Dear Members,
Your directors have pleasure in presenting the 14th Annual Report of your Company (the company or UTSL) along with the Audited Standalone and Consolidated Financial Statements, for the Financial Year ended 31st March, 2024. The performance of the company has been referred to wherever required.
FINANCIALS HIGHLIGHTS
Particulars | Standalone | Consolidated | ||
Year Ended 31st March 2024 | Year Ended 31st March 2023 | Year Ended 31st March 2024 | Year Ended 31st March 2023 | |
Total Revenue | 5008.77 | 3458.15 | 5007.38 | 3594.00 |
Total Expenses | 4942.68 | 3450.80 | 4956.91 | 3517.38 |
Profit /(Loss) before exceptional items and Tax | 66.09 | 7.35 | 50.47 | 76.62 |
Exceptional ltems | (163.63) | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 |
Profit /(Loss) before Tax | (97.54) | 7.35 | 50.47 | 76.62 |
Less: | ||||
1. Current Tax | - | - | - | - |
2. Deferred Tax | (03.74) | 15.79 | (3.74) | 15.79 |
Profit or Loss After Tax | (93.80) | (8.44) | 54.21 | 60.83 |
Other Comprehensive Income | 23.01 | 22.26 | 20.28 | 29.39 |
Profit for the period | (70.79) | 13.83 | 74.50 | 90.22 |
Earning Per Equity Share (EPS) | ||||
(1) Basic | (0.88) | (0.08) | 0.51 | 0.57 |
(2) Diluted | (0.88) | (0.08) | 0.51 | 0.57 |
COMPANYS PERFORMANCE
Standalone Performance highlights
The total revenue for the year ended March 31, 2024, was Rs. 5008.77 Lakhs, compared to Rs. 3458.15 Lakhs for the previous year. The company incurred a loss of Rs. 70.79 Lakhs. The Earnings per Share (EPS) for the financial year 2023-24 was Rs. (0.88).
Consolidated Performance highlights
During the financial year under review, on a consolidated basis, the total revenue was Rs. 5007.38 Lakhs for the year ended March 31, 2024, compared to Rs. 3594.00 Lakhs for the previous year. The company reported a profit of Rs. 74.50 Lakhs. The Earnings per Share (EPS) for the financial year 2023-24 was Rs. 0.51.
FUTURE PROSPECTS
Telecom has been globally recognized as backbone of all present and future advancements. As the Company deals in Telecom support services, the system integration capabilities which have been built over decade can be easily utilized for geographic expansion as well as expansion in fast growing sectors like E-surveillance and Electric Charging Infrastructure.
DIVIDEND
The Board of Director to conserve the resources of the Company and maintain the liquidity has decided not to be declaring dividend on Equity Shares for the year ended 31st March 2024.
TRANSFER TO RESERVES
There is no mandatory requirement for transfer of the profits to the general reserves, therefore, to provide an open-ended opportunity to utilize the profits towards the Company activities, during the year under review the Board have not considered appropriate to transfer any amount to the general reserves
CHANGE IN CONTROL AND NATURE OF BUSINESS
There is no change in control and nature of business activities during the period under review.
BUSINESS TRANSFER
There is no transfer of business during the period under review.
DEPOSITORY SYSTEM:
All the equity shares of the Company are in dematerialized form at National Securities Depository Limited and Central Depository Services India Limited.
SHARE CAPITAL
The paid-up Equity Share Capital as on 31st March, 2024 was Rs. 10,69,31,200 divided into 10693120 equity shares of Rs. 10/- each. There is no change in Equity Share Capital of the Company during the year.
MANAGEMENTS DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS REPORT
Management Discussion and Analysis Report for the financial year 2023-24, as stipulated under Regulation 34(2)(e) of Securities and Exchange Board of India (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015 is presented in a separate section forming part of this Annual Report, is annexed as "Annexure - I" and gives detail of overall industry structure, developments performance and state of affairs of the Companys operations during the year.
ANNUALRETURN
Pursuant to Section 92 (3) read with Section 134(3)(a) of the Companies Act, 2013, , the Annual Return of the Company for the financial year ended 31st March, 2024 has been uploaded on the website of the Company and the web link of the same https://uni-info.co.in/wp- content/uploads/2024/08/Annual-Return-2023-24.pdf
DIRECTORS RESPONSIBILITY STATEMENT
Pursuant to section 134(3)(c) read with section 134(5) of the Companies Act, 2013, the Board of Directors, to the best of their knowledge and ability, confirm that: -
a) In the preparation of the annual accounts for the year ended 31st March, 2024, the applicable accounting standards followed along with proper explanation relating to material departures, if any;
b) The Directors have selected such accounting policies and applied them consistently and made judgments and estimates that are reasonable and prudent so as to give a true and fair view of the state of affairs of the Company as at 31st March, 2024 and of the profit of the Company for the year ended on that date;
c) The proper and sufficient care for the maintenance of adequate accounting records in accordance with the provisions of the Act for safeguarding the assets of the Company and for preventing and detecting fraud and other irregularities;
d) The Annual Financial Statements have been prepared on a going concern basis;
e) The proper internal financial controls to be followed by the Company and that such internal financial controls are adequate and are operating effectively; and
f) The Directors have devised proper systems to ensure compliance with the provisions of all applicable laws and that such systems are adequate and operating effectively.
Based on the framework of internal financial controls and compliance systems established and maintained by the Company, the work performed by the internal, statutory and secretarial auditors and external consultants, including the audit of internal financial controls over financial reporting by the statutory auditors and the reviews performed by management and the relevant board committees, including the audit committee, the Board is of the opinion that the Companys internal financial controls were adequate and effective during FY 2024
INTERNAL FINANCIAL CONTROLS AND THEIR ADEQUACY
The Company has adequate financial control procedure commensurate with its size and nature of business. These controls include well defined policies, guidelines, and standard operating procedure, authorization and approval procedures. The internal financial control of the Company is adequate to ensure the accuracy and completeness of the accounting records, timely preparation of reliable financial information, prevention and detection of frauds and errors, safeguarding of the assets, and that the business is conducted in an orderly and efficient manner.
INTERNALAUDITORS
Internal Audit for the financial year 2023-24 was conducted by M/s Rawka Agrawal & Co., Chartered Accountants. The idea behind conducting Internal Audit is to examine that the Company is carrying out its operations effectively and performing the processes, procedures and functions as per the prescribed norms. The Internal Auditor reviewed the adequacy and efficiency of the key internal controls guided by the Audit Committee.
The Company has re-appointed M/s Rawka Agrawal & Co., Chartered Accountants, Indore in the Board Meeting held on 26th May, 2023 for financial year 2023-24. The purpose of this Internal Audit is to examine that the process and procedures followed and the operations carried out by the company meet with the requirements prescribed by SEBI, Stock Exchange and Companies Act, 2013.
DIRECTORS AND KEY MANAGERIAL PERSON
As on March 31,2024, the Company has six Directors with an optimum combination of Executive and Non-Executive Directors including one women director.
In compliance with the provisions of Sections 149 and 152 read with Schedule IV and all other applicable provisions of the Companies Act, 2013 and the Companies (Appointment and Qualification of Directors) Rules, 2014 (including any statutory modification(s) or re-enactment thereof for the time being in force) and SEBI (LODR) Regulation 2015, the composition of Board of Directors and Key Managerial Personnel as on March 31,2024 are as follows:
Key Managerial Person Name | DIN/PAN | Designation |
1. Mr. Kishore Kumar Bhuradia | 03257728 | Chairman & Managing Director |
2. Mr. Pranay Kumar Parwal | 03257731 | Whole time Director |
3. Mr. Anil Kumar Jain | 00370633 | Whole time Director |
4. Mr. Prakash Chandra Chhajed | 08037849 | Non-Executive Independent Director |
5. Mrs. Sudha Rathi | 00353472 | Non-Executive Independent Director |
6. Mr. Manish Sharma | 10259255 | Non-Executive Independent Director |
7. Mr Brijesh Kumar Shrivastava | - | Chief Financial Officer |
8. Mr. Sandeep Patel | - | Company Secretary & Compliance Officer |
CHANGES IN DIRECTORS & KEY MANAGERIAL PERSONNEL - Board of Directors
The Change in Directors of the Company are as follow
Name | Designation | Appointment/Cessation | Effective Date |
1. Pramod Deogirikar | Non-Executive Independent Director | Cessation | 11th August, 2023 |
2. Manish Sharma | Non-Executive Independent Director | Appointment | 12th August, 2023 |
- Key Managerial Personnel
The Change in Key managerial personal of the Company are as follow
Name | Designation | Appointment/Cessation | Effective Date |
1. Astha Jain | Company Secretary & Compliance Officer | Cessation | 26th May, 2023 |
2. Sandeep Patel | Company Secretary & Compliance Officer | Appointment | 27th May, 2023 |
3. Mr. Anil Kumar Jain | Chief Financial Officer | Cessation | 04th September, 2023 |
4. Mr Brijesh Kumar Shrivastava | Chief Financial Officer | Appointment | 05th September, 2023 |
RETIREMENT BY ROTATION
In accordance with the provisions of Section 152 of the Companies Act, 2013 and in terms of the Articles of Association of the Company, Mr. Pranay Kumar Parwal (Whole time Director) (DIN: 03257731) is liable to retire by rotation and being eligible, seeks re-appointment at the ensuing Annual General Meeting. Mr. Pranay Kumar Parwal is not disqualified under Section 164(2) of the Companies Act, 2013. Board of Directors recommends his re-appointment in the best interest of the Company.
DECLARATION BY INDEPENDENT DIRECTORS
All the Independent Directors have given their declaration of Independence stating that they meet the criteria of independence as prescribed under section 149(6) of the Companies Act, 2013 and the SEBI (LODR) Regulations, 2015. Your Board of directors is of the opinion that all the Independent Directors fulfill the criteria as laid down under the Companies Act, 2013 and the SEBI (LODR) Regulations, 2015 during the year 2023-24. All the Independent Directors have also registered themselves with Independent Directors Databank.
CODE OF CONDUCT FOR INDEPENDENT DIRECTORS
The Company has also placed the Code of Conduct for Independent Directors. This Code is a guide to professional conduct for Independent Directors. Adherence to these standards by Independent Directors and fulfillment of their responsibilities in a professional and faithful manner will promote confidence of the investment community, particularly minority shareholders, regulators and Companies in the institution of Independent Directors. Further as per the provisions of Regulation 16(1)(b) of the SEBI (LODR) Regulations, 2015 the directors are not aware of any circumstance or situation, which exits or may be reasonable anticipated that could impair or impact his ability to discharge his duties with an objective independent judgment and without any external influence and that they are independent of the management.
MEETINGS OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS
The Board meets at regular intervals to discuss and decide on Company/business policy and strategy apart from other Board business:
The Board met 06 (Six) Meetings of the Board were held on the following dates during the financial year 2023-24:
1. Friday, 26th May, 2023;
2. Friday, 11th August,, 2023;
3. Monday, 4th September, 2023;
4. Thursday, 9th November, 2023;
5. Wednesday, 6th December, 2023
6. Wednesday, 14th February, 2024.
Details of such meetings are provided in the Corporate Governance Report, which forms part of this report.
The intervening gap between the Meetings was within the period prescribed under the Companies Act, 2013/SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015.
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 SEBI Listing Regulations.
The performance of the board was evaluated by the Board after seeking inputs from all the directors on the basis of 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 criteria such as the composition of committees, effectiveness of committee meetings, etc.
The above criteria are broadly based on the Guidance Note on Board Evaluation issued by the Securities and Exchange Board of India on Novermber 9, 2023. In a separate meeting of Independent Directors, performance of Non-Independent directors, the Board as a whole and Chairman of the Company was evaluated, taking into account the views of executive directors and non-executive directors.
The Board and the Nomination and Remuneration Committee reviewed the performance of individual directors on the basis of 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.
At the board meeting that followed the meeting of the independent directors and meeting of Nomination and Remuneration Committee, 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.
MATERIAL CHANGES Material Changes and Commitments:
There has been no material changes and commitments affecting the financial position of the Company between the financial year ended on 31st March, 2024 and date of this report. There has been no change in the nature of business of the Company.
Significant and Material orders passed by the Regulators or Courts or Tribunals impacting the going concern status of the Company:
There are no significant and material orders passed by the Regulators / Courts / Tribunals, which would impact the going concern status of the Company and its future operation.
NOMINATION AND REMUNERATION POLICY
The Company has a policy for selection and appointment of Directors, KMPs and Senior Management Personnel and for determination of their remuneration. The salient features of Nomination & Remuneration Policy are stated in the Corporate Governance Report. In addition, the Chairman was also evaluated on the key aspects of his role. The Nomination & Remuneration Policy duly approved by the Board has been posted on the Companys website https://uni-info.co.in/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/Nomination-Remuneration-Policy-1.pdf
BOARD COMMITTEE
In accordance with the Companies Act, 2013 and the SEBI (LODR) Regulations, 2015 and other purposes the Board has the following Four (4) committees:
1. Audit Committee;
2. Nomination and Remuneration Committee;
3. Stakeholders Relationship Committee and;
4. Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Committee
The composition of all Committees has been stated under Corporate Governance Report forms an integral part of Annual Report. SUBSIDIARIES, JOINT VENTURES AND ASSOCIATE COMPANIES
The Company has 2 wholly owned subsidiaries as on 31st March, 2024. There are no associates or joint venture companies with the meaning of Section 2(6) of the Companies Act, 2013 ("Act").
The Board of Directors during the year taken the following decision regarding our subsidiaries, Uni Info Telecom Services (Private) Limited in Sri Lanka, Uniinfo Technologies QFZ LLC in Qatar, and Uniinfo Telecom Services (Thailand) Limited in Thailand.
1. Closure of Uni Info Telecom Services (Private) Limited in Sri Lanka and Uniinfo Technologies QFZ LLC at their meeting held on 04th September, 2023, approved the closure of Uni Info Telecom Services (Private) Limited in Sri Lanka and Uniinfo Technologies QFZ LLC in Qatar. Despite initial plans, no business operations were initiated in these subsidiaries. The closure processes for both entities are currently underway.
2. Voluntary Liquidation of Uniinfo Telecom Services (Thailand) Limited: Following further evaluation, the Board decided to proceed with the voluntary liquidation of Uniinfo Telecom Services (Thailand) Limited, a wholly owned subsidiary of our company in Thailand. The resolution for this was passed at the meeting held on 06th December, 2024. We are pleased to report that the voluntary liquidation process was successfully completed on 9th February, 2024. We have received Certificate No. 10091220118396 from the Office of Partnerships and Companies in Thailand confirming the completion of the liquidation.
The Board of Directors in their meeting held on 06th December, 2023 have approved the write-off of the Overseas Direct Investment (ODI) of Rs. 47.24 Lakhs in equity capital, Rs 110.69 Lakhs in loan and Rs. 5.70 Lakhs in Interest accounts pertaining to UniInfo Telecom Services (Thailand) Limited for liquidation and form AOC-1 for UniInfo Telecom Services (Thailand) Limited is not required.
These decisions reflect our commitment to optimizing our operational structure and focusing on ventures that align closely with our strategic goals. We believe that these actions will streamline our operations and enhance shareholder value in the long term.
Pursuant to the provisions of Section 136 of the Act, the financial statements of the Company, consolidated financial statements, are available on the website of the Company www.uni-info.co.in
Further, Pursuant to the provisions of Section 129 of the Companies Act, 2013, a statement containing the salient features of financial statements of the Companys subsidiaries in Form AOC-1 is attached as "Annexure - II" and forms part of this report.
AUDIT COMMITTEE
The details pertaining to the composition of the Audit Committee are included in the Corporate Governance Report, which is a part of this report.
LISTING & DEPOSITORY FEE
The Company has paid Annual Listing Fee for the financial year 2023-24 and 2024-25 to National Stock Exchange of India Ltd. according to the prescribed norms & regulations.
PARTICULARS OF EMPLOYEES
In accordance with the provisions of Section 197 of the Companies Act, 2013 ("the Act") read with Rule 5 of the Companies (Appointment and Remuneration of Managerial Personnel) Rules, 2014 in respect of employees of the Company, will be provided upon request. In terms of Section 136 of the Act, the Report and Accounts are being sent to the members and others entitled thereto, excluding the information on employees particulars which is available for inspection by the members at the Registered Office of the Company during business hours on working days of the Company up to the date of the ensuing AGM. If any member is interested in obtaining a copy thereof, such member may write to the Company Secretary of the Company in this regard.
In terms of the provisions of Section 197(12) of the Act read with Rules 5(2) and 5(3) of the Companies (Appointment and Remuneration of Managerial Personnel) Rules, 2014, a statement showing the names and other particulars of employees drawing remuneration in excess of the limits set out in the said Rules forms part of this report, is annexed herewith as "Annexure - III".
CODE FOR PROHIBITION OF INSIDER TRADING
In view of the SEBI (Prohibition of Insider Trading) Regulation, 2015 the Company has adopted a Code of Conduct for Prevention of Insider Trading with a view to regulate trading in securities by the Directors and designated employees of the Company and amended Code/Policy were also hosted on the website of Company at the URL: https://uni-info.co.in/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/Code-of-Conduct-for- Prevention-of-Insider-T rading.pdf
The Code requires Trading Plan, pre-clearance for dealing in the Companys shares and prohibits the purchase or sale of Company shares by the Directors and the designated employees while in possession of unpublished price sensitive information in relation to the Company and during the period when the Trading Window is closed.
PARTICULARS OF LOANS, GUARANTEES OR AND INVESTMENTS
Particulars of loans given, investments made, guarantees given and securities provided along with the purpose for which the loan or guarantee or security is proposed to be utilized by the recipient are provided in the Financial Statement (Please refer to Notes of the Financial Statement).
DISCLOSURE REQUIREMENTS
- As per the Provisions of the SEBI (LODR) Regulation, 2015, the corporate governance report with auditors certificate thereon and management discussion and analysis are attached, which form part of this report.
- Details of the familiarization programme of the independent directors are available on the website of the Company https://uni-info.co.in
- The Company has formulated and published a Whistle Blower Policy to provide Vigil Mechanism for employees including directors of the Company to report genuine concerns. The provisions of this policy are in line with the provisions of the Section 177(9) of the Act; the whistle blowing Policy is available on the companys website https://uni-info.co.in/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/Vigil- Mechanism.pdf.
DISCLOSURE UNDER THE SEXUAL HARASSMENT OF WOMEN AT WORKPLACE (PREVENTION, AND REDRESSAL) ACT, 2013
UTSL is committed to provide the healthy environment to all its employees, the company has in place a Prevention of the Sexual Harassment Policy and an Internal complaints committee as per the requirements of Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013, The policy aims at educating employees on conduct that constitute sexual harassment, ways and means to prevent occurrence of any such incident, and the mechanism for dealing with such incident, and the mechanism for dealing with such incident in the unlikely event of its occurrence. The Company has also constituted an Internal Committee as required under Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013 and rules made there under. The Prevention of the Sexual Harassment Policy is available on the companys website https://uni-info.co.in/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/Prevention-of-Sexual-Harassment.pdf.
Internal Complaint Committee comprises of the following:
1. Mrs. Swati Deo Presiding Officer
2. Ms. Ragini Sen Member
3. Mrs. Sudha Rathi Member
4. Mr. Rajesh Sahani Member
5. Mr. Anil Mundra Member
Statement showing the number of complaints filed and the number of complaints pending as on the end of the financial year is shown as under:-
Category | No. of complaints pending at the beginning of F.Y. 2023-24 | No. of complaints filed during the F.Y. 2023-24 | No. of complaints pending as at the end of F.Y. 2023-24 |
Sexual Harassment | Nil | Nil | Nil |
RELATED PARTY TRANSACTIONS
During the period under review, all related party transactions that were entered on an arms length basis and in the ordinary course of business, there are no materially significant related party transactions made by the Company with Promoters, Directors, KMPs or other designated persons which may have a potential conflict with the interest of the Company at large. Since, there are no material related party transactions in the company. Therefore, the company is not required to attach Form AOC-2 with this report.
The Policy on Related Party Transactions is approved by the Board is available at the web link: https://uni-info.co.in/wp- content/uploads/2021/07/AmendedPolicvonRelatedPartvTransaction.pdf
PUBLIC DEPOSITS
Your Company has not accepted any deposits from the public falling within the purview of Section 73 and 74 of the Companies Act, 2013 read together with the Companies (Acceptance of Deposits) Rules, 2014, and therefore, there was no principal or interest outstanding as on the date of the Balance Sheet.
CODE OF CONDUCT
In compliance with Regulation 26(3) of Securities and Exchange Board of India (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015, and the Companies Act, 2013 the Company has framed and adopted a Code of Conduct (the "Code"). The Code is applicable to the Members of the Board, the Senior Management, Officers and Employees of the Company.
All the Members of the Board, the Senior Management, Officers and Employees have affirmed compliance to the Code as on 31st March, 2024. Declaration to this effect, signed by Managing Director cum CEO, forms part of the Annual Report.
CORPORATE GOVERNANCE
Your Companys Corporate Governance Practices are a reflection of the value system encompassing culture, Policies and relationships with its stakeholders. Integrity and transparency are a key to Corporate Governance Practices to ensure that the Company gain and retain the trust of its stakeholders at all times. Your Company is committed for highest standard of Corporate Governance in adherence of Securities and Exchange Board of India (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015. Pursuant to Regulation 34(3) read with Schedule V of Securities and Exchange Board of India (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015 with the Stock Exchanges, a Report on Corporate Governance forms an integral part of this Annual Report.
Pursuant to the migration of Uniinfo Telecom Services Limited the Company presents its report on Corporate Governance, in accordance with the Regulation 34 of the SEBI (LODR) Regulations, 2015, ensuring that we follow the corporate governance guidelines and diligently follow best corporate practices.
The particulars of disclosures on the Corporate Governance Report along with the Certificate from a Practicing Company Secretary, certifying compliance with conditions of Corporate Governance, required under Section C of Schedule V of SEBI (LODR) Regulations, 2015 is annexed herewith as "Annexure - IV" to this Boards Report.
CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY
The Company has constituted Corporate Social Responsibility Committee under the Chairmanship of Mrs. Sudha Rathi, Independent Director ofthe Company, in order to conduct and review Corporate Social Responsibility activities in a prudent manner.
During the year 2022-23 the Company has earned a profit (Profit before Tax) of Rs. 7.35 Lakhs which is less that the limit prescribed under Section 135 of the Companies Act, 2013, therefore the applicability of CSR does not arise to the Company in the Year 2023-24.
Policy may be accessed on the Companys website at the link: https://uni-info.co.in/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/CSR-policy -UTSL.pdf
AUDITORS AND AUDIT REPORT
M/s A B M S & Associates, Indore (M.P.), be and is hereby appointed as Statutory Auditors in Extra Ordinary General Meeting which was held on 01st March, 2021, and is re-appointed as Statutory Auditor of the Company for a period of 5 (Five) consecutive years from the conclusion of 11th Annual General Meeting (29th September, 2021) till the conclusion 16th Annual General Meeting of the Company.
The Auditors Report for the financial year 2023-24 does not contain any material qualification, reservation or adverse remark. The Auditors report is annexed with financial statements in this annual report for your kind perusal and information.
SECRETARIAL AUDITOR & SECRETARIAL AUDIT REPORT
Pursuant to the provisions of Section 204 of Companies Act, 2013 and rules made thereunder, the Board has appointed CS Manish Maheshwari, Proprietor of M. Maheshwari & Associates, Practicing Company Secretary, to conduct Secretarial Audit for the Financial Year 2023-24. The Secretarial Audit Report for the financial year ended March 31, 2024 is annexed herewith marked as "Annexure - V" in Form No. MR-3 to this Report. The Secretarial Audit Report does not contain any qualification, reservation or adverse remark.
REPORTING OF FRAUDS BY THE AUDITORS
During the year under review, the Statutory Auditor and Secretarial Auditor have not reported any instances of frauds committed in the Company by its Officers or Employees to the Audit Committee under Section 143(12) of the Companies Act, 2013, details of which needs to be mentioned in the Boards Report.
CONSERVATION OF ENERGY, TECHNOLOGY ABSORPTION
The information on conservation of energy, technology absorption and foreign exchange earnings and outgo as stipulated under Section 134 of the Companies Act, 2013 read with the Companies (Accounts) Rules, 2014, is set out herewith as "Annexure - VI" to this Report.
VIGIL MECHANISM POLICY / WHISTLE BLOWER POLICY
The Board has adopted Vigil Mechanism/Whistle Blower Policy pursuant to the provisions of Section 177(9) of the Companies Act, 2013 read with the Companies (Meetings of Board and its Powers) Rules, 2014 and Regulation 22 of Securities and Exchange Board of India (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015. The policy provides for a framework and process whereby concerns can be raised by its Employees and Directors to the management about unethical behavior, actual or suspected fraud or violation of the Code of conduct or legal or regulatory requirements incorrect or misrepresentation of any financial statements and have been outlined in Corporate Governance Report which forms part of this Annual Report. The policy provides for adequate safeguards against victimisation of employees and Directors of the Company.
The Vigil Mechanism/Whistle Blower Policy may be accessed on the Companys website at the link: https://uni-info.co.in/wp- content/uploads/2017/11/Vigil-Mechanism.pdf.
FOREIGN EXCHANGE EARNINGS AND OUTGO Activity in foreign currency -
Particulars | 2023-24 | 2022-23 |
The Foreign Exchange earned in terms of actual inflows during the year; | 0.00 | 5.38 |
And the Foreign Exchange outgo during the year in terms of actual outflows. | 0.00 | 5.95 |
RISK MANAGEMENT
Risk is an integral part of business and your Company is committed to managing the risks in a proactive and efficient manner. Your Company periodically assesses risks in the internal and external environment along with the cost of treating risks and incorporates risk treatment plans in its strategy, business and operational plans. Policy on Risk Management may be accessed on the Companys website at the link: https://uni- info.co.in/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/Policy-on-Risk.pdf.
GENERAL
Your directors state that during the year under review:
a) The Company has not issued shares (including sweat equity shares) to employees of the Company under any scheme.
b) Neither the Managing Director nor the Whole-time Directors receive any remuneration or commission from its subsidiary.
c) The Company has complied with the applicable Secretarial Standards under the Companies Act, 2013.
d) There have been no material changes and commitments affecting the financial position of the Company which have occurred between financial year ended on 31st March, 2023, to which the financial statements relate and the date of this report.
e) The company has not filed any application or there is no application or proceeding pending against the company under the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code, 2016 during the year under review;
f) There is no requirement to conduct the valuation by the bank and no Valuation done at the time of one-time Settlement during the period under review;
g) There are no voting rights exercised by any employee of the Company pursuant to the section 67(3) read with the Rule 16 of the Companies (Share Capital and Debenture) Rules, 2014.
GREEN INITIATIVES
Electronic copies of the Annual report for the year 2024 and the Notice of the 13th Annual General Meeting are sent only to Members whose email addresses are registered with the Company/ depository participant(s). To support the "Green Initiative", Members who have not registered their email addresses are requested to register the same with their DPs in case the shares are held by them in electronics form and with RTA in case the shares are held by them in physical form.
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
The Board of Directors acknowledges the gratitude for the co-operation and assistance received from National Stock Exchange of India Limited (NSE), Securities Exchange Board of India (SEBI), Reserve Bank of India (RBI), Ministry of Corporate Affairs, Auditors, Advisors and Consultants other Intermediary service provider/s and other Investor/s for their continuous support for the working of the Company.
The Board of Directors also take this opportunity to extend its sincere thanks for co-operation and assistance received by the Company from the Central -State - Local Government and other regulatory Authorities, Bankers, Financial Institutions, Business Associates and Shareholders and Members. The Directors also record their appreciation of the dedication of all the employees at all level for their support and commitment to ensure that the Company continues to grow.
for and on behalf of the Board of Directors | |
Date: 03.09.2024 | |
Place: Indore | |
Kishore Kumar Bhuradia | |
DIN:03257728 | |
Managing Director |
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