Mar 31, 2015
A) Basis of accounting and preparation of financial statements
The financial Statements of the Company have been prepared in
accordance wITh the generally accepted accounting principles in India
(India GAAP). The Company has prepared these financial statements to
comply in all material respects wITh the accounting standards notified
under section 133 of the Companies Act, 2013, read together wITh
paragraph 7 of the Companies (Accounts) Rules 2014. The financial
statements have been prepared on an accrual basis and under the
historical cost convention.
b) Use of estimates
The preparation of the financial statements in conformITy wITh Indian
GAAP requires the Management to make estimates and assumptions
considered in the reported amounts of assets and liabilITies (including
contingent liabilITies) and the reported income and expenses during the
year. The Management believes that the estimates used in preparation of
the financial statements are prudent and reasonable. Future results
could differ due to these estimates and the differences between the
actual results and the estimates are recognized in the periods in which
the results are known / materialize.
c) Fixed Assets Tangible fixed assets
Fixed assets are stated at cost of acquisITion and installation less
accumulated depreciation and impairment losses. Cost is inclusive of
freight, duties, levies and any directly attributable cost of bringing
the assets to their working condITion for intended use.
Subsequent expendITure related to an ITem of fixed asset is added to
ITs book value only if IT increases the future benefITs from the
existing assets beyond ITs previously assessed standards of
performance.
Replacement of any part of plant and machinery, which are of capITal
nature, are capITalized along wITh the main plant and machinery and
cost of the replace part is wrITten off. In case the cost of replace
part is not identifiable, the equal value of replacement is deducted
from the existing gross block of the assets.
Gains and losses arising from disposal / derecognITion of fixed assets
which are carried at cost are recognized in the Statement of ProfIT and
Loss.
CapITal work in progress
Project under which assets are not ready for their intended use and
other capITal work in progress are carried at cost, comprising direct
cost, related incidental expenses and attributable interest.
Intangible assets
Intangible assets are carried at cost less accumulated amortization and
impairment losses, if any. The cost of an intangible asset comprises
ITs purchase price and any directly attributable expendITure on making
the asset ready for ITs intended use.
Depreciation and amortization
Depreciation on fixed assets is calculated on a straight line basis
using the rates arrived at based on the useful lives estimated by the
management on fixed assets acquired before 01/04/2014, which is
different from that prescribed in Schedule II of the Act.
The Company depreciates ITs fixed assets acquired after 1st April 2014,
over the useful life in the manner prescribed in schedule II of the
Act, as against the earlier practice of depreciating at the rates
prescribed in schedule XIV of the Companies Act, 1956.
Depreciation on addITion to assets or an sale / discardment of assets,
is calculated pro rate from the month of such addITion or up to the
month of such sale/ discardment, as the case may be.
Cost of Technical Know -how capITalized is amortised over a period of
ten years thereof.
d) Inventories
Inventories are valued at the lower of cost (on FIFO / weighted average
basis) and the net realisable value after providing for obsolescence
and other losses, where considered necessary. Cost includes all charges
in bringing the goods to the point of sale, including octroi and other
levies, transIT insurance and receiving charges. Work-in-progress and
finished goods include appropriate proportion of overheads and, where
applicable, excise duty.
e) Investments
Investments are classified as current or long-term in accordance wITh
Accounting Standard 13 on "Accounting for Investments". Current
investments are stated at lower of cost or fair value in respect of
each separate investment.
Long term investments are stated at cost less provision for diminution
in value other than temporary, if any.
f) Revenue recognITion Sale of goods
Revenue is recognized when significant risks and rewards of ownership
of the goods sold are transferred to the customer and the commodITy has
been delivered to the shipping agent / customer. Revenue represents the
invoice value of goods and services provided to parties net of
discounts, sales tax / value added tax and rebate.
Income from services
Revenue is respect of contracts for services is recognized on
completion of services.
Other Income
Interest income is recognized on a time proportion basis by reference
to the principal outstanding and at the interest rate applicable.
g) Foreign currency transaction and translations
Transactions in foreign currencies are recorded at exchange rates
prevailing on the date of the transaction. Year end balances of
monetary assets and liabilITies are translated at the year end rates.
Exchange differences arising on restatement of settlement is charged to
the Statement of ProfIT and Loss.
h) Retirement BenefITs And Leave Encashment Retirement benefITs are
dealt wITh in the following manner:
i) Contribution to Provident Fund and Family Pension Fund are accounted
on accrual basis wITh corresponding contribution to relevant
authorITies.
ii) LiabilITies in respect of gratuITy of employees are funded under
the employees' group gratuITy scheme wITh the Life Insurance
Corporation of India
iii) Encashment of leave lying to the credIT of employees is not
provided for on actuarial basis. IT is accounted on cash basis.
Therefore, IT is not possible to ascertain the liabilITy at the end of
the accounting year.
i) Taxes On Income
Income tax is accounted for in accordance wITh Accounting Standard 22
on "Accounting for Taxes on Income". Taxes comprise both current and
deferred tax.
Tax on income for the current period is determined on the basis of
taxable income and tax credITs computed in accordance wITh the
provisions of the Income Tax Act, 1961, and based on the expected
outcome of assessments/appeals.
Deferred tax is recognized on timing differences between the accounting
income and the taxable income for the year, and quantified using the
tax rates and laws enacted or substantively enacted as on the Balance
Sheet date.
Deferred tax assets are recognized and carried forward to the extent
that there is a reasonable certainty that sufficient future taxable
income will be available against which such deferred tax assets can be
realized. Deferred Tax assets are reviewed as at each balance sheet
date.
j) Impairment Of Assets:
Impairment is ascertained at each balance sheet date in respect of the
company's fixed assets. An impairment loss is recognized wherever the
carrying amount of an asset exceeds ITs recoverable amount. The
recoverable amount is the greater of the net selling price and value in
use. In assessing value in use, the estimated future cash flows are
discounted to their present value based on an appropriate discount
factor. This is in accordance wITh the "Accounting Standard 28" issued
in this regard by the InstITute of Chartered Accountants of India.
k) Borrowing Costs
Borrowing costs attributable to the acquisITion or construction of
qualifying assets, as defined in Accounting Standard 16 on "Borrowing
Costs" are capITalized as part of the cost of such asset up to the date
when the asset is ready for ITs intended use. Other borrowing costs
are expensed as incurred.
l) Accounting For Provisions, Contingent LiabilITies & Contingent
Assets
Provisions are recognized in terms of Accounting Standard 29-
"Provisions, Contingent LiabilITies and Contingent Assets issued by the
ICAI, when there is a present legal or statutory obligation as a result
of past events where IT is probable that there will be outflow of
resources to settle the obligation and when a reliable estimate of the
amount of the obligation can be made.
Contingent LiabilITies are recognized only when there is a possible
obligation arising from past events due to occurrence or non-
occurrence of one or more uncertain future events not wholly wIThin the
control of the company or where reliable estimate of the obligation
cannot be made. Obligations are assessed on an ongoing basis and only
those having a largely probable outflow of resources are provided for.
Contingent Assets are not recognized in the financial statements.
m) Segment Reporting
The business of the company falls under a single segment i.e., "
WrITing Instrument and Stationeries". In view of the general
clarification issued by the InstITute of Chartered Accountants of India
for companies operating in single segment, the disclosure requirement
as per Accounting Standard 17 "Segment Reporting" are not applicable to
the Company.
n) Earnings Per Share
The Company reports Earnings Per Share (EPS) in accordance wITh
Accounting Standard 20 on "Earning Per Share". Basic EPS is computed by
dividing the net profIT for the year by the weighted average number of
EquITy shares outstanding during the year. Diluted EPS is computed by
dividing the net profIT or loss for the year weighted average number of
equITy shares outstanding during the year as adjusted for the effect of
all dilutive potential equITy shares, except where the result are anti-
dilutive.
Cash and Cash equivalents
Cash comprises cash in hand and demand deposIT wITh banks. Cash and
cash equivalents for the purposes of cash flow statement comprise cash
at bank and cash in hand and short- term investments wITh an original
maturITy of three months or less.
o) Cash flow statement
Cash flows are reported using the indirect method, whereby profIT /
(loss) before extraordinary ITems and tax is adjusted for the effects
of transactions of non-cash nature and any deferrals or accruals of
past or future cash receipts or payments. The cash flows from
operating, investing and financing activITies of the Company are
segregated based on the available information.
Mar 31, 2014
A) Basis of accounting and preparation of financial statements
The financial statements of the Company have been prepared on accrual
basis under the historical cost convention in accordance with the
Generally Accepted Accounting Principles in India (Indian GAAP) to
comply with the Accounting Standards notifed under section 211(3C) of
the Companies Act, 1956 and the relevant provisions thereof. All
assets and liabilities have been classifed as Current or non- current
as per operating cycle criteria set out in the Revised Schedule VI to
the Companies Act, 1956.
b) Use of estimates
The preparation of the financial statements in conformity with Indian
GAAP requires the Management to make estimates and assumptions
considered in the reported amounts of assets and liabilities (including
contingent liabilities) and the reported income and expenses during the
year. The Management believes that the estimates used in preparation of
the financial statements are prudent and reasonable. Future results
could differ due to these estimates and the differences between the
actual results and the estimates are recognized in the periods in which
the results are known / materialize.
c) Fixed Assets Tangible fixed assets
Fixed assets are stated at cost of acquisition and installation less
accumulated depreciation and impairment losses. Cost is inclusive of
freight, duties, levies and any directly attributable cost of bringing
the assets to their working condition for intended use.
Capital work in progress
Project under which assets are not ready for their intended use and
other capital work in progress are carried at cost, comprising direct
cost, related incidental expenses and attributable interest.
Intangible assets
Intangible assets are carried at cost less accumulated amortization and
impairment losses, if any. The cost of an intangible asset comprises
its purchase price and any directly attributable expenditure on making
the asset ready for its intended use.
Depreciation and amortization
Depreciation has been provided on the straight-line method as per the
rates prescribed in Schedule XIV to the Companies Act, 1956 except
Individual items of assets costing up to Rs.5000/- are full depreciated
in the year of acquisition. Depreciation is charged from the month of
the date of purchases in the case of acquisitions made during the year.
In respect of assets sold, depreciation is provided up to the month
prior to the date of sale. Intangible assets are amortized over their
estimated useful life.
d) Inventories
Inventories are valued at the lower of cost (on FIFO / weighted average
basis) and the net realisable value after providing for obsolescence
and other losses, where considered necessary. Cost includes all charges
in bringing the goods to the point of sale, including octroi and other
levies, transit insurance and receiving charges. Work-in-progress and
fnished goods include appropriate proportion of overheads and, where
applicable, excise duty.
e) Investments
Investments are classifed as current or long-term in accordance with
Accounting Standard 13 on "Accounting for
Investments".
Current investments are stated at lower of cost or fair value in
respect of each separate investment.
Long term investments are stated at cost less provision for diminution
in value other than temporary, if any.
f) Revenue recognition
Sale of goods
Revenue is recognized when significant risks and rewards of ownership of
the goods sold are transferred to the customer and the commodity has
been delivered to the shipping agent / customer. Revenue represents the
invoice value of goods and services provided to parties net of
discounts, sales tax / value added tax and rebate.
Income from services
Revenue is respect of contracts for services is recognized on
completion of services.
Other Income
Interest income is recognized on a time proportion basis by reference
to the principal outstanding and at the interest rate applicable.
g) Foreign currency transaction and translations
Transactions in foreign currencies are recorded at exchange rates
prevailing on the date of the transaction. Year end balances of
monetary assets and liabilities are translated at the year end rates.
Exchange differences arising on restatement of settlement is charged to
the Statement of profit and Loss.
h) Retirement benefits And Leave Encashment
Retirement benefits are dealt with in the following manner: i)
Contribution to Provident Fund and Family Pension Fund are accounted on
accrual basis with corresponding contribution to relevant authorities.
ii) Liabilities in respect of gratuity of employees are funded under
the employees'' group gratuity scheme with the Life Insurance
Corporation of India
iii) Encashment of leave lying to the credit of employees is not
provided for on actuarial basis. It is accounted on cash basis.
Therefore, it is not possible to ascertain the liability at the end of
the accounting year.
i) Taxes On Income
Income tax is accounted for in accordance with Accounting Standard 22
on "Accounting for Taxes on Income". Taxes comprise both current and
deferred tax.
Tax on income for the current period is determined on the basis of
taxable income and tax credits computed in accordance with the
provisions of the Income Tax Act, 1961, and based on the expected
outcome of assessments/ appeals.
Deferred tax is recognized on timing differences between the accounting
income and the taxable income for the year, and quantifed using the tax
rates and laws enacted or substantively enacted as on the Balance Sheet
date.
Deferred tax assets are recognized and carried forward to the extent
that there is a reasonable certainty that suffcient future taxable
income will be available against which such deferred tax assets can be
realized. Deferred Tax assets are reviewed as at each balance sheet
date.
j) Impairment Of Assets:
Impairment is ascertained at each balance sheet date in respect of the
company''s fixed assets. An impairment loss is recognized wherever the
carrying amount of an asset exceeds its recoverable amount. The
recoverable amount is the greater of the net selling price and value in
use. In assessing value in use, the estimated future cash flows are
discounted to their present value based on an appropriate discount
factor. This is in accordance with the "Accounting Standard 28" issued
in this regard by the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India.
k) Borrowing Costs
Borrowing costs attributable to the acquisition or construction of
qualifying assets, as Defined in Accounting Standard 16 on "Borrowing
Costs" are capitalized as part of the cost of such asset up to the date
when the asset is ready for its intended use. Other borrowing costs are
expensed as incurred.
l) Accounting For Provisions, Contingent Liabilities & Contingent
Assets
Provisions are recognized in terms of Accounting Standard 29-
"Provisions, Contingent Liabilities and Contingent Assets issued by the
ICAI, when there is a present legal or statutory obligation as a result
of past events where it is probable that there will be outflow of
resources to settle the obligation and when a reliable estimate of the
amount of the obligation can be made.
Contingent Liabilities are recognized only when there is a possible
obligation arising from past events due to occurrence or non-occurrence
of one or more uncertain future events not wholly within the control of
the company or where reliable estimate of the obligation cannot be
made. Obligations are assessed on an ongoing basis and only those
having a largely probable outflow of resources are provided for.
Contingent Assets are not recognized in the financial statements.
m) Segment Reporting
The business of the company falls under a single segment i.e., "
Writing Instrument and Stationeries". In view of the general
clarifcation issued by the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India
for companies operating in single segment, the disclosure requirement
as per Accounting Standard 17 "Segment Reporting" are not applicable to
the Company.
n) Earnings Per Share
The Company reports Earnings Per Share (EPS) in accordance with
Accounting Standard 20 on "Earning Per Share". Basic EPS is computed
by dividing the net profit for the year by the weighted average number
of Equity shares outstanding during the year. Diluted EPS is computed
by dividing the net profit or loss for the year weighted average number
of equity shares outstanding during the year as adjusted for the effect
of all dilutive potential equity shares, except where the result are
anti- dilutive.
o) Cash fow statement
Cash flows are reported using the indirect method, whereby profit /
(loss) before extraordinary items and tax is adjusted for the effects
of transactions of non-cash nature and any deferrals or accruals of
past or future cash receipts or payments. The cash flows from operating,
investing and fnancing activities of the Company are segregated based
on the available information.
Mar 31, 2012
A) Basis of accounting and preparation of financial statements
The financial statements of the Company have been prepared on accrual
basis under the historical cost convention in accordance with the
Generally Accepted Accounting Principles in India (Indian GAAP) to
comply with the Accounting Standards notified under section 211 (3C) of
the Companies Act, 1956 and the relevant provisions thereof.
All assets and liabilities have been classified as Current or non-
current as per operating cycle criteria set out in the ' Revised
Schedule VI to the Companies Act, 1956. v
b) Use of estimates
The preparation of the financial statements in conformity with Indian
GAAP requires the Management to make estimates and assumptions
considered in the reported amounts of assets and liabilities (including
contingent liabilities) and the reported income and expenses during the
year. The Management believes that the estimates used in preparation of
the financial statements are prudent and reasonable..Future results
could differ due to these estimates and the differences between the
actual results and the estimates are recognized in the periods in which
the results are known / materialize.
c) Fixed Assets
Tangible fixed assets
Fixed assets are stated at cost of acquisition and installation less
accumulated depreciation and impairment losses. Cost is inclusive of
freight, duties, levies and any directly attributable cost of bringing
the assets to their working condition for intended use.
Capital work in progress
Project under which assets are not ready for their intended use and
other capital work in progress are carried at cost, comprising
direct.cost, related incidental expenses and attributableinterest.
Intangible assets
Intangible assets are carried at cost less accumulated amortization and
impairment losses, if any. The cost of ah intangible asset comprises
its purchase price and any directly attributable expenditure on making
the asset ready for its intended use.
Depreciation and amortization
Depreciation has been provided on the straight-lfne method as per the
rates prescribed in Schedule XIV to the Companies Act, 1956 except
Individual items of assets costing up to Rs. 5000 are full depreciated in
the year of acquisition.
Depreciation is charged from the month of the date of purchases in the
case of acquisitions made during the year. In respect of assets sold,
depreciation is provided up to assets sold, depreciation is provided up
to the month prior to the date of sale. .
Intangible assets are amortized over their estimated useful life.
d) Inventories
Inventories are valued at the lower of cost (on FIFO / weighted average
basis) and the net realisable value after providing for obsolescence
and other losses, where considered necessary. Cost includes all charges
in bringing the goods to the point of sale, including octroi and other
levies, transit insurance and receiving charges. Work-in-progress and
finished goods include appropriate proportion of Overheads and, where
applicable, excise duty.
e) Investments
Investments are classified as current or long-term in accordance with
Accounting Standard 13 on "Accounting for Investments". Current
investments are stated at lower of cost or fair value in respect of
each separate investment. Long term investments are stated at cost less
provision for diminution in value other than temporary, if any.
f) Revenue recognition
Sale of goods
Revenue is recognized when significant risks and rewards of ownership
of the goods sold are transferred to the customer and the commodity has
been delivered to the shipping agent / customer. Revenue represents the
invoice value of goods and services provided to parties net of
discounts, sales tax / value added tax and rebate.
Income from services
Revenue is respect of-contracts for services is recognized on
completion of services. Other Income Interest income is recognized on a
time proportion basis by reference to the principal outstanding and at
the interest rate applicable.
g) Foreign currency transaction and translations
Transactions in foreign currencies are recorded at exchange rates
prevailing on the date of the transaction. Year end balances uf
monetary assets and liabilities are translated at the year end rates.
Exchange differences arising on restatement of settlement is charged to
the Statement of Profit and Loss.
h) Retirement Benefits And Leave Encashment
Retirement benefits are dealt with in the following manner:
i) Contribution to Provident Fund and Family Pension Fund are accounted
on accrual basis with corresponding contribution to relevant
authorities.
ii) Liabilities in respect of gratuity of employees are funded under
the employees' group gratuity scheme with the Life Insurance
Corporation of India
iii) Encashment of leave lying to the credit of employees is not
provided for on actuarial basis. It is accounted on cash basis.
Therefore, it is not possible to ascertain the liability at the end of
the accounting year.
i) Taxes On Income
Income tax is accounted for in accordance with Accounting Standard 22
on "Accounting for Taxes on Income". Taxes comprise both current and
deferred tax.
Tax on income for the current period is determined on the basis of
taxable income and tax credits computed in accordance with the
provisions of the Income Tax Act, 1961, and based on the expected
outcome of assessments/appeals.
Deferred tax is recognized on timing differences between the accounting
income and the taxable income for the year, and quantified using the
tax rates and laws enacted or substantively enacted as on the Balance
Sheet date.
Deferred tax assets are recognized and carried forward to the extent
that there is a reasonable certainty that sufficient future taxable
income will be available against which such deferred tax assets can be
realized. Deferred Tax assets are reviewed as at each balance sheet
date.
j) Impairment Of Assets:
Impairment is ascertained at each balance sheet date in respect of the
company's fixed assets. An impairment loss is recognized wherever the
carrying amount of an asset exceeds its recoverable amount. The
recoverable amount is the greater of the net selling price and value in
use: In assessing value in use, the estimated future cash flows are
discounted to their present value based on an appropriate discount
factor. This is in accordance with the "Accounting Standard 28" issued
in this regard by the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India.
k) Borrowing Costs
Borrowing costs attributable to the acquisition or construction of
qualifying assets, as defined in Accounting Standard 16 on "Borrowing
Costs" are capitalized as part of the cost of such asset up to the date
when the asset is ready for its intended use. Other borrowing costs are
expensed as incurred.
I) Accounting For Provisions, Contingent Liabilities fit Contingent
Assets
Provisions are recognized in terms of Accounting Standard 29-
"Provisions, Contingent Liabilities and Contingent Assets issued by the
ICAI, when there is a present legal or statutory obligation as a result
of past events where it is probable that there will be outflow of
resources to settle the obligation and when a reliable estimate of the
amount of the obligation can be made.
Contingent Liabilities are recognized only when there is a possible
obligation arising from past events due to occurrence or non-occurrence
of one or more uncertain future events not wholly within the control of
the company or where reliable estimate of the obligation cannot be
made. Obligations are assessed on an ongoing basis and only those
having a largely probable outflow of resources are provided for.
Contingent Assets are not recognized in the financial statements.
m) Segment Reporting
The business of the company falls under a single segment i.e., "
Writing Instrument and Stationeries". In view of the general
clarification issued by the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India
for companies operating in single segment/ the disclosure requirement
as per Accounting Standard 17 "Segment Reporting" are not applicable to
the Company.
n) Earnings Per Share
The Company reports Earnings Per Share (EPS) in accordance with
Accounting Standard 20 on "Earning Per Share". Basic . EPS is computed
by dividing the net profit for the year by the weighted average number
of Equity shares outstanding during the year. Diluted EPS is computed
by dividing the net profit or loss for the year weighted average number
of equity shares outstanding during the year as adjusted for the effect
of all dilutive potential equity shares, except where the result are
anti- dilutive.
o) Cash flow statement
Cash flows are reported using the indirect method, whereby profit /
(loss) before extraordinary items and tax is adjusted for the effects
of transactions of non-cash nature and any deferrals or accruals of
past or future cash receipts or payments. The cash flows from
operating, investing and financing activities of the Company are
segregated based on the available information.
Mar 31, 2010
A) METHOD OF ACCOUNTING
The financial statements are prepared under the historical cost
convention, on accrual basis, in accordance with the generally accepted
accounting principles in India, the Accounting Standards issued by the
Institute of Chartered Accountants of India and the provisions of the
Companies Act, 1956.
B) FIXED ASSETS
Fixed assets are stated at cost of acquisition including attributable
interest 6 financial costs till the date of acquisition/ installation
of the assets and improvement thereon and cost of technical know how is
amortized over the period of ten years.
C) DEPRECIATION
i) Depreciation on fixed assets is provided on Straight Line Method in
accordance with the provisions of-section 205(2) of the Companies Act,
1956 at the rates prescribed in Schedule XIV to the said Act.
ii) Depreciation on the Fixed Assets added / disposed off during the
year is calculated on pro-rata basis with reference to the date of
addition/disposal.
iii) Depreciation on assets acquired for the new project and not put to
use has not been provided and wjll be provided from the date of
installation of the assets or the commencement of production whichever
is later.
C) CAPITAL WORK-IN-PROGRESS
Expenditure during construction period in respect of new projects is
included under capital work-in-progress and the same will be allocated
to the fixed assets on commissioning of the projects.
D) BORROWING COSTS
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 intended use. All other
borrowing costs are charged to revenue
E) INVENTORIES
i) In terms of Accounting Standard " Valuation of Inventories "
(Revised ) (AS- 2) issued by the Institute of Chartered Accountants of
India , Inventories of raw materials, stores and spares and packing
materials are being valued at cost or net realizable value whichever is
lower, cost whereof is determined on first in first out basis.
ii) Stock of finished goods is being valued at cost or market value
whichever is lower and stock of semi-finished goods is being value at
cost, cost whereof is being determined on absorption costing basis.
F) FOREIGN CURRENCY TRANSACTIONS
i) Initial Recognition
Transactions denominated in foreign currencies are recorded at the
exchange rates prevailing on the date of the transaction.
ii) Conversion
At the year-end, monetary items denominated in foreign currencies,
other than those covered by forward contracts, are converted into rupee
equivalents at the year end exchange rates.
iii) Exchange Differences
All exchange differences arising on settlement and conversion on
foreign currency transaction are included in the Profit and Loss
Account.
G) INVESTMENTS
Investments that are intended to be held for more than a year from the
date of acquisition are classified as long term investments and are
carried at cost less any provision for permanent diminution in value.
Investments other then long term investments being current investments
are valued at cost or fair value whichever is lower.
H) RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT COSTS
Research and Development Costs (other than cost of fixed assets
acquired) are charged as an expense in the year in which they are
incurred and are reflected under the appropriate heads of account.
I) MISCELLANEOUS EXPENDITURE
Preliminary Expenses are being fully written off in the year in which
they are incurred .
J) RETIREMENT BENEFITS AND LEAVE ENCASHMENT
Retirement benefits are dealt with in the following manner:
i) Contribution to Provident Fund and Family Pension Fund are accounted
on accrual basis with corresponding contribution to relevant
authorities.
ii) Liabilities in respect of gratuity of employees are funded under
the employees group gratuity scheme with the Life Insurance
Corporation of India
iii) Encashment of leave lying to the credit of employees is not
provided for on actuarial basis. It is accounted on cash basis.
Therefore, it is not possible to ascertain the liability at the end of
the accounting year.
K) REVENUE RECOGNITION
i) Revenue in respect of sale of goods is recognized at the point of
dispatch/passage of title of goods to the customers.
ii) Sales is exclusive of Sales Tax / VAT, rebate, sales return etc.
iii) All other income is accounted for on accrual basis.
iv) Purchase are stated net of discount, rate difference, purchase
return etc.
L) TAXES ON INCOME
i) Tax on income for the current period is determined on the basis of
taxable income and tax credits computed in accordance with the
provisions of the Income Tax Act, 1961, and based on the expected
outcome of assessments/ appeals.
ii) Deferred tax is recognized on timing differences between the
accounting income and the taxable income for the year, and quantified
using the tax rates and laws enacted or substantively enacted as on the
Balance Sheet date.
iii) Deferred tax assets are recognized and carried forward to the
extent that there is a reasonable certainty that sufficient future
taxable income will be available against which such deferred tax assets
can be realized. Deferred Tax assets are reviewed as at each balance
sheet date.
M) IMPAIRMENT OF ASSETS:
Impairment is ascertained at each balance sheet date in respect of the
companys fixed assets. An impairment loss is recognized wherever the
carrying amount of an asset exceeds its recoverable amount. The
recoverable amount is the greater of the net selling price and value in
use. In assessing value in use, the estimated future cash flows are
discounted to their present value based on an appropriate discount
factor. This is in accordance with the Accounting Standard issued in
this regard by the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India.
N) ACCOUNTING FOR PROVISIONS, CONTINGENT LIABILITIES & CONTINGENT
ASSETS
Provisions are recognized in terms of Accounting Standard 29-
"Provisions, Contingent Liabilities and Contingent Assets issued by the
ICAI, when there is a present legal or statutory obligation as a result
of past events where it is probable that there will be outflow of
resources to settle the obligation and when a reliable estimate of the
amount of the obligation can be made.
Contingent Liabilities are recognized only when there is a possible
obligation arising from past events due to occurrence or non-occurrence
of one or more uncertain future events not wholly within the control of
the company or where reliable estimate of the obligation cannot be
made. Obligations are assessed on an ongoing basis and only those
having a largely probable outflow of resources are provided for.
Contingent Assets are not recognized in the financial statements.
0) SEGMENT REPORTING
The business of the company falls under a single segment i.e., "
Writing Instrument and Stationeries". In view of the general
clarification issued by the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India
for companies operating in single segment, the disclosure requirements
as per Accounting Standard 17 "Segment Reporting" are not applicable to
the Company.
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