Dear Members,
The Board of Directors are pleased to present the 16th Annual Report of the Company
along with the
Audited Financial statements and Auditors' Report for the financial year 2023-24.
1. FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE :-
The financial performance of the Company is summarized below:
(Rs. In Lacs)
Particulars |
F.Y. 2023-24 |
F.Y. 2022-23 |
Revenue from Operations |
19,134.57 |
23,244.58 |
Other Income |
17.16 |
16.07 |
Total Income |
19,151.73 |
23,260.65 |
Total Expenses |
18,958.16 |
23,080.87 |
Profit / (Loss) Before Tax & Exceptional / Extraordinary Items |
193.56 |
179.78 |
Less: |
|
|
Exceptional items |
6.76 |
(27.02) |
Extraordinary items |
2.72 |
0.99 |
Profit / (Loss) Before Tax |
184.08 |
205.81 |
Less: Tax Expense : |
|
|
- Current Tax |
51.78 |
51.33 |
- Deferred Tax |
(0.01) |
(5.76) |
Net Profit/(Loss) After Tax |
132.31 |
160.24 |
2. REVIEW OF OPERATIONS:-
The Total Income of your Company for the current year has been decreased to Rs.
19,151,.73/- Lacs as against the Total Income of Rs. 23,260.65/- Lacs of the previous
year. However, the Company has earned a Net Profit of Rs. 132.31/-Lacs for the current
year as compared to the Net Profit of Rs. 160.24/- of the previous year.
3. TRANSFER TO RESERVES:-
The Board of Directors has decided to retain the entire amount of Profit for the
financial year 2023-24 in the statement of Profit and Loss.
4. DIVIDEND:-
During the year under review, your Directors have not recommended any Dividend on
Equity Shares of the Company.
5. DEPOSITS:-
During the year under review, your Company has neither invited nor accepted any Public
Deposits within the meaning of Section 73 of the Companies Act, 2013 read with Companies
(Acceptance of Deposit) Rules, 2014.
6. DIRECTORS AND KEY MANAGERIAL PERSONNEL:-
The Board comprises of the following Directors at the beginning of financial year:
? Mrs. Ilaben Kapadia - |
Chairperson & Director |
? Mrs. Shhalu Kapadia - |
Non-Executive Director |
? Mrs. Nidhi Joshi - |
Independent Director |
? Mr. Kantilal Patel - |
Independent Director |
There was no change in the Board during the year. As per the provisions of the
Companies act, 2013, Mrs. Shhalu Kapadia, Non-Executive Director of the Company retires by
rotation at the ensuing Annual General Meeting and being eligible, seeks re-appointment.
Relevant resolution (Ordinary) seeking Shareholders approval forms part of the Notice.
Pursuant to the provisions of Section 203 of the Act, the Key Managerial Personnel of
the Company as on 31st March, 2024 are:
? Mr. Tejuskumar Kapadia - |
Chief Executive Officer |
? Mr. Rakesh Kapadia - |
Chief Financial Officer |
? Ms. Asha Sharma - |
Company Secretary |
During the year Mrs. Ankita Raj Bhikadia has resigned as Company Secretary w.e.f.
25.05.2023 and Ms. Asha Sharma appointed as Company Secretary w.e.f. 02.09.2023.
7. DECLARATION FROM INDEPENDENT DIRECTORS:-
The Company has received the following declarations from all the Independent Directors
confirming that:
? They meet the criteria of independence as prescribed under the provisions of the
Companies Act, read with the Schedule and Rules issued thereunder, and the SEBI (Listing
Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015. There has been no change in
the circumstances affecting their status as Independent Directors of the Company; and
None of the Directors of the Company are disqualified for being appointed as Directors
as specified in Section 164(2) of the Act and Rule 14(1) of the Companies (Appointment and
Qualification of Directors) Rules, 2014.
8. SHARE CAPITAL:-
During the year under review, the Authorized Share Capital of the Company remains
unchanged to Rs. 9,00,00,000/- divided into 90,00,000 equity shares of Rs. 10/- each.
The Paid Up Share Capital of the Company was Rs. 6,72,85,070/- divided into 67,28,507
equity shares of Rs. 10/- each.
There was no change in the Share capital structure of the Company.
9. RELATED PARTY TRANSACTIONS:-
During the year under review, all the transactions with related parties were reviewed
and approved by the Audit Committee of the Company.
Accordingly, details of the same that are required to be reported in form AOC-2 in
terms of Section 134 of the Companies Act, 2013 is attached herewith as Annexure-1.
The same has been provided in the notes to the Financial Statements.
10. MEETINGS OF BOARD OF DIRECTORS &COMMITTEE:-
During the year under review, 7 (Seven) meetings of the Board of Directors were held.
The intervening gap between the Meetings did not exceed the period as prescribed under the
Companies Act, 2013 and the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements)
Regulations, 2015. The details of which are provided in Annexure-2.
The details pertaining to the constitution and composition of Committees of the Board
and their meetings held during the year are provided in Annexure-2.
11. MEETINGS OF MEMBERS:-
During the year under review, 15th Annual General Meeting of the Company was held on
30th September, 2023. No Extra-Ordinary General Meeting was held during the year.
12. DIRECTORS' RESPONSIBILITY STATEMENT:-
Pursuant to the provisions of Section 134 of the Companies Act, 2013, the Board of
Directors to the best of their knowledge and ability, confirm that-
(i) in the preparation of the Annual Accounts for the year ended 31st March, 2024, the
applicable accounting standards have been followed and no material departures have been
made for the same;
(ii) appropriate accounting policies have been selected and applied them consistently
and judgments and estimates have been made that are reasonable and prudent so as to give a
true and fair view of the state of affairs of the Company at the end of the financial year
31st March, 2023 and of the profit of the Company for that period;
(iii) proper and sufficient care have been taken for maintenance of adequate accounting
records in accordance with the provisions of the Companies Act, 2013 for safeguarding the
assets of the Company and for preventing and detecting fraud and other irregularities;
(iv) the annual accounts have been prepared on a "going concern" basis;
(v) the internal financial controls laid down are properly followed and are adequate
and operating effectively;
(vi) the proper systems to ensure compliance with the provisions of all applicable laws
have been devised and such systems were adequate and operating effectively.
13. EXTRACT OF ANNUAL RETURN:-
The Annual Return of the Company as on 31st March, 2024 in Form MGT - 7 in accordance
with Section 92(3) of the Act read with the Companies (Management and Administration)
Rules, 2014, is available on the Company's website www.titaaniumten.co.in.
14. PARTICULARS OF LOANS, GUARANTEES AND INVESTMENTS:-
Details of Loans, Guarantees and Investments made by the Company pursuant to the
provisions of Section 186 of the Companies Act, 2013 read with the Companies (Meetings of
Board and its Powers) Rules, 2014 during the year under review are provided in the notes
to the Financial Statements.
15. AUDITORS:-
(A) STATUTORY AUDITORS:-
M/s. Karma & Co LLP, Chartered Accountants (having Firm Registration No.127544W)
are Statutory Auditors of the Company, who were appointed in 13th Annual General Meeting
held on 28.09.2021 holds office until the conclusion of the 18th Annual General Meeting.
(B) INTERNAL AUDITORS:-
The Board of the Company has appointed M/s. Dharan Shah & Associates, Chartered
Accountants, Surat as Internal Auditors of the Company.
(C) COST AUDITORS:-
Provisions related to Cost Auditor are not applicable to the Company.
16. BOARD EVALUATION:-
The Board of Directors has carried out an annual evaluation of its own performance,
board committees and Individual Directors pursuant to the provisions of the Act and the
corporate governance requirements as prescribed by SEBI (Listing Obligations and
Disclosure Requirements), Regulations
2015 ("SEBI listing Regulations").
The performance of the Board was evaluated by the Board after seeking inputs from all
the Directors on the basis of the criteria such as the Board composition and structure,
effectiveness of Board processes, Information and functioning, etc.
The performance of the committees was evaluated by the Board after seeking inputs from
the committee members on the basis of the criteria such as the composition of committees,
effectiveness of committee meetings, etc.
The Board and the Nomination and Remuneration Committee reviewed the performance of the
individual Directors on the basis of the criteria such as the contribution of the
Individual Director to the Board and Committee Meetings like preparedness on the issues to
be discussed, meaningful and constructive contribution and inputs in meetings, etc. In
addition, the Chairman was also evaluated on the key aspects of his role.
In a separate meeting of Independent Directors, performance of Non-Independent
Directors, performance of the Board as a whole and performance of the Chairman was
evaluated, taking into account the views of Executive Directors and Non-Executive
Directors. The same was discussed in the Board meeting that followed the meeting of the
Independent Directors, at which the performance of the Board, its Committees and
Individual Directors was also discussed. Performance evaluation of Independent Directors
was done by the entire Board, excluding the Independent Director being evaluated.
17. INTERNAL FINANCIAL CONTROL SYSTEM AND THEIR ADEQUACY:-
The Company has adequate system of internal controls commensuration with the size of
its operation and business, to ensure that all assets are safeguarded and protected
against loss from unauthorized use or disposition, and to ensure that all the business
transactions are authorized, recorded and reported correctly and adequately.
The Company has appointed Internal Auditors and the scope and authority of the Internal
Audit function is defined. To maintain its objectivity and independence, the Internal
Audit function reports to the Chairman of the Audit Committee of the Board. Based on the
report of internal audit and process the Company undertakes corrective action in their
respective areas and thereby strengthens the controls. Significant audit observations and
corrective actions thereon, if any, are presented to the Audit Committee of the Board.
The Company works in a dynamic business environment and adopts the appropriate internal
financial controls, to establish reliability of financial reporting and the preparation of
financial statements for external purposes, in accordance with the generally accepted
accounting principles. It includes inducting and maintaining such business policies and
procedures as may be required to successfully conduct the business of the Company and
maintain such records as to correctly record the business transaction, assets and
liabilities of the Company in such a way that they help in prevention & detection of
frauds & errors and timely completion of the financial statements.
18. CORPORATE GOVERNANCE:-
The Company being listed on the SME Platform of BSE Limited. Therefore, the Regulation
15(2)(b) of SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015,
Regulation 27 of SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015
and Part C of Schedule V relating to compliance of Corporate Governance shall not
applicable to the Company.
19. POLICY: -
VIGIL MECHANISM (WHISTLE BLOWER POLICY): -
The Company has adopted Vigil Mechanism/Whistle Blower Policy in accordance with the
provisions of Section 177 of the Companies Act, 2013 read with Rule 7 of the Companies
(Meetings of Board and its Powers) Rules, 2014 and Regulation 22 of the SEBI (Listing
Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015.
Under this policy, your Company encourages its employees to report any reporting of
fraudulent financial or other information to the stakeholders, and any conduct that
results in violation of the Company's code of business conduct, to the management (on an
anonymous basis, if employees so desire). Further, your Company has prohibited
discrimination, retaliation or harassment of any kind against any employees who, based on
the employee's reasonable belief that such conduct or practice have occurred or are
occurring, reports that information or participates in the investigation. The Vigil
Mechanism/Whistle Blower Policy is being made available on the Company's website
www.titaaniumten.co.in.
REMUNERATION POLICY: -
Pursuant to provision of Section 178(3) of the Companies Act, 2013, the Board has
framed a Policy for selection, appointment and remuneration of Directors and Key
Managerial Personnel including criteria for determining qualifications, positive
attributes and independence of Directors. The Remuneration Policy has been uploaded on the
Company's website www.titaaniumten.co.in.
20. JOINT VENTURES, SUBSIDIARIES AND ASSOCIATES:-
As on 31st March, 2024, your Company does not have any Joint Ventures, Subsidiaries and
Associates Company.
21. CONSERVATION OF ENERGY, TECHNOLOGY ABSORPTION, FOREIGN
EXCHANGE EARNING AND OUTGO:-
The particulars required to be included in terms of Section 134(3)(m) of the Companies
Act, 2013 with regard to Conservation of Energy, Technology absorption, Foreign Exchange
earnings and outgo are given below:
a. Conservation of Energy:
The Company is engaged in production.However, the Company is using electricity,
generators and invertors in office and Regular steps have been taken to improve energy
consumption by using LED lights in office premises. Further, during the year, your Company
has made additions to the Plant and Machinery, details of which are provided in the notes
attached to the Financial Statements. Your Company is using Electricity as source of
energy only. b. Technology Absorption:
The project of your Company has no technology absorption, hence no particulars are
offered.
c. Foreign Exchange Earning and Outgo:
The details of foreign Exchange earnings and expenditure of the Company is provided in
the notes attached to the Financial Statements.
22. CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY [CSR]:-
The provisions of the CSR expenditure and Composition of Committee as provided in the
Section 135 of the Companies Act, 2013 is not applicable to the Company.
23. RATIO OF DIRECTORS' REMUNERATION TO MEDIAN EMPLOYEES'
REMUNERATION AND OTHER DISCLOSURES:-
Pursuant to provisions of Section 197 of Companies Act, 2013 read with Rule 5(1) of the
Companies (Appointment and Remuneration of Managerial Personnel) Rules, 2014, the details
of employees given in the Annexure-3.
During the year, none of the employees received remuneration in excess of the
prescribed limit in accordance with the provisions of Section 197 of the Companies Act,
2013 read with Companies (Appointment and Remuneration of Managerial Personnel) Rules,
2014. Therefore, there is noinformation to disclose in terms of the provisions of the
Companies Act, 2013.
24. DISCLOSURES UNDER SEXUAL HARASSMENT OF WOMEN AT WORKPLACE
(PREVENTION, PROHIBITION & REDRESSAL) ACT, 2013:-
During the year under review, no complaints were received by the Company relating to
sexual harassment at workplace. Further, the Company ensures that there is a healthy and
safe atmosphere for every women employees at the workplace.
25. SECRETARIAL AUDIT:-
The Board of the Company has appointed M/s. Dhirren R. Dave & Co., Company
Secretaries in Practice, Surat as the Secretarial Auditor to conduct an Audit of the
secretarial records for the financial year 2023-24.
Explanation to Qualifications in Secretarial Audit Report :
Regarding qualification in Secretarial Audit Report, Board is of the opinion that due
to change in kmp delay in compliance happened during the year and company is taking all
possible actions to avoid such delays/non-compliance in future.
The Secretarial Audit Report in form MR-3 is attached to this report as Annexure-4.
26. MANAGEMENT'S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS REPORT:-
The Management Discussion and Analysis Report provides a perspective of economic and
social aspects material to your Company's strategy and its ability to create and sustain
value to your Company's key stakeholders. Pursuant to the provisions of Regulation 34 read
with Schedule V of the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Listing Obligations and
Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015, the Management's Discussion and Analysis
Report capturing your Company's performance, industry trends and other material changes
with respect to your Company is attached to this report as Annexure-5.
27. CEO / CFO CERTIFICATION:-
In terms of Regulation 17(8) of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure
Requirements) Regulations, the CEO and CFO has certified to the Board of Directors of the
Company with regard to the financial statements and other matters specified in the said
regulation for the financial year 2023-24. The certificate received from CEO and CFO is
attached herewith as per Annexure-6.
28. AUDITORS' CERTIFICATE ON CORPORATE GOVERNANCE:-
The Company being listed on the SME Platform of BSE Limited. Hence, as per the
exemptions available to SME Listed Companies, Auditors' Certificate on Corporate
Governance is not provided.
29. CODE OF CONDUCT:-
The Board has laid down a specific code of Conduct for all Board Members and Senior
Management of the Company. All the Board Members and Senior Management Personnel have
affirmed compliance with the Code on annual basis. In this regard certificate from
Managing Directors as required under Schedule V of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and
Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015 has been received by the Board and the same is
attached to this report as Annexure-7.
30. MATERIAL CHANGES AND COMMITMENTS AFFECTING THE FINANCIAL POSITION OF THE COMPANY
BETWEEN THE END OF THE FINANCIAL YEAR AND THE DATE OF THE BOARD REPORT: -
During the year under review, there have been no material changes and commitments,
which affect the financial position of the company which have occurred between the end of
the financial year to which the financial statements relate and the date of this Report.
31. MAINTENANCE OF COST RECORDS:-
The company is not required to maintain Cost Records as specified by Central Government
under section 148(1) of the Companies Act, 2013, and accordingly such accounts and records
are not made and maintained.
32. RISK MANAGEMENT:-
A well-defined risk management mechanism covering the risk mapping and trend analysis,
risk exposure, potential impact and risk mitigation process is in place. The objective of
the mechanism is to minimize the impact of risks identified and taking advance actions to
mitigate it. The mechanism works on the principles of probability of occurrence and
impact, if triggered. A detailed exercise is being carried out to identify, evaluate,
monitor and manage both business and non-business risks.
The Company has been exempt under Regulation 21 of the SEBI (Listing Obligation and
Disclosure requirements) Regulations, 2015 from reporting of risk management.
33. CHANGE IN THE NATURE OF BUSINESS:-
For sustained growth in the future, Company wants to rely on its main business only.
Hence, there is no change in the nature of the business of the Company during the year.
34. INSURANCE:-
Your Company has taken appropriate insurance for all assets against foreseeable perils.
35. SIGNIFICANT AND MATERIAL ORDERS PASSED BY THE REGULATORS OR COURTS OR TRIBUNALS:-
During the year under review, no significant or material orders were passed by the
Regulators or Courts or Tribunals which would impact the going concern status of the
Company and its operations in future.
36. SECRETARIAL STANDARDS COMPLIANCE:-
During the year under review, your Company has complied with all the applicable
Secretarial Standards issued by the Institute of Company Secretaries of India and approved
by the Central Government pursuant to Section 118 of the Companies Act, 2013.
37. HUMAN RESOURCES: -
The Company treats its "Human Resources" as one of its most important assets.
The Company's culture promotes an environment that is transparent, flexible, fulfilling
and purposeful. The Company is driven by passionate and highly engaged workforce. This is
evident from the fact that the Company continues to remain the industry benchmark for
talent retention.
Your Company continuously invests in attraction, retention and development of talent on
an ongoing basis. A number of programs that provide focused people attention are currently
underway. The Company thrust is on the promotion of talent internally through job rotation
and job enlargement.
During the year under review, there was a cordial relationship with all the employees.
The Directors would like to acknowledge and appreciate the contribution of all employees
towards the performance of the Company.
38. ACKNOWLEDGEMENT:-
Your Directors take this opportunity to thank the customers, shareholders, suppliers,
bankers, business partners/associates, auditors, consultants, financial institutions and
Central and State Governments for their consistent support and encouragement to the
Company. The Directors appreciate and value the contribution made by every members of the
company.
Your Company has been able to perform efficiently because of the culture of
professionalism, creativity, integrity and continuous improvement in all functions and
areas as well as the efficient utilization of the Company's resources for sustainable and
profitable growth.
For and on behalf of the Board |
TITAANIUM TEN ENTERPRISE LIMITED |
SHHALU TEJAAS KAPADIA |
(DIRECTOR) |
(DIN: 02298855) |
Place: Surat |
Date: 31-08-2024 |
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