

Non Current Investments are stated at cost. The decline in the value of the investment, other than temporary, is provided for. Cost is inclusive of brokerage, fees and duties but excludes Securities Transaction Tax.

F) Inventories

Inventories are valued at cost or net realisable value whichever is lower. Cost of inventories comprises all costs of purchase, conversion and other costs incurred in bringing the inventories to their present location and condition. Cost is determined on weighted average basis.

G) Borrowing Costs

Borrowing costs that are directly attributable to the acquisition, construction or production of an qualifying assets are capitalised as part of the cost of that assets. Other borrowing costs are recognised as an expense in the period in which they are incurred.

H) Excise and Customs Duty

Excise Duty in respect of fi nished goods lying in the factory premises and Customs Duty on goods lying in customs bonded warehouse are provided for and included in the valuation of inventory.

I) CENVAT/Value Added Tax

CENVAT/Value Added Ta x benefit is accounted for by reducing the purchase cost of the materials/fixed assets/services.

J) Revenue Recognition

a) Revenue is recongnised on transfer of signifi cant risk and reward in respect of ownership.

b) Sales/Turnover for the year includes sales value of goods, excise duty, duty drawback and other recoveries such as insurance, transportation and packing charges but excludes sales tax, value added tax and recovery of fi nance and discounting charges.

c) Insurance, Duty Drawback and other claims are accounted for as and when admitted by the appropriate authorities.

d) Dividend on investments is recognised when the right to receive is established.

K) Foreign Currency Transactions

Transactions in foreign currencies are recorded at the exchange rate prevailing on the date of transactions. Foreign Currency Monetary Assets and Liabilities are translated at the year end rate. The difference between the rate prevailing on the date of transaction and on the date of settlement as also on translation of Monetary Items at the end of the year is recognised, as the case may be, as income or expense for the year.

L) Employee Benefits

a) Short Term Employees Benefits

Short Term Employees Benefits are recognized as an expense at the undiscounted amount in the Statement of Profit and Loss of the year in which the related services are rendered.

b) Post Employment Benefits

i) Provident Fund - Defi ned Contribution Plan

The Company contributes monthly at a determined rate. These contributions are remitted to the Employees'' Provident Fund Organisation, India for this purpose and is charged to Statement of Profit and Loss on accrual basis.

ii) Gratuity - Defi ned Benefit Plan

The Company provides for gratuity to all the eligible employees. The benefit is in the form of lump sum payments to vested employees on retirement, on death while in employment, or termination of employment for an amount equivalent to 15 days salary payable for each completed year of service.

Vesting occurs on completion of five years of service. Liability in respect of gratuity is determined using the projected unit credit method with actuarial valuations as on the Balance Sheet date and gains/losses are recognized immediately in the Statement of Profit and Loss.

iii) Leave Encashment

Liability in respect of leave encashment is determined using the projected unit credit method with actuarial valuations as on the Balance Sheet date and gains/losses are recognized immediately in the Statement of Profit and Loss.

M) Taxation

Income tax comprises of current tax and deferred tax. Provision for current income tax is made on the assessable income/benefits at the rate applicable to the relevant assessment year. Deferred tax assets and liabilities are recognised for the future tax consequences of timing differences, subject to the consideration of prudence. Deferred tax assets and liabilities are measured using the tax rates enacted or substantively enacted by the Balance Sheet date. The carrying amount of deferred tax asset/liability are reviewed at each Balance Sheet date and recognised and carried forward only to the extent that there is a reasonable certainty that the asset will be realised in future.

Minimum Alternate Tax (MAT) paid on the book Profits, which give rise to future economic benefits in the form of tax credit against future income-tax liability, is recognised as an asset in the Balance Sheet if there is convincing evidence that the Company will pay normal tax within the period specifi ed for utilisation of such credit.

N) Research and Development

Revenue Expenditure pertaining to Research and Development is charged to revenue under the respective heads of account in the year in which it is incurred. Capital expenditure, if any, on Research and Development is shown as an addition to Fixed Assets, under the respective heads.

O) Provisions, Contingent Liabilities and Contingent Assets

Provisions are recognised when there is a present obligation as a result of past events and it is probable that there will be an outfl ow of resources in respect of which reliable estimates can be made.

Contingent Liabilities are not recognised but are disclosed in the Notes to Financial Statements. Disputed demands in respect of Central Excise, Custom duty, Income tax, Sales tax and Other are disclosed as contingent liabilities. Payment in respect of such demands, if any, is shown as an advance, till the fi nal outcome of the matter.

Contingent assets are not recognised in the financial statements.

P) Warranty

Provision for the estimated liability in respect of warranty on sale of consumer electronics and home appliances products is made in the year in which the revenues are recognised, based on technical evaluation and past experience.

Q) Prior period items

Prior period items are included in the respective heads of accounts and material items are disclosed by way of Notes to Financial Statements.

R) Other Accounting Policies

These are consistent with the generally accepted accounting principles.


Dec 31, 2013

A) Basis of Accounting

a) The financial statements are prepared under the historical cost convention, except for certain fixed assets which are revalued, using the accrual system of accounting in accordance with the accounting principles generally accepted in India (Indian GAAP) and the requirements of the Companies Act, 1956, including the mandatory Accounting Standards as prescribed by the Companies (Accounting Standards) Rules, 2006.

b) Use of Estimates

The preparation of financial statements requires the management of the Company to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported balances of assets and liabilities and disclosures relating to the contingent liabilities as at the date of the financial statements and reported amounts of income and expenses during the year. Example of such estimates include provisions for doubtful debts, employee retirement benefits plans, provision for income tax, provision for warranty cost and the useful lives of fixed assets. The difference between the actual results and estimates are recoginised in the period in which the results are known and materialised.

B) Fixed Assets/Capital Work-in-Progress

a) Fixed Assets are stated at cost, except for certain fixed assets which have been stated at revalued amounts, less accumulated depreciation/amortisation and impairment loss, if any. The cost is inclusive of freight, installation cost, duties, taxes, financing cost and other incidental expenses related to the acquisition and installation of the respective assets but does not include tax/duty credits availed.

b) Capital Work-in-Progress is carried at cost, comprising of direct cost, attributable interest and related incidental expenditure.

C) Depreciation

The Company provides depreciation on fixed assets on straight line method at the rates specified in the Schedule XIV to the Companies Act, 1956, except on plant and machinery used in Refrigerator and Washing Machine Divisions, on which depreciation has been provided on written down value method at the rates and in the manner prescribed in Schedule XIV to the Companies Act, 1956. Intangible Assets are amortised over a period of five years.

D) Impairment of Assets

The Fixed Assets or a group of assets (cash generating units) are reviewed for impairment at each Balance Sheet date. In case of any such indication, the recoverable amount of these assets or group of assets is determined, and if such recoverable amount of the asset or cash generating unit to which the asset belongs is less than it''s carrying amount, the impairment loss is recognised by writing down such assets to their recoverable amount. An impairment loss is reversed if there is change in the recoverable amount and such loss either no longer exists or has decreased.

E) Investments

Non Current Investments are stated at cost. The decline in the value of the investment, other than temporary, is provided for. Cost is inclusive of brokerage, fees and duties but excludes Securities Transaction Tax.

F) Inventories

Inventories are valued at cost or net realisable value whichever is lower. Cost of inventories comprises all costs of purchase, conversion and other costs incurred in bringing the inventories to their present location and condition. Cost is determined on weighted average basis.

G) Borrowing Costs

Borrowing costs that are directly attributable to the acquisition, construction or production of an qualifying assets are capitalised as part of the cost of that assets. Other borrowing costs are recognised as an expense in the period in which they are incurred.

H) Excise and Customs Duty

Excise Duty in respect of finished goods lying in the factory premises and Customs Duty on goods lying in customs bonded warehouse are provided for and included in the valuation of inventory.

I) CENVAT/Value Added Tax

CENVAT/Value Added Tax benefit is accounted for by reducing the purchase cost of the materials/fixed assets/services.

J) Revenue Recognition

a) Revenue is recongnised on transfer of significant risk and reward in respect of ownership.

b) Sales/Turnover for the year includes sales value of goods, excise duty, duty drawback and other recoveries such as insurance, transportation and packing charges but excludes sales tax, value added tax and recovery of finance and discounting charges.

c) Insurance, Duty Drawback and other claims are accounted for as and when admitted by the appropriate authorities.

d) Dividend on investments is recognised when the right to receive is established.

K) Foreign Currency Transactions

Transactions in foreign currencies are recorded at the exchange rate prevailing on the date of transactions. Foreign Currency Monetary Assets and Liabilities are translated at the year end rate. The difference between the rate prevailing on the date of transaction and on the date of settlement as also on translation of Monetary Items at the end of the year is recognised, as the case may be, as income or expense for the year.

L) Employee Benefits

a) Short Term Employees Benefits

Short Term Employees Benefits are recognized as an expense at the undiscounted amount in the Statement of Profit and Loss of the year in which the related services are rendered.

b) Post Employment Benefits

i) Provident Fund - Defined Contribution Plan

The Company contributes monthly at a determined rate. These contributions are remitted to the Employees'' Provident Fund Organisation, India for this purpose and is charged to Statement of Prof t and Loss on accrual basis.

ii) Gratuity - Defined Benefit Plan

The Company provides for gratuity to all the eligible employees. The benefit is in the form of lump sum payments to vested employees on retirement, on death while in employment, or termination of employment for an amount equivalent to 15 days salary payable for each completed year of service.

Vesting occurs on completion of five years of service. Liability in respect of gratuity is determined using the projected unit credit method with actuarial valuations as on the Balance Sheet date and gains/losses are recognized immediately in the Statement of Profit and Loss.

iii) Leave Encashment

Liability in respect of leave encashment is determined using the projected unit credit method with actuarial valuations as on the Balance Sheet date and gains/losses are recognized immediately in the Statement of Profit and Loss.

M) Taxation

Income tax comprises of current tax and deferred tax. Provision for current income tax is made on the assessable income/benefits at the rate applicable to the relevant assessment year. Deferred tax assets and liabilities are recognised for the future tax consequences of timing differences, subject to the consideration of prudence. Deferred tax assets and liabilities are measured using the tax rates enacted or substantively enacted by the Balance Sheet date. The carrying amount of deferred tax asset/liability are reviewed at each Balance Sheet date and recognised and carried forward only to the extent that there is a reasonable certainty that the asset will be realised in future.

Minimum Alternate Ta x (MAT) paid on the book profits, which give rise to future economic benefits in the form of tax credit against future income-tax liability, is recognised as an asset in the Balance Sheet if there is convincing evidence that the Company will pay normal tax within the period specified for utilisation of such credit.

N) Research and Development

Revenue Expenditure pertaining to Research and Development is charged to revenue under the respective heads of account in the year in which it is incurred. Capital expenditure, if any, on Research and Development is shown as an addition to Fixed Assets, under the respective heads.

O) Provisions, Contingent Liabilities and Contingent Assets

Provisions are recognised when there is a present obligation as a result of past events and it is probable that there will be an outflow of resources in respect of which reliable estimates can be made.

Contingent Liabilities are not recognised but are disclosed in the Notes. Disputed demands in respect of Central Excise, Custom duty, Income tax, Sales tax and Other are disclosed as contingent liabilities. Payment in respect of such demands, if any, is shown as an advance, till the final outcome of the matter.

Contingent assets are not recognised in the financial statements.

P) Warranty

Provision for the estimated liability in respect of warranty on sale of consumer electronics and home appliances products is made in the year in which the revenues are recognised, based on technical evaluation and past experience.

Q) Prior period items

Prior period items are included in the respective heads of accounts and material items are disclosed by way of Notes to Financial Statements.

R) Other Accounting Policies

These are consistent with the generally accepted accounting principles.

2.2 Rights, preference and restrictions:

a) The Company has only one class of equity shares having par value ofRs. 10/- per share. Each holder of equity shares is entitled to equal right of voting and dividend.

b) In the event of liquidation of the Company, the holders of equity shares will be entitled to receive remaining assets of the Company after distribution of all preferential amounts. The distribution will be in proportion to the number of equity shares held by the shareholders.


Dec 31, 2012

A) Basis of Accounting

a) The financial statements are prepared under the historical cost convention, except for certain fixed assets which are revalued, using the accrual system of accounting in accordance with the accounting principles generally accepted in India (Indian GAAP) and the requirements of the Companies Act 1956, including the mandatory Accounting Standards as prescribed by the Companies (Accounting Standards) Rules, 2006.

b) Use of Estimates

The preparation of financial statements requires the management of the Company to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported balances of assets and liabilities and disclosures relating to the contingent liabilities as at the date of the financial statements and reported amounts of income and expenses during the year. Example of such estimates include provisions for doubtful debts, employee retirement benefits plans, provision for income tax, provision for warranty cost and the useful lives of fixed assets. The difference between the actual results and estimates are recoginised in the period in which the results are known and materialised.

B) Fixed Assets/Capital Work-in-Progress

a) Fixed Assets are stated at cost, except for certain fixed assets which have been stated at revalued amounts, less accumulated depreciation/amortisation and impairment loss, if any. The cost is inclusive of freight, installation cost, duties, taxes, financing cost and other incidental expenses related to the acquisition and installation of the respective assets but does not include tax/duty credits availed.

b) Capital Work-in-Progress is carried at cost, comprising of direct cost, attributable interest and related incidental expenditure.

C) Depreciation

The Company provides depreciation on fixed assets on straight line method at the rates specified in the Schedule XIV to the Companies Act, 1956, except on plant and machinery used in Refrigerator and Washing Machine Divisions, on which depreciation has been provided on written down value method at the rates and in the manner prescribed in Schedule XIV to the Companies Act, 1956. Intangible Assets are amortised over a period of five years.

D) Impairment of Assets

The Fixed Assets or a group of assets (cash generating units) are reviewed for impairment at each Balance Sheet date. In case of any such indication, the recoverable amount of these assets or group of assets is determined, and if such recoverable amount of the asset or cash generating unit to which the asset belongs is less than it''s carrying amount, the impairment loss is recognised by writing down such assets to their recoverable amount. An impairment loss is reversed if there is change in the recoverable amount and such loss either no longer exists or has decreased.

E) Investments

Quoted Investments are stated at cost or market value whichever is lower. Unquoted Investments are stated at cost. The decline in the value of the Unquoted Investments, other than temporary, is provided for. Cost is inclusive of brokerage, fees and duties but excludes Securities Transaction Tax.

F) Inventories

Inventories are valued at cost or net realisable value whichever is lower. Cost of inventories compr ises all costs of purchase, conversion and other costs incurred in bringing the inventories to their present location and condition. Cost is determined on weighted average basis.

G) Borrowing Costs

Borrowing costs that are directly attributable to the acquisition, construction or production of an qualifying assets are capitalised as part of the cost of that assets. Other borrowing costs are recognised as an expense in the period in which they are incurred.

H) Excise and Customs Duty

Excise Duty in respect of finished goods lying in the factory premises and Customs Duty on goods lying in customs bonded warehouse are provided for and included in the valuation of inventory.

I) CENVAT/Value Added Tax

CENVAT/Value Added Tax benefit is accounted for by reducing the purchase cost of the materials/fixed assets/services.

J) Revenue Recognition

a) Revenue is recongnised on transfer of significant risk and reward in respect of ownership.

b) Sales/Turnover for the year includes sales value of goods, excise duty, duty drawback and other recoveries such as insurance, transportation and packing charges but excludes sales tax, value added tax and recovery of finance and discounting charges.

c) Insurance, Duty Drawback and other claims are accounted for as and when admitted by the appropriate authorities.

d) Dividend on investments is recognised when the right to receive is established.

K) Foreign Currency Transactions

Transactions in foreign currencies are recorded at the exchange rate prevailing on the date of transactions. Foreign Currency Monetary Assets and Liabilities are translated at the year end rate. The difference between the rate prevailing on the date of transaction and on the date of settlement as also on translation of Monetary Items at the end of the year is recognised, as the case may be, as income or expense for the year.

L) Employee Benefits

a) Short Term Employees Benefits

Short Term Employees Benefits are recognized as an expense at the undiscounted amount in the Statement of Profit and Loss of the year in which the related services are rendered.

b) Post Employment Benefits

i) Provident Fund - Defined Contribution Plan

The Company contributes monthly at a determined rate. These contributions are remitted to the Employees'' Provident Fund Organisation, India for this purpose and is charged to Statement of Profit and Loss on accrual basis.

ii) Gratuity - Defined Benefit Plan

The Company provides for gratuity to all the eligible employees. The benefit is in the form of lump sum payments to vested employees on retirement, on death while in employment, or termination of employment for an amount equivalent to 15 days salary payable for each completed year of service. Vesting occurs on completion of five years of service. Liability in respect of gratuity is determined using the projected unit credit method with actuarial valuations as on the Balance Sheet date and gains/losses are recognized immediately in the Statement of Profit and Loss. iii) Leave Encashment

Liability in respect of leave encashment is determined using the projected unit credit method with actuarial valuations as on the Balance Sheet date and gains/losses are recognized immediately in the Statement of Profit and Loss.

M) Taxation

Income tax comprises of current tax and deferred tax. Provision for current income tax is made on the assessable income/benefits at the rate applicable to the relevant assessment year. Deferred tax assets and liabilities are recognised for the future tax consequences of timing differences, subject to the consideration of prudence. Deferred tax assets and liabilities are measured using the tax rates enacted or substantively enacted by the Balance Sheet date. The carrying amount of deferred tax asset/liability are reviewed at each Balance Sheet date and recognised and carried forward only to the extent that there is a reasonable certainty that the asset will be realised in future.

Minimum Alternate Tax (MAT) paid on the book profits, which give rise to future economic benefits in the form of tax credit against future income-tax liability, is recognised as an asset in the Balance Sheet if there is convincing evidence that the Company will pay normal tax within the period specified for utilisation of such credit.

N) Research and Development

Revenue Expenditure pertaining to Research and Development is charged to revenue under the respective heads of account in the year in which it is incurred. Capital expenditure, if any, on Research and Development is shown as an addition to Fixed Assets, under the respective heads.

O) Provisions, Contingent Liabilities and Contingent Assets

Provisions are recognised when there is a present obligation as a result of past events and it is probable that there will be an outflow of resources in respect of which reliable estimates can be made. Contingent Liabilities are not recognised but are disclosed in the Notes. Disputed demands in respect of Central Excise, Custom duty, Income tax, Sales tax and Other are disclosed as contingent liabilities. Payment in respect of such demands, if any, is shown as an advance, till the final outcome of the matter. Contingent assets are not recognised in the financial statements.

P) Warranty

Provision for the estimated liability in respect of warranty on sale of consumer electronics and home appliances products is made in the year in which the revenues are recognised, based on technical evaluation and past experience.

Q) Prior period items

Prior period items are included in the respective heads of accounts and material items are disclosed by way of Notes to Financial Statements.

R) Other Accounting Policies

These are consistent with the generally accepted accounting principles.


Dec 31, 2011

1. Basis of Accounting

a) The financial statements are prepared under the historical cost convention, except for certain fixed assets which are revalued, using the accrual system of accounting in accordance with the accounting principles generally accepted in India (Indian GAAP) and the requirements of the Companies Act. 1956. including the mandatory Accounting Standards as prescribed by the Companies (Accounting Standards) Rules, 2006.

b) Use of Estimates

The preparation of financial statements in conformity with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) requires the management of the Company to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported balances of assets and liabilities and disclosures relating to the contingent liabilities as at the date of the financial statements and reported amounts of income and expenses during the year. Example of such estimates include provisions for doubtful debts, employee retirement benefits plans, provision for income tax, provision for warranty cost and the useful lives of fixed assets. The difference between the actual results and estimates are recognised in the year in which the results are known and materialised.

2. Fixed Assets/Capital Work-in-Progress

a) Fixed Assets are stated at cost, except for certain fixed assets which have been stated at revalued amounts, less accumulated depreciation/amortisation and impairment loss, if any. The cost is inclusive of freight, installation cost, duties, taxes, financing cost and other incidental expenses related to the acquisition and installation of the respective assets but does not include tax/duty credits availed.

b) Capital Work-in-Progress is carried at cost, comprising of direct cost, attributable interest and related incidental expenditure. The advances given for acquiring fixed assets are shown under Capital Work-in-Progress.

3. Depreciation

The Company provides depreciation on fixed assets on straight line method at the rates specified in the Schedule XIV to the Companies Act, 1956, except on plant and machinery used in Refrigerator and Washing Machine Divisions, on which depreciation has been provided on written down value method at the rates and in the manner prescribed in Schedule XIV to the Companies Act, 1956.

Intangible Assets are amortised over a period of five years.

4. Impairment of Assets

The Fixed Assets or a group of assets (cash generating units) are reviewed for impairment at each Balance Sheet date. In case of any such indication, the recoverable amount of these assets or group of assets is determined, and if such recoverable amount of the asset or cash generating unit to which the asset belongs is less than its carrying amount, the impairment loss is recognised by writing down such assets to their recoverable amount. An impairment loss is reversed if there is change in the recoverable amount and such loss either no longer exists or has decreased,

5. Investments

Quoted Investments are valued at cost or market value whichever is lower. Unquoted Investments are stated at cost. The decline in the value of the Unquoted Investments, other than temporary, is provided for. Cost is inclusive of brokerage, fees and duties but excludes Securities Transaction Tax.

6. Inventories

Inventories are valued at cost or net realisable value whichever is lower. Cost of inventories comprises al! costs of purchase, conversion and other costs inquired in bringing the inventories to their present location and condition. Cost is determined on weighted average basis.

7. Borrowing Costs

Borrowing costs that are directly attributable to the acquisition, construction or production of qualifying assets are capitalised as part of the cost of that assets. Other borrowing costs are recognised as an expense in the period in which they are incurred.

8. Excise and Customs Duty

Excise Duty in respect of finished goods lying in the factory premises and Customs Duty on goods lying in customs bonded warehouse are provided for and included in the valuation of inventory.

9. CENVAT/Value Added Tax

CENVAT/Value Added Tax benefit is accounted for by reducing the pu chase cost of the materials/fixed assets/services.

10. Revenue Recognition

a) Revenue is recognised on transfer of significant risk and reward in respect of ownership.

b) Sales/Turnover for the year includes sales value of goods, excise duty, duty drawback and other recoveries such as insurance, transportation and packing charges but excludes sales tax, value added tax and recovery of finance and discounting charges.

c) Insurance, Duty Drawback and other claims are accounted for as and when admitted by the appropriate authorities.

d) Dividend on investments is recognised when the right to receive is established.

11. Foreign Currency Transactions

Transactions in foreign currencies are recorded at the exchange rate prevailing on the date of transactions. Foreign Currency Monetary Assets and Liabilities are translated at the year end rate. The difference between the rate prevailing on the date of transaction and on the date of settlement as also on translation of Monetary Items at the end of the year is recognised, as the case may be, as income or expense for the year/period.

12. Employee Benefits

a) Short Term Employees Benefits

Short Term Employees Benefits are recognised as an expense at the undiscounted amount in the Profit and Loss Account of the period in which the related services are rendered.

b) Post Employment Benefits

i) Provident Fund - Defined Contribution Plan

The Company contributes monthly at a determined rate. These contributions are remitted to the Employees' Provident Fund Organisation, India for this purpose and is charged to Profit and Loss Account on accrual basis.

ii) Gratuity - Defined Benefit Plan

The Company provides for gratuity to all the eligible employees. The benefit is in the form of lump sum payments to vested employees on retirement, on death while in employment, or termination of employment for an amount equivalent to 15 days salary payable for each completed year of service. Vesting occurs on the completion of five years of service. Liability in respect of gratuity is determined using the projected unit credit method with actuarial valuations as on the Balance Sheet date and gains/losses are recognised immediately in the Profit and Loss Account.

iii) Leave Encashment

Liability in respect of leave encashment is determined using the projected unit credit method with actuarial valuations as on the Balance Sheet date and gains/losses are recognised immediately in the Profit and Loss Account.

13. Taxation

Income tax comprises of current tax and deferred tax. Provision for current income tax is made on the assessable income/benefits at the rate applicable to the relevant assessment year. Deferred tax assets and liabilities are recognised for the future tax consequences of timing differences, subject to the consideration of prudence. Deferred tax assets and liabilities are measured using the tax rates enacted or substantively enacted by the Balance Sheet date. The carrying amount of deferred tax asset/liability are reviewed at each Balance Sheet date and recognised and carried forward only to the extent that there is a reasonable certainty that the asset will be realised in future.

Minimum Alternate Tax (MAT) paid on the book profits, which give rise to future economic benefits in the form of tax credit against future income-tax liability, is recognised as an asset in the Balance Sheet if there is convincing evidence that the Company will pay normal tax within the period specified for utilisation of such credit.

14. Research and Development

Revenue Expenditure pertaining to Research and Development is charged to revenue under the respective heads of account in the year in which it is incurred. Capital expenditure, if any, on Research and Development is shown as an addition to Fixed Assets, under the respective heads.

15. Provisions, Contingent Liabilities and Contingent Assets

Provisions are recognised when there is a present obligation as a result of past events and it is probable that there will be an outflow of resources in respect of which reliable estimates can be made.

Contingent Liabilities are disclosed by way of Notes to Accounts. Disputed demands in respect of Central Excise, Custom duty, Income tax and Sales tax are disclosed as contingent liabilities. Payment in respect of such demands, if any, is shown as an advance, till the final outcome of the matter.

Contingent assets are not recognised in the financial statements.

16. Warranty

Provision tor the estimated liability in respect of warranty on sale of consumer electronics and home appliances products is made in the year in which the revenue is recognised, based on technical evaluation and past experience.

17. Prior period Items etc.

Prior period items are included in the respective heads of accounts and material items are disclosed by way of Notes to Accounts.

18. Other Accounting Policies

These are consistent with the generally accepted accounting principles.


Dec 31, 2010

1. Basis of Accounting

a) The financial statements are prepared under the historical cost convention, except for certain fixed assets which are revalued, using the accrual system of accounting in accordance with the accounting principles generally accepted in India (Indian GAAP) and the requirements of the Companies Act 1956, including the mandatory Accounting Standards as prescribed by the Companies (Accounting Standards) Rules, 2006.

b) Use of Estimates

The preparation of financial statements requires the management of the Company to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported balances of assets and liabilities and disclosures relating to the contingent liabilities as at the date of the financial statements and reported amounts of income and expenses during the year. Example of such estimates include provisions for doubtful debts, employee retirement benefits plans, provision for income tax, provision for warranty cost and the useful lives of fixed assets. The difference between the actual results and estimates are recoginised in the period in which the results are known and materialised.

2. Fixed Assets/Capital Work in Progress

a) Fixed Assets are stated at cost, except for certain fixed assets which have been stated at revalued amounts, less accumulated depreciation/amortisation and impairment loss, if any. The cost is inclusive of freight, installation cost, duties, taxes, financing cost and other incidental expenses related to the acquisition and installation of the respective assets but does not include tax/duty credits availed.

b) Capital Work in Progress is carried at cost, comprising of direct cost, attributable interest and related incidental expenditure. The advances given for acquiring fixed assets are shown under Capital Work in Progress.

3. Depreciation

The Company provides depreciation on fixed assets on straight line method at the rates specified in the Schedule XIV to the Companies Act, 1956, except on plant and machinery used in Refrigerator and Washing Machine Divisions, on which depreciation has been provided on written down value method at the rates and in the manner prescribed in Schedule XIV to the Companies Act, 1956. Intangible Assets are amortised over a period of five years.

4. Impairment of Assets

The Fixed Assets or a group of assets (cash generating units) are reviewed for impairment at each Balance Sheet date. In case of any such indication, the recoverable amount of these assets or group of assets is determined, and if such recoverable amount of the asset or cash generating unit to which the asset belongs is less than its carrying amount, the impairment loss is recognised by writing down such assets to their recoverable amount. An impairment loss is reversed if there is change in the recoverable amount and such loss either no longer exists or has decreased.

5. Investments

Quoted Investments are valued at cost or market value whichever is lower. Unquoted Investments are stated at cost. The decline in the value of the Unquoted Investments, other than temporary, is provided for. Cost is inclusive of brokerage, fees and duties but excludes Securities Transaction Tax.

6. Inventories

Inventories are valued at cost or net realisable value whichever is lower. Cost of inventories comprises all costs of purchase, conversion and other costs incurred in bringing the inventories to their present location and condition. Cost is determined on weighted average basis.

7. Borrowing Costs

Borrowing costs that are directly attributable to the acquisition, construction or production of qualifying assets are capitalised as part of the cost of those assets. Other borrowing costs are recognised as an expense in the period in which they are incurred.

8. Excise and Customs Duty

Excise Duty in respect of finished goods lying in factory premises and Customs Duty on goods lying in customs bonded warehouse are provided for and included in the valuation of inventory.

9. CENVAT/Value Added Tax

CENVAT/ Value Added Tax benefit is accounted for by reducing the purchase cost of the materials/ fixed assets/ services.

10. Revenue Recognition

a) Revenue is recongnised on transfer of significant risk and reward in respect of ownership.

b) Sales/Turnover for the period/ year includes sales value of goods, excise duty, duty drawback and other recoveries such as insurance, transportation and packing charges but excludes sales tax, value added tax and recovery of finance and discounting charges.

c) Insurance, duty drawback and other claims are accounted for as and when admitted by the appropriate authorities.

d) Dividend on investments is recognised when the right to receive is established.

11. Foreign Currency Transactions

Transactions in foreign currencies are recorded at the exchange rate prevailing on the date of transactions. Foreign Currency Monetary Assets and Liabilities are translated at the year end rate. The difference between the rate prevailing on the date of transaction and on the date of settlement as also on translation of Monetary Items at the end of the year is recognised, as the case may be, as income or expense for the period.

12. Employee Benefits

a) Short Term Employee Benefits

Short Term Employee Benefits are recognised as an expense at the undiscounted amount in the Profit and Loss Account of the period in which the related services are rendered.

b) Post Employment Benefits

i) Provident Fund - Defined Contribution Plan

The Company contributes monthly at a determined rate. These contributions are remitted to the Employees Provident Fund Organisation, India for this purpose and is charged to Profit and Loss Account on accrual basis.

ii) Gratuity - Defined Benefit Plan

The Company provides for gratuity to all the eligible employees. The benefit is in the form of lump sum payments to vested employees on retirement, on death while in employment, or termination of employment for an amount equivalent to 15 days salary payable for each completed year of service. Vesting occurs on completion of five years of service. Liability in respect of gratuity is determined using the projected unit credit method with actuarial valuations as on the Balance Sheet date and gains/losses are recognised immediately in the Profit and Loss Account.

iii) Leave Encashment

Liability in respect of leave encashment is determined using the projected unit credit method with actuarial valuations as on the Balance Sheet date and gains/losses are recognized immediately in the Profit and Loss Account.

13. Taxation

Income tax comprises of current tax and deferred tax. Provision for current income tax is made on the assessable income/benefits at the rate applicable to relevant assessment year. Deferred tax assets and liabilities are recognised for the future tax consequences of timing differences, subject to the consideration of prudence. Deferred tax assets and liabilities are measured using the tax rates enacted or substantively enacted by the Balance Sheet date. The carrying amount of deferred tax asset/liability are reviewed at each Balance Sheet date and recognised and carried forward only to the extent that there is a reasonable certainty that the asset will be realised in future.

Minimum Alternate Tax (MAT) paid on the book profits, which gives rise to future economic benefits in the form of tax credit against future income tax liability, is recognised as an asset in the Balance Sheet if there is convincing evidence that the Company will pay normal tax within the period specified for utilisation of such credit.

14. Research and Development

Revenue Expenditure pertaining to Research and Development is charged to revenue under the respective heads of account in the year in which it is incurred. Capital expenditure, if any, on Research and Development is shown as an addition to Fixed Assets, under the respective heads.

15. Provisions, Contingent Liabilities and Contingent Assets

Provisions are recognised when there is a present obligation as a result of past events and it is probable that there will be an outflow of resources in respect of which reliable estimate can be made.

Contingent Liabilities are disclosed by way of Notes to Accounts. Disputed demands in respect of Central Excise, Customs, Income tax and Sales Tax are disclosed as contingent liabilities. Payment in respect of such demands, if any, is shown as an advance, till the final outcome of the matter.

Contingent assets are not recognised in the financial statements.

16. Warranty

Provision for the estimated liability in respect of warranty on sale of consumer electronics and home appliances products is made in the year in which the revenue is recognised, based on technical evaluation and past experience.

17. Prior period Items etc.

Prior period items are included in the respective heads of accounts and material items are disclosed by way of Notes to Accounts.

18. Other Accounting Policies

These are consistent with the generally accepted accounting principles.


Sep 30, 2009

1. Basis of Accounting

a) The financial statements are prepared under the historical cost convention, except for certain fixed assets which are revalued, using the accrual system of accounting in accordance with the accounting principles generally accepted in India (Indian GAAP) and the requirements of the Companies Act, 1956, including the mandatory Accounting Standards as prescribed by the Companies (Accounting Standards) Rules, 2006.

b) Use of Estimates

The preparation of financial statements requires the management of the Company to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported balances of assets and liabilities and disclosures relating to the contingent liabilities as at the date of the financial statements and reported amounts of income and expenses during the year. Example of such estimates include provisions for doubtful debts, employee retirement benefits plans, provision for income tax, accounting for contract costs expected to be incurred to complete software development and the useful lives of fixed assets. The difference between the actual results and estimates are recoginised in the period in which the results are known and materlised.

2. Fixed Assets

a) Fixed Assets are stated at actual cost, except for certain fixed assets which have been stated at revalued amounts, less accumulated depreciation/amortisation and impairment loss, if any. The actual cost is inclusive of freight, installation cost, duties, taxes, financing cost and other incidental expenses but net of Cenvat/Value added tax.

b) Capital Work-in-Progress is carried at cost, comprising of direct cost, attributable interest and related incidental expenditure. The advances given for acquiring fixed assets are shown under Capital Work-in-Progress.

3. Depreciation

The Company provides depreciation on fixed assets on straight line method at the rates specified in the Schedule XIV to the Companies Act, 1956 except on plant and machinery used in Refrigerator and Washing Machine Divisions, on which depreciation has been provided on written down value method at the rates and in the manner prescribed in Schedule XIV to the Companies Act, 1956. Intangible Assets are amortised over a period of five years.

4. Impairment of Assets

The Fixed Assets or a group of assets (Cash generating units) are reviewed for impairment at each Balance Sheet date. In case of any such indication, the recoverable amount of these assets or group of assets is determined, and if such recoverable amount of the asset or cash generating unit to which the asset belongs is less than its carrying amount, the impairment loss is recognised by writing down such assets to their recoverable amount. An impairment loss is reversed if there is change in the recoverable amount and such loss either no longer exists or has decreased.

5. Investments

Quoted Investments are valued at cost or market value whichever is lower. Unquoted Investments are stated at cost. The decline in the value of the Unquoted Investments, other than temporary, is provided for. Cost is inclusive of brokerage, fees and duties but excludes Securities Transaction Tax.

6. Inventories

Inventories are valued at cost or net realisable^ value whichever is lower. Cost of inventories comprises all costs of purchase, conversion and other costs incurred in bringing the inventories to their present location and condition. Cost is determined on weighted average basis.

7. Borrowing Costs

Borrowing costs that are directly attributable to the acquisition, construction or production of an qualifying assets are capitalised as part of the cost of that assets. Other borrowing costs are recognised as an expense in the period in which they are incurred.

8. Excise and Customs Duty

Excise Duty in respect of finished goods lying in factory premises and Customs Duty on goods lying in customs bonded warehouse are provided for and included in the valuation of inventory.

9. CENVAT/Value Added Tax

CENVAT/Value Added Tax benefit is accounted for by reducing the purchase cost of the materials/fixed assets.

10. Revenue Recognition

a) Revenue is recongnised on transfer of significant risk and reward in respect of ownership.

b) Sales/Turnover for the year includes sales value of goods, excise duty, duty drawback and other recoveries such as insurance, transportation and packing charges but excludes sales tax, value added tax and recovery of finance and discounting charges.

c) Insurance, Duty Drawback and other claims are accounted for as and when admitted by the appropriate authorities.

d) Dividend on investments is recognised when the right to receive is established.

11. Foreign Currency Transactions

a) Transactions in foreign currencies are recorded at the exchange rate prevailing on the date of transactions. Current Assets and Current Liabilities are translated at the year end rate. The difference between the rate prevailing on the date of transaction and on the date of settlement as also on translation of Current Assets and Current Liabilities at the end of the year is recognised as income or expense, as the case may be, for the year.

b) Foreign Currency loans in respect of fixed assets outstanding on the last date of the financial year are translated at the exchange rate prevailing on that day and any loss or gain arising on such translation is recognised, as the case may be, as income or expense for the year.

12. Employee Benefits

a) Short Term Employees Benefits

Short Term Employees Benefits are recognized as an expense at the undiscounted amount in the Profit and Loss Account of the year in which the related services is rendered.

b) Post Employment Benefits i) Provident Fund

The Company contributes monthly at a determined rate. These contributions are remitted to the Employees Provident Fund Organisation, India for this purpose and is charged to Profit and Loss account on accrual basis.

ii) Gratuity

The Company provides for gratuity (a defined benefit retirement plan) to all the eligible employees. The benefit is in the form of lump sum payments to vested employees on retirement, on death while in employment, or termination of employment for an equivalent to 15 days salary payable for each completed year of service. Vesting occurs on completion of five years of service. Liability in respect of gratuity is determined using the projected unit credit method with actuarial valuations as on the balance sheet date and gains/losses are recognized immediately in the Profit and Loss Account.

iii) Leave Encashment

Liability in respect of leave encashment is determined using the projected unit credit method with actuarial valuations as on the balance sheet date and gains/losses are recognized immediately in the Profit and Loss Account.

13. Taxation

Income tax comprises of current tax, deferred tax and fringe benefit tax. Provision for current income tax and fringe benefit tax is made on the assessable income/benefits at the rate applicable to relevant assessment year. Deferred tax assets and liabilities are recognised for the future tax consequences of timing differences, subject to the consideration of prudence. Deferred tax assets and liabilities are measured using the tax rates enacted or substantively enacted by the balance sheet date. The carrying amount of deferred tax asset/liability are reviewed at each balance sheet date and recognised and carried forward only to the extent that there is a reasonable certainty that the asset will be realised in future.

14. Research and Development

Revenue Expenditure pertaining to Research and Development is charged to revenue under the respective heads of account in the year in which it is incurred. Capital expenditure, if any, on Research and Development is shown as an addition to Fixed Assets, under the respective heads.

15. Provisions, Contingent Liabilities and Contingent Assets Provisions comprise liabilities of uncertain timing or amount. Provisions are recognised when there is a present obligation as a result of past events and it is probable that there will be an outflow of resources. Contingent Liabilities are disclosed by way of Notes to Accounts. Disputed demands in respect of Central Excise, Customs, Service tax, Income-tax and Sales tax are disclosed as contingent liabilities. Payment in respect of such demands, if any, is shown as an advance, till the final outcome of the matter.

Contingent assets are not recognised in the financial statements.

16. Warranty

Provision for the estimated liability in respect of warranty on sale of consumer electronics and home appliances products is made in the year in which the revenue are recognised, based on technical evaluation and past experience.

17. Prior period Items etc.

Prior period items are included in the respective heads of accounts and material items are disclosed by way of Notes to Accounts.

18. Other Accounting Policies

These are consistent with the generally accepted accounting policies.

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