Accounting Policies of Metal Coatings (India) Ltd. Company

Mar 31, 2016

Corporate Information

Metal Coatings (India) Limited (the ''Company'') was incorporated in India as a limited company under the Companies Act, 1956 on 12 December, 1994. The company is listed in Bombay Stock Exchange. The Company commenced its operations on 9 February, 1995 and is engaged in the manufacture and sale of Cold Rolled Steel Strips, H. R. Pickled coils/strips.

Significant Accounting Policies

a. Basis of accounting

The financial statements have been prepared under the historical cost convention, on the accrual basis of accounting and in accordance with the Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (''GAAP'') in India and comply with the accounting standards prescribed by the Companies (Accounting Standards) Rules, 2006 to the extent applicable and in accordance with the provisions of the Companies Act, 2013, as adopted consistently by the Company.

All assets and liabilities have been classified as current or non-current as per the criteria set out in Revised Schedule III to the Companies Act, 2013.

b. Use of Estimates

The preparation of financial statements are in conformity with the India GAAP, which requires the management to make judgments, estimates, and assumptions that effect the reported amounts of revenues, expenses, assets and liabilities and the disclosure of contingent liabilities at the end of reporting period. Although these estimates are based upon management''s knowledge of current events and actions, uncertainty about these assumptions and estimates could result in the outcomes requiring any adjustments to the carrying amount of assets or liabilities in future period.

c. Fixed Assets

Fixed assets (gross block) are stated at Historical Cost less accumulated depreciation. Cost includes purchase price and all other attributable costs of bringing the assets to working condition for intended use.

Subsequent expenditure related to an item of fixed assets is added to its book value only if it increases the future benefits from the existing asset beyond its previously assessed standard of performance. All other expenses on existing fixed assets, including day to day repair and maintenance expenditure and cost of replacing parts, are charged to profit and Loss for the period during which such expenses are incurred.

Gains or losses arising from de-recognition of fixed Assets are measured as the difference between the net disposal proceeds and the carrying amount of the asset and are recognized in the statement of profit and loss when the asset is derecognized.

d. Depreciation/amortization

Depreciation on fixed assets is provided on the straight line method at the rates which are based on economic useful lives of these assets and as are prescribed under Schedule II of the Companies Act, 2013. Assets costing less than Rs. 5,000 individually are fully depreciated in the year of purchase.

e. Inventories

Inventories are valued at the lower of cost or net realizable value. In respect of Raw Material, the cost is determined using the First-in, First-out Method. In respect of Finished Goods and Stock in Progress, the cost includes manufacturing expense and appropriate portion of overheads. Scrap is valued at net realizable value.

f. Revenue recognition

Revenue is recognized when the significant risk and rewards of ownership of the goods have been passed to the buyers for a consideration. Sale of goods is exclusive of Value Added Tax and inclusive of Excise duty. All other income has been accounted for on accrual basis except for those income stipulated for recognition on realization basis on the ground of uncertainty under AS-9.

g. Income taxes

Income tax comprises current tax and deferred tax. Current tax is determined in accordance with the provisions of Income Tax Act, 1961.

Deferred tax charge or credit is recognized on timing differences being the difference between taxable income and accounting income that originate in one year and are capable of reversal, subject to consideration of prudence, in one or more subsequent years. Deferred tax assets and liabilities are measured using the tax rates and tax laws that have been enacted or substantively enacted by the balance sheet date. Deferred tax assets on unabsorbed depreciation and carry forward of losses are not recognized unless there is a virtual certainty that there will be sufficient future taxable income available to realize such assets. Deferred tax assets are reviewed for the appropriateness of their carrying values at each balance sheet date.

h. Employee Benefits

a. Short-term employee benefits

The undiscounted amount of short-term employee benefits expected to be paid in exchange of services rendered by employees is recognized during the period when the employee renders the services. These benefits include compensated absences and performance incentives.

b. Long term employee benefits

- Provident fund and other state plans

Company''s contributions towards recognized Provident Fund, Employee State Insurance Fund and Employees Pension Scheme under defined contribution plans are recognized in the profit and loss account during the year in which the employee renders the related service.

- Gratuity

The Company provides for gratuity, a defined benefit retirement plan. In accordance with ''The Payment of Gratuity Act, 1972'', the plan provides for a lump sum payment to vested employees, at retirement, death, incapacitation, or termination of employment, of an amount based on the respective employee''s last drawn salary and tenure of employment with the Company.

- Compensated absences

The employees of the Company are entitled to compensated absences. The employees can carry forward a portion of unutilized accrued compensated absence and utilize it in future periods or receive cash compensation for the unutilized accrued compensated absence. The Company records an obligation for compensated absences in the period in which the employee renders the service that increase this entitlement. The Company measures the expected cost of compensated absence as the additional amount that the Company expects to pay as a result of the unused entitlement that has accumulated at the balance sheet date.

Liability with regard to compensated absences and gratuity is accrued based on actuarial valuations at the balance sheet date, carried out by an independent actuary. Actuarial valuation is carried out using the projected unit credit method, which recognizes each year of service as giving rise to additional unit of employee benefit entitlement and measures each unit separately to build up the final obligation. The obligation is measured at the present value of the estimated future cash flows. The discount rate used for determining the present value of the obligation is based on the market yields on government securities as at the balance sheet date. Actuarial gains/ losses are recognized immediately in the profit and loss account as income or expense.

i. Earnings per share

The Company reports basic earnings per equity share in accordance with AS-20, Earnings per Share. Basic earnings per equity share have been computed by dividing net profit after tax attributable to equity shareholders by the weighted average number of equity shares outstanding for the year.

j. Contingencies/ Provisions

Provision is recognized when the Company has a present obligation as a result of past event; it is probable that an outflow of resources embodying economic benefits will be required to settle the obligation, in respect of which a reliable estimate can be made. Provisions are not discounted to its present value and are determined based on best estimate of the expenditure required to settle the obligation at the Balance Sheet date. These are reviewed at each Balance Sheet date and adjusted to reflect the current best estimate. A contingent liability is disclosed, unless the possibility of an outflow of resources embodying the economic benefit is remote.

k. Investments

Investments that are readily realizable and intended to be held for not more than a year are classified as current investments. All other investments are classified as long term investments. Current investments are carried at lower of cost and fair value determined on an individual investment basis. Long term investments are carried at cost. However, provision for diminution in value is recognized if it is other than temporary.

l. Foreign Exchange Transaction

Transactions in foreign currencies are recorded at the exchange rate prevailing on the date of the transaction. Monetary items denominated in foreign currency and outstanding at the Balance Sheet date are translated at the exchange rate ruling on that date. Exchange differences on foreign exchange transactions other than those relating to fixed assets are recognized in the Profit and Loss account. Any gain/loss on exchange fluctuation on the date of payment of expenditure incurred for acquisition of fixed assets is treated as an adjustment to the carrying cost of such fixed assets.

m. Lease hold improvements

The company has taken a piece of land on lease at Meola Maharajpur. The company had constructed a building on the said land as a factory . The amount spent by the company on the construction has been appropriately included under the head “Lease hold improvement” in Fixed Assets schedule.

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Mar 31, 2015

A. Basis of accounting

The financial statements have been prepared under the historical cost convention, on the accrual basis of accounting and in accordance with the Generally Accepted Accounting Principles ('GAAP') in India and comply with the accounting standards prescribed by the Companies (Accounting Standards) Rules, 2006 to the extent applicable and in accordance with the provisions of the Companies Act, 1956, as adopted consistently by the Company.

All assets and Liabilities have been classified as current or non-current as per the criteria set out in Revised Schedule VI to the Company Act, 1956.

b. Use of Estimates

The preparation of financial statements are in conformity with the India GAAP, which requires the management to make judgments, estimates, and assumptions that effect the reported amounts of revenues, expenses, assets and liabilities and the disclosure of contingent liabilities at the end of reporting period. Although these estimates are based upon management's knowledge of current events and actions, uncertainty about these assumptions and estimates could result in the outcomes requiring any adjustments to the carrying amount of assets or liabilities in future period.

c. Fixed Assets

Fixed assets (gross block) are stated at Historical Cost less accumulated depreciation. Cost includes purchase price and all other attributable costs of bringing the assets to working condition for intended use.

Subsequent expenditure related to an item of fixed assets is added to its book value only if it increases the future benefits from the existing asset beyond its previously assessed standard of performance. All other expenses on existing fixed assets, including day to day repair and maintenance expenditure and cost of replacing parts, are charged to profit and Loss for the period during which such expenses are incurred.

Gains or losses arising from de-recognition of fixed Assets are measured as the difference between the net disposal proceeds and the carrying amount of the asset and are recognized in the statement of profit and loss when the asset is derecognized.

d. Depreciation/amortisation

Depreciation on fixed assets is provided on the straight line method at the rates which are based on economic useful lives of these assets and as are prescribed under Schedule II of the Companies Act, 2013. Assets costing less than Rs. 5,000 individually are fully depreciated in the year of purchase.

e. Inventories

Inventories are valued at the lower of cost or net realizable value. In respect of Raw Material, the cost is determined using the First-in, First-out Method. In respect of Finished Goods and Stock in Progress, the cost includes manufacturing expense and appropriate portion of overheads. Scrap is valued at net realisable value.

f. Revenue recognition

Revenue is recognized when the significant risk and rewards of ownership of the goods have been passed to the buyers for a consideration. Sale of goods is exclusive of Value Added Tax and inclusive of Excise duty. All other income has been accounted for on accrual basis except for those income stipulated for recognition on realization basis on the ground of uncertainty under AS-9.

g. Income taxes

Income tax comprises current tax and deferred tax. Current tax is determined in accordance with the provisions of Income Tax Act, 1961.

Deferred tax charge or credit is recognised on timing differences being the difference between taxable income and accounting income that originate in one year and are capable of reversal, subject to consideration of prudence, in one or more subsequent years. Deferred tax assets and liabilities are measured using the tax rates and tax laws that have been enacted or substantively enacted by the balance sheet date. Deferred tax assets on unabsorbed depreciation and carry forward of losses are not recognized unless there is a virtual certainty that there will be sufficient future taxable income available to realize such assets. Deferred tax assets are reviewed for the appropriateness of their carrying values at each balance sheet date.

h. Employee Benefits

a. Short-term employee benefits

The undiscounted amount of short-term employee benefits expected to be paid in exchange of services rendered by employees is recognised during the period when the employee renders the services. These benefits include compensated absences and performance incentives.

b. Long term employee benefits

* Provident fund and other state plans

Company's contributions towards recognised Provident Fund, Employee State Insurance Fund and Employees Pension Scheme under defined contribution plans are recognised in the profit and loss account during the year in which the employee renders the related service.

* Gratuity

The Company provides for gratuity, a defined benefit retirement plan. In accordance with 'The Payment of Gratuity Act, 1972', the plan provides for a lump sum payment to vested employees, at retirement, death, incapacitation, or termination of employment, of an amount based on the respective employee's last drawn salary and tenure of employment with the Company.

* Compensated absences

The employees of the Company are entitled to compensated absences. The employees can carry forward a portion of unutilized accrued compensated absence and utilize it in future periods or receive cash compensation for the unutilized accrued compensated absence. The Company records an obligation for compensated absences in the period in which the employee renders the service that increase this entitlement. The Company measures the expected cost of compensated absence as the additional amount that the Company expects to pay as a result of the unused entitlement that has accumulated at the balance sheet date.

Liability with regard to compensated absences and gratuity is accrued based on actuarial valuations at the balance sheet date, carried out by an independent actuary. Actuarial valuation is carried out using the projected unit credit method, which recognises each year of service as giving rise to additional unit of employee benefit entitlement and measures each unit separately to build up the final obligation. The obligation is measured at the present value of the estimated future cash flows. The discount rate used for determining the present value of the obligation is based on the market yields on government securities as at the balance sheet date. Actuarial gains/ losses are recognised immediately in the profit and loss account as income or expense.

i. Earnings per share

The Company reports basic earnings per equity share in accordance with AS-20, Earnings per Share. Basic earnings per equity share have been computed by dividing net profit after tax attributable to equity shareholders by the weighted average number of equity shares outstanding for the year.

j. Contingencies/ Provisions

Provision is recognized when the Company has a present obligation as a result of past event; it is probable that an outflow of resources embodying economic benefits will be required to settle the obligation, in respect of which a reliable estimate can be made. Provisions are not discounted to its present value and are determined based on best estimate of the expenditure required to settle the obligation at the Balance Sheet date. These are reviewed at each Balance Sheet date and adjusted to reflect the current best estimate. A contingent liability is disclosed, unless the possibility of an outflow of resources embodying the economic benefit is remote.

k. Investments

Investments that are readily realisable and intended to be held for not more than a year are classified as current investments. All other investments are classified as long term investments. Current investments are carried at lower of cost and fair value determined on an individual investment basis. Long term investments are carried at cost. However, provision for diminution in value is recognized if it is other than temporary.

l. Foreign Exchange Transaction

Transactions in foreign currencies are recorded at the exchange rate prevailing on the date of the transaction. Monetary items denominated in foreign currency and outstanding at the Balance Sheet date are translated at the exchange rate ruling on that date. Exchange differences on foreign exchange transactions other than those relating to fixed assets are recognized in the Profit and Loss account. Any gain/loss on exchange fluctuation on the date of payment of expenditure incurred for acquisition of fixed assets is treated as an adjustment to the carrying cost of such fixed assets.

m. Lease hold improvements

The company has taken a piece of land on lease at Meola Maharajpur. The company had constructed a building on the said land as a factory . The amount spent by the company on the construction has been appropriately included under the head "Lease hold improvement" in Fixed Assets schedule.

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Mar 31, 2014

A. Basis of accounting

The financial statements have been prepared under the historical cost convention, on the accrual basis of accounting and in accordance with the Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (''GAAP'') in India and comply with the accounting standards prescribed by the Companies (Accounting Standards) Rules, 2006 to the extent applicable and in accordance with the provisions of the Companies Act, 1956, as adopted consistently by the Company.

All assets and Liabilities have been classified as current or non-current as per the criteria set out in Revised Schedule VI to the Company Act, 1956.

b. Use of Estimates

The preparation of financial statements are in conformity with the India GAAP, which requires the management to make judgments, estimates, and assumptions that effect the reported amounts of revenues, expenses, assets and liabilities and the disclosure of contingent liabilities at the end of reporting period. Although these estimates are based upon management''s knowledge of current events and actions, uncertainty about these assumptions and estimates could result in the outcomes requiring any adjustments to the carrying amount of assets or liabilities in future period.

c. Fixed Assets

Fixed assets (gross block) are stated at Historical Cost less accumulated depreciation. Cost includes purchase price and all other attributable costs of bringing the assets to working condition for intended use.

Subsequent expenditure related to an item of fixed assets is added to its book value only if it increases the future benefits from the existing asset beyond its previously assessed standard of performance. All other expenses on existing fixed assets, including day to day repair and maintenance expenditure and cost of replacing parts, are charged to profit and Loss for the period during which such expenses are incurred.

Gains or losses arising from de-recognition of fixed Assets are measured as the difference between the net disposal proceeds and the carrying amount of the asset and are recognized in the statement of profit and loss when the asset is derecognized.

d. Depreciation/amortisation

Depreciation on fixed assets is provided on the straight line method at the rates which are based on economic useful lives of these assets and as are prescribed under Schedule XIV of the Companies Act, 1956. Assets costing less than Rs. 5,000 individually are fully depreciated in the year of purchase.

e. Inventories

Inventories are valued at the lower of cost or net realizable value. In respect of Raw Material, the cost is determined using the First-in, First-out Method. In respect of Finished Goods and Stock in Progress, the cost includes manufacturing expense and appropriate portion of overheads. Scrap is valued at net realisable value.

f. Revenue recognition

Revenue is recognized when the significant risk and rewards of ownership of the goods have been passed to the buyers for a consideration. Sale of goods is exclusive of Value Added Tax and inclusive of Excise duty. All other income has been accounted for on accrual basis except for those income stipulated for recognition on realization basis on the ground of uncertainty under AS-9.

g. Income taxes

Income tax comprises current tax and deferred tax. Current tax is determined in accordance with the provisions of Income Tax Act, 1961.

Deferred tax charge or credit is recognised on timing differences being the difference between taxable income and accounting income that originate in one year and are capable of reversal, subject to consideration of prudence, in one or more subsequent years. Deferred tax assets and liabilities are measured using the tax rates and tax laws that have been enacted or substantively enacted by the balance sheet date. Deferred tax assets on unabsorbed depreciation and carry forward of losses are not recognized unless there is a virtual certainty that there will be sufficient future taxable income available to realize such assets. Deferred tax assets are reviewed for the appropriateness of their carrying values at each balance sheet date.

h. Employee Benefits

a. Short-term employee benefits

The undiscounted amount of short-term employee benefits expected to be paid in exchange of services rendered by employees is recognised during the period when the employee renders the services. These benefits include compensated absences and performance incentives.

b. Long term employee benefits

Provident fund and other state plans

Company''s contributions towards recognised Provident Fund, Employee State Insurance Fund and Employees Pension Scheme under defined contribution plans are recognised in the profit and loss account during the year in which the employee renders the related service.

Gratuity

The Company provides for gratuity, a defined benefit retirement plan. In accordance with ''The Payment of Gratuity Act, 1972'', the plan provides for a lump sum payment to vested employees, at retirement, death, incapacitation, or termination of employment, of an amount based on the respective employee''s last drawn salary and tenure of employment with the Company.

Compensated absences

The employees of the Company are entitled to compensated absences. The employees can carry forward a portion of unutilized accrued compensated absence and utilize it in future periods or receive cash compensation for the unutilized accrued compensated absence. The Company records an obligation for compensated absences in the period in which the employee renders the service that increase this entitlement. The Company measures the expected cost of compensated absence as the additional amount that the Company expects to pay as a result of the unused entitlement that has accumulated at the balance sheet date.

Liability with regard to compensated absences and gratuity is accrued based on actuarial valuations at the balance sheet date, carried out by an independent actuary. Actuarial valuation is carried out using the projected unit credit method, which recognises each year of service as giving rise to additional unit of employee benefit entitlement and measures each unit separately to build up the final obligation. The obligation is measured at the present value of the estimated future cash flows. The discount rate used for determining the present value of the obligation is based on the market yields on government securities as at the balance sheet date. Actuarial gains/ losses are recognised immediately in the profit and loss account as income or expense.

i. Earnings per share

The Company reports basic earnings per equity share in accordance with AS-20, Earnings per Share. Basic earnings per equity share have been computed by dividing net profit after tax attributable to equity shareholders by the weighted average number of equity shares outstanding for the year.

j. Contingencies/ Provisions

Provision is recognized when the Company has a present obligation as a result of past event; it is probable that an outflow of resources embodying economic benefits will be required to settle the obligation, in respect of which a reliable estimate can be made. Provisions are not discounted to its present value and are determined based on best estimate of the expenditure required to settle the obligation at the Balance Sheet date. These are reviewed at each Balance Sheet date and adjusted to reflect the current best estimate. A contingent liability is disclosed, unless the possibility of an outflow of resources embodying the economic benefit is remote.

k. Investments

Investments that are readily realisable and intended to be held for not more than a year are classified as current investments. All other investments are classified as long term investments. Current investments are carried at lower of cost and fair value determined on an individual investment basis. Long term investments are carried at cost. However, provision for diminution in value is recognized if it is other than temporary.

l. Foreign Exchange Transaction

Transactions in foreign currencies are recorded at the exchange rate prevailing on the date of the transaction. Monetary items denominated in foreign currency and outstanding at the Balance Sheet date are translated at the exchange rate ruling on that date. Exchange differences on foreign exchange transactions other than those relating to fixed assets are recognized in the Profit and Loss account. Any gain/loss on exchange fluctuation on the date of payment of expenditure incurred for acquisition of fixed assets is treated as an adjustment to the carrying cost of such fixed assets. k. Lease hold improvements

The company has taken a piece of land on lease at Meola Maharajpur. The company had constructed a building on the said land as a factory. The amount spent by the company on the construction has been appropriately included under the head "Lease hold improvement" in Fixed Assets schedule.

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Mar 31, 2012

A. Basis of accounting

The financial statements have been prepared under the historical cost convention, on the accrual basis of accounting and in accordance with the Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (‘GAAP') in India and comply with the accounting standards prescribed by the Companies (Accounting Standards) Rules, 2006 to the extent applicable and in accordance with the provisions of the Companies Act, 1956, as adopted consistently by the Company.

b. Fixed Assets

Fixed assets are stated at cost less accumulated depreciation. Cost includes purchase price and all other attributable costs of bringing the assets to working condition for intended use.

c. Depreciation/amortisation

Depreciation on fixed assets is provided on the straight line method at the rates which are based on economic useful lives of these assets and as are prescribed under Schedule XIV of the Companies Act, 1956. Assets costing less than Rs. 5,000 individually are fully depreciated in the year of purchase.

d. Revenue recognition

Revenue is recognized when the significant risk and rewards of ownership of the goods have been passed to the buyers for a consideration. Sale of goods is exclusive of Value Added Tax and inclusive of Excise duty.

e. Income taxes

Income tax comprises current tax and deferred tax. Current tax is determined in accordance with the provisions of Income Tax Act, 1961.

Deferred tax charge or credit is recognised on timing differences being the difference between taxable income and accounting income that originate in one year and are capable of reversal, subject to consideration of prudence, in one or more subsequent years. Deferred tax assets and liabilities are measured using the tax rates and tax laws that have been enacted or substantively enacted by the balance sheet date. Deferred tax assets on unabsorbed depreciation and carry forward of losses are not recognized unless there is a virtual certainty that there will be sufficient future taxable income available to realize such assets. Deferred tax assets are reviewed for the appropriateness of their carrying values at each balance sheet date.

f. Employee Benefits

a. Short-term employee benefits

The undiscounted amount of short-term employee benefits expected to be paid in exchange of services rendered by employees is recognised during the period when the employee renders the services. These benefits include compensated absences and performance incentives.

b. Long term employee benefits

- Provident fund and other state plans

Company's contributions towards recognised Provident Fund, Employee State Insurance Fund and Employees Pension Scheme under defined contribution plans are recognised in the profit and loss account during the year in which the employee renders the related service.

- Gratuity

The Company provides for gratuity, a defined benefit retirement plan. In accordance with The Payment of Gratuity Act, 1972', the plan provides for a lump sum payment to vested employees, at retirement, death, incapacitation, or termination of employment, of an amount based on the respective employee's last drawn salary and tenure of employment with the Company.

- Compensated absences

The employees of the Company are entitled to compensated absences. The employees can carry forward a portion of unutilized accrued compensated absence and utilize it in future periods or receive cash compensation for the unutilized accrued compensated absence. The Company records an obligation for compensated absences in the period in which the employee renders the service that increase this entitlement. The Company measures the expected cost of compensated absence as the additional amount that the Company expects to pay as a result of the unused entitlement that has accumulated at the balance sheet date.

Liability with regard to compensated absences and gratuity is accrued based on actuarial valuations at the balance sheet date, carried out by an independent actuary. Actuarial valuation is carried out using the projected unit credit method, which recognises each year of service as giving rise to additional unit of employee benefit entitlement and measures each unit separately to build up the final obligation. The obligation is measured at the present value of the estimated future cash flows. The discount rate used for determining the present value of the obligation is based on the market yields on government securities as at the balance sheet date. Actuarial gains/ losses are recognised immediately in the profit and loss account as income or expense.

g. Earnings per share

The Company reports basic earnings per equity share in accordance with AS-20, Earnings per Share. Basic earnings per equity share have been computed by dividing net profit after tax attributable to equity shareholders by the weighted average number of equity shares outstanding for the year.

h. Contingencies/ Provisions

Provision is recognized when the Company has a present obligation as a result of past event; it is probable that an outflow of resources embodying economic benefits will be required to settle the obligation, in respect of which a reliable estimate can be made. Provisions are not discounted to its present value and are determined based on best estimate of the expenditure required to settle the obligation at the Balance Sheet date. These are reviewed at each Balance Sheet date and adjusted to reflect the current best estimate. A contingent liability is disclosed, unless the possibility of an outflow of resources embodying the economic benefit is remote.

i. Investments

Investments that are readily realisable and intended to be held for not more than a year are classified as current investments. All other investments are classified as long term investments. Current investments are carried at lower of cost and fair value determined on an individual investment basis. Long term investments are carried at cost. However, provision for diminution in value is recognized if it is other than temporary.

j. Foreign Exchange Transaction

Transactions in foreign currencies are recorded at the exchange rate prevailing on the date of the transaction. Monetary items denominated in foreign currency and outstanding at the Balance Sheet date are translated at the exchange rate ruling on that date. Exchange differences on foreign exchange transactions other than those relating to fixed assets are recognized in the Profit and Loss account. Any gain/loss on exchange fluctuation on the date of payment of expenditure incurred for acquisition of fixed assets is treated as an adjustment to the carrying cost of such fixed assets.

k. Lease hold improvements

The company has taken a piece of land on lease at Meola Maharajpur. The company had constructed a building on the said land as a factory . The amount spent by the company on the construction has been appropriately included under the head lease hold improvement in Fixed Assets schedule.

The Company has one class of equity shares having a par value of Rs. 10 each. Each shareholder is eligible for one vote per share held.

The dividend proposed i.e 10% by the Board of Directors is subject to the approval of the shareholders in the ensuing Annual General Meeting.

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Mar 31, 2010

1) The accounts have been prepared under the going concern and historic cost convention, unless otherwise stated.

2) The sales and raw material purchases are Inclusive of excise duty.

3) Fixed Assets:

i) Fixed Assets are stated at cost to the company less depreciation.

ii) Depreciation Is provided under straight line method at the rates and In the manner prescribed in Schedule XIV of the Companies Act, 1956.

4) Valuation of Inventories :

i) Raw Materials, Work-in-process and Stores are valued at cost. ii) Finished goods are valued at lower of cost and net realisable value. iii) Scrap is valued at estimated net realisable value.