Accounting Policies of Empee Distilleries Ltd. Company

Mar 31, 2016

Note 1: SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES

1.1 Basis of Accounting:

The financial statements have been prepared under historical cost convention and following the accrual method of accounting in accordance with the applicable mandatory accounting standards notified by the Companies (Accounting Standards) Rules, 2006 and the relevant provisions of Companies Act, 2013. The accounting is on the basis of going concern concept. The accounting policies adopted in the preparation of the financial statements are consistent with those followed in the previous year.

1.2 Current and Non Current Classification:

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 Schedule III to the Companies Act, 2013. Based on the nature of products and the time between the acquisition of assets for processing and their realization in cash and cash equivalents, the Company has determined its operating cycle as twelve months for the purpose of current-non current classification of assets and liabilities.

1.3 Use of Estimates

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

1.4 Revenue Recognition

Revenue is recognized only when it can be readily measured and it is reasonable to expect ultimate collection. Revenue from operations includes sale of goods, services, sales tax, service tax and excise duty adjusted for discounts (net) and Value added tax. Dividend income is recognized when right to receive is established. Interest income is recognized on time proportion taking into account the amount outstanding and rate applicable.

1.5 Fixed Assets and Depreciation/Amortization

Fixed assets are stated at cost less accumulated depreciation /amortization. Direct costs are capitalized until fixed assets are ready for use. These costs include freight, installation costs, duties and taxes and other directly attributable costs incurred to bring the assets to their working condition for intended use. The company has not been able to complete the Component based depreciation as per the applicable accounting Standard, however the company has obtained a technical opinion stating that the useful life of significant component of the asset is not different from the useful life of the fixed assets.

Depreciation on fixed assets is provided using the straight-line method at the rates specified in Schedule II to the Companies Act, 2013 as per the new provisions.

Depreciation is calculated on a pro-rata basis for assets purchased / sold during the year with reference to the month in which the fixed assets are put to use or commissioned.

Capital Work-in-progress comprises outstanding advances paid to acquire fixed assets and the cost of fixed assets that are not yet ready for their intended use at the balance sheet date. Capital work-in progress is stated at cost.

1.6 Borrowing cost

Borrowing costs 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 its intended use. All other borrowing costs are charged to profit and loss account.

1.7 Impairment of Fixed Assets

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

1.8 Cash flow Statement

Cash flows are reported using the indirect method, whereby profit before tax is adjusted for the effects of transactions of a non-cash nature and any deferrals or accruals of past or future cash receipts or payments. The cash flows from regular revenue generating, financing and investing activities of the Company are segregated.

1.9 Investments

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

Investment by Empee Distilleries Ltd in subsidiaries

1.10 Inventories

Items of inventories are measured at lower of cost and net realizable value after providing for obsolescence, if any. Cost of inventories comprises of cost of purchase, cost of conversion and other costs including manufacturing overheads incurred in bringing them to their respective present location and condition. Cost of raw materials, stores and spares are determined on first-in-first-out basis while finished goods are determined on weighted average basis.

1.11 Foreign Currency Transaction

a) Transactions denominated in foreign currencies are recorded at the exchange rates prevailing on the date of transaction or that approximates the actual rate at the date of transaction.

b) Monetary items denominated in foreign currencies at the year end are restated at year end rates. In case of items which are covered by forward exchange contracts, the difference between the year end rate and rate on the date of contract is recognized as exchange difference and the premium paid on forward contracts is recognized over the life of the contract.

c) Non monetary foreign currency items are carried at cost.

d) Any income or expense on account of exchange difference either on settlement or on translation is recognized in the Statement of Profit and Loss except in case of long term liabilities, where they relate to acquisition of fixed assets, in which case they are adjusted to the carrying cost of such assets.

1.12 Prior Period and Extra Ordinary Items

Prior Period and Extra Ordinary items having material impact on the financial affairs of the Company are disclosed, wherever applicable. There is no major deviation in the accounting policy during the current year.

1.13 Provision for Current Tax and Deferred Tax

Provision for current tax is made after taking into consideration benefits admissible under the provisions of the Income Tax Act, 1961. Deferred tax resulting from “timing difference” between taxable and accounting income is accounted for using the tax rates and laws that are enacted or substantively enacted as on the balance sheet date. Deferred tax asset is recognized and carried forward only to the extent that there is virtual certainty that the asset will be realized in future.

1.14 Provisions, Contingent Liabilities and Contingent Assets

Provisions involving substantial degree of estimation in measurement are recognized when there is a present obligation as a result of past events and it is probable that there will be an outflow of resources. Contingent Liabilities are not recognized but are disclosed in the notes. Contingent assets are neither recognized nor disclosed in the financial statements.

1.15 Earnings per Share

The Company reports basic and diluted earnings per equity share in accordance with Accounting Standard-20. Basic earnings per equity share have been computed dividing net profit after tax attributable to equity shareholders by the weighted average number of equity shares outstanding during the year. Diluted earnings during the year adjusted for effects of all dilutive potential equity shares per equity share is computed using the weighted average number of equity shares and dilutive potential equity shares outstanding during the year.

For Basic and diluted earnings before extra-ordinary items, the amount of extra-ordinary items and tax thereon are excluded for computation.

1.16 Employee Benefits

a) Short-term employee benefits are recognized as an expense at the undiscounted amount in the Statement of Profit and Loss of the year in which the related services are rendered.

b) Post-employment and other long term employee benefits are recognized as an expense in the Statement of Profit and Loss for the year in which employee has rendered services. The expense is recognized at the present value of the amounts payable determined using actuarial valuation techniques. Actuarial gains and losses in respect of post employment and other long term benefits are charged to the Statement of Profit and Loss.

1.17 Segment Reporting

As per the Accounting Standard (AS-17) on “Segment Reporting”, segment information has been furnished under the note to Consolidated Financial Statements.

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Mar 31, 2015

1.1 Basis of Accounting:

The financial statements have been prepared under historical cost convention and following the accrual method of accounting in accordance with the applicable mandatory accounting standards notified by the Companies (Accounting Standards) Rules, 2006 and the relevant provisions of Companies Act, 2013, The accounting is on the basis of going concern concept The accounting policies adopted in the preparation of the financial statements are consistent with those followed in the previous year.

1.2 Current and Non Current Classification:

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 III to the Companies Act, 2013. Based on the nature of products and the time between the acquisition of assets for processing and their realization in cash and cash equivalents, the Company has determined its operating cycle as twelve months for the purpose of current-non current classification of assets and liabilities.

1.3 Use of Estimates

The preparation of financial statements, in conformity with the generally accepted accounting principles, requires estimates and assumptions to be made that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities on the date of financial statements and the reported amount of revenues and expenses during the reporting year. Differences between the actual results and the estimates are recognized In the year in which the results are known/materialized.

1.4 Revenue Recognition

Revenue is recognized only when it can be readily measured and it is reasonable to expect ultimate collection. Revenue from operations includes sale of goods, services, sales tax, service tax and excise duty adjusted for discounts (net) and Value added tax. Dividend Income Is recognized when right to receive is established. Interest income is recognized on time proportion taking into account the amount outstanding and rate applicable.

1.5 Fixed Assets and Depreciation/Amortization

Fixed assets are stated at cost less accumulated depreciation /amortization. Direct costs are capitalized until fixed assets are ready for use. These costs include freight, installation costs, duties and taxes and other directly attributable costs incurred to bring the assets to their working condition for intended use.

Depreciation on fixed assets is provided using the straight-line method at the rates specified in Schedule II to the Companies Act, 2013 as per the new provisions and the prior period depreciation effect due to change in depreciation method as per new companies act, 2103 amounting to Rs 1118.15 lacs is adjusted against'' Reserves and Surplus'' account.

Depredation is calculated on a pro-rata basis for assets purchased / sold during the year with reference to the month in which the fixed assets are put to use or commissioned.

Capital Work-in-progress comprises outstanding advances paid to acquire fixed assets and the cost of fixed assets that are not yet ready for their intended use at the balance sheet date. Capital work-in progress is stated at cost.

1.6 Borrowing cost

Borrowing costs 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 its Intended use. All other borrowing costs are charged to profit and loss account.

1.7 Impairment of Fixed Assets

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

1.8 Cash flow Statement

Cash flows are reported using the indirect method, whereby profit before tax is adjusted for the effects of transactions of a non-cash nature and any deferrals or accruals of past or future cash receipts or payments. The cash flows from regular revenue generating, financing and Investing activities of the Company are segregated.

1.9 Investments

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

1.10 Inventories

Items of inventories are measured at lower of cost and net realizable value after providing for obsolescence, if any. Cost of inventories comprises of cost of purchase, cost of conversion and other costs Including manufacturing overheads incurred in bringing them to their respective present location and condition. Cost of raw materials, stores and spares are determined on first-in-first-out basis while finished goods are determined on weighted average basis.

1.11 Foreign Currency Transaction

a) Transactions denominated in foreign currencies are recorded at the exchange rates prevailing on the date of transaction or that approximates the actual rate at the date of transaction.

b) Monetary items denominated in foreign currencies at the year end are restated at year end rates. In case of items which are covered by forward exchange contracts, the difference between the year end rate and rate on the date of contract is recognized as exchange difference and the premium paid on forward contracts is recognized over the life of the contract.

c) Non monetary foreign currency items are carried at cost.

d) Any income or expense on account of exchange difference either on settlement or on translation is recognized in the Statement of Profit and Loss except in case of long term liabilities, where they relate to acquisition of fixed assets, in which case they are adjusted to the carrying cost of such asssets,

1.12 Prior Period and Extra Ordinary Items

Prior Period and Extra Ordinary items having material impact on the financial affairs of the Company are disclosed, wherever applicable. There is no major deviation in the accounting policy during the current year.

1.13 Provision for Current Tax and Deferred Tax

Provision for current tax is made after taking into consideration benefits admissible under the provisions of the Income Tax Act, 1961, Deferred tax resulting from "timing difference" between taxable and accounting income is accounted for using the tax rates and laws that are enacted or substantively enacted as on the balance sheet date. Deferred tax asset is recognized and carried forward only to the extent that there is virtual certainty that the asset will be realized in future.

1.14 Provisions, Contingent Liabilities and Contingent Assets

Provisions involving substantial degree of estimation in measurement are recognized when there is a present obligation as a result of past events and it is probable that there will be an outflow of resources. Contingent Liabilities are not recognized but are disclosed in the notes. Contingent assets are neither recognized nor disclosed in the financial statements.

1.15 Earnings per Share

The Company reports basic and diluted earnings per equity share in accordance with Accounting Standard-20. Basic earnings per equity share have been computed dividing net profit after tax attributable to equity shareholders by the weighted average number of equity shares outstanding during the year. Diluted earnings during the year adjusted for effects of ail dilutive potential equity shares per equity share is computed using the weighted average number of equity shares and dilutive potential equity shares outstanding during the year. For Basic and diluted earnings before extra- ordinary items, the amount of extra-ordinary items and tax thereon are excluded for computation.

1.16 Employee Benefits

a) Short-term employee benefits are recognized as an expense at the undiscounted amount in the Statement of Profit and Loss of the year in which the related services are rendered.

b) Post-employment and other long term employee benefits are recognized as an expense in the Statement of Profit and Loss for the year in which employee has rendered services. The expense is recognized at the present value of the amounts payable determined using actuarial valuation techniques. Actuarial gains and losses in respect of post employment and other long term benefits are charged to the Statement of Profit and Loss.

1.17 Segment Reporting

As per the Accounting Standard (AS-17) on "Segment Reporting", segment information has been furnished under the note to Consolidated Financial Statements.

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Sep 30, 2013

1.1 Basis of Accounting:

The financial statements have been prepared under historical cost convention and following the accrual method of accounting in accordance with the applicable mandatory accounting standards notified by the Companies (Accounting Standards) Rules, 2006 and the relevant provisions of Companies Act, 1956. The accounting is on the basis of going concern concept. The accounting policies adopted in the preparation of the financial statements are consistent with those followed in the previous year.

1.2 Current and Non Current Classification:

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 to the Companies Act, 1956. Based on the nature of products and the time between the acquisition of assets for processing and their realization in cash and cash equivalents, the Company has determined its operating cycle as twelve months for the purpose of current-non current classification of assets and liabilities.

1.3 Use of Estimates

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

1.4 Revenue Recognition

Revenue is recognized only when it can be readily measured and it is reasonable to expect ultimate collection. Revenue from operations includes sale of goods, services, sales tax, service tax and excise duty adjusted for discounts(net) and Value added tax. Dividend income is recognized when right to receive is established. Interest income is recognized on time proportion taking into account the amount outstanding and rate applicable.

1.5 Fixed Assets and Depreciation/Amortization

Fixed assets are stated at cost less accumulated depreciation /amortization. Direct costs are capitalized until fixed assets are ready for use. These costs include freight, installation costs, duties and taxes and other directly attributable costs incurred to bring the assets to their working condition for intended use.

Depreciation on fixed assets is provided using the straight-line method at the rates specified in Schedule XIV to the Companies Act, 1956.

Depreciation is calculated on a pro-rata basis for assets purchased / sold during the year with reference to the month in which the fixed assets are put to use or commissioned. Individual assets costing less than Rs.5,000/- are depreciated in full in the year of acquisition.

Capital Work-in-progress comprises outstanding advances paid to acquire fixed assets and the cost of fixed assets that are not yet ready for their intended use at the balance sheet date. Capital work-in progress is stated at cost.

1.6 Borrowing cost

Borrowing costs 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 its intended use. All other borrowing costs are charged to profit and loss account.

1.7 Impairment of Fixed Assets

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

1.8 Cash flow Statement

Cash flows are reported using the indirect method, whereby profit before tax is adjusted for the effects of transactions of a non-cash nature and any deferrals or accruals of past or future cash receipts or payments. The cash flows from regular revenue generating, financing and investing activities of the Company are segregated.

1.9 Investments

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

1.10 Inventories

Items of inventories are measured at lower of cost and net realizable value after providing for obsolescence, if any. Cost of inventories comprises of cost of purchase, cost of conversion and other costs including manufacturing overheads incurred in bringing them to their respective present location and condition. Cost of raw materials, stores and spares are determined on first-in-first-out basis while finished goods are determined on weighted average basis.

1.11 Foreign Currency Transaction

a) Transactions denominated in foreign currencies are recorded at the exchange rates prevailing on the date of transaction or that approximates the actual rate at the date of transaction.

b) Monetary items denominated in foreign currencies at the year end are restated at year end rates. In case of items which are covered by forward exchange contracts, the difference between the year end rate and rate on the date of contract is recognized as exchange difference and the premium paid on forward contracts is recognized over the life of the contract.

c) Non monetary foreign currency items are carried at cost.

d) Any income or expense on account of exchange difference either on settlement or on translation is recognized in the Statement of Profit and Loss except in case of long term liabilities, where they relate to acquisition of fixed assets, in which case they are adjusted to the carrying cost of such asssets.

1.12 Prior Period and Extra Ordinary Items

Prior Period and Extra Ordinary items having material impact on the financial affairs of the Company are disclosed, wherever applicable. There is no major deviation in the accounting policy during the current year.

1.13 Provision for Current Tax and Deferred Tax

Provision for current tax is made after taking into consideration benefits admissible under the provisions of the Income Tax Act, 1961. Deferred tax resulting from "timing difference" between taxable and accounting income is accounted for using the tax rates and laws that are enacted or substantively enacted as on the balance sheet date. Deferred tax asset is recognized and carried forward only to the extent that there is virtual certainty that the asset will be realized in future.

1.14 Provisions, Contingent Liabilities and Contingent Assets

Provisions involving substantial degree of estimation in measurement are recognized when there is a present obligation as a result of past events and it is probable that there will be an outflow of resources. Contingent Liabilities are not recognized but are disclosed in the notes. Contingent assets are neither recognized nor disclosed in the financial statements.

1.15 Earnings per Share

The Company reports basic and diluted earnings per equity share in accordance with Accounting Standard-20. Basic earnings per equity share have been computed dividing net profit after tax attributable to equity shareholders by the weighted average number of equity shares outstanding during the year. Diluted earnings during the year adjusted for effects of all dilutive potential equity shares per equity share is computed using the weighted average number of equity shares and dilutive potential equity shares outstanding during the year. For Basic and diluted earnings before extra-ordinary items, the amount of extra-ordinary items and tax thereon are excluded for computation.

1.16 Employee Benefits

a) Short-term employee benefits are recognized as an expense at the undiscounted amount in the Statement of Profit and Loss of the year in which the related services are rendered.

b) Post-employment and other long term employee benefits are recognized as an expense in the Statement of Profit and Loss for the year in which employee has rendered services. The expense is recognized at the present value of the amounts payable determined using actuarial valuation techniques. Actuarial gains and losses in respect of post employment and other long term benefits are charged to the Statement of Profit and Loss.

1.17 Segment Reporting

As per the Accounting Standard (AS-17) on "Segment Reporting", segment information has been furnished under the note to Consolidated Financial Statements.

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Mar 31, 2011

1. Basis of Accounting

The financial statements have been prepared under historical cost convention and following the accrual method of accounting in accordance with the applicable mandatory accounting standards notified by the companies (Accounting Standards) Rules,2006 and the relevant provisions of Companies Act,1956. The accounting is on the basis of going concern concept.

2. Use of Estimates

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

3. Revenue Recognition

All income and expenditure are accounted for on accrual basis as stated herein except in respect of such items as are specifically mentioned hereunder and in the notes.

Sales Income is accounted inclusive of excise duty and sales tax wherever applicable but net of trade discounts. The corresponding duties and taxes are included under Rent,rates and taxes. The above policy is consistently followed by the Company.

Other Income – a) Interest Income is accounted at applicable coupon rates on respective investments, on time basis. b) Dividend income is accounted as and when received.

4. Fixed Assets and Depreciation/Amortization

Fixed assets are stated at cost less accumulated depreciation /amortization. Direct costs are capitalized until fixed assets are ready for use. These costs include freight, installation costs, duties and taxes and other directly attributable costs incurred to bring the assets to their working condition for intended use. Borrowing costs directly attributable to acquisition of those fixed assets which necessarily take a substantial period of time to get ready for their intended use are capitalized.

Depreciation on fixed assets is provided using the straight-line method at the rates specified in Schedule XIV to the Companies Act, 1956.

Depreciation is calculated on a pro-rata basis for assets purchased / sold during the year with reference to the month in which the fixed assets are put to use or commissioned. Individual assets costing less than Rs. 5000 are depreciated in full in the year of acquisition.

Capital Work-in-progress comprises outstanding advances paid to acquire fixed assets and the cost of fixed assets that are not yet ready for their intended use at the balance sheet date. Capital work-in progress is stated at cost.

5. Impairment of Fixed Assets

The Company assesses at each balance sheet date whether there is any indication that an asset may be impaired. If any such indication exists, the Company estimates the recoverable amount of the asset. If such recoverable amount of the asset or the recoverable amount of the cash generating unit to which the asset belongs is less than its carrying amount, the carrying amount is reduced to its recoverable amount. The reduction is treated as an impairment loss and is recognized in the profit and loss account. If at the balance sheet date there is an indication that if a previously assessed impairment loss no longer exists, the recoverable amount is reassessed and the asset is reflected at the recoverable amount subject to a maximum of depreciated historical cost.

6. Cash flow Statement

Cash flows are reported using the indirect method, whereby profit before tax is adjusted for the effects of transactions of a non-cash nature and any deferrals or accruals of past or future cash receipts or payments. The cash flows from regular revenue generating, financing and investing activities of the Company are segregated.

7. Investments

Long term investments are stated at cost less provision for diminution in value other than temporary if any, in the opinion of the management. Short term investments are valued at cost or fair value whichever is lower.

8. Inventories

Inventories are stated as under:

a) Finished Goods: At cost or net realizable value whichever is lower.

b) Work-in-Progress: At all direct costs and applicable production overheads to bring the goods to the present location and condition.

c) Raw materials and Stores & Spares: At landed cost on First-in – Fist-Out basis.

9. Foreign Currency Transaction

Foreign Exchange transactions are recorded at the exchange rates prevailing at the time of transaction.

Assets and Liabilities expressed in Foreign currencies (to the extent not covered against exchange fluctuations) are translated into Indian Rupees at the exchange rate prevailing at the Balance Sheet date and any loss or gain arising there from has been included in Finance charges as per the provisions of Accounting Standards 16 and 11(Revised) issued by The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India.

10. Prior Period and Extra Ordinary Items

Prior Period and Extra Ordinary items having material impact on the financial affairs of the Company are disclosed, wherever applicable. There is no major deviation in the accounting policy during the current year.

11. Taxation

Income tax expense comprises current tax (i.e. amount of tax for the period determined in accordance with the income tax law), deferred tax charge or credit (reflecting the tax effects of the timing differences between accounting income and taxable income for the period). The deferred tax charge or credit and the corresponding deferred tax liabilities and assets are recognized using the tax rates that have been enacted or substantially enacted by the balance Sheet date.

Deferred tax assets are recognized only to the extent there is reasonable certainty that the assets can be realised in future. However, where there is unabsorbed depreciation or carry forward of losses, deferred tax assets are recognised only if there is a virtual certainty that sufficient future taxable income will be available against which such deferred tax asset can be realised. 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.

Current tax and deferred tax assets and liabilities are offset to the extent to which the Company has a legally enforceable right to set off and they relate to taxes on income levied by the same governing taxation laws.

Tax on distributable profits payable by the company in accordance with the provisions of Income-tax Act,1961 is disclosed in accordance with the guidance note on Accounting for Corporate Dividend Tax issued by the ICAI.

12. Borrowing Costs

Borrowing costs that are attributable to acquisition or construction of qualifying assets are included as part of the cost of such assets.

13. Provisions

The company recognizes provision when there is a present obligation of the enterprise arising from past events, settlement of which is expected to result in a outflow from the enterprise of resources embodying economic benefits which can be measured only by using a substantial degree of estimation.

Provision for contractual obligation has been provided for in accounts based on management`s assessment of the probable outcome with reference to the available information supplemented by experience of similar transactions.

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. Where 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.

Contingent assets are neither recognized nor disclosed in the financial statements.

14. Earnings Per Share

The Company reports basic and diluted earnings per equity share in accordance with Accounting Standard-20. Basic earnings per equity share have been computed dividing net profit after tax attributable to equity shareholders by the weighted average number of equity shares outstanding during the year. Diluted earnings during the year adjusted for effects of all dilutive potential equity shares per equity share is computed using the weighted average number of equity shares and dilutive potential equity shares outstanding during the year. For Basic and diluted earnings before extra-ordinary items, the amount of extra-ordinary items and tax thereon are excluded for computation.

15. Retirement and Other Benefits

Contribution to Provident Fund is made as per the provisions of Employees Provident Fund and Miscellaneous Provisions Act, 1952 and charged to Profit and Loss Account and disclosed separately.

Gratuity and Leave encashment has been provided as per Actuarial Valuation.

16. Segment Reporting

A. Business Segments:

Based on the guiding principles given in Accounting Standard – 17 'Segment Reporting', the Company's business segments include Liquor(IMFL) and Power.

B. Segment Accounting Policies

In addition to the significant accounting policies applicable to the business segments as given in notes, the accounting policies in relation to segment accounting are as under:

a. Joint revenue and expenses of segments are allocated amongst them on a reasonable basis. All other segment revenue and expenses are directly attributable to the segments.

b. Segment assets include all operating assets used by a segment and consist principally of operating cash, debtors, inventories and fixed assets, net of allowances and provisions, which are reported as direct offsets in the balance sheet. Segment liabilities include all operating liabilities and consist principally of creditors and accrued liabilities. Segment assets and liabilities do not include deferred income taxes, share capital, reserves, loans investments, miscellaneous expenditure and profit and loss appropriation account. While most of the assets / liabilities can be directly attributed to the individual segments, the carrying amount of certain assets / liabilities pertaining to both segments are allocated to the segments on a reasonable basis.

c. Inter segment sales between operating segments are accounted at market price. These transactions are eliminated in consolidation.

17. Miscellaneous Expenditure

Miscellaneous expenditure includes deferred revenue expenditure which is written off over the period of Ten years on straight line method.

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Mar 31, 2010

1. Basis of Accounting

The financial statements are prepared and presented in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles in India and the provisions of the Companies Act, 1956. The Company follows the accrual method of accounting under historical cost convention.

2. Recognition of Income & Expenditure

All income and expenditure are accounted for on accrual basis as stated herein except in respect of such items as are specifically mentioned hereunder and in the notes.

Sales Income are accounted inclusive of excise duty and sales tax wherever applicable but net of trade discounts.

3. Fixed Assets and Depreciation

Fixed assets are stated at their original cost of acquisition (including expenditure for the acquisition and/or installation) less accumulated depreciation.

Depreciation on Fixed Assets has been provided on straight line method at the applicable rates prescribed under Schedule IV to the Companies Act, 1956. Depreciation on addition to fixed assets during the year is reckoned on a pro rata basis with reference to the month in which the fixed assets are put to use or commissioned.

Fixed Assets costing less than Rs.5,000/- are depreciated fully In the year of acquisition.

4. Impairment of Fixed Assets

Wherever events of changes in circumstances indicate that the carrying value of fixed assets may be impaired, the Company subjects such assets to a test of reeoverability based on discounted cash flows expected from use or disposal thereof. If the assets are impaired, the Company recognizes as impairment loss as the difference between the carrying value and fair value less cost of sale. None of the Companys fixed assets are considered impaired as on the Balance Sheet date.

5. Capital Work in Progress

Capital work in progress is stated at cost

6. Investments

Investments are classified as Long Term Investments.

All long-term investments are stated at cost. Provision for diminution in value, other than temporary, is considered wherever necessary on an individual basis.

Investment cost is arrived at weighted average method for the purpose of valuation of investment.

7. Inventories

Inventories are valued as under:

a) Finished Goods: At cost or market value wherever is lower.

b) Work-in-Progress: At material cost, labour and proportionate direct overheads.

c) Raw materials and Stores & Spares: At landed cost on FIFO basis.

8. Foreign Currency Transaction

Foreign Exchange transactions are recorded at the exchange rates prevailing at the time of transaction.

Assets and Liabilities expressed in Foreign currencies (to the extent not covered against exchange fluctuations) are translated into Indian Rupees at the exchange rate prevailing at the Balance Sheet date and any loss or gain arising there from has been included in Finance charges as per the provisions of Accounting Standards 16 and 11 issued by The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India.

9. Prior Period and Extra Ordinary Items

Prior Period and Extra Ordinary items having material impact on the financial affairs of the Company are disclosed, wherever applicable.

10. Retirement and Other Benefits

Contribution to Provident Fund is made as per the provisions of Employees Provident Fund and Miscellaneous Provisions Act, 1952 and charged to Profit and Loss Account and disclosed separately.

Gratuity has been provided as per Actuarial Valuation.

Leave encashment is accounted as and when leave encashment is paid to the employees.

11. Income Tax

The income tax liability is provided in accordance with the provisions of the Income Tax Act, 1961. Deferred tax is recognized, subject to consideration of prudence, on timing differences, being the difference between taxable incomes and accounting income that originate in one period and are capable of reversal in one or more subsequent periods.

12. Segment Reporting

A. Business Segments:

Based on the guiding principles given in Accounting Standard -17 Segment Reporting, the Companys business segments include Liquor(IMFL) and Power.

B. SegmentAccounting Policies

In addition to the significant accounting policies applicable to the business segments as given in notes, the accounting policies in relation to segment accounting are as under:

a. Joint revenue and expenses of segments are allocated amongst them on a reasonable basis. All other segment revenue and expenses are directly attributable to the segments.

b. Segment assets include all operating assets used by a segment and consist principally of operating cash, debtors, inventories and fixed assets, net of allowances and provisions, which are reported as direct offsets in the balance sheet. Segment liabilities include all operating liabilities and consist principally of creditors and accrued liabilities. Segment assets and liabilities do not include deferred income taxes, share capital, reserves, loans investments, miscellaneous expenditure and profit and loss appropriation account. While most of the assets / liabilities can be directly attributed to the individual segments, the carrying amount of certain assets / liabilities pertaining to both segments are allocated to the segments on a reasonable basis.

c) Term loan - Power division, from Andhra Bank, Anna Salai, Chennai for Rs.1513.83 lacs and Rs.395.10 lacs is secured by way of first charge on the fixed assets including plant and machineries of Aranthangi division and by personal guarantee of two Directors.

d) Working capital facility- Power division, from Andhra Bank, Anna Salai, Chennai for Rs.304.43 lacs is secured by hypothecation of raw materials, stores and consumables, work-in-process, finished goods and sales receivables (not older than 90 days) and by second charge on the fixed assets including plant and machineries of Aranthangi division and by personal guarantee of two Directors.

e) Corporate Loan from Andhra Bank for Rs.2893.10 lacs: - collateral security of land and building belonging to associate company, M/s. AppolloAlchobev Ltd, Bangalore and by hypothecation of 55.47 acres of wind mill land situated at Periyakumarapalayalam.Dharapuram Taluk.