Accounting Policies of Almondz Global Securities Ltd. Company

Mar 31, 2025

Reporting Entity

Almondz Global Securities Limited (''the Company'') is a company
domiciled in India, with its registered office situated at Level 5,
Grande Palladium, 175, CST Road, Off BKC, Kalina, Santacruz (East)
Mumbai 400098. The Company was incorporated in India on June
28, 1994. The Company is involved in the business of providing
professional advisory and consultancy services in the areas of equity
and debt capital markets, private equity, infrastructure advisory,
equity broking & wealth management, debt portfolio management
services and distribution.

1. Basis of preparation

(i) Statement of compliance with Indian Accounting
Standards:

These Ind AS financial statements ("the Financial Statements")
have been prepared in accordance with the Indian Accounting
Standards (''Ind AS’) as notified by Ministry of Corporate Affairs
(''MCA'') under Section 133 of the Companies Act, 2013 (''Act)
read with the Companies (Indian Accounting Standards) Rules,
2015, as amended and other relevant provisions of the Act.
The Company has uniformly applied the accounting policies
for all the periods presented in these financial statements.

The financial statements for the year ended March 31, 2025
were authorised and approved for issue by the Board of
Directors on May 26, 2025.

The significant accounting policies adopted for preparation
and presentation of these financial statement are included in
Note 2. These policies have been applied consistently applied
to all the financial year presented in the financial statements
except where newly issues accounting standard is initially
adopted or revision to the existing accounting standard
requires a change in the accounting policy hitherto in use.

The Balance Sheet, the Statement of Changes in Equity, the
Statement of Profit and Loss and disclosures are presented in
the format prescribed under Division III of Revised Schedule
III of the companies Act, as amended from time to time that
are required to comply with Ind AS. The Statement of Cash
Flows has been presented as per the requirements of Ind AS 7
Statement of Cash Flow.

The financial statements have been prepared under the
historical cost convention and accrual basis, except for certain
financial assets and liabilities, defined benefit-plan liabilities
and share-based payments being measured at fair value.

(ii) Financial and non-financial classification

All assets and liabilities have been classified and presented on
the basis of liquidity as financial or non-financial as permitted
by Division III of Schedule III to the Act.

(iii) Functional and presentation currency

These financial statements are presented in Indian Rupees (^),
which is also the Company''s functional currency. All amounts
have been rounded-off to the nearest lacs, unless otherwise
indicated.

(iv) Basis of measurement

The financial statements have been prepared on the historical
cost basis except for the following items:

(v) Use of estimates and judgements

The preparation of the Company''s financial statements
requires management to make judgements, estimates and
assumptions that affect the reported amounts of revenues,
expenses, assets and liabilities, and the related disclosures.
Actual results may differ from these estimates.

Significant management judgements

Recognition of deferred tax assets - The extent to
which deferred tax assets can be recognised is based on an
assessment of the probability of the future taxable income
against which the deferred tax assets can be utilised.

Business model assessment - The Company determines
the business model at a level that reflects how groups of
financial assets are managed together to achieve a business
objective. This assessment includes judgement reflecting
all relevant evidence including how the performance of
the assets is evaluated and their performance measured,
the risks that affect the performance of the assets and how
these are managed and how the managers of the assets
are compensated. The Company monitors financial assets
measured at amortised cost that are derecognised prior to
their maturity to understand the reason for their disposal
and whether the reasons are consistent with the objective
of the business for which the asset was held. Monitoring is
part of the Company''s continuous assessment of whether the
business model for which the remaining financial assets are
held continues to be appropriate and if it is not appropriate
whether there has been a change in business model and
accordingly prospective change to the classification of those
assets are made.

Evaluation of indicators for impairment of assets - The

evaluation of applicability of indicators of impairment of
assets requires assessment of several external and internal
factors which could result in deterioration of recoverable
amount of the assets.

Classification of leases - Ind AS 116 requires lessees to
determine the lease term as the non-cancellable period of
a lease adjusted with any option to extend or terminate the
lease, if the use of such option is reasonably certain. The
Company makes an assessment on the expected lease term
on a lease-by-lease basis and thereby assesses whether it is
reasonably certain that any options to extend or terminate the
contract will be exercised. In evaluating the lease term, the
Company considers factors such as any significant leasehold
improvements undertaken over the lease term, costs
relating to the termination of the lease and the importance
of the underlying asset to the Company''s operations taking
into account the location of the underlying asset and the
availability of suitable alternatives. The lease term in future
periods is reassessed to ensure that the lease term reflects the
current economic circumstances. After considering current
and future economic conditions, the Company has concluded
that no changes are required to lease period relating to the
existing lease contract.

Expected credit loss (ECL) as per Ind AS 109- The measurement
of expected credit loss allowance for financial assets measured at
amortised cost requires use of complex models and significant
assumptions about future economic conditions and credit
behaviour (e.g. likelihood of customers defaulting and resulting
losses). The Company makes significant judgements regarding
the following while assessing expected credit loss:

• Determining criteria for significant increase in credit risk;

• Establishing the number and relative weightings of forward¬
looking scenarios for each type of product/market and the
associated ECL; and

• Establishing groups of similar financial assets for the purposes
of measuring ECL.

Provisions - At each balance sheet date, based on the management
judgment, changes in facts and legal aspects, the Company
assesses the requirement of provisions against the outstanding
contingent liabilities. However, the actual future outcome may be
different from this judgement.

Significant estimates

Useful lives of depreciable/amortisable assets - Management
reviews its estimate of useful lives, residual values and method of
depreciation of depreciable/amortisable assets at each reporting
date, based on the expected utility of the assets. Uncertainties in
these estimates relate to technical and economic obsolescence
that may change the utility of assets.

Defined benefit obligation (DBO) - Management''s estimate
of the DBO is based on several underlying assumptions such as
standard rates of inflation, mortality, discount rate and anticipation
of future salary increases. Variation in these assumptions may
significantly impact the DBO amount and the annual defined
benefit expenses.

Fair value measurements - Management applies valuation
techniques to determine the fair value of financial instruments
(where active market quotes are not available). This involves
developing estimates and assumptions consistent with how
market participants would price the instrument.

1.1 Summary of significant accounting policies

(i) Cash and cash equivalents

Cash and cash equivalents consist of cash, bank balances in
current and short term highly liquid investments that are
readily convertible to cash with original maturities of three
months or less at the time of purchase.

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Mar 31, 2024

Reporting Entity

Almondz Global Securities Limited (''the Company'') is a company domiciled in India, with its registered office situated at F-33/3, Phase II Okhla Industrial Area, New Delhi-110020. The Company was incorporated in India on June 28, 1994. The Company is involved in the business of providing professional advisory and consultancy services in the areas of equity and debt capital markets, private equity, infrastructure advisory, equity broking & wealth management, debt portfolio management services and distribution.

1. Basis of preparation

(i) Statement of compliance with Indian Accounting Standards:

These Ind AS financial statements ("the Financial Statements”) have been prepared in accordance with the Indian Accounting Standards (''Ind AS'') as notified by Ministry of Corporate Affairs (''MCA'') under Section 133 of the Companies Act, 2013 (''Act'') read with the Companies (Indian Accounting Standards) Rules, 2015, as amended and other relevant provisions of the Act. The Company has uniformly applied the accounting policies for all the periods presented in these financial statements.

The financial statements for the year ended March 31, 2024 were authorised and approved for issue by the Board of Directors on May 29, 2024.

The significant accounting policies adopted for preparation and presentation of these financial statement are included in Note 2. These policies have been applied consistently applied to all the financial year presented in the financial statements except where newly issues accounting standard is initially adopted or revision to the existing accounting standard requires a change in the accounting policy hitherto in use.

The Balance Sheet, the Statement of Changes in Equity, the Statement of Profit and Loss and disclosures are presented in the format prescribed under Division III of Revised Schedule III of the companies Act, as amended from time to time that are required to comply with Ind AS. The Statement of Cash Flows has been presented as per the requirements of Ind AS 7 Statement of Cash Flow.

The financial statements have been prepared under the historical cost convention and accrual basis, except for certain financial assets and liabilities, defined benefit-plan liabilities and share-based payments being measured at fair value.

(ii) Financial and non-financial classification

All assets and liabilities have been classified and presented on the basis of liquidity as financial or non-financial as permitted by Division III of Schedule III to the Act.

(in) Functional and presentation currency

These financial statements are presented in Indian Rupees (^), which is also the Company''s functional currency. All amounts have been rounded-off to the nearest lacs, unless otherwise indicated.

(iv) Basis of measurement

The financial statements have been prepared on the historical cost basis except for the following items:

(v) Use of estimates and judgements

The preparation of the Company''s financial statements requires management to make judgements, estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of revenues, expenses, assets and liabilities, and the related disclosures. Actual results may differ from these estimates.

Significant management judgements

Recognition of deferred tax assets - The extent to which deferred tax assets can be recognised is based on an assessment of the probability of the future taxable income against which the deferred tax assets can be utilised.

Business model assessment - The Company determines the business model at a level that reflects how groups of financial assets are managed together to achieve a business objective. This assessment includes judgement reflecting all relevant evidence including how the performance of the assets is evaluated and their performance measured, the risks that affect the performance of the assets and how these are managed and how the managers of the assets are compensated. The Company monitors financial assets measured at amortised cost that are derecognised prior to their maturity to understand the reason for their disposal and whether the reasons are consistent with the objective of the business for which the asset was held. Monitoring is part of the Company''s continuous assessment of whether the business model for which the remaining financial assets are held continues to be appropriate and if it is not appropriate whether there has been a change in business model and accordingly prospective change to the classification of those assets are made.

Evaluation of indicators for impairment of assets - The

evaluation of applicability of indicators of impairment of assets requires assessment of several external and internal factors which could result in deterioration of recoverable amount of the assets.

Classification of leases - Ind AS 116 requires lessees to determine the lease term as the non-cancellable period of a lease adjusted with any option to extend or terminate the lease, if the use of such option is reasonably certain. The Company makes an assessment on the expected lease term on a lease-by-lease basis and thereby assesses whether it is reasonably certain that any options to extend or terminate the contract will be exercised. In evaluating the lease term, the Company considers factors such as any significant leasehold improvements undertaken over the lease term, costs relating to the termination of the lease and the importance of the underlying asset to the Company''s operations taking into account the location of the underlying asset and the availability of suitable alternatives. The lease term in future periods is reassessed to ensure that the lease term reflects the current economic circumstances. After considering current and future economic conditions, the Company has concluded that no changes are required to lease period relating to the existing lease contract.

Expected credit loss (ECL) as per Ind AS 109 The measurement of expected credit loss allowance for financial assets measured at amortised cost requires use of complex models and significant assumptions about future economic conditions and credit behaviour (e.g. likelihood of customers defaulting and resulting losses). The Company makes significant judgements regarding the following while assessing expected credit loss:

• Determining criteria for significant increase in credit risk;

• Establishing the number and relative weightings of forwardlooking scenarios for each type of product/market and the associated ECL; and

• Establishing groups of similar financial assets for the purposes of measuring ECL.

Provisions - At each balance sheet date, based on the management judgment, changes in facts and legal aspects, the Company assesses the requirement of provisions against the outstanding contingent liabilities. However, the actual future outcome may be different from this judgement.

Significant estimates

Useful lives of depreciable/amortisable assets - Management reviews its estimate of useful lives, residual values and method of depreciation of depreciable/amortisable assets at each reporting date, based on the expected utility of the assets. Uncertainties in these estimates relate to technical and economic obsolescence that may change the utility of assets.

Defined benefit obligation (DBO) - Management’s estimate of the DBO is based on several underlying assumptions such as standard rates of inflation, mortality, discount rate and anticipation of future salary increases. Variation in these assumptions may significantly impact the DBO amount and the annual defined benefit expenses.

Fair value measurements - Management applies valuation techniques to determine the fair value of financial instruments (where active market quotes are not available). This involves developing estimates and assumptions consistent with how market participants would price the instrument.

2.1 Summary of significant accounting policies (i) Cash and cash equivalents

Cash and cash equivalents consist of cash, bank balances in current and short term highly liquid investments that are readily convertible to cash with original maturities of three months or less at the time of purchase.

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Mar 31, 2023

Reporting Entity

Almondz Global Securities Limited (‘the Company'') is a company domiciled in India, with its registered office situated at F-33/3, Phase II Okhla Industrial Area, New Delhi-110020. The Company was incorporated in India on June 28, 1994. The Company is involved in the business of providing professional advisory and consultancy services in the areas of equity and debt capital markets, private equity, infrastructure advisory, equity broking & wealth management, debt portfolio management services and distribution.

1. Basis of preparation(i) Statement of compliance with Indian Accounting Standards:

These Ind AS financial statements (“the Financial Statements”) have been prepared in accordance with the Indian Accounting Standards (‘Ind AS'') as notified by Ministry of Corporate Affairs (‘MCA'') under Section 133 of the Companies Act, 2013 (‘Act'') read with the Companies (Indian Accounting Standards) Rules, 2015, as amended and other relevant provisions of the Act. The Company has uniformly applied the accounting policies for all the periods presented in these financial statements.

The financial statements for the year ended March 31,2023 were authorised and approved for issue by the Board of Directors on May 26, 2023.

The significant accounting policies adopted for preparation and presentation of these financial statement are included in Note 2. These policies have been applied consistently applied to all the financial year presented in the financial statements except where newly issues accounting standard is initially adopted or revision to the existing accounting standard requires a change in the accounting policy hitherto in use.

The Balance Sheet, the Statement of Changes in Equity, the Statement of Profit and Loss and disclosures are presented in the format prescribed under Division III of Revised Schedule III of the companies Act, as amended from time to time that are required to comply with Ind AS. The Statement of Cash Flows has been presented as per the requirements of Ind AS 7 Statement of Cash Flow.

The financial statements have been prepared under the historical cost convention and accrual basis, except for certain financial assets and liabilities, defined benefit-plan liabilities and share-based payments being measured at fair value.

(ii) Financial and non-financial classification

All assets and liabilities have been classified and presented on the basis of liquidity as financial or non-financial as permitted by Division III of Schedule III to the Act.

(iii) Functional and presentation currency

These financial statements are presented in Indian Rupees (?), which is also the Company''s functional currency. All amounts have been rounded-off to the nearest lacs, unless otherwise indicated.

(iv) Basis of measurement

The financial statements have been prepared on the historical cost basis except for the following items:

items Measurement basis

Certain financial assets and Fair value/Amortised Cost liabilities

Net defined benefit (asset)/ Fair value of plan assets liability less present value of defined

benefit obligations

(v) Use of estimates and judgements

The preparation of the Company''s financial statements requires management to make judgements, estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of revenues, expenses, assets and liabilities, and the related disclosures. Actual results may differ from these estimates.

Significant management judgements

Recognition of deferred tax assets - The extent to which deferred tax assets can be recognised is based on an assessment of the probability of the future taxable income against which the deferred tax assets can be utilised.

business model assessment - The Company determines the business model at a level that reflects how groups of financial assets are managed together to achieve a business objective. This assessment includes judgement reflecting all relevant evidence including how the performance of the assets is evaluated and their performance measured, the risks that affect the performance of the assets and how these are managed and how the managers of the assets are compensated. The Company monitors financial assets measured at amortised cost that are derecognised prior to their maturity to understand the reason for their disposal and whether the reasons are consistent with the objective of the business for which the asset was held. Monitoring is part of the Company''s continuous assessment of whether the business model for which the remaining financial assets are held continues to be appropriate and if it is not appropriate whether there has been a change in business model and accordingly prospective change to the classification of those assets are made.

evaluation of indicators for impairment of assets - The

evaluation of applicability of indicators of impairment of assets requires assessment of several external and internal factors which could result in deterioration of recoverable amount of the assets.

Classification of leases - Ind AS 116 requires lessees to determine the lease term as the non-cancellable period of a lease adjusted with any option to extend or terminate the lease, if the use of such option is reasonably certain. The Company makes an assessment on the expected lease term on a lease-by-lease basis and thereby assesses whether it is reasonably certain that any options to extend or terminate the contract will be exercised. In evaluating the lease term, the Company considers factors such as any significant leasehold improvements undertaken over the lease term, costs relating to the termination of the lease and the importance of the underlying asset to the Company''s operations taking into account the location of the underlying asset and the availability of suitable alternatives. The lease term in future periods is reassessed to ensure that the lease term reflects the current economic circumstances. After considering current and future economic conditions, the Company has concluded that no changes are required to lease period relating to the existing lease contract.

Expected credit loss (ECL) as per Ind AS 109 The

measurement of expected credit loss allowance for financial assets measured at amortised cost requires use of complex models and significant assumptions about future economic conditions and credit behaviour (e.g. likelihood of customers defaulting and resulting losses). The Company makes significant judgements regarding the following while assessing expected credit loss:

• Determining criteria for significant increase in credit risk;

• Establishing the number and relative weightings of forward-looking scenarios for each type of product/ market and the associated ECL; and

• Establishing groups of similar financial assets for the purposes of measuring ECL.

Provisions - At each balance sheet date, based on the management judgment, changes in facts and legal aspects, the Company assesses the requirement of provisions against the outstanding contingent liabilities. However, the actual future outcome may be different from this judgement.

Significant estimates

Useful lives of depreciable/amortisable assets -

Management reviews its estimate of useful lives, residual values and method of depreciation of depreciable/amortisable assets at each reporting date, based on the expected utility of the assets. Uncertainties in these estimates relate to technical and economic obsolescence that may change the utility of assets.

Defined benefit obligation (DBO) - Management''s estimate of the DBO is based on several underlying assumptions such as standard rates of inflation, mortality, discount rate and anticipation of future salary increases. Variation in these assumptions may significantly impact the DBO amount and the annual defined benefit expenses.

Fair value measurements - Management applies valuation techniques to determine the fair value of financial instruments (where active market quotes are not available). This involves developing estimates and assumptions consistent with how market participants would price the instrument.

1.1 Summary of significant accounting policies(i) Cash and cash equivalents

Cash and cash equivalents consist of cash, bank balances in current and short term highly liquid investments that are readily convertible to cash with original maturities of three months or less at the time of purchase.

(ii) Provisions, contingent liabilities and contingent assets

Provisions are recognised only when there is a present obligation, as a result of past events, and when a reliable estimate of the amount of obligation can be made at the reporting date. These estimates are reviewed at each reporting date and adjusted to reflect the current best estimates. Provisions are discounted to their present values, where the time value of money is material.

Contingent liability is disclosed for:

• Possible obligations which will be confirmed only by future events not wholly within the control of the Company or

• Present obligations arising from past events where it is not probable that an outflow of resources will be required to settle the obligation or a reliable estimate of the amount of the obligation cannot be made.

Contingent assets are neither recognised nor disclosed except when realisation of income is virtually certain, related asset is disclosed.

(iii) Property, plant and equipmentRecognition and initial measurement

Property, plant and equipment are stated at their cost of acquisition. The cost comprises purchase price, borrowing cost if capitalisation criteria are met and directly attributable cost of bringing the asset to its working condition for the intended use. Any trade discount and rebates are deducted in arriving at the purchase price.

Subsequent costs are included in the asset''s carrying amount or recognised as a separate asset, as appropriate, only when it is probable that future economic benefits associated with the item will flow to the Company and the cost of the item can be measured reliably. All other repair and maintenance costs are recognised in statement of profit and loss.

Subsequent measurement (depreciation method, useful lives and residual value)

Property, plant and equipment are subsequently measured at cost less accumulated depreciation and impairment losses. Depreciation on property, plant and equipment is provided on the written-down method over the useful life of the assets as prescribed under Part ‘C'' of Schedule II of the Companies Act, 2013.

Asset class Useful life

Building 60 years

Plant and machinery 15 years

Office equipment 5 years

Computer equipment 3 years

Furniture and fixtures 10 years

Vehicles 8-10 years

Depreciation is calculated on pro rata basis from the date on which the asset is ready for use or till the date the asset is sold or disposed.

The residual values, useful lives and method of depreciation are reviewed at the end of each financial year.

De-recognition

An item of property, plant and equipment and any significant part initially recognised is de-recognised upon disposal or when no future economic benefits are expected from its use or disposal. Any gain or loss arising on de-recognition of the asset (calculated as the difference between the net disposal proceeds and the carrying amount of the asset) is recognised in the statement of profit and loss, when the asset is de-recognised.

Capital work-in-progress

Capital work-in-progress are carried at cost, comprising direct cost and related incidental expenses to acquire property, plant and equipment. Assets which are not ready for intended use are also shown under capital work-in-progress.

(iv) Intangible assets

Recognition and initial measurement

Intangible assets are stated at their cost of acquisition. The cost comprises purchase price including license fees paid, import duties and other taxes (other than those subsequently recoverable from taxation authorities), borrowing cost if capitalisation criteria are met and directly attributable cost of bringing the asset to its working condition for the intended use.

Subsequent measurement (amortisation method, useful lives and residual value)

Intangible assets are amortised over a period of 3 years from the date when the assets are available for use. The estimated useful life (amortisation period) of the intangible assets is arrived basis the expected pattern of consumption of economic benefits and is reviewed at the end of each financial year and the amortisation period is revised to reflect the changed pattern, if any.

investment Property

Property that is held to earn rentals and for capital appreciation. Investment property is measured initially at its cost, including related transaction costs and where applicable borrowing costs. Subsequent expenditure is capitalised to the asset''s carrying amount only when it is probable that future economic benefits associated with the expenditure will flow to the group and the cost of the item can be measured reliably. All other repairs and maintenance costs are expensed when incurred. When part of an investment property is replaced, the carrying amount of the replaced part is derecognized. Subsequent to initial recognition, investment properties are measured in accordance with Ind AS 16''s requirements for cost model.

(v) Revenue from Operations

The company recognizes revenue in accordance with INDAS-115, revenue is to be recognized upon transfer of control of

promised services to customers in an amount that reflects the consideration which the company expects to receive in exchange for those services.

Revenue from fixed price, fixed time frame contracts where the performance obligation are satisfied over time and when there is no uncertainty as to measurement or collectivity of consideration is recognized as per percentage of completion method.

However, only for the purpose of matching expense with revenue, in some cases we provide consultancy services for preparing Detailed Project Report (DPR) -

• on a continuous basis to the authority,

• the duration of such services to be provided under the contract is more than three months and

• the same is against periodic payment of consultancy fee

Hence income on such incomplete DPR projects is recognized on percentage of completion method as unbilled revenue.

Revenue includes the following:

i) Brokerage fee income

Revenue from contract with customer is recognized point in time when performance obligation is satisfied (when the trade is executed i.e., trade date). These include brokerage fees which is charged per transaction executed on behalf of the clients.

ii) Fees & Commission Income

This includes:

a) income from investment banking activities and other fees.

Income from investment banking activities and other fees is recognized as and when such services are completed / performed and as per terms of agreement with the client (i.e. when the performance obligation is completed).

b) Income from depository operations.

Income from depository operations is accounted when the performance obligation is completed.

c) Income from wealth management services

Commission (net of taxes and other statutory charges) income from distribution of financial products is recognized based on mobilization and intimation received from clients/ intermediaries or over the period of service after deducting claw back as per the agreed terms.

iii) Interest Income

Under Ind AS 109 interest income is recognized by applying the Effective Interest Rate (EIR) to the gross carrying amount of financial assets other than credit-impaired assets and financial assets classified as measured at FVTPL.

The EIR in case of a financial asset is computed

a. As the rate that exactly discounts estimated future cash receipts through the expected life of the financial asset to the gross carrying amount of a financial asset.

b. By considering all the contractual terms of the financial instrument in estimating the cash flows.

c. Including all fees received between parties to the contract that are an integral part of the effective interest rate, transaction costs, and all other premiums or discounts.

Any subsequent changes in the estimation of the future cash flows is recognized in the statement of profit and loss with the corresponding adjustment to the carrying amount of the assets.

Interest income on credit impaired assets is recognized by applying the effective interest rate to the net amortized cost (net of provision) of the financial asset.

iv) Dividend Income

Dividend income is recognized

a. When the right to receive the payment is established,

b. it is probable that the economic benefits associated with the dividend will flow to the Company and

c. the amount of the dividend can be measured reliably

v) Net gain on Fair value changes

Any differences between the fair values of financial assets (including investments, derivatives and stock in trade) classified as fair value through the profit or loss (“FVTPL”) (refer Note 34), held by the Company on the balance sheet date is recognized as an unrealized gain / loss. In cases there is a net gain in the aggregate, the same is recognized in “Net gains on fair value changes” under Revenue from operations and if there is a net loss the same is disclosed under “Expenses” in the statement of profit and loss.

Similarly, any realized gain or loss on sale of financial instruments measured at FVTPL is recognized in net gain / loss on fair value changes.

However, net gain / loss on de-recognition of financial instruments classified as amortized cost is presented separately under the respective head in the statement of profit and loss.

vi) Trading shares & Securities:

Revenue on account of trading in shares is recognised on the basis of each trade executed at the stock exchange during the financial year.

In respect of non-delivery based transactions such as derivatives and intraday, the profit and loss is accounted for at the completion of each settlement, however in case of an open settlement the net result of transactions which are squared up on FIFO basis is recognised as profit/loss in the account.

vii) Other Revenue

In respect of other heads of income, the Company follows the practice of recognising income on accrual basis.

(vi) Expenses

Expenses are recognised on accrual basis and provisions are made for all known losses and liabilities. Expenses incurred on behalf of other companies, in India, for sharing

personnel, common services and facilities like premises, telephones, etc. are allocated to them at cost and reduced from respective expenses.

Similarly, expenses allocation received from other companies is included within respective expense classifications.

(vii) Borrowing costs

Borrowing costs that are directly attributable to the acquisition and/or construction of a qualifying asset, till the time such qualifying assets become ready for its intended use, are capitalised. Borrowing cots consists of interest and other cost that the Company incurred in connection with the borrowing of funds. A qualifying asset is one that necessarily takes a substantial period of time to get ready for its intended use. All other borrowing costs are charged to the Statement of Profit and Loss as incurred basis the effective interest rate method.

(viii) Taxation

Tax expense recognised in Statement of Profit and Loss comprises the sum of deferred tax and current tax except to the extent it recognised in other comprehensive income or directly in equity.

Current tax comprises the tax payable or receivable on taxable income or loss for the year and any adjustment to the tax payable or receivable in respect of previous years. Current tax is computed in accordance with relevant tax regulations. The amount of current tax payable or receivable is the best estimate of the tax amount expected to be paid or received after considering uncertainty related to income taxes, if any. Current tax relating to items recognised outside profit or loss is recognised outside profit or loss (either in other comprehensive income or in equity).

Current tax assets and liabilities are offset only if there is a legally enforceable right to set off the recognised amounts, and it is intended to realise the asset and settle the liability on a net basis or simultaneously.

Minimum alternate tax (‘MAT'') credit entitlement is recognised as an asset only when and to the extent there is convincing evidence that normal income tax will be paid during the specified period. In the year in which MAT credit becomes eligible to be recognised as an asset, the said asset is created by way of a credit to the Statement of Profit and Loss and shown as MAT credit entitlement. This is reviewed at each balance sheet date and the carrying amount of MAT credit entitlement is written down to the extent it is not reasonably certain that normal income tax will be paid during the specified period.

Deferred tax is recognised in respect of temporary differences between carrying amount of assets and liabilities for financial reporting purposes and corresponding amount used for taxation purposes. Deferred tax assets are recognised on unused tax loss, unused tax credits and deductible temporary differences to the extent it is probable that the future taxable profits will be available against which they can be used. This is assessed based on the Company''s forecast of future operating results, adjusted for significant non-taxable income and expenses and specific limits on the use of any unused

tax loss. Unrecognised deferred tax assets are re-assessed at each reporting date and are recognised to the extent that it has become probable that future taxable profits will allow the deferred tax asset to be recovered.

Deferred tax assets and liabilities are measured at the tax rates that are expected to apply in the year when the asset is realised or the liability is settled, based on tax rates (and tax laws) that have been enacted or substantively enacted at the reporting date. The measurement of deferred tax reflects the tax consequences that would follow from the manner in which the Company expects, at the reporting date to recover or settle the carrying amount of its assets and liabilities. Deferred tax assets and liabilities are offset only if there is a legally enforceable right to set off the recognised amounts, and it is intended to realise the asset and settle the liability on a net basis or simultaneously. Deferred tax relating to items recognised outside statement of profit and loss is recognised outside statement of profit or loss (either in other comprehensive income or in equity).

(ix) Employee benefits

Short-term employee benefits

Short-term employee benefits including salaries, short term compensated absences (such as a paid annual leave) where the absences are expected to occur within twelve months after the end of the period in which the employees render the related service, profit sharing and bonuses payable within twelve months after the end of the period in which the employees render the related services and non-monetary benefits for current employees are estimated and measured on an undiscounted basis.

Post-employment benefit plans are classified into defined benefits plans and defined contribution plans as under:

Defined contribution plans

The Company has a defined contribution plans namely provident fund, pension fund and employees state insurance scheme. The contribution made by the Company in respect of these plans are charged to the Statement of Profit and Loss.

Defined benefit plans

The Company has an obligation towards gratuity, a defined benefit retirement plan covering eligible employees. Under the defined benefit plans, the amount that an employee will receive on retirement is defined by reference to the employee''s length of service and last drawn salary. The legal obligation for any benefits remains with the Company, even if plan assets for funding the defined benefit plan have been set aside. The liability recognised in the statement of financial position for defined benefit plans is the present value of the Defined Benefit Obligation (DBO) at the reporting date less the fair value of plan assets. Management estimates the DBO annually with the assistance of independent actuaries. Actuarial gains/losses resulting from re-measurements of the liability/asset are included in other comprehensive income.

Other long-term employee benefits

The Company also provides the benefit of compensated absences to its employees which are in the nature of long-term employee benefit plans. Liability in respect of compensated absences becoming due and expected to avail after one year from the Balance Sheet date is estimated in the basis of an actuarial valuation performed by an independent actuary using the projected unit credit method as on the reporting date. Actuarial gains and losses arising from experience and changes in actuarial assumptions are charged to Statement of Profit and Loss in the year in which such gains or losses are determined.

(x) Leases

Company as a lessee

The Company''s lease asset classes primarily consist of leases for land and buildings. The Company assesses whether a contract contains a lease, at inception of a contract. A contract is, or contains, a lease if the contract conveys the right to control the use of an identified asset for a period of time in exchange for consideration. To assess whether a contract conveys the right to control the use of an identified asset, the Company assesses whether:

(i) the contract involves the use of an identified asset

(ii) the Company has substantially all the economic benefits from use of the asset through the period of the lease and

(iii) the Company has the right to direct the use of the asset.

At the date of commencement of the lease, the Company recognises a right-of-use (ROU) asset and a corresponding lease liability for all lease arrangements in which it is a lessee, except for leases with a term of 12 months or less (short-term leases) and low value leases. For these short-term and low-value leases, the Company recognises the lease payments as an operating expense on a straight-line basis over the term of the lease.

Certain lease arrangements include the options to extend or terminate the lease before the end of the lease term. ROU assets and lease liabilities includes these options when it is reasonably certain that they will be exercised.

The ROU assets are initially recognised at cost, which comprises the initial amount of the lease liability adjusted for any lease payments made at or prior to the commencement date of the lease plus any initial direct costs less any lease incentives. They are subsequently measured at cost less accumulated depreciation and impairment losses.

ROU assets are depreciated from the commencement date on a straight-line basis over the shorter of the lease term and useful life of the underlying asset. ROU assets are evaluated for recoverability whenever events or changes in circumstances indicate that their carrying amounts may not be recoverable. For the purpose of impairment testing, the recoverable amount (i.e. the higher of the fair value less cost to sell and the value-in-use) is determined on an individual asset basis unless the asset does not generate cash flows

that are largely independent of those from other assets. In such cases, the recoverable amount is determined for the Cash Generating Unit (CGU) to which the asset belongs.

The lease liability is initially measured at amortised cost at the present value of the future lease payments. The lease payments are discounted using the interest rate implicit in the lease or, if not readily determinable, using the incremental borrowing rates in the country of domicile of these leases. Lease liabilities are remeasured with a corresponding adjustment to the related ROU asset if the Company changes its assessment of whether it will exercise an extension or a termination option.

Lease liability and ROU assets have been separately presented in the Balance Sheet

The Company as a lessor

Leases for which the Company is a lessor is classified as a finance or operating lease. Whenever the terms of the lease transfer substantially all the risks and rewards of ownership to the lessee, the contract is classified as a finance lease. All other leases are classified as operating leases.

When the Company is an intermediate lessor, it accounts for its interests in the head lease and the sublease separately. The sublease is classified as a finance or operating lease by reference to the ROU asset arising from the head lease.

For operating leases, rental income is recognised on a straight-line basis over the term of the relevant lease.

(xi) Earnings per share

Basic earnings per share is calculated by dividing the net profit or loss for the period attributable to equity shareholders (after deducting attributable taxes) by the weighted average number of equity shares outstanding during the period. The weighted average number of equity shares outstanding during the period is adjusted for events including a bonus issue.

For the purpose of calculating diluted earnings per share, the net profit or loss (interest and other finance cost associated) for the period attributable to equity shareholders and the weighted average number of shares outstanding during the period are adjusted for the effects of all dilutive potential equity shares.

(xii) Foreign currency Transactions and balances

Foreign currency transactions are translated into the functional currency, by applying the exchange rates on the foreign currency amounts at the date of the transaction. Foreign currency monetary items outstanding at the balance sheet date are converted to functional currency using the closing rate. Non-monetary items denominated in a foreign currency which are carried at historical cost are reported using the exchange rate at the date of the transaction.

Exchange differences arising on monetary items on settlement, or restatement as at reporting date, at rates different from those at which they were initially recorded, are recognised in the Statement of Profit and Loss in the year in which they arise.

Transition to ind AS

The Company has elected to exercise the option for accounting for exchange differences arising from translation of long-term foreign currency monetary items recognised in the financial statements for the period ending immediately before the beginning of the first Ind AS financial reporting period as per the previous GAAP.

(xiii) Impairment of assets

a) Impairment of non-financial assets

The company assesses, at each reporting date, whether there is an indication that an asset may be impaired. If any indication exists, or when annual impairment testing for an asset required, the company estimates the assets recoverable amount. An asset''s recoverable is the higher of an asset''s fair value less costs of disposal and its value in use. Recoverable amount is determined for an individual asset, unless the asset does not generate cash inflows that are largely independent of those from other assets.

If such assets are considered to be impaired, the impairment to be recognized in the statement of Profit and loss is measured by the amount by which the carrying amount value of the assets exceeds the estimated recoverable amount of the asset. An impairment loss is reversed in the statement of profit and loss if there has been a change in the estimates used to determine the recoverable amount. The carrying amount of the asset is increased to its revised recoverable amount, provided that this amount does not exceed the carrying amount that would have been determined (net of any accumulated amortization or depreciation) has no impairment loss been recognized for the asset in prior years.

b) Impairment of financial assets

The company recognizes loss allowances using the expected credit loss (ECL) model for the financial assets which are not fair valued through profit and loss. Loss allowance for trade receivables with no significant financing component is measured at an amount equal to lifetime ECL. The company applies a simplified approach in calculating Expected Credit Losses (ECLs) on trade receivables. Therefore, the company does not track changes in credit risk, but instead recognize a loss allowance based on lifetime ECLs at each reporting date. The company established a provision matrix that is based on its historical credit loss experience, adjusted for forward looking factors specific to the debtors and the economic environment.

For all other financial assets, expected credit loss are measured at an amount equal to the 12 month ECL, unless there has been a significant increase in credit risk from initial recognition in which case those are measured at lifetime ECL. The amount of expected credit losses (or reversal) that is required to adjust the loss allowance at the reporting date to the amount that is required to be recognized is recognized as an impairment gain or loss in the statement of profit and loss.

(xiv) Financial instruments

A Financial instrument is any contract that gives rise to a financial asset of one entity and a financial liability or equity instrument of another entity.

initial recognition and measurement

Financial assets and financial liabilities are recognised when the Company becomes a party to the contractual provisions of the financial instrument and are measured initially at fair value adjusted for transaction costs. Subsequent measurement of financial assets and financial liabilities is described below.

Non-derivative financial assets Subsequent measurement

i. Financial assets carried at amortised cost - a financial asset is measured at the amortised cost if both the following conditions are met:

• The asset is held within a business model whose objective is to hold assets for collecting contractual cash flows, and

• Contractual terms of the asset give rise on specified dates to cash flows that are solely payments of principal and interest (SPPI) on the principal amount outstanding.

After initial measurement, such financial assets are subsequently measured at amortised cost using the effective interest rate (EIR) method. Amortised cost is calculated by considering any discount or premium on acquisition and fees or costs that are an integral part of the EIR. The EIR amortisation is included in interest income in the Statement of Profit and Loss.

ii. investments in equity instruments - Investments in equity instruments which are held for trading are classified as at fair value through profit or loss (FVTPL). For all other equity instruments, the Company makes an irrevocable choice upon initial recognition, on an instrument by instrument basis, to classify the same either as at fair value through other comprehensive income (FVOCI) or fair value through profit or loss (FVTPL). Amounts presented in other comprehensive income are not subsequently transferred to profit or loss. However, the Company transfers the cumulative gain or loss within equity. Dividends on such investments are recognised in profit or loss unless the dividend clearly represents a recovery of part of the cost of the investment.

De-recognition of financial assets

Financial assets (or where applicable, a part of financial asset or part of a group of similar financial assets) are derecognised (i.e. removed from the Company''s balance sheet) when the contractual rights to receive the cash flows from the financial asset have expired, or when the financial asset and substantially all the risks and rewards are transferred. Further, if the Company has not retained control, it shall also de-recognise the financial asset and recognise separately as assets or liabilities any rights and obligations created or retained in the transfer.

De-recognition of financial liabilities

A financial liability is de-recognised when the obligation under the liability is discharged or cancelled or expired. When an existing financial liability is replaced by another from the same lender on substantially different terms, or the terms

of an existing liability are substantially modified, such an exchange or modification is treated as the de-recognition of the original liability and the recognition of a new liability. The difference in the respective carrying amounts is recognised in the Statement of Profit and Loss.

First loss default guarantee

First loss default guarantee contracts are contracts that require the Company to make specified payments to reimburse the bank and financial institution for a loss it incurs because a specified debtor fails to make payments when due, in accordance with the terms of an agreement. Such financial guarantees are given to banks and financial institutions, for whom the Company acts as ‘Business Correspondent''.

These contracts are initially measured at fair value and subsequently measure at higher of:

• The amount of loss allowance (calculated as described in policy for impairment of financial assets)

• Maximum amount payable as on the reporting date to the respective bank/financial institution which is based on the amount of loans overdue for more than 75-90 days in respect to agreements with banks and financial institutions.

Further, the maximum liability is restricted to the cash outflow agreed in the agreement.

Offsetting of financial instruments

Financial assets and financial liabilities are offset and the net amount is reported in the balance sheet if there is a currently enforceable legal right to offset the recognised amounts and there is an intention to settle on a net basis, to realise the assets and settle the liabilities simultaneously.

(xv) Operating segments

An operating segment is a component of the Company that engages in business activities from which it may earn revenues and incur expenses (including revenues and expenses relating to transactions with other components of the Company), whose operating results are regularly reviewed by the Company''s management to make decisions about resources to be allocated to the segment and assess its performance, and for which discrete financial information is available. Operating segments of the Company are reported in a manner consistent with the internal reporting provided to the company''s management.

(xvi) Share Based payment

The Employees Stock Option Scheme (“the Scheme”) provides for grant of equity shares of the Company to whole-time directors and employees of the Company. The fair value of options granted under Employee Stock Option Plan is recognised as an employee benefits expense with a corresponding increase in other equity. The total amount to be expensed is determined by reference to the fair value of the options. The total expense is recognised over the vesting period, which is the period over which all of the specified vesting conditions are to be satisfied. At the end of each period, the entity revises its estimates of the number of options that are expected to vest based on the non-market

vesting and service conditions. It recognises the impact of the revision to original estimates, if any, in Statement of Profit and Loss, with a corresponding adjustment to equity.

(xvii) Stock-in-trade

A financial instrument is classified as held for trading if it is acquired or incurred principally for selling or repurchasing in the near term, or forms part of a portfolio of financial instruments that are managed together and for which there is evidence of short-term profit taking, or it is a derivative not designated in a qualifying hedge relationship. Trading derivatives and trading securities are classified as held for trading and recognized at fair value.

(xviii) Equity investment in subsidiaries

Investments representing equity interest in subsidiaries are accounted for at cost in accordance with Ind AS 27 Separate Financial Statements.

(xix) Government grants

Grants and subsidies from the government are recognised when there is reasonable assurance that:

(i) the Company will comply with the conditions attached to them, and

(ii) the grant/subsidy will be received.

Grant or subsidy relates to revenue, it is recognised as income on a systematic basis in profit or loss over the periods necessary to match them with the related costs, which they are intended to compensate.

2.2 Recent Pronouncements

Ministry of Corporate Affairs (“MCA”) notifies new standard or amendments to the existing standards under Companies (Indian Accounting Standards) Rules as issued from time to time. On March 31, 2023, MCA amended the Companies (Indian Accounting Standards) Rules, 2015 by issuing the

Companies (Indian Accounting Standards) Amendment Rules, 2023, applicable from April 1, 2023, as below:

ind AS 1 - Presentation of Financial Statements

The amendments require companies to disclose their material accounting policies rather than their significant accounting policies. Accounting policy information, together with other information, is material when it can reasonably be expected to influence decisions of primary users of general-purpose financial statements. The Group does not expect this amendment to have any significant impact in its financial statements.

ind AS 12 - income Taxes

The amendments clarify how companies account for deferred tax on transactions such as leases and decommissioning obligations. The amendments narrowed the scope of the recognition exemption in paragraphs 15 and 24 of Ind AS 12 (recognition exemption) so that it no longer applies to transactions that, on initial recognition, give rise to equal taxable and deductible temporary differences. The Group is evaluating the impact, if any, in its financial statements.

ind AS 8 - Accounting Policies, Changes in Accounting Estimates and Errors

The amendments will help entities to distinguish between accounting policies and accounting estimates. The definition of a change in accounting estimates has been replaced with a definition of accounting estimates. Under the new definition, accounting estimates are “monetary amounts in financial statements that are subject to measurement uncertainty”. Entities develop accounting estimates if accounting policies require items in financial statements to be measured in a way that involves measurement uncertainty. The Group does not expect this amendment there is no impact on its financial statements.

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Mar 31, 2018

1. Significant accounting policies

(i) Corporate Information

The Company was incorporated on 28^th June 1994 and got listed with BSE/NSE. The area of services include Equity Capital Market, Debt Capital Market, Private Equity and M&A, Infrastructure Advisory, Equity Broking & Wealth Management, Debt Portfolio Management Services and Distribution

(ii) Basis of preparation

The financial statements are prepared under the historical cost convention, in accordance with the Indian Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), to comply with the accounting standards specified u/s 133 of the Companies Act, 2013 read with Rule 7 of the Companies (Accounts) Rules, 2014, relevant pronouncements of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) and the provisions of the Companies Act, 2013. Accounting policies have been consistently applied except where a newly issued accounting standard is initially adopted or a revision to an existing accounting standard requires a change in the accounting policy either to in use.

All assets and liabilities have been classified as current or non-current as per the Company’s normal operating cycle and other criteria set out in schedule III of the Companies Act, 2013. Previous year’s figures have been regrouped/ reclassified wherever considered necessary. Based on the nature of services and the time between the acquisition of assets for processing and their realization in cash and cash equivalents, the Company has ascertained its operating cycle as twelve months for the purpose of current/ non-current classification of its assets and liabilities.

(iii) Use of estimates

The preparation of financial statements in conformity with GAAP requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities, disclosure of contingent liabilities at the date of the financial statements and the reported amounts of revenues and expenses during the reporting period. Where, actual results could differ from these estimates, the differences between actual results and estimates are recognised in the periods in which the results are known / materialized.

(iv) Current/Non-current classification

All assets and liabilities are classified as current and noncurrent.

i) Assets

An asset is classified as current when it satisfies any of the following criteria:

a. It is expected to be realized in, or is intended for sale or consumption in, the Company’s normal operating cycle;

b. It is held primarily for the purpose of being traded;

c. It is expected to be realized within 12 months after the reporting date; or

d. It is cash or cash equivalent unless it is restricted from being exchanged or used to settle a liability for at least 12 months after the reporting date. Current assets include the current portion of non-current financial assets. All other assets are classified as non-current.

ii) Liabilities

A liability is classified as current when it satisfies any of the following criteria.

a. It is expected to be settled in the Company’s normal operating cycle;

b. It is held primarily for the purpose of being traded;

c. It is due to be settled within 12 months after the reporting date; or

d. The Company does not have an unconditional right to defer settlement of the liability for at least 12 months after the reporting date.

Current liabilities includes current portion of noncurrent financial liabilities. All other liabilities are classified as non-current.

(v) Revenue recognition

Revenue is recognized to the extent it is possible that economic benefits will flow to the Company and revenue can be reliably measured.

(a) Advisory and consultancy services: Fee is booked on the completion of task/project as per the terms of agreement. However, where the percentage of completion is significant enough to ascertain the outcome reliably, revenue is recognised to the extent it can be accurately measured.

(b) Wealth / Broking activities: Income from broking on distribution operations is recognised on the closure of the issue of mutual funds, bonds, fixed deposits and other money market instruments. Income from stock broking operations is accrued on completion of transaction at the stock exchanges for commission from broking operations.

(c) In the case of trading in bonds, the profit/ loss from the transaction is recognised on the closure of the deal and consequent delivery of the bond.

(d) Revenue on account of trading in shares is recognized on the basis of each trade executed at the stock exchange during the financial year.

(e) In respect of non delivery based transactions such as derivatives and intra day, the profit and loss is accounted for at the completion of each settlement, however in case of an open settlement the net result of transactions which are squared up on FIFO basis is recognized as profit/loss in the account.

(f) Depository charges is accounted for on accrual basis.

(g) Dividend income is recognised when the right to receive the income is established.

(h) In case of fixed income securities/deposits/loan, interest is recognised on a time proportionate basis.

(i) In respect of other heads of income, the Company follows the practice of recognising income on accrual basis.

(j) Brokerage and other revenue from operations are net of service tax / GST wherever applicable.

(vi) Borrowing Cost

Interest on borrowings is recognized on a time proportion basis taking into account the amount outstanding and the rate applicable on the borrowings.

Borrowing cost that are attributable to the acquisition or construction of qualifying assets are capitalized as part of the cost of such assets. A qualifying asset is one that necessarily takes substantial period of time to get ready for intended use. All other borrowing costs are charged to the statement of profit & loss.

(vii) Expenditure

Expenses are recognised on accrual basis and provisions are made for all known losses and liabilities. Expenses incurred on behalf of other companies for sharing personnel, common services and facilities like premises, telephones etc, are allocated to them at cost and reduced from respective expenses.

Similarly, expense allocation received from other companies is included within respective expense classifications.

(viii) Employee benefits

The Company’s obligations towards various employee benefits have been recognized as follows:

(a) Short term benefits

All employee benefits payable/available within twelve months of rendering the service are classified as shortterm employee benefits. Benefits such as salaries, wages and bonus etc., are recognized in the Statement of Profit and Loss in the period in which the employee renders the related service.

(b) (Defned contribution plan)

Retirement / employee benefits in the form of Provident Fund, Employee State Insurance and Labour Welfare are considered as defined contribution plan and contributions to the respective funds administered by the Government are charged to the Statement of Profit and Loss of the year when the contribution to the respective funds are due.

(c) Gratuity (Defned benefit plan)

Gratuity is defined benefit plan. The present value of obligations under such defined benefit plan is determined based on actuarial valuation carried out by an independent actuary using the Projected Unit Credit Method, which recognizes each period of service as giving rise to additional unit of employee benefit entitlement and measure each unit separately to build up the final obligation.

The obligation is measured at the present value of estimated future cash flows. The discount rates used for determining the present value of obligation under defined benefit plans, is based on the market yields on Government securities as at the balance sheet date, having maturity periods approximating to the terms of related obligations. Actuarial gains and losses are recognized immediately in the Statement of Profit and Loss.

The Company makes contribution to an insurer managed funds for discharging its gratuity liability.

(d) Compensated absences (Other long-term benefits) The Company provides for leave encashment based on actuarial valuation using projected unit credit method in respect of past service. In respect of compensated absences arising during the tenure of service, lying to the credit of employee as on the last day of financial year, subject to the maximum period of leave allowable as per HR policy of the company. The defined benefit obligation is calculated taking into account the pattern of an ailment of leave. In respect of encashment of leave, the defined benefit is calculated taking into account all types of decrements and qualifying salary projected up to the assumed date of encashment. The valuation of leave encashment benefit is done as at the balance sheet date by an independent actuary. Actuarial gains and losses are recognized immediately in the Statement of Profit and Loss. However, company does not en-cash compensated absences.

(ix) Fixed assets

i) Tangible assets

Tangible assets are stated at the cost of acquisition or construction, less accumulated depreciation and impairment losses. Cost comprises the purchase price and any attributable costs of bringing the assets to their working condition for intended use. Borrowing costs directly attributable to acquisition or construction of fixed assets, which necessarily take a substantial period of time to be ready for their intended use are capitalised as part of the cost of such assets to the extent they relate to the period till such assets are ready to be put to use.

Depreciation on tangible assets

(a) Leasehold improvements are depreciated over the lease period as stated in the lease agreement or over the estimated useful life of the assets, whichever is shorter.

(b) Depreciation is provided based on useful life of assets on Straight Line Method (SLM). The useful life of assets is taken as prescribed in Schedule II to the Companies Act, 2013.

ii) Intangible assets and its amortisation

Intangible assets are recorded at cost and are amortised over the period the Company expects to derive economic benefits from their use.

Softwares are stated at cost of acquisition and are amortized on straight line basis.

iii) Advances paid towards acquisition of fixed assets and cost of assets not ready for use before the year end are disclosed as capital work in progress.

(x) Impairment

The carrying amounts of assets are reviewed at each balance sheet date to determine whether there is any indication of impairment. If any such indication exists, the recoverable amount of the asset is estimated. For assets that are not yet available for use, the recoverable is estimated at each balance sheet date. An impairment loss is recognised whenever the carrying amount of an asset or cash generating unit exceeds its recoverable amount. Impairment losses are recognised in the Statement of Profit and Loss. An impairment loss is reversed if there has been a change in the estimates used to determine the recoverable amount. An impairment loss is reversed only to the extent that the asset’s carrying amount does not exceed the carrying amount that would have been determined net of depreciation or amortisation, if no impairment loss had been recognised.

(xi) Stock- in- Trade

Securities acquired with the intention to trade are classified as Stock -in- trade. Stock-in-Trade of Securities is valued at lower of the cost or fair value. Cost is determined on First-in-First-Out (FIFO) basis.

(xii) Investments

Investments are classified into long-term investments and current investments based on intent of the management at the time of making the investment. Investment intended to be held for more than one year from the date such investments are made are classified as long-term investments. All long-term investments are classified as noncurrent investments in the Balance Sheet. The portions of long-term investments which are expected to be realised within twelve months from the Balance Sheet date are classified as current investments. Current investments are valued at lower of cost and market value, computed category-wise e.g. quoted shares, unquoted shares, government securities and non government securities/bonds. The diminution in current investments is charged to the Statement of Profit and Loss and appreciation, if any, is recognised at the time of sale. Long-term investments, including investments in subsidiaries, are valued at cost unless there is diminution, other than temporary, in their value. Diminution is considered other than temporary based on criteria that include the extent to which cost exceeds the market value, the duration of the market value decline and the financial health of and specific prospects of the issuer.

i) The Cost is arrived at average method and is inclusive of brokerage, transfer expenses and demat charges, if any. The fair value is arrived at with reference to the market value, if available, quotation in any stock exchange or any other available information to indicate a transaction between unrelated willing buyer and willing seller at arms length price. Profit or Loss on sale of investment is determined on the basis of the weighted average cost method. On disposal of and Investment, the difference between its carrying amount and net disposal proceeds is charged or credited to the Statement of Profit and Loss.

ii) In case of unquoted investments, the fair value is arrived on the basis of breakup value as per latest available audited balance sheet of the investee company.

iii) Interest accrued and/or broken period interest paid on unsold securities is recognized as “Interest Accrued on Investment” under Other Current Assets.

(xiii) Foreign currency transactions

Transactions in foreign currency are recorded at the exchange rates prevailing on the date of the transaction. Exchange differences arising on settlement of foreign currency transactions are recognised in the Statement of Profit and Loss. Monetary assets and liabilities denominated in foreign currency are translated at year-end rates and resultant gains/losses on foreign exchange translations other than in relation to acquisition of fixed assets and long term foreign currency monetary liabilities are recognised in the Statement of Profit and Loss.

(xiv) Current and deferred tax

Income-tax expense comprises current tax and deferred tax. Current tax expense is the amount of tax for the period determined in accordance with the income-tax law and deferred tax charge or credit reflects the tax effects of timing differences between accounting income and taxable income for the period. The deferred tax charge or credit and the corresponding deferred tax liabilities or assets are recognised using the tax rates that have been enacted or substantively enacted by the balance sheet date. Deferred tax assets are recognised only to the extent there is reasonable certainty that the assets can be realised in future; however, where there is unabsorbed depreciation or carried forward loss under taxation laws, deferred tax assets are recognised only if there is a virtual certainty of realisation of such assets. Deferred tax assets are reviewed at each balance sheet date and written down or written-up to reflect the amount that is reasonably/virtually certain (as the case may be) to be realised.

(xv) Provisions, contingent liabilities and contingent assets

A provision is created when there is a 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. The Company does not recognise assets which are of contingent nature until there is virtual certainty of realisability of such assets. However, if it has become virtually certain that an inflow of economic benefits will arise, asset and related income is recognised in the financial statements of the period in which the change occurs.

(xvi) Earnings per share

Earnings per share is calculated by dividing the net profit of loss for the year (including prior period item, if any) attributable to equity shareholders by the weighted average number of equity shares outstanding during the year. Basic earnings per share is computed using the weighted average number of equity shares outstanding during the year. Diluted earnings per share is computed using the weighted average number of equity and dilutive potential shares outstanding during the year, except where the results would be anti-dilutive.

(xvii) Operating leases

Lease payments under operating lease are recognised as an expense on a straight line basis over the lease term.

xviii) Employee Stock Option Scheme (“ESOS”)

The Employees Stock Option Scheme (“the Scheme”) provides for grant of equity shares of the Company to wholetime directors and employees of the Company. The Scheme provides that employees are granted an option to subscribe to equity shares of the Company that vests in a graded manner. The options may be exercised within a specified period. The Company follows the intrinsic value method to account for its stock-based employee compensation plans. Compensation cost is measured as the excess, if any, of the fair market price of the underlying stock over the exercise price on the grant date. The fair market price is the closing price of the equity shares of the Company on the stock exchange/s on which the shares of the Company are listed, immediately prior to the date of the meeting of Compensation Committee of Board of Directors of the Company in which the options are granted. If the shares are listed on more than one stock exchange, then the stock exchange where there is highest trading volume on the said date is considered.

(xix) Cash and Cash Equivalents

In the cash flow statement, cash and cash equivalents include cash in hand, demand deposits with banks, other short-term highly liquid investments with original maturities of three months or less.

(xx) Assets on Operating Leases

Lease payments under operating leases are recognized as expenses on accrual basis in accordance with the respective agreements.

(xxi) Segment reporting

- Segments are identified by the management, keeping in view the dominant source and nature of risks and returns and the internal organization and management structure.

- Revenue and expenses have been identified to a segment on the basis of relationship to the operating activities of the segment.

- Revenue and expenses, which relate to the company as a whole and are not allocable to a segment on reasonable basis, have been disclosed as ‘unallocable’.

- Segment assets and liabilities represent assets and liabilities in respective segments. Tax related assets, and other assets and liabilities that are not reported or cannot be allocated to a segment on a reasonable basis, have been disclosed as ‘unallocable’

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Mar 31, 2016

1. Significant accounting policies

(i) Basis of preparation

The financial statements are prepared under the historical cost convention, in accordance with the Indian Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), to comply with the accounting standards specified u/s 133 of the Companies Act, 2013 read with Rule 7 of the Companies (Accounts) Rules, 2014, relevant pronouncements of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) and the provisions of the Companies Act, 2013. Accounting policies have been consistently applied except where a newly issued accounting standard is initially adopted or a revision to an existing accounting standard requires a change in the accounting policy either to in use.

All assets and liabilities have been classified as current or non-current as per the Company''s normal operating cycle and other criteria set out in schedule III of the Companies Act, 2013. Previous year''s figures have been regrouped/ reclassified wherever considered necessary. Based on the nature of services and the time between the acquisition of assets for processing and their realization in cash and cash equivalents, the Company has ascertained its operating cycle as twelve months for the purpose of current/non-current classification of its assets and liabilities.

(ii) Use of estimates

The preparation of financial statements in conformity with GAAP requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities, disclosure of contingent liabilities at the date of the financial statements and the reported amounts of revenues and expenses during the reporting period. Actual results could differ from these estimates. Adjustments as a result of differences between actual and estimates are made prospectively.

(iii) Current/Non-current classification

All assets and liabilities are classified as current and non-current.

i) Assets

An asset is classified as current when it satisfies any of the following criteria :

a. It is expected to be realized in, or is intended for sale or consumption in, the Company''s normal operating cycle;

b. It is held primarily for the purpose of being traded;

c. It is expected to be realized within 12 months after the reporting date; or

d. It is cash or cash equivalent unless it is restricted from being exchanged or used to settle a liability for at least 12 months after the reporting date.

Current assets include the current portion of noncurrent financial assets. All other assets are classified as non-current.

ii) Liabilities

A liability is classified as current when it satisfied any of the following criteria :

a. It is expected to be settled in the Company''s normal operating cycle;

b. It is held primarily for the purpose of being traded;

c. It is due to be settled within 12 months after the reporting date; or

d. The Company does not have an unconditional right to defer settlement of the liability for at least 12 months after the reporting date.

Current liabilities includes current portion of noncurrent financial liabilities. All other liabilities are classified as non-current.

(iv) Revenue recognition

(a) Advisory and consultancy services : Fee is booked on the completion of task / project as per the terms of agreement. However, where the percentage of completion is significant enough to ascertain the outcome reliably, revenue is recognized to the extent it can be accurately measured.

(b) Broking activities : Income from broking on distribution operations is recognized on the closure of the issue of mutual funds, bonds, fixed deposits and other money market instruments. Income from stock broking operations is accrued on completion of transaction at the stock exchanges for commission from broking operations.

(c) In the case of trading in bonds, the profit / loss from the transaction is recognized on the closure of the deal and consequent delivery of the bond.

(d) Revenue on account of trading in shares is recognized on the basis of each trade executed at the stock exchange during the financial year.

(e) In respect of non delivery based transactions such as derivatives, the profit and loss is accounted for at the completion of each settlement, however in case of an open settlement the net result of transactions which are squared up on FIFO basis is recognized as profit/loss in the account.

(f) Depository income is accounted for on accrual basis.

(g) Dividend income is recognized when the right to receive the income is established.

(h) In case of fixed income securities/deposits/loan, interest is recognized on a time proportionate basis.

(i) In respect of other heads of income, the Company follows the practice of recognizing income on accrual basis.

(v) Interest expense

Interest on borrowings is recognized on a time proportion basis taking into account the amount outstanding and the rate applicable on the borrowings.

(vi) Expenditure

Expenses are recognized on accrual basis and provisions are made for all known losses and liabilities. Expenses incurred on behalf of other companies for sharing personnel, common services and facilities like premises, telephones etc, are allocated to them at cost and reduced from respective expenses.

Similarly, expense allocation received from other companies is included within respective expense classifications.

(vii) Employee benefits

The Company''s obligations towards various employee benefits have been recognized as follows :

(a) Short term benefits

All employee benefits payable/available within twelve months of rendering the service are classified as short-term employee benefits. Benefits such as salaries, wages and bonus etc., are recognized in the Statement of Profit and Loss in the period in which the employee renders the related service.

(b) Provident fund (Defined contribution plan) Provident fund is a defined contribution plan. The contributions towards provident fund which are being deposited with the Regional Provident Fund Commissioner are charged to the Statement of Profit and Loss.

(c) Gratuity (Defined benefit plan)

Gratuity is defined benefit plan. The present value of obligations under such defined benefit plan is determined based on actuarial valuation carried out by an independent actuary using the Projected Unit Credit Method, which recognizes each period of service as giving rise to additional unit of employee benefit entitlement and measure each unit separately to build up the final obligation.

The obligation is measured at the present value of estimated future cash flows. The discount rates used for determining the present value of obligation under defined benefit plans, is based on the market yields on Government securities as at the balance sheet date, having maturity periods approximating to the terms of related obligations. Actuarial gains and losses are recognized immediately in the Statement of Profit and Loss.

The Company makes contribution to an insurer managed funds for discharging its gratuity liability.

(d) Compensated absences (Other long-term benefits) The Company provides for leave encashment based on actuarial valuation using projected unit credit method in respect of past service. In respect of compensated absences arising during the tenure of service, the defined benefit obligation is calculated taking into account the pattern of an ailment of leave. In respect of encashment of leave, the defined benefit is calculated taking into account all types of decrements and qualifying salary projected up to the assumed date of encashment. The valuation of leave encashment benefit is done as at the balance sheet date by an independent actuary. Actuarial gains and losses are recognized immediately in the Statement of Profit and Loss.

(viii) Fixed assets

i) Tangible assets

Tangible assets are stated at the cost of acquisition or construction, less accumulated depreciation and impairment losses. Cost comprises the purchase price and any attributable costs of bringing the assets to their working condition for intended use. Borrowing costs directly attributable to acquisition or construction of fixed assets, which necessarily take a substantial period of time to be ready for their intended use are capitalized as part of the cost of such assets to the extent they relate to the period till such assets are ready to be put to use.

Depreciation on tangible assets

(a) Leasehold improvements are depreciated over the lease period as stated in the lease agreement or over the estimated useful life of the assets, whichever is shorter.

(b) Depreciation is provided based on useful life of assets on Straight Line Method (SLM). The useful life of assets is taken as prescribed in Schedule II to the Companies Act, 2013.

ii) Intangible assets and its amortization

Intangible assets are recorded at cost and are amortized over the period the Company expects to derive economic benefits from their use.

iii) Advances paid towards acquisition of fixed assets and cost of assets not ready for use before the year end, are disclosed as capital work in progress.

(ix) Impairment

The carrying amounts of assets are reviewed at each balance sheet date to determine whether there is any indication of impairment. If any such indication exists, the recoverable amount of the asset is estimated. For assets that are not yet available for use, the recoverable is estimated at each balance sheet date. An impairment loss is recognized whenever the carrying amount of an asset or cash generating unit exceeds its recoverable amount. Impairment losses are recognized in the Statement of Profit and Loss. An impairment loss is reversed if there has been a change in the estimates used to determine the recoverable amount. An impairment loss is reversed only to the extent that the asset''s carrying amount does not exceed the carrying amount that would have been determined net of depreciation or amortization, if no impairment loss had been recognized .

(x) Investments

Investments are classified into long-term investments and current investments based on intent of the management at the time of making the investment. Investment intended to be held for more than one year from the date such investments are made are classified as long-term investments. All long-term investments are classified as non-current investments in the Balance Sheet. The portions of long-term investments which are expected to be realized within twelve months from the Balance Sheet date are classified as current investments. Current investments are valued at lower of cost and market value, computed category-wise

e.g. quoted shares, unquoted shares, government securities and non government securities / bonds. The diminution in current investments is charged to the Statement of Profit and Loss and appreciation, if any, is recognized at the time of sale. Long-term investments, including investments in subsidiaries, are valued at cost unless there is diminution, other than temporary, in their value. Diminution is considered other than temporary based on criteria that include the extent to which cost exceeds the market value, the duration of the market value decline and the financial health of and specific prospects of the issuer.

Investments, which are held as stock in trade as part of the business operations are valued in the same manner as are relatable to Current Investments.

i) The Cost is arrived at FIFO method and is inclusive of brokerage, transfer expenses and demat charges, if any. The fair value is arrived at with reference to the market value, if available, quotation in any stock exchange or any other available information to indicate a transaction between unrelated willing buyer and willing seller at arm’s length price.

ii) In case of unquoted investments, the fair value is arrived on the basis of breakup value as per latest available audited balance sheet of the investee company.

iii) Interest accrued and/or broken period interest paid on unsold securities is recognized as “Interest Accrued on Investment” under Other Current Assets.

(xi) Foreign currency transactions

Transactions in foreign currency are recorded at the exchange rates prevailing on the date of the transaction. Exchange differences arising on settlement of foreign currency transactions are recognized in the Statement of Profit and Loss. Monetary assets and liabilities denominated in foreign currency are translated at year-end rates and resultant gains/losses on foreign exchange translations other than in relation to acquisition of fixed assets and long term foreign currency monetary liabilities are recognized in the Statement of Profit and Loss.

(xii) Current and deferred tax

Income-tax expense comprises current tax and deferred tax. Current tax expense is the amount of tax for the period determined in accordance with the income-tax law and deferred tax charge or credit reflects the tax effects of timing differences between accounting income and taxable income for the period. The deferred tax charge or credit and the corresponding deferred tax liabilities or 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 assets 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 such assets. Deferred tax assets are reviewed at each balance sheet date and written down or written-up to reflect the amount that is reasonably/virtually certain (as the case may be) to be realized.

(xiii) Provisions, contingent liabilities and contingent assets

A provision is created when there is a 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.

The Company does not recognize assets which are of contingent nature until there is virtual certainty of reliability of such assets. However, if it has become virtually certain that an inflow of economic benefits will arise, asset and related income is recognized in the financial statements of the period in which the change occurs.

(xiv)Earnings per share

Basic earnings per share is computed using the weighted average number of equity shares outstanding during the year. Diluted earnings per share is computed using the weighted average number of equity and dilutive potential shares outstanding during the year, except where the results would be anti-dilutive.

(xv) Operating leases

Lease payments under operating lease are recognized as an expense on a straight line basis over the lease term.

(xvi)Employee Stock Option Scheme (“ESOS”)

The Employees Stock Option Scheme (“the Scheme”) provides for grant of equity shares of the Company to whole-time directors and employees of the Company. The Scheme provides that employees are granted an option to subscribe to equity shares of the Company that vests in a graded manner. The options may be exercised within a specified period. The Company follows the intrinsic value method to account for its stock-based employee compensation plans. Compensation cost is measured as the excess, if any, of the fair market price of the underlying stock over the exercise price on the grant date. The fair market price is the closing price of the equity shares of the Company on the stock exchange/s on which the shares of the Company are listed, immediately prior to the date of the meeting of Compensation Committee of Board of Directors of the Company in which the options are granted. If the shares are listed on more than one stock exchange, then the stock exchange where there is highest trading volume on the said date is considered.

(xvii)Cash and Cash Equivalents

In the cash flow statement, cash and cash equivalents include cash in hand, demand deposits with banks, other short-term highly liquid investments with original maturities of three months or less.

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Mar 31, 2014

(i) Basis of preparation

The financial statements are prepared under the historical cost convention, in accordance with the Indian Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Accounting Standards prescribed under the Companies (Accounting Standards) Rules, 2006, relevant pronouncements of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) and the provisions of the Companies Act, 2013 (to the extent notified) and Companies Act, 1956 (to the extent applicable). Accounting policies have been consistently applied except where a newly issued accounting standard is initially adopted or a revision to an existing accounting standard requires a change in the accounting policy either to in use.

The financial statements have been prepared on the Revised Schedule VI of the Companies Act 1956. All assets and liabilities have been classified as current or non-current as per the Company''s normal operating cycle and other criteria set out in the Revised Schedule VI of the Companies Act, 1956. Previous year''s figures have been regrouped / reclassified wherever considered necessary.

(ii) Use of estimates

The preparation of financial statements in conformity with GAAP requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities, disclosure of contingent liabilities at the date of the financial statements and the reported amounts of revenues and expenses during the reporting period. Examples of such estimates include provision for assets and estimated useful life of fixed assets. Actual results could differ from these estimates. Adjustments as a result of differences between actual and estimates are made prospectively.

(iii) Current/Non-current classification

All assets and liabilities are classified as current and non-current.

i) Assets

An asset is classified as current when it satisfies any of the following criteria :

a. It is expected to be realized in, or is intended for sale or consumption in, the Company''s normal operating cycle;

b. It is held primarily for the purpose of being traded;

c. It is expected to be realized within 12 months after the reporting date; or

d. It is cash or cash equivalent unless it is restricted from being exchanged or used to settle a liability for at least 12 months after the reporting date.

Current assets include the current portion of non- current financial assets. All other assets are classified as non-current.

ii) Liabilities

A liability is classified as current when it satisfied any of the following criteria :

a. It is expected to be settled in the Company''s normal operating cycle;

b. It is held primarily for the purpose of being traded;

c. It is due to be settled within 12 months after the reporting date; or

d. The Company does not have an unconditional right to defer settlement of the liability for at least 12 months after the reporting date.

Current liabilities includes current portion of non- current financial liabilities. All other liabilities are classified as non-current.

(iv) Revenue recognition

(a) Advisory and consultancy services: Fees is booked on the completion of task/project as per the terms of agreement. However, where the percentage of completion is significant enough to ascertain the outcome reliably, revenue is recognised to the extent it can be accurately measured.

(b) Broking activities: Income from broking on distribution operations is recognised on the closure of the issue of mutual funds, bonds, fixed deposits and other money market instruments. Income from equity stock broking operations is accrued on completion of transaction at the stock exchanges for commission from equity broking operations.

(c) In the case of trading in bonds, the profit /loss from the transaction is recognised on the closure of the deal and consequent physical delivery of the bond.

(d) Revenue on account of trading in shares is recognized on the basis of each trade executed at the stock exchange during the financial year.

(e) In respect of non delivery based transactions such as derivatives, the profit and loss is accounted for at the completion of each settlement, however in case of an open settlement the net result of transactions which are squared up on FIFO basis is recognized as Profit/Loss in the account.

(f) Depository income is accounted for on accrual basis.

(g) Dividend income is recognised when the right to receive the income is established.

(h) In the case of fixed income securities/deposits/ loan, interest is recognised on a time proportionate basis.

(i) In respect of other heads of income, the Company follows the practice of recognising income on accrual basis.

(v) Interest expense

Interest on borrowings is recognized on a time proportion basis taking into account the amount outstanding and the rate applicable on the borrowings.

(vi) Expenditure

Expenses are recognised on accrual basis and provisions are made for all known losses and liabilities. Expenses incurred on behalf of other companies, in India, for sharing personnel, common services and facilities like premises, telephones etc, are allocated to them at cost and reduced from respective expenses.

Similarly, expense allocation received from other companies is included within respective expense classifications.

(vii) Employee benefits

The Company''s obligations towards various employee benefits have been recognized as follows :

(a) Short term benefits

All employee benefits payable/available within twelve months of rendering the service are classified as short-term employee benefits. Benefits such as salaries, wages and bonus etc., are recognized in the Statement of Profit and Loss in the period in which the employee renders the related service.

(b) Provident fund (Defined contribution plan) Provident fund is a defined contribution plan. The contributions towards provident fund which are being deposited with the Regional Provident Fund Commissioner are charged to the Statement of Profit and Loss.

(c) Gratuity (Defined benefit plan)

Gratuity is defined benefit plan. The present value of obligations under such defined benefit plan is determined based on actuarial valuation carried out by an independent actuary using the Projected Unit Credit Method, which recognizes each period of service as giving rise to additional unit of employee benefit entitlement and measure each unit separately to build up the final obligation.

The obligation is measured at the present value of estimated future cash flows. The discount rates used for determining the present value of obligation under defined benefit plans, is based on the market yields on Government securities as at the balance sheet date, having maturity periods approximating to the terms of related obligations. Actuarial gains and losses are recognized immediately in the Statement of Profit and Loss. The Company makes contribution to an insurer managed funds for discharging its gratuity liability.

(d) Compensated absences (Other long-term benefits) The Company provides for leave encashment based on actuarial valuation using projected unit credit method in respect of past service. In respect of compensated absences arising during the tenure of service, the defined benefit obligation is

calculated taking into account the pattern of an ailment of leave. In respect of encashment of leave, the defined benefit is calculated taking into account all types of decrements and qualifying salary projected up to the assumed date of encashment. The valuation of leave encashment benefit is done as at the balance sheet date by an independent actuary. Actuarial gains and losses are recognized immediately in the Statement of Profit and Loss.

(viii) Fixed assets

i) Tangible assets

Tangible assets are stated at the cost of acquisition or construction, less accumulated depreciation and impairment losses. Cost comprises the purchase price and any attributable costs of bringing the assets to their working condition for intended use. Borrowing costs directly attributable to acquisition or construction of fixed assets, which necessarily take a substantial period of time to be ready for their intended use are capitalised as part of the cost of such assets to the extent they relate to the period till such assets are ready to be put to use.

Depreciation on tangible assets

(a) Leasehold improvements are depreciated over the lease period as stated in the lease agreement or over the estimated useful life of the assets, whichever is shorter.

(b) Other assets are depreciated on straight-line method at the rates specified in Schedule XIV to the Companies Act, 1956 from the date of put to use until the date of sale.

(c) Depreciation on assets costing up to Rs. 5,000 are depreciated at the rate of 100% on pro-rata basis.

(d) Depreciation on additions to assets or on sale/ adjustment of assets is calculated pro-rata from the date of such addition or up to the date of such sale/adjustment.

(e) In view of management, the above reflects the estimated useful lives of the respective fixed assets.

ii) Intangible assets and its amortisation

Intangible assets are recorded at cost and are amortised over the period the Company expects to derive economic benefits from their use.

(ix) Impairment

The carrying amounts of assets are reviewed at each balance sheet date to determine whether there is any indication of impairment. If any such indication exists, the recoverable amount of the asset is estimated. For assets that are not yet available for use, the recoverable is estimated at each balance sheet date. An impairment loss is recognised whenever the carrying amount of an asset or cash generating unit exceeds its recoverable

amount. Impairment losses are recognised in the Statement of Profit and Loss. An impairment loss is reversed if there has been a change in the estimates used to determine the recoverable amount. An impairment loss is reversed only to the extent that the asset''s carrying amount does not exceed the carrying amount that would have been determined net of depreciation or amortisation, if no impairment loss had been recognised.

(x) Investments

Investments are classified into long-term investments and current investments based on intent of the management at the time of making the investment. Investment intended to be held for more than one year from the date such investments are made are classified as long-term investments. All long-term investments are classified as non-current investments in the Balance Sheet. The portions of long-term investments which are expected to be realised within twelve months from the Balance Sheet date are classified as current investments. Current investments are valued at lower of cost and market value, computed category-wise e.g. quoted shares, unquoted shares, government securities and non government securities/bonds. The diminution in current investments is charged to the Statement of Profit and Loss and appreciation, if any, is recognised at the time of sale. Long-term investments, including investments in subsidiaries, are valued at cost unless there is diminution, other than temporary, in their value. Diminution is considered other than temporary based on criteria that include the extent to which cost exceeds the market value, the duration of the market value decline and the financial health of and specific prospects of the issuer.

Investments, which are held as stock in trade as part of the business operations are valued in the same manner as are relatable to Current Investments.

i) The Cost is arrived at FIFO method and is inclusive of brokerage, transfer expenses and demat charges, if any. The fair value is arrived at with reference to the market value, if available, quotation in any stock exchange or any other available information to indicate a transaction between unrelated willing buyer and willing seller at arms length price.

ii) In case of unquoted investments, the fair value is arrived on the basis of breakup value as per latest available audited balance sheet of the investee company.

iii) Interest accrued and/or broken period interest paid on unsold securities is recognized as "Interest Accrued on Investment" under Other Current Assets.

(xi) Foreign currency transactions

Transactions in foreign currency are recorded at the exchange rates prevailing on the date of the transaction. Exchange differences arising on settlement of foreign currency transactions are recognised in the Statement of Profit and Loss. Monetary assets and liabilities

denominated in foreign currency are translated at year- end rates and resultant gains/losses on foreign exchange translations other than in relation to acquisition of fixed assets and long term foreign currency monetary liabilities are recognised in the Statement of Profit and Loss.

(xii) Current and deferred tax

Income-tax expense comprises current tax and deferred tax. Current tax expense is the amount of tax for the period determined in accordance with the income-tax law and deferred tax charge or credit reflects the tax effects of timing differences between accounting income and taxable income for the period. The deferred tax charge or credit and the corresponding deferred tax liabilities or assets are recognised using the tax rates that have been enacted or substantively enacted by the balance sheet date. Deferred tax assets are recognised only to the extent there is reasonable certainty that the assets can be realised in future; however, where there is unabsorbed depreciation or carried forward loss under taxation laws, deferred tax assets are recognised only if there is a virtual certainty of realisation of such assets. Deferred tax assets are reviewed at each balance sheet date and written down or written-up to reflect the amount that is reasonably/ virtually certain (as the case may be) to be realised.

(xiii) Provisions, contingent liabilities and contingent assets

A provision is created when there is a 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.

The Company does not recognise assets which are of contingent nature until there is virtual certainty of realisability of such assets. However, if it has become virtually certain that an inflow of economic benefits will arise, asset and related income is recognised in the financial statements of the period in which the change occurs.

(xiv) Earnings per share

Basic earnings per share is computed using the weighted average number of equity shares outstanding during the year. Diluted earnings per share is computed using the weighted average number of equity and dilutive potential shares outstanding during the year, except where the results would be anti-dilutive.

(xv) Operating leases

Lease payments under operating lease are recognised as an expense on a straight line basis over the lease term.

The Employees Stock Option Scheme ("the Scheme") provides for grant of equity shares of the Company to whole-time directors and employees of the Company. The Scheme provides that employees are granted an option to subscribe to equity shares of the Company that vests in a graded manner. The options may be exercised within a specified period. The Company follows the intrinsic value method to account for its stock-based employee compensation plans. Compensation cost is measured as the excess, if any, of the fair market price of the underlying stock over the exercise price on the grant date. The fair market

price is the closing price of the equity shares of the Company on the stock exchange/s on which the shares of the Company are listed, immediately prior to the date of the meeting of Compensation Committee of Board of Directors of the Company in which the options are granted. If the shares are listed on more than one stock exchange, then the stock exchange where there is highest trading volume on the said date is considered.

(xvii)Cash and Cash Equivalents

In the cash flow statement, cash and cash equivalents include cash in hand, demand deposits with banks, other short-term highly liquid investments with original maturities of three months or less.

Rights, preferences and restrictions attached to equity shares

The Company has only one class of shares referred to as equity shares having a par value Rs. 6 each. Each member of the Company has voting rights on a poll, in proportion to his share in the paid-up equity share capital. On show of hands every member present in person and being holders of equity shares shall have one vote.

Each shareholder is entitled to receive interim dividend when it is declared by the Board of Directors. The final dividend proposed by the Board of Directors are paid when approved by the shareholders at Annual General Meeting.

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

The Company has instituted an Employee Stock Option Scheme in the year 2007, known as ''Employee Stock Option Scheme (''ESOS'' or ''Scheme'') 2007. This Scheme was adopted by the Board of Directors on 3 January 2008 and subsequently by shareholders of the Company on 4 March 2008, and is for issue of 4,500,000 options of the Company convertible into equal number of equity shares of the par value of Rs. 6 each. The scheme was further amended by the Board of Directors on 5 March 2010 and subsequently by shareholders of the Company on 13 April 2010 to increase number of options from 4,500,000 options to 15,000,000 options of the Company convertible into equal number of equity shares. A compensation committee comprising independent members of the Board of Directors administers the scheme. The Compensation Committee has framed various plan series under the scheme from time to time. All options had been granted at their intrinsic value defined under the SEBI guidelines.

The weighted average share price of options exercised under the scheme during the year ended 31 March 2012 was Rs.26.65. No options were exercised during the year ended 31 March 2014 and 31 March 2013.

Series-wise options outstanding as at 31 March 2014 and 31 March 2013 are summarized in the table mentioned below:

a) As at 31 March 2014, the Company had 2,751,000 (previous year 3,001,000) number of shares reserved for issue under employee stock option plans. Out of above 2,641,000 (previous year 2,727,664) employee stock options are vested and are exercisable at any point of time.

b) Since, no options were granted during the current financial year ended 31 March 2014 and previous year ended 31 Mach 2013, the disclosures relating to the weighted average fair value of the options granted, effect on compensation cost, proforma loss after tax, basic and diluted earnings per share and key assumptions like risk fee interest rate, expected life and expected volatility are not applicable.

Nature of security and terms of repayment of secured borrowings:

Nature of security

Term loan from others amounting to Rs. 186,973,619 (previous year Rs. 202,168,294) are secured by way of equitable mortgage of one of building owned by the Company. Further, the loan has also been guaranteed by Mr. Navjeet Singh Sobti, Executive Vice Chairman of the Company.

Terms of payment

Term loan is taken from financial institution and carries an interest rate of LIBOR minus 100 bps. The interest rate as at year end is 13.50% per annum (previous year 13.40%). The last installment would fall due on 10 July 2020. The loan is repayable in 120 equal monthly installments along with the interest. Loan amounting to Rs. 15,382,363 (previous year Rs. 13,656,258) repayable in next 12 months has been shown as current maturities of secured long-term borrowings in Note 2.9

Term loans from banks amounting to Rs. Nil (previous year Rs. 284,976) are secured against hypothecation of specific vehicles financed.

Loans are repayable in 36 equal monthly installments along with the interest and carries fixed interest rate from 9.08% to 13.75% per annum specific to the respective banks. The last installment would fall due on 15 July 2014. Loan amounting to Rs. 284,976 (previous year Rs. 1,390,724) repayable in next 12 months has been shown as current maturities of secured long-term borrowings in Note 2.9.

1 The Company has carried out computation of deferred tax in accordance with Accounting Standard 22 - Accounting for Taxes on Income notified in the Companies (Accounting Standards) Rules, 2006. Management is of the view that it is not virtually certain to realise the deferred tax assets arising on carried forward losses and unabsorbed depreciation. Accordingly, in the absence of virtual certainty deferred tax asset has not been recognised.

Bank overdrafts are for the working capital requirements of the Company and are secured by way of pledge of fixed deposits amounting to Rs. 25,000,000 with IDBI Bank Limited and Rs.15,000,000 with the Punjab National Bank Limited. The rate of interest is 11.00% per annum with both IDBI Bank Limited and Punjab National Bank Limited.

1 The Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises has issued an Office Memorandum dated 26 August 2008 which recommends that Micro and Small Enterprises should mention in their correspondence with their customers, the Entrepreneurs Memorandum number as allocated after filing of the Memorandum. Based on information received and available with the Company, there are no trade payables and other current liabilities payable to Micro and Small Enterprises as at 31 March 2014 and 31 March 2013.

1 There are no amounts due for payment to the Investor Education and Protection Fund under Section 205C of the Companies Act, 1956 as at the year end.

2 The balance includes salary payable amounting to Rs.13,265,931 (previous year Rs. 12,799,338).

1 During the year, the company disposed of its stake in one of its subsidiary, Almondz Insurance Brokers Private Limited (AIBPL) by sale of its entire shareholding of 918000 equity shares. The sale is in terms of the decision of the Board of Directors of the company in its meeting held on 11 November, 2012 and approval of Insurance Regulatory Authority of India (IRDA).

2 During the previous year the company acquired 80 % of holding in a company Skiffle Healthcare Services Limited (SHSL). As per accounting policy followed by the company, long term investments including investments in subsidiaries are valued at cost unless there is diminution, other than temporary, in their value. The diminution in value has not been provided as the same is considered to be temporary in view of initial stage of the project undertaken by SHSL.

1 The interest income on deposits pledged with banks/stock exchange has been included in operating income since the same is directly attributable to primary revenue generating operation of the company.

Earnings per share (EPS) are computed in accordance with AS 20—Earnings per Share by dividing the net profit after tax by the weighted average number of equity shares outstanding for the period

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Mar 31, 2012

(i) Basis of preparation

The financial statements are prepared under the historical cost convention, in accordance with the Indian Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Accounting Standards prescribed under the Companies (Accounting Standards) Rules, 2006, relevant pronouncements of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) and the provisions of the Companies Act, 1956, as adopted consistently by the Company.

In preparation and presentation of these financial statements, the Company has adopted the Revised Schedule VI to the Companies Act, 1956. The adoption of revised Schedule VI does not impact recognition and measurement principles followed for preparation of financial statements. However, it has significant impact on presentation and disclosure made in the financial statements. All assets and liabilities have been classified as current or non-current as per the Company's normal operating cycle and other criteria set out in the Revised Schedule VI of the Companies Act, 1956. Previous year's figures have been regrouped/reclassified to conform to the classification of assets and liabilities as at 31 March 2012.

(ii) Use of estimates

The preparation of financial statements in conformity with GAAP requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities, disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the financial statements and the reported amounts of revenues and expenses during the reporting period. Examples of such estimates include provision for assets and estimated useful life of fixed assets. Actual results could differ from these estimates. Adjustments as a result of differences between actual and estimates are made prospectively.

(iii) Revenue recognition

(a) Advisory and consultancy services: Fees is booked on the completion of task/project as per the terms of agreement. However, where the percentage of completion is significant enough to ascertain the outcome reliably, revenue is recognised to the extent it can be accurately measured.

(b) Broking activities: Income from broking on distribution operations is recognised on the closure of the issue of mutual funds, bonds, fixed deposits and other money market instruments. Income from equity stock broking operations is accrued on completion of transaction at the stock exchanges for commission from equity broking operations.

(c) In the case of trading in bonds, the profit/loss from the transaction is recognised on the closure of the deal and consequent physical delivery of the bond.

(d) Dividend income is recognised when the right to receive the income is established.

(e) In the case of fixed income securities/deposits, interest recognised on a time proportionate basis.

(f) In respect of other heads of income, the Company follows the practice of recognising income on accrual basis.

(iv) Interest expense

Interest on borrowings is recognised on a time proportion basis taking into account the amount outstanding and the rate applicable on the borrowings.

(v) Expenditure

Expenses are recognised on accrual basis and provisions are made for all known losses and liabilities. Expenses incurred on behalf of other companies, in India, for sharing personnel, common services and facilities like premises, telephones, etc. are allocated to them at cost and reduced from respective expenses.

Similarly, expense allocation received from other companies is included within respective expense classifications.

(vi) Employee benefits

The Company's obligations towards various employee benefits have been recognised as follows :

(a) Short term benefits

All employee benefits payable/available within twelve months of rendering the service are classified as short-term employee benefits. Benefits such as salaries, wages and bonus etc., are recognised in the Statement of Profit and Loss in the period in which the employee renders the related service.

(b) Provident fund (Defined contribution plan) Provident fund is a defined contribution plan. The contribution towards provident fund which are being deposited with the Regional Provident Fund Commissioner are charged to the Statement of Profit and Loss.

(c) Gratuity (Defined benefit plan)

Gratuity is defined benefit plan. The present value of obligations under such defined benefit plan is determined based on actuarial valuation carried out by an independent actuary using the Projected Unit Credit Method, which recognises each period of service as giving rise to additional unit of employee benefit entitlement and measure each unit separately to build up the final obligation.

The obligation is measured at the present value of estimated future cash flows. The discount rates used for determining the present value of obligation under defined benefit plans, is based on the market yields on Government securities as at the balance sheet date, having maturity periods approximating to the terms of related obligations. Actuarial gains and losses are recognised immediately in the Statement of Profit and Loss.

The Company makes contribution to an insurer managed funds for discharging its gratuity liability.

(d) Compensated absences (other long-term benefits) The Company provides for leave encashment based on actuarial valuation using projected unit credit method in respect of past service. In respect of compensated absences arising during the tenure of service, the defined benefit obligation is calculated taking into account the pattern of availment of leave. In respect of encashment of leave, the defined benefit is calculated taking into account all types of decrements and qualifying salary projected upto the assumed date of encashment. The valuation of leave encashment benefit is done as at the balance sheet date by an independent actuary. Actuarial gains and losses are recognised immediately in the Statement of Profit and Loss.

(vii) Fixed assets Tangible assets

Tangible assets are stated at the cost of acquisition or construction, less accumulated depreciation and impairment losses. Cost comprises the purchase price and any attributable costs of bringing the assets to their working condition for intended use. Borrowing costs directly attributable to acquisition or construction of fixed assets, which necessarily take a substantial period of time to be ready for their intended use are capitalised.

Depreciation on tangible assets

(a) Leasehold improvements are depreciated over the lease period as stated in the lease agreement or over the estimated useful life of the assets, whichever is shorter.

(b) Other assets are depreciated on straight-line method at the rates specified in Schedule XIV to the Companies Act, 1956 from the date of put to use until the date of sale.

(c) Depreciation on assets costing up to Rs. 5,000 are depreciated at the rate of 100% on pro-rata basis.

(d) Depreciation on additions to assets or on sale/ adjustment of assets is calculated pro-rata from the date of such addition or up to the date of such sale/ adjustment.

(e) In view of management, the above reflects the estimated useful lives of the respective fixed assets.

Intangible assets and its amortisation

Intangible assets are recorded at cost and are amortised over the period the Company expects to derive economic benefits from their use.

(viii) Impairment

The carrying amounts of assets are reviewed at each balance sheet date to determine whether there is any indication of impairment. If any such indication exists, the recoverable amount of the asset is estimated. For assets that are not yet available for use, the recoverable is estimated at each balance sheet date. An impairment loss is recognised whenever the carrying amount of an asset or cash generating unit exceeds its recoverable amount. Impairment losses are recognised in the Statement of Profit and Loss. An impairment loss is reversed if there has been a change in the estimates used to determine the recoverable amount. An impairment loss is reversed only to the extent that the asset's carrying amount does not exceed the carrying amount that would have been determined net of depreciation or amortisation, if no impairment loss had been recognised.

(ix) Investments

Investments are classified into long-term investments and current investments based on intent of the management at the time of making the investment. Investment intended to be held for more than one year from the date such investments are made are classified as long-term investments. All long-term investments are classified as non-current investments in the Balance Sheet. The portions of long-term investments which are expected to be realised within twelve months from the Balance Sheet date are classified as current investments. Current investments are valued at lower of cost and market value, computed category-wise e.g. quoted shares, unquoted shares, government securities and non government securities/bonds. The diminution in current investments is charged to the Statement of Profit and Loss and appreciation, if any, is recognised at the time of sale. Long-term investments, including investments in subsidiaries, are valued at cost unless there is diminution, other than temporary, in their value. Diminution is considered other than temporary based on criteria that include the extent to which cost exceeds the market value, the duration of the market value decline and the financial health of and specific prospects of the issuer.

(x) Foreign currency transactions

Transactions in foreign currency are recorded at the exchange rates prevailing at the date of the transaction. Exchange differences arising on settlement of foreign currency transactions are recognised in the Statement of Profit and Loss. Monetary assets and liabilities denominated in foreign currency are translated at year- end rates and resultant gains/losses on foreign exchange translations are recognised in the Statement of Profit and Loss.

(xi) Current and deferred tax

Income-tax expense comprises current tax and deferred tax. Current tax expense is the amount of tax for the period determined in accordance with the income-tax law and deferred tax charge or credit reflects the tax effects of timing differences between accounting income and taxable income for the period. The deferred tax charge or credit and the corresponding deferred tax liabilities or assets are recognised using the tax rates that have been enacted or substantively enacted by the balance sheet date. Deferred tax assets are recognised only to the extent there is reasonable certainty that the assets can be realised in future; however, where there is unabsorbed depreciation or carried forward loss under taxation laws, deferred tax assets are recognised only if there is a virtual certainty of realisation of such assets. Deferred tax assets are reviewed as at each balance sheet date and written down or written-up to reflect the amount that is reasonably /virtually certain (as the case may be) to be realised.

(xii) Provisions, contingent liabilities and contingent assets

A provision is created when there is a 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.

The Company does not recognise assets which are of contingent nature until there is virtual certainty of realisability of such assets. However, if it has become virtually certain that an inflow of economic benefits will arise, asset and related income is recognised in the financial statements of the period in which the change occurs.

(xiii) Earnings per share

Basic earnings per share is computed using the weighted average number of equity shares outstanding during the year. Diluted earnings per share is computed using the weighted average number of equity and dilutive potential shares outstanding during the year, except where the results would be anti-dilutive.

(xiv) Operating leases

Lease payments under operating lease are recognised as an expense on a straight line basis over the lease term.

(xv) Employee Stock Option Scheme ("ESOS")

The Employees Stock Option Scheme ("the Scheme") provides for grant of equity shares of the Company to whole-time directors and employees of the Company. The Scheme provides that employees are granted an option to subscribe to equity shares of the Company that vests in a graded manner. The options may be exercised within a specified period. The Company follows the intrinsic value method to account for its stock-based employee compensation plans. Compensation cost is measured as the excess, if any, of the fair market price of the underlying stock over the exercise price on the grant date. The fair market price is the closing price of the equity shares of the Company on the stock exchange/s on which the shares of the Company are listed, immediately prior to the date of the meeting of Compensation Committee of Board of Directors of the Company in which the options are granted. If the shares are listed on more than one stock exchange, then the stock exchange where there is highest trading volume on the said date is considered.

(xvi) Cash and Cash Equivalents

In the cash flow statement, cash and cash equivalents include cash in hand, demand deposits with banks, other short-term highly liquid investments with original maturities of three months or less.

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Mar 31, 2011

(i) Basis of preparation

The financial statements are prepared under the historical cost convention, in accordance with the Indian Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Accounting Standards prescribed under the Companies (Accounting Standards) Rules, 2006, relevant pronouncements of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) and the provisions of the Companies Act, 1956, as adopted consistently by the Company.

(ii) Use of estimates

The preparation of financial statements in conformity with GAAP requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities, disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the financial statements and the reported amounts of revenues and expenses during the reporting period. Examples of such estimates include provision for assets and estimated useful life of fixed assets. Actual results could differ from these estimates. Adjustments as a result of differences between actual and estimates are made prospectively.

(iii) Revenue recognition

- Advisory and consultancy services : Fees is booked on the completion of task/project as per the terms of agreement. However, where the percentage of completion is significant enough to ascertain the outcome reliably, revenue is recognised to the extent it can be accurately measured.

- Broking activities : Income from broking on distribution operations is recognised on the closure of the issue of mutual funds, bonds, fixed deposits and other money market instruments. Income from equity stock broking operations is accrued on completion of transaction at the stock exchanges for commission from equity broking operations.

- In the case of trading in bonds, the profit/loss from the transaction is recognised on the closure of the deal and consequent physical delivery of the bond.

- Dividend income is recognised when the right to receive the income is established.

- In the case of fixed income securities/deposits, interest is recognised on a time proportionate basis.

- In respect of other heads of income, the Company follows the practice of recognising income on accrual basis.

(iv) Interest expense

Interest on borrowing is recognised on a time proportion basis taking into account the amount outstanding and the rate applicable on the borrowing.

(v) Expenditure

Expenses are recognised on accrual basis and provisions are made for all known losses and liabilities. Expenses incurred on behalf of other companies, in India, for sharing personnel, common services and facilities like premises, telephones, etc., are allocated to them at cost and reduced from expenses. Similarly, expense allocation received from other companies is included within respective expense classifications.

(vi) Retirements benefits

The Company''s obligations towards various employee benefits have been recognised as follows :

(a) Short term benefits

All employee benefits payable / available within twelve months of rendering the service are classified as short-term employee benefits. Benefits such as salaries, wages and bonus etc., are recognised in the Profit and Loss Account in the period in which the employee renders the related service.

(b) Provident fund (Defined contribution plan) Provident fund is a defined contribution plan. The contribution towards provident fund which are being deposited with the Regional Provident Fund Commissioner and are charged to the Profit and loss account.

(c) Gratuity (Defined benefit plan)

Gratuity is defined benefit plan. The present value of obligations under such defined benefit plan is determined based on actuarial valuation carried out by an independent actuary using the Projected Unit Credit Method, which recognises each period of service as giving rise to additional unit of employee benefit entitlement and measure each unit separately to build up the final obligation.

The gratuity trust invests the contribution in insurer managed scheme. Yearly contributions to the Gratuity Trust are charged to the Profit and Loss Account.

The obligation is measured at the present value of estimated future cash flows. The discount rates used for determining the present value of obligation under defined benefit plans, is based on the market yields on Government securities as at the balance sheet date, having maturity periods approximating to the terms of related obligations. Actuarial gains and losses are recognised immediately in the profit and loss account.

(d) Compensated absences (other long - term benefits) The Company provides for leave encashment based on actuarial valuation using projected unit credit method in respect of past service. In respect of compensated absences arising during the tenure of service, the defined benefit obligation is calculated taking into account the pattern of availment of leave. In respect of encashment of leave, the defined benefit is calculated taking into account all types of decrements and qualifying salary projected upto the assumed date of encashment. The valuation of leave encashment benefit is done as at the balance sheet date by an independent actuary. Actuarial gains and losses are recognized immediately in the profit and loss account.

(vii) Fixed assets

Fixed assets are stated at the cost of acquisition or construction, less accumulated depreciation and impairment losses. Cost comprises the purchase price and any attributable costs of bringing the assets to their working condition for intended use. Borrowing costs directly attributable to acquisition or construction of fixed assets, which necessarily take a substantial period of time to be ready for their intended use are capitalized. Advances paid towards acquisition of fixed assets and cost of assets not ready for use before the year end, are disclosed as capital work in progress.

(viii) Impairment

The carrying amounts of assets are reviewed at each balance sheet date to determine whether there is any indication of impairment. If any such indication exists, the recoverable amount of the asset is estimated. For assets that are not yet available for use, the recoverable is estimated at each balance sheet date. An impairment loss is recognised whenever the carrying amount of an asset or cash generating unit exceeds its recoverable amount. Impairment losses are recognised in the profit and loss account. An impairment loss is reversed if there has been a change in the estimates used to determine the recoverable amount. An impairment loss is reversed only to the extent that the asset''s carrying amount does not exceed the carrying amount that would have been determined net of depreciation or amortisation, if no impairment loss had been recognised.

(ix) Depreciation and amortisation

(a) Leasehold improvements are amortised over the lease period as stated in the lease agreement or over the estimated useful life, whichever is shorter.

(b) Other assets are depreciated on straight-line method at rates specified in Schedule XIV to the Companies Act, 1956 from the date of put to use until the date of sale.

(c) Depreciation on assets costing up to Rs. 5,000 are depreciated at the rate of 100% on pro-rata basis.

(d) Depreciation on additions to assets or on sale / adjustment of assets is calculated pro-rata from the date of such addition or up to the date of such sale / adjustment.

(e) Intangible assets are recorded at cost and amortised over the period the Company expects to derive economic benefits from their use.

(x) Investments

Investments are classified into long-term investments and current investments based on intent of the management at the time of making the investment. Investments intended to be held for more than one year are classified as long- term investments. Current investments are valued at lower of cost and market value, computed category-wise e.g. quoted shares, unquoted shares, government securities and non government securities / bonds. The diminution in current investments is charged to the profit and loss account; appreciation, if any, is recognised at the time of sale. Long-term investments, including investments in subsidiaries, are valued at cost unless there is diminution, other than temporary, in their value. Diminution is considered other than temporary based on criteria that include the extent to which cost exceeds the market value, the duration of the market value decline and the financial health of and specific prospects of the issuer.

(xi) Foreign currency transactions

Transactions in foreign currency are recorded at the exchange rates prevailing at the date of the transaction. Exchange differences arising on settlement of foreign currency transactions are recognised in the Profit and Loss Account. Monetary assets and liabilities denominated in foreign currency are translated at year end rates and resultant gains / losses on foreign exchange translations are recognised in the Profit and Loss Account.

(xii) Taxation

Income - tax expense comprises current tax and deferred tax. Current tax expense is the amount of tax for the period determined in accordance with the income-tax law and deferred tax charge or credit reflects the tax effects of timing differences between accounting income and taxable income for the period. The deferred tax charge or credit and the corresponding deferred tax liabilities or assets are recognised using the tax rates that have been enacted or substantively enacted by the balance sheet date. Deferred tax assets are recognised only to the extent there is reasonable certainty that the assets can be realised in future; however, where there is unabsorbed depreciation or carried forward loss under taxation laws, deferred tax assets are recognised only if there is a virtual certainty of realisation of such assets. Deferred tax assets are reviewed as at each balance sheet date and written down or written-up to reflect the amount that is reasonably / virtually certain (as the case may be) to be realised.

(xiii) Provisions, contingent liabilities and contingent assets

A provision is created when there is a 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.

The Company does not recognise assets which are of contingent nature until there is virtual certainty of realisability of such assets. However, if it has become virtually certain that an inflow of economic benefits will arise, asset and related income is recognised in the financial statements of the period in which the change occurs.

(xiv) Earnings per share

Basic earning per share is computed using the weighted average number of equity shares outstanding during the year. Diluted earnings per share is computed using the weighted average number of equity and dilutive potential shares outstanding during the year, except where the results would be anti-dilutive.

(xv) Operating leases

Lease payments under operating lease are recognised as an expense on a straight line basis over the lease term.

(xvi) Employee Stock Option Scheme ("ESOS")

The Employees Stock Option Scheme ("the Scheme") provides for grant of equity shares of the Company to wholetime directors and employees of the Company. The Scheme provides that employees are granted an option to subscribe to equity shares of the Company that vests in a graded manner. The options may be exercised within a specified period. The Company follows the intrinsic value method to account for its stock-based employee compensation plans. Compensation cost is measured as the excess, if any, of the fair market price of the underlying stock over the exercise price on the grant date. The fair market price is the closing price of the equity shares of the Company on the stock exchange/ s on which the shares of the Company are listed, immediately prior to the date of the meeting of Compensation Committee of Board of Directors of the Company in which the options are granted. If the shares are listed on more than one stock exchange, then the stock exchange where there is highest trading volume on the said date is considered. Since the exercise price of the Company''s stock options are equal to fair market price on the aforesaid date, there is no compensation cost under the intrinsic value method.

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Mar 31, 2010

(i) Basis of preparation

The financial statements are prepared under the historical cost convention, in accordance with the Indian Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Accounting Standards prescribed under the Companies (Accounting Standards) Rules, 2006, relevant pronouncements of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) and the provisions of the Companies Act, 1956, as adopted consistently by the Company.

(ii) Use of estimates

The preparation of financial statements in conformity with GAAP requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities, disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the financial statements and the reported amounts of revenues and expenses during the reporting period. Examples of such estimates include provision for assets and estimated useful life of fixed assets. Actual results could differ from these estimates. Adjustments as a result of differences between actual and estimates are made prospectively.

(iii) Revenue recognition

- Advisory and consultancy services : Fees is booked on the completion of task/project as per the terms of agreement. However, where the percentage of completion is significant enough to ascertain the outcome reliably, revenue is recognised to the extent it can be accurately measured.

- Broking activities : Income from broking on distribution operations is recognised on the closure of the issue of mutual funds, bonds, fixed deposits and other money market instruments. Income from equity stock broking operations is accrued on completion of transaction at the stock exchanges for commission from equity broking operations.

- In the case of trading in bonds, the profit/ loss from the transaction is recognised on the closure of the deal and consequent physical delivery of the bond.

- Dividend income is recognised when the right to receive the income is established

- In the case of fixed income securities/ deposits, interest is recognised on a time proportionate basis.

- In respect of other heads of income, the Company follows the practice of recognising income on accrual basis.

(iv) Interest expense

Interest on borrowing is recognised on a time proportion basis taking into account the amount outstanding and the rate applicable on the borrowing.

(v) Expenditure

Expenses are recognised on accrual basis and provisions are made for all known losses and liabilities. Expenses incurred on behalf of other companies, in India, for sharing personnel, common services and facilities like premises, telephones, etc. are allocated to them at cost and reduced from expenses. Similarly, expense allocation received from other companies is included within respective expense classifications.

(vi) Retirements benefits

The Company’s obligations towards various employee benefits have been recognised as follows :

(a) Short term benefits

All employee benefits payable / available within twelve months of rendering the service are classified as short-term employee benefits. Benefits such as salaries, wages and bonus etc., are recognised in the Profit and Loss Account in the period in which the employee renders the related service.

(b) Provident fund (Defined contribution plan) Provident fund is a defined contribution plans. The contribution towards provident fund which are being deposited with the Regional Provident Fund Commissioner and are charged to the Profit and loss account.

(c) Gratuity (Defined benefit plan)

Gratuity is defined benefit plan. The present value of obligations under such defined benefit plan is determined based on actuarial valuation carried out by an independent actuary using the Projected Unit Credit Method, which recognises each period of service as giving rise to additional unit of employee benefit entitlement and measure each unit separately to build up the final obligation.

The gratuity trust invests the contribution in insurer managed scheme. Yearly contributions to the Gratuity Trust are charged to the Profit and Loss Account.

The obligation is measured at the present value of estimated future cash flows. The discount rates used for determining the present value of obligation under defined benefit plans, is based on the market yields on Government securities as at the balance sheet date, having maturity periods approximating to the terms of related obligations. Actuarial gains and losses are recognised immediately in the profit and loss account.

(d) Compensated absences (other long - term benefits) The Company provides for leave encashment based on actuarial valuation using projected unit credit method in respect of past service. In respect of compensated absences arising during the tenure of service, the defined benefit obligation is calculated taking into account the pattern of availment of leave. In respect of encashment of leave, the defined benefit is calculated taking into account all types of decrements and qualifying salary projected upto the assumed date of encashment. The valuation of leave encashment benefit is done as at the balance sheet date by an independent actuary. Actuarial gains and losses are recognized immediately in the profit and loss account.

(vii) Fixed assets

Fixed assets are stated at the cost of acquisition or construction, less accumulated depreciation and impairment losses. Cost comprises the purchase price and any attributable costs of bringing the assets to their working condition for intended use. Borrowing costs directly attributable to acquisition or construction of fixed assets, which necessarily take a substantial period of time to be ready for their intended use are capitalized. Advances paid towards acquisition of fixed assets and cost of assets not ready for use before the year end, are disclosed as capital work in progress.

(viii) Impairment

The carrying amounts of assets are reviewed at each balance sheet date to determine whether there is any indication of impairment. If any such indication exists, the recoverable amount of the asset is estimated. For assets that are not yet available for use, the recoverable is estimated at each balance sheet date. An impairment loss is recognised whenever the carrying amount of an asset or cash generating unit exceeds its recoverable amount. Impairment losses are recognised in the profit and loss account. An impairment loss is reversed if there has been a change in the estimates used to determine the recoverable amount. An impairment loss is reversed only to the extent that the asset’s carrying amount does not exceed the carrying amount that would have been determined net of depreciation or amortisation, if no impairment loss had been recognised.

(ix) Depreciation and amortisation

(a) Leasehold improvements are amortised over the lease period as stated in the lease agreement or over the estimated useful life, whichever is shorter.

(b) Other assets are depreciated on straight-line method at rates specified in Schedule XIV to the Companies Act, 1956 from the date of put to use until the date of sale.

(c) Depreciation on assets costing up to Rs. 5,000 are depreciated at the rate of 100% on pro-rata basis.

(d) Depreciation on additions to assets or on sale/ adjustment of assets is calculated pro-rata from the date of such addition or up to the date of such sale/ adjustment.

(e) Intangible assets are recorded at cost and amortised over the period the Company expects to derive economic benefits from their use.

(x) Investments

Investments are classified into long-term investments and current investments based on intent of the management at the time of making the investment. Investments intended to be held for more than one year are classified as long- term investments. Current investments are valued at lower of cost and market value, computed category-wise e.g. quoted shares, unquoted shares, government securities and non government securities/bonds. The diminution in current investments is charged to the profit and loss account; appreciation, if any, is recognised at the time of sale. Long-term investments, including

investments in subsidiaries, are valued at cost unless there is diminution, other than temporary, in their value. Diminution is considered other than temporary based on criteria that include the extent to which cost exceeds the market value, the duration of the market value decline and the financial health of and specific prospects of the issuer.

(xi) Foreign currency transactions

Transactions in foreign currency are recorded at the exchange rates prevailing at the date of the transaction. Exchange differences arising on settlement of foreign currency transactions are recognised in the Profit and Loss Account. Monetary assets and liabilities denominated in foreign currency are translated at year end rates and resultant gains/losses on foreign exchange translations are recognised in the Profit and Loss Account.

(xii) Taxation

Income - tax expense comprises current tax and deferred tax. Current tax expense is the amount of tax for the period determined in accordance with the income-tax law and deferred tax charge or credit reflects the tax effects of timing differences between accounting income and taxable income for the period. The deferred tax charge or credit and the corresponding deferred tax liabilities or assets are recognised using the tax rates that have been enacted or substantively enacted by the balance sheet date. Deferred tax assets are recognised only to the extent there is reasonable certainty that the assets can be realised in future; however, where there is unabsorbed depreciation or carried forward loss under taxation laws, deferred tax assets are recognised only if there is a virtual certainty of realisation of such assets. Deferred tax assets are reviewed as at each balance sheet date and written down or written-up to reflect the amount that is reasonably/virtually certain (as the case may be) to be realised.

(xiii) Provisions, contingent liabilities and contingent assets

A provision is created when there is a 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.

The Company does not recognise assets which are of contingent nature until there is virtual certainty of realisability of such assets. However, if it has become virtually certain that an inflow of economic benefits will arise, asset and related income is recognised in the financial statements of the period in which the change occurs.

(xiv) Earnings per share

Basic earning per share is computed using the weighted average number of equity shares outstanding during the year. Diluted earnings per share is computed using the weighted average number of equity and dilutive potential shares outstanding during the year, except where the results would be anti-dilutive.

(xv) Operating leases

Lease payments under operating lease are recognised as an expense on a straight line basis over the lease term.

(xvi) Employee Stock Option Scheme (“ESOS”)

The Employees Stock Option Scheme (“the Scheme”) provides for grant of equity shares of the Company to wholetime directors and employees of the Company. The Scheme provides that employees are granted an option to subscribe to equity shares of the Company that vests in a graded manner. The options may be exercised within a specified period. The Company follows the intrinsic value method to account for its stock-based employee compensation plans. Compensation cost is measured as the excess, if any, of the fair market price of the underlying stock over the exercise price on the grant date. The fair market price is the closing price of the equity shares of the Company on the stock exchange/ s on which the shares of the Company are listed, immediately prior to the date of the meeting of Compensation Committee of Board of Directors of the Company in which the options are granted. If the shares are listed on more than one stock exchange, then the stock exchange where there is highest trading volume on the said date is considered. Since the exercise price of the Company’s stock options are equal to fair market price on the aforesaid date, there is no compensation cost under the intrinsic value method.