The Warrants separated from the Units and began to trade on April 13, 2006. After separation, each Warrant entitles the holder to purchase from the Company one share of common stock at an exercise price of $5.00 commencing on the later of (a) one year from the effective date of the Public Offering or (b) the earlier of the completion of a Business Combination with a target business or the liquidation of the Trust Fund and expiring five years from the date of the Public Offering. The Company has a right to redeem the Warrants, provided the common stock has traded at a closing price of at least $8.50 per share for any 20 trading days within a 30 trading day period ending on the third business day prior to the date on which notice of redemption is given. If the Company redeems the Warrants, either the holder will have to exercise the Warrants by purchasing the common stock from the Company for $5.00 or the Warrants will expire.
The Underwriter’s over-allotment option of 1,474,500 Units was exercised, and the 11,304,500 Units sold at the closing of the Public Offering include the over-allotment.
In connection with the Public Offering, the Company issued an option, for $100, to the Underwriter to purchase 500,000 Units at an exercise price of $7.50 per Unit, exercisable the later of March 2, 2007 or the consummation of a Business Combination. The Company has accounted for the fair value of the option, inclusive of the receipt of the $100 cash payment, as an expense of the Public Offering resulting in a charge directly to stockholders’ equity. The Company estimated, using the Black-Scholes method, the fair value of the option granted to the Underwriter as of the date of grant was approximately $756,200 using the following assumptions: (1) expected volatility of 30.1%, (2) risk-free interest rate of 3.9% and (3) expected life of five years. The estimated volatility was based on a basket of Indian companies that trade in the United States or the United Kingdom. The option may be exercised for cash or on a “cashless” basis, at the holder’s option, such that the holder may use the appreciated value of the option (the difference between the exercise prices of the option and the underlying Warrants and the market price of the Units and underlying securities) to exercise the option without the payment of any cash. The Warrants underlying such Units are exercisable at $6.25 per share.
Investments held in the Trust Fund consist of Treasury Bills and money market funds. The Treasury Bills have been accounted for as trading securities and recorded at their fair market value. The excess of market value over cost is included in interest income in the accompanying statement of operations. Investments held in the Trust Fund as of September 30 and March 31, 2007 include the following:
The founding stockholders (the “Founders”) made three unsecured loans to the Company totaling $870,000 that came due on March 31, 2007. The notes all bore interest at 4% per annum. On April 6, 2007, $100,000 of the $870,000 in loans was repaid. One of the Founders made available a line of credit for $100,000 by personally guaranteeing the line.
Also on April 6, 2007, the loan of $720,000 made by one of the Founders was partially repaid. The Company paid the founding stockholder $500,000 plus accrued interest, cancelled the note for $720,000 and issued the Founder a new note for $220,000. The remaining $50,000 not yet paid will be repaid on the earlier of March 31, 2008 or the consummation of a Business Combination. On May 8, 2007, the same Founder loaned the Company an additional $275,000. We issued him a new note for $275,000.
The rights under the two new notes are similar to those set out in the original Founder’s notes. The new notes are payable on the earlier of March 31, 2008 or the consummation of a Business Combination. The notes bear interest at 8% per annum. Due to the short-term nature of the notes, the fair value of the notes approximates their carrying amount. Interest expense of approximately $10,400 and $18,710 has been included in the statement of operations for the three and six months ended September 30, 2007, respectively and $9,200 and $17,500 has been included in the statement of operations for the three and six month periods ended September 30, 2006, respectively, and $59,910 for the period from inception to September 30, 2007 relating to these notes.
NOTE F — RELATED PARTY TRANSACTION
The Company does not pay its founding executive officers or directors a salary or any other compensation currently. However, the Company has agreed to pay SJS Associates $5,000 a month until the consummation of a Business Combination. SJS Associates is a privately held company wholly owned by Mr. John Selvaraj, our current Treasurer. The monthly fees are paid for services rendered by John Selvaraj to the Company. From inception to September 30, 2007, $45,000 was paid to SJS Associates for Mr. Selvaraj’s services.
The Company has agreed to pay Integrated Global Network, LLC (“IGN, LLC”), an affiliate of our Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Mr. Mukunda, an administrative fee of $4,000 per month for office space and general and administrative services from the closing of the Public Offering through the date of a Business Combination. From inception to September 30, 2007, approximately $72,000 was paid to IGN, LLC.
The Company uses the services of Economic Law Practice (ELP), a law firm in India. A member of our Board Directors is a Partner with ELP. Since inception to September 30, 2007, the Company has incurred $138,815 for legal services provided by ELP.
NOTE G — COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCY
In connection with the Public Offering and pursuant to an advisory agreement, the Company has engaged the Underwriter as its investment bankers to provide the Company with assistance in structuring the Business Combination. As compensation for the foregoing services, the Company will pay the Underwriter a cash fee at the closing of a Business Combination equal to 2% of the aggregate consideration paid in such Business Combination, up to a maximum of $1,500,000, and pay up to $25,000 of expenses. In addition, a fee of $90,000 will be paid to Ferris, Baker for facilitating the loan to the Company by Oliveira Capital, LLC, at the closing of a Business Combination.
Pursuant to letter agreements with the Company and the Underwriter, the Founders have waived their rights to participate in any liquidation distribution occurring upon our failure to complete a Business Combination, with respect to those shares of common stock acquired by them prior to the Public Offering and with respect to the shares of common stock included in the 170,000 Units they purchased in the Private Placement.
The Founders will be entitled to registration rights with respect to their shares of common stock acquired prior to the Public Offering and the shares of common stock they purchased in the Private Placement pursuant to an agreement executed on March 3, 2006. The holders of the majority of these shares are entitled to make up to two demands that the Company register these shares at any time after the date on which the lock-up period expires. In addition, the Founders have certain “piggy-back” registration rights on registration statements filed subsequent to the anniversary of the effective date of the Public Offering. The basic and fully diluted shares include shares acquired by the founders prior to the Public Offering and the shares of common stock they purchased in the Private Placement. There is no cash penalty under the registration rights agreement.
The Company, from time to time, may enter into oral and or written understandings with entities (and supporting professionals for conducting due diligence) who potentially could refer or make introductions to potential target entities in various industry sectors in India and to conduct industry analysis or due diligence on potential target
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companies. Such arrangements typically require nominal amounts of retainer fees and expenses for services and success fees based upon successful completion of acquisitions resulting from such referrals. Fees for services and expenses incurred to date with such entities have been expensed in the accompanying financial statements.
In connection with our proposed acquisition of a majority interest in MBL Infrastructures Limited (“MBL”), an unaffiliated third party has claimed that it is entitled to a finder’s fee of approximately five percent of the purchase price (or, $1.75 million) for the acquisition if the acquisition is consummated. While we do not admit that the unaffiliated third party is a finder that is entitled to payment, we have expressed a willingness to pay our customary Finder’s fee of 0.25%. The parties are attempting to reach agreement on the amount of the fee to be paid if the acquisition is consummated.
In connection with our proposed acquisition of a wind energy farm from Chiranjjeevi Wind Energy Limited (“CWEL”), and our proposed acquisition of an interest in TBL (discussed in Note H below), we have agreed to pay a finder’s fee of 0.25% of the purchase price to Master Aerospace Consultants (Pvt) Ltd, a consulting firm located in India. The fee is contingent on the consummation of the transaction.
NOTE H – INVESTMENT ACTIVITIES
MBL Infrastructure Limited Purchase Agreement
As previously disclosed in our Form 8-K dated February 2, 2007 and Form 10-QSB for the quarterly period ended June 30, 2007, on February 2, 2007, the Company entered into a Share Subscription Cum Purchase Agreement (the “MBL Purchase Agreement”) with MBL and R G Maheshwari, A K Lakhotia, Maruti Maheshwari, Aditya Maheshwari, Uma Devi Lakhotia, Shweta Maheshwari, Gokul Sales P Ltd and Jai Art N Image P Ltd (collectively, the “MBL Promoters”), pursuant to which the Company will acquire 2,212,745 equity shares of MBL (the “MBL Promoter Shares”) from the MBL Promoters and an additional 9,519,949 newly-issued equity shares directly from MBL (the “New Shares”) so that at the conclusion of the transactions contemplated by the Purchase Agreement, the company will own 57% of the outstanding equity shares of MBL. MBL engages in road building and maintenance projects in India, as well as managing road-building projects on a contract basis for national, state and local agencies.
On February 5, 2007, the Company entered into an agreement to sell 425,000 warrants, described in Note I, and a note for $3,000,000 to Oliveira Capital, LLC for $3,000,000. The note carries interest at the rate of 8% and is due upon the earlier of February 5, 2008, or the consummation of a Business Combination. Following the receipt of the $3,000,000 from Oliveira Capital, the Company on February 6, 2007 purchased $3,000,000 of convertible debentures from MBL. The debentures carry interest at the rate of 8%, are secured by 1,131,356 shares of MBL common stock and are carried at cost. The note from Oliveira Capital, LLC is secured by the convertible debentures issued to MBL.
On April 25, 2007, the Company entered into the First Amendment to the Share Subscription Cum Purchase Agreement (the “First Amendment to MBL Purchase Agreement”) with MBL and the MBL Promoters.
Pursuant to the First Amendment to MBL Purchase Agreement, the conditions precedent to the Company’s consummation of the transactions contemplated by the MBL Purchase Agreement were amended to provide that: (i) MBL’s audited financial statements converted to US GAAP for the periods ended March 31, 2006, March 31, 2005 and March 31, 2004 and unaudited financial statements converted to US GAAP for the period commencing April 1, 2006 and ending December 31, 2006 (collectively, the “Required Financial Statements”) previously required to be delivered under the MBL Purchase Agreement be delivered to the Company by May 15, 2007 and (ii) MBL and the MBL Promoters deliver audited financial statements converted to US GAAP for the period ended March 31, 2007 by June 30, 2007. In addition, Clause 5.3 of the MBL Purchase Agreement was amended to extend the deadline for the completion of the Company’s acquisition of MBL shares from September 30, 2007 to November 30, 2007. The Company has not come to agreeable terms for a further extension.
On April 25, 2007, concurrently with the execution of the First Amendment to the Purchase Agreement, the Company entered into the First Amendment to the Debenture Subscription Agreement (the “First Amendment to Debenture Agreement”) with MBL and the MBL Promoters.
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Pursuant to the First Amendment to the Debenture Agreement, Clause 14 of the Debenture Subscription Agreement dated February 2, 2007 was amended to extend the deadline by which time the Company must either obtain the requisite stockholder approvals for the acquisition of MBL shares under the MBL Purchase Agreement or purchase an additional USD $3,000,000 in MBL Convertible Debentures from April 30, 2007 to 45 days after receiving the Required Financial Statements.
Contract Agreement Between IGC, CWEL, AMTL and MAIL
As previously disclosed in our Form 8-K dated May 2, 2007 and Form 10-QSB for the quarterly period ended June 30, 2007, on April 29, 2007, the Company entered into a Contract Agreement Dated April 29, 2007 (“CWEL Purchase Agreement”) with CWEL, Arul Mariamman Textiles Limited (AMTL), and Marudhavel Industries Limited (MAIL), collectively CWEL. Pursuant to the CWEL Purchase Agreement, the Company or one of its subsidiaries in Mauritius will acquire 100% of a 24-mega watt wind energy farm, consisting of 96 250-kilowatt wind turbines, located in Karnataka, India to be manufactured by CWEL.
CWEL is a manufacturer and supplier of wind operated electricity generators, towers and turnkey implementers of wind energy farms.
On May 22, 2007, the Company made a down payment of approximately $250,000 to CWEL. Pursuant to the First Amendment dated August 20, 2007 (as previously disclosed in the Company’s Form 8-K dated August 22, 2007), if the Company does not consummate the transaction with CWEL by March 31, 2008, approximately $187,500 will be returned to the Company. The Acquisition is expected to be consummated in early 2008, following the required approval by the Company’s stockholders and the fulfillment of certain other conditions.
Share Subscription Cum Purchase Agreement with Sricon and The Promoters
As previously disclosed in our Form 8-K dated September 21, 2007 and Form 10-QSB for the quarterly period ended June 30, 2007, on September 21, 2007, the Company entered into a Share Subscription cum Purchase Agreement (the “Sricon Subscription Agreement”) dated as of September 15, 2007 with Sricon Infrastructure Private Limited (“Sricon”) and certain individuals (collectively, the “Sricon Promoters”), pursuant to which the Company or one of its subsidiaries in Mauritius will acquire (the “Sricon Acquisition”) 4,041,676 newly-issued equity shares (the “New Sricon Shares”) directly from Sricon for approximately $26 million and 351,840 equity shares from Mr. R. L. Srivastava for approximately $3 million (both based on an exchange rate of INR 40 per USD) so that at the conclusion of the transactions contemplated by the Sricon Subscription Agreement the Company will own approximately 63% of the outstanding equity shares of Sricon.
Sricon engages in road building and maintenance projects in India, as well as managing road-building projects on a contract basis for national, state and local agencies. Sricon also engages in the BOT ( i.e., build, own and transfer )segment of road building in which the government of India awards contracts to companies that can build out pieces of major highways, own and operate them for periods between 20 and 30 years and then transfer them back to the government.
The Sricon Acquisition is expected to be consummated in early 2008, assuming the required approval by the Company’s stockholders and the fulfillment of certain other conditions.
Share Subscription Agreement with Techni Bharathi Limited & Share Purchase Agreement with Odeon Limited
As previously disclosed in our Form 8-K dated September 21, 2007 and Form 10-QSB for the quarterly period ended June 30, 2007, on September 21, 2007, the Company entered into a Share Subscription Agreement (the “TBL Subscription Agreement”) dated as of September 16, 2007 with Techni Bharathi Limited (“TBL”) and certain individuals (collectively, the “TBL Promoters”), pursuant to which the Company or one of its subsidiaries in Mauritius will acquire (the “TBL Acquisition”) 7,150,000 newly-issued company stock for approximately $6.9 million, 12,500,000 newly-issued convertible preference Shares for approximately $3.13 million (both at an exchange rate of INR 40 per USD; collectively, the “New Shares”) directly from TBL and 5,000,000 convertible preference shares from Odeon, a Singapore based holder of TBL securities, for approximately $2 million. At the conclusion of
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the transactions contemplated by the TBL Subscription Agreement and by the Share Purchase Agreement between the Company and Odeon Limited, the Company will own approximately 77%, of the outstanding equity shares, assuming the convertible shares are converted.
TBL engages in road-building, with prior experience in the building of tunnels, cannels, bridges, airport taxiways and dams as well as the civil works for mini hydro power generation. The TBL Acquisition is expected to be consummated in early 2008, after the required approval by the Company’s stockholders and the fulfillment of certain other conditions.
We have incurred $252,167 of expenses through September 30, 2007 in connection with our proposed acquisitions, which is included as deferred acquisition costs in the accompanying balance sheet.
Stockholder Vote
On September 23, 2007, the Company’s board of directors met to discuss all four of the foregoing acquisitions. The Company’s board of directors unanimously agreed to present three of the four transactions to our stockholders for approval. In particular, our board of directors selected to present the CWEL Acquisition, the Sricon Acquisition and the TBL Acquisition to our stockholders for approval. The board of directors decided to postpone presenting the MBL Acquisition until the completion of MBL’s audited financial statements under US GAAP principles.
NOTE I – VALUATION OF WARRANTS ISSUED TO OLIVEIRA CAPITAL, LLC
As previously disclosed, the Company sold a promissory note and 425,000 warrants to Oliveira Capital, LLC for $3,000,000. Each warrant will entitle the holder to purchase from the Company one share of common stock at an exercise price of $5.00 commencing on the earlier of the completion of a Business Combination with a target business or the distribution of the Trust Fund and expiring five years from the date of issuance. The Company has determined, based upon a Black-Scholes model, that the fair value of the warrants on the date of issuance would approximately be $ 1,235,000 using an expected life of five years, volatility of 46% and a risk-free interest rate of 4.8%. This amount is accounted for as a discount of the notes payable to Oliveira Capital, LLC. The amortization of this amount for the six months ended September 30, 2007 was $726,985.
We computed volatility for a period of five years. For approximately the first four years, we used the trading history of two representative companies that are listed on the Indian Stock exchange. For approximately one year, the trading history of the Company’s common stock was used. The average volatility of the combined data extending over five years was calculated as 46%. Management believes that this volatility is a reasonable benchmark to use in estimating the value of the warrants.
NOTE J – SUBSEQUENT EVENTS
On October 2, 2007, one of our Founders extended a loan of $250,000 to the Company on substantially the same terms as those described in Note E. On October 3, 2007, the Company made a refundable deposit of $170,000 in connection with the TBL Subscription Agreement.
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REPORT OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM
To the Board of Directors and Stockholders
India Globalization Capital, Inc.
We have audited the accompanying balance sheets of India Globalization Capital, Inc. (a development stage company) as of March 31, 2007 and 2006 and the related statements of operations, stockholders’ equity and cash flows for the year ended March 31, 2007, the period from April 29, 2005 (inception) to March 31, 2006 and the cumulative period from April 29, 2005 (inception) through March 31, 2007. These financial statements are the responsibility of the Company’s management. Our responsibility is to express an opinion on these financial statements based on our audits.
We conducted our audits in accordance with the standards of the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (United States). Those standards require that we plan and perform the audit to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the financial statements are free of material misstatement. An audit includes examining, on a test basis, evidence supporting the amounts and disclosures in the financial statements. An audit also includes assessing the accounting principles used and significant estimates made by management, as well as evaluating the overall financial statement presentation. We believe that our audits provide a reasonable basis for our opinion.
In our opinion, the financial statements referred to above present fairly, in all material respects, the financial position of India Globalization Capital, Inc. as of March 31, 2007 and 2006 and the results of its operations and its cash flows for the year ended March 31, 2007, the period from April 29, 2005 (inception) through March 31, 2006 and the cumulative period from April 29, 2005 (inception) to March 31, 2007 in conformity with United States generally accepted accounting principles.
The accompanying financial statements have been prepared assuming that India Globalization Capital, Inc. will continue as a going concern. As discussed in Note A to the financial statements, the Company may face a mandatory liquidation by March 8, 2008 if a business combination is not consummated, unless certain extension criteria are met, which raises substantial doubt about its ability to continue as a going concern. The financial statements do not include any adjustments that might result from the outcome of this uncertainty.
GOLDSTEIN GOLUB KESSLER LLP
New York, New York
July 10, 2007
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INDIA GLOBALIZATION CAPITAL, INC.
(a development stage company)
BALANCE SHEETS
| | March 31, |
| | 2007 | | 2006 |
ASSETS | | | | | | | |
Current Assets: | | | | | | | |
Cash and cash equivalents | | $ | 1,169,422 | | $ | 2,210 | |
Investments held in Trust Fund | | | 66,104,275 | | | 65,825,016 | |
Interest Receivable—Convertible Debenture | | | 37,479 | | | — | |
Convertible debenture in MBL | | | 3,000,000 | | | — | |
Prepaid expenses and other current assets | | | 74,197 | | | 76,766 | |
Total Current Assets | | | 70,385,373 | | | 65,903,992 | |
Deferred acquisition costs | | | 158,739 | | | — | |
Deferred tax assets—Federal and State, net of valuation allowance | | | 142,652 | | | 25,000 | |
Total Assets | | $ | 70,686,764 | | $ | 65,928,992 | |
LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS’ EQUITY | | | | | | | |
Current Liabilities: | | | | | | | |
Accrued expenses | | $ | 237,286 | | $ | 286,105 | |
Notes payable to stockholders | | | 870,000 | | | 870,000 | |
Taxes payable | | | 296,842 | | | 70,000 | |
Deferred trust interest | | | 32,526 | | | — | |
Note Payable to Oliveira Capital, LLC | | | 1,794,226 | | | — | |
Due to underwriter | | | 1,769,400 | | | 1,769,400 | |
Total current liabilities | | $ | 5,000,280 | | $ | 2,995,505 | |
Common stock subject to possible conversion, 2,259,770 at conversion | | | | | | | |
value (Note A) | | | 12,762,785 | | | 12,762,785 | |
COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCY | | | | | | | |
STOCKHOLDERS’ EQUITY | | | | | | | |
Preferred stock $.0001 par value; 1,000,000 shares authorized; none | | | | | | | |
issued and outstanding | | | — | | | — | |
Common stock — $.0001 par value; 75,000,000 shares authorized; | | | | | | | |
issued and outstanding 13,974,500 | | | 1,397 | | | 1,397 | |
Additional paid-in capital | | | 51,848,145 | | | 50,613,145 | |
Income (Deficit) accumulated during the development stage | | | 1,074,157 | | | (443,840 | ) |
Total stockholders’ equity | | $ | 52,923,699 | | $ | 50,170,702 | |
TOTAL LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS’ EQUITY | | $ | 70,686,764 | | $ | 65,928,992 | |
The accompanying notes should be read in connection with the financial statements.
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INDIA GLOBALIZATION CAPITAL, INC.
(a development stage company)
STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS
| | | | | | April 29, 2005 | | April 29, 2005 |
| | | | | | (Date of Inception) | | (Date of Inception) |
| | Year Ended | | through | | Through |
| | March 31, 2007 | | March 31, 2006 | | March 31, 2007 |
Legal and formation, travel and other start up costs | | $ | (765,047 | ) | | $ | (68,183 | ) | | $ | (833,230 | ) |
Compensation expense | | | — | | | | (535,741 | ) | | | (535,741 | ) |
Interest expense | | | (103,916 | ) | | | (5,500 | ) | | | (106,416 | ) |
Interest income | | | 3,171,818 | | | | 210,584 | | | | 3,382,402 | |
Income (loss)before income taxes | | | 2,302,855 | | | | (398,840 | ) | | | 1,904,015 | |
Provision for income taxes, net | | | 784,858 | | | | 45,000 | | | | 829,858 | |
Net income (loss) | | $ | 1,517,997 | | | $ | (443,840 | ) | | $ | 1,074,157 | |
Net income (loss)per share: basic and diluted | | $ | 0.11 | | | $ | (0.14 | ) | | | | |
Weighted average number of shares | | | | | | | | | | | | |
outstanding-basic and diluted | | | 13,974,500 | | | | 3,191,000 | | | | | |
The accompanying notes should be read in connection with the financial statements.
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INDIA GLOBALIZATION CAPITAL, INC.
(a development stage company)
STATEMENTS OF STOCKHOLDERS’ EQUITY
| | | | | | | | | | | | | Income (Deficit) | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | Accumulated | | Total |
| | Common Stock | | Additional | | During the | | Stockholders’ |
| | Shares | | Amount | | Paid-in Capital | | Development Stage | | Equity |
Issuance of common stock to | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
founders at $.01 per share | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
(1,750,000 shares on May 5, | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
2005 and 750,000 shares on | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
June 20, 2005) | | 2,500,000 | | | $ | 250 | | | $ | 24,750 | | | | — | | | $ | 25,000 | |
Surrendered shares (on September | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
7, 2005 and February 5, | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
2006 of 62,500 and 137,500 | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
respectively) | | (200,000 | ) | | | (20 | ) | | | 20 | | | | — | | | | — | |
Issuance of common stock to | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
founders at $.01 per share on | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
February 5, 2006 | | 200,000 | | | | 20 | | | | 537,721 | | | | — | | | | 537,741 | |
Issuance of 170,000 units in a | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
private placement on March 2, | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
2006 at $6 per Unit | | 170,000 | | | | 17 | | | | 1,019,983 | | | | — | | | | 1,020,000 | |
Issue of 11,304,500 units, net of | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
underwriters’ discount and | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
offering expenses, on March 8, | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
2006 at $6 per Unit, (including | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
2,259,770 shares subject to | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
possible conversion) and $100 | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
from underwriters option | | 11,304,500 | | | | 1,130 | | | | 61,793,456 | | | | — | | | | 61,794,586 | |
Proceeds subject to possible | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
conversion of shares | | | | | | | | | | (12,762,785 | ) | | | — | | | | (12,762,785 | ) |
Net loss for the period | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | $ | (443,840 | ) | | | (443,840 | ) |
Balance at March 31, 2006 | | 13,974,500 | | | $ | 1,397 | | | $ | 50,613,145 | | | $ | (443,840 | ) | | $ | 50,170,702 | |
Fair value, based on Black-Scholes | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
model, of 425,000 warrants | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
issued to Oliveira Capital, LLC | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
in connection with a $3,000,000 | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
promissory note on February 5, | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
2007 | | — | | | | — | | | | 1,235,000 | | | | — | | | | 1,235,000 | |
Net income | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | $ | 1,517,997 | | | | 1,517,997 | |
Balance at March 31, 2007 | | 13,974,500 | | | $ | 1,397 | | | $ | 51,848,145 | | | $ | 1,074,157 | | | $ | 52,923,699 | |
The accompanying notes should be read in connection with the financial statements.
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INDIA GLOBALIZATION CAPITAL, INC.
(a development stage company)
STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS
| | | | | | April 29, 2005 | | April 29, 2005 |
| | | | | | (Date of | | (Date of Inception) |
| | Year ended | | Inception)Through | | Through |
| | March 31, 2007 | | March 31, 2006 | | March 31, 2007 |
Cash flows from operating activities: | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net income (loss) | | $ | 1,517,997 | | | $ | (443,840 | ) | | $ | 1,074,157 | |
Adjustment to reconcile net income (loss) to net cash used in operating activities: | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Interest earned on Treasury Bills | | | (3,098,769 | ) | | | (203,022 | ) | | | (3,301,791 | ) |
Non-cash compensation expense | | | — | | | | 535,741 | | | | 535,741 | |
Deferred taxes | | | (117,652 | ) | | | (25,000 | ) | | | (142,652 | ) |
Amortization of debt discount on Oliveira debt | | | 29,226 | | | | — | | | | 29,226 | |
Changes in: | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Prepaid expenses and other current assets | | | 2,569 | | | | (76,766 | ) | | | (74,197 | ) |
Interest receivable - convertible debenture | | | (37,479 | ) | | | — | | | | (37,479 | ) |
Deferred interest liability | | | 32,526 | | | | — | | | | 32,526 | |
Accrued expenses | | | (113,819 | ) | | | 47,679 | | | | (66,140 | ) |
Taxes payable | | | 226,842 | | | | 70,000 | | | | 296,842 | |
Net cash used in operating activities | | | (1,558,559 | ) | | | (95,208 | ) | | | (1,653,767 | ) |
Cash flows from investing activities: | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Purchase of treasury bills | | | (722,540,587 | ) | | | (131,229,427 | ) | | | (853,770,014 | ) |
Maturity of treasury bills | | | 725,189,331 | | | | 65,780,000 | | | | 790,969,331 | |
Decrease (increase) in cash held in trust | | | 170,766 | | | | (172,567 | ) | | | (1,801 | ) |
Purchase of convertible debenture | | | (3,000,000 | ) | | | — | | | | (3,000,000 | ) |
Payment of deferred acquisition costs | | | (93,739 | ) | | | — | | | | (93,739 | ) |
Net cash used in investing activities | | | (274,229 | ) | | | (65,621,994 | ) | | | (65,896,223 | ) |
Cash flows from financing activities: | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Issuance of common stock to founders | | | | | | | 27,000 | | | | 27,000 | |
Payments of offering costs | | | | | | | (4,024,688 | ) | | | (4,024,688 | ) |
Proceeds from notes payable to stockholders | | | | | | | 870,000 | | | | 870,000 | |
Proceeds from issuance of underwriters option | | | | | | | 100 | | | | 100 | |
Proceeds from initial public offering | | | | | | | 67,827,000 | | | | 67,827,000 | |
Proceeds from private placement | | | | | | | 1,020,000 | | | | 1,020,000 | |
Proceeds from note payable to Oliveira Capital, LLC | | | 3,000,000 | | | | — | | | | 3,000,000 | |
Net cash provided by financing activities | | | 3,000,000 | | | | 65,719,412 | | | | 68,719,412 | |
Net increase in cash and cash equivalent | | | 1,167,212 | | | | 2,210 | | | | 1,169,422 | |
Cash and cash equivalent at the beginning of the period | | | 2,210 | | | | — | | | | — | |
Cash and cash equivalent at the end of the period | | $ | 1,169,422 | | | $ | 2,210 | | | $ | 1,169,422 | |
Supplemental schedule of non cash financing activities: | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Accrual of offering costs | | $ | — | | | $ | 238,426 | | | $ | 238,426 | |
Accrual of deferred underwriters’ fees | | $ | — | | | $ | 1,769,400 | | | $ | 1,769,400 | |
Accrual of deferred acquisition costs | | $ | 65,000 | | | $ | — | | | $ | 65,000 | |
Supplemental disclosure of cash flow information: | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Interest paid | | $ | — | | | $ | — | | | $ | — | |
Income taxes paid | | $ | 675,668 | | | $ | — | | | $ | 675,668 | |
Fair value of warrants included in additional paid in capital | | $ | 1,235,000 | | | $ | — | | | $ | 1,235,000 | |
The accompanying notes should be read in connection with the financial statements.
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INDIA GLOBALIZATION CAPITAL, INC.
(a development stage company)
NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
NOTE A — ORGANIZATION AND BUSINESS OPERATIONS
India Globalization Capital, Inc. (the “Company”) was incorporated in Maryland on April 29, 2005. The Company was formed to serve as a vehicle for the acquisition of an operating business in an unspecified industry located in India through a merger, capital stock exchange, asset acquisition or other similar business combination. The Company has neither engaged in any operations nor generated significant revenue to date. The Company is considered to be in the development stage and is subject to the risks associated with activities of development stage companies.
The registration statement for the Company’s initial public offering (the “Public Offering”) (as described in Note C) was declared effective March 2, 2006. The Company consummated the Public Offering including the over allotment option on March 8, 2006, and preceding the consummation of the Public Offering on March 2, 2006 certain of the officers and directors of the Company purchased an aggregate of 170,000 units from the Company in a private placement (the “Private Placement”). The units sold in the Private Placement were identical to the units sold in the offering, but the purchasers in the Private Placement have waived their rights to conversion and receipt of the distribution on liquidation in the event the Company does not complete a business combination (as described below). The Company received net proceeds from the Private Placement and the Offering of approximately $62,815,000 (Note C).
The Company’s management has broad discretion with respect to the specific application of the net proceeds of the Private Placement and the Public Offering (together, the “Offering”) although substantially all of the net proceeds of the Offering are intended to be generally applied toward acquiring one or more operating businesses in an unspecified industry located in India (“Business Combination”), which may not constitute a business combination for accounting purposes. Furthermore, there is no assurance that the Company will be able to successfully effect a Business Combination. Upon the closing of the Offering, approximately ninety-seven percent (97%) of the gross proceeds of the Public Offering are being held in a trust account (“Trust Fund”) and invested in government securities until the earlier of (i) the consummation of its first Business Combination or (ii) the distribution of the Trust Fund as described below. The remaining proceeds, along with interest earned on the Trust Fund, may be used to pay for business, legal and accounting due diligence on prospective acquisitions and continuing general and administrative expenses. The Company, after signing a definitive agreement for the acquisition of a target business, will submit such transaction for stockholder approval. In the event that holders of 50% or more of the shares issued in the Offering vote against the Business Combination or the holders of 20% or more of the shares issued in the Public Offering elect to exercise their conversion rights, the Business Combination will not be consummated. However, the persons who were stockholders prior to the Public Offering (the “Founding Stockholders”) will not participate in any liquidation distribution with respect to any shares of the common stock acquired in connection with or following the Public Offering. (Note I)
In the event that the Company does not consummate a Business Combination within 18 months from the date of the consummation of the Public Offering, or 24 months from the consummation of the Public Offering if certain extension criteria have been satisfied (the “Acquisition Period”), the proceeds held in the Trust Fund will be distributed to the Company’s public stockholders, excluding the Founding Stockholders to the extent of their initial stock holdings. There is no assurance that the Company will be able to successfully affect a Business Combination during the period. This factor raises substantial doubt about the Company’s ability to continue as a going concern. The accompanying financial statements are prepared assuming the Company will continue as a going concern. The financial statements do not include any adjustments that might result from the outcome of this uncertainty.
In the event of such distribution, it is likely that the per share value of the residual assets remaining available for distribution (including Trust Fund assets) will be less than the initial public offering price per share in the Public Offering (assuming no value is attributed to the warrants contained in the Units offered in the Public Offering discussed in Note C).
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NOTE B — SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES
[1] Income per common share:
Basic earnings per share is computed by dividing net income (loss) applicable to common stockholders by the weighted average number of common shares outstanding for the period. Diluted earnings per share reflect the additional dilution for all potentially dilutive securities such as stock warrants and options. The effect of the 22,949,000 outstanding warrants, issued in connection with the Public Offering and the Private Placement described in Note C, the 500,000 outstanding units issued to the underwriters in connection with the Public Offering and the 425,000 warrants to purchase shares of common stock issued to Oliveira Capital, LLC in connection with the promissory note has not been included in the diluted weighted average shares since the warrants are contingently exercisable.
[2] Use of estimates:
The preparation of financial statements in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities and disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the financial statements and the reported amounts of revenue and expenses during the reporting period. Actual results could differ from those estimates.
[3] Income taxes:
Deferred income taxes are provided for the differences between the bases of assets and liabilities for financial reporting and income tax purposes. A valuation allowance is established when necessary to reduce deferred tax assets to the amount expected to be realized.
[4] Cash and Cash Equivalents:
For financial statement purposes, the Company considers all highly liquid debt instruments with a maturity of three months or less when purchased to be cash equivalents. The company maintains its cash in bank deposits accounts in the United States of America which, at times, may exceed applicable insurance limits. The Company has not experienced any losses in such accounts. The Company believes it is not exposed to any significant credit risk on cash and cash equivalents.
[5] Recent Accounting Pronouncements:
In July 2006, the Financial Accounting Standards Board (“FASB”) issued FASB Interpretation No. 48, “Accounting for Uncertainty in Income Taxes”, an interpretation of FASB Statement No. 109 (“FIN 48”), which provides criteria for the recognition, measurement, presentation and disclosure of uncertain tax positions. A tax benefit from an uncertain position may be recognized only if it is “more likely than not” that the position is sustainable based on its technical merits. In May 2007, the FASB issued Staff Position, FIN 48-1, “ Definition of Settlement in FASB Interpretation No. 48 ” (FSP FIN 48-1) which provides guidance on how an enterprise should determine whether a tax position is effectively settled for the purpose of recognizing previously unrecognized tax benefits. FSP FIN 48-1 is effective with the initial adoption of FIN 48. The provisions of FIN 48 are effective for fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2006. We do not expect the adoption of FIN 48 or FSP FIN 48-1 will have a material effect on our financial condition or results of operations.
Management does not believe that any other recently issued, but not yet effective, accounting standards if currently adopted would have a material effect on the accompanying financial statements.
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NOTE C — INITIAL PUBLIC OFFERING
On March 8, 2006, the Company sold 11,304,500 units (“Units”) in the Public Offering. Each Unit consists of one share of the Company’s common stock, $.0001 par value, and two redeemable common stock purchase warrants (“Warrants”). Each Warrant entitles the holder to purchase from the Company one share of common stock at an exercise price of $5.00 commencing the later of the completion of a Business Combination or one year from the effective date of the Public Offering and expiring five years from the effective date of the Public Offering. The Warrants become callable for $0.01 per Warrant only in the event that the last sale price of the common stock is at least $8.50 per share for any 20 trading days within a 30 trading day period ending on the third day prior to the date on which notice of redemption is given.
In connection with the Offering, the Company paid the underwriters of the Public Offering (collectively, the “Underwriter”) an underwriting discount of approximately 5% of the gross proceeds of the Public Offering ($3,391,350). In addition, a non-accountable expense allowance of 3% of the gross proceeds of the Public Offering, excluding the over-allotment option, is due to the Underwriter, who has agreed to deposit the non-accountable expense allowance ($1,769,400) into the Trust Fund until the earlier of the completion of a business combination or the liquidation of the Trust Fund. The Underwriter has further agreed to forfeit any rights to or claims against such proceeds unless the Company successfully completes a business combination.
The warrants separated from the Units and began to trade on April 13, 2006. After separation, each Warrant entitles the holder to purchase from the Company one share of common stock at an exercise price of $5.00 commencing on the later of (a) one year from the effective date of the Public Offering or (b) the earlier of the completion of a Business Combination with a target business or the distribution of the Trust Fund and expiring five years from the date of the Public Offering. The Company has a right to call the Warrants, provided the common stock has traded at a closing price of at least $8.50 per share for any 20 trading days within a 30 trading day period ending on the third business day prior to the date on which notice of redemption is given. If the Company calls the Warrants, the holder will either have to redeem the Warrants by purchasing the common stock from the Company for $5.00 or the Warrants will be repurchased for $0.01 per Warrant.
The Underwriter’s over-allotment option of 1,474,500 Units was exercised and the 11,304,500 units sold at the closing of the Public Offering include the over-allotment.
In connection with this Offering, the Company issued an option, for $100, to the Underwriter to purchase 500,000 Units at an exercise price of $7.50 per Unit, exercisable the later of March 2, 2007 or the consummation of a Business Combination. The Company has accounted for the fair value of the option, inclusive of the receipt of the $100 cash payment, as an expense of the Public Offering resulting in a charge directly to stockholders’ equity. The Company estimated, using the Black-Scholes method, the fair value of the option granted to the underwriters as of the date of grant was approximately $756,200 using the following assumptions: (1) expected volatility of 30.1 %, (2) risk-free interest rate of 3.9% and (3) expected life of five years. The estimated volatility was based on a basket of Indian companies that trade in the U.S. or the U.K. The option may be exercised for cash or on a “cashless” basis, at the holder’s option, such that the holder may use the appreciated value of the option (the difference between the exercise prices of the option and the underlying warrants and the market price of the units and underlying securities) to exercise the option without the payment of any cash. The warrants underlying such Units are exercisable at $6.25 per share.
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NOTE D — INVESTMENTS HELD IN TRUST FUND
Investments held in trust consist of Treasury Bills and money market funds. The Treasury Bills have been accounted for as trading securities and recorded at their fair market value. The excess of market value over cost is included in interest income in the accompanying statement of operations. Investments held in trust as of March 31, 2007 and 2006 include the following:
| | March 31, |
| | 2007 | | 2006 |
Investment held for the benefit of the Company | | $ | 63,845,850 | | $ | 63,845,850 |
Investment held for the benefit of the Underwriter | | | 1,769,400 | | | 1,769,400 |
Investment earnings (available to fund Company expenses up to a maximum | | | | | | |
of $2,150,000, net of taxes)(1) | | | 489,025 | | | 209,766 |
| | $ | 66,104,275 | | $ | 65,825,016 |
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(1) | | Through March 31, 2007, the Company has transferred approximately $2,150,000 of Investment Earnings from the Trust Account into its operating account. |
NOTE E — NOTES PAYABLE TO STOCKHOLDERS
Three unsecured notes were issued to two of the Founding Stockholders of the Company. One note of $100,000 and another for $50,000 were issued on May 2, 2005 and on September 26, 2005, respectively, and were payable the earlier of April 30, 2006 or upon the consummation of the Public Offering. On December 15, 2005, the unsecured notes referred to above were amended to provide that they become payable upon the earlier of the consummation of a Business Combination or the first anniversary of the consummation of the Public Offering. Another note of $720,000 was issued on March 3, 2006 and was payable on the earlier of March 31, 2007 or the consummation of a Business Combination. The notes all bore interest at 4% per annum. Due to the short-term nature of the notes, the fair value of the notes approximate their carrying amount. Interest expense of approximately $ 41,200 and $5,500 has been included in the statement of operations for the year ended March 31, 2007 and the period ended March 31, 2006 relating to these notes, respectively.
On April 6, 2007, the $100,000 note was repaid and cancelled. One of the founding stockholders made available a line of credit for $100,000 by personally guaranteeing the line.
Also on April 6, 2007 the loan of $720,000 made by one of the founding stockholders was partially repaid. The Company paid the founding stockholder $500,000 plus some accrued interest, cancelled the note for $720,000 and issued the founding stockholder a new note for $220,000.
On May 8, 2007 the same founding stockholder loaned the company an additional $275,000. We issued him a new note for $275,000.
The rights under the two new notes are similar to those set out for the original Founder’s notes. The new notes are payable on the earlier of March 31, 2008 or the consummation of a Business Combination. The notes bear interest at 8% per annum.
NOTE F — RELATED PARTY TRANSACTION
The Company has agreed to pay SJS Associates $5,000 a month till the consummation of a business combination. SJS Associates is a related party and a privately held company by Mr. John Selvaraj our Treasurer. The monthly fees are paid for services rendered by John Selvaraj to the Company. From inception to March 31, 2007 a total of $15,000 have been paid to Mr. Selvaraj for his services.
The Company has agreed to pay Integrated Global Network, LLC (IGN, LLC), a related party and privately-held company where one of the Founding Stockholders serves in an executive capacity, an administrative fee of $4,000 per month for office space and general and administrative services from the effective date of the Proposed Offering through the date of a Business Combination. From inception to March 31, 2006 and for the year ending March 31, 2007 approximately $3,000 and $45,000 respectively was paid to IGN, LLC.
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The Company uses the services of Economic Law Practice (ELP), a law firm in India. A member of our Board Directors is a Partner with ELP. Since inception to March 31, 2007 approximately $ 53,810 has been paid to ELP for legal services. No payments were made in the financial year ending March 31, 2006.
In February 2006, the Company issued an aggregate of 200,000 shares of common stock to its founders and advisors. The shares were issued for an aggregate price of $2,000. The fair value of these shares was estimated to be $537,741; the difference of $535,741 was recorded as compensation expense on the accompanying statement of operations. The fair value was determined by allocating the $6.00 Unit price in the Offering between the estimated fair value of the shares and warrants to be included therein. The per share fair value was estimated to be $2.69.
NOTE G — COMMON STOCK
On August 24, 2005, the Company’s Board of Directors authorized a reverse stock split of one share of common stock for each two outstanding shares of common stock and approved an amendment to the Company’s Certificate of Incorporation to decrease the number of authorized shares of common stock to 75,000,000. All references in the accompanying financial statements to the number of shares of stock have been retroactively restated to reflect these transactions.
At March 31, 2007 and 2006, 24,874,000 and 24,449,000 shares of common stock, respectively were reserved for issuance upon exercise of redeemable warrants, underwriters’ purchase option and warrants issued to Oliveira Capital, LLC.
NOTE H — INCOME TAXES
The provision for income taxes for the year ended March 31, 2007 and the period ended March 31, 2006 consists of the following:
| | March 31, |
| | 2007 | | 2006 |
Current: | | | | | | | | |
Federal | | $ | 902,510 | | | $ | 70,000 | |
Deferred: | | | | | | | | |
Federal | | | (117,652 | ) | | | (25,000 | ) |
Total tax provision | | $ | 784,858 | | | $ | 45,000 | |
The total tax provision for income taxes for year ended March 31, 2007 and the period ended March 31, 2006 differs from that amount which would be computed by applying the U.S. Federal income tax rate to income before provision for income taxes as follows:
| March31, |
| 2007 | | 2006 |
Statutory Federal income tax rate | 34 | % | | 34 | % |
Non-cash compensation expense | | | | (45.7 | )% |
State tax benefit net of federal tax | (1.3 | )% | | (1.3 | )% |
Increase in state valuation allowance | 1.3 | % | | 1.3 | % |
Other | — | | | .4 | % |
Effective income tax rate | 34 | % | | (11.3 | )% |
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The tax effect of temporary differences that give rise to the net deferred tax asset is as follows:
| | March 31, |
| | 2007 | | 2006 |
Operating costs deferred for income tax purposes | | $ | 242,015 | | | $ | 30,000 | |
Interest income deferred for reporting purposes | | | 11,059 | | | | — | |
Difference between accrual accounting for reporting purposes | | | | | | | | |
and cash accounting for tax purposes | | | (75,514 | ) | | | — | |
Less: Valuation Allowance | | | (34,908 | ) | | | (5,000 | ) |
Net deferred tax asset | | $ | 142,652 | | | $ | 25,000 | |
The Company has recorded a valuation allowance against the state deferred tax asset since they cannot determine realizability for tax purposes and therefore can not conclude that the deferred tax asset is more likely than not recoverable at this time.
NOTE I — COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCY
In connection with the Offering and pursuant to an advisory agreement, the Company has engaged its underwriters as its investment bankers to provide the Company with assistance in structuring the Business Combination. As compensation for the foregoing services, the Company will pay the Underwriters a cash fee at the closing of a Business Combination equal to 2% of the aggregate consideration paid in such Business Combination up to a maximum of $1,500,000 and pay up to $25,000 of expenses. In addition, a broker fee of $ 90,000 will be paid to Ferris, Baker Watts in conjunction with the loan to the Company by Oliveira Capital, LLC, if the Business Combination is successful.
Pursuant to letter agreements with the Company and the underwriters, the Founding Stockholders have waived their rights to participate in any liquidation distribution occurring upon our failure to complete a business combination, with respect to those shares of common stock acquired by them prior to the Offering and with respect to the shares included in the 170,000 Units they purchased in the Private Placement.
The Founding Stockholders will be entitled to registration rights with respect to their founding shares and the shares they purchased in the private placement pursuant to an agreement executed on March 3, 2006. The holders of the majority of these shares are entitled to make up to two demands that the Company register these shares at any time after the date on which the lock-up period expires. In addition, the Founding Stockholders have certain “piggy-back” registration rights on registration statements filed subsequent to the anniversary of the effective date of the Offering.
The Company, from time to time, may enter into oral and or written understandings with entities (and supporting professionals for conducting due diligence) who potentially could refer or make introductions to potential target entities in various industry sectors in India and to conduct industry analysis or due diligence on potential target companies. Such arrangements typically may require nominal amounts of retainer fees and expenses for services and success fees based upon successful completion of acquisitions resulting from such referrals. Fees for services and expenses incurred to date with such entities have been expensed in the accompanying financial statements.
In connection with our proposed acquisition of a majority interest in MBL Infrastructures Limited (“MBL”), an unaffiliated third party has claimed that it is entitled to a finder’s fee of approximately five percent of the purchase price (or, $1.75 million) for the acquisition if the acquisition is consummated. While we do not admit that the unaffiliated third party is a finder that is entitled to payment, we have expressed a willingness to pay our customary finder’s fee of 0.25%. The parties are attempting to reach agreement on the amount of the fee to be paid if the acquisition is consummated.
NOTE J — PREFERRED STOCK
The Company is authorized to issue 1,000,000 shares of preferred stock with such designations, voting and other rights and preferences as may be determined from time to time by the Board of Directors.
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NOTE K — INVESTMENT ACTIVITIES
MBL Infrastructure Limited Purchase Agreement
On February 2, 2007, the Company entered into a Share Subscription Cum Purchase Agreement (the “Purchase Agreement”) with MBL and R G Maheshwari , A K Lakhotia, Maruti Maheshwari, Aditya Maheshwari, Uma Devi Lakhotia, Shweta Maheshwari, Gokul Sales P Ltd and Jai Art N Image P Ltd (collectively, the “Promoters”), pursuant to which the Company will acquire 2,212,745 equity shares of MBL (the “Promoter Shares”) from the Promoters and an additional 9,519,949 newly-issued equity shares directly from MBL (the “New Shares”) so that at the conclusion of the transactions contemplated by the Purchase Agreement, the company will own 57% of the outstanding equity shares of MBL. MBL engages in road-building and maintenance projects in India, as well as managing road-building projects on a contract basis for national, state and local agencies.
The Acquisition is expected to be consummated during the fall of 2007, after the required approval by the Company’s stockholders and the fulfillment of certain other conditions.
On February 5, 2007 the Company entered into an agreement to sell 425,000 warrants, described in Note L, and a note for $3,000,000 to Oliveira Capital, LLC for $3,000,000. The note carries an interest of 8% and is due upon the earlier of February 5, 2008, or the consummation of a Business Combination. Pursuant to the receipt of the $3,000,000 from Oliveira Capital, the Company on February 6, 2007 purchased $3,000,000 of convertible debentures from MBL. The debentures carry an interest of 8% and is secured by 1,131,356 shares of MBL common stock. The note from Oliveira Capital, LLC is secured by the convertible debentures issued to MBL.
On February 6, 2007 the Company entered into a non-binding agreement in principle with Chiranjjeevi Wind Energy Limited (“CWEL”) for the acquisition of 24 MW in wind energy assets which includes the acquisition of land, all licenses, environmental clearances, and equipment (the “CWEL Acquisition”). The Company has formed a wholly owned subsidiary based in Mauritius. The name of the subsidiary is India Globalization Capital, Mauritius, Limited (IGC-M Ltd.).
On April 25, 2007, the Company entered into the First Amendment to the Share Subscription Cum Purchase Agreement (the “First Amendment to Purchase Agreement” or “SSPA”) with MBL and the Promoters.
Pursuant to the First Amendment to Purchase Agreement, the conditions precedent to the Company’s consummation of the transactions contemplated by the SSPA were amended to provide that: (i) MBL’s audited financial statements converted to US GAAP for the periods ended March 31, 2006, March 31, 2005 and March 31, 2004 and unaudited financial statements converted to US GAAP for the period commencing April 1, 2006 and ending December 31, 2006 (collectively, the “Required Financial Statements”) previously required to be delivered under the SSPA be delivered to the Company by May 15, 2007 and (ii) MBL and the Promoters deliver audited financial statements converted to US GAAP for the period ended March 31, 2007 by June 30, 2007. In addition, Clause 5.3 of the SSPA was amended to extend the deadline for the completion of the Company’s acquisition of MBL shares from September 30, 2007 to November 30, 2007.
On April 25, 2007, concurrently with the execution of the First Amendment to the Purchase Agreement, the Company entered into the First Amendment to the Debenture Subscription Agreement (the “First Amendment to Debenture Agreement”) with MBL and the Promoters.
Pursuant to the First Amendment to the Debenture Agreement, Clause 14 of the Debenture Subscription Agreement dated February 2nd , 2007 was amended to extend the deadline by which time IGC must either obtain the requisite shareholder approvals for the acquisition of MBL shares under the SSPA or purchase an additional USD $3,000,000 in MBL Convertible Debentures from April 30, 2007 to 45 days after receiving the Required Financial Statements.
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Contract Agreement Between IGC, CWEL, AMTL and MAIL
On April 29, 2007, the Company entered into a Contract Agreement Dated April 29, 2007 (“CWEL Purchase Agreement”) with Chiranjjeevi Wind Energy Limited, (CWEL), Arul Mariamman Textiles Limited (AMTL), and Marudhavel Industries Limited (MAIL), collectively CWEL. Pursuant to the CWEL Purchase Agreement, the Company will acquire 100% of a 24-mega watt wind energy farm, consisting of 96 250-kilowatt wind turbines, located in Karnataka, India to be manufactured by CWEL.
CWEL is a manufacturer and supplier of wind operated electricity generators, towers and turnkey implementers of wind energy farms.
On May 22, 2007, the Company made a down payment of approximately $250,000 to CWEL. The Acquisition is expected to be consummated during the fall of 2007, after the required approval by the Company’s stockholders and the fulfillment of certain other conditions.
We have incurred $158,739 through March 31, 2007 in connection with our two acquisitions which is included as deferred acquisition costs in the accompanying balance sheet.
NOTE L — VALUATION OF WARRANTS ISSUED TO OLIVEIRA CAPITAL, LLC
The Company sold a promissory note and 425,000 warrants to Oliveira Capital, LLC for $3,000,000. Each warrant will entitle the holder to purchase from the Company one share of common stock at an exercise price of $5.00 commencing on the earlier of the completion of a Business Combination with a target business or the distribution of the Trust Fund and expiring five years from the date of issuance. The warrants have an exercise price of $5.00. The Company has determined, based upon a Black-Scholes model, that the fair value of the warrants on the date of issuance would approximately be $ 1,235,000 using an expected life of five years, volatility of 46% and a risk-free interest rate of 4.8%
We computed volatility for a period of five years. For approximately the first four years we used the trading history of two representative companies that are listed on the Indian Stock exchange. For approximately one year the trading history of the Company’s common stock was used. The average volatility of the combined data extending over five years was calculated as 46%. Management believes that this volatility is a reasonable benchmark to use in estimating the value of the warrants.
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SRICON INFRASTRUCTURE, PRIVATE LIMITED
UNAUDITED CONDENSED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
As of September 30, 2007
For the six months ended September 30, 2006 and 2007
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REVIEW REPORT OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM
To
The Board of Directors
Sricon Infrastructure Private Limited (Formerly Srivastava Construction Private Limited):
We have reviewed the condensed balance sheet of Sricon Infrastructure Private Limited (Formerly Srivastava Construction, Private Limited) as of September 30, 2007, and the related condensed statements of income for the six months period ended September 30, 2007 and 2006, and cash flows for the six months period ended September 30, 2007 and 2006. These interim financial statements are the responsibility of the Company’s management.
We conducted our reviews in accordance with the standards of the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (United States). A review of interim financial information consists principally of applying analytical procedures and making inquiries of persons responsible for financial and accounting matters. It is substantially less in scope than an audit conducted in accordance with the standards of the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board, the objective of which is the expression of an opinion regarding the financial statements taken as a whole. Accordingly, we do not express such an opinion.
Based on our reviews, we are not aware of any material modifications that should be made to the condensed financial statements referred to above for them to be in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America.
We have previously audited, in accordance with the standards of the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board, the balance sheet of Sricon Infrastructure Private Limited (formerly Srivastava Construction, Private Limited) as of March 31, 2007, and the related statements of operations, stockholders’ equity, and cash flows for the each of the three years ended March 31, 2005, 2006 and 2007 (not presented herein); and in our report dated 21stSeptember, 2007, we expressed an unqualified opinion on those financial statements. In our opinion, the information set forth in the accompanying balance sheet as of March 31, 2007 is fairly stated in all material respects in relation to the balance sheet from which it has been derived.
Yoganandh & Ram
Chartered Accountants
Independent Auditors registered with
Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (USA)
Chennai, India
November 2, 2007
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SRICON INFRASTRUCTURE PRIVATE LIMITED
(Formerly Srivastava Construction Private Limited)
CONDENSED BALANCE SHEETS
(Amounts in Thousand US Dollars, except share data and as stated otherwise)
| | | | | | As of |
| | As of | | September 30, 2007 |
| | March 31, 2007 | | (Unaudited) |
ASSETS | | | | | | | | |
Cash and cash equivalents | | $ | 89 | | | $ | 46 | |
Accounts receivables | | | 2,751 | | | | 6,574 | |
Unbilled receivables | | | 2,866 | | | | 2,442 | |
Inventories | | | 71 | | | | 146 | |
Prepaid and other assets | | | 674 | | | | 506 | |
Due from related parties | | | 259 | | | | 208 | |
Total Current Assets | | | 6,710 | | | | 9,921 | |
Property and equipment, net | | | 4,903 | | | | 4,977 | |
BOT Project under Progress | | | 3,080 | | | | — | |
Investment - joint ventures | | | — | | | | 41 | |
Investment – others | | | 387 | | | | 23 | |
Restricted cash, non-current | | | 62 | | | | 238 | |
Other assets | | | 216 | | | | 378 | |
Total Assets | | | 15,358 | | | | 15,580 | |
LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS’ EQUITY | | | | | | | | |
Current liabilities | | | | | | | | |
Short-term borrowings and current portion of long-term debt | | | 3,646 | | | | 3,570 | |
Trade payables | | | 139 | | | | 312 | |
Due to related parties | | | 2,264 | | | | 1,744 | |
Other current liabilities | | | 39 | | | | 206 | |
Deferred taxes on income | | | | | | | — | |
Total current liabilities | | | 6,088 | | | | 5,831 | |
Long-term debt, net of current portion | | | 2,182 | | | | 2,479 | |
Deferred taxes on income | | | 538 | | | | 595 | |
Security Deposit from joint ventures | | | 348 | | | | 377 | |
Other liabilities | | | 1,913 | | | | 896 | |
Total liabilities | | | 11,069 | | | | 10,179 | |
Stockholders’ equity | | | | | | | | |
Common stock, par value USD 0.23 (INR 10) per share | | | 674 | | | | 674 | |
Additional Paid in Capital | | | 726 | | | | 726 | |
Retained earnings | | | 2,818 | | | | 3,550 | |
Accumulated other comprehensive (loss) income | | | 71 | | | | 450 | |
Total stockholders’ equity | | | 4,289 | | | | 5,400 | |
Total liabilities and stockholders’ equity | | $ | 15,358 | | | $ | 15,580 | |
The accompanying notes form an integral part of these condensed financial statements.
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SRICON INFRASTRUCTURE PRIVATE LIMITED
(Formerly Srivastava Construction Private Limited)
UNAUDITED CONDENSED STATEMENT OF OPERATIONS
(Amounts in Thousand US Dollars, except share data and as stated otherwise)
| | Six months ended | | Six months ended |
| | September 30, 2006 | | September 30, 2007 |
Revenue | | $ | 4,422 | | | $ | 7,251 | |
Cost of revenue | | | (3,450 | ) | | | (5,124 | ) |
Gross profit | | | 972 | | | | 2,127 | |
Selling, general and administrative expenses | | | (432 | ) | | | (601 | ) |
Depreciation | | | (116 | ) | | | (157 | ) |
Operating income | | | 424 | | | | 1,369 | |
Interest expense (net) | | | (232 | ) | | | (353 | ) |
Interest income (net) | | | 32 | | | | 36 | |
Other income | | | 8 | | | | 7 | |
Operating income before income taxes | | | 232 | | | | 1,059 | |
Income tax gain / (expense) | | | (54 | ) | | | (322 | ) |
Fringe Benefit tax expense | | | (4 | ) | | | (6 | ) |
Net Income: | | | 174 | | | | 731 | |
Earnings per share | | | 0.06 | | | | 0.25 | |
Basic and diluted | | | 0.06 | | | | 0.25 | |
Weighted average number of common shares outstanding: | | | | | | | | |
Basic and diluted | | $ | 2,932,159 | | | $ | 2,932,159 | |
The accompanying notes form an integral part of these condensed financial statements.
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SRICON INFRASTRUCTURE PRIVATE LIMITED
(Formerly Srivastava Construction Private Limited)
CONDENSED STATEMENT OF STOCKHOLDERS’ EQUITY
(Amounts in Thousand US Dollars, except share data and as stated otherwise)
| | Common Stock | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | Additional | | | | Accumulated other | | | |
| | | | | | Paid in | | Retained | | comprehensive | | | |
| | Shares | | Par value | | Capital | | Earnings | | income / (loss) | | Total |
Balance as of April 1, 2006 | | 2,932,159 | | 674 | | 726 | | 2,408 | | (68 | ) | | 3,740 | |
Loss on foreign currency translation | | — | | — | | — | | — | | (120 | ) | | (120 | ) |
Net Income for the period | | — | | — | | — | | 174 | | — | | | 174 | |
Balance as of September 30, 2006 | | 2,932,159 | | 674 | | 726 | | 2,582 | | (188 | ) | | 3,794 | |
Balance as at April 1, 2007 | | 2,932,159 | | 674 | | 726 | | 2,818 | | 71 | | | 4,289 | |
Gain on foreign currency translation | | — | | — | | — | | — | | 379 | | | 379 | |
Net Income for the period | | — | | — | | — | | 731 | | — | | | 731 | |
Balance as of September 30, 2007 | | 2,932,159 | | 674 | | 726 | | 3.550 | | 450 | | | 5,400 | |
The accompanying notes form an integral part of these condensed financial statements.
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SRICON INFRASTRUCTURE PRIVATE LIMITED
(Formerly Srivastava Construction Private Limited)
UNAUDITED CONDENSED STATEMENT OF CASH FLOWS
(Amounts in Thousand US Dollars, except share data and as stated otherwise)
| | Six months | | Six months |
| | ended | | ended |
| | September 30, 2006 | | September 30, 2007 |
Cash flows from operating activities | | | | | | | | |
Net income | | $ | 174 | | | $ | 731 | |
Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash provided (used) in operating activities: | | | — | | | | — | |
Depreciation | | | 116 | | | | 157 | |
Deferred tax expense | | | 50 | | | | 12 | |
Loss on sale of property and equipment | | | — | | | | 63 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Changes in assets and liabilities | | | | | | | | |
Accounts receivable | | | 274 | | | | (3,506 | ) |
Unbilled Receivable | | | 344 | | | | 651 | |
Inventories | | | 149 | | | | (68 | ) |
Prepaid expenses and other current assets | | | (91 | ) | | | 219 | |
Trade payables | | | (125 | ) | | | 157 | |
Other current liabilities | | | 167 | | | | 160 | |
Security Deposit from joint ventures | | | — | | | | — | |
Other non-current liabilities | | | (312 | ) | | | (1,150 | ) |
Non-current assets | | | 318 | | | | (64 | ) |
BOT Project under Progress | | | (833 | ) | | | 3,260 | |
Net cash used in (provided by) operating activities | | | 231 | | | | 622 | |
Cash flows from investing activities | | | | | | | | |
Purchase of property and equipment | | | (372 | ) | | | (11 | ) |
Proceeds from sale of property and equipment | | | — | | | | 122 | |
Non Current Investments | | | (295 | ) | | | 387 | |
Investment in joint ventures | | | 13 | | | | (116 | ) |
Restricted cash | | | 295 | | | | (166 | ) |
Net cash (used in) provided by investing activities | | | (359 | ) | | | 216 | |
Cash flows from financing activities | | | | | | | | |
Net movement in cash credit and bank overdraft | | | (370 | ) | | | 85 | |
Proceeds from other short-term borrowings | | | (1 | ) | | | 11 | |
Proceeds from long-term borrowings | | | 763 | | | | 328 | |
Repayment of long-term borrowings | | | (475 | ) | | | (687 | ) |
Due to related parties, net | | | (253 | ) | | | (623 | ) |
Net cash provided by financing activities | | | (336 | ) | | | (886 | ) |
Effect of exchange rate changes on cash and cash equivalents | | | (17 | ) | | | 5 | |
Net increase (decrease) in cash and cash equivalents during the year | | | (481 | ) | | | (43 | ) |
Add: Balance as at the beginning of the period | | | 539 | | | | 89 | |
Balance as at the end of the period | | $ | 58 | | | $ | 46 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Supplementary information to Cash flow Statement | | | | | | | | |
| | | | |
| | Six Months ended | | Six Months ended |
| | September 30, 2006 | | September 30, 2007 |
Cash paid during the year | | | | | | | | |
Income tax | | $167 | | $416 |
Interest | | $204 | | $303 |
The accompanying notes form an integral part of these condensed financial statements.
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1. COMPANY OVERVIEW AND RECENT EVENTS
Sricon Infrastructure Private Limited (“SIPL” or “Sricon”) is an Infrastructure Company and has established itself as one of the major players in the infrastructure projects like National Highways, Civil and Structural Engineering Works for Power Plants, Steel Mills, Sugar Plants, Turnkey Contract of Power Supply System, Water Supply Schemes, Mining, Quarrying and works for Cement Plant. SIPL was built on the solid foundations of experience, expertise and technological insight Mr. R. L. Srivastava, the Company Chairman and Managing Director, who started his career as a Civil Engineering Contractor. The Company was incorporated in 1997 with the Registrar of Companies, Maharashtra in the name of “Srivastava Construction Private Limited”.
The current infrastructure construction business of the company primarily comprises:
Road Construction and Maintenance
Canal and Earth work
Maintenance of Cement Plant including Refractory work
Civil work for Power and Steel Plants
Limestone and Coal Mining
Recent Events
The Company has signed a Letter of Intent with India Globalization Capital, Inc. (USA) (“IGC”) dated August 28, 2007 to accept investment through its subsidiary IGC-M (Mauritius) by allotment of new equity shares leading to post investment ownership of 51% by IGC. IGC also offers to buy a 12% stake post investment directly from the promoters. On September 15, 2007 the Company signed a Share Subscription Cum Purchase Agreement and a Shareholders Agreement with India Globalization Capital, Inc (USA) for the purchase and subscription of shares resulting in a 63% post investment ownership by IGC.
2. SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES
Basis of preparation
These financial statements should be read in conjunction with the Company’s audited financial statements and footnotes thereto for the year ended March 31, 2007. Certain information and footnote disclosures normally included in financial statements prepared in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America have been omitted pursuant to such rules and regulations. However, the Company believes that the disclosures are adequate to make the information presented not misleading. The financial statements reflect all adjustments (consisting only of normal recurring adjustments) that are, in the opinion of management necessary for a fair presentation of the Company’s financial position and results of operations and cash flows for the periods shown, and are in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America (‘US GAAP’). The operating results for the six months ended September 30, 2007 are not necessarily indicative of the results to be expected for any other interim period or any future year.
These Financial statements have been prepared in US Dollars (USD), the national currency of United States of America.
Foreign Currency Translation
The accompanying financial statements are reported in U.S. dollars. The Indian rupee is the functional currency for the company. The translation of the functional currencies into U.S. dollars is performed for assets and liabilities using the exchange rates in effect at the balance sheet date and for revenues, costs and expenses using average exchange rates prevailing during the reporting periods. Adjustments resulting from the translation of functional currency financial statements to reporting currency are accumulated and reported as other comprehensive income/(loss), a separate component of shareholders’ equity.
Transactions in foreign currency are recorded at the exchange rate prevailing on the date of transaction. Monetary assets and liabilities denominated in foreign currencies are expressed in the functional currency at the exchange rates in effect at the balance sheet date. Revenues, costs and expenses are recorded using exchange rates
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prevailing on the date of transaction. Gains or losses resulting from foreign currency transactions are included in the statement of income. Share Capital issued has been recorded at historical rates whereas those existing on March 31, 2004 have been translates at the rates prevailing on that date.
The exchange rates used for translation purposes are as under:
| | Month end Average | | Period end rate |
Six months ended | | Rate (P&L rate) | | (Balance sheet rate) |
September 30, 2006 | | INR 45.80 per USD | | INR 45.95 per USD |
September 30, 2007 | | INR 40.72 per USD | | INR 39.75 per USD |
c) Revenue recognition
Sales and services include adjustments made towards liquidated damages, price variation and charges paid for discounting of receivables arising from construction/project contracts on a non-recourse basis, wherever applicable.
Revenue is recognized based on the nature of activity when consideration can be reasonably measured and there exists reasonable certainty of its recovery.
Revenue from sale of goods is recognized when substantial risks and rewards of ownership are transferred to the buyer under the terms of the contract.
Revenue from construction/project related activity and contracts for supply/commissioning of complex plant and equipment is recognized as follows:
Cost plus contracts: Contract revenue is determined by adding the aggregate cost plus proportionate margin as agreed with the customer and expected to be realized.
Fixed price contracts: Contract revenue is recognized using the percentage completion method. Percentage of completion is determined as a proportion of cost incurred-to-date to the total estimated contract cost. Changes in estimates for revenues, costs to complete and profit margins are recognized in the period in which they are reasonably determinable.
Full provision is made for any loss in the period in which it is foreseen.
Revenue from property development activity is recognized when all significant risks and rewards of ownership in the land and/or building are transferred to the customer and a reasonable expectation of collection of the sale consideration from the customer exists.
Revenue from service related activities and miscellaneous other contracts are recognized when the service is rendered using the proportionate completion method or completed service contract method.
d) Use of estimates
The preparation of financial statements in conformity with US GAAP requires the use of management estimates and assumptions that affect the amounts reported. These estimates are based on historical experience and information that is available to management about current events and actions that the Company may take in the future. Significant items subject to estimates and assumptions include revenue recognition, the useful lives and the evaluation of impairment of property and equipment, the income tax, the contingencies and the provision for impairment of receivables and advances. Actual results could differ from these estimates.
e) Joint venture
The Company’s interest in jointly controlled entities is initially recognized at cost.
f) Restricted cash
Restricted cash consists of deposits pledged with various government authorities and deposits restricted as to usage under lien to banks for guarantees and letters of credit given by the Company. The restricted cash is primarily invested in time deposits with banks.
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g) Cash and cash equivalents
Cash includes cash in hand, cash with banks and cash equivalents, which represent highly liquid deposits with an original maturity of ninety days or less. All the investments which include government securities are classified as non current investments (refer Note 2 (i)).
h) Accounts receivable
Accounts receivables are recorded at the invoiced amount. Account balances are written off when the company believes that the receivables will not be recovered. The company’s bad debts are included in selling and general administrative expenses. The company did not recognize any bad debts during the six months ended September 30, 2006 and 2007, respectively.
i) Investments
Investments are initially measured at cost, which is the fair value of the consideration given for them, including transaction costs. Investments generally comprises of fixed deposits with banks.
j) Inventories
Inventories primarily comprise finished goods, raw materials, work in progress, stock at customer site, stock in transit, components and accessories, stores and spares, scrap and residue, real estate. Inventories are stated at the lower of cost or estimated net realizable value.
The Cost of various categories of inventories is determined on the following basis:
Raw Material are valued at weighted average of landed cost (Purchase price, Freight inward and transit insurance charges), Work in progress is valued as confirmed, valued & certified by the technicians & site engineers and Finished Goods at material cost plus appropriate share of labor cost and production overhead. Components and accessories, stores erection, materials, spares and loose tools are valued on a First-in-First out basis. Real Estate is valued at the lower of cost or net realizable value.
k) Property and equipment
Property and equipment is stated at historical cost, net of accumulated depreciation. All direct costs relating to the acquisition and installation of property and equipment are capitalized
Depreciation is recorded on a straight-line basis over the estimated useful lives of the assets as follows:
Category | | Years |
Buildings | | | 25 | |
Plant and Machinery | | | 20 | |
Computer Equipment | | | 3 | |
Office Equipment | | | 5 | |
Furniture and Fixtures | | | 5 | |
Vehicles | | | 5 | |
Leasehold Improvements | | Over the period of lease or useful life (if less) |
Asset individually costing less than INR 5 (equivalent to USD 0.126 as at September 30, 2007) or less are fully depreciated in the year of purchase.
Land is not depreciated.
The assets’ residual values and useful lives are reviewed, and adjusted if appropriate, at each balance sheet date.
Gains and losses arising from retirement or disposal of property and equipment are determined as the difference between the net disposal proceeds and the carrying amount of the asset and are recognized in the statement of operations on the date of retirement and disposal.
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Costs of additions and substantial improvements to property and equipment are capitalized. The costs of maintenance and repairs of property and equipment are charged to operating expenses.
l) Asset retirement obligations
Asset retirement obligations associated with the Company’s leasehold land are subject to the provisions of FAS No. 143 “Accounting for Asset Retirement Obligations” and related interpretation, FIN No. 47, “Accounting for Conditional Asset Retirement Obligations, an interpretation of FASB Statement No. 143” . The lease agreements entered into by the Company may contain clauses requiring restoration of the leased site at the end of the lease term and therefore create asset retirement obligations. The Company records the fair value of a liability for an asset retirement obligation in the period in which it is incurred and capitalizes the cost by increasing the carrying amount of the related long-lived asset. Over time, the liability is accreted to its present value of each period, and the capitalized cost is depreciated over the estimated useful life of the related asset. Upon settlement of the liability, the Company either settles the obligation for its recorded amount or incurs a gain or loss upon settlement.
m) Foreign currency transactions
Monetary assets and liabilities denominated in foreign currencies are expressed in the functional currency Indian Rupees at the rates of exchange in effect at the balance sheet date. Transactions in foreign currencies are recorded at rates ruling on the transaction dates. Gains or losses resulting from foreign currency transactions are included in the statement of operations.
n) Operating leases
Lease payments under operating leases are recognized as an expense on a straight-line basis over the lease term.
o) Capital leases
Assets acquired under capital leases are capitalized as assets by the Company at the lower of the fair value of the leased property or the present value of the related lease payments or where applicable, the estimated fair value of such assets. Amortization of leased assets is computed on straight line basis over the useful life of the assets. Amortization charge for capital leases is included in depreciation expense.
p) Impairment of long-lived assets
The Company reviews its long-lived assets, including identifiable assets with finite lives, for impairment whenever events or changes in business circumstances indicate that the carrying amount of assets may not be fully recoverable. Such circumstances include, though are not limited to, significant or sustained declines in revenues or earnings and material adverse changes in the economic climate. For assets that the Company intends to hold for use, if the total of the expected future undiscounted cash flows produced by the assets or asset Company is less than the carrying amount of the assets, a loss is recognized for the difference between the fair value and carrying value of the assets. For assets the Company intends to dispose of by sale, a loss is recognized for the amount by which the estimated fair value less cost to sell is less than the carrying value of the assets. Fair value is determined based on quoted market prices, if available, or other valuation techniques including discounted future net cash flows.
q) Borrowing costs
(i) Capitalized interest
The interest cost incurred for funding a qualifying asset during the construction period is capitalized based on actual investment in the asset at the average interest rate. The capitalized interest is included in the cost of the relevant asset and is depreciated over the estimated useful life of the asset.
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(ii) Debt issue expenses
The Company defers and amortizes debt issue expenses over the term of the related borrowing based on the effective interest method.
r) Provision for Warranties and Liquidated Damages
The company recognizes warranty claims and liquidated damages as and when they are probable/ incurred. In past years the company does not have any material warranty claims. The liquidated damages recognized during the six months ended September 30, 2006 and 2007 are USD 10 and zero respectively. The liquidated Damages are included in cost of revenue.
s) Employee benefits
(i) Gratuity Plan
In accordance with Indian law, the Company provides for gratuity obligations through a defined benefit retirement plan (the ‘Gratuity Plan’) covering all employees. Under the Gratuity Plan, a lump sum payment to vested employees is made at retirement or termination of employment based on the respective employee’s salary and the number of years of employment with the Company. The Company provides for the Plan based on actuarial valuations in accordance with FAS No. 87, “Employers’ Accounting for Pensions”.
(ii) Provident Fund and employees’ state insurance schemes
In accordance with Indian law, all employees of the Company are entitled to receive benefits under the Provident Fund, which is a defined contribution plan. Both the employees and the employer make monthly contributions to the plan at a predetermined rate (presently 12.0%) of the employees’ basic salary. These contributions are made to the fund administered and managed by the Government of India (GoI). In addition some employees of the Company are covered under the employees’ state insurance schemes, which are also defined contribution schemes recognized by the Indian Revenue Authorities, and are administered through the GoI.
The Company’s contributions to both these schemes are expensed in the statement of operations. The Company has no further obligations under these plans beyond its monthly contributions.
(iii) Compensated absences
The employees of the Company are entitled to compensate absences based on the unused leave balance and the last drawn salary of the respective employees. The Company has provided for the liability on account of compensated absences in accordance with FAS No. 43, “Accounting for Compensated Absences”.
t) Income taxes
In accordance with the provisions of FAS 109, “Accounting for Income Taxes”, income taxes for the years ended March 31, 2005, 2006 and 2007 are accounted for under the asset and liability method. Deferred tax assets and liabilities are recognized for the future tax consequences attributable to differences between the financial statement carrying amounts of assets and liabilities and their respective tax bases and operating loss carry-forwards. Deferred tax assets and liabilities are measured using enacted tax rates expected to apply to taxable income in the years in which those temporary differences are expected to be recovered or settled. The effect on deferred tax assets and liabilities of a change in tax rates is recognized in the statement of operations in the period in which the change is enacted. Based on management’s judgment, the measurement of deferred tax assets is reduced, if necessary, by a valuation allowance for any tax benefits for which it is more likely than not that some portion or all of such benefits will not be realized.
u) Preoperating costs
Preoperating costs represent certain marketing and administrative expenses incurred prior to the commencement of commercial operations of the new line of business. These costs are expensed as incurred.
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v) Earnings per share
In accordance with FAS 128, “Earnings Per Share”, a basic earnings per equity share is computed using the weighted average number of equity shares outstanding during the period. Diluted earnings per equity share are computed using the weighted average number of common and dilutive common equivalent equity shares outstanding during the period except where the result would be anti-dilutive.
w) Recent accounting pronouncements
The Company does not believe that any recently issued, but not yet effective, accounting standards if currently adopted would have a material effect on the accompanying financial statements.
x) Reclassification
Certain items previously reported in specific captions of the financial statements have been reclassified to conform to the current year’s presentation.
Investment in joint ventures
The company has entered into a joint venture dated March 24, 2005 with Hindustan Steel Works Limited having a participation of 49% and 51%, respectively for the purpose of preparation and submitting the bids and executing the contract works in the name of HSCL – SIPL (JV) for National Highway Authority of India. The principal objective of joint venture is construction of a four lane highway from km marker 94,000 to km 123,000 of the Nagpur – Hyderabad Section of NH-7 in the State of Maharashtra.
Property and equipment, net
Property and equipment consist of the following:
| | As of | | As of |
Particulars | | March 31, 2007 | | September 30, 2007 |
Land | | | 45 | | | | 48 | |
Buildings | | | 49 | | | | 48 | |
Plant & Machinery | | | 5,468 | | | | 5,623 | |
Computers | | | 58 | | | | 64 | |
Furniture and Fixture | | | 56 | | | | 62 | |
Office equipment | | | 25 | | | | 28 | |
Vehicles | | | 165 | | | | 180 | |
Leasehold Improvements | | | 160 | | | | 178 | |
Total | | | 6,026 | | | | 6,231 | |
Less: Accumulated depreciation | | | 1,123 | | | | 1,254 | |
Net | | | 4,903 | | | | 4,977 | |
The gross carrying amounts of fully depreciated assets included in the overall balance of property and equipment above, which were still in active use, are as follows:
| | As of | | As of |
Particulars | | March 31, 2007 | | September 30, 2007 |
Furniture and Fixture | | | 19 | | | | 28 | |
Office equipment | | | 11 | | | | 12 | |
Leasehold Improvements | | | 17 | | | | 34 | |
Vehicles | | | 86 | | | | 112 | |
Total | | | 133 | | | | 186 | |
All property and equipment of the Company have been pledged as collateral for its secured borrowings.
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Income taxes
The Company accounted for the deferred tax assets and liabilities as of March 31, 2007 and September 30, 2007, on the temporary differences.
The primary components of the income tax expense were:
| | Six Months ended |
| | September 30, |
| | 2006 | | 2007 |
Current Tax Expense | | | 5 | | | | 310 | |
Deferred Tax Expenses / (Income) | | | 50 | | | | 12 | |
Income Tax Expense / (Income) | | | 54 | | | | 322 | |
The reconciliation between the provisions for income tax to the amount computed by applying the statutory income tax rate to the income before provision for income tax is summarized below:
| | As of |
| | March 31, | | September 30, |
| | 2007 | | 2007 |
Net Income before Taxes | | | 779 | | | | 912 | |
Enacted Tax Rates in India | | | 33.9900 | % | | | 33.9900 | % |
Computed Tax Expense / (Income) | | | (265 | ) | | | (310 | ) |
Increase / (reduction) in taxes on account of: | | | | | | | | |
Effect of changes in tax rate | | | 1 | | | | — | |
Timing Differences | | | 620 | | | | 632 | |
Income tax expense / (income) reported | | | 357 | | | | 322 | |
The components that gave rise to deferred tax assets and liabilities included in the balance sheet were as follows:
| | As of | | As of |
| | March 31, | | September 30, |
| | 2007 | | 2007 |
Deferred Tax Assets | | | 11 | | | | 14 | |
Retirement Benefits | | | 11 | | | | 14 | |
Deferred Tax Liabilities | | | (549 | ) | | | (609 | ) |
Property and equipment | | | (549 | ) | | | (609 | ) |
Net deferred tax liability | | | (538 | ) | | | (595 | ) |
Short term borrowings and current portion of long term debt
| | As of | | As of |
| | March 31, | | September 30, |
| | 2007 | | 2007 |
Secured | | | 2,069 | | | | 2,330 | |
Unsecured | | | 278 | | | | 314 | |
Total | | | 2,347 | | | | 2,644 | |
Add: | | | | | | | — | |
Current portion of long term debt | | | 1,299 | | | | 926 | |
Total | | | 3,646 | | | | 3,570 | |
The above-secured borrowings were secured by collateralization against the company’s inventory and receivables.
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Long term debt
Long-term debt comprises:
| | As of | | As of |
| | March 31, | | September 30, |
| | 2007 | | 2007 |
Secured | | | | | | | | |
Term loans | | | 1,568 | | | | 1,571 | |
Loan for assets purchased under capital lease | | | 1,913 | | | | 1,834 | |
Total | | | 3,481 | | | | 3,405 | |
Less: Current portion (Payable within 1 year) | | | 1,299 | | | | 926 | |
Total | | | 2,182 | | | | 2,479 | |
The secured loans were collateralized by:
Unencumbered Net Asset Block of the Company.
Equitable mortgage of properties owned by promoter directors/ guarantors.
Term Deposits.
Hypothecation of receivables, assignment of toll rights.
First charge on Debt-Service Reserve Account.
Dividends
The Company has not paid any dividends from inception through September 30, 2007.
Related party transactions:
The Company has entered into transactions with the following related parties.
Key management personnel:
Mr. R.L Srivastava
Mr. S.P Srivastava
Mrs.I.R Srivastava
Other related parties (entities which are controlled or significantly influenced by the key management personnel and their close relatives)
Biharilal Srivastava
Gulablal Srivastava
Ramdularidevi Srivastava
R. D. Srivastava
Aurobindo Laminations Limited
Narbada Finance & Leasing Private Limited.
Vijay Engineering Enterprise Private Limited
Srivastava Construction Company
Reaselack Polymers Private Limited
Srivastava Hi-Tech Pro-Oil Complex Private Limited
Bhalchandra Finance & Leasing Company Limited
Joint Ventures
HSCL – SIPL (JV)
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The transactions and balances with the following related parties are described below:
| | Six Month ended September 30,2007 |
| | | | Joint | | Other |
| | Key Management | | Venture | | Related |
Relationship | | Personnel | | Entities | | Parties |
Fund Transfer For Exp. | | — | | | 167 | | | | 457 | |
Fund Received For Exp. | | — | | | — | | | | (238 | ) |
Purchase of Assets | | — | | | — | | | | — | |
Sale/transfer of Assets | | — | | | — | | | | 28 | |
Employee related transaction by the group | | — | | | — | | | | — | |
Employee related transaction for the group | | — | | | — | | | | (30 | ) |
Exp. Incurred by the group | | — | | | — | | | | — | |
Exp. Incurred for the group | | — | | | — | | | | (4 | ) |
Closing Balance receivable / (payable) | | 86 | | | (322 | ) | | | (1,549 | ) |
Purchase & sale/ transfer of assets – included primarily purchase & sale/ transfer of Plant and Machinery for and by the key management personnel, joint venture and other related parties.
Employee related transactions – included primarily salary, wages and other allowances to employees, traveling and boarding expenses incurred for and by joint venture and other related parties.
Expenses incurred – included primarily cost of sales and selling, general & administrative expenses incurred for and by joint venture and other related parties.
Transactions with related parties were at competitive market prices as charged to unaffiliated customers for similar services or charged by other suppliers.
Segment Information
The Company follows the provisions of SFAS No 131 “Disclosure about Segments of an Enterprise and Related Information”. SFAS No 131 establishes standards for reporting information regarding operating segments in annual financial statements and requires selected information for those segments to be presented in interim financial reports issued to stockholders. The Company operates in a single infrastructure construction segment.
11. COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES
The company has to observe the laws, government orders and regulations of the state in which they operate. A number of them are currently involved in administrative proceedings arising out of the normal conduct of their business. In the opinion of management, however, the outcome of these actions will not materially affect the financial position, result of operations or cash flow.
Commitments
Capital commitments
The estimated amount of contracts remaining to be executed on capital account not provided for as on March 31, 2007 and September 30, 2007 are USD zero.
b) Guarantees
The Company had outstanding financial / performance bank guarantees of USD 153 and USD 1,494 as of March 31, 2007 and September 30, 2007.
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Contingencies
The company was awarded a contract from National Highway Authority of India (‘NHAI’) in 2004-05, for restoring the Jaipur – Gurgaon National Highway 8. The total contract value was USD 5.10 million to be completed in 9 months. The entire stretch of the site was handed over on piecemeal basis without any defined schedule in contravention with contractual provisions and approved construction program and methodology. This has resulted in additional costs due to additional deployment of resources for prolonged period. Thus, the company invoked the escalation clause of the contract and filed a claim of USD 7.65 million. The dispute has been referred to arbitration. The company has not recognized the claim amounts on its books.
The company was awarded a contract from National Highway Authority of India (‘NHAI’) in 2001-02 for construction of a four-lane highway on the Namkkal bypass on National Highway 7, in the state of Tamilnadu. The total contract value was USD 4 million and the construction was to have been completed by November 30, 2002. The escalation and variation claim of USD 4.94 million is pending with NHAI. An arbitration process was initiated on July 3, 2007. The company has not recognized the claim amounts on its books.
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SRICON INFRASTRUCTURE PRIVATE LIMITED
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
As of March 31, 2006 and 2007
For the years ended March 31, 2005, 2006, 2007
REPORT OF INDEPENDENT AUDITORS
To
The Board of Directors of
Sricon Infrastructure Private Limited (Formerly Srivastava Construction Private Limited):
In our opinion, the accompanying balance sheets and the related statements of income, of shareholders’ equity and of cash flows, read with the relevant notes there on, present fairly, in all material respects, the financial position of Sricon Infrastructure Private Limited (Formerly Srivastava Construction Private Limited), Nagpur, India as at March 31, 2007 and 2006 and the results of its operations and its cash flows for each of the three years in the period ended March 31, 2007 in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America. These financial statements are the responsibility of the company’s management. Our responsibility is to express an opinion on these financial statements based on our audits. We conducted our audits of these statements in accordance with auditing standards generally accepted in the United States of America. Those standards require that we plan and perform the audit to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the financial statements are free of material misstatement. An audit includes examining, on a test basis, evidence supporting the amounts and disclosures in the financial statements, assessing the accounting principles used and significant estimates made by management, and evaluating the overall financial statement presentation. We believe that our audits provide a reasonable basis for our opinion.
YOGANANDH & RAM
Chartered Accountants
Independent Auditors registered with
Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (USA)
Chennai, India
September 21, 2007
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SRICON INFRASTRUCTURE PRIVATE LIMITED
(Formerly Srivastava Construction Private Limited)
BALANCE SHEETS
(Amounts in Thousand US Dollars, except share data and as stated otherwise)
| | As of | | As of |
| | March 31, | | March 31, |
ASSETS | | 2006 | | 2007 |
Cash and cash equivalents | | $ | 539 | | | $ | 89 | |
Accounts receivables | | | 2,083 | | | | 2,751 | |
Unbilled receivables | | | 2,980 | | | | 2,866 | |
Inventories | | | 248 | | | | 71 | |
Prepaid and other assets | | | 617 | | | | 674 | |
Due from related parties | | | 241 | | | | 259 | |
Total Current Assets | | | 6,708 | | | | 6,710 | |
Property and equipment, net | | | 4,347 | | | | 4,903 | |
BOT Project under Progress | | | 1,584 | | | | 3,080 | |
Investment – joint ventures | | | 43 | | | | — | |
Investment – others | | | 148 | | | | 387 | |
Restricted cash, non-current | | | 724 | | | | 62 | |
Other assets | | | 407 | | | | 216 | |
Total Assets | | | 13,961 | | | | 15,358 | |
LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS’ EQUITY | | | | | | | | |
Current liabilities | | | | | | | | |
Short-term borrowings and current portion of long-term debt | | | 3,868 | | | | 3,646 | |
Trade payables | | | 1,366 | | | | 139 | |
Due to related parties | | | 1,604 | | | | 2,264 | |
Other current liabilities | | | 53 | | | | 39 | |
Deferred taxes on income | | | | | | | | |
Total current liabilities | | | 6,891 | | | | 6,088 | |
Long-term debt, net of current portion | | | 1,855 | | | | 2,182 | |
Deferred taxes on income | | | 441 | | | | 538 | |
Security Deposit from joint ventures | | | 337 | | | | 348 | |
Other liabilities | | | 697 | | | | 1,913 | |
Total liabilities | | | 10,221 | | | | 11,069 | |
Stockholders’ equity | | | | | | | | |
Common stock, par value USD 0.23 (INR10) per share | | | 674 | | | | 674 | |
Additional Paid in Capital | | | 726 | | | | 726 | |
Retained earnings | | | 2,408 | | | | 2,818 | |
Accumulated other comprehensive (loss) / income | | | (68 | ) | | | 71 | |
Total stockholders’ equity | | | 3,740 | | | | 4,289 | |
Total liabilities and stockholders’ equity | | $ | 13,961 | | | $ | 15,358 | |
The accompanying notes form an integral part of these financial statements.
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SRICON INFRASTRUCTURE PRIVATE LIMITED
(Formerly Srivastava Construction Private Limited)
STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS
(Amounts in Thousand US Dollars, except share data and as stated otherwise)
| | Year ended | | Year ended | | Year ended |
| | March 31, 2005 | | March 31, 2006 | | March 31, 2007 |
Revenue | | $ | 11,477 | | | $ | 11,011 | | | $ | 10,604 | |
Cost of revenue | | | (9,271 | ) | | | (8,596 | ) | | | (8,101 | ) |
Gross profit | | | 2,206 | | | | 2,415 | | | | 2,503 | |
Selling, general and administrative expenses | | | (920 | ) | | | (1,241 | ) | | | (1,115 | ) |
Depreciation | | | (190 | ) | | | (240 | ) | | | (243 | ) |
Operating income | | | 1,096 | | | | 934 | | | | 1,145 | |
Interest expense (net) | | | (312 | ) | | | (389 | ) | | | (533 | ) |
Interest income (net) | | | 60 | | | | 50 | | | | 66 | |
Other income | | | 63 | | | | 73 | | | | 100 | |
Operating income before income taxes | | | 907 | | | | 668 | | | | 778 | |
Income tax gain / (expense) | | | (363 | ) | | | (179 | ) | | | (357 | ) |
Fringe Benefit tax expense | | | — | | | | (7 | ) | | | (11 | ) |
Net Income: | | | 544 | | | | 482 | | | | 410 | |
Earnings per share | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Basic and diluted | | | 0.19 | | | | 0.16 | | | | 0.14 | |
Weighted average number of common shares outstanding: | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Basic and diluted | | $ | 2,932,159 | | | $ | 2,932,159 | | | $ | 2,932,159 | |
The accompanying notes form an integral part of these financial statements.
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SRICON INFRASTRUCTURE PRIVATE LIMITED
(Formerly Srivastava Construction Private Limited)
STATEMENTS OF STOCKHOLDERS’ EQUITY
(Amounts in Thousand US Dollars, except share data and as stated otherwise)
| | Common Stock | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | Additional | | | | | | Accumulated other | | | | |
| | | | Par | | Paid in | | Retained | | comprehensive | | | | |
| | Shares | | value | | Capital | | Earnings | | income / (loss) | | Total |
Balance as of April 1, 2004 | | 183,259 | | | 44 | | | | 1,356 | | | | 1,383 | | | | (2 | ) | | | 2,781 | |
Gain on foreign currency translation | | — | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 1 | | | | 1 | |
Bonus Shares issued | | 2,748,900 | | | 630 | | | | (630 | ) | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | |
Net Income for the period | | — | | | — | | | | — | | | | 544 | | | | — | | | | 544 | |
Balance as of March 31, 2005 | | 2,932,159 | | | 674 | | | | 726 | | | | 1,926 | | | | (1 | ) | | | 3,326 | |
Loss on foreign currency translation | | — | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | (67 | ) | | | (68 | ) |
Net Income for the period | | — | | | — | | | | — | | | | 482 | | | | — | | | | 482 | |
Balance as of March 31, 2006 | | 2,932,159 | | | 674 | | | | 726 | | | | 2,408 | | | | (68 | ) | | | 3,740 | |
Gain on foreign currency translation | | — | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 139 | | | | 139 | |
Net Income for the period | | — | | | — | | | | — | | | | 410 | | | | — | | | | 410 | |
Balance as at March 31, 2007 | | 2,932,159 | | | 674 | | | | 726 | | | | 2,818 | | | | 71 | | | | 4,289 | |
The accompanying notes form an integral part of these financial statements.
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SRICON INFRASTRUCTURE PRIVATE LIMITED
(Formerly Srivastava Construction Private Limited)
STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS
(Amounts in Thousand US Dollars, except share data and as stated otherwise)
| | Year ended | | Year ended | | Year ended |
| | March 31, | | March 31, | | March 31, |
| | 2005 | | 2006 | | 2007 |
Cash flows from operating activities | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net income | | $ | 544 | | | $ | 482 | | | $ | 410 | |
Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash | | | | | | | | | | | | |
provided (used) in operating activities: | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Depreciation | | | 190 | | | | 240 | | | | 243 | |
Deferred tax expense | | | 168 | | | | 34 | | | | 79 | |
Loss on sale of property and equipment | | | (26 | ) | | | 5 | | | | (67 | ) |
Changes in assets and liabilities | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Accounts receivable | | | 82 | | | | 4 | | | | (574 | ) |
Unbilled Receivable | | | 5 | | | | (2,039 | ) | | | 200 | |
Inventories | | | (81 | ) | | | (98 | ) | | | 177 | |
Prepaid expenses and other current assets | | | 39 | | | | (473 | ) | | | (37 | ) |
Trade payables | | | (469 | ) | | | 792 | | | | (1,214 | ) |
Other current liabilities | | | 314 | | | | (302 | ) | | | (15 | ) |
Security Deposit from joint ventures | | | — | | | | 340 | | | | — | |
Other non-current liabilities | | | 11 | | | | 528 | | | | 1,140 | |
Non-current assets | | | (111 | ) | | | (91 | ) | | | 126 | |
BOT Project under Progress | | | — | | | | (1,595 | ) | | | (1,380 | ) |
Net cash used in (provided by) operating activities | | | 666 | | | | (2,173 | ) | | | (911 | ) |
Cash flows from investing activities | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Purchase of property and equipment | | | (517 | ) | | | (1,415 | ) | | | (727 | ) |
Proceeds from sale of property and equipment | | | 42 | | | | 26 | | | | 10 | |
Non Current Investments | | | (285 | ) | | | 506 | | | | (224 | ) |
Investment in joint ventures | | | — | | | | (43 | ) | | | 111 | |
Restricted cash | | | 104 | | | | (483 | ) | | | 654 | |
Net cash (used in) provided by investing activities | | | (656 | ) | | | (1,409 | ) | | | (176 | ) |
Cash flows from financing activities | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net movement in cash credit and bank overdraft | | | 156 | | | | 2,294 | | | | (628 | ) |
Proceeds from other short-term borrowings | | | 58 | | | | 44 | | | | 165 | |
Proceeds from long-term borrowings | | | 248 | | | | 2,343 | | | | 1,497 | |
Repayment of long-term borrowings | | | (426 | ) | | | (752 | ) | | | (966 | ) |
Due to related parties, net | | | 20 | | | | (63 | ) | | | 572 | |
Net cash provided by financing activities | | | 56 | | | | 3,866 | | | | 640 | |
Effect of exchange rate changes on cash and cash equivalents | | | 1 | | | | (7 | ) | | | (4 | ) |
Net increase (decrease) in cash and cash equivalents during the year | | | 67 | | | | 277 | | | | (450 | ) |
Add: Balance as at the beginning of the year | | | 195 | | | | 262 | | | | 539 | |
Balance as at the end of the year | | $ | 262 | | | $ | 539 | | | $ | 89 | |
Supplementary information to Cash flow Statement
| | Year ended | | Year ended | | Year ended |
| | March 31, 2005 | | March 31, 2006 | | March 31, 2007 |
Cash paid during the year | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Income tax | | | 184 | | | | 270 | | | | 170 | |
Interest | | | 248 | | | | 293 | | | | 386 | |
Non – Cash Items: | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Common stock issued on conversion of additional paid in capital | | | 630 | | | | — | | | | — | |
The accompanying notes form an integral part of these financial statements.
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SRICON INFRASTRUCTURE PRIVATE LIMITED
(Formerly Srivastava Construction Private Limited)
NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(Amounts in Thousand US Dollars, except share data and as stated otherwise)
1. BACKGROUND
a) Incorporation and History
Sricon Infrastructure Private Limited (“SIPL” or “Sricon”) is an Infrastructure Company and has established itself as one of the major players in the infrastructure projects like National Highways, Civil and Structural Engineering Works for Power Plants, Steel Mills, Sugar Plants, Turnkey Contract of Power Supply System, Water Supply Schemes, Mining, Quarrying and works for Cement Plant. SIPL was built on the solid foundations of experience, expertise and technological insight Mr. R. L. Srivastava, the Company Chairman and Managing Director, who started his career as a Civil Engineering Contractor. The Company was incorporated in 1997 with the Registrar of Companies, Maharashtra in the name of “Srivastava Construction Private Limited”.
Until the formation of SIPL, the Infrastructure construction work was carried on under the banner of Vijay Engineering Enterprises “VEE” (partnership concern). SIPL was incorporated with an avowed objective of taking up large scale infrastructure projects in sectors such as Highways, Water Management System, Power and Cement Plants, etc., and with a view to consolidate all infrastructure activities under one roof so as to garner better synergy – business profile as well as cost management – VEE was merged with SIPL.
Some of the notable client for which the Company has undertaken infrastructure projects includes National Highway Authority of India, National Thermal Power Corporation, Western Coalfields Limited, Larsen & Turbo Limited, Nagpur Municipal Corporation, Bharat Heavy Electrical Limited and Hindustan Steelworks Construction Limited.
The company is accredited with ISO 9001:2000 Certification and the scope for registration being
“To execute projects in the field of construction comprising of Road Works, Industrial Building/Infrastructure Projects, Plants foundations, Housing/Colony construction, bridge construction, Water works, Refractory Works and Jetty Works ”.
b) Description of Business
The current infrastructure construction business of the company primarily comprises:
- Road Construction and Maintenance
- Canal and Earth work
- Maintenance of Cement Plant including Refractory work
- Civil work for Power and Steel Plants
- Limestone and Coal Mining
c) Industry Overview
The size of the construction industry in India is over USD 28 billion, which accounts for more than 6% of the GDP. This industry is the largest employer in the country – almost 32 million people. The sector is riding on a high growth wave powered by the large spends on the on going infrastructure programs – evidenced all over the country in the form of new highways, dams, power plant and pipelines. The sectors contributing to the high growth rates are Power, Transport, Petroleum and urban Infrastructure.
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(Formerly Srivastava Construction Private Limited)
NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(Amounts in Thousand US Dollars, except share data and as stated otherwise)
According to Indian Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh, while addressing the Finance Ministers of ASEAN countries, at the Indo ASEAN Summit at New Delhi, has informed the august gathering that India needs USD 150 billion at the rate of USD 15 billion per annum for next 10 years. Out of these projections, India is getting FDI at the rate of USD 5 billion per annum. More than 50% of the FDI’s will be utilized for Infrastructure, Telecom, and Power among others.
As relates to roads, the Golden Quadrilateral is progressing well with an extent of approximately 4,500 miles followed up with north-south corridor of 13,300 miles. Besides, the Government is also planning to have East and West Coast corridors.
The Nodal Agencies – NHAI, NTPC, NHPC, and PGCL – have ambitious plans over the 10th and 11th Five Year Plans. (USD 81,438 million in the 10th Plan itself). The value of overseas projects, under execution by Indian Companies, is conservatively estimated to be around USD 4,176 million covering major markets being Malaysia, Middle East, and East Africa. The Industry is characterized by a large number of players – a trend mirrored even in larger and mature markets such as the US and Japan. No single company controls a very large share of the overall market.
The Infrastructure Budget of the Government for the 10th Plan (FY 02-07) is as under:
| | (USD in Millions) |
Sector | | FY20 01-04 | | FY20 04-07 |
Roads | | $ | 7,656.61 | | $ | 14,617.16 |
Power | | | 9,280.74 | | | 19,721.57 |
Oil & Gas | | | 8,816.70 | | | 15,313.22 |
Ports/ Airports/ Shipping | | | 2,088.16 | | | 3,712.29 |
Railways | | | 7,424.59 | | | 11,136.89 |
Telecom | | | 15,313.22 | | | 16,937.35 |
Total | | $ | 50,580.02 | | $ | 81,438.48 |
The Outlay for the Central Sector Roads alone is USD 12,642.69 million.
The position of on-going Road Projects in India is:
| | (USD in Millions) |
Funding Agency/Source | | No. of Projects | | Total Value |
NHAI | | $ | 50 | | | $ | 2,218.46 |
World Bank | | | 15 | | | | 1,043.20 |
Asian Development Bank | | | 8 | | | | 290.14 |
Annuity | | | 8 | | | | 546.10 |
BOT | | | 7 | | | | 768.90 |
Total | | $ | 88 | | | $ | 4,866.80 |
d) Business
Sricon Infrastructure Private Limited (“SIPL” or “Sricon”) is a leading Infrastructure Company and has established itself as one of the major players in the infrastructure projects like National Highways, Civil and Structural Engineering Works for Power Plants, Steel Mills, Sugar Plants, Turnkey Contract of Power Supply System, Water Supply Schemes, Mining, Quarrying and works for Cement Plant.
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(Formerly Srivastava Construction Private Limited)
NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(Amounts in Thousand US Dollars, except share data and as stated otherwise)
The Company has signed MOU’s with industry majors like Systems America and Hindustan Steel Works Construction Limited “HSCL”, the company is well geared to participate in large value projects. The company has also been pre-qualified by National Highway Authority of India for bidding in various projects.
National Highway Authority of India is implementing highways projects worth USD 12,529 million including the Golden Quadrilateral Projects. It is well geared to implement this scheme under a fast track method, as sufficient funds are available with it by way of the tax collected on petrol and diesel. With the support of large corporate houses with which the company has a tie up, it would not be difficult for the company to garner large orders annually. The company is pre-qualified to bid on contracts with values up to USD 116 million. As an example, the company has already won a contract for USD 24.36 million (excluding escalation and variation amount of USD 10.44 million) from National Highway Authority of India in joint venture name i.e. HSCL-SIPL (JV) with Hindustan Steel Works Construction Limited in the year 2005-06 from mile 62,600 to 82,000 of Nagpur Hyderabad section of National Highway 7 in Maharashtra.
The company has entered into the following strategic technical alliances to improve its technical capabilities:
- With Systems America Inc.: Systems America Inc. is an established and leading American companyengaged in construction and development of infrastructure projects, would support SIPL for largehighways projects.
- With MECON Limited: MECON Limited is a public enterprise having vast experience in engineering andturnkey execution of civil construction and infrastructure projects and would assist SIPL to undertakeprojects in the GCC countries on turnkey basis.
- With Hindustan Steelworks Construction Limited (“HSCL”): HSCL is a Government undertaking havingvast experience in turnkey execution of civil construction and infrastructure projects and would assistSIPL in participating in various packages of NHAI in Maharashtra and Madhya Pradesh valuing USD 225 million.
This is clearly evident from the following illustrative list of demanding clients for whom over the last three decades; SIPL has successfully completed various infrastructure projects.
- National highway Authority of India
- Projects on BOT basis
- National Thermal Power Corporation
- Maharashtra Jeevan Pradhikaran
- Western Coalfields Limited
- Larsen and Tubro Limited
- Public Works Department
- Nagpur Municipal Corporation
- Nagpur Improvement Trust
- Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited
- Hindustan Steelworks Construction Limited
- Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana
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(Formerly Srivastava Construction Private Limited)
NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(Amounts in Thousand US Dollars, except share data and as stated otherwise)
The Company’s registration with the following entities reflects its technical expertise, project execution capabilities and reliability:
- Central Public Works Department
- National Building Construction Corporation Limited
- Engineers Project India Limited
- Mecon
- Hindusthan Construction Limited
- National Project Construction Limited
- Sardar Sarovar Narmada Nigam Limited
- R & B Division, Amveli
- Nagpur Municipal Corporation
- Nagpur Improvement Trust
e) Risks and Threats
- The industry is highly governed by the political environment and economical policies prevalent withinthe country since significant portion of infrastructure spending originates from the Government. Anyadverse change in the policies may slow down the Government’s commitment towards Infrastructuredevelopment.
- Competition:
Foreign Competition – The Government has opened the sector to foreign companies who can bid on projects on their own, or through joint ventures with domestic companies. This could create more competition in the future.
Domestic Competition - The Company faces two types of competition in the domestic sector:
(i) | | Competition from the local players in and around their state, typically this is applicable to low value contracts. |
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(ii) | | Marketing / Business Development - Construction contracts for infrastructure in India are offered by the Government sector, Central Government and the State Governments. Funds for these are allocated through their budgetary support as well as through international and domestic financial institutions such as World Bank, Asian Development Bank, Japan Bank for International co-operation, Housing & Urban Development Corporation, National Bank for Agricultural & Rural Development, etc. In view of the nature of our market, the major sources of information of ensuing tenders for construction contracts are newspapers and government gazettes. In addition to these, construction contracts are also offered by the private sector. |
f) Strengths and Opportunities
- The Company is an integrated construction and infrastructure development company with front-end civilengineering and design skills.
- The Company has project specific tie-ups and partnership with reputed national and internationalorganizations.
- The Company has sufficient resources, technology and manpower skills. This enables us to pre-qualifyfor major works in India in public, private sector and international tenders.
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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(Amounts in Thousand US Dollars, except share data and as stated otherwise)
- The Company has a diversified servicing capability, in terms of industry segment within the infrastructureindustry. We have expertise in water management, wastewater drains, laying of power transmission lines,construction of roads, housing, airport, sea port, maintenance of cement plant, canal and earth work.
- Indian Market - The Indian Infrastructure Sector is in a boom and all major infrastructure projectsincluding roads through out the country, seaports and airports offer fast growing opportunities. Furtheropportunities in Railways, Irrigation and Hydropower projects etc. offer great opportunities.
- Global Market – A number of Infrastructure projects on global tender basis are being floated in theInternational Market, specifically by the developing nations such as countries in Middle East, Sri Lankaand East Africa.
2. SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES
a) Basis of preparation
The financial statements for the years ended March 31, 2005, 2006 and 2007 have been prepared in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America (‘US GAAP’). The significant accounting policies adopted by SIPL, in respect of these financial statements, are set out below.
These Financial statements have been prepared in US Dollars (USD), the national currency of United States of America.
b) Foreign Currency Translation
The accompanying financial statements are reported in U.S. dollars. The Indian rupee is the functional currency for the company. The translation of the functional currencies into U.S. dollars is performed for assets and liabilities using the exchange rates in effect at the balance sheet date and for revenues, costs and expenses using average exchange rates prevailing during the reporting periods. Adjustments resulting from the translation of functional currency financial statements to reporting currency are accumulated and reported as other comprehensive income/(loss), a separate component of shareholders’ equity.
Transactions in foreign currency are recorded at the exchange rate prevailing on the date of transaction. Monetary assets and liabilities denominated in foreign currencies are expressed in the functional currency at the exchange rates in effect at the balance sheet date. Revenues, costs and expenses are recorded using exchange rates prevailing on the date of transaction. Gains or losses resulting from foreign currency transactions are included in the statement of income. Share Capital issued has been recorded at historical rates whereas those existing on March 31, 2004 have been translates at the rates prevailing on that date.
The exchange rates used for translation purposes are as under:
Year | | Month end Average Rate (P&L rate) | | Year end rate (Balance sheet rate) |
2004-05 | | INR 44.85 per USD | | INR 43.62 per USD |
2005-06 | | INR 44.18 per USD | | INR 44.48 per USD |
2006-07 | | INR 45.11 per USD | | INR 43.10 per USD |
c) Revenue recognition
Sales and services include adjustments made towards liquidated damages, price variation and charges paid for discounting of receivables arising from construction/project contracts on a non-recourse basis, wherever applicable.
Revenue is recognized based on the nature of activity when consideration can be reasonably measured and there exists reasonable certainty of its recovery.
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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(Amounts in Thousand US Dollars, except share data and as stated otherwise)
Revenue from sale of goods is recognized when substantial risks and rewards of ownership are transferred to the buyer under the terms of the contract.
Revenue from construction/project related activity and contracts for supply/commissioning of complex plant and equipment is recognized as follows:
| a) | | Cost plus contracts: Contract revenue is determined by adding the aggregate cost plus proportionate margin as agreed with the customer and expected to be realized. |
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| b) | | Fixed price contracts: Contract revenue is recognized using the percentage completion method. Percentage of completion is determined as a proportion of cost incurred-to-date to the total estimated contract cost. Changes in estimates for revenues, costs to complete and profit margins are recognized in the period in which they are reasonably determinable |
Full provision is made for any loss in the period in which it is foreseen.
Revenue from property development activity is recognized when all significant risks and rewards of ownership in the land and/or building are transferred to the customer and a reasonable expectation of collection of the sale consideration from the customer exists.
Revenue from service related activities and miscellaneous other contracts are recognized when the service is rendered using the proportionate completion method or completed service contract method.
d) Use of estimates
The preparation of financial statements in conformity with US GAAP requires the use of management estimates and assumptions that affect the amounts reported. These estimates are based on historical experience and information that is available to management about current events and actions that the Company may take in the future. Significant items subject to estimates and assumptions include revenue recognition, the useful lives and the evaluation of impairment of property and equipment, the income tax, the contingencies and the provision for impairment of receivables and advances. Actual results could differ from these estimates.
e) Joint venture
The Company’s interest in jointly controlled entities is initially recognized at cost.
f) Restricted cash
Restricted cash consists of deposits pledged with various government authorities and deposits restricted as to usage under lien to banks for guarantees and letters of credit given by the Company. The restricted cash is primarily invested in time deposits with banks.
g) Cash and cash equivalents
Cash includes cash in hand, cash with banks and cash equivalents, which represent highly liquid deposits with an original maturity of ninety days or less. All the investments which include government securities are classified as non current investments (refer Note 2 (i)).
h) Accounts receivable
Accounts receivables are recorded at the invoiced amount. Account balances are written off when the company believes that the receivables will not be recovered. The company’s bad debts are included in selling and general administrative expenses. The company did not recognize any bad debts during the year ended March 31, 2005, 2006 and 2007, respectively.
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SRICON INFRASTRUCTURE PRIVATE LIMITED
(Formerly Srivastava Construction Private Limited)
NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(Amounts in Thousand US Dollars, except share data and as stated otherwise)
i) Investments
Investments are initially measured at cost, which is the fair value of the consideration given for them, including transaction costs. Investments generally comprises of fixed deposits with banks.
j) Inventories
Inventories primarily comprise finished goods, raw materials, work in progress, stock at customer site, stock in transit, components and accessories, stores and spares, scrap and residue, real estate. Inventories are stated at the lower of cost or estimated net realizable value.
The Cost of various categories of inventories is determined on the following basis:
Raw Material are valued at weighted average of landed cost (Purchase price, Freight inward and transit insurance charges), Work in progress is valued as confirmed, valued & certified by the technicians & site engineers and Finished Goods at material cost plus appropriate share of labor cost and production overhead. Components and accessories, stores erection, materials, spares and loose tools are valued on a First-in-First out basis. Real Estate is valued at the lower of cost or net realizable value.
k) Property and equipment
Property and equipment is stated at historical cost, net of accumulated depreciation. All direct costs relating to the acquisition and installation of property and equipment are capitalized
Depreciation is recorded on a straight-line basis over the estimated useful lives of the assets as follows:
Category | | Years |
Buildings | | | 25 | |
Plant and Machinery | | | 20 | |
Computer Equipment | | | 3 | |
Office Equipment | | | 5 | |
Furniture and Fixtures | | | 5 | |
Vehicles | | | 5 | |
Leasehold Improvements | | Over the period of lease or useful life (if less) |
Assets individually costing INR 5 (equivalent to USD 0.116 as at March 31, 2007) or less are fully depreciated in the year of purchase.
Land is not depreciated.
The assets’ residual values and useful lives are reviewed, and adjusted if appropriate, at each balance sheet date.
Gains and losses arising from retirement or disposal of property and equipment are determined as the difference between the net disposal proceeds and the carrying amount of the asset and are recognized in the statement of operations on the date of retirement and disposal.
Costs of additions and substantial improvements to property and equipment are capitalized. The costs of maintenance and repairs of property and equipment are charged to operating expenses.
l) Asset retirement obligations
Asset retirement obligations associated with the Company’s leasehold land are subject to the provisions of FAS No. 143 “Accounting for Asset Retirement Obligations” and related interpretation, FIN No. 47, “Accounting for Conditional Asset Retirement Obligations, an interpretation of FASB Statement No. 143” . The lease agreements
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SRICON INFRASTRUCTURE PRIVATE LIMITED
(Formerly Srivastava Construction Private Limited)
NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(Amounts in Thousand US Dollars, except share data and as stated otherwise)
entered into by the Company may contain clauses requiring restoration of the leased site at the end of the lease term and therefore create asset retirement obligations. The Company records the fair value of a liability for an asset retirement obligation in the period in which it is incurred and capitalizes the cost by increasing the carrying amount of the related long-lived asset. Over time, the liability is accreted to its present value of each period, and the capitalized cost is depreciated over the estimated useful life of the related asset. Upon settlement of the liability, the Company either settles the obligation for its recorded amount or incurs a gain or loss upon settlement.
m) Foreign currency transactions
Monetary assets and liabilities denominated in foreign currencies are expressed in the functional currency Indian Rupees at the rates of exchange in effect at the balance sheet date. Transactions in foreign currencies are recorded at rates ruling on the transaction dates. Gains or losses resulting from foreign currency transactions are included in the statement of operations.
n) Operating leases
Lease payments under operating leases are recognized as an expense on a straight-line basis over the lease term.
o) Capital leases
Assets acquired under capital leases are capitalized as assets by the Company at the lower of the fair value of the leased property or the present value of the related lease payments or where applicable, the estimated fair value of such assets. Amortization of leased assets is computed on straight line basis over the useful life of the assets. Amortization charge for capital leases is included in depreciation expense.
p) Impairment of long – lived assets
The Company reviews its long-lived assets, including identifiable assets with finite lives, for impairment whenever events or changes in business circumstances indicate that the carrying amount of assets may not be fully recoverable. Such circumstances include, though are not limited to, significant or sustained declines in revenues or earnings and material adverse changes in the economic climate. For assets that the Company intends to hold for use, if the total of the expected future undiscounted cash flows produced by the assets or asset Company is less than the carrying amount of the assets, a loss is recognized for the difference between the fair value and carrying value of the assets. For assets the Company intends to dispose of by sale, a loss is recognized for the amount by which the estimated fair value less cost to sell is less than the carrying value of the assets. Fair value is determined based on quoted market prices, if available, or other valuation techniques including discounted future net cash flows.
q) Borrowing costs
(i) Capitalized interest
The interest cost incurred for funding a qualifying asset during the construction period is capitalized based on actual investment in the asset at the average interest rate. The capitalized interest is included in the cost of the relevant asset and is depreciated over the estimated useful life of the asset.
(ii) Debt issue expenses
The Company defers and amortizes debt issue expenses over the term of the related borrowing based on the effective interest method.
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SRICON INFRASTRUCTURE PRIVATE LIMITED
(Formerly Srivastava Construction Private Limited)
NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(Amounts in Thousand US Dollars, except share data and as stated otherwise)
r) Provision for Warranties and Liquidated Damages
The company recognizes warranty claims and liquidated damages as and when they are probable/ incurred. In past years the company does not have any material warranty claims. The liquidated damages recognized during year ended March 31, 2005, March 31, 2006 and March 31, 2007 are USD 7, 21 and 21 respectively. The liquidated Damages are included in cost of revenue.
s) Employee benefits
(i) Gratuity Plan
In accordance with Indian law, the Company provides for gratuity obligations through a defined benefit retirement plan (the ‘Gratuity Plan’) covering all employees. Under the Gratuity Plan, a lump sum payment to vested employees is made at retirement or termination of employment based on the respective employee’s salary and the number of years of employment with the Company. The Company provides for the Plan based on actuarial valuations in accordance with FAS No. 87, “Employers’ Accounting for Pensions”.
(ii) Provident Fund and employees’ state insurance schemes
In accordance with Indian law, all employees of the Company are entitled to receive benefits under the Provident Fund, which is a defined contribution plan. Both the employees and the employer make monthly contributions to the plan at a predetermined rate (presently 12.0%) of the employees’ basic salary. These contributions are made to the fund administered and managed by the Government of India (GoI). In addition some employees of the Company are covered under the employees’ state insurance schemes, which are also defined contribution schemes recognized by the Indian Revenue Authorities, and are administered through the GoI.
The Company’s contributions to both these schemes are expensed in the statement of operations. The Company has no further obligations under these plans beyond its monthly contributions.
(iii) Compensated absences
The employees of the Company are entitled to be compensated for absences based on the unused leave balance and the last drawn salary of the respective employees. The Company has provided for the liability on account of compensated absences in accordance with FAS No. 43, “Accounting for Compensated Absences”.
t) Income taxes
In accordance with the provisions of FAS 109, “Accounting for Income Taxes”, income taxes for the years ended March 31, 2005, 2006 and 2007 are accounted for under the asset and liability method. Deferred tax assets and liabilities are recognized for the future tax consequences attributable to differences between the financial statement carrying amounts of assets and liabilities and their respective tax bases and operating loss carry-forwards. Deferred tax assets and liabilities are measured using enacted tax rates expected to apply to taxable income in the years in which those temporary differences are expected to be recovered or settled. The effect on deferred tax assets and liabilities of a change in tax rates is recognized in the statement of operations in the period in which the change is enacted. Based on management’s judgment, the measurement of deferred tax assets is reduced, if necessary, by a valuation allowance for any tax benefits for which it is more likely than not that some portion or all of such benefits will not be realized.
u) Preoperating costs
Preoperating costs represent certain marketing and administrative expenses incurred prior to the commencement of commercial operations of the new line of business. These costs are expensed as incurred.
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SRICON INFRASTRUCTURE PRIVATE LIMITED
(Formerly Srivastava Construction Private Limited)
NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(Amounts in Thousand US Dollars, except share data and as stated otherwise)
v) Earnings per share
In accordance with FAS 128, “Earnings Per Share”, a basic earnings per equity share is computed using the weighted average number of equity shares outstanding during the period. Diluted earnings per equity share are computed using the weighted average number of common and dilutive common equivalent equity shares outstanding during the period except where the result would be anti-dilutive.
w) Recent accounting pronouncements
In September 2006, the FASB issued FAS No. 158, “Employers’ Accounting for Defined Benefit Pension and Other Postretirement Benefit Plans” (FAS 158). This Statement requires companies to recognize the over-funded or under-funded status of a defined benefit postretirement plan as an asset or liability in its statement of financial position. The Company has applied FAS 158 which has no impact on the financial statements.
In May 2005, the FASB issued FAS No. 154, “Accounting Changes and Error Corrections-a replacement of APB Opinion No. 20 and FASB Statement No. 3” (FAS 154). This Statement replaces APB Opinion No. 20, “Accounting Changes,” and FASB Statement No. 3, “Reporting Accounting Changes in Interim Financial Statements.” This Statement requires retrospective application to prior periods’ financial statements for changes in accounting principle, unless it is impractical to determine either the period-specific effects or the cumulative effect of the change. FAS 154 also requires that a change in depreciation, amortization, or depletion method for long, non-financial assets be accounted for as a change in accounting estimate effected by a change in accounting principle. The Company adopted FAS 154 for accounting changes and corrections of errors made after the adoption date. The adoption of the provisions of FAS 154 did not have an impact on the Company’s financial statements.
In September 2006, the Securities and Exchange Commission (‘SEC’) staff issued Staff Accounting Bulletin No. 108, “Considering the Effects of Prior Year Misstatements when Quantifying Misstatements in Current Year Financial Statements” (‘SAB 108’). SAB 108 provides guidance on how prior year misstatements should be taken into consideration when quantifying misstatements in current year financial statements for purposes of determining whether the current year’s financial statements are materially misstated. The provisions of SAB 108 are required to be applied by registrants in their annual financial statements covering fiscal years ending on or before November 15, 2007. The adoption of the provisions of SAB 108 did not have an impact on the Company’s financial statements.
In June 2006, the FASB issued FASB Interpretation No. 48, “Accounting for Uncertainty in Income Taxes—an interpretation of FASB Statement No. 109” (FIN 48). FIN 48 clarifies the accounting and reporting for uncertainties in income tax law. This Interpretation prescribes a comprehensive model for the financial statement recognition, measurement, presentation and disclosure of uncertain tax positions taken or expected to be taken in income tax returns. The provisions of FIN 48 will be applied beginning in the first quarter of 2008 (i.e. from April 1, 2008), with the cumulative effect of the change in accounting principle recorded as an adjustment to retained earnings. The Company is currently assessing the impact of the adoption of this Interpretation on its financial statements.
x) Reclassification
Certain items previously reported in specific captions of the financial statements have been reclassified to conform to the current year’s presentation.
3. INVESTMENT IN JOINT VENTURES
The company has entered into a joint venture dated March 24, 2005 with Hindustan Steel Works Limited having a participation of 49% and 51%, respectively for the purpose of preparation and submitting the bids and executing the contract works in the name of HSCL – SIPL (JV) for National Highway Authority of India. The principal objective of joint venture is construction of a four lane highway from km marker 94,000 to km 123,000 of the Nagpur – Hyderabad Section of NH-7 in the State of Maharashtra.
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SRICON INFRASTRUCTURE PRIVATE LIMITED
(Formerly Srivastava Construction Private Limited)
NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(Amounts in Thousand US Dollars, except share data and as stated otherwise)
4. PROPERTY AND EQUIPMENT, NET
Property and equipment consist of the following:
| | As of | | As of |
Particulars | | March 31, 2006 | | March 31, 2007 |
Land | | 43 | | | 45 | |
Buildings | | 43 | | | 49 | |
Plant & Machinery | | 4,658 | | | 5,468 | |
Electrical Installation | | — | | | — | |
Roads | | — | | | — | |
Computers | | 53 | | | 58 | |
Furniture and Fixture | | 54 | | | 56 | |
Office equipment | | 23 | | | 25 | |
Vehicles | | 160 | | | 165 | |
Leasehold Improvements | | 155 | | | 160 | |
Total | | 5,189 | | | 6,026 | |
Less: Accumulated depreciation | | 842 | | | 1,123 | |
Net | | 4,347 | | | 4,903 | |
Plant & Machinery included plant & machinery and commercial vehicles acquired under capital leases amounting to USD 2,086 and 2,372 as of March 31, 2006 and 2007, respectively (net of accumulated depreciation of USD 1,480 and 1,697 as at March 31, 2006 and 2007, respectively).
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SRICON INFRASTRUCTURE PRIVATE LIMITED
(Formerly Srivastava Construction Private Limited)
NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(Amounts in Thousand US Dollars, except share data and as stated otherwise)
The gross carrying amounts of fully depreciated assets included in the overall balance of property and equipment above, which were still in active use, are as follows:
| | As of | | As of |
Particulars | | March 31, 2006 | | March 31, 2007 |
Furniture and Fixture | | | 15 | | | | 19 | |
Office equipment | | | 10 | | | | 11 | |
Vehicles | | | 14 | | | | 17 | |
Leasehold Improvements | | | 44 | | | | 86 | |
Total | | | 83 | | | | 133 | |
All property and equipment of the Company have been pledged as collateral for its secured borrowings.
5. INCOME TAXES
The Company accounted for the deferred tax assets and liabilities as of March 31 2005, 2006 and 2007, on the temporary differences.
The primary components of the income tax expense were:
| | Year ended March 31, |
| | 2005 | | 2006 | | 2007 |
Current Tax Expense | | 195 | | | 145 | | | 278 | |
Deferred Tax Expenses / (Income) | | 168 | | | 34 | | | 79 | |
Income Tax Expense / (Income) | | 363 | | | 179 | | | 357 | |
The reconciliation between the provisions for income tax to the amount computed by applying the statutory income tax rate to the income before provision for income tax is summarized below:
| | Year ended March 31, |
| | 2005 | | 2006 | | 2007 |
Net Income before Taxes | | 907 | | | 668 | | | 779 | |
Enacted Tax Rates in India | | 36.5925 | % | | 33.6600 | % | | 33.9900 | % |
Computed Tax Expense / (Income) | | (332 | ) | | (225 | ) | | (265 | ) |
Increase / (reduction) in taxes on account of: | | | | | | | | | |
Effect of changes in tax rate | | 2 | | | (12 | ) | | 1 | |
Timing Differences | | 693 | | | 416 | | | 620 | |
Income tax expense / (income) reported | | 363 | | | 179 | | | 357 | |
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SRICON INFRASTRUCTURE PRIVATE LIMITED
(Formerly Srivastava Construction Private Limited)
NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(Amounts in Thousand US Dollars, except share data and as stated otherwise)
The components that gave rise to deferred tax assets and liabilities included in the balance sheet were as follows:
| | As of | | As of |
| | March 31, 2006 | | March 31, 2007 |
Deferred Tax Assets | | | | | | |
Retirement Benefits | | 9 | | | 11 | |
| | 9 | | | 11 | |
Deferred Tax Liabilities | | | | | | |
Property and equipment | | (450 | ) | | (549 | ) |
| | (450 | ) | | (549 | ) |
Net deferred tax liability | | (441 | ) | | (538 | ) |
6. SHORT TERM BORROWINGS AND CURRENT PORTION OF LONG TERM DEBT
| | As of | | As of |
| | March 31, 2006 | | March 31, 2007 |
Secured | | 2,787 | | | 2,069 | |
Unsecured | | 102 | | | 278 | |
Total | | 2,889 | | | 2,347 | |
Add: | | | | | | |
Current portion of long term debt | | 979 | | | 1,299 | |
Total | | 3,868 | | | 3,646 | |
The above-secured borrowings were secured by collateralization against the company’s inventory and receivables
The weighted average interest rates on the short-term borrowings were 13.16% and 13.34% for the years ended March 31, 2006 and 2007, respectively.
The details of unused lines of credit (Cash credit) were as follows:
| | As of | | As of |
| | March 31, 2006 | | March 31, 2007 |
Secured | | 87 | | 109 |
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SRICON INFRASTRUCTURE PRIVATE LIMITED
(Formerly Srivastava Construction Private Limited)
NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(Amounts in Thousand US Dollars, except share data and as stated otherwise)
7. EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
Gratuity plan:
The measurement dates for the Company’s Gratuity Plan were March 31, 2006 and 2007. The following table sets forth the changes in the projected benefit obligation and amounts recognized in the Company’s balance sheet as of the respective measurement dates:
| | As of | | As of |
| | March 31, 2006 | | March 31, 2007 |
Change in Projected Benefit Obligation | | | | | | | | |
Accumulated Benefit Obligation | | | 9 | | | | 13 | |
Projected Benefit obligation at the beginning of the year | | | 13 | | | | 22 | |
Current Service Cost | | | 2 | | | | 3 | |
Interest Cost | | | 1 | | | | 2 | |
Benefits paid | | | — | | | | — | |
Actuarial (gain)/ loss | | | 5 | | | | 2 | |
Projected Benefit obligation at the end of the year | | | 21 | | | | 29 | |
Net amount recognized | | | 21 | | | | 29 | |
The components of the net gratuity cost were as follows:
| | For Year Ended |
| | March 31, 2005 | | March 31, 2006 | | March 31, 2007 |
Current Service Cost | | | 2 | | | 2 | | | 3 | |
Interest Cost | | | 1 | | | 1 | | | 2 | |
Recognized actuarial (gain)/loss | | | — | | | (5 | ) | | (2 | ) |
Net Gratuity Cost | | | 2 | | | (1 | ) | | 2 | |
The net gratuity accrued liabilities, were as follows:
| | As of | | As of |
| | March 31, 2006 | | March 31, 2007 |
Net Gratuity Liability | | 21 | | | 29 | |
The weighted average assumptions used to determine the benefit obligations were as follows:
| | Year ended | | Year ended |
| | March 31, 2006 | | March 31, 2007 |
Discounting Rate | | 8.00 | % | | 8.00 | % |
Rate of Compensation increase | | 5.50 | % | | 5.50 | % |
The weighted average assumptions used to determine the net periodic cost were as follows:
| | Year ended | | Year ended |
| | March 31, 2006 | | March 31, 2007 |
Discounting Rate | | 8.00 | % | | 8.00 | % |
Rate of Compensation increase | | 5.50 | % | | 5.50 | % |
Return on plan asset | | 0.00 | % | | 0.00 | % |
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SRICON INFRASTRUCTURE PRIVATE LIMITED
(Formerly Srivastava Construction Private Limited)
NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(Amounts in Thousand US Dollars, except share data and as stated otherwise)
Actuarial gains and losses are recognized as and when incurred. The Company has not recognized any of the following as of March 31, 2005, 2006 and 2007:
- unamortized prior service cost
- unrecognized net gain or loss
- the remaining unamortized, unrecognized net obligation existing at the initial date of application of FAS87 or FAS 106; and
- any intangible asset and the amount of accumulated other comprehensive income recognized pursuant toparagraph 37 of FAS 87, as amended.
The estimated amounts of gratuity benefits expected to be paid in each of the next 5 years and in the aggregate for 5 years thereafter, are as follows:
| | As of |
| | March 31, 2007 |
Year Ending March 31, 2008 | | | 1 | |
Year Ending March 31, 2009 | | | 2 | |
Year Ending March 31, 2010 | | | 2 | |
Year Ending March 31, 2011 | | | 2 | |
Year Ending March 31, 2012 | | | 1 | |
Year Ending March 31, 2013 - 17 | | | 22 | |
Total | | | 30 | |
Actuarial gains and losses are recognized as and when incurred. The Company has not recognized any of the following as of March 31, 2006 and 2007:
- unamortized prior service cost
- unrecognized net gain or loss
- the remaining unamortized, unrecognized net obligation or net asset existing at the initial date ofapplication of FAS 87 or FAS 106; and
- any intangible asset and the amount of accumulated other comprehensive income recognized pursuant toparagraph 37 of FAS 87, as amended.
c) Provident Fund
The Company’s contribution towards the Provident Fund amounted to USD 11, 14 and 12 for the years ended March 31, 2005, 2006 and 2007, respectively.
3. LONG TERM DEBT
Long-term debt comprises:
| | As of | | As of |
| | March 31, 2006 | | March 31, 2007 |
Secured | | | | | | |
Term loans | | 890 | | | 1,568 | |
Loan for assets purchased under capital lease | | 1,944 | | | 1,913 | |
Total | | 2,834 | | | 3,481 | |
Less: Current portion (Payable within 1 year) | | 979 | | | 1,299 | |
Total | | 1,855 | | | 2,182 | |
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SRICON INFRASTRUCTURE PRIVATE LIMITED
(Formerly Srivastava Construction Private Limited)
NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(Amounts in Thousand US Dollars, except share data and as stated otherwise)
The secured loans were collateralized by:
- Unencumbered Net Asset Block of the Company
- Equitable mortgage of properties owned by promoter directors/ guarantors
- Term Deposits
- Hypothecation of receivables, assignment of toll rights
- First charge on Debt-Service Reserve Account
The scheduled repayments of the long term debts during the next 5 years and beyond are as follows:
| | As of |
Year | | March 31, 2007 |
2008 | | 1,299 | |
2009 | | 1,073 | |
2010 | | 782 | |
2011 | | 326 | |
2012 | | — | |
Total | | 3,481 | |
The details of secured term loans are as follows:
| | As of | | As of |
| | March 31, 2006 | | March 31, 2007 |
Term Loans | | 2,932 | | 2,376 |
The amounts payable for the capital lease obligation would be 712, 531, 251 and 2 for the years ending March 31, 2008, 2009, 2010 and 2011, respectively.
Under the loan agreements, the company must maintain, among other things, certain specified financial ratios, with which the company was in compliance as of March 31, 2007.
4. DIVIDENDS
Final dividends proposed by the Board of Directors will be payable when formally declared by the shareholders, who have the right to decrease but not increase the amount of the dividend recommended by the Board of Directors. Interim dividends will be declared by the Board of Directors without the need for shareholders’ approval.
Dividends payable to equity shareholders will be based on the net income available for distribution as reported in the Company’s financial statements prepared in accordance with Indian GAAP. Dividends can only be declared and paid in Indian Rupees and/or converted into foreign currency for an equivalent amount in cases where dividend is permitted to be repatriated.
Under the Indian Companies Act 1956, dividends may be paid out of the profits of a company in the year in which the dividend is declared or out of the undistributed profits of previous fiscal years. Before declaring a dividend greater than 10% of the par value of its equity shares, a company is required to transfer to its reserves a minimum percentage of its profits for that year, ranging from 2.5% to 10 %, depending on the dividend percentage to be declared in such year. Dividends can be distributed out of the general reserve in case of a loss or inadequacy of current distributable profits. Presently, the Company is required to pay dividend tax on the total amount of the dividend declared, distributed or paid at the specified tax rate including surcharge (applicable tax rate is 16.99% as at March 31, 2007).
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SRICON INFRASTRUCTURE PRIVATE LIMITED
(Formerly Srivastava Construction Private Limited)
NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(Amounts in Thousand US Dollars, except share data and as stated otherwise)
The Company has not paid any dividends from inception through March 31, 2007.
Under the agreements with the lenders, lender specific permission will be required in certain cases for distributing dividends. The company has an outstanding secured loan of USD 1.57 million from the Bank of India wherein the company has submitted a stamped undertaking to the Bank; the company shall not without the Banks written permission declare dividend for any year except out of the profits relating to that year after meeting all the financial commitments to the bank and making all dues and necessary provisions.
5. DONATIONS
Donations were made to premier educational institutions and others amounting to USD 8, 5 and 7 for the years ended March 31, 2005, 2006 and 2007, respectively and were included in selling, general and administration expenses in the statements of operations.
6. RELATED PARTY TRANSACTIONS
The Company has entered into transactions with the following related parties.
Key management personnel:
Mr. R.L Srivastava
Mr. S.P Srivastava
Mrs.I.R Srivastava
Other related parties (entities which are controlled or significantly influenced by the key management personnel and their close relatives)
Biharilal Srivastava
Gulablal Srivastava
Ramdularidevi Srivastava
R. D. Srivastava
Aurobindo Laminations Limited
Narbada Finance & Leasing Private Limited.
Vijay Engineering Enterprise Private Limited
Srivastava Construction Company
Reaselack Polymers Private Limited
Srivastava Hi-Tech Pro-Oil Complex Priavte Limited
Bhalchandra Finance & Leasing Company Limited
Joint Ventures
HSCL – SIPL (JV)
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SRICON INFRASTRUCTURE PRIVATE LIMITED
(Formerly Srivastava Construction Private Limited)
NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(Amounts in Thousand US Dollars, except share data and as stated otherwise)
The transactions and balances with the following related parties are described below:
| | Yearended March 31, 2005 |
| | Key Management | | Other Related |
Relationship | | Personnel | | Parties |
Fund Transferred | | — | | | 90 | |
Fund Received | | — | | | (151 | ) |
Purchase of Assets | | — | | | (269 | ) |
Sale/transfer of Assets | | — | | | 130 | |
Employee related transaction by the Company | | — | | | 1 | |
Employee related transaction for the Company | | — | | | — | |
Expenses incurred by the Company | | 114 | | | 446 | |
Expenses incurred for the Company | | (33 | ) | | (891 | ) |
Closing Balance receivable / (payable) | | (266 | ) | | (1,188 | ) |
| | Yearended March 31, 2006 |
| | Key Management | | | | Other Related |
Relationship | | Personnel | | Joint Venture | | Parties |
Fund Transferred | | — | | | (193 | ) | | 437 | |
Fund Received | | — | | | — | | | (913 | ) |
Purchase of Assets | | (39 | ) | | — | | | (2 | ) |
Sale/transfer of Assets | | — | | | — | | | 1 | |
Employee related transaction by the Company | | — | | | 2 | | | 1 | |
Employee related transaction for the Company | | — | | | (0 | ) | | (2 | ) |
Expenses incurred by the Company | | 168 | | | 169 | | | 818 | |
Expenses incurred for the Company | | (63 | ) | | (82 | ) | | (9 | ) |
Closing Balance receivable / (payable) | | (190 | ) | | 42 | | | (1,173 | ) |
|
| | Yearended March 31, 2007 |
| | Key Management | | | | | Other Related |
Relationship | | Personnel | | Joint Venture | | Parties |
Fund Transferred | | — | | | 15 | | | 780 | |
Fund Received | | — | | | (151 | ) | | (1,258 | ) |
Purchase of Assets | | — | | | (1 | ) | | — | |
Sale/transfer of Assets | | — | | | — | | | 1 | |
Employee related transaction by the Company | | — | | | — | | | — | |
Employee related transaction for the Company | | — | | | (1 | ) | | — | |
Expenses incurred by the Company | | 634 | | | 21 | | | 150 | |
Expenses incurred for the Company | | (172 | ) | | (32 | ) | | (73 | ) |
Closing Balance receivable / (payable) | | 79 | | | (455 | ) | | (1,630 | ) |
Purchase & sale/ transfer of assets – included primarily purchase & sale/ transfer of Plant and Machinery for and by the key management personnel, joint venture and other related parties.
Employee related transactions – included primarily salary, wages and other allowances to employees, traveling and boarding expenses incurred for and by joint venture and other related parties.
Expenses incurred – included primarily cost of sales and selling, general & administrative expenses incurred for and by joint venture and other related parties.
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SRICON INFRASTRUCTURE PRIVATE LIMITED
(Formerly Srivastava Construction Private Limited)
NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(Amounts in Thousand US Dollars, except share data and as stated otherwise)
Transactions with related parties were at competitive market prices as charged to unaffiliated customers for similar services or charged by other suppliers.
7. SEGMENT INFORMATION
The Company follows the provisions of SFAS No 131 “Disclosure about Segments of an Enterprise and Related Information”. SFAS No 131 establishes standards for reporting information regarding operating segments in annual financial statements and requires selected information for those segments to be presented in interim financial reports issued to stockholders. The Company operates in a single infrastructure construction segment.
13. COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES
The company has to observe the laws, government orders and regulations of the state in which they operate. A number of them are currently involved in administrative proceedings arising out of the normal conduct of their business. In the opinion of management, however, the outcome of these actions will not materially affect the financial position, result of operations or cash flow.
Commitments
a) Capital commitments
The estimated amount of contracts remaining to be executed on capital account not provided for as on March 31, 2005, March 31, 2006, March 31, 2007 are USD zero.
b) Guarantees
The Company had outstanding financial / performance bank guarantees of USD 1,031, USD 4,116 and USD 153 as of March 31, 2005, March 31, 2006, March 31, 2007.
Contingencies
| a) | | The company was awarded a contract from National Highway Authority of India (‘NHAI’) in 2004-05, for restoring the Jaipur – Gurgaon National Highway 8. The total contract value was USD 5.10 million to be completed in 9 months. The entire stretch of the site was handed over on piecemeal basis without any defined schedule in contravention with contractual provisions and approved construction program and methodology. This has resulted in additional costs due to additional deployment of resources for prolonged period. Thus, the company invoked the escalation clause of the contract and filed a claim of USD 7.65 million. The dispute has been referred to arbitration. The company has not recognized the claim amounts on its books. |
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| b) | | The company was awarded a contract from National Highway Authority of India (‘NHAI’) in 2001-02 for construction of a four lane highway on the Namkkal bypass on National Highway 7, in the state of Tamilnadu. The total contract value was USD 4 million and the construction was to have been completed by November 30, 2002. The escalation and variation claim of USD 4.94 million is pending with NHAI. An arbitration process was initiated on July 3, 2007. The company has not recognized the claim amounts on its books. |
14. CONCENTRATION OF CREDIT RISK
The Company is concentrated on projects undertaken by government and government enterprises.
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(Formerly Srivastava Construction Private Limited)
NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(Amounts in Thousand US Dollars, except share data and as stated otherwise)
Company’s business therefore requires that we continue to maintain pre-qualified status with key clients and we are not disqualified from future projects that these clients may award. Company’s major clients vary from period to period depending on the demand and the completion schedule of projects. The loss of a significant client or a number of significant clients or projects from such clients for any reason, including as a result of disqualification or dispute, may have an adverse effect on Company’s results of operations.
15. VENDOR RISK
The Company is significantly affected by the availability, cost and quality of the raw material bought out items and fuel, which we need to construct and develop Company’s projects. The prices and supply of raw materials, bought out items and fuel depend on factors not under Company’s control, including general economic conditions, competition, production levels, transportation costs and import duties. Although we generally provide for price contingencies in Company’s contracts to limit Company’s exposure, if, for any reason, Company’s primary suppliers of raw materials, bought out items and fuel should curtail or discontinue their delivery of such materials to us in the quantities we need or at prices that are competitive or expected by us, Company’s ability to meet Company’s material requirements for our projects could be impaired, Company’s construction schedules could be disrupted, or Company’s earnings and business could suffer. Additionally, we rely on manufacturers and other suppliers and do not have control over the quality of products they supply, which may adversely affect the quality and workmanship of Company’s projects.
16. SUBSEQUENT EVENTS
The Company has signed a Letter of Intent with India Globalization Capital, Inc. (USA) (“IGC”) dated August 28, 2007 to accept investment through its subsidiary IGC-M (Mauritius) by allotment of new equity shares leading to post investment ownership of 51% by IGC. IGC also offers to buy a 12% stake post investment directly from the promoters. On September 15, 2007 the Company signed a Share Subscription Cum Purchase Agreement and a Shareholders Agreement with India Globalization Capital, Inc (USA) for the purchase and subscription of shares resulting in a 63% post investment ownership by IGC.
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TECHNI BHARATHI LIMITED
UNAUDITED CONDENSED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
As of September 30, 2007
For the six months ended September 30, 2006, 2007
REVIEW REPORT OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM
To
The Board of Directors
Techni Bharathi Limited:
We have reviewed the condensed balance sheet of Techni Bharathi Limited as of September 30, 2007, and the related condensed statements of income for the six months period ended September 30, 2007 and 2006, and cash flows for the six months period ended September 30, 2007 and 2006. These interim financial statements are the responsibility of the Company’s management.
We conducted our reviews in accordance with the standards of the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (United States). A review of interim financial information consists principally of applying analytical procedures and making inquiries of persons responsible for financial and accounting matters. It is substantially less in scope than an audit conducted in accordance with the standards of the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board, the objective of which is the expression of an opinion regarding the financial statements taken as a whole. Accordingly, we do not express such an opinion.
Based on our reviews, we are not aware of any material modifications that should be made to the condensed consolidated financial statements referred to above for them to be in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America.
We have previously audited, in accordance with the standards of the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board, the balance sheet of Techni Bharathi Limited as of March 31, 2007, and the related statements of operations, stockholders’ equity, and cash flows for each of the three years ended March 31, 2005, 2006 and 2007 (not presented herein); and in our report dated 21st September, 2007, we expressed an unqualified opinion on those financial statements. In our opinion, the information set forth in the accompanying balance sheet as of March 31, 2007 is fairly stated in all material respects in relation to the consolidated balance sheet from which it has been derived.
Yoganandh & Ram
Chartered Accountants
Independent Auditors registered with
Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (USA)
Chennai, India
November 2 2007
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UNAUDITED CONDENSED BALANCE SHEETS
(Amounts in Thousand US Dollars, except share data and as stated otherwise)
| | As of | | As of |
| | March 31, | | September |
ASSETS | | 2007 | | 30, 2007 |
Current Assets | | | | | | | | |
Cash & Cash Equivalents | | $ | 1,208 | | | $ | 100 | |
Accounts Receivables | | | 43 | | | | 93 | |
Inventories | | | 1,284 | | | | 1,784 | |
Prepaid and Other Assets | | | 1,231 | | | | 798 | |
Due from related Parties | | | 218 | | | | 114 | |
Total Current Assets | | | 3,984 | | | | 2,889 | |
Investment - Subsidiary | | | — | | | | — | |
Investment - Others | | | 72 | | | | 78 | |
Property, Plant & Equipment (net) | | | 2,265 | | | | 2,352 | |
Deferred Tax Asset | | | 199 | | | | 351 | |
Restricted Cash & Cash Equivalents | | | 371 | | | | 283 | |
Other Assets | | | 207 | | | | 489 | |
TOTAL ASSETS | | | 7,098 | | | | 6,442 | |
Liabilities and Shareholder’s Equity | | | | | | | | |
Current Liabilities | | | | | | | | |
Short Term Borrowings and current portion of long term loan | | | 6,079 | | | | — | |
Trade Payable | | | 1,502 | | | | 3,168 | |
Other Current Liabilities | | | 144 | | | | 24 | |
Total Current Liabilities | | | 7,725 | | | | 3,192 | |
Long Term Debts, net of current portion | | | 2,333 | | | | 3,870 | |
Other Liabilities | | | 58 | | | | — | |
Advance from Customers | | | 1,877 | | | | 884 | |
Total Liabilities | | | 11,993 | | | | 7,946 | |
Share Holders Equity | | | | | | | | |
Common Stock | | | 988 | | | | 988 | |
Preferred stock | | | — | | | | 1,182 | |
Additional Paid in capital | | | 199 | | | | 199 | |
Retained Earnings | | | (5,948 | ) | | | (3,297 | ) |
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income / (Loss) | | | (134 | ) | | | (576 | ) |
Total Stockholders Equity | | | (4,895 | ) | | | (1,504 | ) |
Total Liabilities and Shareholder’s Equity | | $ | 7,098 | | | $ | 6,442 | |
The accompanying notes form an integral part of these condensed financial statements
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TECHNI BHARATHI LIMITED
UNAUDITED CONDENSED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS
(Amounts in Thousand US Dollars, except share data and as stated otherwise)
| | Six months | | Six months |
| | ended | | ended |
| | September 30, | | September 30, |
| | 2006 | | 2007 |
Revenue | | $ | 316 | | | $ | 2,855 | |
Cost of Revenue | | | (633 | ) | | | (2,017 | ) |
Gross Profit/ (Loss) | | | (317 | ) | | | 838 | |
Selling, General & Administration Expenses | | | (151 | ) | | | (280 | ) |
Depreciation | | | (180 | ) | | | (102 | ) |
Operating Earnings / (Loss) | | | (648 | ) | | | 456 | |
Interest Income (Net) | | | — | | | | 26 | |
Interest Expenses (Net) | | | (408 | ) | | | (331 | ) |
Other Income | | | 189 | | | | 2,661 | |
Operating Income / (Loss) Before Income Taxes | | | (867 | ) | | | 2,812 | |
Income Tax Expense | | | — | | | | (44 | ) |
Fringe Benefit Tax Expense | | | — | | | | (4 | ) |
Deferred Tax Expense | | | 12 | | | | (35 | ) |
Income / (Loss) after Income Taxes | | | (855 | ) | | | 2,729 | |
Provision for Dividend on Preference Stock | | | — | | | | (70 | ) |
Tax on Preference Share Dividend | | | — | | | | (8 | ) |
Net (Loss) / Income | | | (855 | ) | | | 2,651 | |
(Loss) / Earnings per Share | | | | | | | | |
Basic | | $ | (0.20 | ) | | $ | 0.64 | |
Diluted | | $ | (0.20 | ) | | $ | 0.34 | |
Weighted average number of common shares outstanding: | | | | | | | | |
Basic | | | 4,287,500 | | | | 4,287,500 | |
Diluted | | | 4,287,500 | | | | 8,037,500 | |
The accompanying notes form an integral part of these condensed financial statements
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CONDENSED STATEMENT OF SHAREHOLDER’S EQUITY
(Amounts in Thousand US Dollars, except per share data and as stated otherwise)
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | Accumulated | | | |
| | Commonstock | | Preference Stock | | Additional | | | | | other | | | |
| | | | Par | | | | Par | | paid in | | Retained | | comprehensive | | | |
| | Shares | | Value | | Shares | | Value | | Capital | | Earnings | | income / (Loss) | | Total |
Particulars | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Balance as on | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
April 1, 2006 | | 428,750 | | 988 | | — | | — | | | 199 | | | (6,484 | ) | | (141 | ) | | (5,438 | ) |
Net Income/(Loss) | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
for the period | | — | | — | | — | | — | | | — | | | (855 | ) | | — | | | (855 | ) |
Gain / Loss on Foreign | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Currency Translation | | — | | — | | — | | — | | | — | | | — | | | 166 | | | 166 | |
Balance as on | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
September 30, 2006 | | 428,750 | | 988 | | | | | | | 199 | | | (7,339 | ) | | 25 | | | (6,127 | ) |
Balance as on | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
April 1, 2007 | | 4,287,500 | | 988 | | | | | | | 199 | | | (5,948 | ) | | (134 | ) | | (4,895 | ) |
Net Income/(Loss) | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
for the period | | — | | — | | — | | — | | | — | | | 2,651 | | | — | | | 2,651 | |
New Preference Share | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Capital Issued | | — | | — | | 5,000,000 | | 1,182 | | | — | | | — | | | — | | | 1,182 | |
Gain/(Loss) on Foreign | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Currency Translation | | — | | — | | — | | — | | | — | | | — | | | (442 | ) | | (442 | ) |
Balance as on | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
September 30, 2007 | | 4,287,500 | | 988 | | 5,000,000 | | 1,182 | | | 199 | | | (3,297 | ) | | (576 | ) | | (1,504 | ) |
The accompanying notes form an integral part of these condensed financial statements
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TECHNI BHARATHI LIMITED
UNAUDITED CONDENSED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS
(Amounts in Thousand US Dollars, except share data and as stated otherwise)
| | Six months | | Six months |
| | ended | | ended |
| | September | | September |
| | 30,2006 | | 30,2007 |
Cash From Operating Activities | | | | | | | | |
Net Income/(Loss) | | $ | (855 | ) | | $ | 2,651 | |
Adjustments to reconcile net Income to net cash from | | | | | | | | |
Operating activities | | | | | | | | |
Depreciation | | | 180 | | | | 102 | |
Deferred Tax (income) /Expense | | | (12 | ) | | | 35 | |
| | | (687 | ) | | | 2,788 | |
Changes in Assets and liabilities | | | | | | | | |
Restricted cash | | | 232 | | | | 88 | |
Accounts Receivable | | | 12 | | | | (50 | ) |
Inventories | | | 432 | | | | (500 | ) |
Prepaid and other Assets | | | 146 | | | | 433 | |
Long term other assets | | | 133 | | | | (282 | ) |
Trade Payable | | | 2,233 | | | | 1,586 | |
Other Current liabilities | | | (78 | ) | | | (120 | ) |
Advance from Customer | | | (2,075 | ) | | | (993 | ) |
Other liabilities | | | (2 | ) | | | (58 | ) |
Net cash provided by/ (used in) operating activities | | | 346 | | | | 2,892 | |
Cash flow from Investing Activities | | | | | | | | |
Purchase of property and equipment | | | — | | | | (7 | ) |
Proceeds from Sale of Investments | | | 11 | | | | — | |
Net cash provided by/ (used in) Investing activities | | | 11 | | | | (7 | ) |
Cash flow from Financing Activities | | | | | | | | |
Due from Related Parties | | | 40 | | | | — | |
Issue of preference shares | | | — | | | | 1,182 | |
Debts - net | | | (413 | ) | | | (5,231 | ) |
Net Cash provided by/ (used in ) financing Activities | | | (373 | ) | | | (4,049 | ) |
Net (decrease) / increase in cash and cash equivalents during the year | | | (16 | ) | | | (1,164 | ) |
Effect of exchange rate in Cash Equivalents | | | 10 | | | | 56 | |
Add: Balance at beginning of year | | | 69 | | | | 1,208 | |
Balance at end of the year | | $ | 63 | | | $ | 100 | |
The accompanying notes form an integral part of these condensed financial statements
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TECHNI BHARATHI LIMITED
NOTES TO CONDENSED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
Amounts in Thousand US Dollars, except share data and as stated otherwise
1. COMPANY OVERVIEW AND RECENT EVENTS
a) Incorporation and History:
A frontrunner in construction industry, TBL Limited (TBL) was incorporated in the year 1982 by a team of enterprising technocrats who, inspired by the revolutionary ideas in the field, started pursuing the goal of becoming a world-class construction specialist. For TBL, the first decade was a period of learning. The TBL team worked vigorously on projects of moderate size, finding new ways to build without compromising on quality, designing innovative building methods and charting out cost-effective construction formulas.
The Year 1991 witnessed the company’s first foray into the strategic construction arena when Kudremukh Iron Ore Company Limited (a leading Government of India Company) assigned TBL for the construction of Lakhya Dam for a cost of US $ 2,750. Since then TBL is engaged in engineering construction contracts for national infrastructure development like highways, bridges, dams, hydro electric projects and so on.
The company considers the people as its most valued asset. While about 500 professionals and technicians work for TBL on a regular basis, over 1000 people work on project-to-project contracts.
Human resource development is an area of high priority at TBL. In all realms of business, like Technical, Financial and Personnel, people are given rigorous training to perfect their functional skills, thus helping bring the best out of individuals and teams. Manned by people of high caliber, every department of the company is fully computerized.
With its foundations strong and vision futuristic, TBL has charted out ambitious expansion program. Even as it moves ahead to a new era of business developments and achievements, the formula for success remains the same and that is Build business on values
Description of Business:
The various construction activities taken up by the company are given below:
- Roads and Bridges
- Mechanized Earthworks
- Hydro Electric Projects
- High Rise Building Complexes and Townships
- Dams and Tunnels
- Irrigation Projects
- Rail Road Construction
b) Recent Events
| i) | | The Company has signed a Letter of Intent with India Globalization Capital, Inc. (USA) dated 5thSeptember, 2007 to accept investment through its subsidiary IGC(Mauritius) by allotment of new equity shares leading to post investment ownership of 74% by IGC and or its assignee. |
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| ii) | | The Company has issued and allotted 5,000,000 of Preference Shares of $0.24 each to M/s. Odeon Limited, 3rdFloor, TM Building, Pope Hennessy Street, Port Louis, Republic of Mauritius against receipt of the full money in advance before allotment and subject to the following terms and conditions: |
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| | | The preference shares shall be issued at par. |
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TECHNI BHARATHI LIMITED
NOTES TO CONDENSED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
Amounts in Thousand US Dollars, except share data and as stated otherwise
| | | The rate of dividend shall be 15% per annum or 300 basis points above SBI PLR whichever is lower, net of taxes as applicable. |
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| | | In the event of non payment of dividend in any year, it shall be cumulative. |
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| | | The preference shares shall be transferable by the holder at ant time at the discretion of the holder without the prior approval of the company but subject to the provisions of the Foreign Exchange Management Act, 1999 and rules there under. |
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| | | The preference shares shall be converted into equity shares on the expiry of two years from the date of allotment. However the company shall have the option to convert them earlier with in a period of two years. |
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| | | The preference shares shall be, converted into equity shares in the ratio of one equity share for every convertible preference share. |
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| | | On conversion the equity shares shall rank pari passu with the existing equity shares of the company. |
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| | | Any other conditions as prescribed by the Government of India and Reserve Bank of India in this respect. |
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| iii) | | Interest on One Time Settlement |
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| | | Other income shown in Profit and Loss Account as of 30th September 2007 includes a sum of USD 2649 towards reversal of interest debited earlier on account of One Time Settlement to Banks. |
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| iv) | | Shareholders Stock |
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| | | On January 15, 2007, the company split its common stock from par value INR 100 per share (equivalent to $2.52 per share at a conversion of INR 39.75 per USD) to par value of INR 10 per share (equivalent to $0.252 per share) and increased its authorized capital to total limit of 15 million common stock of par value INR 10 per share. This resulted in an increase of issued and outstanding common stock from 428,750 shares of par value INR 100 per share to 4,287,500 shares of par value INR 10 per share. On March 30, 2007, the company restructured its authorized common stock to eight million equity stock of par value INR 10 per share and seven million of preference stock with par value INR 10 per share. All the relevant filings along with fees have been made with the Registrar of Companies on April 15, 2007. |
| | March 31, 2007 | | September 30, 2007 |
Authorized common stock | | 8,000,000 shares of INR 100 per share | | 8,000,000 shares of INR 10 per share |
Issued and outstanding | | | | |
common stock | | 4,287,500 shares of INR 10 per share | | 4,287,500 shares of INR 10 per share |
Authorized preference stock | | 7,000,000 shares of INR 10 per share | | 7,000,000 shares of INR 10 per share |
Issued and outstanding | | | | |
preference stock | | — | | 5,000,000 shares of INR 10 per share. |
2. SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES
a) Basis of preparation
Interim financial statements – These financial statements should be read in conjunction with the Company’s audited financial statements and footnotes thereto for the year ended March 31, 2007. Certain information and footnote disclosures normally included in financial statements prepared in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America have been omitted pursuant to such rules and regulations. However, the Company believes that the disclosures are adequate to make the information presented not misleading. The financial statements reflect all adjustments (consisting only of normal recurring adjustments) that are in the opinion of management necessary for a fair presentation of the Company’s financial position and results of operations
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TECHNI BHARATHI LIMITED
NOTES TO CONDENSED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
Amounts in Thousand US Dollars, except share data and as stated otherwise
and cash flows for the periods shown and are in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America (‘US GAAP’). The operating results for the six months ended September 30, 2007 are not necessarily indicative of the results to be expected for any other interim period or any future year.
These Financial statements have been prepared in US Dollars (USD), the national currency of United States of America.
The Company’s financial statements have been prepared assuming the Company will continue as a going concern. The Company in its normal course of business has several significant pending claims. Management believes the Company generates sufficient operating cash flows and has access to adequate borrowing facilities to fund its working capital, its existing operations and the continued expansion.
b) Foreign Currency Translation
The accompanying financial statements are reported in U.S. dollars. The Indian rupee is the functional currency for the company. The translation of the functional currencies into U.S. dollars is performed for assets and liabilities using the exchange rates in effect at the balance sheet date and for revenues, costs and expenses using average exchange rates prevailing during the reporting periods. Adjustments resulting from the translation of functional currency financial statements to reporting currency are accumulated and reported as other comprehensive income/ (loss), a separate component of shareholders’ equity.
Share capital issued has been recorded at the historical rates whereas those existing on 31 March 2004 have been translated at the rates prevailing on the date.
The Exchange rates used for translation purposes are as under:
Six months ended | | Month End Average Rate(P & L rate) | | Period end rate (Balance Sheet rate) |
30 September, 2006 | | INR 45.80 per USD | | INR 45.95 per USD |
30 September, 2007 | | INR 40.72 per USD | | INR 39.75 per USD |
c) Revenue Recognition
For Revenue from construction contracts, we recognize revenue on construction type of contracts using the percentage of completion method of accounting where by revenue is recognized as performance under contract progresses. The Company has also made requisite adjustments in the recognized revenues under Indian GAAP (IGAAP) in order to ensure conformity with the provisions of SOP 81-1. All infrastructure contracts of TBL are in the nature of item rate contracts, where there is a Bill of Quantity (BOQ) and item rate prescribed for each activity done. As on closing date of all individual activities of the BOQ executed are jointly measured and valued at the item quoted rate. Accordingly, percentage of completion is determined in terms of the proportion of value added (the contract value of total work performed to date) to the total contract value.
d) Use of estimates
The preparation of our financial statements in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America (“GAAP”) necessarily requires us to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities, the disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the balance sheet dates and the reported amounts of revenue and cost during the reporting periods. Actual results could differ from those estimates. On an ongoing basis, we review our estimates based on information that is currently available. Changes in facts and circumstances may result in revised estimates.
Estimated losses on un-completed contracts and changes in contract estimates
The Company records the provisions for estimated losses on uncompleted contracts in the period in which such losses are identified. The cumulative effects of revisions to contract revenue and estimated completion costs are recorded in the accounting period in which the amounts became evident and can be reasonably estimated. These
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NOTES TO CONDENSED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
Amounts in Thousand US Dollars, except share data and as stated otherwise
revisions may interalia include such items as the effects of change orders, claims, warranty claims, liquidated damages or other contractual penalties, adjustments for audit findings on government contracts and contract closeout settlements.
e) Intentionally kept Blank
f) Restricted Cash and Cash Equivalents
The components of item are as follows:
Fixed Deposit with various banks in order to obtain Bank Guarantees
Margin Money Deposit for Letter of Credit
Restricted Cash has been deposited into bank with specified period of time. Specified period is based on estimated time taken by each project. The classification of restricted cash into current and non-current is determined based on maturity date of the deposit.
g) Cash and Cash Equivalents
The components of item are as follows:
Cash-in-hand
Bank balance of Current Accounts
Highly liquid investments which has maturity period less than 90 days and maturity value will not be affected significantly in accordance with interest rate changes
h) Accounts receivable
Accounts receivables are recorded at the invoiced amount. Account balances are charged off when the company believes that the receivables will not be recovered. The companies’ bad debts are included in selling and general administrative expenses. The Company’s charge for bad debt created for uncollectible receivables are included in selling, general and administrative expenses in the statement of operations.
i) Investments
Investments are initially measured at cost, which is the fair value of the consideration given for them, including transaction costs.
j) Inventories
Inventories consist primarily of construction materials and trading goods valued at lower of Cost or Market value. The following are major items of inventory:
- Work-in-progress- construction
- Work-in-progress- Real Estate
- Construction materials
- Scraps
The cost of the above mentioned items are valued on the following basis:
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NOTES TO CONDENSED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
Amounts in Thousand US Dollars, except share data and as stated otherwise
Construction materials are valued at weight average procurement cost which includes purchase price, fright inward and insurance charges on transportation if applicable. Work-in-progress is valued by cost incurred to that work and apportioned overheads to that project. Construction materials and scraps are valued at FIFO (“First In First Out”) basis. Work-in-progress of real estate is valued at cost or net realizable value, whichever is less.
k) Property and equipment:
Property and equipment are stated at cost less accumulated depreciation. Depreciation of computers, construction, scrap processing and other equipments, buildings and other assets are provided based on the Straight-line method over useful life of the assets.
The value of plant and equipment that are capitalized include the acquisition price and other direct attributable expenses. The estimated useful life of various categories of assets has been considered as under:
Asset Type | | Useful Life |
Building (Flat) | | 25 years |
Computer Equipment | | 3 years |
Furniture and Fixtures | | 5 years |
Vehicles | | 5 years |
Plant and Equipment | | 20 years |
Upon disposition, cost and related accumulated depreciation of the Property and equipment are removed from the accounts and the gain or loss is reflected in the results of operation.
Cost of additions and substantial improvements to property and equipment are capitalized in the books of accounts. The cost of maintenance and repairs of the property and equipment are charged to operating expenses.
l) Asset retirement obligations
Asset retirement obligations associated with the Company’s leasehold land are subject to the provisions of FAS No. 143 “Accounting for Asset Retirement Obligations”. The lease agreements entered into by the Company may contain clauses requiring restoration of the leased site at the end of the lease term and therefore create asset retirement obligations. The Company records the fair value of a liability for an asset retirement obligation in the period in which it is incurred and capitalizes the cost by increasing the carrying amount of the related long-lived asset.
Over time, the liability is accreted to its present value each period, and the capitalized cost is depreciated over the estimated useful life of the related asset. Upon settlement of the liability, the Company either settles the obligation for its recorded amount or incurs a gain or loss upon settlement.
m) Foreign currency transactions
Monetary assets and liabilities denominated in foreign currencies are expressed in the functional currency Indian Rupees at the rates of exchange in effect at the balance sheet date. Transactions in foreign currencies are recorded at rates ruling on the transaction dates. Gains or losses resulting from foreign currency transactions are included in the statement of operations.
n) Operating leases
Lease payments under operating leases are recognized as an expense on a straight-line basis over the lease term.
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Amounts in Thousand US Dollars, except share data and as stated otherwise
o) Capital leases (Lessee accounting)
Assets acquired under capital leases are capitalized as assets by the Group at the lower of the fair value of the leased property or the present value of the related lease payments or where applicable, the estimated fair value of such assets. Amortization of leased assets is computed on straight line basis over the useful life of the assets. Amortization charge for capital leases is included in depreciation expense.
p) Impairment of long – lived assets
The Company reviews its long-lived assets, including identifiable assets with finite lives, for impairment whenever events or changes in business circumstances indicate that the carrying amount of assets may not be fully recoverable. Such circumstances include, though are not limited to, significant or sustained declines in revenues or earnings and material adverse changes in the economic climate. For assets that the Company intends to hold for use, if the total of the expected future undiscounted cash flows produced by the assets or asset Company is less than the carrying amount of the assets, a loss is recognized for the difference between the fair value and carrying value of the assets. For assets the Company intends to dispose of by sale, a loss is recognized for the amount by which the estimated fair value less cost to sell is less than the carrying value of the assets. Fair value is determined based on quoted market prices, if available, or other valuation techniques including discounted future net cash flows.
q) Borrowing costs
Capitalized interest
The interest cost incurred for funding a qualifying asset during the construction period is capitalized based on actual investment in the asset at the average interest rate. The capitalized interest is included in the cost of the relevant asset and is depreciated over the estimated useful life of the asset.
r) Provision for Warranties and Liquidated Damages
The company recognizes warranty claims and liquidated damages as and when they are probable/ incurred. In past years the company did not have any material warranty claims. The liquidated damages recognized during year ended March 31, 2007 is US $ 119 . The liquidated Damages are included in selling, and general and administrative expenses.
s) Retirement Benefits to employees
(i) Gratuity
In accordance with the Payment of Gratuity Act, 1972, TBL provides for gratuity under a defined contribution plan covering eligible employees of TBL. Liabilities with regard to the Gratuity plan have not been provided for on Actuarial Basis . The Gratuity plan provides a lump-sum payment to vested employees at retirement, death, incapacitation or termination of employment, of an amount based on the respective employee’s salary and tenure of the employment.
(ii) Provident Fund
Eligible employees of TBL receive benefits from a provident fund, which is a defined contribution plan. Both the employees and the company make monthly contributions to the provident fund plan equal to a specified percentage of the covered employee’s salary. The company deposits contributions to the Government administrated provident fund. The rate at which the annual interest is payable to the beneficiaries by the fund is administrated by the Indian Government.
The Company has no further obligations under this plan beyond its monthly contributions.
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NOTES TO CONDENSED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
Amounts in Thousand US Dollars, except share data and as stated otherwise
(iii) Compensated absences
The employees of the Company are entitled to be compensated for absences based on the unused leave balance and the last drawn salary of the respective employees. The Company has provided for the liability on account of compensated absences in accordance with FAS No. 43, “Accounting for Compensated Absences”.
t) Legal costs
Legal costs expected to be incurred in connection with a loss contingency are expensed as and when incurred.
u) Income Taxes
Income Taxes are accounted using the asset and liability method. Deferred income tax assets and liabilities are recognized for future tax consequences attributable to differences between the financial statement carrying amounts of existing assets and liabilities, and the respective tax bases. Deferred tax assets and liabilities are measured using enacted tax rates expected to apply to taxable income in the years on which those temporary differences are expected to be recovered or settled. The effect on deferred tax assets and liabilities of a change in tax rates is recognized in the consolidated statement of operations in the period in which the change is enacted. Based on management’s judgment, the measurement of deferred tax assets is reduced, if necessary, by a valuation allowance for any tax benefits for which it is more likely than not that some portion or all of such benefits will not be realized. Tax credits are generally recognized in the year they arise.
v) Preoperating costs
Preoperating costs represent certain marketing and administrative expenses incurred prior to the commencement of commercial operations of the new circles. These costs are expensed as incurred.
w) Earnings per share
In accordance with FAS 128, “Earnings Per Share”, a basic earnings per equity share is computed using the weighted average number of equity shares outstanding during the period. Diluted earnings per equity share are computed using the weighted average number of common and dilutive common equivalent equity shares outstanding during the period except where the result would be anti-dilutive.
x) Recent accounting pronouncements
The Company does not believe that any recently issued, but not yet effective, accounting standards if currently adopted would have a material effect on the accompanying financial statements.
y) Reclassification
Certain items previously reported in specific captions of the consolidated financial statements have been reclassified to conform to the current year’s presentation.
3. INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK
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NOTES TO CONDENSED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
Amounts in Thousand US Dollars, except share data and as stated otherwise
4. PROPERTY AND EQUIPMENTS
The Cost, Depreciation to date and the Net value of Assets of the company are as under:
| As of | | As of |
| March 31, | | September 30, |
Particulars | 2007 | | 2007 |
Land | 2 | | 2 |
Building (Flat) | 23 | | 24 |
Machineries & Equipment | 4,177 | | 4,537 |
Furniture & Fixtures | 75 | | 81 |
Vehicles | 698 | | 756 |
Total | 4,975 | | 5,400 |
Less: Accumulated Depreciation | 2,710 | | 3,048 |
Net | 2,265 | | 2,352 |
5. INCOME TAXES
The Company accounted for the deferred tax assets and liabilities as of March 31 2007, on the temporary differences.
Unabsorbed depreciation represented depreciation in excess of the currently deductible amounts that could be carried forward and utilized as tax deductions in future periods.
6 & 7. DEBTS
| As of | | As of |
| March 31, | | September 30, |
Particulars | 2007 | | 2007 |
Short Term Borrowings and current portion of long term debts | | | |
Secured Loan:- Cash Credit Loan & WCTL from Bank | 6,079 | | — |
Long Term Debts, net of current portion | | | |
Term loan | 1,656 | | 1,390 |
Loan for assets purchased under Capital lease | — | | — |
Unsecured Loan – Directors | 1 | | 94 |
Unsecured Loan – Others | 676 | | 1,250 |
Secured Loan - Cash Credit | — | | 1,136 |
Total | 8,412 | | 3,870 |
Secured Loan – Cash Credit
Secured by hypothecation of materials/stock of spares, WIP and Receivables in addition to personal guarantee of three directors & collaterally secured by mortgage of company’s land & other immovable properties of directors and their relatives. The Average Rate of Interest on the above loan is 13.54%.
8. DIVIDENDS
Final dividends proposed by the Board of Directors will be payable when formally declared by the shareholders, who have the right to decrease but not increase the amount of the dividend recommended by the Board of Directors. Interim dividends will be declared by the Board of Directors without the need for shareholders’ approval.
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NOTES TO CONDENSED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
Amounts in Thousand US Dollars, except share data and as stated otherwise
Dividends payable to equity shareholders will be based on the net income available for distribution as reported in the Company’s financial statements prepared in accordance with Indian GAAP. Dividends can only be declared and paid in Indian Rupees and/or converted into foreign currency for an equivalent amount in cases where dividend is permitted to be repatriated.
Under the Indian Companies Act 1956, dividends may be paid out of the profits of a company in the year in which the dividend is declared or out of the undistributed profits of previous fiscal years. Before declaring a dividend greater than 10% of the par value of its equity shares, a company is required to transfer to its reserves a minimum percentage of its profits for that year, ranging from 2.5% to 10 %, depending on the dividend percentage to be declared in such year. Dividends can be distributed out of the general reserve in case of a loss or inadequacy of current distributable profits. Presently, the Company is required to pay dividend tax on the total amount of the dividend declared, distributed or paid at the specified tax rate including surcharge.(Applicable tax rate is 16.99% as at March 07). The Company has not paid any dividends from inception through September 30, 2007. Under the agreements with the lenders, lender specific permission will be required in certain cases for distributing dividends.
9. SEGMENT INFORMATION
The Company follows the provisions of SFAS No 131 “Disclosure about Segments of an Enterprise and Related Information”. SFAS No 131 establishes standards for reporting information regarding operating segments in annual financial statements and requires selected information for those segments to be presented in interim financial reports issued to stockholders. The Company operates in a single segment.
10. COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES
The company has to observe the laws, government orders and regulations of the state in which they operate. A number of them are currently involved in administrative proceedings arising out of the normal conduct of their business. In the opinion of management, however, the outcome of these actions will not materially affect the financial position, result of operations or cash flow.
Commitments
Capital commitments
The estimated amount of contracts remaining to be executed on capital account not provided for as on March 31, 2007 and September 30, 2007 are USD zero.
b) Guarantees
The Company had outstanding financial / performance bank guarantees of USD 3,804 as of March 31, 2007 and USD 2,210 as of September 30, 2007.
Contingencies
The Company is contingently liable to pay US $ 4 towards interest and penalty towards Provident Dues as per the orders of the competent authorities.
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FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
As of March 31, 2007
For the years ended March 31, 2005, 2006, 2007
REPORT OF INDEPENDENT AUDITORS
To
The Board of Directors of
Techni Bharathi Limited:
In our opinion, the accompanying balance sheets and the related statements of income, of shareholders’ equity and of cash flows, read with the relevant notes there on, present fairly, in all material respects, the financial position of Techni Bharathi Limited, Kochi, India as at March 31, 2007, 2006 and 2005 and the results of its operations and its cash flows for each of the three years in the period ended March 31, 2007 in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America. These financial statements are the responsibility of the company’s management. Our responsibility is to express an opinion on these financial statements based on our audits. We conducted our audits of these statements in accordance with auditing standards generally accepted in the United States of America. Those standards require that we plan and perform the audit to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the financial statements are free of material misstatement. An audit includes examining, on a test basis, evidence supporting the amounts and disclosures in the financial statements, assessing the accounting principles used and significant estimates made by management, and evaluating the overall financial statement presentation. We believe that our audits provide a reasonable basis for our opinion.
Yoganandh & Ram
Chartered Accountants
Independent Auditors registered with
Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (USA)
Chennai, India
September 21, 2007
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BALANCE SHEETS
(Amounts in Thousand US Dollars, except share data and as stated otherwise)
| March 31, | | March 31, |
Assets | 2006 | | 2007 |
Current Assets | | | | | | | |
Cash & Cash Equivalents | $ | 69 | | | $ | 1,208 | |
Accounts Receivable | | 307 | | | | 43 | |
Inventories | | 4,182 | | | | 1,284 | |
Prepaid and Other Assets | | 1,275 | | | | 1,231 | |
Due from Related Parties | | 139 | | | | 218 | |
Total Current Assets | | 5,972 | | | | 3,984 | |
Investment-Subsidiary | | 382 | | | | — | |
Investment-Others | | 76 | | | | 72 | |
Property, Plant & Equipment (net) | | 2,417 | | | | 2,265 | |
Deferred Tax Asset | | 203 | | | | 199 | |
Restricted Cash & Cash Equivalents | | 589 | | | | 371 | |
Other Assets | | 805 | | | | 207 | |
Total Assets | | 10,444 | | | | 7,098 | |
Liabilities and Shareholder’s Equity | | | | | | | |
Current Liabilities | | | | | | | |
Short Term Borrowings and current portion of long term loan | | 8,125 | | | | 6,079 | |
Trade Payable | | 987 | | | | 1,502 | |
Current maturities of Long Term Debts | | — | | | | — | |
Other Current Liabilities | | 78 | | | | 144 | |
Deferred Tax Liability | | — | | | | — | |
Total Current Liabilities | | 9,190 | | | | 7,725 | |
Long Term Debts, net of current portion | | 3,656 | | | | 2,333 | |
Other Liabilities | | 39 | | | | 58 | |
Deferred Tax Liability | | — | | | | — | |
Advance from Customers | | 2,997 | | | | 1,877 | |
Total Liabilities | | 15,882 | | | | 11,993 | |
Share Holders Equity | | | | | | | |
Common Stock | | 988 | | | | 988 | |
Additional Paid in Capital | | 199 | | | | 199 | |
Retained Earnings | | (6,484 | ) | | | (5,948 | ) |
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income/(Loss) | | (141 | ) | | | (134 | ) |
Total Stockholders Equity | | (5,438 | ) | | | (4,895 | ) |
Total Liabilities and Shareholder’s Equity | $ | 10,444 | | | $ | 7,098 | |
The accompanying notes form an integral part of the financial statements.
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STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS
(Amounts in Thousand US Dollars, except share data and as stated otherwise)
| Year ended | | Year ended | | Year ended |
| March 31, | | March 31, | | March 31, |
| 2005 | | 2006 | | 2007 |
Revenue | $ | 8,954 | | | $ | 2,285 | | | $ | 4,318 | |
Cost of Revenue | | (10,010 | ) | | | (2,567 | ) | | | (2,656 | ) |
Gross (Loss) / Profit | | (1,056 | ) | | | (282 | ) | | | 1,662 | |
Selling, General & Administration Expenses | | (1,388 | ) | | | (615 | ) | | | (458 | ) |
Depreciation | | (483 | ) | | | (513 | ) | | | (207 | ) |
Operating (Loss) / Income | | (2,927 | ) | | | (1,410 | ) | | | 997 | |
Interest Income(net) | | 97 | | | | 49 | | | | 16 | |
Interest Expenses(net) | | (1,864 | ) | | | (1,524 | ) | | | (1,144 | ) |
Other Income | | 871 | | | | 516 | | | | 532 | |
Net operating (loss) / income before income taxes | | (3,823 | ) | | | (2,369 | ) | | | 401 | |
Income Tax Income | | 515 | | | | 67 | | | | 140 | |
Fringe Benefit Tax Expense | | — | | | | (5 | ) | | | (5 | ) |
Net (Loss) / Income | | (3,308 | ) | | | (2,307 | ) | | | 536 | |
(Loss) / Earnings per Share | | | | | | | | | | | |
Basic and diluted | $ | (0.77 | ) | | $ | (0.54 | ) | | $ | 0.13 | |
Weighted average number of common shares outstanding: | | | | | | | | | | | |
Basic and diluted | | 4,287,500 | | | | 4,287,500 | | | | 4,287,500 | |
The accompanying notes form an integral part of the financial statements.
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STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS
(Amounts in Thousand US Dollars, except share data and as stated otherwise)
| Year Ended | | Year Ended | | Year Ended |
| March 31, | | March 31, | | March 31, |
| 2005 | | 2006 | | 2007 |
Cash flows from operating activities | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net (Loss) / Income | $ | (3,308 | ) | | $ | (2,307 | ) | | $ | 536 | |
Adjustments to reconcile net Income | | | | | | | | | | | |
to net cash from operating activities | | | | | | | | | | | |
Depreciation | | 483 | | | | 506 | | | | 207 | |
Deferred Tax (income) | | (651 | ) | | | (87 | ) | | | (192 | ) |
Loss on sale on property and equipment-net | | 382 | | | | 119 | | | | 3 | |
Loss on sale of Investment-net | | 313 | | | | | | | | — | |
Other non cash expenditure | | 64 | | | | 268 | | | | 219 | |
Changes in Assets and liabilities | | | | | | | | | | | |
Restricted cash | | (45 | ) | | | 279 | | | | 219 | |
Accounts Receivable | | (374 | ) | | | 1,010 | | | | 261 | |
Inventories | | 402 | | | | 274 | | | | 2,898 | |
Prepaid and other Assets | | 558 | | | | 385 | | | | — | |
Long term other assets | | 826 | | | | (134 | ) | | | (12 | ) |
Accounts Payable | | 226 | | | | (71 | ) | | | 937 | |
Advance from Customer | | 53 | | | | (978 | ) | | | (214 | ) |
Other liabilities | | 9 | | | | (21 | ) | | | 85 | |
Net cash (used in) provided by operating activities | | (1,062 | ) | | | (757 | ) | | | 4,947 | |
Cash flow from Investing Activities | | | | | | | | | | | |
Purchase of property and equipment | | (7 | ) | | | (4 | ) | | | (3 | ) |
Proceeds from sale of property and equipment | | — | | | | 433 | | | | 13 | |
Purchase of Investments | | — | | | | — | | | | — | |
Proceeds from Sale of Investments | | 148 | | | | 125 | | | | 401 | |
Net cash provided by Investing activities | | 141 | | | | 554 | | | | 411 | |
Cash flow from Financing Activities | | | | | | | | | | | |
Debts – net | | 907 | | | | 199 | | | | (4,275 | ) |
Net Cash provided by (used in) financing Activities | | 907 | | | | 199 | | | | (4,275 | ) |
Effect of exchange rate on cash equivalents | | (7 | ) | | | (9 | ) | | | 56 | |
Net (decrease) increase in cash and cash equivalents during the year | | (14 | ) | | | (4 | ) | | | 1,083 | |
Add: Balance at beginning of year | | 104 | | | | 82 | | | | 69 | |
Balance at end of the year | $ | 83 | | | $ | 69 | | | $ | 1,208 | |
The accompanying notes form an integral part of the financial statements
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STATEMENT OF SHAREHOLDER’S EQUITY
(Amounts in Thousand US Dollars, except per share data and as stated otherwise)
| | | Additional | | | | Accumulated other | | |
| CommonStock | | Paid in | | Retained | | Comprehensive | | |
| Shares | | Par value | | Capital | | Earnings | | Income/(Loss) | | Total |
Balance as of April 1, 2004 | 428,750 | | 988 | | 199 | | (869 | ) | | 2 | | | 320 | |
Net Loss for the period | — | | — | | — | | (3,308 | ) | | — | | | (3,308 | ) |
Loss on Foreign Currency | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Translation | — | | — | | — | | — | | | (44 | ) | | (44 | ) |
Balance as of March 31, 2005 | 428,750 | | 988 | | 199 | | (4,177 | ) | | (42 | ) | | (3,032 | ) |
Net Loss for the period | — | | — | | — | | (2,307 | ) | | — | | | (2,307 | ) |
Loss on Foreign Currency | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Translation | — | | — | | — | | — | | | (99 | ) | | (99 | ) |
Balance as of March 31, 2006 | 428,750 | | 988 | | 199 | | (6,484 | ) | | (141 | ) | | (5,438 | ) |
Net Income for the period | — | | — | | — | | 536 | | | — | | | 536 | |
Gain on Foreign Currency | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Translation | — | | — | | — | | — | | | 7 | | | 7 | |
Balance as of March 31, 2007 | 4,287,500 | | 988 | | 199 | | (5,948 | ) | | (134 | ) | | (4,895 | ) |
The accompanying notes form an integral part of the financial statements.
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NOTES TO CONDENSED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
Amounts in Thousand US Dollars, except share data and as stated otherwise
1. BACKGROUND
a) Incorporation and History:
Techni Bharathi Limited (“TBL”) was incorporated in the year 1982 by a team of enterprising technocrats who, inspired by the revolutionary ideas in the field, started pursuing the goal of becoming a world-class construction specialist. For TBL, the first decade was a period of learning. The TBL team worked vigorously on projects of moderate size, finding new ways to build without compromising on quality, designing innovative building methods and charting out cost-effective construction formulas.
The Year 1991 witnessed the company’s first foray into the strategic construction arena when Kudremukh Iron Ore Company Limited (a leading Government of India Company) assigned TBL for the construction of Lakhya Dam for a cost of US $ 2,750. Since then TBL is engaged in engineering construction contracts for national infrastructure development like highways, bridges, dams, hydro electric projects and rail roads.
b) Description of Business:
The various construction activities taken up by the company are given below:
- Roads and Bridges
- Mechanized Earthworks
- Hydro Electric Projects
- High Rise Building Complexes and Townships
- Dams and Tunnels
- Irrigation Projects
- Rail Road Construction
c) Industry Overview
The size of the construction industry in India is over USD 28 billion, which accounts for more than 6% of the GDP. This industry is the largest employer in the country – almost 32 million people. The sector is riding on a high growth wave powered by the large spends on the on going infrastructure programs – evidenced all over the country in the form of new highways, dams, power plant and pipelines. The sectors contributing to the high growth rates are Power, Transport, Petroleum and urban Infrastructure.
According to Indian Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh, while addressing the Finance Ministers of ASEAN countries, at the Indo ASEAN Summit at New Delhi, has informed the august gathering that India needs USD 150 billion at the rate of USD 15 billion per annum for next 10 years. Out of these projections, India is getting FDI at the rate of USD 5 billion per annum. More than 50% of the FDI’s will be utilized for Infrastructure, Telecom, and Power among others.
As relates to roads, the Golden Quadrilateral is progressing well with an extent of approximately 4225 Miles followed up with north-south corridor of 12427 Miles. Besides, the Government is also planning to have East and West Coast corridors.
The Nodal Agencies – NHAI, NTPC, NHPC, and PGCL – have ambitious plans over the 10th and 11th Five Year Plans. (USD 81,438 million in the 10th Plan itself). The value of overseas projects, under execution by Indian Companies, is conservatively estimated to be around USD 4,176 million covering major markets being Malaysia, Middle East, and East Africa. The Industry is characterized by a large number of players – a trend mirrored even in larger and mature markets such as the US and Japan. No single company controls a very large share of the overall market.
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NOTES TO CONDENSED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
Amounts in Thousand US Dollars, except share data and as stated otherwise
The Infrastructure Budget of the Government for the 10th Plan (FY 02-07) is as under:
(USD in Millions) |
Sector | | FY20 01-04 | | FY20 04-07 |
Roads | | $ | 7,656.61 | | $ | 14,617.16 |
Power | | | 9,280.74 | | | 19,721.57 |
Oil & Gas | | | 8,816.70 | | | 15,313.22 |
Ports/ Airports/ Shipping | | | 2,088.16 | | | 3,712.29 |
Railways | | | 7,424.59 | | | 11,136.89 |
Telecom | | | 15,313.22 | | | 16,937.35 |
Total | | $ | 50,580.02 | | $ | 81,438.48 |
The Outlay for the Central Sector Roads alone is USD 12,642.69 million. The position of on-going Road Projects in India is as under:
| | | Total Value |
Funding Agency/Source | No. of Projects | | USD in Millions |
NHAI | 50 | | $ | 2,218.46 |
World Bank | 15 | | | 1,043.20 |
Asian Development Bank | 8 | | | 290.14 |
Annuity | 8 | | | 546.10 |
BOT | 7 | | | 768.90 |
Total | 88 | | $ | 4,866.80 |
d) Business
TBL has been in operations for more than two decades. The company has executed several engineering contracts all over the country. It is ultimately focused on executing Infrastructure. The company is promoted by Mr. V. C. Antony and his son Mr. Jortin Anthony.
TBL’s main objective is to establish a strong presence in the infrastructure projects such as Roads and highways, Earthen and Rock Fill Dam, Civil Works including tunneling in Hydro Electric Projects, Construction of Canals, Civil and structural works, Rail/Road construction, Airport Construction and Real Estate development. The company is particularly bidding for various NHAI projects and successfully completed the contracts with in time and cost estimates.
TBL is a closely held Public Limited Company incorporated under the Indian Companies Act, 1956 with shares being held by a group of individuals led by Mr. V C Anthony, Mr. Jortin Anthony and their associates. TBL participated in joint venture bidding which have been formed for the sole purpose of bidding, negotiating and completing specific projects. Till date TBL have entered into three Joint ventures namely Tantia-TBL joint venture, BEL-TBL joint venture and Valecha-TBL joint venture.
e) Risks and Threats
- The industry is highly governed by the political environment and economical policies prevalent within the country since significant portion of infrastructure spending originates from the Government. Any adverse change in the policies may slow down the Government’s commitment towards Infrastructure development.
- Competition:
Foreign Competition – The Government has opened the sector to foreign companies who can bid on projects on their own, or through joint ventures with domestic companies. This could create more competition in the future.
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NOTES TO CONDENSED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
Amounts in Thousand US Dollars, except share data and as stated otherwise
| | | Domestic Competition - The Company faces two types of competition in the domestic sector: |
| | | |
| (i) | | Competition from the local players in and around their state, typically this is applicable to low value contracts. |
| | | |
| (ii) | | Marketing / Business Development - Construction contracts for infrastructure in India are offered by the Government sector, Central Government and the State Governments. Funds for these are allocated through their budgetary support as well as through international and domestic financial institutions such as World Bank, Asian Development Bank, Japan Bank for International co-operation, Housing & Urban Development Corporation, National Bank for Agricultural & Rural Development, etc. In view of the nature of our market, the major sources of information of ensuing tenders for construction contracts are newspapers and government gazettes. In addition to these, construction contracts are also offered by the private sector. |
f) Strengths and Opportunities
- The Company is an integrated construction and infrastructure development company with front end civil engineering and design skills.
- The Company has project specific tie-ups and partnership with reputed national organizations in our sectors of operations.
- The Company has sufficient resources, technology and manpower skill sets. This enables us to pre-qualify for major works in India in public, private sector and international tenders.
- The Company has a diversified servicing capability, in terms of industry segment within the infrastructure industry. We have expertise in water management; wastewater drains, laying of power transmission lines, construction of railroads and airports.
- Indian Market - The Indian Infrastructure Sector is in a boom and all major infrastructure projects including roads through out the country, seaports and airports offer fast growing opportunities. Further opportunities in Railways, Irrigation and Hydropower projects etc. offer great opportunities.
2. SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES
a) Basis of preparation
The financial statements for the years ended March 31, 2004, 2005, 2006 and 2007 have been prepared in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America (‘US GAAP’). The significant accounting policies adopted by TBL, in respect of these financial statements, are set out below.
These Financial statements have been prepared in US Dollars (USD), the national currency of United States of America.
b) Foreign Currency Translation
The accompanying financial statements are reported in U.S. dollars. The Indian rupee is the functional currency of the Company. The translation of the functional currencies into U.S. dollars is performed for assets and liabilities using the exchange rates in effect at the balance sheet date and for revenues, costs and expenses using average exchange rates prevailing during the reporting periods. Adjustments resulting from the translation of functional currency financial statements to reporting currency are accumulated and reported as other comprehensive income/ (loss), a separate component of shareholders’ equity.
Transactions in foreign currency are recorded at the exchange rate prevailing on the date of transaction. Monetary assets and liabilities denominated in foreign currencies are expressed in the functional currency at the exchange rates in effect at the balance sheet date. Revenues, costs and expenses are recorded using exchange rates
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NOTES TO CONDENSED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
Amounts in Thousand US Dollars, except share data and as stated otherwise
prevailing on the date of transaction. Gains or losses resulting from foreign currency transactions are included in the statement of income. Share Capital issued has been recorded at historical rates whereas those existing on March 31, 2004 have been translates at the rates prevailing on that date.
The exchange rates used for translation purposes are as under:
Year | | Month end Average Rate (P&L rate) | | Year end rate (Balance sheet rate) |
2004-05 | | INR 44.85 per USD | | INR 43.62 per USD |
2005-06 | | INR 44.18 per USD | | INR 44.48 per USD |
2006-07 | | INR 45.11 per USD | | INR 43.10 per USD |
c) Revenue Recognition
For Revenue from construction contracts, we recognize revenue on construction type of contracts using the percentage of completion method of accounting where by revenue is recognized as performance under contract progresses. The Company has also made requisite adjustments in the recognized revenues under Indian GAAP (IGAAP) in order to ensure conformity with the provisions of SOP 81-1. All infrastructure contracts of TBL are in the nature of item rate contracts, where there is a Bill of Quantity (BOQ) and item rate prescribed for each activity done. As on closing date of all individual activities of the BOQ executed are jointly measured and valued at the item quoted rate. Accordingly, percentage of completion is determined in terms of the proportion of value added (the contract value of total work performed to date) to the total contract value.
d) Use of estimates
The preparation of financial statements in conformity with US GAAP requires the use of management estimates and assumptions that affect the amounts reported. These estimates are based on historical experience and information that is available to management about current events and actions that the Company may take in the future. Significant items subject to estimates and assumptions include revenue recognition, the useful lives and the evaluation of impairment of property and equipment, the income tax, the contingencies and the provision for impairment of receivables and advances. Actual results could differ from these estimates.
Estimated losses on uncompleted contracts and changes in contract estimates
The Company records the provisions for estimated losses on uncompleted contracts in the period in which such losses are identified. The cumulative effects of revisions to contract revenue and estimated completion costs are recorded in the accounting period in which the amounts became evident and can be reasonably estimated. These revisions mayinteraliainclude such items as the effects of change orders, claims, warranty claims, liquidated damages or other contractual penalties, adjustments for audit findings on government contracts and contract closeout settlements.
e) Intentionally kept Blank
f) Restricted Cash and Cash Equivalents
The components of item are as follows:
- Fixed Deposit with various banks in order to obtain Bank Guarantees
- Margin Money Deposit for Letter of Credit
Restricted Cash has been deposited into bank with specified period of time. Specified period is based on estimated time taken by each project. The classification of restricted cash into current and non-current is determined based on maturity date of the deposit.
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Amounts in Thousand US Dollars, except share data and as stated otherwise
g) Cash and Cash Equivalents
The components of item are as follows:
- Cash-in-hand
- Bank balance of Current Accounts
- Highly liquid investments which has maturity period less than 90 days and maturity value will not be affected significantly in accordance with interest rate changes.
h) Accounts receivable
Accounts receivables are recorded at the invoiced amount. Account balances are written off when the company believes that the receivables will not be recovered. The company’s bad debts are included in selling and general administrative expenses.
i) Investments
Investments are initially measured at cost, which is the fair value of the consideration given for them, including transaction costs.
Techni Soft India Ltd (TSIL) was a subsidiary of TBL for the year 2003-04, 2004-05 & 2005-06. Another company by name Techni Soft Inc, USA (TSA) is a subsidiary of TSIL and thus, TSA was a subsidiary of TBL till 2006-07.
In the year 2006-07, investment in the TSIL were fully realized and on account of the fact that there were no significant activity in TSIL and also on account of the fact that the entire investment in TSIL stands realized in 2006-07, the accounts of TSIL have not consolidated with TBL.
j) Inventories
Inventories consist primarily of construction materials and trading goods valued at lower of Cost or Market value.
The following are major items of inventory
- Work-in-progress- construction
- Work-in-progress- Real Estate
- Construction materials
- Scraps
The cost of the above mentioned items are valued on the following basis:
Construction materials are valued at weight average procurement cost which includes purchase price, fright inward and insurance charges on transportation if applicable. Work-in-progress is valued by cost incurred to that work and apportioned overheads to that project. Construction materials and scraps are valued at FIFO (“First In First Out”) basis. Work-in-progress of real estate is valued at cost or net realizable value, whichever is less.
k) Property and equipment
Property and equipment are stated at cost less accumulated depreciation. Depreciation of computers, construction, scrap processing and other equipments, buildings and other assets are provided based on the Straight-line method over useful life of the assets.
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Amounts in Thousand US Dollars, except share data and as stated otherwise
The value of plant and equipment that are capitalized include the acquisition price and other direct attributable expenses.
The estimated useful life of various categories of assets has been considered as under:
Category | | Useful Life (years) |
Building (Flat) | | 25 |
Plant and Machinery | | 20 |
Computer Equipment | | 3 |
Office Equipment | | 5 |
Furniture and Fixtures | | 5 |
Vehicles | | 5 |
Leasehold Improvements | | Over the period of lease or useful life (if less) |
Upon disposition, cost and related accumulated depreciation of the Property and equipment are removed from the accounts and the gain or loss is reflected in the results of operation.
Cost of additions and substantial improvements to property and equipment are capitalized in the books of accounts. The cost of maintenance and repairs of the property and equipment are charged to operating expenses.
l) Asset retirement obligations
Asset retirement obligations associated with the Company’s leasehold land are subject to the provisions of FAS No. 143 “Accounting for Asset Retirement Obligations” and related interpretation, FIN No. 47, “Accounting for Conditional Asset Retirement Obligations, an interpretation of FASB Statement No. 143” . The lease agreements entered into by the Company may contain clauses requiring restoration of the leased site at the end of the lease term and therefore create asset retirement obligations. The Company records the fair value of a liability for an asset retirement obligation in the period in which it is incurred and capitalizes the cost by increasing the carrying amount of the related long-lived asset. Over time, the liability is accreted to its present value of each period, and the capitalized cost is depreciated over the estimated useful life of the related asset. Upon settlement of the liability, the Company either settles the obligation for its recorded amount or incurs a gain or loss upon settlement.
m) Foreign currency transactions
Monetary assets and liabilities denominated in foreign currencies are expressed in the functional currency Indian Rupees at the rates of exchange in effect at the balance sheet date. Transactions in foreign currencies are recorded at rates ruling on the transaction dates. Gains or losses resulting from foreign currency transactions are included in the statement of operations.
n) Operating leases
Lease payments under operating leases are recognized as an expense on a straight-line basis over the lease term.
o) Capital leases
Assets acquired under capital leases are capitalized as assets by the Group at the lower of the fair value of the leased property or the present value of the related lease payments or where applicable, the estimated fair value of such assets. Amortization of leased assets is computed on straight line basis over the useful life of the assets. Amortization charge for capital leases is included in depreciation expense.
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NOTES TO CONDENSED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
Amounts in Thousand US Dollars, except share data and as stated otherwise
p) Impairment of long-lived assets
The Company reviews its long-lived assets, including identifiable assets with finite lives, for impairment whenever events or changes in business circumstances indicate that the carrying amount of assets may not be fully recoverable. Such circumstances include, though are not limited to, significant or sustained declines in revenues or earnings and material adverse changes in the economic climate. For assets that the Company intends to hold for use, if the total of the expected future undiscounted cash flows produced by the assets or asset Company is less than the carrying amount of the assets, a loss is recognized for the difference between the fair value and carrying value of the assets. For assets the Company intends to dispose of by sale, a loss is recognized for the amount by which the estimated fair value less cost to sell is less than the carrying value of the assets. Fair value is determined based on quoted market prices, if available, or other valuation techniques including discounted future net cash flows.
q) Borrowing costs
(i) Capitalized interest
The interest cost incurred for funding a qualifying asset during the construction period is capitalized based on actual investment in the asset at the average interest rate. The capitalized interest is included in the cost of the relevant asset and is depreciated over the estimated useful life of the asset.
(ii) Debt issue expenses
The Company defers and amortizes debt issue expenses over the term of the related borrowing based on the effective interest method.
r) Provision for Warranties and Liquidated Damages
The company recognizes warranty claims and liquidated damages as and when they are probable/ incurred. The company did not have any material warranty claims in 2005 and 2006. The liquidated damages recognized during year ended March 31, 2007 is US $ 119. The liquidated damages are included in selling, and general and administrative expenses.
s) Retirement Benefits to employees
(i) Gratuity
In accordance with the Payment of Gratuity Act, 1972, TBL provides for gratuity under a defined contribution plan covering eligible employees of TBL. Liabilities with regard to the Gratuity plan have not been provided for on Actuarial Basis . The Gratuity plan provides a lump-sum payment to vested employees at retirement, death, incapacitation or termination of employment, of an amount based on the respective employee’s salary and tenure of the employment.
(ii) Provident Fund
Eligible employees of TBL receive benefits from a provident fund, which is a defined contribution plan. Both the employees and the company make monthly contributions to the provident fund plan equal to a specified percentage of the covered employee’s salary. The company deposits contributions to the Government administrated provident fund. The rate at which the annual interest is payable to the beneficiaries by the fund is administrated by the Indian Government.
The Company has no further obligations under this plan beyond its monthly contributions.
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NOTES TO CONDENSED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
Amounts in Thousand US Dollars, except share data and as stated otherwise
(iii) Compensated absences
The employees of the Company are entitled to compensate absences based on the unavailed leave balance and the last drawn salary of the respective employees. The Company has provided for the liability on account of compensated absences in accordance with FAS No. 43, “Accounting for Compensated Absences”.
t) Income Taxes
Income Taxes are accounted using the asset and liability method . Deferred income tax assets and liabilities are recognized for future tax consequences attributable to differences between the financial statement carrying amounts of existing assets and liabilities, and the respective tax bases. Deferred tax assets and liabilities are measured using enacted tax rates expected to apply to taxable income in the years on which those temporary differences are expected to be recovered or settled. The effect on deferred tax assets and liabilities of a change in tax rates is recognized in the statement of operations in the period in which the change is enacted. Based on management’s judgment, the measurement of deferred tax assets is reduced, if necessary, by a valuation allowance for any tax benefits for which it is more likely than not that some portion or all of such benefits will not be realized. Tax credits are generally recognized in the year they arise.
u) Pre-operating costs
Pre-operating costs represent certain marketing and administrative expenses incurred prior to the commencement of commercial operations of the new circles. These costs are expensed as incurred.
v) Earnings per share
In accordance with FAS 128, “Earnings Per Share”, a basic earnings per equity share is computed using the weighted average number of equity shares outstanding during the period. Diluted earnings per equity share are computed using the weighted average number of common and dilutive common equivalent equity shares outstanding during the period except where the result would be anti-dilutive.
w) Recent accounting pronouncements
In May 2005, the FASB issued FAS No. 154, “Accounting Changes and Error Corrections-a replacement of APB Opinion No. 20 and FASB Statement No. 3” (FAS 154). This Statement replaces APB Opinion No. 20, “Accounting Changes,” and FASB Statement No. 3, “Reporting Accounting Changes in Interim Financial Statements.” This Statement requires retrospective application to prior periods’ financial statements for changes in accounting principle, unless it is impractical to determine either the period-specific effects or the cumulative effect of the change. FAS 154 also requires that a change in depreciation, amortization, or depletion method for long, non-financial assets be accounted for as a change in accounting estimate effected by a change in accounting principle. The Company adopted FAS 154 for accounting changes and corrections of errors made after the adoption date. The adoption of the provisions of FAS 154 did not have an impact on the Company’s financial statements.
In September 2006, the Securities and Exchange Commission (‘SEC’) staff issued Staff Accounting Bulletin No. 108, “Considering the Effects of Prior Year Misstatements when Quantifying Misstatements in Current Year Financial Statements” (‘SAB 108’). SAB 108 provides guidance on how prior year misstatements should be taken into consideration when quantifying misstatements in current year financial statements for purposes of determining whether the current year’s financial statements are materially misstated. The provisions of SAB 108 are required to be applied by registrants in their annual financial statements covering fiscal years ending on or before November 15, 2007. The adoption of the provisions of SAB 108 did not have an impact on the Company’s financial statements.
In June 2006, the FASB issued FASB Interpretation No. 48, “Accounting for Uncertainty in Income Taxes—an interpretation of FASB Statement No. 109” (FIN 48). FIN 48 clarifies the accounting and reporting for uncertainties in income tax law. This Interpretation prescribes a comprehensive model for the financial statement recognition, measurement, presentation and disclosure of uncertain tax positions taken or expected to be taken in income tax
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NOTES TO CONDENSED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
Amounts in Thousand US Dollars, except share data and as stated otherwise
returns. The provisions of FIN 48 will be applied beginning in the first quarter of 2008 (i.e. from April 1, 2008), with the cumulative effect of the change in accounting principle recorded as an adjustment to retained earnings. The Company is currently assessing the impact of the adoption of this Interpretation on its financial statements.
x) Reclassification
Certain items previously reported in specific captions of the financial statements have been reclassified to conform to the current year’s presentation.
3. SHAREHOLDERS STOCK
On January 15, 2007, the company split its common stock from par value INR 100 per share (equivalent to $2.32 per share at a conversion of INR 43.10 per USD) to par value of INR 10 per share (equivalent to $.0232 per share) and increased its authorized capital to total limit of 15 million common stock of par value INR 10 per share. This resulted in an increase of issued and outstanding common stock from 428,750 shares of par value INR 100 per share to 4,287,500 shares of par value INR 10 per share.
On March 30, 2007, the company restructured its authorized common stock to eight million equity stock of par value INR 10 per share and seven million of preference stock with par value INR 10 per share. All the relevant filings along with fees have been made with the Registrar of Companies on April 15, 2007.
| March 31, 2006 | | March 31, 2007 |
Authorized Common Stock | 500,000 shares of INR 100 | | 8,000,000 shares of |
| per share | | INR 10 per share |
Issued and Outstanding Common Stock | 428,750 shares of INR 100 | | 4,287,500 shares of INR |
| per share | | 10 per share |
Authorized preference stock | — | | 7,000,000 of INR 10 per |
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Issued and Outstanding Preference stock | — | | — |
4. PROPERTY AND EQUIPMENT
The Cost, Depreciation to date and the Net value of Assets of the company are as under:
As at | March 31, 2006 | | March 31, 2007 |
Land | 2 | | | 2 | |
Building (Apartment) | 22 | | | 23 | |
Machineries & Equipment | 4,045 | | | 4,177 | |
Furniture & Fixtures | 72 | | | 75 | |
Vehicles | 699 | | | 698 | |
Total | 4,840 | | | 4,975 | |
Less: Accumulated Depreciation | 2,423 | | | 2,710 | |
Net | 2,417 | | | 2,265 | |
5. INCOME TAXES
The Company accounted for the deferred tax assets and liabilities as of March 31 2005, 2006 and 2007, on the temporary differences.
Unabsorbed depreciation represented depreciation in excess of the currently deductible amounts that could be carried forward and utilized as tax deductions in future periods.
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NOTES TO CONDENSED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
Amounts in Thousand US Dollars, except share data and as stated otherwise
6. SHORT TERM BORROWINGS & CURRENT PORTION OF LONG-TERM DEBT
| As of | | As of |
Particulars | March 31, 2006 | | March 31, 2007 |
Secured | | | |
Cash Credit Loan & WCTL from Bank | 8,125 | | 6,079 |
Total | 8,125 | | 6,079 |
The above secured by hypothecation of materials/stock of spares, WIP and Receivables in addition to personal guarantee of three directors & collaterally secured by mortgage of company’s land & other immovable properties of directors and their relatives. The Average Rate of Interest on the above said loan is 13.54%
7. EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
| As of | | As of |
Particulars | March 31, 2006 | | March 31, 2007 |
Earned leave | 17 | | 11 |
Provident Fund | (1) | | 13 |
Gratuity | 23 | | 34 |
Total | 39 | | 58 |
8. LONG TERM DEBTS
As at | March 31, 2006 | | March 31, 2007 |
Term loan | 1,644 | | 1,656 |
Loan for assets purchased under Capital lease | 582 | | — |
Unsecured Loan – Directors | 205 | | 1 |
Unsecured Loan – Others | 1,225 | | 676 |
Total | 3,656 | | 2,333 |
Hire Purchase Loan is secured by hypothecation of machineries and vehicles and collaterally secured by deposit of title deeds of land
9. DIVIDENDS
Final dividends proposed by the Board of Directors will be payable when formally declared by the shareholders, who have the right to decrease but not increase the amount of the dividend recommended by the Board of Directors. Interim dividends will be declared by the Board of Directors without the need for shareholders’ approval.
Dividends payable to equity shareholders will be based on the net income available for distribution as reported in the Company’s financial statements prepared in accordance with Indian GAAP. Dividends can only be declared and paid in Indian Rupees and/or converted into foreign currency for an equivalent amount in cases where dividend is permitted to be repatriated.
Under the Indian Companies Act 1956, dividends may be paid out of the profits of a company in the year in which the dividend is declared or out of the undistributed profits of previous fiscal years. Before declaring a dividend greater than 10% of the par value of its equity shares, a company is required to transfer to its reserves a minimum percentage of its profits for that year, ranging from 2.5% to 10 %, depending on the dividend percentage to be declared in such year. Dividends can be distributed out of the general reserve in case of a loss or inadequacy of current distributable profits. Presently, the Company is required to pay dividend tax on the total amount of the dividend declared, distributed or paid at the specified tax rate including surcharge (Applicable tax rate is 16.99% as at March 07).
The Company has not paid any dividends from the year 2004 through March 31, 2007.
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Amounts in Thousand US Dollars, except share data and as stated otherwise
10. INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK
11. RELATED PARTY TRANSACTIONS DISCLOSURE
List of Related Parties
Key Management Personal
V C Anthony – Executive Chairman
Jortin Anthony - Managing Director
Associate Companies
Bhagheeratha Engineering Limited
Kairali Orchids Private Limited
Bhagheeratha Electricals & Structurals Limited
Related Party Transactions:
Financial Year 2004-05:
Transactions | Key Management personnel | | Associate Companies |
Contract Income | Zero | | 208 |
Investment | Zero | | 23 |
Managerial Remuneration | 16 | | Zero |
Outstanding as on 31-03-2005:
| Key Management personnel | | Associate Companies |
Payables | Zero | | 71 |
Financial Year 2005-06:
Techni Soft India Limited was paid USD 2 by TBL. Amount outstanding at end of the year was USD 102.
Financial Year 2006-07:
TBL has given advance to M/s Bhagheeratha Engineering limited amounting to USD 147 in which Directors are interested. The company has also mortgaged 1.44 Acres of its land as security for a loan taken by M/s Bhagheeratha Engineering Limited in which Director is interested.
12. SEGMENT INFORMATION
The Company follows the provisions of SFAS No 131 “Disclosure about Segments of an Enterprise and Related Information”. SFAS No 131 establishes standards for reporting information regarding operating segments in annual financial statements and requires selected information for those segments to be presented in interim financial reports issued to stockholders. The Company operates in a single infrastructure construction segment.
13. COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES
The company has to observe the laws, government orders and regulations of the state in which they operate. A number of them are currently involved in administrative proceedings arising out of the normal conduct of their business. In the opinion of management, however, the outcome of these actions will not materially affect the financial position, result of operations or cash flow.
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Amounts in Thousand US Dollars, except share data and as stated otherwise
Commitments
a) Capital commitments
The estimated amount of contracts remaining to be executed on capital account not provided for as on March 31, 2004, March 31, 2005, March 31, 2006, March 31, 2007 are USD zero.
b) Guarantees
The Company had outstanding financial / performance bank guarantees of USD 7402, USD 7451, USD 4783 and USD 3804 as of March 31, 2004, March 31, 2005, March 31, 2006 and March 31, 2007.
Contingencies
The Company is contingently liable to pay US $ 4 towards interest and penalty towards Provident Dues as per the orders of the competent authorities.
14. EARNINGS PER SHARE
Presently the Company has no agreement/transactions to be considered as dilutive for the purpose of above computation of diluted earnings per share.
15. CONCENTRATION OF CREDIT RISK
The Company is concentrated on projects undertaken by government and government enterprises.
Company’s business therefore requires that we continue to maintain pre-qualified status with key clients and that we are not disqualified from future projects that these clients may award. Company’s major clients vary from period to period depending on the demand and the completion schedule of projects. The loss of a significant client or a number of significant clients or projects from such clients for any reason, including as a result of disqualification or dispute, may have an adverse effect on Company’s results of operations.
16. VENDOR RISK
The Company is significantly affected by the availability, cost and quality of the raw material bought out items and fuel, which we need to construct and develop Company’s projects. The prices and supply of raw materials, bought out items and fuel depend on factors not under Company’s control, including general economic conditions, competition, production levels, transportation costs and import duties. Although we generally provide for price contingencies in Company’s contracts to limit Company’s exposure, if, for any reason, Company’s primary suppliers of raw materials, bought out items and fuel should curtail or discontinue their delivery of such materials to us in the quantities we need or at prices that are competitive or expected by us, Company’s ability to meet Company’s material requirements for our projects could be impaired, Company’s construction schedules could be disrupted, or Company’s earnings and business could suffer. Additionally, we rely on manufacturers and other suppliers and do not have control over the quality of products they supply, which may adversely affect the quality and workmanship of Company’s projects.
17. SUBSEQUENT EVENTS
The Company has signed a Letter of Intent with India Globalization Capital, Inc. (USA), (“IGC”), dated 5th September 2007 to accept investment through its subsidiary IGC (Mauritius) by allotment of new equity shares leading to post investment ownership of approximately 74% by IGC and or its assignee. On September 16, 2007 the Company signed a Share Subscription Agreement with IGC to 1) agree to the sale of the convertible preference stock held by Odeon, 2) the subscription of shares and 3) sell a convertible preference stock instrument.
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Annex A
SHARE SUBSCRIPTION CUM PURCHASE AGREEMENT AMONG INDIA GLOBALIZATION
CAPITAL, INC. AND SRICON INFRASTRUCTURE PRIVATE LIMITED AND THE PROMOTERS
SHARE SUBSCRIPTION CUM PURCHASE AGREEMENT
THIS SHARE SUBSCRIPTION CUM PURCHASE AGREEMENT (this “Agreement”) is made as on this 15th day of September 2007BETWEEN:
INDIA GLOBALIZATION CAPITAL, INC. a company organised under the laws of the State of Maryland and having its office address at 4336 Montgomery Avenue Bethesda, MD 20814 (hereinafter referred to as “Investor”, which expression shall, unless it be repugnant to the context or meaning thereof, be deemed to mean and include its successors and assigns) of theFIRST PART;
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SRICON INFRASTRUCTURE PRIVATE LIMITED, a company incorporated under the Indian Companies Act, 1956, having its registered office at Sricon House 25, Pragati Layout, Rajeev Nagar, Nagpur, India (hereinafter referred to as “Company” which expression shall, unless repugnant to the context or meaning thereof, be deemed to mean and include its successors) of the SECOND PART;
AND
THE PERSONS whose names and addresses are set out in Schedule 1 hereto (hereinafter referred to as “Promoters”, which expression shall, unless repugnant to the context or meaning thereof, be deemed to mean and include their heirs, legal representatives, executors, and administrators) of theTHIRDPART.
WHEREAS:
A. | | The Company isinter aliaengaged in the business of infrastructure development specialising in construction of roads (the “Business” ); |
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B. | | The Investor is currently engaged in making investments in India especially in sectors such as power, infrastructure, etc. and wishes to make a foray into the Business; |
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C. | | The Company has, at the date of this Agreement, an authorised share capital of INR 3,00,00,000 consisting of 30,00,000 equity shares of par value INR 10 each. As of date 2932159 Equity Shares have been issued and are held by the persons in the number and proportion as set out inSchedule 2; |
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D. | | The Promoters have requested the Investor and the Investor proposes to invest in the Company in accordance with the terms and subject to the conditions of this Agreement; |
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E. | | The Promoters are the existing shareholders of the Company as indicated in Schedule 2, and Mr. R. L. Srivastava is the legal and beneficial owner of 351,840 shares as set forth in Annexure 1 (the “Sale Shares”). The Investor wishes to acquire the Sale Shares of the Company from Mr. R. L. Srivastava; |
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F. | | The Parties hereto wish to record in the manner herein mentioned the terms and conditions on which the Investor shall acquire and Mr. R. L. Srivastava shall sell the Sale Shares of the Company to the Investor and the Investor shall subscribe to the Equity Shares of the Company. |
NOW THEREFORE, IN CONSIDERATION OF THE MUTUAL COVENANTS AND PROMISES CONTAINED HEREIN AND OTHER GOOD AND VALUABLE CONSIDERATION THE ADEQUACY OF WHICH IS HEREBY ACKNOWLEDGED, IT IS HEREBY AGREED BY AND BETWEEN THE PARTIES HERETO AND THIS AGREEMENT WITNESSETH AS UNDER:
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1. | DEFINITIONS AND INTERPRETATION |
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| In this Agreement, except to the extent that the context requires otherwise the following terms shall have the meanings set forth below, such meanings to be applicable to both the singular and the plural forms of such terms: |
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| | (a) | ‘Act’shall mean the Indian Companies Act, 1956 and any amendment thereto or any other succeeding enactment for the time being in force. |
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| | (b) | ‘Affiliate’means when used in respect of a specified legal person, each legal person that directly or indirectly through one or more intermediaries, controls or is controlled by, or is under common control with the person specified. In this definition “control” (and its derivatives) means both (i) holding beneficially more than fifty per cent (50%) of equity interests and (ii) the ability to cast more than fifty (50%)per cent of the voting rights attaching to voting securities or (iii) power to direct the management or policies of such entity by contract or otherwise. The term ‘Affiliate’, when used in respect of an individual party mean such party’s Relative as defined in section 6 of the Act. |
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| | (c) | ‘Agreement’shall mean this Share Subscription cum Purchase Agreement, as from time to time amended, supplemented or replaced or otherwise modified and any document which amends, supplements, replaces or otherwise modifies this Agreement, together with the recitals and all the Annexes, Appendices and Schedules attached hereto. |
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| | (d) | “Applicable Law”shall mean all applicable laws, statutes, ordinances, regulations, rules, orders, bye laws, administrative interpretation, writ, injunction, directive, protocols, codes, policies, notices, directions, judgment or decree or other instrument or other requirements of any Governmental Authority in any relevant jurisdiction applicable to any Party from time to time. |
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| | (e) | ‘Articles’means the Articles of Association of the Company to be duly amended to reflect the terms of the Shareholders Agreement (as from time to time amended, modified or supplemented in accordance with the provisions thereof) to the extent permitted under law. |
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| | (f) | ‘Authorised Dealer’shall mean Allahabad Bank, Manishnagar Branch, Somalwada Branch, Wardha Road, Nagpur - 25. |
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| | (g) | ‘Audited Accounts’means, the Company’s audited accounts as at March 31, 2007 for the financial year ended March 31, 2007. |
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| | (h) | ‘Board’shall mean the board of directors of the Company. |
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| | (i) | ‘Claim’includes any notice, demand, assessment, letter or other document issued or action taken by any tax, fiscal or other statutory or governmental authority, body or official whatsoever (whether of India or elsewhere in the world) whereby the Company is or may be placed or sought to be placed under a liability to make a payment or deprived of any relief, allowance, credit or repayment otherwise available. |
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| | (j) | ‘Completion’shall mean completion of the events specified inClause4.3below and the Investor being registered as a member in respect of the Subscription Shares and the Sale Shares in the register of members of Company. |
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| | (k) | ‘Completion Date’shall mean date mentioned inClause4.3hereof. |
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| | (l) | ‘Conditions Precedent’shall mean the conditions precedent mentioned inClause 3of this Agreement. |
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| | (p) | ‘INR’means the lawful currency of India. |
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| | (q) | ‘Intellectual Property’shall mean all forms of intellectual property rights subsisting under any law or equity and all analogous rights subsisting under the laws of all jurisdictions and shall include any product or process of the human intellect whether registrable as patents, trade marks, copyrights, designs or otherwise such as an invention, or derivative works of the same expression or literary creation, unique name, trade secret, business method, database, industrial process, computer program, source code, process, presentation, etc. |
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| | (r) | ‘Issue Price’means the price of Rs. 254.84 per Subscription Share. |
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| | (s) | ‘Liabilities’means any and all contingent, current, deferred or long-term liabilities, obligations, payables, forms of taxation whether of India or elsewhere in the world, past, present and deferred (including, without limitation, income tax, stamp duty, customs and other import or export duties) and all other statutory or governmental impositions, duties and levies and all penalties, charges, costs and interest relating to any Claim. |
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| | (t) | ‘Memorandum’means the Memorandum of Association of the Company. |
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| | (u) | ‘Party’shall mean the Investor, the Promoters or the Company referred to individually and‘Parties’shall mean the Investor, the Promoters and the Company referred to collectively. |
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| | (v) | ‘Person’shall include an individual, an association, a corporation, a partnership, a joint venture, a trust, an unincorporated organisation, a joint stock company or other entity or organisation, including a government or political subdivision, or an agency or instrumentality thereof and/or any other legal entity. |
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| | (w) | ‘Representations and Warranties’shall mean the representations and warranties given by the Company and/or the Promoters in this Agreement, in particularClause 5hereto. |
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| | (x) | ‘Sale Shares’shall mean 351840 Shares, held by Mr. R. L. Srivastava, free from Encumbrances, as specified inAnnexure 1hereto representing 12% of the total issued and paid up share capital of the Company on Completion. |
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| | (y) | ‘Sale Consideration’means an aggregate amount of Rs. 12,00,00,000 [Rs. Twelve crores only] to be paid by the Investor for purchase of the Sale Shares. |
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| | (z) | ‘Securities’means, with respect to any person, such person’s equity capital, registered capital, joint venture or other ownership interests (including, without limitation, in the case of the Company, shares) or any options, warrants, loans or other securities that are directly or indirectly convertible into, at or exercisable or exchangeable for, at the sole option of such person, such equity capital, registered capital, joint venture or other ownership interests (whether or not such Derivative Securities are issued by such person). |
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| | (aa) | ‘Shares’or “Equity Shares” shall mean the equity shares of Company. |
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| | (bb) | ‘Shareholder’or‘Shareholders’shall mean any Person who holds any Shares. |
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| | (cc) | ‘Shareholders Agreement’means the agreement of even date entered into between the Promoters, the Company, the Investor in relation to the management and governance of the Company on the terms and conditions mentioned therein. |
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| | (dd) | ‘Subscription Shares’mean 4041676 Equity Shares proposed to be issued by the Company to the Investor at the Issue Price, which would upon such issue entitle the Investor to 51 % of the post issue share capital of the Company on a Fully Diluted Basis at the Completion Date. |
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| | (ee) | ‘Subscription Price’means an aggregate amount of Rs. 103,00,00,000 [Rs. One Hundred and Three crores only] to be paid by the Investor for subscription to the Subscription Shares. |
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| | (ff) | ‘Tax’or collectively‘Taxes’shall mean (i) any and all taxes imposed by any governmental body, assessments and other governmental charges, duties, impositions and liabilities, including sales tax, excise duties, service tax, wealth tax, dividend tax, value added tax, other taxes based upon or measured by gross receipts, income, profits, use and occupation, ad valorem, transfer, franchise, withholding, payroll, employment and property taxes, together with all interest, penalties and additions imposed with respect to such amounts; (ii) any liability for the payment of any amounts of the type described in clause (i) as a result of being or ceasing to be a member of an affiliated, consolidated, combined or unitary group for any period; and (iii) any liability for the payment of any amounts of the type described in clause (i) or (ii) as a result of any express or implied obligation to indemnify any other Person or as a result of any obligations under any agreements or arrangements with any other Person with respect to such amounts and including any liability for taxes of a predecessor entity or a transferor. |
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| | (gg) | ‘Transaction Documents’shall mean any and all deeds, documents; letters executed or proposed to be executed between the Parties to achieve Completion, including this Agreement and the Shareholders Agreement. |
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| | (hh) | ‘Warrantors’means the Company and the Promoters and‘Warrantor’means any one of them. |
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| 1.2 | Other Defined Terms: |
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| | (i) | ‘Business Days’means the days on which the banks are open for business in Mumbai, India. |
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| | (ii) | ‘Dispute’ shall have the meaning as ascribed to it inClause 10.1of this Agreement. |
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| | (iii) | ‘Losses’shall have the meaning as ascribed to it inClause 6.1of this Agreement. |
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| 1.3 | Interpretation |
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| | 1.3.1 | The terms referred to in this Agreement shall, unless defined otherwise or inconsistent with the context or meaning thereof, bear the meaning ascribed to it under the relevant statute/legislation. |
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| | 1.3.2 | All references in this Agreement to statutory provisions shall be construed as meaning and including references to: |
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| | | (a) | Any statutory modification, consolidation or re-enactment (whether before or after the date of this Agreement) for the time being in force; |
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| | | (b) | All statutory instruments or orders made pursuant to a statutory provision; and |
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| | | (c) | any statutory provisions of which these statutory provisions are a consolidation, re-enactment or modification. |
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| | 1.3.3 | Words denoting the singular shall include the plural and words denoting any gender shall include all genders. |
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| | 1.3.4 | Headings to clauses, sub-clauses and paragraphs are for information only and shall not form part of the operative provisions of this Agreement or the Schedules and shall be ignored in construing the same. |
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| | 1.3.5 | References to recitals, clauses or schedules are, unless the context otherwise requires, are references to recitals, to clauses of or schedules to this Agreement. |
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| | 1.3.6 | Reference to days, months and years are to Gregorian days, months and calendar years respectively. |
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| | 1.3.7 | Any reference to the words “hereof,” “herein”, “hereto” and “hereunder” and words of similar import when used in this Agreement shall refer to clauses or annexures of this Agreement as specified therein. |
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| | 1.3.8 | Any expression importing a natural person includes any company, trust, partnership, joint venture, association, body corporate or governmental agency. |
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| | 1.3.9 | Where a word or phrase is given a defined meaning, another part of speech or other grammatical form in respect of that word or phrase has a corresponding meaning. |
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| | 1.3.10 | Reference to “Investor”, unless repugnant to the context shall for the purpose of this Agreement, mean and include the Affiliates of the Investor. |
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| | 1.5.11 | The words “include” and “including” shall be construed without limitation. |
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| | 1.5.12 | The rule of construction, if any, that a contract should be interpreted against the Party responsible for the drafting and preparation thereof, shall not apply to this Agreement. |
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2. | SUBSCRIPTION AND SALE ON COMPLETION DATE |
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| 2A. | SUBSCRIPTION ON COMPLETION DATE |
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| | 2.1 | Subject to the terms of this Agreement, and relying on the Representations and Warranties and the indemnities given by the Promoters and the Company under this Agreement, the Investor agrees on the Completion Date to subscribe for and the Company agrees to issue and allot to the Investor the Subscription Shares in consideration of the Subscription Price. |
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| | 2.2 | The Subscription Shares shall be issued free from all Encumbrances and together with all rights, title and interests now or hereafter attaching thereto. The Subscription Shares shall rankpari passuwith all the existing Shares of the Company. |
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| 2B. | SALE AND PURCHASE OF SALE SHARES |
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| | 2.1 | Subject to the terms of this Agreement, and relying on the Representations and Warranties and the indemnities given by the Promoters and the Company jointly and severally under this Agreement, Mr. R.L. Srivastava has agreed to sell, transfer or convey the Sale Shares and the Investor has agreed to purchase, acquire and accept the Sale Shares (together with all benefits and rights attaching thereto), free of all Encumbrances, for the Sale Consideration. |
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| | 2.2 | Mr. R.L. Srivastava shall be responsible for all taxes, levies and dues, including without limitation, income tax assessed, if any, paid or payable in connection with the sale, transfer or conveyance of Sale Shares. |
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| | 2.3 | Mr. R.L. Srivastava hereby waives any pre-emption rights he may have in relation to any of the Sale Shares under the Articles of Association of the Company or otherwise. |
3. | CONDITIONS PRECEDENT |
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| 3.1 | The Parties agree that the obligation of the Investor to subscribe to the Subscription Shares and to acquire the Sale Shares in the manner provided herein, is conditional upon (i) the fulfilment of the following conditions to the satisfaction of the Investor, unless specifically waived in writing by the Investor; and (ii) only if all the Representations and Warranties continue to be true and correct on the Completion Date: |
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| | 3.1.1 | The passing by the Board, in accordance with the Act and the Articles, of resolutions approving, initialling and authorizing: |
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| | | a) | the execution of the Transaction Documents and the performance of the transactions contemplated therein; |
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| | | b) | the draft of the amendments to the Memorandum and Articles of Association of the Company, to reflect, to the extent permitted by law, the provisions of the Shareholders Agreement, in the form approved by the Investor, subject to obtaining approval of the shareholders of the Company; |
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| | | c) | the issue of the Subscription Shares pursuant to the terms of this Agreement; |
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| | | d) | the in-principle approval to the sale of the Sale Shares; |
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| | 3.1.2 | Execution of the Shareholders Agreement; |
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| | 3.1.3 | Completion of a business, financial, accounting, tax, technical, legal and regulatory due diligence on the Company by the Investor and resolution of all issues arising therefrom to the satisfaction of the Investor on or before 45 Business Days from the date of this Agreement; |
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| | 3.1.4 | Mr. R.L. Srivastava signing a consent letter, in the form and content as specified inAnnexure II, consenting to the transfer of the Sale Shares to the Investor and the price at which such Sale Shares are proposed to be transferred to the Investor; |
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| | 3.1.5 | The Company providing to the Investor the shareholding pattern of Company (indicating the category wise equity participation of residents and non residents) after the proposed acquisition of Sale Shares by the Investor; and (ii) a certificate from a chartered accountant indicating the ‘fair value’ of the Shares calculated in accordance with the Guidelines for Valuation of Shares and Fixation of Premia (‘Pricing Guidelines’); |
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| | 3.1.6 | A resolution being passed at a duly constituted meeting of the board of directors of Investor and a resolution being passed at duly constituted meeting of the shareholders of the Investor, approving the subscription to the Subscription Shares and the purchase of the Sale Shares and the satisfaction of all other conditions for the Investor to effect a Business Combination as set forth in the Investor’s Prospectus dated March 3, 2006 as filed with the US Securities and Exchange Commission; |
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| | 3.1.7 | The Promoters obtaining written consents from all banks, financial institutions, lenders of the Company and all other third parties as may be required for change in shareholding of the Company in form and substance satisfactory to the Investor; |
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| | 3.1.8 | There shall not have been any change, effect or circumstance from the date hereof to the Completion Date, which has or may reasonably be expected to have an adverse effect on the Company, the Company’s prospects/profits/profitability/financial position/ financial condition/ operations/ businesses/ assets and/or the Business; |
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| | 3.1.9 | Providing details of the bank account of the Company maintained with the Authorised Dealer to the Investor for the purpose of receiving the Subscription Price under this Agreement; |
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| | 3.1.10 | Providing details of the bank account of Mr. R.L. Srivastava maintained with the Authorised Dealer to the Investor for the purpose of receiving the Sale Consideration under this Agreement; |
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| | 3.1.11 | The Parties obtaining all statutory consents and approvals required or desirable under any and all applicable laws and regulations (i) for the subscription, issue and allotment of the Subscription Shares pursuant to the terms of this Agreement; and (ii) to give effect to the transactions contemplated herein and under the Transaction Documents having been obtained and remaining in full force and effect; |
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| | 3.1.12 | Each of the Promoters delivering to the Investor a no-objection certificate in the form contained in Schedule 4 hereto and a no-objection certificate from the Company in the form contained in Schedule 4A hereto; |
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| | 3.1.13 | Investor receiving from the Promoters and the Company three year financial statements for the period ended March 31, 2007, March 31, 2006 and March 31, 2005 converted into US GAAP and audited by a Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (www.pcaob.com) and unaudited US GAAP financial statements for the period commencing April 1, 2007 and ending September 30, 2007 or as of such later period, which shall not be earlier than 7 days prior to the Completion Date. |
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| 3.2 | Upon fulfilment of the Conditions Precedent, the Promoters and the Company shall notify the Investor of the same in writing. |
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| 3.3 | If the Conditions Precedent mentioned inClause 3.1.3above is not fulfilled or satisfied to the satisfaction of the Investor or waived in writing by the Investor within 45 days of the date of this Agreement or such other date as may be mutually agreed between the Parties in writing, the Investor shall have the right to terminate this Agreement forthwith. The termination of this Agreement shall not in any way affect or prejudice any right accrued to any Party against the other prior to such termination. The Promoters however hereby confirm, undertake and agree, that they shall cause the Company to provide to the Investor and/or its advisors, all relevant information relating to the Company, including accounting, financial, tax, marketing, technical, human resources and legal information, whether or not requested by the Investor and/or its advisors, latest by the completion of 45 days from the date of this Agreement. The Promoters acknowledge and confirm that the Investor and/or its advisors shall be entitled to request for any information that they deem necessary and material in relation to the Company for the purpose of conducting the due diligence exercise. The Promoters shall provide full and complete access to the Investor and/or its advisors to all of the records, facilities, employees, suppliers and customers of the Company, along with answers and clarifications to questions raised by the Investor and/or its advisors and will cooperate fully with them in the completion of the due diligence exercise. The Parties acknowledge and confirm that the quantum and payment of the Subscription Price for the Subscription Shares and the Sale Consideration for the Sale Shares shall be subject to the satisfactory results of the due diligence exercise to be conducted by the Investor, at the sole satisfaction of the Investor and in the event, the Investor is not satisfied with the results of the due diligence exercise conducted by the Investor but has waived the requirement of the Condition Precedent mentioned inClause 3.1.3above, the Parties shall mutually agree on a revised Subscription Price and Sale Consideration. |
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| 3.4 | The Promoters and the Company undertake to use all best efforts to ensure that all the Conditions Precedent are satisfied as soon as possible and the Condition Precedent as mentioned inClause 3.1.3is satisfied no later than the date mentioned inClause 3.3above. |
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4. | COMPLETION |
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| 4.1 | The Promoters and the Company shall notify the Investor of the fulfilment of the Conditions Precedent and provide to the Investor, all the requisite documents evidencing fulfilment of such Conditions Precedent applicable to the Promoters and/or the Company. The Investor through its advisors/counsel shall then satisfy itself as to the fulfilment of the Conditions Precedent. The Investor shall notify the Promoters and the Company within 7 days from the date of receipt of all the documents/information from the Promoters of its satisfaction or dissatisfaction with the same or of waiving the fulfilment of any of the Conditions Precedent applicable to the Promoters and/or Company. |
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| 4.2 | In case the Investor notifies the Promoters or the Company of its dissatisfaction underClause 4.1above, the Promoters shall fulfil the unfulfilled Conditions Precedent within 7 days of receipt of such notice and shall provide to the Investor, all requisite documents evidencing fulfilment of that Condition Precedent. Subject to Clause 3.3 above, the procedure referred to inClause 4.1above shall be followed thereafter until the fulfilment of all Conditions Precedent applicable to the Promoters and/or Company, to the satisfaction of the Investor. |
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| 4.3 | Upon fulfilment of all the Conditions Precedent to the satisfaction of the Investor or if specifically waived in writing by the Investor, the Parties shall proceed to complete the issue of the Subscription Shares to the Investor and the sale of the Sale Shares to the Investor (‘Completion’) in the manner provided in this Clause. Such Completion shall take place on a date set by the Investor (the ‘Completion Date’), which date shall not be later than 15 days from the fulfilment of all the Conditions Precedent to the satisfaction of the Investor. This date may however be extended upon mutual agreement between the Parties. |
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| 4.4 | The Completion shall take place at the office of Economic Laws Practice, 1502 Dalamal Towers, Nariman Point, Mumbai - 400021. |
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| 4.5 | On the Completion Date, the Investor shall file Form FC-TRS, in quadruplicate with the Authorised Dealer along with the following documents: |
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| | 4.5.1 | All documents received by the Investor from Mr. R.L. Srivastava and/or the Company under Clauses 3.1.4 and 3.1.5 above; |
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| | 4.5.2 | Consent letter of the Investor agreeing to purchase the Sale Shares and indicating the Sale Consideration to be paid by the Investor for such purpose; and |
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| | 4.5.3 | An undertaking specifying that (i) the Investor is eligible to acquire the Sale Shares under the Foreign Direct Investment Policy of the Government of India from Indian resident shareholders; (ii) such acquisition is within the existing sectoral caps specified thereunder; and (iii) the price per Share is in compliance with the Pricing Guidelines. |
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| 4.6 | Immediately thereafter, Mr. R.L. Srivastava shall deliver the following documents to the Investor: |
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| | 4.6.1 | A certificate signed by Mr. R.L. Srivastava to the effect that the Representations and Warranties contained in this Agreement, continue to be true and correct as on the Completion Date with the same effect as though such Representations and Warranties had been made as of such date; |
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| | 4.6.2 | Original share certificates evidencing the Sale Shares (‘Sale Share Certificates’); and |
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| | 4.6.3 | The Share Transfer Forms duly stamped and executed by him. |
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| 4.7 | Upon filing Form FC-TRS with the Authorised Dealer and fulfilment of the provisions of Clause 4.5 above, the Investor shall remit the Sale Consideration, for further credit to the account of Mr. R.L. Srivastava as intimated to the Investor in accordance with Clause 3.1.10 hereof. All such payments to be made by Investor to Mr. R.L. Srivastava shall be subject to such withholdings/deductions of tax as may be required under the Applicable Laws. |
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| 4.8 | Immediately upon the Investor receiving the certificate annexed to Form FC-TRS from the Authorised Dealer, the Investor shall lodge the Share Transfer Forms and the Sale Share Certificates with the Company for transfer of the Sale Shares in the name of the Investor. The Company shall, upon receipt of the said documents from the Investor, do the following: |
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| | (i) | Immediately convene a meeting of the Board, wherein the Board shall pass the necessary resolutions: |
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| | | (a) | approving the transfer of the Sale Shares from Mr. R.L. Srivastava to the name of the Investor; and |
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| | | (b) | approving the Investor as a member of Company in respect of the Sale Shares and entering the name of the Investor in the register of members. |
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| | (ii) | Enter the name of the Investor as the legal and beneficial owner of the Sale Shares, free of all Encumbrances, in the register of members of Company; |
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| | (iii) | Make the necessary endorsements on the Sale Share Certificates, indicating the name of the Investor as the legal and beneficial owner of the Sale Shares evidenced thereunder; and |
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| | (iv) | Return the original Sale Share Certificates, duly endorsed in the name of the Investor, to the Investor or its authorised representative as it may direct. |
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| 4.9 | Upon satisfaction of the events referred to in Clause 4.8, the Company shall deliver or cause to be delivered to the Investor: |
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| | a) | certified true copies of the Board Resolutions referred to in clause 3.1.1; |
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| | | - no change, effect or circumstance has occurred, which has or may reasonably be expected to have an adverse effect on the Company, the Company’s prospects/profits/profitability/financial position/ financial condition/ operations/businesses/ assets and/or the operations/businesses and/or the Business; and
- the Representations and Warranties are true, accurate and complete and that it is not aware of any matter or thing which is in breach of or inconsistent with any of the Representations and Warranties;
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| | c) | the no-objection certificates referred to in clause 3.1.11. |
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| 4.10 | Immediately thereafter, a meeting of the Board shall be held at which, the Board shall pass resolutions: |
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| | (i) | approving the allotment of the Subscription Shares to the Investor with the corresponding certificates; |
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| | (ii) | approving the appointment of the directors, as specified by the Investor on the Board; and |
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| | (iii) | convening an extra-ordinary general meeting of the Company in accordance with the Articles of the Company to amend the Memorandum and Articles of the Company to incorporate the provisions of the Shareholders Agreement in the form approved by the Board under Clause 3.1.1(b) above. |
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| 4.11 | Immediately thereafter, a meeting of the shareholders shall be held at short notice, at which the following resolutions shall be passed: |
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| | (i) | approving the allotment of the Subscription Shares to the Investor; |
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| | (ii) | approving the amendments to the Memorandum and Articles of Association in the form approved by the Board under Clause 3.1.1(b). |
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| 4.12 | Immediately thereafter the Company shall (i) issue and deliver to the authorised representative of the Investor the original certificates duly stamped, signed and sealed for the Subscription Shares subscribed to by the Investor; and (ii) incorporate the name of the Investor as the legal and beneficial owner of the Subscription Shares in the register of members of the Company. |
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| 4.13 | Notwithstanding the above, on the Completion Date the Investor shall also have a right to review the books and accounts of the Company to verify to the satisfaction of the Investor, that no event has occurred which has or may have an adverse effect on the Business, operations, financial condition or prospects of the Business. In the event, the Investor is not satisfied with the results of its review; the Investor shall have the right to terminate this Agreement forthwith. The termination of this Agreement shall not in any way affect or prejudice any right accrued to any Party against the other prior to such termination. |
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| 4.14 | On the Completion Date the Investor shall: |
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| | a) | deliver an application in writing for the Subscription Shares to be subscribed by them on the Completion Date; and |
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| | b) | pay to the Company the Subscription Price by way of telegraphic transfer. |
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| 4.15 | Immediately after subscription to the Subscription Shares and the purchase of the Sale Shares by the Investor, the equity shareholding of the Company on a Fully Diluted Basis shall be as follows: |
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| Shareholders | | Shares held | | Equity Shares on a Fully Diluted Basis |
| Investor | | | 4393516 | | | | 63 | | |
| Ravindra Lal Srivastava | | | 1227871 | | | | 17 | .61 | |
| Indravati Devi Srivastava | | | 1152640 | | | | 16 | .53 | |
| Sankata Srivastava | | | 96640 | | | | 1 | .39 | |
| Bihari Lal Srivastava | | | 16000 | | | | 0 | .23 | |
| Ramdulare Srivastava | | | 55168 | | | | 0 | .79 | |
| Ramdulari Devi Srivastava | | | 32000 | | | | 0 | .45 | |
| Total: | | | 6973835 | | | | 100 | % |
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| 4.16 | The Parties to this Agreement agree to take all measures that may be required to ensure to the extent possible, that all the events contemplated inClause 4above on the Completion Date are completed on the same day. |
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| 4.17 | Notwithstanding the provisions ofClause 4.16hereto, all proceedings to be taken and all documents to be executed and delivered by the Parties at Completion shall be deemed to have been taken and executed simultaneously to the extent possible and no proceedings shall be deemed to have been taken nor documents executed or delivered until all have been taken, executed and delivered. |
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| 4.18 | Immediately after the Board meetings of the Company and passing of the resolutions mentioned above, the Parties shall ensure that the Company shall record the necessary entries in its registers and carry out all the actions that have been resolved to be carried out in order to effectively achieve Completion. |
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| 4.19 | The Company shall ensure that within 30 days from the Completion Date, the relevant forms of the Company are filed with the concerned regulatory authorities including the Registrar of Companies, Reserve Bank of India, etc. in accordance with the provisions of Applicable Law |
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| 4.20 | Investor’s Remedy |
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| | 4.20.1 | If after having received the Subscription Price and the Sale Consideration from the Investor pursuant to Clause 4.7 and 4.14 above, the provisions of this Clause 4 are not complied with by the Company and/or the Promoters on the Completion Date, the Investor shall have the right to obligate the Company and/or the Promoters and if so required, by the Investor, the Company and/or Mr. R. L. Srivastava shall forthwith refund to the Investor the Subscription Price and the Sale Consideration received from the Investor pursuant to Clause 4.10 above together with interest thereon calculated at the rate of the then applicable State Bank of India prime lending rate (“SBI PLR”) plus 10% from the date the Investor paid the Subscription Price and the Sale Consideration to the date of actual refund by the Company with interest (“Liquidated Damages”). The Parties agree and acknowledge that the Liquidated Damages is a genuine pre estimate of the loss that may be suffered by the Investor as a result of non-compliance by the Company and/ or the Promoters of the obligations specified in this Agreement. |
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| | 4.20.2 | The Parties agree and acknowledge that this obligation of the Company to refund the Subscription Price, and Mr. R.L. Srivastava to refund the Sale Consideration, to the Investor shall be without prejudice to any other right, which the Investor may have under this Agreement and in law or in equity. |
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5. | REPRESENTATIONS AND WARRANTIES |
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| 5.1 | True and Accurate |
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| The Warrantors represent, warrant and undertake to the Investor, that each of the statements set out in this Clause and Schedule 3 hereof, as applicable to the Warrantors, is now and will be true and accurate at the Completion Date. The Warrantors acknowledge that the Investor, in entering into this Agreement, is relying on such representations, warranties and undertakings and shall be entitled to treat the same as conditions of the Agreement. |
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| 5.2 | Investor Representation |
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| The Investor hereby represents and warrants that it has the corporate power and authority to execute, deliver and perform this Agreement and the Transaction Documents and the transactions contemplated herein. The execution, delivery and performance by Investor of the Transaction Documents have been duly authorized and approved by its board of directors. |
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| 5.3 | Separate and Independent |
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| 5.4 | Knowledge |
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| 5.5 | Undertaking |
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| None of the Warrantors shall do, allow or procure any act or omission before the Completion Date which would respectively constitute a breach of any of the Representations and Warranties if they were given at the Completion Date, or which would make any of the Representations and Warranties inaccurate or misleading if they were so given. |
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| | 5.6.1 | would render any of the Representations and Warranties to be inaccurate; or |
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| | 5.6.2 | has, or is likely to have, an adverse effect on the financial position/prospects/profits/profitability/ financial condition/ operations/businesses/ assets and/or the Business of the Company. |
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| The Representations and Warranties provided in this Agreement shall survive the Completion Date. |
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| 5.8 | The Company and the Promoter hereby agree and acknowledge that the Investor has agreed to subscribe to the Subscription Shares and purchase the Sale Sharesinter aliarelying upon the Representations and Warranties. |
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6. | INDEMNITY |
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| 6.1 | Without prejudice to any other right available to the Investor in law or under equity, the Promoters shall jointly and severally indemnify, defend and hold harmless the Investor, their Affiliates, directors, advisors, officers, employees and agents, or, if so desired by the Investor, the Promoters shall indemnify the Company, from and against any and all liabilities, damages, demands, Claims (including third party Claims), actions, judgments or causes of action, assessments, interest, fines, penalties, and other costs or expenses (including, without limitation, amounts paid in settlement, court costs and all reasonable attorneys’ fees and out of pocket expenses) (“Losses”) directly based upon, arising out of, or in relation to or otherwise in respect of: |
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| | iii. | any liabilities and obligations of whatever nature relating to any litigation, Claim or governmental investigation pending or relating to the Business or operations of the Promoters or the Business of the Company prior to the date of execution of this Agreement and as on the Completion Date; |
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| 7.1 | The Investor and/or the Promoters and their designated officers, employees, accountants and attorneys shall have the right, at any time and from time to time during normal business hours and upon notice which may be of at least 3 (three) days, to carry out inspection of documents, records, premises and all other properties of the Company at their own cost as long as they hold any Shares in the Company. |
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| 7.2 | The Investor and their designated officers, employees, accountants and attorneys shall have the right to consult with the officers, employees, accountants and attorneys of the Company for the purpose of affording the Investor full opportunity to make such investigation as it may desire and to collect such information, data, documents, evidence as may be required for the purpose of and in the course of such inspection in connection therewith. Such investigations and/or audit, however, shall not affect the Representations and Warranties made by the Promoters or the Company. |
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| 8.1 | During the period beginning from the execution of this Agreement and continuing until the Completion Date, the Company shall, and the Promoters shall cause the Company to carry on its Business in the usual, regular and ordinary course in substantially the same manner as heretofore conducted, to pay its debts and Taxes when due, to pay or perform other obligations when due, and, to the extent consistent with such businesses, to use its best efforts consistent with past practice and policies to preserve intact their present business organizations, keep available the services of their present officers and employees and preserve their relationships with customers, suppliers, distributors, licensors, licensees and others having business dealings with them, all with the goal of preserving their goodwill and ongoing businesses at the Completion Date. |
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| 8.3 | During the period beginning from the execution of this Agreement and continuing until the Completion Date the Company and/or the Promoters (including their respective Affiliates, representatives and/or advisors) shall not, without the prior written consent of the Investor: |
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| | (i) | solicit, encourage, entertain, initiate or participate in any inquiry, negotiations or discussions or disclose any information pertaining to the Company or enter into any agreement with respect to any offer or proposal to, acquire or merge or restructure (including through business transfer, asset transfer, amalgamation, demerger, hiving off or in any other manner whatsoever) or dispose off, alienate or Encumber any assets or business of the Company or parts thereof (an ‘Acquisition Proposal’); |
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| | (iv) | In the event the Company or the Promoters receive, prior to the Completion Date, any Acquisition Proposal, the Company or the Promoters receiving such Acquisition Proposal shall immediately suspend any discussions with such offeror or party with regard to such Acquisition Proposal and immediately inform the Investor as to any such Acquisition Proposal, including information as to the principal terms of such Acquisition Proposal or request, as the case may be, and any other information that the Investor may request; |
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| | (v) | sell, license or transfer to any Person any rights to any Intellectual Property or enter into any agreement with respect to Intellectual Property with any Person; |
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| | (ix) | declare, set aside or pay any dividends on or make any other distributions (whether in cash, stock or property) in respect of any shares of the Company, or split, combine or reclassify any shares of the Company, or issue or authorize the issuance of any other securities in respect of, in lieu of or in substitution for shares of the Company or repurchase, redeem, or otherwise acquire, directly or indirectly, any shares of the Company (or options, warrants or other rights convertible into, exercisable or exchangeable therefor); |
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| | (x) | grant any severance or termination, pay (cash, equity or otherwise) to any director or officer or to any employee of the Company, or increase (by way of cash, equity or otherwise) the salary or other compensation payable or to become payable by the Company to any of their officers, directors, employees or advisors, or declare, pay or make any commitment or obligation of any kind for the payment (in the form of cash, equity or otherwise) by the Company of a bonus or other additional salary or compensation to any such Person, or adopt or amend any employee benefit plan (except as necessary to comply with applicable law) or enter into any agreement with any Person which guarantees employment with the Company for a specific period of time or enter into any settlement or compromise agreement with any employees of the Company; |
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| | (xi) | waive any share repurchase rights, accelerate, amend or change the period of exercisability of options or restricted shares, or reprice options granted to any employee, consultant, director or other stock plans or authorize cash payments in exchange for any options granted under any employment stock option plans; |
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| | (xii) | sell, lease, license, Encumber or otherwise dispose off any of the assets or properties of the Company; |
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| | (xiii) | enter into/agree to enter into any new contract not in the ordinary course of business and/or on terms that are beyond normal and reasonable commercial terms including amending or otherwise modifying (or agreeing to do so), or violating the terms of any of the contracts entered into by the Company; |
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| | (xiv) | commence, compromise or settle any pending or threatened litigation, debt or other legal proceedings; |
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| | (xv) | make or change any election in respect of Taxes, adopt or change any accounting method in respect of Taxes, enter into any closing agreement, settle any Claim or assessment in respect of Taxes, or consent to any extension or waiver of the limitation period applicable to any Claim or assessment in respect of Taxes; |
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| | (xvi) | cause any increase in liabilities of the Business including by way of incurring any indebtedness in the Business in the form of loans or financial assistance from any lending agency or bank or repaying or incurring any additional indebtedness or making any advance payments other than what has been contractually agreed upon (upon disclosure and consent to/of the Investor); |
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| | (xix) | undertake any expenditure, transaction or commitment other than in the normal course of business; or |
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| The Parties shall use their reasonable efforts to ensure that the transactions contemplated by this Agreement are consummated as per the terms hereof, including without limitation, obtaining all approvals from the applicable government and/or regulatory authorities and other Persons as may be necessary or reasonably requested by Investor in order to consummate the transactions contemplated by this Agreement. |
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10. | RESOLUTION OF DISPUTES |
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| 10.1 | If any dispute arises between Investor and/or the Promoters and/or Company during the subsistence of this Agreement or thereafter, in connection with the validity, interpretation, implementation or alleged breach of any provision of this Agreement or regarding a question, including the question as to whether the termination of this Agreement by one Party hereto has been legitimate (“Dispute”), the disputing Parties hereto shall endeavour to settle such Dispute amicably. The attempt to bring about an amicable settlement shall be considered to have failed if not resolved within 60 days from the date of the Dispute. |
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| 10.2 | If the Parties are unable to amicably settle the Dispute in accordance withClause 10.1within the period specified therein, the Parties shall forthwith but not later than 30 days after expiry of the aforesaid period, refer the Dispute to Mr. Ram Mukunda and Mr. R.L. Srivastava for resolution of the said Dispute. The attempt to bring about such resolution shall be considered to have failed if not resolved within 30 days from the date of receipt of a written notification in this regard. |
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| 10.3 | If the Parties are unable to amicably settle the Dispute in accordance withClause 10.2within the period specified therein, any Party to the Dispute shall be entitled to serve a notice invoking this Clause and making a reference to an arbitration panel of three arbitrators. Each party to the dispute shall appoint one arbitrator within 30 days of receipt of the notice of the Party making the reference, and the two arbitrators, so appointed shall appoint a third arbitrator. The Arbitration proceedings shall be held in accordance with the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996. The decision of the arbitration panel shall be binding on all the Parties to the Dispute. |
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| 10.4 | The place of the arbitration shall be Mumbai, India. |
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| 10.5 | The arbitration proceedings shall be governed by the laws of India. |
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| 10.6 | The proceedings of arbitration shall be in the English language. |
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| 10.7 | The Arbitrator’s award shall be substantiated in writing. The court of arbitration shall also decide on the costs of the arbitration proceedings. The cost of arbitration shall be borne by the Company. |
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| 10.8 | The award shall be binding on the Parties subject to the Applicable Laws in force and the award shall be enforceable in any competent court of law. |
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| 10.9 | The Mumbai court (including any appellant court) in India shall have exclusive jurisdiction. |
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11. | NOTICES |
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| 11.1 | Any notice or other communication that may be given by one Party to the other shall always be in writing and shall be served either by (i) hand delivery duly acknowledged; or (ii) sent by registered post with acknowledgment due; or (iii) by facsimile at the respective addresses set out herein below or at such other address as may be subsequently intimated by one party to the other in writing as set out herein. If the notice is sent by facsimile, the said notice shall also be sent by registered post acknowledgment due. |
| | The Investor: | | Ram Mukunda |
| | Address: | | At the address mentioned above |
| | Tel: | | +1 301 529 4996 |
| | Facsimile: | | +1 240 465 0273 |
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| | The Company: | | Sricon Infrastructure Pvt. Ltd. |
| | Address: | | As mentioned above |
| | Tel: | | 917122287666 |
| | Facsimile: | | 917122290700 |
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| | The Promoter: | | R. L. Srivastava |
| | Address: | | As mentioned in Schedule 1 hereto |
| | Tel: | | 917122287666 |
| | Facsimile: | | 917122290700 |
| 11.2 | All notices shall be deemed to have been validly given on (i) the business date immediately after the date of transmission with confirmed answer back, if transmitted by facsimile transmission, or (ii) the business date of receipt, if sent by courier or hand delivery; or (iii) the expiry of seven days after posting, if sent by registered post. |
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| This Agreement shall come into effect and force and be binding on the Parties from the date first written above and shall remain in full force unless terminated in accordance with the provisions of this Agreement. |
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13. | CONFIDENTIALITY |
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| 13.1 | The Parties recognise that each of them will be given and have access to confidential and proprietary information of the other Parties. The Parties undertake not to use any of such confidential information for their own corporate purposes without the prior written consent of the Party owning such information and shall keep confidential and not to disclose to any third party any of the other Parties’ confidential and proprietary information for a period of one year from the date hereof. The Parties shall also cause their respective directors, employees, officers and any other persons to whom the above mentioned information is disclosed to execute a letter of confidentiality to the effect provided in this Clause. The obligations of confidentiality shall not apply to any information that: |
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| | (c) | has become generally available to the public (other than by virtue of its disclosure by the receiving Party); |
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| | (d) | may be required in any report or statement that is required to be submitted by the Company to any governmental or regulatory body; |
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| | (f) | was approved by both the Parties (for the avoidance of doubt, disclosure to the Affiliates of the Investor shall be permitted); |
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| | (g) | is required by a regulatory authority or the regulations of any recognized stock exchange; |
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| | (h) | is reasonably required for disclosure to professional advisers of the Party, who shall have given undertakings of strict confidentiality; |
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| | (i) | may be required to comply with any law, order, regulation or ruling applicable to any Party hereto. |
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| | Provided that prior to any disclosure in respect of a request to disclose confidential information under subsections (d), (e) (g), (h) and (i), above a Party must first notify the Party owning such confidential information, who shall then have the opportunity to respond to and/or dispute such request. The provisions of this Clause shall survive the termination of this Agreement. |
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| 13.3. | The Parties acknowledge and agree that the covenants and obligations with respect to confidentiality set forth in this Clause relate to special, unique and extraordinary matters, and that a violation of any of the terms of such covenants and obligations will cause the Company and the owner of such property irreparable injury for which adequate remedies are not available at law. Therefore, the Parties agree that the Party entitled to enforce the covenants set forth above, shall be entitled to an injunction, restraining order or such other equitable relief as a court of competent jurisdiction may deem necessary or appropriate to restrain the other Party from committing any violation of the covenants and obligations contained in this Clause. These injunctive remedies are cumulative and are in addition to any other rights and remedies the concerned Party may have at law or in equity. |
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| For the purposes of this Agreement, Mr. R. L. Srivastava shall represent the Promoters. Accordingly, all the Promoters hereby authorise Mr. R. L. Srivastava to represent the Promoters and take any decision which may be required to be taken, do all acts and execute all documents which are or may be required by the Promoters for the proper and effective fulfilment of the rights and obligations under this Agreement. Any action taken or deed performed or document executed by Mr. R. L. Srivastava shall be deemed to be acts or deeds done or documents executed by all the Promoters, and shall be binding on all the Promoters. |
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15. | TERMINATION |
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| 15.1 | Grounds for Termination: Save and except the rights and obligations of the Parties that terminate as provided in the specific clauses in this Agreement, this Agreement shall continue in full force and effect until terminated in accordance with the provisions of this Clause. |
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| 15.2 | This Agreement can be terminated at any time prior to the subscription by the Investor in the manner set out in Clause 4 of this Agreement, by mutual written agreement of the Parties. |
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| 15.3 | This Agreement shall stand terminated under Clause 4 if the Completion does not take place as per Clause 4.3. |
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| 15.4 | Effect of Termination: Termination of this Agreement under Clauses 15.2 to 15.3 shall be without liability of any Party (or any shareholder, director, officer, agent, employee, consultant or representative of such Party) to the other Parties. |
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| 15.5 | The provisions of Clause 6 (Indemnity), 10 (Arbitration), 11 (Notices), and 13 (Confidentiality) shall survive the termination hereof pursuant to Clause 15.1. |
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16. | MISCELLANEOUS PROVISIONS |
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| 16.1 | Reservation of Rights |
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| No forbearance, indulgence or relaxation or inaction by any Party at any time to require performance of any of the provisions of this Agreement shall in any way affect, diminish or prejudice the right of such Party to require performance of that provision, and any waiver or acquiescence by any Party of any breach of any of the provisions of this Agreement shall not be construed as a waiver or acquiescence of any continuing or succeeding breach of such provisions, a waiver of any right under or arising out of this Agreement or acquiescence to or recognition of rights other than that expressly stipulated in this Agreement. |
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| All remedies of either Party under this Agreement whether provided herein or conferred by statute, civil law, common law, custom or trade usage, are cumulative and not alternative and may be enforced successively or concurrently. |
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| 16.3 | Partial Invalidity |
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| If any provision of this Agreement or the application thereof to any Person or circumstance shall be invalid or unenforceable to any extent, the remainder of this Agreement and the application of such provision to persons or circumstances other than those as to which it is held invalid or unenforceable shall not be affected thereby, and each provision of this Agreement shall be valid and enforceable to the fullest extent permitted by law. Any invalid or unenforceable provision of this Agreement shall be replaced with a provision, which is valid and enforceable and most nearly reflects the original intent of the unenforceable provision. Provided however, if said provision is fundamental provision of this Agreement or forms part of the consideration or object of this Agreement, the provision of this Clause shall not apply. |
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| No modification or amendment of this Agreement and no waiver of any of the terms or conditions hereof shall be valid or binding unless made in writing and duly executed by all the Parties. |
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| This Agreement and the rights and liabilities hereunder shall bind and inure to the benefit of the respective successors of the Parties hereto, but no Party shall assign or transfer any of its rights and liabilities hereunder to any other Person without the prior written consent of the other Parties, which will not be unreasonably withheld. Notwithstanding anything stated above, the Investor shall be entitled to assign its rights and obligations hereunder to any of its Affiliates or its holding company or ultimate parent company or their Affiliates, without the consent of the other Parties. |
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| This Agreement constitutes the entire Agreement between the Parties with respect to the subscription of the Equity Shares and supersedes and cancels any prior oral or written agreement, representation, understanding, arrangement, communication or expression of intent relating to the subject matter of this Agreement. |
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| 16.7 | Relationship |
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| None of the provisions of this Agreement shall be deemed to constitute a partnership between the Parties hereto and no Party shall have any authority to bind the other Party otherwise than under this Agreement or shall be deemed to be the agent of the other in any way. |
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| 16.8 | Governing law |
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| This Agreement shall be governed and construed in accordance with the laws of India, under the jurisdiction of the Mumbai courts, without regard to the conflict of laws principles. |
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| 16.9 | Service of Process |
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| Subject to the provisions of clause 10 of this Agreement, the Parties agree that any action or proceeding seeking to enforce any provision of, or based on any right arising out of this Agreement may be brought against any of the Parties in the courts of Mumbai, India and each of the Parties consent to the jurisdiction of such courts (and of the appropriate appellant courts) in any such action or proceeding and waives any objection to the venue laid therein. Process in any action or proceeding referred to in the preceding sentence may be served on any party anywhere in the world. |
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| 16.10 | Costs |
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| Each Party shall bear its own expenses incurred in preparing this Agreement including any brokers, finders’ fee, financial advisor’s fees and the expenses incurred by its representatives. The Parties agree to equally share in the cost of the US GAAP audits. |
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| 16.11 | Force Majeure |
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| No Party shall be liable to the other if, and to the extent, that the performance or delay in performance of any of its obligations under this Agreement is prevented, restricted, delayed or interfered with due to circumstances beyond the reasonable control of such Party, including but not limited to, Government legislations, fires, floods, explosions, epidemics, accidents, acts of God, wars, riots, strikes, lockouts, or other concerted acts of workmen, acts of Government and/or shortages of materials. The Party claiming an event of force majeure shall promptly notify the other Parties in writing, and provide full particulars of the cause or event and the date of first occurrence thereof, as soon as possible after the event and also keep the other Parties informed of any further developments. The Party so affected shall use its best efforts to remove the cause of non-performance, and the Parties shall resume performance hereunder with the utmost dispatch when such cause is removed. |
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| Any provision of this Agreement which is invalid or unenforceable shall be ineffective to the extent of such invalidity or unenforceability, without affecting in any way the validity, legality and enforceability of the remaining provisions hereof. Should any provision of this Agreement be or become ineffective for reasons beyond the control of the Parties, the Parties shall use reasonable efforts to agree upon a new provision, which shall as nearly as possible have the same commercial effect as the inefficient provision. |
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| 16.13 | Good Faith Negotiations and Further Assurances |
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| | | of this Agreement, to implement and/or give effect to this Agreement and the transactions contemplated by it and for the purpose of vesting in the Investor the full benefit of the assets, rights and benefits to be transferred to the Investor under this Agreement. |
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| 16.14 | Public announcements |
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| Except as and to the extent required by Applicable Law, without the prior written consent of the other Party, neither Party will, and each will direct its representatives not to, make, directly or indirectly, any public comment, statement or communication with respect to, or otherwise to disclose or to permit the disclosure of the terms of this Agreement and the Transaction Documents. The Investor however is required by the Securities and Exchange Commission (‘SEC’) laws in the United States of America to disclose the terms of this Agreement and the Transaction Documents, while filing with the SEC, which may result into a press release or press exposure or disclosure to the general public. |
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| 16.15 | Execution in Counterparts |
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| This Agreement may be executed in one or more counterparts, each of which shall be deemed an original and all of which, taken together, shall constitute one and the same instrument. A facsimile or copy of a signature is valid as an original. |
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| 16.16 | Authorisation |
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| The persons signing this Agreement on behalf of the Parties represent and covenant that they have the authority to so sign and execute this document on behalf of the Parties for whom they are signing. |
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| 16.17 | Time of the essence |
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| Any date or period mentioned in this Agreement may be extended by agreement between the Parties hereto, failing which, as regards any such date or period, time shall be the essence of the Agreement. |
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IN WITNESS WHEREOF THE PARTIES HERETO HAVE SET AND SUBSCRIBED THEIR RESPECTIVE HANDS TO THESE PRESENTS ON THE DAY, MONTH AND YEAR HEREIN WRITTEN:
SIGNED AND DELIVERED | | ) |
BY THE WITHINNAMED “Investor” | | ) |
BY THE HAND OF MR. RAM MUKUNDA | | ) |
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ON THE 15th DAY OF SEPTEMBER 2007 | | ) |
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INFRASTRUCTURE PVT. LTD” | | ) |
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Annex B
AMENDMENT TO THE SHARE SUBSCRIPTION CUM PURCHASE AGREEMENT
DATED 15TH DAY OF SEPTEMBER, 2007
THIS Amendment to the Share Subscription cum Purchase Agreement dated 15th September, 2007 (hereinafter referred to as “Agreement” ) is entered on this 19th day of December, 2007 at Mumbai
BY AND AMONG
INDIA GLOBALIZATION CAPITAL, INC.
a company organized under the laws of the State of Marylandand having its office address at 4336 Montgomery Avenue Bethesda, MD 20814, acting directly or indirectly through one or more of its newly formed non US Affiliates, alongwith such newly formed non-US Affiliates (hereinafter collectively referred to as “Investor”, which expression shall, unless it be repugnant to the context or meaning thereof, be deemed to mean and include its successors and assigns) of the FIRST PART;
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SRICON INFRASTRUCTURE PRIVATE LIMITED, a company incorporated under the Indian Companies Act, 1956, having its registered office at Sricon House 25, Pragati Layout, Rajeev Nagar, Nagpur, India (hereinafter referred to as “Company” which expression shall, unless repugnant to the context or meaning thereof, be deemed to mean and include its successors) of the SECOND PART;
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THE PERSONS whose names and addresses are set out in Schedule 1hereto (hereinafter referred to as “Promoters”, which expression shall, unless repugnant to the context or meaning thereof, be deemed to mean and include their heirs, legal representatives, executors, and administrators) of the THIRDPART.
(The Investor, the Promoters and the Company may hereinafter be referred to individually as “Party”and collectively as “Parties”, as the context may require).
WHEREAS
A. | | The Parties entered into a Share Subscription cum Purchase Agreement on the 15th day of September, 2007 (the “SSA”), setting out the terms and conditions subject to which the Investor would subscribe to the Subscription Shares; |
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B. | | Clause 3 of the SSA sets out the conditions to be satisfied by the Parties prior to the Investor subscribing to the Subscription Shares. Some of the conditions to be satisfied by the Parties are as under: (i) completion of a business, financial, accounting, tax, technical, legal and regulatory due diligence on the Company by the Investor and resolution of all issues arising therefrom to the satisfaction of the Investor on or before 45 Business Days from the date of this Agreement, (ii) resolution being passed at a duly constituted meeting of the board of directors of Investor and a resolution being passed at duly constituted meeting of the shareholders of the Investor, approving the subscription to the Subscription Shares and the satisfaction of all other conditions for the Investor to effect a Business Combination as set forth in the Investor’s Prospectus dated March 3, 2006 as filed with the US Securities and Exchange Commission, (iii) the Promoters obtaining written consents from all banks, financial institutions, lenders of the Company and all other third parties as may be required for change in shareholding of the Company in form and substance satisfactory to the Investor, (iv) each of the Promoters delivering to the Investor a no-objection certificate in the form contained in Schedule 4 to the SSA and a no-objection certificate from the Company in the form contained in Schedule 4A to the SSA; |
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C. | | The Company is in need of urgent funds and pending satisfaction of the conditions precedent set out in Clause 3 of the SSA, has requested the Investor to infuse the Portion of Subscription Price (as defined below), towards subscription to Portion of Subscription Shares (as defined below); |
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D. | | The Investor has agreed to subscribe to the Portion of Subscription Shares in the Company subject to the terms and conditions set out in this Agreement. |
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NOW, THEREFORE, IN CONSIDERATION OF THE MUTUAL PROMISES COVENANTS AND AGREEMENTS HEREIN CONTAINED, THE PARTIES AGREE AS FOLLOWS:
1. | DEFINITIONS AND INTERPRETATION |
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| “Account” means the account to be opened by the Parties with Citibank N.A. |
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| “Completion” means completion of the events specified in Clause 5 hereof and the Investor being registered as a member in respect of the Portion of the Subscription Shares in the register of members of Company. |
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| ‘Completion Date’ shall mean the date specified by the Investor for Completion. |
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| “Existing Accounts” means the current accounts maintained by the Company with Allahabad Bank, Manish Nagar branch, Nagpur, bearing account no. 20075 and State Bank of India, Jaiprakash Nagar branch, Sonalwada, Nagpur, bearing account no. 30095731720, |
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| “Funding” means the funding of the Portion of Subscription Price by the Investor upon fulfillment, or waiver, of the conditions precedent prescribed in Clause 4; |
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| “Funding Date” means the date on which the Funding occurs; |
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| “Portion of Subscription Price” means Rs. 12,83,42,500/- (Rupees Twelve Crores Eighty Three Lacs Forty Two Thousand Five Hundred only) forming part of the Subscription Price. |
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| “Portion of Subscription Shares” means 5,03,620 equity shares, constituting 14.66% of the post issued paid up share capital of the Company and forming part of the Subscription Shares. |
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| “Promoters Shares” means 15,79,711 Shares representing 53.88% of the existing Share Capital of the Company. |
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| “SSA” shall have the meaning ascribed to it in Recital A. |
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| All capitalized expressions not defined in the Agreement, but defined in the SSA, shall have the same meaning ascribed to it in the SSA. |
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2. | SUBSCRIPTION FOR SHARES AND INITIAL ADVANCE AGAINST SHARES |
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| (a) | Subject to the terms of this Agreement, the Investor hereby agrees to subscribe for, and the Company agrees to allot and issue to the Investor at Completion, the Portion of Subscription Shares, provided that subject to Clause 3, the Portion of Subscription Price shall be funded as advance against Shares of the Company. |
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| (b) | The consideration payable by the Investor to the Company for the Portion of Subscription Shares shall be the Portion of Subscription Price or thereabout as the Parties may mutually agree. |
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3. | CONDITIONS PRECEDENT |
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| The obligation of the Investor to fund the Portion of Subscription Price is subject to the fulfillment, prior to or simultaneously on the Funding Date (or at the time specified below), of the following conditions and delivery and execution of the following items in form and substance satisfactory to the Investor, any one or more of which may be waived in writing by the Investor in its sole discretion: |
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| (a) | the Representations and Warranties as provided in Clause 5 and Schedule 3 of the SSA and under this Agreement, remaining true and correct on the Funding Date; |
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| (b) | approval of the Board for (i) the execution, delivery and performance by the Company of this Agreement, (ii) creation of an Account in the manner and for the purposes contemplated in this Agreement, (iii) appointment of the Investor’s nominee as an authorized signatory to the Existing Accounts and the Account to be created pursuant to this Agreement, (iv) deposit into the Account, 20% of the receivables paid into the Existing Accounts, including without limitation, the receivables due to the Company pursuant to the Joint Venture Agreement entered into by the Company with Hindustan Steel Works Constructions Limited, (v) granting irrevocable authority to the Investor’s nominee being the authorized signatory to the |
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| | Account, to operate and withdraw the amounts lying to the credit of the Account at any time and for any reason whatsoever, (vi) subject to the approval of the members, amending the Articles of Association of the Company to give effect to the matters set out in Clause 4, (vii) in-principle allotment of such number of shares to the Investor, at the specific request of the Investor, pending subscription to the entire Subscription Shares, as will increase the Investor’s shareholding in the Company to 51%, and an undertaking that such allotment will be completed within 2 working days of the Investor infusing funds towards subscription to the share capital of the Company and requesting the Company to allot Shares, and (viii) implementing the relevant transactions set forth in this Agreement to which the Company is a party or which require approval by the Board; |
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| (c) | each of the Company and the Promoters having performed and complied with all agreements, obligations and conditions contained in this Agreement that are required to be performed or complied with by it on or before the Funding; |
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| (d) | memorandum and articles of association of the Company being amended to reflect, to the extent permitted by law, the provisions of this Agreement; |
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| (e) | one (1) nominee of the Investor having been duly elected/appointed as Director, effective upon Funding; |
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| (f) | the Company having opened the Account; |
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| (g) | evidence being adduced by the Promoters, of written instructions issued to the banks with whom the Existing Accounts are maintained by the Company, of the inclusion of Mr. Ram Mukunda as an authorized signatory to the Existing Accounts and evidence being adduced of written instructions issued to Citibank N.A of the change in authorized signatories and appointment of Mr. Ram Mukunda of the sole authorized signatory of the Account with Citibank; |
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| (h) | certificate from the Promoters and the Company confirming that (i) they have given written instructions to the banks with whom Existing Accounts are maintained, for automatic transfer into the Account, every month, with effect from April 1, 2008, of 20% of the receivables paid into the Existing Accounts, including without limitation, the receivables due to the Company pursuant to the Joint Venture Agreement entered into by the Company with Hindustan Steel Works Constructions Limited, and that they have taken all necessary steps to ensure automatic and regular transfer of funds as contemplated herein, (ii) no lender or third party has any rights over the funds lying to the credit of the Existing Accounts (iii) the Company has not entered into any agreement or understanding whereby any party other than the Investor has priority over the funds in the Existing Accounts or the Account; |
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| (i) | the Company appointing the Investor’s nominee as the authorized signatory to the Account with an undertaking that (i) except upon specific written instructions of the Investor, the Investor’s nominee shall not be replaced and such appointment and understanding having been communicated to Citibank N.A (ii) they shall not open any savings or current account or any other account with any bank except with the specific written consent of the Investor; |
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| (j) | the Company issuing irrevocable written instructions to Citibank N.A., to honor all cheques, demand drafts and other payment instructions issued by the Investor’s nominee, without first obtaining approval of the Promoters or the Company; |
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| (k) | the Company obtaining a certificate from an independent chartered accountant indicating the ‘fair value’ of the Shares calculated in accordance with the Guidelines for Valuation of Shares and Fixation of Premia. |
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| The Promoters shall fulfill all their obligations hereunder and shall, to the extent within their power and control, cause the Company to fulfill all its obligations hereunder so as to ensure that the conditions set forth in this Clause are fulfilled by such dates as specified above, to the satisfaction of the Investor. |
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| (a) | Funding shall take place on the Funding Date, or at such other place as the Parties may agree. The Portion of Subscription Price shall be retained as advance against Shares, until Completion. |
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| (b) | Simultaneously upon Funding, the provisions of Clauses 3 (Conditions subsequent to Completion), 4.1(e) (Voting), 4.1(g) (Meeting and Minutes of Board Meeting), 4.1(h) (Notice), 4.1(i) (Quorum), 4.1(j) (Determination of Quorum), 4.1(k) (Resolution by Circulation), 4.2 (Management and other Committees), 4.3 (Rights of the Investor), 4.4 (Veto Rights, to the extent of meetings of the Board) (subject to Clause 4(e) herein) and 5 (Dividend Policy) of the Shareholders Agreement shall become effective and the Promoters and the Company shall be bound by the terms contained therein. |
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| (c) | The Promoters and the Company shall not propose any resolution at a Shareholders Meeting, if such resolution has not been approved by the director nominated by the Investor at a meeting of the Board. |
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| (d) | Until Completion under this Agreement, the Promoters shall not be entitled to Transfer all or any part of their Shareholding to any Person. Approval of the director nominated by the Investor shall be required for passing any resolution which will have the effect of changing the signatories to the Existing Accounts or the Account and for opening any account with any bank. |
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| (e) | The Parties agree that where a resolution for allotment of shares in favour of the Investor is proposed by the director nominated by the Investor, the Promoters shall (if they are also Directors) / cause the directors nominated by them on the Board, to vote in favour of the resolution. |
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| (f) | A meeting of the shareholders shall be convened and a special resolution shall be passed approving amendment to the Articles of Association, to give effect to the matters set out in this Agreement. |
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| (g) | The Promoters agree and acknowledge that until Funding, they are in complete control over the affairs of the Company and undertake that they shall, to the extent within their power and control, cause the Company to fulfill all its obligations hereunder so as to ensure that the covenants set forth in this Agreement are fulfilled by such dates as specified in this Agreement. To secure the performance of the obligations of the Promoters and the Company as set out in this Agreement, the Promoters shall create a pledge on the Promoter Shares in favour of the Investor or any Person nominated by it. For such purpose, the Promoters shall on the Funding Date or any date thereafter, and if required, with the approval of the regulatory authorities, if required, deliver the following documents to the Investor, or his representative/ nominee: |
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- Undated share transfer forms signed by the Promoters in favour of the Investor;
- A duly stamped, irrevocable power of attorney (substantially in the form and content as specifiedinSchedule 2hereof) from each Promoter, pursuant to which each Promoter permits the Investorto take all necessary action and sign all necessary documents, letters, undertakings etc. as may berequired so as to effect a transfer of the Promoter Shares to the Investor or any of his nominees, asthe case may be, and be registered as a ‘member’ in respect of the Promoter Shares;
- the shareholding pattern of the Company after the exercise of the pledge by the Investor.
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| (h) | The Promoters and the Company agree and acknowledge that the covenants and obligations under Clauses 3 and 4 relate to special, unique and extraordinary matters, and that a violation of any of the terms of such covenants and obligations will cause the Investor irreparable injury and hence the Investors shall be entitled to specific performance of the obligations undertaken by the Company and/ or the Promoters under Clauses 3 and 4. |
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5. | COMPLETION EVENTS |
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| (a) | Upon fulfillment of all the Conditions Precedent set out in the SSA, to the satisfaction of the Investor or if specifically waived in writing by the Investor, the Parties shall proceed to complete the allotment of the Portion of Subscription Shares to the Investor in the manner provided in this Clause. |
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| (b) | At Completion, the Company shall: |
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- deliver to the Investor one or more original share certificates and other instruments, if any,evidencing the Investor’s title to the Portion of Subscription Shares;
- duly register, as required by Law, the Portion of Subscription Shares in the Company’s registers andprovide evidence thereof to the Investor;
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| (c) | If any one or more of the Conditions Precedent set out in the SSA are not satisfied to the satisfaction of the Investor or waived in writing by the Investor, the Investor shall notify the Promoters and the Company of the non satisfaction of the Condition Precedent. Within 7 days of receipt of such intimation from the Investor, the Promoters shall cause the Company to and the Company shall refund an amount equivalent to the Portion of Subscription Price to the Investor. If the Company fails to make repayment of the Portion of Subscription Price to the Investor within 7 days of receipt of notice from the Investor, the Investor’s nominee shall, without any further act or approval of the Promoters or the Company, issue instructions to the Citibank N.A., to repatriate funds lying in the Account to the Investor and the Parties shall cause Citibank N.A. to forthwith repatriate such funds to the Investor. |
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| (d) | If the funds lying in the Account is less than the Portion of Subscription Price, the Promoters will cause the Company to fund the Account with such amount by which the funds lying in the Account fall short of the Portion of Subscription Price. If the Promoters fail to cause the Company to fund the shortfall in the Portion of Subscription Price, or upon the Promoters and/or the Company committing a breach of any of their obligations under this Agreement and more specifically under Clause 5 hereof and failing to remedy the breach within 7 days of being notified of the same by the Investor, then, without prejudice to any of its rights under this Agreement, the Investor shall have a right to forthwith exercise the pledge and at its discretion, require the Board to allot to itself, Portion of Subscription Shares and take all necessary action,to be registered as a member of the Company in respect of the Promoter Shares and or Portion of Subscription Shares. |
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| (e) | Upon the Promoters and/or the Company committing a breach of any of their obligations under Clause 5(d)hereof and failing to remedy the breach within 7 days of being notified of the same by the Investor and the Investor being unable to exercise the pledge and / or be registered as a member in respect of the Promoter Shares or any part thereof, due to any reason whatsoever, the Investor shall be entitled, pending subscription to the Subscription Shares, to be allotted Portion of Subscription Shares and to subscribe to such number of shares in the Company as will bring its shareholding to 51% of the paid up share capital of the Company as on such date (“Additional Shares”). Upon exercise of such option by the Investor, and upon infusion of funds by the Investor towards subscription to the Additional Shares, the Company shall allot Additional Shares to the Investor and at such price as may be determined by the Investor, provided that the pricing shall be in accordance with the laws of India. Upon exercise of such option by the Investor, the Investor shall be entitled to appoint majority directors on the Board and exercise all rights available to the Investor under law, as a 51% shareholder in the Company. |
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| (f) | The Promoters and the Company hereby undertake that they shall, upon exercise by the Investor of its right under Clauses 5(d) and 5(e) above, cooperate with the Investor and take all necessary steps to ensure that the name of the Investor or any Person nominated by the Investor is registered as a ‘member’ in the register of members of the Company in respect of the Promoter Shares and Additional Shares. |
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| (a) | The Parties agree and acknowledge that the Investor shall be entitled to appoint one director on the Board effective upon Funding and that such director shall be appointed under Section 255(2) of the Act. The Promoters and the Company shall not be entitled to remove the Director appointed/nominated by the Investor, unless required by Law. |
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| (b) | The right of nomination and appointment of the director conferred on the Investor under Clause 6(a) shall include the right at any time to remove from office any such persons nominated or appointed by them and from time to time determine the period for which such persons shall hold office as Director. If the Investor desires that any director nominated or appointed by it should cease to be a director of the Company, the Promoters shall cause, and shall exercise its voting rights in such manner, so as to ensure such removal and appointment of new director nominated by the Investor to replace the director so removed as soon as may be practicable. |
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| (a) | Except to the extent specifically modified by this Agreement, all the terms of the SSA shall survive and continue to remain valid and binding on the Parties. Reference in the SSA to subscription to Investor Shares or Subscription Shares respectively, wherever they appear, shall be deemed to mean subscription to Investor Shares or Subscription Shares as respectively reduced by the Portion of Subscription Shares and Additional Shares and reference to payment of Investor Price or Subscription Price, respectively, wherever they appear in the SSA, shall be deemed to mean payment of Investor Price or Subscription Price as respectively reduced by the Portion of Subscription Price and price paid for the Additional Shares. |
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| (b) | This Agreement shall become effective upon the execution and delivery of this Agreement by the Investor, the Promoters and the Company. |
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| (c) | Except as expressly set forth in this Agreement, all agreements, covenants, undertakings, provisions, stipulations, and promises contained in the SSA are hereby ratified, readopted, approved, and confirmed and remain in full force and effect. |
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| (a) | Amicable Settlement: If any dispute arises between Investor and/or the Promoters and/or Company during the subsistence of this Agreement or thereafter, in connection with the validity, interpretation, implementation or alleged breach of any provision of this Agreement or regarding a question, including the question as to whether the termination of this Agreement by one Party hereto has been legitimate (“Dispute”), the disputing Parties hereto shall endeavour to settle such Dispute amicably. The attempt to bring about an amicable settlement shall be considered to have failed if not resolved within 60 days from the date of the Dispute. |
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| (c) | Arbitration: If the Parties are unable to amicably settle the Dispute in accordance with Clause 8(b) within the period specified therein, any Party to the Dispute shall be entitled to serve a notice invoking this Clause and making a reference to an arbitration panel of three arbitrators. Each party to the dispute shall appoint one arbitrator within 30 days of receipt of the notice of the Party making the reference, and the two arbitrators, so appointed shall appoint a third arbitrator. The Arbitration proceedings shall be held in accordance with the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996. The decision of the arbitration panel shall be binding on all the Parties to the Dispute. |
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| (d) | The place of the arbitration shall be Mumbai, India. |
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| (e) | The arbitration proceedings shall be governed by the laws of India. |
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| (f) | The proceedings of arbitration shall be in the English language. |
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| (g) | The Arbitrator’s award shall be substantiated in writing. The court of arbitration shall also decide on the costs of the arbitration proceedings. The cost of arbitration shall be borne by the Company. |
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| (h) | The award shall be binding on the Parties subject to the Applicable Laws in force and the award shall be enforceable in any competent court of law. |
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| (i) | The Mumbai court (including any appellant court) in India shall have exclusive jurisdiction. |
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| (a) | No Implied Waiver |
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| Subject to the terms of this Agreement, the execution, delivery and performance of this Amendment Agreement shall not, except as expressly provided herein, constitute a waiver or modification of any provision of, or operate as a waiver of any right, power or remedy of the Parties under the SSA or prejudice any right or remedy that either Party may have or may have in the future under or in connection with the SSA or any instrument or agreement referred to therein. The Parties hereto acknowledge and agree that the Representations and Warranties of the Parties contained in the SSA, the clauses on, including but not limited to indemnity and confidentiality shall survive the execution and delivery of this Amendment Agreement and the effectiveness hereof. |
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| This Agreement shall be governed and construed in accordance with the laws of India. |
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| (c) | Costs |
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| Each Party shall bear its own expenses incurred in preparing this Agreement. The Company shall pay the stamp duty and other costs in respect of this Agreement and the issue and allotment of the Portion of Subscription Shares to the Investor. |
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IN WITNESS WHEREOF THE PARTIES TO THIS AMENDMENT AGREEMENT HAVE SET AND SCRIBED THEIR HANDS AT MUMBAI, ON THE DAY MONTH AND YEAR FIRST NOTED ABOVE, IN PRESENCE OF:
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BY THE WITHINNAMED “INVESTOR” | | ) |
INDIA GLOBALIZATION CAPITAL, INC. | | ) |
ON THE 19th DAY OF DECEMBER,2007 | | ) |
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R. L. SRIVASTAVA PURSUANT TO THE | | ) |
RESOLUTION PASSED BY THE BOARD | | ) |
ON THE 17th DAY OF DECEMBER, 2007 | | ) |
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BY MR. R. L. SRIVASTAVA FOR HIMSELF AND ON BEHALF OF THE “Promoters” | | ) |
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SCHEDULE 1
NAME AND DETAILS OF PROMOTERS