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Mar 31, 2023

I. General Information:

Birla Precision Technologies Limited (the Company) is a Public Limited Company incorporated in India having its registered office at 23, Birla Mansion No.2, 1st Floor D. D. Sathe Marg, Prarthana Samaj, Mumbai, Maharashtra, 400004, India. The Company is engaged in the manufacturing and selling of Machine Tool Accessories, Tools, Precision / Automotive Components and Castings.

Significant accounting policies followed by the Company

(A) Basis of preparation of financial statements:

(i) Compliance with Ind AS:

The financial statements comply in all material aspects with Indian Accounting Standards (Ind AS) notified under Section 133 of the Companies Act, 2013 and other relevant provisions of the Act.

(ii) Basis of preparation:

These consolidated financial statements have been prepared on historical cost basis except for certain financial instruments and defined benefit plans which are measured at fair value or amortised cost at the end of each reporting period. Historical cost is generally based on the fair value of the consideration given in exchange for goods and services.Fair value is the price that would be received to sell an asset or paid to transfer a liability in an orderly transaction between market participants at the measurement date. All assets and liabilities have been classified as current and non-current as per the Group’s normal operating cycle. Based on the nature of services rendered to customers and time elapsed between deployment of resources and the realisation in cash and cash equivalents of the consideration for such services rendered, the Group has considered an operating cycle of I 2 months.

(B) Use of estimates:

The preparation of financial statements in conformity with the generally accepted accounting principles requires estimates and assumptions to be made by the management that affect the reported amount of assets and liabilities on the date of the financial statements and the reported amount of revenues and expenses during the reporting period. Differences between actual results and estimates are recognized in the period in which the results are crystallized.

(C) Revenue recognition:

(a) Revenue from the sale of goods is recognized upon the passage of title to the customers, which generally coincides with delivery.

(b) Export sales are accounted based on the dates of Bill of Lading.

(c) Interest Income is accrued on time proportion basis over the period of loan / deposit / investment except in case of significant uncertainties.

(D) Property, Plant and Equipment:

(a) All items of property, plant and equipment are stated at historical cost less depreciation. Historical cost includes expenditure that is directly attributable to the acquisition of the items. Cost may also include hedges of foreign currency purchases of property, plant and equipment. Subsequent costs are included in the asset''s carrying amount or recognised as a separate asset, as appropriate, only when it is probable that future economic benefits associates with the item will flow to the Company and the cost of the item can be measured reliably.All other repairs and maintenance are charged to profit or loss during the reporting period in which they are incurred.

(b) Depreciation methods, estimated useful lives and residual value:

(i) DepreciatiomThe Company has ascertained the useful life of its various assets and charged depreciation in accordance with Schedule II of the Companies Act, 2013 except in case of Precision Components division the useful life of shop toolings fixtures has been determined as 2 years.

(ii) Leasehold Land is amortized over the period of lease.

(iii) The useful lives have been determined based on technical evaluation done by the management’s expert in order to reflect the actual usage of the assets. The residual values are not more than 5% of the original cost of the asset.The assets’ residual values and useful lives are reviewed, and adjusted if appropriate, at the end of each reporting period.

(iv) An asset’s carrying amount is written down immediately to its recoverable amount if the asset’s carrying amount is greater than its estimated recoverable amount.

(v) Gains and losses on disposals are determined by comparing proceeds with carrying amount.These are included in statement of profit and loss.

(E) Intangible Assets:

Computer Software and Technical Know-How are amortized over a period of 3 years from the date of acquisition.

(F) Capital Work in Progress:

Expenditure during construction period including development cost incurred on the projects under implementation are treated as pre-operative expenses pending allocation to the assets and are included under “Capital Work in Progress”. These expenses are apportioned to fixed assets on commencement of commercial production.

(G) Impairment of Assets:

An asset is treated as impaired when the carrying cost of the asset exceeds its recoverable value.An impairment loss, if any, is charged to statement of profit and loss in the year in which an asset is identified as impaired.The impairment loss recognized in prior accounting period is reversed if there has been a change in the estimate of recoverable amount.

(H) Valuation of Inventory:

(a) Raw Materials and components, semi-finished goods, finished goods, stores and spares, goods for trade are valued at cost or net realizable value whichever is lower. Cost formula used is weighted average cost. Cost comprises of cost of purchase, cost of conversion and other cost incurred in bringing the inventory to its present location and condition.

(b) Goods / Materials in Transit are valued at cost to date.

(c) Scrap is valued at its estimated realizable value.

(d) Adequate provisions are made for obsolete inventory based on technical estimates made by the Company.

(I) Foreign CurrencyTransactions:

Transactions arising in foreign currencies during the year are converted at the rates closely approximating the rates ruling on the transaction dates. Liabilities and receivables in foreign currency are restated at the year end exchange rates.All exchange rate differences arising from conversion in terms of the above are included in the statement of profit and loss.

In case of items which are covered by forward exchange contracts, the difference between the year end rate and rate on the date of contract is recognised as exchange difference and the premium paid on forward contracts is recognised over the life of the contract.

(J) Employee Benefits:

(i) Short-term obligations:

Liabilities for wages and salaries, including nonmonetary benefits that are expected to be settled wholly within I 2 months after the end of the period in which the employees render the related service are recognised in respect of employees’ services up to the end of the reporting period and are measured at the amounts expected to be paid when the liabilities are settled. The Liabilities are presented under current liabilities in the balance sheet.

(ii) Other long-term employee benefit obligations:

The liabilities for earned leave are measured as the present value of expected future payments to be made in respect of services provided by employees up to the end of the reporting period using the projected unit credit method.The benefits are discounted using the market yields at the end of the reporting period that have terms approximating to the terms of the related obligation. Remeasurements as a result of experience adjustments and changes in actuarial assumptions are recognised in statement of profit and loss.

(iii) Post-employment obligations:

(a) Defined contribution plans: Company’s

contribution to the provident fund scheme is recognized during the year in which the related service is rendered.

(b) Defined benefit plans: The liability or asset recognised in the balance sheet in respect of gratuity plans is the present value of the defined benefit obligation at the end of the reporting period less the fair value of plan assets. The defined benefit obligation is calculated annually by actuaries using projected unit credit method.

(c) The net interest cost is calculated by applying the discount rate to the net balance of the defined benefit obligation and the fair value of plan assets. This cost is included in employee benefit expense in the statement of profit and loss.

(d) Remeasurement gains and losses arising from experience adjustments and changes in actuarial assumptions are recognised in the period in which they occuq directly in other comprehensive income. They are included in retained earnings in the statement of changes in equity and in the balance sheet.

(e) Changes in present value of the defined benefit obligation resulting from plan amendments or curtailments are recognised immediately in profit or loss as past service cost.

(f) Long Term compensated absences are provided on the basis of an actuarial valuation.

(K) Research and Development Costs:

Revenue expenditure, including overheads on research and development, is charged as an expense through the natural heads of account in the year in which incurred. Expenditure incurred at development phase, where it is reasonably certain that outcome of research will be commercially exploited to yield economic benefits to the Company, is considered as an Intangible assets and depreciation is provided on such assets as applicable.

(L) Investments:

Current investments are carried at lower of cost or fair value. Long term investments are carried at cost less provision for other than temporary decline in the value of such investments. Investment in subsidiaries are valued at cost.

(M) Borrowing Cost:

General and specific borrowing costs that are directly attributable to the acquisition, construction or production of a qualifying asset are capitalised during the period of time that is required to complete and prepare the assets for its intended use or sale. Qualifying assets are assets that necessarily take a substantial period of time to get ready for their intended use or sale. Other borrowing costs are expensed in the period in which they are incurred.

(N) Taxation:

Income tax expense comprises Current tax and Deferred tax charge or credit. Provision for Current tax is made on the assessable income at the tax rate applicable to the relevant

assessment year. Minimum alternative tax (MAT) paid in accordance with the tax laws, which gives rise to future economic benefits in the form of adjustment of 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 recognized as an asset in the balance sheet when it is probable that the future economic benefit associated with it will flow to the Company and the asset can be measured reliably. The deferred tax asset and/or deferred tax liability is calculated by applying substantively enacted rate as at balance sheet date. Deferred tax assets arising mainly on account of brought forward losses and unabsorbed depreciation is recognized if and only if there is virtual certainty backed by convincing evidence of its realization. At each balance sheet date, carrying amount of deferred tax assets is reviewed to reassure realization.

(O) Share Issue Expenses:

Issue expenses are adjusted against the Share Premium.

(P) Government Grant/Loan:

Capital grants for project capital subsidy are credited to capital

reserves.

(Q) Provisions, Contingent Liabilities and Contingent

Assets:

Provisions involving a substantial degree of estimation in measurement 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. Contingent Liabilities are not recognized but are disclosed in the notes. Contingent Assets are neither recognized nor disclosed in the financial statements.


Mar 31, 2018

1. General Information:

Birla Precision Technologies Limited (the Company) is a Public Limited Company incorporated in India having its registered office at B-15/4, M.I.D.C. Industrial Area,Waluj,Aurangabad - 431 133, Maharashtra, India.The Company is engaged in the manufacturing and selling of Machine Tool Accessories,Tools, Precision Components and Castings.

Significant accounting policies followed by the Company

(A) Basis of preparation of financial statements:

(i) Compliance with Ind AS:

The financial statements comply in all material aspects with Indian Accounting Standards (Ind AS) notified under Section 133 of the Companies Act, 2013 and other relevant provisions of the Act. The financial statements up to year ended 31st March, 2017 were prepared in accordance with the accounting standards notified under Companies (Accounting Standard) Rules, 2006 (as amended) and other relevant provisions of the Act.The Company has adopted Ind-AS from 1st April, 2017.

(ii) Reconciliations between previous GAAP and Ind AS:

Ind AS 101 requires an entity to reconcile equity, total comprehensive income and cash flows for prior periods. The following tables represent the reconciliations from previous GAAP to Ind AS.

 

b) Transition to Ind AS:

On transition to Ind AS, the Company has elected to continue with the carrying value of all of its property, plant and equipment recognised as at 1st April

2017 and use that carrying value as the deemed cost of the property, plant and equipment.

(c) Depreciation methods, estimated useful lives and residual value:

(i) Depreciation:The Company has ascertained the useful life of its various assets and charged depreciation in accordance with Schedule II of the Companies

Act, 2013 except in case of Precision Components division the useful life of shop toolings fixtures has been determined as 2 years.

(ii) Leasehold Land is amortized over the period of lease.

(iii) The useful lives have been determined based on technical evaluation done by the management's expert in order to reflect the actual usage of the assets.The residual values are not more than 5% of the original cost of the asset.The assets' residual values and useful lives are reviewed, and adjusted if appropriate, at the end of each reporting period.

(iv) An asset's carrying amount is written down immediately to its recoverable amount if the asset's carrying amount is greater than its estimated recoverable amount.

(v) Gains and losses on disposals are determined by comparing proceeds with carrying amount.These are included in statement of profit and loss.

(E) Intangible Assets:

(i) Computer Software and Technical Know-How are amortized over a period of 3 years from the date of acquisition. (ii) Transition to Ind AS:

On transition to Ind AS, the Company has elected to continue with the carrying value of all of its intangible assets recognised as at 1st April 2017 and use that carrying value as the deemed cost of intangible assets.

(F) Capital Work in Progress:

Expenditure during construction period including development cost incurred on the projects under implementation are treated as pre-operative expenses pending allocation to the assets and are included under “Capital Work in Progress”.These expenses are apportioned to fixed assets on commencement of commercial production.

(G) Impairment of Assets:

An asset is treated as impaired when the carrying cost of the asset exceeds its recoverable value.An impairment loss, if any, is charged to statement of profit and loss in the year in which an asset is identified as impaired. The impairment loss recognized in prior accounting period is reversed if there has been a change in the estimate of recoverable amount.

(H) Valuation of Inventory:

(a) Raw Materials and components, semi-finished goods, finished goods, stores and spares, goods for trade are valued at cost or net realizable value whichever is lower. Cost formula used is weighted average cost. Cost comprises of cost of purchase, cost of conversion and other cost incurred in bringing the inventory to its present location and condition.

(b) Goods / Materials in Transit are valued at cost to date. (c) Scrap is valued at its estimated realizable value.

(d) Adequate provisions are made for obsolete inventory based on technical estimates made by the Company.

(I) Foreign Currency Transactions:

Transactions arising in foreign currencies during the year are converted at the rates closely approximating the rates ruling on the transaction dates. Liabilities and receivables in foreign currency are restated at the year end exchange rates.All exchange rate differences arising from conversion in terms of the above are included in the statement of profit and loss.

In case of items which are covered by forward exchange contracts, the difference between the year end rate and rate on the date of contract is recognised as exchange difference and the premium paid on forward contracts is recognised over the life of the contract.

(J) Employee Benefits:

(i) Short-term obligations:

Liabilities for wages and salaries, including non-monetary benefits that are expected to be settled wholly within 12 months after the end of the period in which the employees render the related service are recognised in respect of employees' services up to the end of the reporting period and are measured at the amounts expected to be paid when the liabilities are settled.The Liabilities are presented under current liabilities in the balance sheet.

(ii) Other long-term employee benefit obligations:

The liabilities for earned leave are measured as the present value of expected future payments to be made in respect of services provided by employees up to the end of the reporting period using the projected unit credit method.The benefits are discounted using the market yields at the end of the reporting period that have terms approximating to the terms of the related obligation. Remeasurements as a result of experience adjustments and changes in actuarial assumptions are recognised in statement of profit and loss.

(iii) Post-employment obligations:

(a) Defined contribution plans: Company's contribution to the provident fund scheme is recognized during the year in which the related service is

rendered.

(b) Defined benefit plans: The liability or asset recognised in the balance sheet in respect of gratuity plans is the present value of the defined benefit obligation at the end of the reporting period less the fair value of plan assets.The defined benefit obligation is calculated annually by actuaries using projected unit credit method.

(c) The net interest cost is calculated by applying the discount rate to the net balance of the defined benefit obligation and the fair value of plan assets.

This cost is included in employee benefit expense in the statement of profit and loss.

(d) Remeasurement gains and losses arising from experience adjustments and changes in actuarial assumptions are recognised in the period in which they occur, directly in other comprehensive income.They are included in retained earnings in the statement of changes in equity and in the balance sheet.

(e) Changes in present value of the defined benefit obligation resulting from plan amendments or curtailments are recognised immediately in profit or loss

as past service cost.

(f) Long Term compensated absences are provided on the basis of an actuarial valuation.

(K) Research and Development Costs:

Revenue expenditure, including overheads on research and development, is charged as an expense through the natural heads of account in the year in which incurred. Expenditure incurred at development phase, where it is reasonably certain that outcome of research will be commercially exploited to yield economic benefits to the Company, is considered as an Intangible assets and depreciation is provided on such assets as applicable.

(L) Investments:

Current investments are carried at lower of cost or fair value. Long term investments are carried at cost less provision for other than temporary decline in the value of such investments.

(M) Borrowing Cost:

General and specific borrowing costs that are directly attributable to the acquisition, construction or production of a qualifying asset are capitalised during the period of time that is required to complete and prepare the assets for its intended use or sale. Qualifying assets are assets that necessarily take a substantial period of time to get ready for their intended use or sale. Other borrowing costs are expensed in the period in which they are incurred.

(N) Taxation:

Income tax expense comprises Current tax and Deferred tax charge or credit. Provision for Current tax is made on the assessable income at the tax rate applicable to the relevant assessment year. Minimum alternative tax (MAT) paid in accordance with the tax laws, which gives rise to future economic benefits in the form of adjustment of 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 recognized as an asset in the balance sheet when it is probable that the future economic benefit associated with it will flow to the Company and the asset can be measured reliably.The deferred tax asset and/or deferred tax liability is calculated by applying substantively enacted rate as at balance sheet date. Deferred tax assets arising mainly on account of brought forward losses and unabsorbed depreciation is recognized if and only if there is virtual certainty backed by convincing evidence of its realization.At each balance sheet date, carrying amount of deferred tax assets is reviewed to reassure realization.

(O) Share Issue Expenses:

Issue expenses are adjusted against the Share Premium.

(P) Government Grant/Loan:

Capital grants for project capital subsidy are credited to capital reserves.

The Company has availed mandatory exemption under Ind AS 101 and accordingly, there is no change in accounting treatment on the amount carried forward on the date of transition for sales tax deferral loan / incentive.

(Q) Provisions, Contingent Liabilities and Contingent Assets:

Provisions involving a substantial degree of estimation in measurement 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. Contingent Liabilities are not recognized but are disclosed in the notes. Contingent Assets are neither recognized nor disclosed in the financial statements.


Mar 31, 2016

(A) Basis of preparation of financial statements:

The financial statements have been prepared on accrual basis under historical cost convention and in compliance in all material aspects with the applicable Accounting Principles in India and comply with the Accounting Standards issued by the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India and referred to in Section I29 and Section I33 of the Companies Act, 20I3 of India. The accounting policies applied by the Company are consistent with those used in the previous year.

(B) Use of estimates:

The preparation of financial statements in conformity with the generally accepted accounting principles requires estimates and assumptions to be made by the management that affect the reported amount of assets and liabilities on the date of the financial statements and the reported amount of revenues and expenses during the reporting period. Differences between actual results and estimates are recognized in the period in which the results are crystallized.

(C) Revenue recognition:

(a) Revenue from the sale of goods is recognized upon the passage of title to the customers, which generally coincides with delivery. Sales are inclusive of excise duty and net of adjustments for discounts and sales tax.

(b) Export sales are accounted based on the dates of Bill of Lading.

(c) Interest Income is accrued on time proportion basis over the period of loan / deposit / investment except in case of significant uncertainties.

(D) Fixed Assets and Depreciation / Amortization:

(a) Fixed assets are stated at cost, net of modvat / cenvat / value added tax and includes amounts added on revaluation, less accumulated depreciation and impairment loss, if any. All costs, including financing cost till commencement of commercial production, net charges of foreign exchange contracts and adjustments arising from exchange rate variations attributable to the fixed assets are capitalized.

(b) Leasehold Land is amortized over the period of lease.

(c) Computer Software and Technical Know-How are amortized over a period of 3 years from the date of acquisition.

(d) Depreciation: The Company has ascertained the useful life of its various assets and charged depreciation in accordance with Schedule II of the Companies Act, 20I3 except in case of Precision Components division the useful life of shop tooling’s fixtures has been determined as 2 years.

(E) Capital Work in Progress:

Expenditure during construction period including development cost incurred on the projects under implementation are treated as pre-operative expenses pending allocation to the assets and are included under “Capital Work in Progress”. These expenses are apportioned to fixed assets on commencement of commercial production.

(F) Impairment of Fixed Assets:

An asset is treated as impaired when the carrying cost of the asset exceeds its recoverable value. An impairment loss, if any, is charged to statement of profit and loss in the year in which an asset is identified as impaired. The impairment loss recognized in prior accounting period is reversed if there has been a change in the estimate of recoverable amount.

(G) Valuation of Inventory:

(a) Raw Materials and components, semi-finished goods, finished goods, stores and spares, goods for trade are valued at cost or net realizable value whichever is lower. Finished goods at factory premises and branches are valued inclusive of excise duty. Cost formula used is weighted average cost. Cost comprises of cost of purchase, cost of conversion and other cost incurred in bringing the inventory to its present location and condition.

(b) Goods / Materials in Transit are valued at cost to date.

(c) Scrap is valued at its estimated realizable value.

(d) Adequate provisions are made for obsolete inventory based on technical estimates made by the Company.

(H) Foreign Currency Transactions:

Transactions arising in foreign currencies during the year are converted at the rates closely approximating the rates ruling on the transaction dates. Liabilities and receivables in foreign currency are restated at the yearend exchange rates. All exchange rate differences arising from conversion in terms of the above are included in the statement of profit and loss.

In case of items which are covered by forward exchange contracts, the difference between the yearend rate and rate on the date of contract is recognized as exchange difference and the premium paid on forward contracts is recognized over the life of the contract.

(I) Employee Benefits:

Short term employee benefits are recognized as an expense at the undiscounted amount in the statement of profit and loss of the year in which the related service is rendered.

Post employment benefits:

(i) Defined contribution plans: Company’s contribution to the provident fund scheme is recognized during the year in which the related service is rendered.

(ii) Defined benefit plans: The present value of the obligation is determined based on an actuarial valuation, using the Projected Unit Credit Method. Actuarial gains or losses on such valuation are recognized immediately in the statement of profit and loss. The fair value of the plan assets of the fund / trust administered by the Company, is reduced from the gross obligation under the defined benefit plan, to recognize the obligation on a net basis.

(iii) Long Term compensated absences are provided on the basis of an actuarial valuation.

(J) Research and Development Costs:

Revenue expenditure, including overheads on research and development, is charged as an expense through the natural heads of account in the year in which incurred. Expenditure, which results in the creation of capital assets, is capitalized and depreciation is provided on such assets as applicable.

(K) Investments:

Current investments are carried at lower of cost or quoted / fair value. Long term investments are stated at cost. Provision for diminution in the value of long term investment is made only if such a decline is other than temporary.

(L) Borrowing Cost:

Borrowing costs attributable to the acquisition or construction of a qualifying asset are capitalized as part of cost of such assets. A qualifying asset is one that necessarily takes substantial period of time to get ready for intended use. All other borrowing costs are recognized as an expense in the period in which they are incurred.

(M) Taxation:

Income tax expense comprises Current tax and Deferred tax charge or credit. Provision for Current tax is made on the assessable income at the tax rate applicable to the relevant assessment year. Minimum alternative tax (MAT) paid in accordance with the tax laws, which gives rise to future economic benefits in the form of adjustment of 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 recognized as an asset in the balance sheet when it is probable that the future economic benefit associated with it will flow to the Company and the asset can be measured reliably. The deferred tax asset and/or deferred tax liability is calculated by applying substantively enacted rate as at balance sheet date. Deferred tax assets arising mainly on account of brought forward losses and unabsorbed depreciation is recognized if and only if there is virtual certainty backed by convincing evidence of its realization. At each balance sheet date, carrying amount of deferred tax assets is reviewed to reassure realization.

(N) Share Issue Expenses:

Issue expenses are adjusted against the Share Premium.

(O) Government Grants:

Capital grants for project capital subsidy are credited to capital reserves.

(P) Provisions, Contingent Liabilities and Contingent Assets:

Provisions involving a substantial degree of estimation in measurement 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. Contingent Liabilities are not recognized but are disclosed in the notes. Contingent Assets are neither recognized nor disclosed in the financial statements.


Mar 31, 2015

(A) Basis of preparation of financial statements:

The financial statements have been prepared on accrual basis under historical cost convention and in compliance in all material aspects with the applicable Accounting Principles in India and comply with the Accounting Standards issued by the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India and referred to Section 129 and Section 133 of the Companies Act, 2013 of India. The accounting policies applied by the Company are consistent with those used in the previous year.

(B) Use of estimates:

The preparation of financial statements in conformity with the generally accepted accounting principles requires estimates and assumptions to be made by the management that affect the reported amount of assets and liabilities on the date of the financial statements and the reported amount of revenues and expenses during the reporting period. Differences between actual results and estimates are recognized in the period in which the results are crystallized.

(C) Revenue recognition:

(a) Revenue from the sale of goods is recognized upon the passage of title to the customers, which generally coincides with delivery. Sales are inclusive of excise duty and net of adjustments for discounts and sales tax.

(b) Export sales are accounted based on the dates of Bill of Lading.

(c) Interest Income is accrued on time proportion basis over the period of loan / deposit / investment except in case of significant uncertainties.

(D) Fixed Assets and Depreciation / Amortization:

(a) Fixed assets are stated at cost, net of modvat / cenvat / value added tax and includes amounts added on revaluation, less accumulated depreciation and impairment loss, if any. All costs, including financing cost till commencement of commercial production, net charges of foreign exchange contracts and adjustments arising from exchange rate variations attributable to the fixed assets are capitalised.

(b) Leasehold Land is amortized over the period of lease.

(c) Computer Software and Technical Know-How are amortized over a period of 3 years from the date of acquisition.

(d) Depreciation: The Company has ascertained the useful life of its various assets and charged depreciation in accordance with Schedule II of the Companies Act, 2013 except in case of Precision Components division where the useful life of shop toolings fixtures has been determined as 2 years.

(E) Capital Work in Progress:

Expenditure during construction period including development cost incurred on the projects under implementation are treated as pre-operative expenses pending allocation to the assets and are included under "Capital Work in Progress". These expenses are apportioned to fixed assets on commencement of commercial production.

(F) Impairment of Fixed Assets:

An asset is treated as impaired when the carrying cost of the asset exceeds its recoverable value. An impairment loss, if any, is charged to statement of profit and loss in the year in which an asset is identified as impaired. The impairment loss recognized in prior accounting period is reversed if there has been a change in the estimate of recoverable amount.

(G) Valuation of Inventory:

(a) Raw Materials and components, semi-finished goods, finished goods, stores and spares, goods for trade are valued at cost or net realizable value whichever is lower. Finished goods at factory premises and branches are valued inclusive of excise duty. Cost formula used is weighted average cost. Cost comprises of cost of purchase, cost of conversion and other cost incurred in bringing the inventory to its present location and condition.

(b) Goods / Materials in Transit are valued at cost to date.

(c) Scrap is valued at its estimated realizable value.

(d) Adequate provisions are made for obsolete inventory based on technical estimates made by the Company.

(H) Foreign Currency Transactions:

Transactions arising in foreign currencies during the year are converted at the rates closely approximating the rates ruling on the transaction dates. Liabilities and receivables in foreign currency are restated at the year end exchange rates. All exchange rate differences arising from conversion in terms of the above are included in the statement of profit and loss.

In case of items which are covered by forward exchange contracts, the difference between the year end rate and rate on the date of contract is recognised as exchange difference and the premium paid on forward contracts is recognised over the life of the contract.

(I) Employee Benefits:

Short term employee benefits are recognized as an expense at the undiscounted amount in the statement of profit and loss of the year in which the related service is rendered.

Post employment benefits:

(i) Defined contribution plans: Company's contribution to the provident fund scheme is recognized during the year in which the related service is rendered.

(ii) Defined benefit plans: The present value of the obligation is determined based on an actuarial valuation, using the Projected Unit Credit Method. Actuarial gains or losses on such valuation are recognized immediately in the statement of profit and loss. The fair value of the plan assets of the fund / trust administered by the Company, is reduced from the gross obligation under the defined benefit plan, to recognize the obligation on a net basis.

(iii) Long Term compensated absences are provided on the basis of an actuarial valuation.

(J) Research and Development Costs:

Revenue expenditure, including overheads on research and development, is charged as an expense through the natural heads of account in the year in which incurred. Expenditure, which results in the creation of capital assets, is capitalized and depreciation is provided on such assets as applicable.

(K) Investments:

Current investments are carried at lower of cost or quoted / fair value. Long term investments are stated at cost. Provision for diminution in the value of long term investment is made only if such a decline is other than temporary.

(L) Borrowing Cost:

Borrowing costs attributable to the acquisition or construction of a qualifying asset are capitalized as part of cost of such assets. A qualifying asset is one that necessarily takes substantial period of time to get ready for intended use. All other borrowing costs are recognized as an expense in the period in which they are incurred.

(M) Taxation:

Income tax expense comprises Current tax and Deferred tax charge or credit. Provision for Current tax is made on the assessable income at the tax rate applicable to the relevant assessment year. Minimum alternative tax (MAT) paid in accordance with the tax laws, which gives rise to future economic benefits in the form of adjustment of 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 recognized as an asset in the balance sheet when it is probable that the future economic benefit associated with it will flow to the Company and the asset can be measured reliably. The deferred tax asset and/or deferred tax liability is calculated by applying substantively enacted rate as at balance sheet date. Deferred tax assets arising mainly on account of brought forward losses and unabsorbed depreciation is recognized if and only if there is virtual certainty backed by convincing evidence of its realization. At each balance sheet date, carrying amount of deferred tax assets is reviewed to reassure realization.

(N) Share Issue Expenses:

Issue expenses are adjusted against the Share Premium.

(O) Government Grants:

Capital grants for project capital subsidy are credited to capital reserves.

(P) Provisions, Contingent Liabilities and Contingent Assets:

Provisions involving a substantial degree of estimation in measurement 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. Contingent Liabilities are not recognized but are disclosed in the notes. Contingent Assets are neither recognized nor disclosed in the financial statements.


Mar 31, 2014

(A) Basis of preparation of financial statements:

The financial statements have been prepared on accrual basis under historical cost convention and in compliance in all material aspects with the applicable Accounting Principles in India, the applicable Accounting Standards notified under Section 211 (3C) and/or Section 133 of the Companies Act, 2013 as notified on 12th September, 2013 by the Ministry of Corporate Affairs and the relevant provisions of the Companies Act, 1956 (to the relevant applicable), Companies Act, 2013 (to the extend notified).

(B) Use of estimates:

The preparation of financial statements in conformity with the generally accepted accounting principles requires estimates and assumptions to be made by the management that affect the reported amount of assets and liabilities on the date of the financial statements and the reported amount of revenues and expenses during the reporting period. Differences between actual results and estimates are recognized in the period in which the results are crystallized.

(C) Revenue recognition:

(a) Revenue from the sale of goods is recognized upon the passage of title to the customers, which generally coincides with delivery. Sales are inclusive of excise duty and net of adjustments for discounts and sales tax.

(b) Export sales are accounted based on the dates of Bill of Lading.

(c) Interest Income is accrued on time proportion basis over the period of loan / deposit / investment.

(D) Fixed Assets and Depreciation / Amortization:

(a) Fixed assets are stated at cost, net of modvat / cenvat / value added tax and includes amounts added on revaluation, less accumulated depreciation and impairment loss, if any. All costs, including financing cost till commencement of commercial production, net charges of foreign exchange contracts and adjustments arising from exchange rate variations attributable to the fixed assets are capitalised.

(b) Leasehold Land is amortized over the period of lease.

(c) Computer Software and Technical Know-How are amortized over a period of 3 years from the date of acquisition.

(d) Depreciation

I. Precision Components Division:

(i) Depreciation on fixed assets acquired prior to 01.04.2003 is provided on ''Straight Line Method'' at the rates prescribed in Schedule XIV to the Companies Act,1956 proportionately for the period for which the assets were in use.

(ii) Depreciation on additions to fixed assets on or after 01.04.2003 is provided on ''Straight Line Method'' at the rates worked out on the basis of useful life estimated by the management which is as follows:

(iii) Depreciation on impaired assets is provided by adjusting the depreciation charge in the remaining periods so as to allocate the asset''s revised carrying amount over its remaining useful life.

II. Tools and Casting and Machining Division:

The Company provides depreciation on all its assets on the Straight Line Method, at the rates and in the manner specified in Schedule XIV to the Companies Act, 1956.

(E) Capital Work in Progress:

Expenditure during construction period including development cost incurred on the projects under implementation are treated as pre-operative expenses pending allocation to the assets and are included under "Capital Work in Progress". These expenses are apportioned to fixed assets on commencement of commercial production.

(F) Impairment of Fixed Assets:

An asset is treated as impaired when the carrying cost of the asset exceeds its recoverable value. An impairment loss, if any, is charged to statement of profit and loss in the year in which an asset is identified as impaired. The impairment loss recognized in prior accounting period is reversed if there has been a change in the estimate of recoverable amount.

(G) Valuation of Inventory:

(a) Raw Materials and components, semi-finished goods, finished goods, stores and spares, goods for trade are valued at cost or net realizable value whichever is lower. Finished goods at factory premises and branches are valued inclusive of excise duty. Cost formula used is weighted average cost. Cost comprises of cost of purchase, cost of conversion and other cost incurred in bringing the inventory to its present location and condition.

(b) Goods / Materials in Transit are valued at cost to date.

(c) Scrap is valued at its estimated realizable value.

(d) Adequate provisions are made for obsolete inventory based on technical estimates made by the Company.

(H) Foreign Currency Transactions:

Transactions arising in foreign currencies during the year are converted at the rates closely approximating the rates ruling on the transaction dates. Liabilities and receivables in foreign currency are restated at the year end exchange rates. All exchange rate differences arising from conversion in terms of the above are included in the statement of profit and loss.

In case of items which are covered by forward exchange contracts, the difference between the year end rate and rate on the date of contract is recognised as exchange difference and the premium paid on forward contracts is recognised over the life of the contract.

(I) Employee Benefits:

Short term employee benefits are recognized as an expense at the undiscounted amount in the statement of profit and loss of the year in which the related service is rendered.

Post employment benefits:

(i) Defined contribution plans: Company''s contribution to the provident fund scheme is recognized during the year in which the related service is rendered.

(ii) Defined benefit plans: The present value of the obligation is determined based on an actuarial valuation, using the Projected Unit Credit Method. Actuarial gains or losses on such valuation are recognized immediately in the statement of profit and loss. The fair value of the plan assets of the fund / trust administered by the Company, is reduced from the gross obligation under the defined benefit plan, to recognize the obligation on a net basis.

(iii) Long Term compensated absences are provided on the basis of an actuarial valuation.

(J) Research and Development Costs:

Revenue expenditure, including overheads on research and development, is charged as an expense through the natural heads of account in the year in which incurred. Expenditure, which results in the creation of capital assets, is capitalized and depreciation is provided on such assets as applicable.

(K) Investments:

Current investments are carried at lower of cost or quoted / fair value. Long term investments are stated at cost. Provision for diminution in the value of long term investment is made only if such a decline is other than temporary.

(L) Borrowing Cost:

Borrowing costs attributable to the acquisition or construction of a qualifying asset are capitalized as part of cost of such assets. A qualifying asset is one that necessarily takes substantial period of time to get ready for intended use. All other borrowing costs are recognized as an expense in the period in which they are incurred.

(M) Taxation:

Income tax expense comprises Current tax and Deferred tax charge or credit. Provision for Current tax is made on the assessable income at the tax rate applicable to the relevant assessment year. Minimum alternative tax (MAT) paid in accordance with the tax laws, which gives rise to future economic benefits in the form of adjustment of 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 recognized as an asset in the balance sheet when it is probable that the future economic benefit associated with it will flow to the Company and the asset can be measured reliably. The deferred tax asset and/or deferred tax liability is calculated by applying substantively enacted rate as at balance sheet date. Deferred tax assets arising mainly on account of brought forward losses and unabsorbed depreciation is recognized if and only if there is virtual certainty backed by convincing evidence of its realization. At each balance sheet date, carrying amount of deferred tax assets is reviewed to reassure realization.

(N) Share Issue Expenses:

Issue expenses are adjusted against the Share Premium.

(O) Government Grants:

Capital grants for project capital subsidy are credited to capital reserves.

(P) Provisions, Contingent Liabilities and Contingent Assets:

Provisions involving a substantial degree of estimation in measurement 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. Contingent Liabilities are not recognized but are disclosed in the notes. Contingent Assets are neither recognized nor disclosed in the financial statements.


Mar 31, 2013

(A) Basis of preparation of financial statements:

The financial statements have been prepared on accrual basis under historical cost convention and in compliance in all material aspects with the applicable Accounting Principles in India, the applicable Accounting Standards notified under Section 2II(3C) and the relevant provisions of the Companies Act, I956.

(B) Use of estimates:

The preparation of financial statements in conformity with the generally accepted accounting principles requires estimates and assumptions to be made by the management that affect the reported amount of assets and liabilities on the date of the financial statements and the reported amount of revenues and expenses during the reporting period. Differences between actual results and estimates are recognized in the period in which the results are crystallized.

(C) Revenue recognition:

(a) Revenue from the sale of goods is recognized upon the passage of title to the customers, which generally coincides with delivery. Sales are inclusive of excise duty and net of adjustments for discounts and sales tax.

(b) Export sales are accounted based on the dates of Bill of Lading.

(c) Interest Income is accrued on time proportion basis over the period of loan / deposit / investment.

(D) Fixed Assets and Depreciation / Amortization:

(a) Fixed assets are stated at cost, net of modvat / cenvat / value added tax and includes amounts added on revaluation, less accumulated depreciation and impairment loss, if any. All costs, including financing cost till commencement of commercial production, net charges of foreign exchange contracts and adjustments arising from exchange rate variations attributable to the fixed assets are capitalized.

(b) Leasehold Land is amortized over the period of lease.

(c) Computer Software and Technical Know-How are amortized over a period of 3 years from the date of acquisition.

(d) Depreciation

I. Precision Components Division:

(i) Depreciation on fixed assets acquired prior to 0I.04.2003 is provided on ''Straight Line Method'' at the rates prescribed in Schedule XIV to the Companies Act,I956 proportionately for the period for which the assets were in use.

(iii) Depreciation on impaired assets is provided by adjusting the depreciation charge in the remaining periods so as to allocate the asset''s revised carrying amount over its remaining useful life.

II. Tools and Casting and Machining Division:

The Company provides depreciation on all its assets on the Straight Line Method, at the rates and in the manner specified in Schedule XIV to the Companies Act, I956.

(E) Capital Work in Progress:

Expenditure during construction period including development cost incurred on the projects under implementation are treated as pre-operative expenses pending allocation to the assets and are included under "Capital Work in Progress". These expenses are apportioned to fixed assets on commencement of commercial production.

(F) Impairment of Fixed Assets:

An asset is treated as impaired when the carrying cost of the asset exceeds its recoverable value. An impairment loss, if any, is charged to statement of profit and loss in the year in which an asset is identified as impaired. The impairment loss recognized in prior accounting period is reversed if there has been a change in the estimate of recoverable amount.

(G) Valuation of Inventory:

(a) Raw Materials and components, semi-finished goods, finished goods, stores and spares, goods for trade are valued at cost or net realizable value whichever is lower. Finished goods at factory premises and branches are valued inclusive of excise duty. Cost formula used is weighted average cost. Cost comprises of cost of purchase, cost of conversion and other cost incurred in bringing the inventory to its present location and condition.

(b) Goods / Materials in Transit are valued at cost to date.

(c) Scrap is valued at its estimated realizable value.

(d) Adequate provisions are made for obsolete inventory based on technical estimates made by the Company.

(I) Employee Benefits:

Short term employee benefits are recognized as an expense at the undiscounted amount in the statement of profit and loss of the year in which the related service is rendered.

Post employment benefits:

(i) Defined contribution plans: Company''s contribution to the provident fund scheme is recognized during the year in which the related service is rendered.

(ii) Defined benefit plans: The present value of the obligation is determined based on an actuarial valuation, using the Projected Unit Credit Method. Actuarial gains or losses on such valuation are recognized immediately in the statement of profit and loss. The fair value of the plan assets of the fund / trust administered by the Company, is reduced from the gross obligation under the defined benefit plan, to recognize the obligation on a net basis.

(iii) Long Term compensated absences are provided on the basis of an actuarial valuation.

(J) Research and Development Costs:

Revenue expenditure, including overheads on research and development, is charged as an expense through the natural heads of account in the year in which incurred. Expenditure, which results in the creation of capital assets, is capitalized and depreciation is provided on such assets as applicable.

(K) Investments:

Current investments are carried at lower of cost or quoted / fair value. Long term investments are stated at cost. Provision for diminution in the value of long term investment is made only if such a decline is other than temporary.

(L) Borrowing Cost:

Borrowing costs attributable to the acquisition or construction of a qualifying asset are capitalized as part of cost of such assets. A qualifying asset is one that necessarily takes substantial period of time to get ready for intended use. All other borrowing costs are recognized as an expense in the period in which they are incurred.

(M) Taxation:

Income tax expense comprises Current tax and Deferred tax charge or credit. Provision for Current tax is made on the assessable income at the tax rate applicable to the relevant assessment year. Minimum alternative tax (MAT) paid in accordance with the tax laws, which gives rise to future economic benefits in the form of adjustment of 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 recognized as an asset in the balance sheet when it is probable that the future economic benefit associated with it will flow to the Company and the asset can be measured reliably. The deferred tax asset and/or deferred tax liability is calculated by applying substantively enacted rate as at balance sheet date. Deferred tax assets arising mainly on account of brought forward losses and unabsorbed depreciation is recognized if and only if there is virtual certainty backed by convincing evidence of its realization. At each balance sheet date, carrying amount of deferred tax assets is reviewed to reassure realization.

(N) Share Issue Expenses:

Issue expenses are adjusted against the Share Premium.

(O) Government Grants:

Capital grants for project capital subsidy are credited to capital reserves.

(P) Provisions, Contingent Liabilities and Contingent Assets:

Provisions involving a substantial degree of estimation in measurement 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. Contingent Liabilities are not recognized but are disclosed in the notes. Contingent Assets are neither recognized nor disclosed in the financial statements.


Mar 31, 2012

(A) Basis of preparation of financial statements:

The financial statements have been prepared on accrual basis under historical cost convention and in compliance in all material aspects with the applicable Accounting Principles in India, the applicable Accounting Standards notified under Section 2ll(3C) and the relevant provisions of the Companies Act, 1956.

Financial statements for the year ended 31 March, 2012 have been prepared based on revised Schedule VI of the Companies Act, 1956 as it has become mandatory for the Company. The adoption of revised Schedule VI does not impact recognition and measurement principles of individual items within this financial statements. However, it has significant impact on presentation and disclosures made in the financial statements. The Company has accordingly reclassified the previous year figures to meet the requirements applicable for the current year.

(B) Use of estimates:

The preparation of financial statements in conformity with the generally accepted accounting principles requires estimates and assumptions to be made by the management that affect the reported amount of assets and liabilities on the date of the financial statements and the reported amount of revenues and expenses during the reporting period. Differences between actual results and estimates are recognized in the period in which the results are crystallized.

(C) Revenue recognition:

(a) Revenue from the sale of goods is recognized upon the passage of title to the customers, which generally coincides with delivery. Sales are inclusive of excise duty and net of adjustments for discounts and sales tax.

(b) Export sales are accounted based on the dates of Bill of Lading.

(c) Interest Income is accrued on time proportion basis over the period of loan / deposit / investment.

(D) Fixed Assets and Depreciation / Amortization:

(a) Fixed assets are stated at cost, net of modvat / cenvat / value added tax and includes amounts added on revaluation, less accumulated depreciation and impairment loss, if any. All costs, including financing cost till commencement of commercial production, net charges of foreign exchange contracts and adjustments arising from exchange rate variations attributable to the fixed assets are capitalised.

(b) Leasehold Land is amortized over the period of lease.

(c) Computer Software and Technical Know-How are amortized over a period of 3 years from the date of acquisition.

(d) Depreciation

I. Tool holder Division:

(i) Depreciation on fixed assets acquired prior to 01.04.2003 is provided on 'Straight Line Method' at the rates prescribed in Schedule XIV to the Companies Act,l956 proportionately for the period for which the assets were in use.

(ii) Depreciation on additions to fixed assets on or after 01.04.2003 is provided on 'Straight Line Method' at the rates worked out on the basis of useful life estimated by the management which is as follows:

(iii) Depreciation on impaired assets is provided by adjusting the depreciation charge in the remaining periods so as to allocate the asset's revised carrying amount over its remaining useful life.

II. Tool and Machining and Casting Division:

The Company provides depreciation on all its assets on the Straight Line Method, at the rates and in the manner specified in Sched- ule XIV to the Companies Act, I956.

(E) Capital Work in Progress:

Expenditure during construction period including development cost incurred on the projects under implementation are treated as pre-operative expenses pending allocation to the assets and are included under "Capital Work in Progress". These expenses are apportioned to fixed assets on commencement of commercial production.

(F) Impairment of Fixed Assets:

An asset is treated as impaired when the carrying cost of assets exceeds its recoverable value. An impairment loss, if any, is charged to statement of profit and loss in the year in which an asset is identified as impaired. The impairment loss recognized in prior accounting period is reversed if there has been a change in the estimate of recoverable amount.

(G) Valuation of Inventory:

(a) Raw Materials and components, semi-finished goods, finished goods, stores and spares, goods for trade are valued at cost or net realizable value whichever is lower. Finished goods at factory premises and branches are valued inclusive of excise duty. Cost for- mula used is weighted average cost. Cost comprises of cost of purchase, cost of conversion and other cost incurred in bringing the inventory to its present location and condition.

(b) In case of Tool Division, cost of manufactured finished goods and semi-finished goods is determined by using the ''Retail Method' whereby the cost is computed by reducing from the sale value of inventories, the global gross margin.

(c) Goods / Materials in Transit are valued at cost to date.

(d) Scrap is valued at its estimated realizable value.

(e) Adequate provisions are made for obsolete inventory based on technical estimates made by the Company.

(H) Foreign Currency Transactions:

Transactions arising in foreign currencies during the year are converted at the rates closely approximating the rates ruling on the transaction dates. Liabilities and receivables in foreign currency are restated at the year end exchange rates. All exchange rate differences arising from conversion in terms of the above are included in the statement of profit and loss.

In case of items which are covered by forward exchange contracts, the difference between the year end rate and rate on the date of contract is recognised as exchange difference and the premium paid on forward contracts is recognised over the life of the contract.

(I) Employee Benefits:

Short term employee benefits are recognized as an expense at the undiscounted amount in the statement of profit and loss of the year in which the related service is rendered.

Post employment benefits:

(i) Defined contribution plans: Company's contribution to the provident fund scheme is recognized during the year in which the related service is rendered.

(ii) Defined benefit plans: The present value of the obligation is determined based on an actuarial valuation, using the Projected Unit Credit Method. Actuarial gains or losses on such valuation are recognized immediately in the statement of profit and loss. The fair value of the plan assets of the fund / trust administered by the Company, is reduced from the gross obligation under the defined benefit plan, to recognize the obligation on a net basis.

(iii) Long Term compensated absences are provided on the basis of an actuarial valuation.

(J) Research and Development Costs:

Revenue expenditure, including overheads on research and development, is charged as an expense through the natural heads of account in the year in which incurred. Expenditure, which results in the creation of capital assets, is capitalized and depreciation is provided on such assets as applicable.

(K) Investments:

Current investments are carried at lower of cost or quoted / fair value. Long term investments are stated at cost. Provision for diminution in the value of long term investment is made only if such a decline is other than temporary.

(L) Borrowing Cost:

Borrowing costs attributable to the acquisition or construction of a qualifying asset are capitalized as part of cost of such assets. A qualifying asset is one that necessarily takes substantial period of time to get ready for intended use. All other borrowing costs are recognized as an expense in the period in which they are incurred.

(M) Taxation

Income tax expense comprises Current tax and Deferred tax charge or credit. Provision for Current tax is made on the assessable income at the tax rate applicable to the relevant assessment year. Minimum alternative tax (MAT) paid in accordance with the tax laws, which gives rise to future economic benefits in the form of adjustment of 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 recognized as an asset in the balance sheet when it is probable that the future economic benefit associated with it will flow to the Company and the asset can be measured reliably. The deferred tax asset and/or deferred tax liability is calculated by applying substantively enacted rate as at balance sheet date. Deferred tax assets arising mainly on account of brought forward losses and unabsorbed depreciation is recognized if and only if there is virtual certainty backed by convincing evidence of its realization. At each balance sheet date, carrying amount of deferred tax assets is reviewed to reassure realization.

(N) Share Issue Expenses:

Issue expenses are adjusted against the Share Premium.

(O) Government Grants:

Capital grants for project capital subsidy are credited to capital reserves.

(P) Provisions, Contingent Liabilities and Contingent Assets:

Provisions involving a substantial degree of estimation in measurement 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. Contingent Liabilities are not recognized but are disclosed in the notes. Contingent Assets are neither recognized nor disclosed in the financial statements.


Mar 31, 2011

1 Basis of preparation of financial statements:

The Financial Statements have been prepared on accrual basis under historical cost convention and in compliance in all material aspects with the applicable Accounting Principles in India, the applicable Accounting Standards notified under Section 211(3C) and the relevant provisions of the Companies Act, 1956.

2 Revenue Recognition:

(a) Revenue from the sale of goods is recognized upon the passage of title to the customers, which generally coincides with delivery. Sales are inclusive of excise duty and net of adjustments for discounts and sales tax.

(b) Export sales are accounted based on the dates of Bill of Lading.

(c) Interest Income is accrued on time proportion basis over the period of loan / deposit / investment.

3 Use of Estimates:

The preparation of financial statements in conformity with the generally accepted accounting principles requires estimates and assumptions to be made by the management that affect the reported amount of assets and liabilities on the date of the financial statements and the reported amount of revenues and expenses during the reporting period. Differences between actual results and estimates are recognized in the period in which the results are crystallized.

4 Fixed Assets and Depreciation / Amortization:

(a) Fixed assets are accounted at cost of acquisition / construction, less accumulated depreciation and impairment loss, if any.

(b) Leasehold Land is amortized over the period of lease.

(c) Computer Software and Technical Know-How are amortized over a period of 3 years from the date of acquisition.

(d) Depreciation:

I Toolholder Division:

(i) Depreciation on fixed assets acquired prior to 01.04.2003 is provided on ‘Straight Line Method’ at the rates prescribed in Schedule XIV to the Companies Act,1956 proportionately for the period for which the assets were in use.

(iii) Depreciation on impaired assets is provided by adjusting the depreciation charge in the remaining periods so as to allocate the asset’s revised carrying amount over its remaining useful life.

II Tool Division:

The Company provides depreciation on all its assets on the Straight Line Method, at the rates and in the manner specified in Schedule XIV to the Companies Act, 1956.

5 Capital Work in Progress:

Expenditure during construction period including development cost incurred on the projects under implementation are treated as pre- operative expenses pending allocation to the assets and are included under "Capital Work in Progress".

These expenses are apportioned to fixed assets on commencement of commercial production.

6 Impairment of Fixed Assets:

An asset is treated as impaired when the carrying cost of assets exceeds its recoverable value. An impairment loss, if any, is charged to Profit and Loss Account in the year in which an asset is identified as impaired. The impairment loss recognized in prior accounting periods is reversed if there has been a change in the estimate of recoverable amount.

7 Valuation of Inventory:

(a) Raw Materials and Components, Semi-finished goods, Finished goods, Stores and Spares, Goods for Trade are valued at cost or net realizable value whichever is lower. Finished goods at factory premises and branches are valued inclusive of excise duty. Cost formula used is weighted average cost. Cost comprises of cost of purchase, cost of conversion and other cost incurred in bringing the inventory to its present location and condition.

(b) In case of Tool Division, Cost of Manufactured Finished Goods and Semi-finished goods is determined by using the ‘Retail Method’ whereby the cost is computed by reducing from the sale value of inventories, the global gross margin.

(c) Goods / Materials in Transit are valued at cost to date.

(d) Scrap is valued at its Estimated Realizable Value.

(e) Adequate provisions are made for obsolete inventory based on technical estimates made by the Company.

8 Foreign Currency Transactions:

Transactions arising in foreign currencies during the year are converted at the rates closely approximating the rates ruling on the transaction dates. Liabilities and receivables in foreign currency are restated at the year end exchange rates. All exchange rate differences arising from conversion in terms of the above are included in the profit and loss account.

9 Employee Benefits:

Short term employee benefits are recognized as an expense at the undiscounted amount in the Profit and Loss Account of the year in which the related service is rendered.

Post employment benefits:

i) Defined contribution plans: Company’s contribution to the provident fund scheme is recognized during the year in which the related service is rendered.

ii) Defined benefit plans: The present value of the obligation is determined based on an actuarial valuation, using the Projected Unit Credit Method. Actuarial gains and losses on such valuation are recognized immediately in the Profit and Loss Account. The fair value of the plan assets of the fund / trust administered by the Company, is reduced from the gross obligation under the defined benefit plan, to recognize the obligation on a net basis.

iii) Long Term compensated absences are provided on the basis of an actuarial valuation.

10 Research and Development Costs:

Revenue expenditure, including overheads on research and development, is charged as an expense through the natural heads of account in the year in which incurred. Expenditure, which results in the creation of capital assets, is capitalized and depreciation is provided on such assets as applicable.

11 Borrowing Cost:

Borrowing costs attributable to the acquisition or construction of a qualifying asset are capitalized as part of cost of such assets. A qualifying asset is one that necessarily takes substantial period of time to get ready for intended use. All other borrowing costs are recognized as an expense in the period in which they are incurred.

12 Taxation:

Income tax expense comprises Current tax and Deferred tax charge or credit. Provision for Current tax is made on the assessable income at the tax rate applicable to the relevant assessment year. Minimum alternative tax (MAT) paid in accordance with the tax laws, which gives rise to future economic benefits in the form of adjustment of 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 recognized as an asset in the balance sheet when it is probable that the future economic benefit associated with it will flow to the Company and the asset can be measured reliably. The deferred tax asset and/or deferred tax liability is calculated by applying substantively enacted rate as at balance sheet date. Deferred tax assets arising mainly on account of brought forward losses and unabsorbed depreciation is recognized if and only if there is virtual certainty backed by convincing evidence of its realization. At each balance sheet date, carrying amount of deferred tax assets is reviewed to reassure realization.

13 Government Grants:

Capital grants for project capital subsidy are credited to Capital Reserves.

14 Provisions, Contingent Liabilities and Contingent Assets:

Provisions involving a substantial degree of estimation in measurement 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. Contingent Liabilities are not recognized but are disclosed in the notes. Contingent Assets are neither recognized nor disclosed in the financial statements.


Mar 31, 2010

1 Basis of preparation of financial statements:

The Financial Statements have been prepared on accrual basis under historical cost convention and in compliance in all material aspects with the applicable Accounting Principles in India, the applicable Accounting Standards notified under Section 211 (3C) and the relevant provisions of the Companies Act, 1956.

2 Revenue Recognition:

(a) Revenue from the sale of goods is recognized upon the passage of title to the customers, which generally coincides with delivery.

(b) Export sales are accounted based on the dates of Bill of Lading.

(c) Interest Income is accrued on time proportion basis over the period of loan / deposit / investment.

3 Use of Estimates:

The preparation of financial statements in conformity with the generally accepted accounting principles requires estimates and assumptions to be made by the management that affect the reported amount of assets and liabilities on the date of the financial statements and the reported amount of revenues and expenses during the reporting period. Differences between actual results and estimates are recognized in the period in which the results are crystallized.

4 Fixed Assets and Depreciation / Amortization:

(a) Fixed Assets are accounted at cost of acquisition / construction.

(b) Leasehold Land is amortized over the period of lease.

(c) Computer Software and Technical Know-How are amortized over a period of 3 years from the date of acquisition.

(d) Depreciation:

I Toolholder Division:

(i) Depreciation on fixed assets acquired prior to 01.04.2003 is provided on Straight Line Method at the rates prescribed in Schedule XIV to the Companies Act, 1956 proportionately for the period for which the assets were in use.

(iii) Depreciation on impaired assets is provided by adjusting the depreciation charge in the remaining periods so as to allocate the assets revised carrying amount over its remaining useful life.

II Tool Division:

The Company provides depreciation on all its assets on the Straight Line Method, at the rates and in the manner specified in Schedule XIV to the Companies Act, 1956.

5 Capital Work in Progress:

Expenditure during construction period including development cost incurred on the projects under implementation are treated as pre-operative expenses pending allocation to the assets, and are included under "Capital Work in Progress". These expenses are apportioned to fixed assets on commencement of commercial production.

6 Impairment of Fixed Assets:

At each balance sheet date, the Company reviews the carrying amounts of its assets to determine whether there is any indication that those assets suffered any impairment loss based on internal / external factors. If such indication exists, the recoverable amount of the asset is estimated and impairment loss is provided for. Reversal of impairment loss is recognized immediately as income in the profit and loss account.

7 Valuation of Inventory:

(a) Raw Materials and Components, Semi-finished goods, Finished goods, Stores and Spares, Goods for Trade are valued at cost or net realizable value whichever is lower. Finished goods at factory premises and branches are valued inclusive of excise duty. Cost formula used is weighted average cost. Cost comprises of cost of purchase, cost of conversion and other cost incurred in bringing the inventory to its present location and condition.

(b) In case of Tool Division, Cost of Manufactured Finished Goods and Semi-finished goods is determined by using the Retail Method, whereby the cost is computed by reducing from the sale value of inventories, the global gross margin.

(c) Goods / Materials in Transit are valued at cost to date.

(d) Scrap is valued at its Estimated Realizable Value.

(e) Due allowances are made for obsolete inventory based on technical estimates made by the Company.

8 Foreign Currency Transactions:

Transactions arising in foreign currencies during the year are converted at the rates closely approximating the rates ruling on the transaction dates. Liabilities and receivables in foreign currency are restated at the year end exchange rates. All exchange rate differences arising from conversion in terms of the above are included in the profit and loss account.

9 Employee Benefits:

Short term employee benefits are recognized as an expense at the undiscounted amount in the Profit and Loss Account of the year in which the related service is rendered.

Post employment benefits:

i) Defined contribution plans: Companys contribution to the provident fund scheme, superannuation, etc is recognized during the year in which the related service is rendered.

ii) Defined benefit plans: The present value of the obligation is determined based on an actuarial valuation, using the Projected Unit Credit Method. Actuarial gains and losses on such valuation are recognized immediately in the Profit and Loss Account. The fair value of the plan assets of the fund / trust administered by the Company, is reduced from the gross obligation under the defined benefit plan, to recognize the obligation on a net basis.

iii) Long Term compensated absences are provided on the basis of an actuarial valuation.

iv) Termination Benefits are charged to Profit and Loss Account in the year in which they are incurred.

10 Research and Development Costs:

Revenue expenditure, including overheads on research and development, is charged as an expense through the natural heads of account in the year in which incurred. Expenditure, which results in the creation of capital assets, is capitalized and depreciation is provided on such assets as applicable.

11 Borrowing Cost:

Borrowing cost attributable to acquisitions / construction of qualifying assets are capitalized. Other borrowing cost are charged to Profit & Loss Account.

12 Taxation:

Income tax expense comprises Current tax and Deferred tax charge or credit. Provision for Current tax is made on the assessable income at the tax rate applicable to the relevant assessment year. Minimum alternative tax (MAT) paid in accordance with the tax laws, which gives rise to future economic benefits in the form of adjustment of 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 recognized as an asset in the balance sheet when it is probable that the future economic benefit associated with it will flow to the Company and the asset can be measured reliably. The deferred tax asset and/ or deferred tax liability is calculated by applying substantively enacted rate as at balance sheet date. Deferred tax assets arising mainly on account of brought forward losses and unabsorbed depreciation is recognized if and only if there is virtual certainty backed by convincing evidence of its realisation. At each balance sheet date, carrying amount of deferred tax assets is reviewed to reassure realization.

13 Government Grants:

Capital grants for project capital subsidy are credited to Capital Reserves.

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