Mar 31, 2024
Your Directors have pleasure in submitting their 98th Annual Report together with the Audited Statement of Accounts for the year ended 31st March, 2024.
The financial results of the Company (Standalone) are summarized as under:
|
Rs. in Lakhs |
||
|
Particular |
Year ended |
Year ended |
|
31.03.2024 |
31.03.2023 |
|
|
Gross Profit/(Loss) before Depreciation, Finance Cost, Taxation and Extra Ordinary Items |
1335.55 |
354.14 |
|
Finance Cost |
1009.51 |
931.62 |
|
Profit /(Loss) before Depreciation, Taxation & Extra Ordinary Items |
326.04 |
(577.48) |
|
Depreciation |
160.87 |
111.30 |
|
Profit / (Loss) before Taxation |
165.17 |
(688.78) |
|
Provision for Taxation: - Current Tax (MAT) - Deferred Tax - Income Tax (excess) Provision of Earlier Years - MAT Credit Written Off of Earlier Years |
39.29 |
(62.05) |
|
Profit/ (Loss) after Tax |
125.88 |
(626.73) |
|
Other Comprehensive Income (net of tax) |
8.08 |
1.16 |
|
Total Comprehensive Income |
117.80 |
(625.57) |
Your Directors are pleased to state that:-
1. The Company had launched the Commercial Tower-1 ("CT-1") project, to augment its retail offering the construction of which was completed during the year under review. This project got a strong market response and the leasing of the same is completed.
2. The Company''s next project known as "RB-101, is under development in full swing.
MATERIAL CHANGES AND COMMITMENTS AFTER THE END OF FINANCIAL YEAR 2023-24
There have been no material changes and commitments affecting the financial position of the Company between the end of the financial year and date of the report.
There was no transfer made to any Reserve during the year FY 2023-24.
To conserve the resources your directors do not recommend dividend on the equity shares of the Company for the financial year 2023-24.
MANAGEMENT DISCUSSION AND ANALYSISi. Industry Review, Developments and Outlook
The Company is focused on Commercial Real Estate, with particular focus on Office and Retail Segment. This year under review continued to see increasingly strong demand for commercial real estate in Pune.
ii. Opportunities and Threats
India''s strong macroeconomic performance and financial sector stability has augured well for the real estate sector in India and particularly in Pune. The commercial and retail segment, saw strong demand coming from both domestic and international businesses. Buoyed by the opportunities that the Indian real estate market presents, your company aspires to achieve strong growth over the next coming years.
However the Company''s results are subject to risks of market, volatility in interest rates and increase in input cost, among other risks.
Your Company has only one segment i.e. Construction and Real Estate Development. Revenue and expenses have been identified on the basis of accounting standard as applicable and guidance note issued by Institute of Chartered Accountant of India for this sector.
iv. Key Financial Ratios Analysis
|
Key Financial Ratios |
For the year ended 31/03/2024 |
For the year ended 31/03/2023 |
Increase / Decrease (in % terms) |
Reason for variances |
|
Current Ratio |
1.24 |
1.13 |
9% |
Increase in debtors as compared to previous year |
|
Debt-Equity Ratio |
12.41 |
11.39 |
9% |
Increase in debt as compared to previous year. |
|
Debt Service Coverage Ratio |
0.67 |
0.38 |
74% |
Increase in profit as compared to previous year losses |
|
Return on Equity Ratio |
0.10 |
-0.56 |
-118% |
Increase in profit as compared to previous year losses |
|
Inventory turnover ratio |
8.89 |
0.62 |
1334% |
Reduction in average inventory as compared to previous year |
|
Debtors turnover ratio |
2.55 |
1.95 |
31% |
Increase in operating revenue as compared to previous year |
|
Interest Coverage Ratio |
0.86 |
0.38 |
127% |
Increase in profit as compared to previous year losses |
|
Operating Profit Margin (%) |
0.55 |
0.18 |
195% |
Increase in operating profit during the year |
|
Trade payables turnover ratio |
3.02 |
3.51 |
-14% |
Decrease in purchases |
|
Net capital turnover ratio |
3.60 |
-2.82 |
-228% |
Increase in operating revenue as compared to previous year |
|
Net profit (%) |
0.06 |
-0.33 |
-118% |
Increase in profit as compared to previous year losses |
|
Return on Net Worth (%) |
0.10 |
-0.56 |
-118% |
Higher EBIT due to increase in operating revenue as compared to previous year |
|
Return on investment |
0.09 |
0.08 |
18% |
Increase in interest on investment as compared to previous year |
The higher interest environment, and the uncertainty in reduction of interest rates, is a negative for the industry, also input costs still remain elevated.
vi. Internal Control Systems and their Adequacy
The Company has a well-defined organization structure, documented policy guidelines, predefined authority levels, and an extensive system of internal controls system. An independent internal audit firm appointed by the Company conducts audits to ensure adequacy of internal control systems, adherence to management policies and compliance with the laws and regulations.
vii. Financial Performance
During the year under review Company''s operational income is Rs.2,122.71 lakhs (previous year 1,887.74 lakhs) and other income is Rs. 178.63 lakhs (previous year Rs. 90.95 lakhs). Company has generated a profit of Rs. 117.80 lakhs (previous year Loss of Rs. 625.57 lakhs).
viii. Material development in Human Resources
Your Company firmly believes that success of a company comes from good Human Resources. Employees are considered an important asset and key to its success. The employee''s relation continued to be satisfactory.
DIRECTORS AND KEY MANAGERIAL PERSONNEL
Mr. Shridhar Pittie (DIN No.: 00562400), Director of the Company retires by rotation in accordance with the provisions of Section 152 of the Companies Act, 2013 (Act) at the ensuing Annual General Meeting (AGM) and is eligible for re-appointment. He was re-appointed as Chairman & Managing Director of the Company for a period of three years with effect from June 30, 2023 by the Board at its meeting held on May 30, 2023.
In terms of Section 203 of the Act, the following are the Key Managerial Personnel (KMP) of the Company:
⢠Mr. Shridhar Pittie- Chairman & Managing Director
⢠Mr. Sajjan Kumar Jhunjhunwala- Chief Financial Officer
⢠Mr. Akash Joshi- Company Secretary & Compliance Officer
DECLARATION FROM INDEPENDENT DIRECTORS
Mr. Nayankumar C. Mirani (DIN No.: 00045197), Mr. Mohan V. Tanksale (DIN No.: 02971181), Mr. Sandeep G. Gokhale and Mrs. Ranjana Kaul (DIN No.: 07122917) independent directors of the Company had submitted declarations that each of them meet the criteria of independence as provided in sub Section (6) of Section 149 of the Act and Regulation 16(1)(b) of the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015 ("SEBI Listing Regulations" and there has been no change in the circumstances which may affect their status as Independent Director during the year. In the opinion of the Board, the Independent Directors possess appropriate balance of skills, experience and knowledge, as required. In terms of Regulation 25(8) of SEBI Listing Regulations, independent directors have confirmed that they are not aware of any circumstance or situation which exists or may be reasonably anticipated that could impair or impact their ability to discharge their duties.
NUMBERS OF MEETINGS OF THE BOARD
During the year 2023-24, six board meetings were convened and held i.e on 30.05.2023, 11.08.2023, 15.09.2023, 07.11.2023, 29.11.2023 and 14.02.2024. The maximum interval between the meetings did not exceed the period prescribed under Companies Act, 2013. Details of attendance are attached and form part of the Annual Report.
COMMITTEE OF BOARD OF DIRECTORS
The Committees of the Board have been constituted/ reconstituted in accordance with the provisions of the Companies Act, 2013. Currently, the Board has the following Committees:
Audit Committee, Nomination & Remuneration Committee and Stakeholder Relationship Committee. The details pertaining to composition of meetings held during the year and the attendance of directors in respect of the meetings of these Committees are attached and form part of the Annual Report.
WHISTLE BLOWER POLICY / VIGIL MECHANISM
The Company has formulated and published a Whistle Blower Policy to provide a mechanism ("Vigil Mechanism") for employees including directors of the Company to report genuine concerns. The provisions of this policy are in line with the
provisions of the Section 177 (9) of the Act. The Whistle Blower Policy (Vigil Mechanism) is uploaded on the
Company''s website:- http://www.rajabahadur.com
POLICY ON DIRECTORS'' APPOINTMENT AND REMUNERATION AND CRITERIA FOR INDEPENDENT DIRECTORS
The remuneration policy for directors and senior management and the criteria for selection of candidates for appointment as directors, independent directors, senior management as adopted by the Board of Directors are placed on the Company''s website at (https://www.rajabahadur.com/coc.php). There has been no change in the policies since the last fiscal year.
The Board of Directors affirm that the remuneration paid to the directors is as per the terms laid out in the remuneration policy of the Company.
EVALUATION OF BOARD, ITS COMMITTEES AND INDIVIDUAL DIRECTORS
An annual evaluation of the Board''s own performance, Board Committees and Individual Directors was carried out pursuant to the provisions of the Act in the following manner:
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Sr. No. |
Performance evaluation of |
Performance evaluation performed by |
Criteria |
|
1. |
Each Individual Directors |
Nomination and Remuneration Committee |
Attendance, contribution to the Board and Committee meetings like preparedness on the issues to be discussed, meaningful and constructive contribution and guidance provided, key performance aspects in case of executive directors etc. |
|
2. |
Independent Directors |
Entire Board of Directors excluding the Director who is being evaluated |
Attendance, contribution to the Board and Committee meetings like preparedness on the issues to be discussed, meaningful and constructive contribution, and guidance provided etc. |
|
3. |
Board, and its Committees |
All Directors |
Board composition and structure, effectiveness of Board processes, Evaluation of risk, look into governance and compliance, review grievance of investor, check availability of sufficient funds, information and functioning, |
|
fulfilment of key responsibilities, performance of specific duties and obligations, timely flow of information, contribution to the discussion, etc. The assessment of committees based on the terms of reference of the committees and effectiveness of the meetings. |
The Board of Directors of the Company has framed a risk management policy and is responsible for reviewing the risk management plan and ensuring its effectiveness. The audit committee has additional oversight in the area of financial risks and controls. Major risks identified by the businesses and functions are systematically addressed through mitigating actions on a continuing basis. More details on risk management are covered in the Management Discussion and Analysis, forming a part of the Annual Report.
DIRECTORS RESPONSIBILTY STATEMENT
To the best of their knowledge and belief and according to the information and explanation obtained, your Directors make the following statements in terms of Section 134(5) of the Companies Act, 2013:
i. that in the preparation of the annual accounts for year ended 31st March, 2024, the applicable accounting standards have been followed along with proper explanation relating to material departures, if any;
ii. that such accounting policies have been selected and applied them consistently and made judgments and estimates that are reasonable and prudent so as to give a true and fair view of the state of affairs of the Company at the end of the financial year on 31st March, 2024 and of the profit of the Company for the year ended on that date;
iii. that proper and sufficient care have been taken for the maintenance of adequate accounting records in accordance with the provisions of the Companies Act, 2013 for safeguarding the assets of the Company and for preventing and detecting fraud and other irregularities;
iv. that the annual accounts have been prepared on a ''going concern'' basis;
v. that proper internal financial controls were in place and that such internal financial controls are adequate and were operating effectively;
vi. that systems to ensure compliance with the provisions of all applicable laws were in place and that such systems were adequate and operating effectively.
The Company has in place adequate system of internal financial controls over financial reporting as required under the Act. Internal control systems comprising of policies and procedures are designed to ensure sound management of your Company''s operations, safekeeping of its assets, optimal utilization of resources, reliability of its financial information and compliance. The Audit Committee of the Board reviews the internal control systems with the Management, Internal Auditors and Statutory Auditors.
DETAILS OF SUBSIDIARIES/ JOINT VENTURES/ ASSOCIATES
Raja Bahadurs Realty Limited is wholly owned subsidiary of the Company is engaged in the business of real estate and property development activities. The salient features of the financial summary statement in Form AOC - 1 is enclosed as "Annexure - D."
The Company does not have any Joint Ventures / Associates.
CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
The Consolidated Financial Statements have been prepared in accordance with the provisions of the Section 129 of the Act, read with the Companies (Accounts) Rules, 2014, applicable Indian Accounting Standards (IND-AS) and the provisions of the Listing Regulations and forms part of the Annual Report.
During the year, the Company has not accepted any public deposits in terms of Section 73 of the Act.
Pursuant to the provisions of Section 134(3)(a) and Section 92 of the Act read with Rule 12 of the Companies (Management and Administration) Rules, 2014 Annual Return of the Company as at 31st March, 2024 is uploaded on the website of the Company at Web link: https://www.rajabahadur.com/coc.php.
STATUTORY AUDITORS AND AUDITORS REPORT
Pursuant to the provisions of Section 139 of the Companies Act, 2013 read with the Companies (Audit and Auditors) Rules, 2014, M/s. Jain P.C. & Associates, Chartered Accountants (FRN No. 126313W) were appointed as Statutory Auditors of the Company for second term for a period of five years at the 96th AGM held on 08.08.2022 to hold office till the conclusion of the aGm to be held in the year 2027.
M/s. Jain P.C. & Associates, Statutory Auditors have confirmed that they are not disqualified to act as Auditors and are eligible to hold office as Statutory Auditors of your Company and they would continue to hold the office of Statutory Auditors for the financial year 2023-24.
During the year under review, the statutory Auditors had not reported any matter under Section 143 (12) of the Act, therefore no detail is required to be disclosed under Section 134 (3)(f) of the Act.
There were no qualification/ adverse remark/ observation of the statutory Auditors relating to financial statement and they have given unmodified opinion report.
Pursuant to the provisions of Section 204 and other applicable provisions of the Companies Act, 2013, Parikh & Associates, Practicing Company Secretaries Secretarial Auditors have issued the Secretarial Auditors'' Report and their report is attached hereto as "Annexure-A".
The Company has devised proper systems to ensure compliance with the provisions of all applicable secretarial standards issued by the Institute of Company Secretaries of India and that such systems are adequate and operating effectively.
The provisions of section 148 are not applicable to the Company and accordingly the maintenance of cost records as specified by the Central Government under subsection (1) of section 148 of the Companies Act, 2013, is not required.
PARTICULARS OF REMUNERATION TO EMPLOYEES
Disclosures with respect to the remuneration of Directors, KMPs and employees as required under Section 197(12) of the Companies Act, 2013 read with Rule 5(1) of the Companies (Appointment and Remuneration of Managerial Personnel) Rules, 2014 are given in "Annexure-B" to this Report.
Details of employees remuneration as required under provisions of Section 197(12) of the Companies Act, 2013 read with Rule 5(2) & 5(3) of Companies (Appointment and Remuneration of Managerial Personnel) Rules, 2014 are available on your Company''s website at (https://www.rajabahadur.com/Dis.php).
The Board has framed a policy for related party transactions. Particulars of transactions with related parties pursuant to Section 134(3)(h) of the Act read with rule 8(2) of the Companies (Accounts) Rules, 2014 are given in Form AOC-2 and the same forms part of this report as "Annexure-C".
CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY (CSR)
The provisions of Section 135 of the Companies Act, 2013 ("the Act") read with Companies (Corporate Social Responsibility Policy) Rules, 2014 are not applicable to your Company.
DISCLOSURE UNDER THE SEXUAL HARASSMENT OF WOMEN AT WORKPLACE PREVENTION, PROHIBITION AND REDRESSAL) ACT, 2013
The company has in place an Anti-Sexual Harassment Policy in line with the requirements of The Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013 and rules made thereunder. All employees (permanent, contractual, temporary, trainees) are covered under this policy.
The Company has complied with provisions relating to the constitution of Internal Complaints Committee under the Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013 and has not received any complaint of sexual harassment during the financial year 2023-24.
The Company has paid the listing fees to BSE Limited for the year 2024-2025.
INSIDER TRADING REGULATIONS AND CODE OF DISCLOSURE
The Board of Directors has adopted the Code of Practices and Procedures for Fair Disclosure of Unpublished Price Sensitive Information and Code of Internal Procedures and Conduct for Regulating, Monitoring and reporting of Trading by Insiders in accordance with the requirements of the SEBI (Prohibition of Insider Trading) Regulation, 2015 and is available on our website (www.rajabahadur.com)
PARTICULARS OF LOANS, GUARANTEES AND INVESTMENTS
The Company has not given any loans or guarantees or made investments in contravention of the provisions of the Section 186 of the Companies Act, 2013. The details of the loans and guarantees given and investments made by the Company are provided in the notes to the financial statements.
CONSERVATION OF ENERGY, TECHNOLOGY ABSORPTION, FOREIGN EXCHANGE EARNINGS AND OUTGO
In view of nature of business of the Company, particulars regarding conservation of energy and technology absorption are not given. However, the Company has taken various measures to conserve energy at all levels.
There was no foreign exchange earnings and outgo during the year under report.
As per SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015 Corporate Governance is not applicable to the Company.
SIGNIFICANT AND MATERIAL ORDERS PASSED BY THE REGULATORS OR COURTS
No significant or material orders were passed by any regulator or court that would impact the going concern status of the Company and its future operations.
The Board of Directors are thankful to its Bankers and Institutions for the support and financial assistance from time to time.
Your Directors are pleased to place on record their sincere appreciation to all the employees of the Company whose untiring efforts have made achieving its goal possible. Your Directors wish to thank the Central and State Governments, customers, suppliers, business associates, shareholders for their continued support and for the faith reposed in your Company.
Mar 31, 2023
Your Directors have pleasure in submitting their 97th Annual Report together with the Audited Statement of Accounts for the year ended 31st March, 2023.
The financial results of the Company (Standalone) are summarized as under:
|
Particular |
Year ended 31.03.2023 |
Year ended 31.03.2022 |
|
Gross Profit/(Loss) before Depreciation, Finance Cost, Taxation and Extra Ordinary Items |
354.14 |
297.97 |
|
Finance Cost |
931.62 |
1030.44 |
|
Profit / (Loss) before Depreciation, Taxation & Extra Ordinary Items |
(577.48) |
(732.47) |
|
Depreciation |
111.30 |
107.73 |
|
Profit / (Loss) before Taxation |
(688.78) |
(840.21) |
|
Provision for Taxation: - Current Tax (MAT) - Deferred Tax - Income Tax (excess) Provision of Earlier Years - MAT Credit Written Off of Earlier Years |
(62.05) |
(350.82) |
|
Profit/ (Loss) after Tax |
(626.73) |
(489.38) |
|
Other Comprehensive Income (net of tax) |
1.16 |
3.57 |
|
Total Comprehensive Income |
(625.57) |
(485.81) |
Your Directors are pleased to state that:-
1. The Company''s "The Mills" project at Pune is at full occupancy, and during the year, the Company was able to induct a leading national restaurant chain as our esteemed client. This is a testament to the growing reputation of The Mills, as a leading destination in Pune.
2. To augment its retail offering, the Company had launched the RBCT-1 project, the construction of which is nearly complete. This project has gotten a strong market response and the leasing of the same is substantially completed.
3. During the year company was able to sell all its flat duly finished at "Pittie Kourtyard" Kharadi, Pune.
4. The Company''s next project RB101, is also under development.
There have been no material changes and commitments affecting the financial position of the Company between the end of the financial year and date of the report.
Despite Covid-19 Pandemic, the company has been able to retain its licensees. The Company expects to recover the carrying amounts of its assets. However it will depend on future development which remain uncertain.
There was no transfer made to any Reserve during the year FY 2022-23.
To conserve the resources your directors do not recommend dividend on the equity shares of the Company for the financial year 2022-23.
The Company is focused on Commercial Real Estate, with particular focus on Office and Retail Segment. The Office market in Pune has recovered from the lows during Covid, whereas the Retail Segment continues to perform well. This year saw the announcement of the Nexus REIT, which gives an indication of the way forward even in the retail segment. Both these segments display a relatively consolidated industry structure, and will continue to do so.
ii. Opportunities and Threats
Real Estate, and in particular Pune, is likely to be a bright spot. A number of connectivity initiatives, including the Mumbai Trans-Harbour Link and the Missing Link project on the expressway. This bodes well for capital values in Pune. A number of intra-city connectivity projects are also on-going, the Pune Metro is getting commission, in a stage wise manner, the Airport extension, River Road and the Ring Road, are also underway.
Generally, the higher interest environment, and the uncertainty in reduction of interest rates, caused by higher inflation prints, is a negative for the industry. While WPI have cooled, input costs still remain elevated.
Your Company has only one segment i.e. Construction and Real Estate Development. Revenue and expenses have been identified on the basis of accounting standard as applicable and guidance note issued by Institute of Chartered Accountant of India for this sector.
iv. Key Financial Ratios Analysis
|
Key Financial Ratios |
31/03/2023 |
31/03/2022 |
Increase / Decrease (in % terms) |
Reason for variances |
|
Debtors turnover ratio |
1.95 |
3.57 |
-45% |
Decrease in trade receivables and credit sales. |
|
Inventory turnover ratio |
0.62 |
1.85 |
-66% |
Due to decrease in average inventory. |
|
Interest Coverage Ratio |
0.380 |
0.289 |
31% |
Increase due to reduction of finance cost and increase in EBITD. |
|
Current Ratio |
1.13 |
0.81 |
39% |
Due to increase in cash balance and deposit with Government Aauthorities. |
|
Debt-Equity Ratio |
11.39 |
4.59 |
148% |
Loss for the year due to decrease in operating revenue in current year as compared to previous year and increase in debt. |
|
Operating Profit Margin (%) |
0.18 |
0.28 |
-36% |
Change in revenue mix |
|
Net profit Margin (%) |
-0.33 |
-0.16 |
108% |
Decrease in operating revenue |
|
Return on Net Worth Ratio |
-0.56 |
-0.28 |
100% |
Lower EBIT |
The higher interest environment, and the uncertainty in reduction of interest rates, is a negative for the industry, also input costs still remain elevated.
The Company has a well-defined organization structure, documented policy guidelines, predefined authority levels, and an extensive system of internal controls system. An independent internal audit firm appointed by the Company conducts audits to ensure adequacy of internal control systems, adherence to management policies and compliance with the laws and regulations.
During the year under review Company''s operational income is Rs.1,887.74 lakhs (previous year 3,068.58 lakhs) and other income is Rs. 90.95 lakhs (previous year Rs. 65.20 lakhs). Company has generated a Loss of Rs. 625.57 lakhs (previous year Loss of Rs. 485.82 lakhs).
Your Company firmly believes that success of a company comes from good Human Resources. Employees are considered an important asset and key to its success. The employee''s relation continued to be satisfactory.
Mr. Shridhar Pittie (DIN No.: 00562400), Director of the Company retires by rotation in accordance with the provisions of Section 152 of the Companies Act, 2013 (Act) at the ensuing Annual General Meeting (AGM) and is eligible for re-appointment. He was re-appointed as Chairman & Managing Director of the Company for a period of three years with effect from June 30, 2023 by the Board at its meeting held on May 30, 2023.
Mrs. Ranjana Kaul (DIN No.: 07122917) was appointed as an Additional and Independent Director of the Company by the Board on February 14, 2023. Further, the Board also appointed her as an independent director for a period of five years with effect from February 14, 2023 subject to the approval of shareholders in the upcoming AGM.
Necessary resolutions for the aforesaid Directors are proposed at the ensuing AGM for approval by the members.
Mrs. Malvika S. Pittie (DIN No.: 00730352) resigned from her office as Non-Executive Director of the Company w.e.f March 23, 2023. The Board placed on record the sincere appreciation of valuable advice/ service rendered by her, during her tenure as NonExecutive Director of Company.
In terms of Section 203 of the Act, the following are the Key Managerial Personnel (KMP) of the Company:
⢠Mr. Shridhar Pittie- Chairman & Managing Director
⢠Mr. Sajjan Kumar Jhunjhunwala- Chief Financial Officer
⢠Mr. Akash Joshi- Company Secretary & Compliance Officer
Mr. Nayankumar C. Mirani (DIN No.: 00045197), Mr. Mohan V. Tanksale (DIN No.: 02971181), Mr. Sandeep G. Gokhale and Mrs. Ranjana Kaul (DIN No.: 07122917) additional and independent director of the Company had submitted declarations that each of them meet the criteria of independence as provided in sub Section (6) of Section 149 of the Act and Regulation 16(1)(b) of the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015 ("SEBI Listing Regulations" and there has been no change in the circumstances which may affect their status as Independent Director during the year. In the opinion of the Board, the Independent Directors possess appropriate balance of skills, experience and knowledge, as required. In terms of Regulation 25(8) of
SEBI Listing Regulations, independent directors have confirmed that they are not aware of any circumstance or situation which exists or may be reasonably anticipated that could impair or impact their ability to discharge their duties.
During the year 2022-23, four board meetings were convened and held i.e on 27.05.2022, 13.08.2022, 14.11.2022 and 14.02.2023. The maximum interval between the meetings did not exceed the period prescribed under Companies Act, 2013. Details of attendance are attached and form part of the Annual Report.
The Committees of the Board have been constituted/ reconstituted in accordance with the provisions of the Companies Act, 2013. Currently, the Board has the following Committees:
Audit Committee, Nomination & Remuneration Committee and Stakeholder Relationship Committee. The details pertaining to composition of meetings held during the year and the attendance of directors in respect of the meetings of these Committees are attached and form part of the Annual Report.
The Company has formulated and published a Whistle Blower Policy to provide a mechanism ("Vigil Mechanism") for employees including directors of the Company to report genuine concerns. The provisions of this policy are in line with the provisions of the Section 177 (9) of the Act. The Whistle Blower Policy (Vigil Mechanism) is uploaded on the
Company''s website:- http://www.rajabahadur.com
The remuneration policy for directors and senior management and the criteria for selection of candidates for appointment as directors, independent directors, senior management as adopted by the Board of Directors are placed on the Company''s website at (https://www.rajabahadur.com/coc.php). There has been no change in the policies since the last fiscal year.
The Board of Directors affirm that the remuneration paid to the directors is as per the terms laid out in the remuneration policy of the Company.
An annual evaluation of the Board''s own performance, Board Committees and Individual Directors was carried out pursuant to the provisions of the Act in the following manner:
|
Sr. |
Performance |
Performance |
Criteria |
|
No. |
evaluation of |
evaluation |
|
|
performed by |
|
1. |
Each Individual Directors |
Nomination and Remuneration Committee |
Attendance, contribution to the Board and Committee meetings like preparedness on the issues to be discussed, meaningful and constructive contribution and guidance provided, key performance aspects in case of executive directors etc. |
|
2. |
Independent Directors |
Entire Board of Directors excluding the Director who is being evaluated |
Attendance, contribution to the Board and Committee meetings like preparedness on the issues to be discussed, meaningful and constructive contribution, and guidance provided etc. |
|
3. |
Board, and its Committees |
All Directors |
Board composition and structure, effectiveness of Board processes, Evaluation of risk, look into governance and compliance, review grievance of investor, check availability of sufficient funds, information and functioning, fulfilment of key responsibilities, performance of specific duties and obligations, timely flow of information, contribution to the discussion, etc. The assessment of committees based on the terms of reference of the committees and effectiveness of the meetings. |
The Board of Directors of the Company has framed a risk management policy and is responsible for reviewing the risk management plan and ensuring its effectiveness. The audit committee has additional oversight in the area of financial risks and controls. Major risks identified by the businesses and functions are systematically addressed through mitigating actions on a continuing basis. More details on risk management are covered in the Management Discussion and Analysis, forming a part of the Annual Report.
The Covid-19 pandemic highlighted the importance of effective risk management and contingency planning and the Company and Board are evaluating this policy in view of the risks that have been particularly highlighted by the pandemic.
To the best of their knowledge and belief and according to the information and explanation obtained, your Directors make the following statements in terms of Section 134(5) of the Companies Act, 2013:
i. that in the preparation of the annual accounts for year ended 31st March, 2023, the applicable accounting standards have been followed along with proper explanation relating to material departures, if any;
ii. that such accounting policies have been selected and applied them consistently and made judgments and estimates that are reasonable and prudent so as to give a true and fair view of the state of affairs of the Company at the end of the financial year on 31st March, 2023 and of the loss of the Company for the year ended on that date;
iii. that proper and sufficient care have been taken for the maintenance of adequate accounting records in accordance with the provisions of the Companies Act, 2013 for safeguarding the assets of the Company and for preventing and detecting fraud and other irregularities;
iv. that the annual accounts have been prepared on a ''going concern'' basis;
v. that proper internal financial controls were in place and that such internal financial controls are adequate and were operating effectively;
vi. that systems to ensure compliance with the provisions of all applicable laws were in place and that such systems were adequate and operating effectively.
The Company has in place adequate system of internal financial controls over financial reporting as required under the Act. Internal control systems comprising of policies and procedures are designed to ensure sound management of your Company''s operations, safekeeping of its assets, optimal utilization of resources, reliability of its financial information and compliance. The Audit Committee of the Board reviews the internal control systems with the Management, Internal Auditors and Statutory Auditors.
Raja Bahadurs Realty Limited is wholly owned subsidiary of the Company is engaged in the business of real estate and property development activities. The salient features of the financial summary statement in Form AOC - 1 is enclosed as "Annexure - D."
The Company does not have any Joint Ventures / Associates.
The Consolidated Financial Statements have been prepared in accordance with the provisions of the Section 129 of the Act, read with the Companies (Accounts) Rules, 2014, applicable Indian Accounting Standards (IND-AS) and the provisions of the Listing Regulations and forms part of the Annual Report.
During the year, the Company has not accepted any public deposits in terms of Section 73 of the Act.
Pursuant to the provisions of Section 134(3)(a) and Section 92 of the Act read with Rule 12 of the Companies (Management and Administration) Rules, 2014 Annual Return of the
Company as at 31st March, 2023 is uploaded on the website of the Company at Web link: https://www.rajabahadur.com/coc.php.
Pursuant to the provisions of Section 139 of the Companies Act, 2013 read with the Companies (Audit and Auditors) Rules, 2014, M/s. Jain P.C. & Associates, Chartered Accountants (FRN No. 126313W) were appointed as Statutory Auditors of the Company for second term for a period of five years at the 96th AGM held on 08.08.2022 to hold office till the conclusion of the AGM to be held in the year 2027.
M/s. Jain P.C. & Associates, Statutory Auditors have confirmed that they are not disqualified to act as Auditors and are eligible to hold office as Statutory Auditors of your Company and they would continue to hold the office of Statutory Auditors for the financial year 2022-23.
During the year under review, the statutory Auditors had not reported any matter under Section 143 (12) of the Act, therefore no detail is required to be disclosed under Section 134 (3)(f) of the Act.
There were no qualification/ adverse remark/ observation of the statutory Auditors relating to financial statement and they have given unmodified opinion report.
Pursuant to the provisions of Section 204 and other applicable provisions of the Companies Act, 2013, Parikh & Associates, Practicing Company Secretaries Secretarial Auditors have issued the Secretarial Auditors'' Report and their report is attached hereto as "Annexure-A".
The Company has devised proper systems to ensure compliance with the provisions of all applicable secretarial standards issued by the Institute of Company Secretaries of India and that such systems are adequate and operating effectively.
The provisions of section 148 are not applicable to the Company and accordingly the maintenance of cost records as specified by the Central Government under sub-section (1) of section 148 of the Companies Act, 2013, is not required.
Disclosures with respect to the remuneration of Directors, KMPs and employees as required under Section 197(12) of the Companies Act, 2013 read with Rule 5(1) of the Companies (Appointment and Remuneration of Managerial Personnel) Rules, 2014 are given in "Annexure-B" to this Report.
Details of employees remuneration as required under provisions of Section 197(12) of the Companies Act, 2013 read with Rule 5(2) & 5(3) of Companies (Appointment and Remuneration of Managerial Personnel) Rules, 2014 are available on your Company''s website at (https://www.rajabahadur.com/Dis.php).
The Board has framed a policy for related party transactions. Particulars of transactions with related parties pursuant to Section 134(3)(h) of the Act read with rule 8(2) of the Companies (Accounts) Rules, 2014 are given in Form AOC-2 and the same forms part of this report as "Annexure-C".
The provisions of Section 135 of the Companies Act, 2013 ("the Act") read with Companies (Corporate Social Responsibility Policy) Rules, 2014 are not applicable to your Company.
The company has in place an Anti-Sexual Harassment Policy in line with the requirements of The Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013 and rules made thereunder. All employees (permanent, contractual, temporary, trainees) are covered under this policy.
The Company has complied with provisions relating to the constitution of Internal Complaints Committee under the Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013 and has not received any complaint of sexual harassment during the financial year 2022-23.
The Company has paid the listing fees to BSE Limited for the year 2023-2024.
The Board of Directors has adopted the Code of Practices and Procedures for Fair Disclosure of Unpublished Price Sensitive Information and Code of Internal Procedures and Conduct for Regulating, Monitoring and reporting of Trading by Insiders in accordance with the requirements of the SEBI (Prohibition of Insider Trading) Regulation, 2015 and is available on our website (www.rajabahadur.com)
The Company has not given any loans or guarantees or made investments in contravention of the provisions of the Section 186 of the Companies Act, 2013. The details of the loans and guarantees given and investments made by the Company are provided in the notes to the financial statements.
In view of nature of business of the Company, particulars regarding conservation of energy and technology absorption are not given. However, the Company has taken various measures to conserve energy at all levels.
There was no foreign exchange earnings and outgo during the year under report.
As per SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015 Corporate Governance is not applicable to the Company.
No significant or material orders were passed by any regulator or court that would impact the going concern status of the Company and its future operations.
The Board of Directors are thankful to its Bankers and Institutions for the support and financial assistance from time to time.
Your Directors are pleased to place on record their sincere appreciation to all the employees of the Company whose untiring efforts have made achieving its goal possible. Your Directors wish to thank the Central and State Governments, customers, suppliers, business associates, shareholders for their continued support and for the faith reposed in your Company.
Shridhar Pittie DIN:00562400 Chairman & Managing Director
Mar 31, 2018
BOARDSâ REPORT TO THE MEMBERS
The Directors have pleasure in submitting their Ninety-Second Annual Report together with the Audited Statement of Accounts for the year ended 31st March, 2018.
TRANSITION TO INDIAN ACCOUNTING STANDARD (Ind-AS)
With effect from 1st April, 2017, your Company was required to align its accounting policies and disclosures with new Indian Accounting Standards or Ind-AS as notified under Section 133 of the Companies Act, 2013 read with Rule 3 of Companies (Indian Accounting Standards) Rules, 2016 as amended. Accordingly, the Financial Statements are prepared in accordance with the (Ind-AS).
Figures of the previous year have been reinstated due to adoption of Ind-AS.
FINANCIAL RESULTS
The financial results of the Company (Standalone) are summarized as under:
Rs.in Lakhs
|
Particular |
Year ended 31.03.2018 |
Year ended 31.03.2017 |
|
Gross Profit / (Loss) before Depreciation, Finance Cost, Taxation and Extra Ordinary Items |
(561.88) |
(708.47) |
|
Finance Cost |
775.96 |
227.45 |
|
Profit / (Loss) before Depreciation, Taxation & Extra Ordinary Items |
(1337.84) |
(935.92) |
|
Depreciation |
49.46 |
11.56 |
|
Profit / (Loss) before Taxation |
(1387.30) |
(947.48) |
|
Provision for Taxation |
||
|
- Current Tax (MAT) |
-- |
- |
|
- Deferred Tax |
(19.37) |
(15.79) |
|
- Income Tax (excess) Provision of Earlier Years |
(1.28) |
-- |
|
Profit / (Loss) after Tax |
(1366.65) |
(931.69) |
|
Other Comprehensive Income (net oftax) |
5.23 |
11.65 |
|
Total Comprehensive Income |
(1361.42) |
(920.04) |
STATE OF COMPANYâS AFFAIRS
Your Directors are pleased to state that Phase-ll consisting of âWing Dâ of residential project âPittie Kourtyardâ at Kharadi, Pune has made satisfactory progress during the year. The customers response to the project has been satisfactory. Your Company is refurbishing and renovating the existing structures at 5, Raja Bahadur Motilal Road, Pune for giving on Leave & License / Lease basis. Your Company is pleased to inform that some units have been already given on Leave & License / Lease basis and further opportunities are being explored.
MATERIAL CHANGES AND COMMITMENTS AFTER THE END OF FINANCIAL YEAR
There have been no material changes and commitments affecting the financial position of the Company between the end of the financial year and date of the report.
DIVIDEND & RESERVES
During the year under review, in view of loss your Directors do not recommend any dividend for the Financial Year 2017-18 and also no amount was transferred to Reserves.
DIRECTORS AND KEY MANAGERIAL PERSONNEL
Mrs. Malvika S. Pittie (DIN No.: 00730352), Director of the Company retires by rotation at the ensuing Annual General Meeting and is eligible for re-appointment.
Mr. Mohan V. Tanksale (DIN No.: 02971181) who was appointed as an Additional Director of the Company by the Board effective from August 11, 2017, was appointed as Director under Section 161(1) of the Companies Act, 2013 and also Independent Director under Section 149 of the Companies Act, 2013 at the 91st Annual General Meeting of the Company held on September 15, 2017.
There has been no change in the Key Managerial Personnel during the financial year.
DECLARATION FROM INDEPENDENT DIRECTORS
Mr. Madhav L. Apte (DIN No.: 00003656), Mr. Nayankumar C. Mirani (DIN No.: 00045197) and Mr. Mohan V. Tanksale (DIN No.: 02971181), Independent Directors of the Company had submitted declarations that each of them meet the criteria of independence as provided in sub Section (6) of Section 149 of the Act and there has been no change in the circumstances which may affect their status as Independent Director during the year. In the opinion of the Board, the Independent Directors possess appropriate balance of skills, experience and knowledge, as required.
NUMBERS OF MEETINGS OF THE BOARD
During the year, six Board meetings were convened and held. The maximum interval between the meetings did not exceed the period prescribed under Companies Act, 2013.
COMMITTEE OF BOARD OF DIRECTORS
The Committees of the Board have been constituted/ reconstituted in accordance with the provisions of the Companies Act, 2013. Currently, the Board has the following Committees:
Audit Committee, Nomination & Remuneration Committee and Share Transfer Committee. The details of meetings held during the year and the attendance of directors for these meetings is part of the Annual Report.
WHISTLE BLOWER POLICY/VIGIL MECHANISM
The Company has a Whistle Blower Policy to report genuine concern or grievances. The whistle blower policy has been posted on the Companyâs website at (https://www.raiabahadur.com/coc.php). During the year no such incidence was reported.
POLICY ON DIRECTORSâ APPOINTMENT AND REMUNERATION AND CRITERIA FOR INDEPENDENT DIRECTORS
The Remuneration Policy for directors and senior management and the criteria for selection of candidates for appointment as directors, independent directors, senior management as adopted by the Board of Directors are placed on the Companyâs website at (https://www.raiabahadur.com/coc.php). There has been no change in the policies since the last fiscal year.
We affirm that the remuneration paid to the directors is as per the terms laid out in the remuneration policy of the Company.
EVALUATION OF BOARD, ITS COMMITTEES AND INDIVIDUAL DIRECTORS
An annual evaluation of the Boardâs own performance, Board Committees and Individual Directors was carried out Dursuant to the provisions of the Act in the following manner:
|
Sr. No. |
Performance evaluation of |
Performance evaluation performed by |
Criteria |
|
1. |
Each Individual Directors |
Nomination and Remuneration Committee |
Attendance, contribution to the Board and Committee meetings like preparedness on the issues to be discussed, meaningful and constructive contribution and guidance provided, key performance aspects in case of executive directors etc. |
|
2. |
Independent Directors |
Entire Board of Directors excluding the director who is being evaluated |
Attendance, Contribution to the Board and committee meetings like preparedness on the issues to be discussed, meaningful and constructive contribution, and guidance provided etc. |
|
3. |
Board, and its Committees |
All Directors |
Board composition and structure, effectiveness of Board processes, Evaluation of risk, look into governance and compliance, review grievance of investor, check availability of sufficient funds, information and functioning, fulfilment of key responsibilities, performance of specific duties and obligations, timely flow of information, contribution to the discussion, etc. The assessment of committees based on the terms of reference of the committees and effectiveness of the meetings. |
RISK MANAGEMENT POLICY
The Board of Directors ofthe Company has framed a risk management policy and is responsible for reviewing the risk management plan and ensuring its effectiveness. The audit committee has additional oversight in the area of financial risks and controls. Major risks identified by the businesses and functions are systematically addressed through mitigating actions on a continuing basis. More details on risk management are covered in the Management Discussion and Analysis, forming a part ofthe Annual Report.
DIRECTORS RESPONSIBILTY STATEMENT
To the best of their knowledge and belief and according to the information and explanation obtained, your Directors make the following statements in terms of Section 134(3)(c) ofthe Companies Act, 2013
i. that in the preparation of the annual accounts for year ended 31st March, 2018, the applicable accounting standards have been followed along with proper explanation relating to material departures, if any;
ii. that such accounting policies have been selected and applied them consistently and made judgments and estimates that are reasonable & prudent so as to give a true and fair view of the state of affairs of the Company at the end of the financial year on 31st March, 2018 and of the loss of the Company for the year ended on that date;
iii. that proper and sufficient care have been taken for the maintenance of adequate accounting records in accordance with the provisions of the Companies Act, 2013 for safeguarding the assets of the Company and for preventing and detecting fraud and other irregularities;
iv. that the annual accounts have been prepared on a âgoing concernâ basis;
v. that proper internal financial controls were in place and that such internal financial controls are adequate and were operating effectively;
vi. that systems to ensure compliance with the provisions of all applicable laws were in place and that such systems were adequate and operating effectively.
INTERNAL FINANCIAL CONTROLS
The Company has in place adequate system of internal financial controls over financial reporting as required under the Act. Internal control systems comprising of policies and procedures are designed to ensure sound management of your Companyâs operations, safekeeping of its assets, optimal utilization of resources, reliability of its financial information and compliance. The Audit Committee of the Board reviews the internal control systems with the Management, Internal Auditors and StatutoryAuditors.
DETAILS OF SUBSIDIARIES/ JOINT VENTURES / ASSOCIATES
Raja Bahadurs Realty Limited (Formerly known as Raja Bahadur Motilal Export Import Limited) is wholly owned subsidiary of the Company. The Company is engaged in the business of real estate and property development activities. The salient features of the financial summary statement in Form AOC -1 is enclosed as âAnnexure-E.â
The Company does not have any Joint Ventures / Associates.
CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
The Consolidated Financial Statements have been prepared in accordance with the provisions of the Act, read with the Companies (Accounts) Rules, 2014, applicable Accounting Standards and the provisions of the Listing Regulations and forms part ofthe Annual Report.
DEPOSITS
The Company has not accepted any public deposits in terms of Section 73 of the Act.
EXTRACT OF ANNUAL RETURN
In accordance with the requirements of Section 92 (3) of the Companies Act, 2013 and rule 12 (1) of the Companies (Management and Administration) Rules, 2014, an abstract of Annual Return in Form MGT-9 is enclosed as âAnnexure-A.â
AUDITORS, AUDIT REPORT AND THEIR OBSERVATIONS
M/s. Jain RC. & Associates, Chartered Accountants (FRN No. 126313W) have been appointed Auditors of the Company at the 91st Annual General Meeting of the company (AGM) held on 15th September, 2017 for a period of five years to hold office till the conclusion of 96th AGM to be held in the year 2022 subject to ratification by shareholders at each AGM. However in terms of the Notification issued by the Ministry of Corporate Affairs dated May 07, 2018, the proviso requiring ratification of the Auditors appointment by the shareholders at each AGM has been omitted. Accordingly, the ratification of appointment of Statutory Auditors would not be required at the ensuing AGM and M/s. Jain RC. & Associates, Chartered Accountants would continue to act as the Statutory Auditors of the Company for five years upto the conclusion of the 96th AGM to be held in 2022.
During the year under review, the Auditors had not reported any matter under Section 143 (12) of the Act, therefore no detail is required to be disclosed under Section 134 (3)(f) ofthe Act.
There were no observation of the Auditor relating to financial statement and auditors have given unmodified opinion report.
SECRETARIAL AUDIT REPORT
Pursuant to the provisions of Section 204 and other applicable provisions, if any, of the Companies Act, 2013, M/s. Jigyasa Singhi & Associates, Practicing Company Secretaries were appointed as the Secretarial Auditor for auditing the secretarial records of the Company for the financial year 2017-18 and the Secretarial Auditorsâ Report issued by them is attached hereto as âAnnexure-Bâ.
The Secretarial Audit Report for the financial year ended 31 March, 2018 does not contain any qualification, reservation and adverse remark.
PARTICULARS OF REMUNERATION TO EMPLOYEES
Disclosures with respect to the remuneration of Directors, KMPs and Employees as required under Section 197(12) of the Companies Act, 2013 read with Rule 5(1) of the Companies (Appointment and Remuneration of Managerial Personnel) Rules, 2014are given in âAnnexure-Câ to this Report.
Details of Employees remuneration as required under provisions of Section 197(12) of the Companies Act, 2013 read with Rule 5(2) & 5(3) of Companies (Appointment and Remuneration of Managerial Personnel) Rules, 2014 are available on yours Companyâs website at (https://www.raiabahadur.com/Dis.php).
RELATED PARTY TRANSACTIONS
The Board has framed a policy for related party transactions. Particulars of transactions with related parties pursuant to Section 134(3)(h) of the Act read with rule 8(2) of the Companies (Accounts) Rules, 2014 are given in Form AOC-2 and the same forms part of this report as âAnnexure-Dâ.
During the financial year, your Company entered into related party transactions, which were on an armâs length basis and in the ordinary course of business. All related party transactions were approved by the Audit Committee of your Company.
The details of contracts and arrangement with related parties of your Company for the financial year ended 31st March, 2018 is given in Notes to the financial statements of your Company.
CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY (CSR)
The provisions of Section 135 of the Companies Act, 2013 (âthe Actâ) read with Companies (Corporate Social Responsibility Policy) Rules, 2014are not applicable to your Company.
DISCLOSURE UNDER THE SEXUAL HARASSMENT OF WOMEN AT WORKPLACE (PREVENTION, PROHIBITION AND REDRESSAL) ACT, 2013
The company has in place an Anti-Sexual Harassment Policy in line with the requirements of The Sexual Harassment of women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013 and rules made thereunder. All employees (permanent, contractual, temporary, trainees) are covered underthis policy.
The Company has not received any complaint of sexual harassment during the financial year 2017-2018.
LISTING FEES
The Company has paid the listing fees to BSE Limited for the year 2018-2019.
INSIDER TRADING REGULATIONS AND CODE OF DISCLOSURE
The Board of Directors has adopted the Code of Practices and Procedures for Fair Disclosure of Unpublished Price Sensitive Information and Code of Internal Procedures and Conduct for Regulating, Monitoring and Reporting of
Trading by Insiders in accordance with the requirements of the SEBI (Prohibition of Insider Trading) Regulation, 2015 and is available on your Companyâs website at (www.rajabahadur.com).
PARTICULARS OF LOANS, GUARANTEES AND INVESTMENTS
The Company has not given any loans or guarantees or made investments in contravention of the provisions of the Section 186 of the Companies Act, 2013. The details of the loans and guarantees given and investments made by the Company are provided in the notes to the financial statements.
CONSERVATION OF ENERGY, TECHNOLOGY ABSORPTION, FOREIGN EXCHANGE EARNINGS AND OUTGO
In view of nature of business of the Company, particulars regarding conservation of energy and technology absorption are not given. However, the Company has taken various measures to conserve energy at all levels.
There was no foreign exchange earnings and outgo during the year under report.
CORPORATE GOVERNANCE REPORT
As per SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015 Corporate Governance is not applicable to the Company.
COMPLIANCES OF SECRETARIAL STANADARD
The company has complied with all the compliances of applicable Secretarial Standards.
SIGNIFICANT AND MATERIAL ORDERS PASSED BY THE REGULATORS OR COURTS
No significant or material orders were passed by any regulator or court that would impact the going concern status of the Company and its future operations.
APPRECIATION
The Board of Directors are thankful to its Bankers and Institutions for the support and financial assistance from time to time.
Your Directors are pleased to place on record their sincere appreciation to all the employees of the Company whose untiring efforts have made achieving its goal possible. Your Directors wish to thank the Central and State Governments, customers, suppliers, business associates, shareholders for their continued support and for the faith reposed in your Company.
For and on behalf of the Board
M. M. PITTIE
Place : Mumbai (DIN: 00760307)
Date : 17th May, 2018 CHAIRMAN
Mar 31, 2015
DEAR MEMBERS,
The Directors have pleasure in submitting their Annual Report together
with the Audited Statement of Accounts for the year ended 31st March,
2015.
FINANCIAL RESULTS :
The financial results of the Company are summarized as under:
RS. in Lacs
Year ended Year ended
31.03.2015 31.03.2014
Gross Profit / (Loss) before Depreciation, 351.28 (326.71)
Interest, Taxation and Extra Ordinary Items
Less: Interest 62.29 51.17
Profit (Loss) before Depreciation, 288.99 (377.88)
Taxation & Extra Ordinary Items
Less: Depreciation 20.20 15.30
Profit/(Loss)beforeTaxation 268.79 (393.18)
Less : Provision for Taxation
Current Tax (MAT) 52.00 --
DeferredTax (18.24) (12.33)
Profit/(Loss) after Tax 235.03 (380.85)
REVIEW OF OPERATIONS
The Company''s prestigious Residential project "Pittie Kourtyard" has
made satisfactory progress during the year and is expected to be handed
over to the buyers in the current year. The customer response to the
project has been satisfactory. Hence your Directors have decided to
undertake the construction of the fourth tower after obtaining
necessary approvals. Your Company is also actively exploring the
prospects of undertaking other development projects.
MATERIAL CHANGES AND COMMITMENTS AFTER THE END OF FINANCIAL YEAR
There have been no material changes and commitments, if any, affecting
the financial position of the Company, which have occurred between the
end of the financial year and date of the report.
DIVIDEND
With a view to conserve resources and to meet the future financial
commitments, your Directors do not recommend any dividend for the
Financial Year 2014-15.
CONSERVATION OF ENERGY, TECHNOLOGY ABSORPTION, FOREIGN EXCHANGE
EARNINGSAND OUTGO
In view of nature of business of the Company, particulars required to
be given in accordance with the Companies (Disclosure of Particulars in
the Report of Board of Directors) Rules, 1988 regarding conservation of
energy and technology absorption are not given. However, the Company
has taken various measures to conserve energy at all levels.
There was no foreign exchange earning whereas outgo was RS. 64.89 lacs
during the year under report.
DIRECTORS AND KEY MANAGERIAL PERSONNEL
Shri M.M. Pittie, Director, retires by rotation at the ensuing Annual
General Meeting and is eligible for re-appointment. During the year
under review, Shri M. L. Apte, Shri. N. C. Mirani and Shri. Milind
Korde have been appointed as Independent Directors of the Company with
effect from February 10, 2015 for a period of five consecutive years.
All independent Directors have given declarations that they meet the
criteria of Independence as laid down under Section 149(6) of the
Companies Act, 2013.
Necessary resolutions have been proposed at the ensuing Annual General
Meeting of the Company for the approval of appointment of Shri. M. L.
Apte, Shri N. C. Mirani and Shri. Milind Korde as Independent Directors
in pursuance of Section 149(4) of the Companies Act 2013.
Smt. Malvika S. Pittie has been appointed as an Additional Director
with effect from 26th May, 2015 by the Board of Directors of the
Company in compliance with Section 149 of the Companies Act, 2013. By
virtue of Section 161(1) of the Companies Act, 2013 she would hold
office upto the date ofthe ensuing Annual General Meeting.
Necessary resolution seeking approval of members for her appointment
has been incorporated in the Notice of the forthcoming Annual General
Meeting of the company along with brief details about her. The Company
has received notice under Section 160 of the Act along with the
requisite deposit proposing her appointment.
During the year under report, the Company has recognized the following
persons as Key Managerial Personnel:
Shri Shridhar N. Pittie Managing Director
Shri S.K. Jhunjhunwala Chief Financial Officer
NUMBERS OF MEETINGS OF THE BOARD
The Board meets at regular intervals to discuss and decide on business
policy and strategy apart from other Board business.
During the year, five Board meetings were convened and held. The
maximum interval between the meetings did not exceed the period
prescribed under the Companies Act, 2013 and Listing Agreement.
COMMITTEES OF THE BOARD
During the year, in accordance with the Companies Act, 2013, the Board
has constituted/ reconstituted Committees. Currentlythe Board has the
following Committees:-
Audit Committee,
Nomination & Remuneration Committee
Share Transfer Committee
NOMINATION AND REMUNERATION POLICY
The Board of Directors has framed a policy for appointment and
remuneration of Directors, Key Managerial Personnel and Senior
Management of the Company in compliance with Section 178 of the
Companies Act, 2013.
As per the policy, the Nomination and Remuneration Committee recommend
to the Board appointment, reappointment of Directors and Key Managerial
Personnel and determination, fixation and revision of their
remuneration and is approved by the Board of Directors, subject to the
approval of shareholders, wherever necessary.
The objective and broad framework of the Company''s Remuneration Policy
is to consider and determine the remuneration, based on the performance
and growth of the company, the current trends in the industry, the
experience of the appointee, their past performances and other relevant
factors.
BOARD EVALUATION
The Board has carried out evaluation of its own performance as well as
that of the Committees of the Board and all the Directors. The criteria
for performance evaluation is based on the various parameters i.e.
attendance and participation at meetings of the Board and Committees
thereof, contribution to strategic decision making, review of risk
assessment and risk mitigation, review of financial statements,
business performance and contribution to the enhancement of brand image
of the Company.
DIRECTORS RESPONSIBILITY STATEMENT
To the best of their knowledge and belief and according to the
information and explanation obtained, your Directors make the following
statements in terms of Section 134(3)(c) of the Companies Act, 2013
i. that in the preparation of the annual financial statements for year
ended 31st March, 2015, the applicable accounting standards have been
followed along with proper explanation relating to material departures,
if any;
ii. that such accounting policies have been selected and applied
consistently and made judgments and estimates that are reasonable and
prudent so as to give a true and fair view of the state of affairs of
the Company at the end of the financial year on 31st March, 2015 and of
the profit of the Company for the year ended on that date;
iii. that proper and sufficient care have been taken for the
maintenance of adequate accounting records in accordance with the
provisions of the Companies Act, 2013 for safeguarding the assets of
the Company and for preventing and detecting fraud and other
irregularities;
iv. that the annual financial statements have been prepared on a
''going concern'' basis;
v. that proper internal financial controls were in place and that such
internal financial controls are adequate and
were operating effectively;
vi. that systems to ensure compliance with the provisions of all
applicable laws were in place and that such systems were adequate and
operating effectively.
ADEQUACY OF INTERNAL FINANCIAL CONTROLS:
The Company has proper and adequate system of internal financial
controls commensurate with its nature and size of business and meets
the following objectives:
* Providing assurance regarding the effectiveness and efficiency of
operations
* Efficient use and safeguarding of resources
* Compliance with policies, procedures and applicable laws and
regulations and
* Transactions being accurately reported and recorded timely
The Company has budgetary control system to monitor expenditures and
operations against budgets on an ongoing basis.
The internal auditor also regularly reviews the adequacy of internal
financial control system.
DETAILS OF SUBSIDIARIES/ JOINT VENTURES/ ASSOCIATES:
The Company does not have any subsidiary/ joint ventures/ associates.
DEPOSITS:
The Company has not accepted any public deposits in terms of Section 73
of the Act and as such, no amount on account of principal or interest
on public deposits was outstanding as on the date of the balance sheet.
AUDITORS, AUDIT REPORT AND AUDITED ACCOUNTS
M/s. J.K. Doshi & Co., Chartered Accountants, (Firm Registration
No.102720W), Auditors of the Company would retire at the conclusion of
the ensuing Annual General Meeting. They have expressed their
willingness to act as Auditors of the Company and given the
confirmation that their appointment, if made, would be in conformity
with the provision of Section 138&141 of the Companies Act, 2013. You
are requested to appoint Auditors and fix their remuneration.
SECRETARIAL AUDIT
Pursuant to the provisions of Section 204 and other applicable
provisions, if any, of the Companies Act, 2013, M/s. Jigyasa Singhi &
Associates, Practicing Company Secretaries were appointed as the
Secretarial Auditor for auditing the secretarial records of the Company
for the financial year 2014-15 and the Secretarial Auditors'' Report
issued by them is attached hereto as Annexure-B.
As regards observations of the Secretarial Auditor in their report,
your Directors have to state that the company is in the process of
identifying and appointing a competent and suitable company secretary.
Meanwhile, the company has engaged the professional services of
practicing company secretaries to take care of due compliances of the
provisions of the Act. The company is generally complying with the
provisions of Act including filing of Forms with the Registrar of
Companies. With regard to appointment of Women Director, the company
has appointed Smt. Malvika S. Pittie on the Board on May 26, 2015 in
compliance with Section 149 of the Companies Act, 2013.
SAFETY, ENVIRONMENT AND HEALTH:
The Company considers safety, environment and health as the management
responsibility. Regular employee training programmes are carried out in
the manufacturing facilities on safety and environment.
PARTICULARS OF LOANS, GUARANTEES AND INVESTMENTS
The Company has not given any loans or guarantees or made investments
in contravention of the provisions of the Section 186 of the Companies
Act, 2013. The details of the loans and guarantees given and
investments made by the Company are provided in the notes to the
financial statements.
RELATED PARTY TRANSACTIONS
The Board has framed a policy for related party transactions. During
the year under report, all related party transactions that were entered
were on arm''s length basis and were in the ordinary course of Company''s
business. The Company has not entered into any contract, arrangement or
transaction with any related party which could be considered material.
Related party transactions are disclosed in the notes to the financial
statements.
CODE OF CONDUCT
The Board has laid down a code of conduct for Board members and senior
management personnel of the Company. The code incorporates the duties
of independent Directors as laid down in the Companies Act, 2013. The
Board members and senior management personnel have affirmed compliance
with the said code of conduct.
WHISTLE BLOWER POLICY/VIGIL MECHANISM
There is a Whistle Blower Policy in the Company and that no personnel
has been denied access to the Chairman of the Audit Committee. The
policy provides for adequate safeguards against victimization of
persons who use vigil mechanism.
PREVENTION OF INSIDER TRADING
The Company has also adopted a code of conduct for prevention of
insider trading. All the Directors, senior management employees and
other employees who have access to the unpublished price sensitive
information of the Company are governed by this code. During the year
under Report, there has been due compliance with the said code of
conduct for prevention of insider trading.
SIGNIFICANT AND MATERIAL ORDERS PASSED BY THE REGULATORS OR COURTS
There are no significant or material orders passed by any regulator or
court that would impact the going concern status of the Company and its
future operations.
EXTRACT OF ANNUAL RETURN
In accordance with the requirements of Section 92 (3) of the Companies
Act, 2013 and rule 12 (1) of the Companies (Management and
Administration) Rules, 2014, an abstract of Annual Return in Form MGT-9
is enclosed as Annexure-A.
APPRECIATION
The Board of Directors are thankful to its Bankers and Institutions for
the support and financial assistance from time to time.
Your Directors are pleased to place on record their sincere
appreciation to all the employees of the Company whose untiring efforts
have made achieving its goal possible. Your Directors wish to thank the
Central and State Governments, customers, suppliers, business
associates, shareholders for their continued support and for the faith
reposed in your Company.
For and on behalf of the Board
MUMBAI M. M. PITTIE
May 26, 2015 CHAIRMAN
Mar 31, 2013
TO THE MEMBERS :
The Directors have pleasure in presenting their Annual Report together
with the Audited Statement of Accounts for the year ended 31st March,
2013.
FINANCIAL RESULTS :
The financial results of the Company are summarized as under: ^
Rs.in Lacs
Year ended Year ended
31.03.2013 31.03.2012
Gross Profit / (Loss) before
Depreciation, (349.43) (134.39)
Interest, Taxation and Extra
Ordinary Items
Less: Interest 60.66 58.56
Profit (Loss) before Depreciation, (410.09) (192.95)
Taxation & Extra Ordinary Items
Less: Depreciation 21.60 15.00
Profit / (Loss) before Taxation (431.69) (207.95)
Add: Extra Ordinary Items 275.00
(156.69) (207.95)
Less : Provision for Taxation
Deferred Tax (25.80) 64.55
Profit/(Loss) after Tax (130.89) (272,50)
Profit brought forward from last year 102.53 375.03
Profit carried to Balance Sheet (28.36) 102.53
OPERATIONS :
The Company''s prestigious Residential project "Pittie Kourtyard" has
made satisfactory progress during the year and the RCC structure of the
three towers is nearing completion. The customer response to the
project has been satisfactory. Hence your Directors have decided to
undertake the construction of the fourth tower. Your company is also
actively exploring the prospects of undertaking other development
projects.
DIVIDEND:
With a view to conserve resources and to meet the future financial
commitments, your Directors do not recommend any dividend for the
Financial Year 2012-13.
CONSERVATION OF ENERGY, TECHNOLOGY ABSORPTION, FOREIGN EXCHANGE
EARNINGS AND OUTGO :
In view of nature of business of the Company, particulars required to
be given in accordance with the Companies (Disclosure of Particulars in
the Report of Board of Directors) Rules, 1988 regarding conservation of
energy and technology absorption are not given. However, the company
has taken various measures to conserve energy at all levels.
There was no foreign exchange earning whereas outgo was Rs. 42.49 lacs
during the year under report.
DIRECTORS:
Mr. M. M. Pittie and Mr. N. C. Mirani, Directors of the Company would
retire by rotation at the ensuing Annual General Meeting and they are
eligible for re-appointment.
PARTICULARS OF EMPLOYEES :
During the year there was no employee whose information is required to
be given pursuant to Section 217(2A) of the Companies Act, 1956 read
with the Companies (Particulars of Employees) Rules 1975, as amended.
DIRECTORS'' RESPONSIBILITY STATEMENT :
Your Directors confirm that:
(i) In preparation of the Annual accounts, the applicable accounting
standards had been followed along with proper explanation relating to
material departures.
(ii) The Directors had selected such accounting policies and applied
them consistently and prudent so as to give a true and fair view of the
state affairs of the Company at the end of the financial year and of
profit of the company for that period.
(iii) The Directors had taken proper and sufficient care for the
maintenance of adequate accounting records in accordance with the
provisions of this Act for safeguarding the assets of the Company and
for preventing and detecting fraud and other irregularities;
(iv) The Directors had prepared the annual accounts on a going concern
basis.
FIXED DEPOSIT :
The company has not accepted any deposits within the meaning of Section
58A of the Companies Act, 1956 read with Companies (Acceptance of
Deposits) Rules, 1975 made thereunder.
DEMATERIALISATION OF SHARES & LISTING :
The shares of the company are now available for dematerialization. The
company has got the connectivity with
National Security Depository Ltd. (NSDL) and Central Depository
Services Ltd. (CDSL).
The company has paid the listing fees to the Bombay Stock Exchange Ltd.
for the year 2013-14.
COMPLIANCE CERTIFICATE:
A compliance certificate as required under Section 383A of the
Companies Act, 1956 from a Practicing Company Secretary for the
financial year ended 31st March, 2013 is attached hereto and forms part
of this report.
AUDITORS'' REMARK:
The remarks of the Auditors in their Report and Notes attached to the
Accounts are self-explanatory.
AUDITORS :
M/s. J.K. Doshi & Co., Chartered Accountants, Auditors of the Company
would retire at the conclusion of the ensuing Annual General Meeting
and they are eligible for re-appointment. You are requested to appoint
Auditors and fix their remuneration.
APPRECIATION :
The Board of Directors are thankful to its Bankers and Institutions for
the support and financial assistance from time to time.
Your Directors are pleased to place on record their sincere
appreciation to all the employees of the Company whose untiring efforts
have made achieving its goal possible. Your Directors wish to thank the
Central and State Governments, customers, suppliers, business
associates, shareholders for their continued support and for the faith
reposed in your Company.
For and on behalf of the Board
MUMBAI N.M. PITTIE
30th May, 2013 CHAIRMAN
Mar 31, 2012
The Directors have pleasure in presenting their Annual Report together
with the Audited Statement of Accounts for the year ended 31st March,
2012.
FINANCIAL RESULTS :
The financial results of the Company are summarized as under:
Rs.in Lacs
Year ended Year ended
31.03.2012 31.03.2011
Gross Profit / (Loss) before
Depreciation,Interest and Taxation (134.39) (45.70)
Less: Finance Cost 58.56 49.38
Profit (Loss) before Depreciation
& Taxation (192.95) (95.08)
Less: Depreciation 15.00 32.07
Profit / (Loss) before Taxation (207.95) (127.15)
Exceptional Items - Loss on sale
of Fixed Assets -- 349.60
(207.95) (476.75)
Less : Provision for Taxation
Current Tax 51.10
Deferred Tax 64.55 64.55 (238.56)87.46)
Profit/(Loss) after Tax (272.50) (289.29)
Profit brought forward from last year 375.03 664.32
Profit carried to Balance Sheet 102.53 375.03
OPERATIONS :
The Company has launched its high end residential project styled as
Pittie Kourtyard at Kharadi Pune. It has 3 high rise residential
towers comprising of 2 parking levels and 17 living floors along with
Club House.
The project was awarded the DSK Artists in Concrete Awards 2011
under the category Amenities Galore .
The construction work is in full swing. The project has received
overwhelming response despite being the first residential project of
the Company.
DIVIDEND:
With a view to conserve resources and to meet the future financial
commitments, your Directors do not recommend any dividend for the
Financial Year 2011 -12.
CONSERVATION OF ENERGY, TECHNOLOGY ABSORPTION, FOREIGN EXCHANGE
EARNINGS AND OUTGO :
In view of nature of business of the Company, particulars required to
be given in accordance with the Companies (Disclosure of Particulars in
the Report of Board of Directors) Rules, 1988 regarding conservation of
energy and technology absorption are not given. However, the company is
taking various measures to conserve energy at all levels.
There was no foreign exchange earning whereas outgo was Rs - 31.05 lacs
during the year under report.
DIRECTORS:
The Board hereby report with great grief the sad demise of Mr. Rajaram
P. Vaidya, on 1st May,2012. The Board hereby pays rich tributes to his
memory and place on record their sense of appreciation for his valuable
advice and contribution made by him in guiding the Company especially
during its most turbulent times.
Mr. N. M. Pittie and Mr. M. L. Apte, Directors of the Company would
retire by rotation at the ensuing Annual General Meeting and they are
eligible for re-appointment.
PARTICULARS OF EMPLOYEES:
During the year there was no employee whose information is required to
be given pursuant to Section 217(2A) of the Companies Act, 1956 read
with the Companies (Particulars of Employees) Rules 1975, as amended.
DIRECTORS' RESPONSIBILITY STATEMENT:
Your Directors confirm that:
(i) In preparation of the Annual accounts, the applicable accounting
standards had been followed along with proper explanation relating to
material departures.
(ii) The Directors had selected such accounting policies and applied
them consistently and prudent so as to give a true and fair view of the
state affairs of the Company at the end of the financial year and of
profit of the company for that period.
(iii) The Directors had taken proper and sufficient care for the
maintenance of adequate accounting records in accordance with the
provisions of this Act for safeguarding the assets of the Company and
for preventing and detecting fraud and other irregularities;
(iv) The Directors had prepared the annual accounts on a going concern
basis.
FIXED DEPOSIT:
The company has not accepted any deposits within the meaning of Section
58A of the Companies Act, 1956 read with Companies (Acceptance of
Deposits) Rules, 1975 made thereunder.
DEMATERIALISATION OF SHARES & LISTING :
The shares of the company are now available for dematerialization. The
company has got the connectivity with National Security Depository Ltd.
(NSDL) and Central Depository Services Ltd. (CDSL).
The company has paid the listing fees to the Bombay Stock Exchange Ltd.
for the year 2012-13.
COMPLIANCE CERTIFICATE:
A compliance certificate as required under Section 383A of the
Companies Act, 1956 from a Practicing Company Secretary for the
financial year ended 31st March, 2012 is attached hereto and forms part
of this report.
AUDITORS' REMARK .
The remarks of the Auditors in their Report and Notes attached to the
Accounts are self-explanatory.
AUDITORS :
M/s. J.K. Doshi & Co., Chartered Accountants, Auditors of the Company
would retire at the conclusion of the ensuing Annual General Meeting
and they are eligible for re-appointment. You are requested to appoint
Auditors and fix their remuneration.
APPRECIATION :
The Board of Directors are thankful to its Bankers and Institutions for
the support and financial assistance from time to time.
The Directors appreciate the dedicated and sincere services rendered by
the employees of the Company.
The Board takes this opportunity to express its deep gratitude for the
continuous support received from the shareholders.
For and on behalf of the Board
MUMBAI N.M. PITTIE
August 28, 2012. CHAIRMAN
Mar 31, 2011
Dear Members,
The Directors have pleasure in presenting their Annual Report together
with the Audited Statement of Accounts for the year ended 31st March,
2011.
FINANCIAL RESULTS :
The financial results of the Company are summarised as under :
(Rupees in Lacs)
Year ended Year ended
31.03.2011 31.03.2010
Gross Profit / (Loss) before Depredation, (45.70) 229.81
Interest and Taxation
Less : Interest 49,38 78.10
Profit / (Loss) before Depreciation & (95.08) 151.71
Taxation
Less : Depreciation 32.07 51.75
Profit / (Loss) before Taxation (127.15) 99.96
Exceptional Items -Loss on sale of 349.60 -
Business
Undertaking (476.75) 99.96
Less : Provision for Taxation
Current Tax 51.10 17.00
(527.85) 82.96
Add : Deferred Tax Release 238.56 19.77
Profit / (Loss) after Tax (289.29) 102.73
Profit brought forward from last year 664.32 561.59
Profit carried forward to Balance Sheet 375.03 664.32
OPERATIONS :
The Company has recently obtained permission from the Pune Municipal
Corporation for construction of building on its land located at
Kharadi, Pune. The Company is constructing three Residential Towers
with a Club House and has commenced the construction of the same.
As reported earlier, the business of Power Generation by Wind turbines
(windmills) was not satisfactory and hence the Company sold the entire
undertaking of windmills business during the year under report.
DIVIDEND :
With a view to conserve resources and to meet the future financial
commitments, your Directors do not recommend any dividend for the
Financial Year 2010-11.
CONSERVATION OF ENERGY, TECHNOLOGY ABSORPTION, FOREIGN EXCHANGE
EARNINGS AND OUTGO :
In view of nature of business of the Company, particulars required to
be given in accordance with the Companies (Disclosure of Particulars in
the Report of Board of Directors) Rules, 1988 regarding conservation of
energy and technology absorption are not given. However, the steps are
being taken to conserve energy at all levels.
There was no foreign exchange earning or outgo during the year under
report.
DIRECTORS :
Mr. M. M. Pittie and Mr. Nayan C. Mirani, Directors of the Company
would retire by rotation at the ensuing
Annual General Meeting and they are eligible for re-appointment.
PARTICULARS OF EMPLOYEES :
During the year there was no employee whose information is required to
be given pursuant to Section 217(2A) of the Companies Act, 1956 read
with the Companies (Particulars of Employees) Rules 1975, as amended.
DIRECTORS' RESPONSIBILITY STATEMENT :
Your Directors confirm that :
(i) In preparation of the Annual accounts, the applicable accounting
standards had been followed along with proper explanation relating to
material departures.
(ii) The Directors had selected such accounting policies and applied
them consistently and prudent so as to give a true and fair view of the
state affairs of the Company at the end of the financial year and of
profit of the company for that period.
(iii) The Directors had taken proper and sufficient care for the
maintenance of adequate accounting records in accordance with the
provisions of this Act for safeguarding the assets of the Company and
for preventing and detecting fraud and other irregularities;
(iv) The Directors had prepared the annual accounts on a going concern
basis.
FIXED DEPOSIT :
The Company has not accepted any deposits within the meaning of Section
58A of the Companies Act, 1956 read with Companies (Acceptance of
Deposits) Rules, 1975 made thereunder.
COMPLIANCE CERTIFICATE :
A compliance certificate as required under Section 383A of the
Companies Act, 1956 from a Practicing Company Secretary for the
financial year ended 31st March, 2011 is attached hereto and forms part
of this report.
AUDITORS' REMARK :
The remarks of the Auditors in their Report and Notes attached to the
Accounts are self-explanatory.
AUDITORS :
M/s. J.K. Doshi & Co., Chartered Accountants, Auditors of the Company
would retire at the conclusion of the ensuing Annual General Meeting
and they are eligible for re-appointment. You are requested to appoint
Auditors and fix their remuneration.
APPRECIATION :
The Board of Directors are thankful to its Bankers for the support and
financial assistance from time to time.
The Directors appreciate the dedicated and sincere services rendered by
the employees of the Company.
The Board takes this opportunity to express its deep gratitude for the
continuous support received from the shareholders.
For and on behalf of the Board
N. M. PITTIE
CHAIRMAN
MUMBAI
August 09, 2011
Mar 31, 2010
The Directors have pleasure in presenting their Annual Report together
with the Audited Statement of Accounts for the year ended 31st March,
2010.
FINANCIAL RESULTS :
The financial results of the Company are summarised as under :
(Rupees in Lacs)
Year ended Year ended
31.03.2010 31.03.2009
Gross Profit before Depreciation, 229.81 125.21
Interest and Taxation
Less : Interest 78.10 61.62
Profit / (Loss) before Depreciation
& Taxation 151.71 63.59
Less : Depreciation 51.75 53.33
Profit / (Loss) before Taxation 99.96 10.26
Less : Provision for Taxation
Current Tax 17.00 0.45
Deferred Tax (19.77) (16.46)
Fringe Benefit Tax (2.77) 3.46 (12.55)
Profit after Tax 102.73 22.81
Profit brought forward from
last year 561.59 538.78
Profit carried forward to
Balance Sheet 664.32 561.59
OPERATIONS :
The second half of the year under review has seen an improvement in the
Real estate segment and the business sentiment has also changed for the
better. Accordingly, we have now again revived our real estate project
and expect to start construction in the next financial year.
The Power generation by the wind generators have suffered a set back
during the year due to frequent break downs and the manufacturer who
was entrusted with the operation and maintenance refusing to honour the
contract. We have taken remedial measures including legal in the
matter.
DIVIDEND :
With a view to conserve resources and to meet the future commitments,
your Directors do not recommend any dividend for the Financial Year
2009-10.
CONSERVATION OF ENERGY, TECHNOLOGY ABSORPTION, FOREIGN EXCHANGE
EARNINGS AND OUTGO :
In view of nature of business of the Company, particulars required to
be given in accordance with the Companies (Disclosure of Particulars in
the Report of Board of Directors) Rules, 1988 regarding conservation of
energy and technology absorption are not given. However, the steps are
being taken to conserve energy at all levels.
There was no foreign exchange earning during the year under report.
Details of foreign exchange outgo are furnished in Schedule 14 item
no.14(c).
DIRECTORS :
Shri R.R Vaidya and Shri N.M. Pittie, Directors of the Company would
retire by rotation at the ensuing Annual General Meeting and they are
eligible for re-appointment.
PARTICULARS OF EMPLOYEES :
The information required under section 217 (2A) of the Companies
Act,1956 read with the Companies (Particulars of Employees) Rules 1975,
is given in the Annexure forming part of this report.
DIRECTORS RESPONSIBILITY STATEMENT :
Your Directors confirm that :
(i) In preparation of the Annual accounts, the applicable accounting
standards had been followed along with proper explanation relating to
material departures.
(ii) The Directors had selected such accounting policies and applied
them consistently and prudent so as to give a true and fair view of the
state affairs of the Company at the end of the financial year and of
profit of the company for that period.
(iii) The Directors had taken proper and sufficient care for the
maintenance of adequate accounting records in accordance with the
provisions of this Act for safeguarding the assets of the Company and
for preventing and detecting fraud and other irregularities;
(iv) The Directors had prepared the annual accounts on a going concern
basis.
COMPLIANCE CERTIFICATE :
A compliance certificate as required under Section 383A of the
Companies Act, 1956 from a Practicing Company Secretary for the
Financial Year ended 31st March,2010 is attached hereto and forms part
of this report.
AUDITORS REMARK :
The remarks of the Auditors in their Report and Notes attached to the
Accounts are self-explanatory.
AUDITORS :
M/s. J.K. Doshi & Co., Chartered Accountants, Auditors of the Company
would retire at the conclusion of the ensuing Annual General Meeting
and they are eligible for re-appointment. You are requested to appoint
Auditors and fix their remuneration.
APPRECIATION :
The Board of Directors are thankful to its Bankers for the support and
financial assistance from time to time.
The Directors appreciate the dedicated and sincere services rendered by
the employees of the Company.
The Board takes this opportunity to express its deep gratitude for the
continuous support received from the shareholders.
For and on behalf of the Board
MUMBAI N. M. PITTIE
May 31, 2010 CHAIRMAN
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