5 Significant Accounting Policies
A Use of Estimates
The preparation of financial statements are in conformity with the recognition and measurement principles of Ind AS which
requires management to make critical judgments, estimates and assumptions that affect the reporting of assets, liabilities,
income and expenditure. Estimates and underlying assumptions are reviewed on an ongoing basis and any revisions to
the estimates are recognised in the period in which the estimates are revised and future periods are affected.
Key source of estimation of uncertainty at the date of financial statements, which may cause material adjustment to the
carrying amount of assets and liabilities within the next financial year, is in respect of:
1) Useful lives and residual value of property, plant and equipment: Property, plant and equipment / intangible assets are
depreciated / amortised over their estimated useful lives, after taking into account estimated residual value. Management
reviews the estimated useful lives and residual values of the assets annually in order to determine the amount of
depreciation / amortisation to be recorded during any reporting period. The useful lives and residual values are based
on the Company's historical experience with similar assets and take into account anticipated technological changes.
The depreciation / amortisation for future periods is revised if there are significant changes from previous estimates.
2) Impairment of financial assets: The impairment provisions for financial assets are based on assumptions about risk of
default and expected cash loss. The Company uses judgement in making these assumptions and selecting the inputs
to the impairment calculation, based on Company's past history, existing market conditions as well as forward looking
estimates at the end of each reporting period.
3) Impairment of non-financial assets: Impairment exists when the carrying value of an asset or cash generating unit
exceeds its recoverable amount, which is the higher of its fair value less costs of disposal and its value in use. The fair
value less costs of disposal calculation is based on available data for similar assets or observable market prices less
incremental costs for disposing of the asset. The value in use calculation is based on a DCF model. The cash flows are
derived from the budget for the next five years and do not include restructuring activities that the Company is not yet
committed to or significant future investments that will enhance the asset's performance being tested. The recoverable
amount is sensitive to the discount rate used for the DCF model as well as the expected future cash-inflows and the
growth rate used for extrapolation purposes.
4) Employee benefits: The cost of the defined benefit and long term employee benefit plans and the present value of the
related obligations are determined using actuarial valuations. An actuarial valuation involves making various
assumptions that may differ from actual developments in the future. These include the determination of the discount
rate, future salary increases and mortality rates. Due to the complexities involved in the valuation, a defined benefit
and long term employee benefit obligations are highly sensitive to changes in these assumptions. All assumptions are
reviewed at each reporting period.
5) Expense Provisions & Contingent liabilities: The assessments undertaken in recognising provisions and contingencies
have been made in accordance with the applicable Ind AS. A provision is recognized if, as a result of a past event, the
Company has a present legal or constructive obligation that can be estimated reliably, and it is probable that an
outflow of economic benefits will be required to settle the obligation. Where the effect of time value of money is
material, provisions are determined by discounting the expected future cash flows. The Company has capital
commitments in relation to various capital projects which are not recognized on the balance sheet. In the normal
course of business, contingent liabilities may arise from litigation and other claims against the Company. There are
certain obligations which management has concluded, based on all available facts and circumstances, are not
probable of payment or are very difficult to quantify reliably, and such obligations are treated as contingent liabilities
and disclosed in the notes but are not reflected as liabilities in the financial statements. Although there can be no
assurance regarding the final outcome of the legal proceedings in which the Company involved, it is not expected that
such contingencies will have a material effect on its financial position or profitability.
6) Valuation of deferred tax assets: Deferred tax assets are recognised for unused tax credits to the extent that it is
probable that taxable profit will be available against which the credits can be utilised. Significant management
judgment is required to determine the amount of deferred tax assets that can be recognised, based upon the likely
timing and the level of future taxable profits together with future tax planning strategies.
B Property Plant and Equipment and Intangible Assets
Property, Plant and Equipment are stated at cost less accumulated depreciation and accumulated impairment losses, if
any. Cost includes all expenses related to the acquisition and installation of Property, Plant and Equipment which comprises
its purchase price net of any trade discounts and rebates, any import duties and other taxes (other than those subsequently
recoverable from the tax authorities), any directly attributable expenditure on making the asset ready for its intended use
and other incidental expenses.
Capital Work in Progress: Properties in the course of construction for production, supply or administrative purposes are
carried at cost, less any recognised impairment loss. Cost comprises direct cost, related incidental expenses, pre-operative
expenses, project expenses and for qualifying assets, borrowing costs capitalised in accordance with the Company's
accounting policy. Such properties are classified to the appropriate categories of property, plant and equipment when
completed and ready for intended use. Depreciation of these assets, on the same basis as other property assets, commences
when the assets are ready for their intended use.
An item of property, plant and equipment is derecognised upon disposal or when no future economic benefits are expected
to arise from the continued use of the asset. Any gain or loss arising on the disposal or retirement of an item of property,
plant and equipment is determined as the difference between the sales proceeds and the carrying amount of the asset and
is recognised in Statement of Profit and Loss.
Intangible Assets: Intangible assets with finite useful lives that are acquired separately are carried at cost less accumulated
amortisation and accumulated impairment losses. The estimated useful life and amortisation method are reviewed at the
end of each reporting period, with the effect of any changes in estimate being accounted for on a prospective basis.
C Depreciation and amortisation useful life of Property, Plant & Equipment and Intangable Assets
Depreciable amount for assets is the cost of an asset, or other amount substituted for cost, less its estimated residual value.
In respect of tangible assets, depreciation is charged on a straight line basis so as to write off the cost of the assets over the
useful lives as prescribed in Schedule II of the Companies Act, 2013. Depreciation on additions / disposals of the assets
during the current reporting year is provided on pro-rata basis according to the period during which the assets are put to
use / discarded. Intangible assets (softwares) are amortised over their estimated useful life on straight line method over a
period of five years.
D Impairment of Assets
The Company, at each balance sheet date, assesses whether there is any indication of impairment of any asset and / or
cash generating unit. If such indication exists, assets are impaired by comparing carrying amount of each asset and / or
cash generating unit to the recoverable amount being higher of the net selling price or value in use. Value in use is
determined from the present value of the estimated future cash flows from the continuing use of the assets.
E Foreign Exchange Transactions and Translation
Foreign currency transactions are recorded at exchange rates prevailing on the date of the transaction. The net gain or
loss on account of exchange differences arising on settlement of foreign currency transactions are recognized as income
or expense of the period in which they arise. Monetary assets and liabilities denominated in foreign currency as at the
balance sheet date are translated at the closing rate. The resultant exchange rate differences are recognized in the
statement of profit and loss. Non-monetary assets and liabilities are carried at the rates prevailing on the date of transaction.
F Inventory
Inventories consist of Raw Material, Work In Progress, Packing Goods, Finished Goods and Stores. Inventories are valued
at lower of cost or net realisable value. The cost is determined on the FIFO method and is net of tax credits and after
providing for obsolescence and other losses. Cost includes all charges in bringing the goods their existing location and
conditions, including various tax levies (other than those subsequently recoverable from the tax authorities), transit
insurance and receiving charges. Net realizable value is the contracted selling value less the estimated costs of completion
and the estimated costs necessary to make the sales. The Cost of work in progress and finished goods includes material
and packing cost, portion of labour and manufacturing overhead.
G Financial Instruments
Financial Assets
Initial recognition and measurement:
The Company recognizes a financial asset in its Balance Sheet when it becomes party to the contractual provisions of the
instrument. All financial assets are recognized initially at fair value, plus in the case of financial assets not recorded at fair
value through profit or loss (FVTPL), transaction costs that are attributable to the acquisition of the financial asset.Where
the fair value of a financial asset at initial recognition is different from its transaction price, the difference between the fair
value and the transaction price is recognized as a gain or loss in the Statement of Profit and Loss at initial recognition if the
fair value is determined through a quoted market price in an active market for an identical asset (i.e. level 1 input) or
through a valuation technique that uses data from observable markets (i.e. level 2 input). In case the fair value is not
determined using a level 1 or level 2 input as mentioned above, the difference between the fair value and transaction price
is deferred appropriately and recognized as a gain or loss in the Statement of Profit and Loss only to the extent that such
gain or loss arises due to a change in factor that market participants take into account when pricing the financial
asset.However, trade receivables that do not contain a significant financing component are measured at transaction price.
Subsequent measurement:
For subsequent measurement, the Company classifies a financial asset in accordance with the below criteria:
i. The Company's business model for managing the financial asset and
ii. The contractual cash flow characteristics of the financial asset.Based on the above criteria, the Company classifies its
financial assets into the following categories:
i. Financial assets measured at amortized cost.
ii. Financial assets measured at fair value through other comprehensive income (FVTOCI)
iii. Financial assets measured at fair value through profit or loss (FVTPL)
Financial assets measured at amortized cost:
A financial asset is measured at the amortized cost if both the following conditions are met:
a) The Company's business model objective for managing the financial asset is to hold financial assets in order to collect
contractual cash flows, and
b) The contractual terms of the financial asset give rise on specified dates to cash flows that are solely payments of
principal and interest on the principal amount outstanding.
This category applies to cash and bank balances, trade receivables and other financial assets of the Company. Such
financial assets are subsequently measured at amortized cost using the effective interest method.
Under the effective interest method, the future cash receipts are exactly discounted to the initial recognition value using the
effective interest rate. The cumulative amortization using the effective interest method of the difference between the initial
recognition amount and the maturity amount is added to the initial recognition value (net of principal repayments, if any) of
the financial asset over the relevant period of the financial asset to arrive at the amortized cost at each reporting date. The
corresponding effect of the amortization under effective interest method is recognized as interest income over the relevant
period of the financial asset. The same is included under other income in the Statement of Profit and Loss. The amortized
cost of a financial asset is also adjusted for loss allowance, if any.
Financial assets measured at FVTOCI:
Financial assets that are held within a business model whose objective is achieved by both, selling financial assets and
collecting contractual cash flows that are solely payments of principal and interest, are subsequently measured at fair
value through other comprehensive income. Fair value movements are recognized in the other comprehensive income
(OCI). Interest income measured using the EIR method and impairment losses, if any are recognised in the Statement of
Profit and Loss.
Financial assets measured at FVTPL:
A financial asset is measured at FVTPL unless it is measured at amortized cost or at FVTOCI as explained above. Such
financial assets are subsequently measured at fair value at each reporting date. Fair value changes are recognized in the
Statement of Profit and Loss.
Financial Liabilities
Initial recognition and measurement:
The Company recognizes a financial liability in its Balance Sheet when it becomes party to the contractual provisions of
the instrument. All financial liabilities are recognized initially at fair value minus, in the case of financial liabilities not
recorded at fair value through profit or loss (FVTPL), transaction costs that are attributable to the acquisition of the financial
liability.
Where the fair value of a financial liability at initial recognition is different from its transaction price, the difference between
the fair value and the transaction price is recognized as a gain or loss in the Statement of Profit and Loss at initial
recognition if the fair value is determined through a quoted market price in an active market for an identical asset (i.e. level
1 input) or through a valuation technique that uses data from observable markets (i.e. level 2 input). In case the fair value
is not determined using a level 1 or level 2 input as mentioned above, the difference between the fair value and transaction
price is deferred appropriately and recognized as a gain or loss in the Statement of Profit and Loss only to the extent that
such gain or loss arises due to a change in factor that market participants take into account when pricing the financial
liability.
Subsequent measurement:
All financial liabilities of the Company are subsequently measured at amortized cost using the effective interest method.Under
the effective interest method, the future cash payments are exactly discounted to the initial recognition value using the
effective interest rate. The cumulative amortization using the effective interest method of the difference between the initial
recognition amount and the maturity amount is added to the initial recognition value (net of principal repayments, if any) of
the financial liability over the relevant period of the financial liability to arrive at the amortized cost at each reporting date.
The corresponding effect of the amortization under effective interest method is recognized as interest expense over the
relevant period of the financial liability. The same is included under finance cost in the Statement of Profit and Loss.
Equity Instruments
An equity instrument is a contract that evidences residual interest in the assets of the Company after deducting all of its
liabilities. Incremental costs directly attributable to the issuance of equity instruments are recognised as a deduction from
equity, net of any tax effects.
Derivative Instruments
The Company uses derivative financial instruments such as forward contracts to mitigate the risk of changes in exchange
rates. Derivative financial instruments are initially recognised at fair value on the date on which a derivative contract is
entered into and are also subsequently measured at fair value. Derivatives are carried as Financial Assets when the fair
value is positive and as Financial Liabilities when the fair value is negative. Any gains or losses arising from changes in
the fair value of derivatives are taken directly to Statement of Profit and Loss.
De-recognition of financial assets and liabilities
The Company derecognizes a financial asset when the contractual right to the cash flows from the asset expires or it
transfers the rights to receive the contractual cash flows on the financial asset in a transaction which substantially all the
risk and rewards of ownership of the financial asset are transferred. If the Company retains substantially all the risk and
rewards of ownership of a transferred financial asset, the Company continues to recognize the financial asset and also
recognizes a collateralized borrowing for the proceeds received. The Company derecognizes a financial liability when its
contractual obligations are discharged, cancelled or expired; the difference between the carrying amount of derecognized
financial liability and the consideration paid is recognized as profit or loss.
Impairment of financial assets
At each balance sheet date, the Company assesses whether a financial asset is to be impaired. Ind AS 109 requires
expected credit losses to be measured through loss allowance. The Company measures the loss allowance for financial
assets at an amount equal to lifetime expected credit losses if the credit risk on that financial asset has increased
significantly since initial recognition. If the credit risk on a financial asset has not increased significantly since initial
recognition, the Company measures the loss allowance for financial assets at an amount equal to 12-month expected
credit losses. The Company uses both forward-looking and historical information to determine whether a significant
increase in credit risk has occurred.
Offsetting of Financial Instruments
Financial assets and financial liabilities are offset, and the net amount is reported in financial statements if there is a
currently enforceable legal right to offset the recognised amounts and there is an intention to settle on a net basis, to realise
the assets and settle the liabilities simultaneously.
Trade Receivables
Trade receivables are amounts due from customers for sale of goods and services in the ordinary course of business.
Trade receivables are initially recognized at its transaction price which is considered to be its fair value and are classified
as current assets as it is expected to be received within the normal operating cycle of the business.
Cash & Cash Equivalents
Cash and cash equivalents consists of cash on hand, balance with banks, short demand deposits. Short term means
investments with original maturities / holding period of three months or less from the date of investments. Bank overdrafts
that are repayable on demand and form an integral part of the Company's cash management are included as a component
of cash and cash equivalent for the purpose of statement of cash flow.
Trade Payables
Trade payables are amounts due to vendors for purchase of goods or services acquired in the ordinary course of business
and are classified as current liabilities to the extent it is expected to be paid within the normal operating cycle of the
business.
Other financial assets and liabilities
Other non-derivative financial instruments are initially recognized at fair value and subsequently measured at amortized
costs using the effective interest method.
H Revenue Recognition
Revenue from contracts with customers is recognized on transfer of control of promised goods or services to a customer at
an amount that reflects the consideration to which the Company is expected to be entitled to in exchange for those goods
or services. Revenue towards satisfaction of a performance obligation is measured at the amount of transaction price
allocated to that performance obligation. The transaction price of goods sold and services rendered is net of variable
consideration on account of various discounts and schemes offered by the Company as part of the contract.
Sale of products:
Revenue from sale of products is recognized when the control on the goods have been transferred to the customer. The
performance obligation in case of sale of product is satisfied at a point in time i.e., when the material is dispatched to the
customer or on delivery to the customer, as may be specified in the contract.
Rendering of services:
Revenue from services is recognized on satisfaction of performance obligation for the services rendered.If the services
rendered / goods sold by the Company exceed the payment, a contract asset is recognised. If the payments by customer
exceeds the services rendered / goods sold, a contract liability is recognised.
Interest income from a financial asset is recognised when it is probable that the economic benefits will flow to the Company
and the amount of income can be measured reliably. Interest income is accrued on a time basis, by reference to the
principal outstanding and at the effective interest rate applicable, which is the rate that exactly discounts estimated future
cash receipts through the expected life of the financial asset to that asset's net carrying amount on initial recognition.Export
Incentive in the nature of MEIS notified by the Government is accounted when it is probable that the economic benefits will
flow to the Company and the amount of income can be measured reliably.
I Employee Benefits
Employee benefits include Salary, wages, gratuity expense and compensated absences.
Defined benefit plan:
For defined benefit plan in the form of gratuity fund, the cost of providing benefits is determined using the projected unit
credit method, with actuarial valuations being carried out at the end of each annual reporting period. Remeasurement,
comprising actuarial gains and losses, the effect of the changes to the asset ceiling (if applicable) and the return on plan
assets (excluding net interest), is reflected immediately in the balance sheet with a charge or credit recognised in other
comprehensive income in the period in which they occur. Remeasurement recognised in other comprehensive income is
reflected immediately in retained earnings and is not reclassified to Statement of Profit and Loss. Past service cost is
recognised in profit or loss in the period of a plan amendment. Net interest is calculated by applying the discount rate at the
beginning of the period to the net defined benefit liability or asset. Defined benefit costs are categorised as follows:
• service cost (including current service cost, past service cost, as well as gains and losses on curtailments and
settlements);
• net interest expense or income; and
• remeasurement
The Company presents the first two components of defined benefit costs in Statement of Profit and Loss in the line item
‘Employee benefits expense'. Curtailment gains and losses are accounted for as past service costs. The retirement benefit
obligation recognised in the balance sheet represents the actual deficit or surplus in the Company's defined benefit plans.
Any surplus resulting from this calculation is limited to the present value of any economic benefits available in the form of
refunds from the plans or reductions in future contributions to the plans. A liability for a termination benefit is recognised at
the earlier of when the entity can no longer withdraw the offer of the termination benefit and when the entity recognises any
related restructuring costs.
Short-term and other long-term employee benefits:
A liability is recognised for benefits accruing to employees in respect of wages and salaries, annual leave and other short
term employee benefits in the period the related service is rendered at the undiscounted amount of the benefits expected
to be paid in exchange for that service. Liabilities recognised in respect of long-term employee benefits in form of
compensated absences are measured at the present value of the estimated future cash outflows expected to be made by
the Company in respect of services provided by employees up to the reporting date.
J Operating Expenses
Operating Expenses are charged to statement of Profit and Loss on accrual basis.
K Leases
As a lessee, the Company recognises a right-of-use asset and a lease liability at the lease commencement date. The right-
of-use asset is initially measured at cost, which comprises the initial amount of the lease liability adjusted for any lease
payments made at or before the commencement date, plus any initial direct costs incurred and an estimate of costs to
dismantle and remove the underlying asset or to restore the underlying asset or the site on which it is located, less any
lease incentives received.
The right-of-use asset is subsequently depreciated using the straight-line method from the commencement date to the
earlier of the end of the useful life of the right-of-use asset or the end of the lease term. The estimated useful lives of right-
of-use assets are determined on the same basis as those of property, plant and equipment. In addition, the right-of-use
asset is periodically reduced by impairment losses, if any, and adjusted for certain re-measurements of the lease liability.
The lease liability is initially measured at the present value of the lease payments that are not paid at the commencement
date, discounted using the interest rate as suggested by Ind AS 116. Lease payments included in the measurement of the
lease liability comprise the Fixed payments, including in-substance fixed payments.The lease liability is measured at
amortised cost using the effective interest method. When the lease liability is remeasured, a corresponding adjustment is
made to the carrying amount of the right-of-use asset, or is recorded in profit or loss if the carrying amount of the right-of-
use asset has been reduced to zero. The Company presents right-of-use assets as separate line item in Non-current
Assets and lease liabilities in ‘borrowings' in the balance sheet.
Short-term leases and leases of low-value assets:
The Company has elected not to recognise right-of-use assets and lease liabilities for short-term leases of real estate
properties that have a lease term of less than 12 months. The Company recognises the lease payments associated with
these leases as an expense on a straight line basis over the lease term.
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