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Accounting Policies of Times Guaranty Ltd. Company

Mar 31, 2018

1. SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES

1. Basis of accounting

These financial statements have been prepared in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in India under the historical cost convention on an accrual basis and complying with the accounting standards as prescribed under Section 133 of Companies Act, 2013 (‘the Act’) read with Rule 7 of the Companies (Accounts) Rules, 2014 and of the Act (to the extent notified generally accepted accounting principles in India, the provisions) and regulations of Reserve Bank of India to the extent applicable.

2. Method of Accounting

The company follows the mercantile system of accounting.

3. Use of Estimates

The preparation of the financial statements in conformity with the generally accepted accounting principles requires the management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amount of assets, liabilities, revenues and expenses and disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities. The estimates and assumptions used in the accompanying financial statements are based upon management’s evaluation of the relevant facts and circumstances as of the date of the financial statements. Actual results may differ from the estimates and assumptions used in preparing the accompanying financial statements. Any differences of actual results to such estimates are recognized in the period in which the results are known / materialized. Examples of such estimates include future obligations under employee retirement benefit plans, provision for income taxes.

4. Investment

Investments are classified into current investments and non-current investments. Investments that are intended to be held for one year or more as on the date of Balance Sheet are classified as non-current investments and investments that are intended to be held for less than one year as on the date of Balance Sheet are classified as current investments.

Non-current investments are valued at cost. Provision for diminution in value of non-current investments is made if in the opinion of management such a decline is other than temporary.

Current investments are valued at cost or market/fair value, whichever is lower.

Net asset value of units declared by mutual funds is considered as market value.

5. Inventories

Inventories are valued at cost or Net Realisable Value whichever is lower.

6. Property plant & equipments

Property plant and equipments are stated at acquisition cost less accumulated depreciation and impairment losses, if any. Acquisition cost comprises of purchase price and directly attributable cost of bringing the asset to its working condition for its intended use.

Profit or loss on disposal of the assets is determined as the difference between the carrying amount of the assets at the time of the disposal and the proceeds, and is accounted for in the year of disposal.

7. Depreciation

Depreciation is provided on Written Down Value Method on all assets except for Immovable Property which is treated as investment. Depreciation is provided based on useful life of the assets as prescribed in Schedule II of the Companies Act, 2013. The Company provides pro-rata depreciation from the date on which asset is acquired / put to use. In respect of assets sold, pro-rata depreciation is provided up to the date on which the asset is sold.

8. Revenue Recognition:

a) Dividend Income is accounted when the right to receive the dividend is established.

b) Profit earned on sale of Investment is recognized on trade date/basis. Profit/Loss on sale of investments is determined based on the weighted average cost of investments sold.

c) In case of Non Performing Assets, interest income is recognized on receipt basis, as per prudential norms issued by Reserve Bank of India (RBI).

d) Profit or loss on sale of shares is accounted for on delivery of shares. Further, on sale of shares referred to in Note No. 22, the company writes back the amount of dividend which was not credited to P & L account in the earlier years.

e) All other incomes are accounted for on accrual basis.

9. Borrowing Cost

Borrowing cost attributable to the acquisition and construction of qualifying assets are capitalized as part of the cost of respective assets up to the date when such asset is ready for its intended use. Other borrowing cost is charged to revenue.

10. Taxation

Income-tax expense comprises current tax (i.e. amount of tax for the period determined in accordance with the income-tax law), deferred tax charge or credit (reflecting the tax effect of timing differences between accounting income and taxable income for the period).

Current Tax: :

Provision for current tax is made on the basis of estimated taxable income for the accounting year in accordance with the Income Tax Act, 1961.

Deferred Tax

The deferred tax charge or credit and the corresponding deferred tax liabilities and assets are recognized using the tax rates that have been enacted or substantively enacted by the balance sheet date. Deferred tax assets are recognized only to the extent there is reasonable certainty that the asset can be realized in future; however, where there is unabsorbed depreciation or carried forward loss under taxation laws, deferred tax assets are recognized only if there is a virtual certainty of realization of the assets. Deferred tax assets are reviewed as at each balance sheet date and written down or written-up to reflect the amount that is reasonable/virtually certain (as the case may be) to be realized.

11. Retirement Benefit

A. Short term employee benefit is recognized as an expense at undiscounted amount in the Profit & Loss Account of the year in which the relevant services is rendered.

B. Retirement Benefit Provident Fund:

Company’s contribution paid/payable for the year on account of Provident Fund and Family Pension Fund are charged to Profit and Loss Account.

Gratuity:

Gratuity is post employment benefit and is in the nature of Defined Benefit Plan. The liability or asset recognized in the balance sheet in respect of defined benefit gratuity plan is the present value of defined benefit obligations at the end of the reporting period less fair value of plan assets. The defined benefit obligation is calculated annually by actuaries through actuarial valuation using the projected unit credit method.

Superannuation:

During the year, the Company has not contributed to the Employees Superannuation Fund as per the LIC Scheme due to excess contribution in earlier years.

Leave Encashment:

As per company’s leave encashment policy employee may encash all unavailed leaves at the end of the financial year accrued to him/her and it is not carried forward.

12. Provisions, Contingent Liabilities and Contingent Assets

The Company creates a provision when there is present obligation as a result of a past event that probably requires an outflow of resources and a reliable estimate can be made of the amount of the obligation. A disclosure for a contingent liability is made when there is a possible obligation or a present obligation that may, but probably will not, require an outflow of resources. When there is a possible obligation or a present obligation in respect of which the likelihood of outflow of resources is remote, no provision or disclosure is made.

Provisions are reviewed at each balance sheet date and adjusted to reflect the current best estimate. If it is no longer probable that the outflow of resources would be required to settle the obligation, the provision is reversed.

Contingent assets are not recognized in the financial statements. However, contingent assets are assessed continually and if it is virtually certain that an economic benefit will arise, the asset and related income are recognized in the period in which the change occurs.


Mar 31, 2016

1. SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES

1. Basis of accounting

These financial statements have been prepared under the historical cost convention, on the accrual basis of accounting and complying with the accounting standards as prescribed under Section 133 of Companies Act, 2013 (‘the Act’) read with Rule 7 of the Companies (Accounts) Rules, 2014 and of the Act (to the extent notified generally accepted accounting principles in India, the provisions) and regulations of Reserve Bank of India to the extent applicable.

2. Method of Accounting

The company follows the mercantile system of accounting.

3. use of Estimates

The preparation of the financial statements in conformity with the generally accepted accounting principles requires the management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amount of assets, liabilities, revenues and expenses and disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities. The estimates and assumptions used in the accompanying financial statements are based upon management’s evaluation of the relevant facts and circumstances as of the date of the financial statements. Actual results may differ from the estimates and assumptions used in preparing the accompanying financial statements. Any differences of actual results to such estimates are recognized in the period in which the results are known / materialized. Examples of such estimates include future obligations under employee retirement benefit plans, provision for income taxes.

4. Investment

Investments are classified into current investments and noncurrent investments. Investments that are intended to be held for one year or more as on the date of Balance Sheet are classified as noncurrent investments and investments that are intended to be held for less than one year as on the date of Balance Sheet are classified as current investments.

Noncurrent investments are valued at cost. Provision for diminution in value of noncurrent investments is made if in the opinion of management such a decline is other than temporary.

Current investments are valued at cost or market/fair value, whichever is lower.

Net asset value of units declared by mutual funds is considered as market value.

5. Inventories

Inventories are valued at cost or Net Realizable Value whichever is lower.

6. Fixed Assets

Fixed Assets are stated at cost less accumulated depreciation thereon. The cost of fixed assets comprises purchase price and any directly attributable cost of bringing the asset to its working condition for its intended use.

Profit or loss on disposal of the assets is determined as the difference between the carrying amount of the assets at the time of the disposal and the proceeds, and is accounted for in the year of disposal.

7. Depreciation

Depreciation is provided on Written Down Value Method on all assets except for Immovable Property which is treated as investment. Depreciation is provided based on useful life of the assets as prescribed in Schedule II of the Companies Act, 2013. The Company provides pro-rata depreciation from the date on which asset is acquired / put to use. In respect of assets sold, pro-rata depreciation is provided up to the date on which the asset is sold.

8. Revenue Recognition:

a) Dividend Income is accounted when the right to receive the dividend is established.

b) Profit earned on sale of Investment is recognized on trade date/basis. Profit/Loss on sale of investments is determined based on the weighted average cost of investments sold.

c) All other incomes are accounted for on accrual basis.

d) In case of Non Performing Assets, interest income is recognized on receipt basis, as per prudential norms issued by Reserve Bank of India (RBI).

9. Borrowing Cost

Borrowing cost attributable to the acquisition and construction of qualifying assets are capitalized as part of the cost of respective assets up to the date when such asset is ready for its intended use. Other borrowing cost is charged to revenue.

10. Taxation

Income-tax expense comprises current tax (i.e. amount of tax for the period determined in accordance with the income-tax law), deferred tax charge or credit (reflecting the tax effect of timing differences between accounting income and taxable income for the period).

Current Tax: :

Provision for current tax is made on the basis of estimated taxable income for the accounting year in accordance with the Income Tax Act, 1961.

Deferred Tax

The deferred tax charge or credit and the corresponding deferred tax liabilities and assets are recognized using the tax rates that have been enacted or substantively enacted by the balance sheet date. Deferred tax assets are recognized only to the extent there is reasonable certainty that the asset can be realized in future; however, where there is unabsorbed depreciation or carried forward loss under taxation laws, deferred tax assets are recognized only if there is a virtual certainty of realization of the assets. Deferred tax assets are reviewed as at each balance sheet date and written down or written-up to reflect the amount that is reasonable/virtually certain (as the case may be) to be realized.

11. Retirement Benefit

A. Short term employee benefit is recognized as an expense at undiscounted amount in the Profit & Loss Account of the year in which the relevant services is rendered.

B. Retirement Benefit Provident Fund:

Company’s contribution paid/payable for the year on account of Provident Fund and Family Pension Fund are charged to Profit and Loss Account.

Gratuity:

Gratuity is post employment benefit and is in the nature of Defined Benefit Plan. The Liability recognized in the balance sheet in respect of gratuity is the present value of defined benefit obligation at the balance sheet date together with the adjustments for unrecognized actuarial gain or losses and the past service costs. The defined benefit obligation is calculated at or near the balance sheet date by an independent actuary using the projected unit credit method.

Superannuation:

During the year, the Company has contributed to the Employees Superannuation Fund as per the LIC Scheme in that behalf.

Leave Encashment:

As per company’s leave encashment policy employee may encase all unveiled leaves at the end of the financial year accrued to him/her and it is not carried forward.

12. Provisions, Contingent Liabilities and Contingent Assets

The Company creates a provision when there is present obligation as a result of a past event that probably requires an outflow of resources and a reliable estimate can be made of the amount of the obligation. A disclosure for a contingent liability is made when there is a possible obligation or a present obligation that may, but probably will not, require an outflow of resources. When there is a possible obligation or a present obligation in respect of which the likelihood of outflow of resources is remote, no provision or disclosure is made.

Provisions are reviewed at each balance sheet date and adjusted to reflect the current best estimate. If it is no longer probable that the outflow of resources would be required to settle the obligation, the provision is reversed.

Contingent assets are not recognized in the financial statements. However, contingent assets are assessed continually and if it is virtually certain that an economic benefit will arise, the asset and related income are recognized in the period in which the change occurs.

b) Terms/ Rights Attached to equity shares

The company has one class of equity shares having a par value of Rs. 10 per share. Each holder of equity shares is entitled to one vote per share. The company declares and pays dividend in Indian Rupees. The dividend if any proposed by the Board of Director is subject to the approval of the share holders in the ensuing Annual General Meeting.

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

c) Shares held by holding/ ultimate holding company and / or their Subsidiaries/ associates

Out of the equity shares issued by the company, shares held by its holding company, ultimate holding company and their subsidiaries/associates are as follows :

19. Contingent Liabilities and Commitments

i) Claims not acknowledged as debts Rs. 34.28 lakhs. (PreviousyearRs.34.28lakhs). The company has been advised that the demand is likely to be either deleted or substantially reduced and accordingly no provision is considered.

ii) Tax Demand - Based on the decisions of the Appellate authorities and interpretations of other relevant provisions, the company has been legally advised that the demand raised which is mentioned below is likely to be either deleted or substantially reduced accordingly no provision is considered.

a) Income Tax

The income tax assessment for the assessment year 1993-94 was completed resulting in demand of Rs. 144.42 Lakhs, (Previous year Rs. 144.42 lakhs) against which the Company is in appeal. The company has deposited the amount in dispute with the authorities.

b) sales Tax

Sales tax assessment under the Bombay Sales Tax Act for the assessment year 1998-99, was completed in respect of Lease Tax and resulted in demand for Rs. 15.67 lakhs. (Previous year Rs. 15.67 lakhs). The company has preferred an appeal against the orders with Tribunal.

20. Impairment of Assets

There are no such impair able Assets at the year ended in term of AS - 28. Hence company has not made any provision for impairment loss.

21. Asset Received under settlement

The company had received under settlement from debtors, an immovable property which is shown under the head Non Current Investment “Investment in Immovable property”. Prior to 31st March’2005 this asset was treated as fixed asset and depreciation was charged on it. However, it was transferred to Investment in Immovable property from 01st April’ 2005.

23. Inventories

During the earlier years, on account of non-availability of share certificates in respect of certain equity shares and transfer of shares for settlement of PMS account, relevant book value of such shares were written off / adjusted. Subsequently, after proper scrutiny and wherever the shares were available or shares have not been transferred, they have been included as part of stock of security and shown under Inventories by assigning a value of Re. 1 to each of such securities by crediting to profit & loss account of such year. Such value of Re. 1 is considered as cost for the purpose of valuation of relevant securities and accordingly any dividend received from these shares are shown in other current liabilities as dividend received on shares pending for settlement of PMS account.

26. Segment Reporting

The company has only one Business Segment, viz. Income from Investing and Financial activities the source of which is recovery of past dues and Company’s business activities are confined only to India. Hence no additional disclosures are made as required under Accounting Standard 17 “Segment Reporting”.

27. Related Party Disclosures

As per Accounting Standard 18, the disclosures of transactions with the related parties are given below

Related Party Relationship

Bennett, Coleman & Company Ltd. Holding Company

(Holds 74.92% of the Equity Share Capital as at March 31, 2016)

Fellow Subsidiaries

Dharmayug Investments Ltd., Bennett Institute of Higher Education, Times Journal India Ltd., Times Global Broadcasting Co. Ltd., ZOOM Entertainment Network Ltd., Times Digital Ltd., Times Centre for Learning Ltd., Centre for Excellence in Management Training & Development, Speaking Tree Properties Ltd., Media Network & Distribution (India) Ltd., Times Innovative Media Ltd., TIM Delhi Airport Advertising Pvt. Ltd., Worldwide Media Pvt. Ltd., Metropolitan Media Company Ltd., Brand Equity Treaties Ltd., Mind Games Shows Pvt. Ltd., Vardhaman Publishers Ltd., Mirchi Movies (India) Ltd., Entertainment Network (India) Ltd., Alternate Brand Solutions (India) Ltd., TIML Global Ltd., Times Internet Ltd., Times Internet Inc., USA, Times Internet(UK) Limited, UK, Times City Ltd., Gamma Gaana Ltd. (erstwhile known as Times Deals Ltd.), Times Jobs Ltd., Magic Bricks Reality Services Ltd., Digital Classifieds Ltd.,


Mar 31, 2015

1. Basis of accounting

These financial statements have been prepared under the historical cost convention, on the accrual basis of accounting and complying with the accounting standards as prescribed under Section 133 of Companies Act, 2013 ('the Act') read with Rule 7 of the Companies (Accounts) Rules, 2014 and generally accepted accounting principles in India, the provisions of the Act (to the extent notified) and regulations of Reserve Bank of India to the extent applicable.

2. method of accounting

The company follows the mercantile system of accounting.

3. use of estimates

The preparation of the financial statements in conformity with the generally accepted accounting principles requires the management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amount of assets, liabilities, revenues and expenses and disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities. The estimates and assumptions used in the accompanying financial statements are based upon management's evaluation of the relevant facts and circumstances as of the date of the financial statements. Actual results may differ from the estimates and assumptions used in preparing the accompanying financial statements. Any differences of actual results to such estimates are recognized in the period in which the results are known / materialized. Examples of such estimates include future obligations under employee retirement benefit plans, provision for income taxes.

4. investment

Investments are classified into current investments and non current investments. Investments that are intended to be held for one year or more as on the date of Balance Sheet are classified as non current investments and investments that are intended to be held for less than one year as on the date of Balance Sheet are classified as current investments.

Non current investments are valued at cost. Provision for diminution in value of non current investments is made if in the opinion of management such a decline is other than temporary.

Current investments are valued at cost or market/fair value, whichever is lower.

Net asset value of units declared by mutual funds is considered as market value.

5. inventories

Inventories are valued at cost or Net Realisable Value whichever is lower.

6. Fixed assets

Fixed Assets are stated at cost less accumulated depreciation thereon. The cost of fixed assets comprises purchase price and any directly attributable cost of bringing the asset to its working condition for its intended use.

Profit or loss on disposal of the assets is determined as the difference between the carrying amount of the assets at the time of the disposal and the proceeds, and is accounted for in the year of disposal.

7. Depreciation

Depreciation is provided on Written Down Value Method on all assets except for Immovable Property which is treated as investment on which depreciation is provided on Straight Line Method. Depreciation is provided based on useful life of the assets as prescribed in Schedule II of the Companies Act, 2013. The Company provides pro-rata depreciation from the date on which asset is acquired / put to use. In respect of assets sold, pro-rata depreciation is provided up to the date on which the asset is sold.

8. revenue recognition:

a) Dividend Income is accounted when the right to receive the dividend is established.

b) Profit earned on sale of Investment is recognized on trade date/basis. Profit/Loss on sale of investments is determined based on the weighted average cost of investments sold.

c) All other incomes are accounted for on accrual basis.

d) In case of Non Performing Assets, interest income is recognized on receipt basis, as per prudential norms issued by Reserve Bank of India (RBI).

9. Borrowing Cost

Borrowing cost attributable to the acquisition and construction of qualifying assets are capitalized less as part of the cost of respective assets up to the date when such asset is ready for its intended use. Other borrowing cost is charged to revenue.

10. Taxation

Income-tax expense comprises current tax (i.e. amount of tax for the period determined in accordance with the income- tax law), deferred tax charge or credit (reflecting the tax effect of timing differences between accounting income and taxable income for the period).

Current Tax: :

Provision for current tax is made on the basis of estimated taxable income for the accounting year in accordance with the Income Tax Act, 1961.

Deferred Tax

The deferred tax charge or credit and the corresponding deferred tax liabilities and assets are recognized using the tax rates that have been enacted or substantively enacted by the balance sheet date. Deferred tax assets are recognized only to the extent there is reasonable certainty that the asset can be realized in future; however, where there is unabsorbed depreciation or carried forward loss under taxation laws, deferred tax assets are recognized only if there is a virtual certainty of realization of the assets. Deferred tax assets are reviewed as at each balance sheet date and written down or written-up to reflect the amount that is reasonable/virtually certain (as the case may be) to be realized.

11. Retirement Benefit

a. Short term employee benefit is recognized as an expense at undiscounted amount in the Profit & Loss Account of the year in which the relevant services is rendered.

B. Retirement Benefit

Provident Fund:

Company's contribution paid/payable for the year on account of Provident Fund and Family Pension Fund are charged to Profit and Loss Account.

Gratuity:

Gratuity is post employment benefit and is in the nature of Defined Benefit Plan. The Liability recognized in the balance sheet in respect of gratuity is the present value of defined benefit obligation at the balance sheet date together with the adjustments for unrecognized actuarial gain or losses and the past service costs. The defined benefit obligation is calculated at or near the balance sheet date by an independent actuary using the projected unit credit method.

superannuation:

During the year, the Company has contributed to the Employees Superannuation Fund as per the LIC Scheme in that behalf.

Leave encashment:

As per company's leave encashment policy employee may encash all unavailed leaves at the end of the financial year accrued to him/her and it is not carried forward.

12. Provisions, Contingent Liabilities and Contingent assets

The Company creates a provision when there is present obligation as a result of a past event that probably requires an outflow of resources and a reliable estimate can be made of the amount of the obligation. A disclosure for a contingent liability is made when there is a possible obligation or a present obligation that may, but probably will not, require an outflow of resources. When there is a possible obligation or a present obligation in respect of which the likelihood of outflow of resources is remote, no provision or disclosure is made.

Provisions are reviewed at each balance sheet date and adjusted to reflect the current best estimate. If it is no longer probable that the outflow of resources would be required to settle the obligation, the provision is reversed.

Contingent assets are not recognized in the financial statements. However, contingent assets are assessed continually and if it is virtually certain that an economic benefit will arise, the asset and related income are recognized in the period in which the change occurs.


Mar 31, 2014

1. Basis of accounting

The accompanying fnancial statements are consistently prepared under the historical cost convention, on the accrual basis of accounting and comply with the accounting standards (to the extent applicable) and in accordance with the generally accepted accounting principles, the provisions of the Companies Act, 1956 and 2013 and regulations of Reserve Bank of India to the extent applicable.

2. Method of accounting

The company follows the mercantile system of accounting.

3. Use of estimates

The preparation of the fnancial statements in conformity with the generally accepted accounting principles requires the management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amount of assets, liabilities, revenues and expenses and disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities. The estimates and assumptions used in the accompanying fnancial statements are based upon management''s evaluation of the relevant facts and circumstances as of the date of the fnancial statements. Actual results may differ from the estimates and assumptions used in preparing the accompanying fnancial statements. Any differences of actual results to such estimates are recognized in the period in which the results are known / materialized. Examples of such estimates include future obligations under employee retirement benefit plans, provision for income taxes.

4. Investment

Investments are classified into current investments and non current investments. Investments that are intended to be held for one year or more as on the date of Balance Sheet are classified as non current investments and investments that are intended to be held for less than one year as on the date of Balance Sheet are classified as current investments.

Non current investments are valued at cost. Provision for diminution in value of non current investments is made if in the opinion of management such a decline is other than temporary.

Current investments are valued at cost or market/fair value, whichever is lower.

Net asset value of units declared by mutual funds is considered as market value.

5. Inventories

Inventories are valued at cost or Net Realisable Value whichever is lower.

6. Fixed assets

Fixed Assets are stated at cost less accumulated depreciation thereon. The cost of fixed assets comprises purchase price and any directly attributable cost of bringing the asset to its working condition for its intended use.

Profit or loss on disposal of the assets is determined as the difference between the carrying amount of the assets at the time of the disposal and the proceeds, and is accounted for in the year of disposal.

7. Depreciation

The Company provides pro-rata depreciation from the date on which asset is acquired / put to use. In respect of assets sold, pro-rata depreciation is provided up to the date on which the asset is sold. On all assets, except as mentioned below, depreciation has been provided using the Straight-line method at the rates specified in Schedule XIV to the Companies Act, 1956.

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

8. Revenue recognition:

a) Dividend Income is accounted when the right to receive the dividend is established.

b) Profit earned on sale of Investment is recognized on trade date/basis. Profit/Loss on sale of investments is determined based on the weighted average cost of investments sold.

c) All other incomes are accounted for on accrual basis.

d) In case of Non Performing Assets, interest income is recognized on receipt basis, as per prudential norms issued by Reserve Bank of India (RBI).

9. Borrowing Cost

Borrowing cost attributable to the acquisition and construction of qualifying assets are capitalized as part of the cost of respective assets up to the date when such asset is ready for its intended use. Other borrowing cost is charged to revenue.

10. Taxation

Income-tax expense comprises current tax (i.e. amount of tax for the period determined in accordance with the income- tax law), deferred tax charge or credit (refecting the tax effect of timing differences between accounting income and taxable income for the period).

Current Tax: :

Provision for current tax is made on the basis of estimated taxable income for the accounting year in accordance with the Income Tax Act, 1961.

Deferred Tax

The deferred tax charge or credit and the corresponding deferred tax liabilities and assets are recognized using the tax rates that have been enacted or substantively enacted by the balance sheet date. Deferred tax assets are recognized only to the extent there is reasonable certainty that the asset can be realized in future; however, where there is unabsorbed depreciation or carried forward loss under taxation laws, deferred tax assets are recognized only if there is a virtual certainty of realization of the assets. Deferred tax assets are reviewed as at each balance sheet date and written down or written-up to refect the amount that is reasonable/virtually certain (as the case may be) to be realized.

11. Retirement benefit

a. Short term employee benefit is recognized as an expense at undiscounted amount in the Profit & Loss Account of the year in which the relevant services is rendered.

B. Retirement benefit provident Fund:

Company''s contribution paid/payable for the year on account of Provident Fund and Family Pension Fund are charged to Profit and Loss Account.

Gratuity:

Gratuity is post employment benefit and is in the nature of Defined benefit Plan. The Liability recognized in the balance sheet in respect of gratuity is the present value of Defined benefit obligation at the balance sheet date together with the adjustments for unrecognized actuarial gain or losses and the past service costs. The Defined benefit obligation is calculated at or near the balance sheet date by an independent actuary using the projected unit credit method.

Superannuation:

During the year, the Company has contributed to the Employees Superannuation Fund as per the LIC Scheme in that behalf.

Leave encashment:

As per company''s leave encashment policy employee may encash all unavailed leaves at the end of the fnancial year accrued to him/her and it is not carried forward.

12. provisions, Contingent Liabilities and Contingent assets

The Company creates a provision when there is present obligation as a result of a past event that probably requires an outflow of resources and a reliable estimate can be made of the amount of the obligation. A disclosure for a contingent liability is made when there is a possible obligation or a present obligation that may, but probably will not, require an outflow of resources. When there is a possible obligation or a present obligation in respect of which the likelihood of outflow of resources is remote, no provision or disclosure is made.

Provisions are reviewed at each balance sheet date and adjusted to refect the current best estimate. If it is no longer probable that the outflow of resources would be required to settle the obligation, the provision is reversed. Contingent assets are not recognized in the fnancial statements. However, contingent assets are assessed continually and if it is virtually certain that an economic benefit will arise, the asset and related income are recognized in the period in which the change occurs.

b) Terms/ rights attached to equity shares

The company has one class of equity shares having a par value of Rs. 10 per share. Each holder of equity shares is entitled to one vote per share. The company declares and pays dividend in Indian Rupees. The dividend if any proposed by the Board of Director is subject to the approval of the share holders in the ensuing Annual General Meeting.

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

c) shares held by holding/ ultimate holding company and / or their subsidiaries/ associates

Out of the equity shares issued by the company, shares held by its holding company, ultimate holding company and their subsidiaries/associates are as follows :

19. Contingent Liabilities and Commitments

i) Claims not acknowledged as debts Rs. 34.28 lakhs. (Previous year Rs.34.28 lakhs)

ii) Tax Demand

a) Income Tax

The income tax assessment for the assessment year 1993-94 was completed resulting in demand of Rs. 113.06 Lakhs, (Previous year Rs.113.06 lakhs) against which the Company is in appeal. The company has deposited the amount in dispute with the authorities.

b) Sales Tax

Sales tax assessment under the Bombay Sales Tax Act for the assessment year 1998-99, was completed in respect of Bombay Sales Tax and Lease Tax and resulted in demand for Rs.3.92 lakhs and Rs. 15.67 lakhs respectively (Previous year Rs. 3.92 lakhs and Rs. 15.67 lakhs respectively). The company has preferred an appeal against the orders with Deputy Commissioner.


Mar 31, 2012

1. Basis of Accounting

The accompanying financial statements are consistently prepared under the historical cost convention, on the accrual basis of accounting and comply with the accounting standards (to the extent applicable) and in accordance with the generally accepted accounting principles, the provisions of the Companies Act, 1956 and regulations of Reserve Bank of India to the extent applicable.

2. Method of Accounting

The company follows the mercantile system of accounting.

3. Use of Estimates

The preparation of the financial statements in conformity with the generally accepted accounting principles requires the management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amount of assets, liabilities, revenues and expenses and disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities. The estimates and assumptions used in the accompanying financial statements are based upon management's evaluation of the relevant facts and circumstances as of the date of the financial statements. Actual results may differ from the estimates and assumptions used in preparing the accompanying financial statements. Any differences of actual results to such estimates are recognized in the period in which the results are known/materialized. Examples of such estimates include future obligations under employee retirement benefit plans, provision for income taxes.

4. Investment

Investments are classified into current investments and non current investments. Investments that are intended to be held for one year or more as on the date of Balance Sheet are classified as non current investments and investments that are intended to be held for less than one year as on the date of Balance Sheet are classified as current investments.

Non current investments are valued at cost. Provision for diminution in value of non current investments is made if in the opinion of management such a decline is other than temporary.

Current investments are valued at cost or market/fair value, whichever is lower.

Net asset value of units declared by mutual funds is considered as market value.

5. Inventories

Inventories are valued at cost or Net Realisable Value whichever is lower.

6. Fixed Assets

Fixed Assets are stated at cost less accumulated depreciation thereon. The cost of fixed assets comprises purchase price and any directly attributable cost of bringing the asset to its working condition for its intended use.

Profit or loss on disposal of the assets is determined as the difference between the carrying amount of the assets at the time of the disposal and the proceeds, and is accounted for in the year of disposal.

SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES

7. Depreciation

The Company provides pro-rata depreciation from the date on which asset is acquired/put to use. In respect of assets sold, prorate depreciation is provided up to the date on which the asset is sold. On all assets, except as mentioned below, depreciation has been provided using the Straight-line method at the rates specified in Schedule XIV to the Companies Act, 1956.

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

8. Revenue Recognition

a) Dividend Income is accounted when the right to receive the dividend is established.

b) Profit/loss on sale of Investment is determined based on the Weighted Average cost of the investments sold.

c) All expenses and other income are accounted for on accrual basis.

d) In case of Non Performing Assets, interest income is recognized on receipt basis, as per prudential norms issued by Reserve Bank of India (RBI).

9. Borrowing Cost

Borrowing cost attributable to the acquisition and construction of qualifying assets are capitalized as part of the cost of respective assets upto the date when such asset is ready for its intended use. Other borrowing cost are charged to revenue.

10. Taxation

Income-tax expense comprises current tax (i.e. amount of tax for the period determined in accordance with the income-tax law), deferred tax charge or credit (reflecting the tax effect of timing differences between accounting income and taxable income for the period).

Current Tax

Provision for current tax is made on the basis of estimated taxable income for the accounting years in accordance with the Income Tax Act, 1961.

Deferred Tax

The deferred tax charge or credit and the corresponding deferred tax liabilities and assets are recognized using the tax rates that have been enacted or substantively enacted by the balance sheet date. Deferred tax assets are recognized only to the extent there is reasonable certainty that the asset can be realized in future; however, where there is unabsorbed depreciation or carried forward loss under taxation laws, deferred tax assets are recognized only if there is a virtual certainty of realization of the assets. Deferred tax assets are reviewed as at each balance sheet date and written down or written-up to reflect the amount that is reasonable/virtually certain (as the case may be) to be realized.

11. Retirement Benefit

A. Short term employee benefit are recognized as an expenses at undiscounted amount in the Profit & Loss Account of the year in which the relevant services is rendered.

B. Retirement Benefit

Provident Fund :

Company's contribution paid/payable for the year on account of Provident Fund and Family Pension Fund are charged to Profit and Loss Account.

Gratuity:

Gratuity is post employment benefit and is in the nature of Defined Benefit Plan. The Liability recognized in the balance sheet in respect of gratuity is the present value of defined benefit obligation at the balance sheet date together with the adjustments for unrecognized actuarial gain or losses and the past service costs. The defined benefit obligation is calculated at or near the balance sheet date by an independent actuary using the projected unit credit method.

Superannuation:

During the year, the Company has contributed to the Employees Superannuation Fund as per the LIC Scheme in that behalf.

Leave Encashment:

As per company's leave encashment policy employee may encash all unavailed leaves at the end of the financial year accrued to him/her and it is not carried forward.

12. Provisions, Contingent Liabilities and Contingent Assets

The Company creates a provision when there is present obligation as a result of a past event that probably requires an outflow of resources and a reliable estimate can be made of the amount of the obligation. A disclosure for a contingent liability is made when there is a possible obligation or a present obligation that may, but probably will not, require an outflow of resources. When there is a possible obligation or a present obligation in respect of which the likelihood of outflow of resources is remote, no provision or disclosure is made.

Provisions are reviewed at each balance sheet date and adjusted to reflect the current best estimate. If it is no longer probable that the outflow of resources would be required to settle the obligation, the provision is reversed.

Contingent assets are not recognized in the financial statements. However, contingent assets are assessed continually and if it is virtually certain that an economic benefit will arise, the asset and related income are recognized in the period in which the change occurs.


Mar 31, 2011

1. Basis of Accounting

The accompanying financial statements are consistently prepared under the historical cost convention, on the accrual basis of accounting and comply with the accounting standards (to the extent applicable) and in accordance with the generally accepted accounting principles, the provisions of the Companies Act, 1956 and regulations of Reserve Bank of India to the extent applicable.

2. Method of Accounting

The company follows the mercantile system of accounting.

3. Use of Estimates

The preparation of the financial statements in conformity with the generally accepted accounting principles requires the management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amount of assets, liabilities, revenues and expenses and disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities. The estimates and assumptions used in the accompanying financial statements are based upon management's evaluation of the relevant facts and circumstances as of the date of the financial statements. Actual results may differ from the estimates and assumptions used in preparing the accompanying financial statements. Any differences of actual results to such estimates are recognized in the period in which the results are known/ materialized. Examples of such estimates include future obligations under employee retirement benefit plans, provision for income taxes.

4. Investment

Investments are classified into long-term investments and current investments. Investments that are intended to be held for one year or more are classified as long-term investments and investments that are intended to be held for less than one year are classified as current investments.

Long term investments are valued at cost. Provision for diminution in value of long term investments is made if in the opinion of management such a decline is other than temporary.

Current investments are valued at cost or market/fair value, whichever islower.

Net asset value of units declared by mutual funds is considered at market value.

5. Inventories

Inventories are valued at cost or fair value whichever is lower.

6. Fixed Assets

Fixed Assets are stated at cost less accumulated depreciation thereon. The cost of fixed assets comprises purchase price and any directly attributable cost of bringing the asset to its working condition for its intended use.

Profit or loss on disposal of the assets is determined as the difference between the carrying amount of the assets at the time of the disposal and the proceeds, and is accounted .for in the year of disposal.

7. Depreciation

The Company provides pro-rata depreciation from the date on which asset is acquired / put to use. In respect of assets sold. prorata depreciation is provided up to the date on which the asset is sold. On all assets, except as mentioned below, depreciation has been provided using the Straight-line method at the rates specified in Schedule XIV to the Companies Act, 1956.

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

8. Revenue Recognition :

a) Dividend Income is accounted when the right to receive the dividend is established.

b) Profit/loss on sale of investment is determined based on the Weighted Average cost of the investments 'sold.

c) All expenses and other income are accounted for on accrual basis.

d) In case of Non Performing Assets, interest income is recognized on receipt basis, as per prudential norms issued by Reserve Bank of India (RBI).

9. Borrowing Cost

Borrowing cost attributable to the acquisition and construction of qualifying assets are capitalized as part of the cost of respective assets upto the date when such asset is ready for its intended use. Other borrowing cost are charged to revenue.

10. Taxation

Income-tax expense comprises current tax (i.e. amount of tax for the period determined in accordance with the income-tax law), deferred tax charge or credit (reflecting the tax effect of timing differences between accounting income and taxable income for the period) and fringe benefit tax.

Current Tax: :

Provision for current tax is made on the basis of estimated taxable income for the accounting year in accordance with the Income Tax Act, 1961.

Deferred Tax

The deferred tax charge or credit and the corresponding deferred tax liabilities and assets are recognized using the tax rates that have been enacted or substantively enacted by the balance sheet, date. Deferred tax assets are recognized only to the extent there is reasonable certainty that the asset can be realized in future; however, where there is unabsorbed depreciation or carried forward loss under taxation laws, deferred tax assets are recognized only if there is a virtual certainty of realization of the assets. Deferred tax assets are reviewed as at each balance sheet date and written down or written-up to reflect the amount that is reasonable/virtually certain (as the case may be) to be realized.

11. Retirement Benefit

A. Short term employee benefit are recognized as an expenses at undiscounted amount in the Profit & Loss Account of the year in which the relevant services are rendered.

B. Retirement Benefit

Provident Fund :

Company's contribution paid/payable for the year on account of Provident Fund and Family Pension Fund are charged to Profit and Loss Account.

Gratuity:

Gratuity is post ernployment benefit and is in the nature of Defined Benefit Plan. The Liability recognized in the balance sheet in respect of gratuity is the present value of defined benefit obligation at the balance sheet date together with the adjustments for unrecognized actuarial gain or losses and the past service costs. The defined benefit obligation is calculated at or near the balance sheet date by an independent actuary using the projected unit credit method.

Superannuation:

During the year, the Company has contributed to the Employees Superannuation Fund as per the LIC Scheme in that behalf.

Leave Encashment:

As per company's leave encashment policy employee may encash all unavailed leaves at the end of the financial year accrued to him/her and it is not carried Forward.

12. Provisions, Contingent Liabilities and Contingent Assets

The Company creates a provision when there is present obligation as a result of a past event that probably requires an outflow of resources and a reliable estimate can be made of the amount of the obligation. A disclosure for a contingent liability is made when there is a possible obligation or a present obligation that may. but probably will not, require an outflow of resources. When there is a possible obligation or a present obligation in respect of which the likelihood of outflow of resources is remote, no provision or disclosure is made.

Provisions are reviewed at each balance sheet date and adjusted to reflect the current best estimate. If it is no longer probable that the outflow of resources would be required to settle the obligation, the provision is reversed.

Contingent assets are not recognized in the financial statements. However, contingent assets are assessed continually and if it is virtually certain that an economic benefit will arise, the asset and related income are recognized in the period in which the change occurs.


Mar 31, 2010

I. Basis of Accounting

The accompanying financial statements are consistently prepared under the historical cost convention, on the accrual basis of accounting and comply with the accounting standards issued by the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (to the extent applicable) and in accordance with the generally accepted accounting principles, the provisions of the Companies Act, 1956 and regulations of Reserve Bank of India to the extent applicable.

ii. Use of estimates:

The preparation of the financial statements in conformity with the generally accepted accounting principles requires the management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amount of assets, liabilities, revenues and expenses and disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities. The estimates and assumptions used in the accompanying financial statements are based upon management’s evaluation of the relevant facts and circumstances as of the date of the financial statements. Actual results may differ from the estimates and assumptions used in preparing the accompanying financial statements. Any differences of actual results to such estimates are recognized in the period in which the results are known / materialized.

iii. Investments

Investments are classified into long-term investments and current investments. Investments that are intended to be held for one year or more are classified as long-term investments and investments that are intended to be held for less than one year are classified as current investments.

Long term investments are valued at cost. Provision for diminution in value of long term investments is made if in the opinion of management such a decline is other than temporary.

Current investments are valued at cost or market/fair value, whichever is lower.

Net asset value of units declared by mutual funds is considered at market value.

iv. Stock of Securities

Stocks of Securities are valued at cost or fair value whichever is lower.

v. Fixed Assets

Fixed Assets are stated at cost less accumulated depreciation thereon. The cost of fixed assets comprises purchase price and any directly attributable cost of bringing the asset to its working condition for its intended use.

Profit or loss on disposal of the assets is determined as the difference between the carrying amount of the assets at the time of the disposal and the proceeds, and is accounted for in the year of disposal.

vi. Depreciation

The Company provides pro-rata depreciation from the date on which asset is acquired / put to use. In respect of assets sold, prorate depreciation is provided up to the date on which the asset is sold. On all assets, except as mentioned below, depreciation has been provided using the Straight-line method at the rates specified in Schedule XIV to the Companies Act, 1956.

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

vii. Revenue Recognition

In case of Non Performing Assets, interest income is recognized on receipt basis, as per prudential norms issued by Reserve Bank of India (RBI).

Dividend is accounted as and when the right to receive income is established.

Profit/loss on sale of Investment is determined based on the Weighted Average cost of the investments sold.

Other income is booked on accrual basis.

viii. Taxation

Income-tax expense comprises current tax (i.e. amount of tax for the period determined in accordance with the income-tax law), deferred tax charge or credit (reflecting the tax effect of timing differences between accounting income and taxable income for the period) and fringe benefit tax.

Current Tax:

Provision for current tax is made on the basis of estimated taxable income for the accounting year in accordance with the Income Tax Act, 1961.

Deferred Tax

The deferred tax charge or credit and the corresponding deferred tax liabilities and assets are recognized using the tax rates that have been enacted or substantively enacted by the balance sheet date. Deferred tax assets are recognized only to the extent there is reasonable certainty that the asset can be realized in future; however, where there is unabsorbed depreciation or carried forward loss under taxation laws, deferred tax assets are recognized only if there is a virtual certainty of realization of the assets. Deferred tax assets are reviewed as at each balance sheet date and written down or written-up to reflect the amount that is reasonable/virtually certain (as the case may be) to be realized.

ix. Employee Benefits

Provident Fund:

Company’s contribution paid/payable for the year on account of Provident Fund and Family Pension Fund are charged to Profit and Loss Account.

Gratuity:

Gratuity is post employment benefit and is in the nature of Defined Benefit Plan. The Liability recognized in the balance sheet in respect of gratuity is the present value of defined benefit obligation at the balance sheet date together with the adjustments for unrecognized actuarial gain or losses and the past service costs. The defined benefit obligation is calculated at or near the balance sheet date by an independent actuary using the projected unit credit method.

Superannuation:

During the year, the Company has contributed to the Employees Superannuation Fund as per the LIC Scheme in that behalf.

Leave Encashment:

As per company’s leave encashment policy employee may encash all unavailed leaves at the end of the financial year accrued to him.

x. Provisions and contingencies:

The Company creates a provision when there is present obligation as a result of a past event that probably requires an outflow of resources and a reliable estimate can be made of the amount of the obligation. A disclosure for a contingent liability is made when there is a possible obligation or a present obligation that may, but probably will not, require an outflow of resources. When there is a possible obligation or a present obligation in respect of which the likelihood of outflow of resources is remote, no provision or disclosure is made.

Provisions are reviewed at each balance sheet date and adjusted to reflect the current best estimate. If it is no longer probable that the outflow of resources would be required to settle the obligation, the provision is reversed.

Contingent assets are not recognized in the financial statements. However, contingent assets are assessed continually and if it is virtually certain that an economic benefit will arise, the asset and related income are recognized in the period in which the change occurs.

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