The Board of Directors hereby submits the Seventy-first Annual Report of your Company ("the Company"), along with the Audited Financial Statements, for the financial year ended 31st March 2026.
1. FINANCIAL RESULTS [INR in lakhs]
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Particulars
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Standa lone
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Consolidated
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1st April 2025 to
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1st April 2024 to
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1st April 2025 to
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1st April 2024 to
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31st March 2026
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31st March 2025
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31st March 2026
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31st March 2025
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Income from operations
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1,92,411.94
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1,76,928.88
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1,95,840.21
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1,80,019.23
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Other Income
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6,582.33
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5,665.64
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5,037.11
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4,392.50
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Total Income
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1,98,994.27
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1,82,594.52
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2,00,877.32
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1,84,411.73
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Operating profit before finance charges, depreciation and exceptional item
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33,170.86
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30,398.64
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35,314.79
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32,824.45
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Finance charges
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715.83
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582.19
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722.27
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588.74
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Depreciation
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8,044.94
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8,024.43
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8,774.47
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8,748.71
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Exceptional items
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1,735.13
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-
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1,753.27
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-
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Net Profit before tax
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22,674.96
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21,792.02
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24,064.78
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23,487.00
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Provision for taxation
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-
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Current tax
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6,738.46
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6,312.85
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7,317.51
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6,916.45
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Tax related to earlier year
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(98.09)
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45.74
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(124.12)
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51.53
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less: Deferred Tax
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(856.01)
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(546.05)
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(928.63)
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(468.54)
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Profit After Tax
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16,890.60
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15,979.48
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17,800.02
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16,987.56
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Other comprehensive income (net of taxes)
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(187.34)
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(447.25)
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(183.49)
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(432.04)
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Total Comprehensive income
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16,703.26
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15,532.23
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17,616.53
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16,555.52
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Less: Non Controllable Interest
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-
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-
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(736.39)
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(791.71)
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Profit for the year attributable to the Owners of the Company
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16,703.26
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15,532.23
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16,880.14
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15,763.81
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Profit brought forward from last year Surplus/ (loss) carried forward to
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85,734.83
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70,202.60
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90,709.34
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74,945.53
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Balance Sheet
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102,438.09
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85,734.83
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1,07,589.48
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90,709.34
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2. STATE OF AFFAIRS OF THE COMPANY
During the financial year under review, the Company's gross sales on a standalone basis stood at INR 1,92,411.94 lakhs as against INR 1,76,928.88 lakhs for the financial year ended 31st March 2025, while on a consolidated basis, gross sales stood at INR 1,95,840.21 lakhs as compared to INR 1,80,019.23 lakhs in the previous year. The total income of the Company on a standalone basis was INR 1,98,994.27 lakhs as against INR 1,82,594.52 lakhs, whereas on a consolidated basis, total income stood at INR 2,00,877.32 lakhs as compared
to INR 1,84,411.73 lakhs for the financial year ended 31st March 2025. During the year under review, the Company reported a net profit after tax of INR 16,890.60 lakhs on a standalone basis as against INR 15,979.48 lakhs in the previous financial year. On a consolidated basis, the net profit after tax stood at INR 17,800.02 lakhs as compared to INR 16,987.56 lakhs for the financial year ended 31st March 2025.
3.CAPITAL STRUCTURE OF THE COMPANY
As on 31st March 2026, the authorised share capital of the Company was
INR 80,00,00,000 (Indian Rupees Eighty Crore Only) The issued, subscribed and paid-up share capital of the Company stood at INR 55,63,21,300 (Indian Rupees Fifty-Five Crore Sixty-Three Lakh Twenty-One Thousand Three Hundred Only) divided into 5,56,32,130 equity shares of face value INR 10 each.
4. TRANSFER TO RESERVES
In view of the Company's financial position and in accordance with applicable regulatory requirements, the Board has not proposed any transfer of profits to reserves for the financial year.
5. DIVIDEND
In view of requirement of funds for the
operations of the Company, no dividend is recommended for the financial year ending 31st March 2026.
6. MEETINGS OF THE BOARD AND ITS COMMITTEES
Details of the number of Board and its Committee meetings held and attended by Directors/ members along with the composition of the Committees of the Company are set out in the Corporate Governance Report which forms part of this Report as Annexure-1.
7. DECLARATION OF INDEPENDENT DIRECTORS
The Company has received declarations from all the Independent Directors confirming their independence as per the criteria prescribed under section 149(6) of Companies Act, 2013 read with the Schedules and Rules made thereunder as well as Regulation 16(1)(b) and 25(8) of the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015. Except for the sitting fees paid for attending meetings of the Board and its Committees, and reimbursement of expenses, if any, incurred for participation in such meetings, the Independent Directors do not have any pecuniary relationship or transactions with the Company.
8. NOMINATION & REMUNERATION POLICY
The Board has, on the recommendation of the Nomination & Remuneration Committee, adopted a policy for selection, appointment (including the criteria for determining qualifications, positive attributes, and independence of directors) and remuneration of the Directors, Key Managerial Personnel Senior Management Personnel. The Salient features of Nomination & Remuneration Policy is attached as Annexure-2 and the Policy is available on Company's website at https://www.federalmogulgoetzeindia. net/web/documents/NOMINATION%2 0AND%20REMUNERATION%20POUC Y.pdf
9. MATERIAL CHANGES AND COMMITMENTS
Tenneco LLC, the ultimate global holding Company of Federal-Mogul
Goetze (India) Limited merged with Pegasus Merger Co., a corporation established under the laws of Delaware ("Merger Sub") and a direct wholly owned subsidiary of Pegasus Holdings III, LLC (the "Parent"/" Acquirer") on 17th November 2022. On 23rd November 2022, the Acquirer issued Detailed Public Statement through Manager to the Open Offer, BOFA Securities India Limited. In this regard, the Draft letter of offer dated 1st December 2023, was filed by the Acquirer, with the Securities and Exchange Board of India ("SEBI"). The relevant disclosures, as required by law had been made from time to time to the stock exchanges where the securities of the Company are listed. The Hon'ble Securities Appellate Tribunal ("SAT") passed an Order in favour of the Acquirer. SEBI has filed an appeal before the Hon'ble Supreme Court of India against the judgement dated 20th December 2024 passed by the SAT.
Any decision in the matter will have to be complied with by the Acquirer, who is the respondent in the appeal. The Company does not foresee a financial or other impact on itself, other than compliance with certain statutory restrictions pending the open offer.
The Company received summons dated March 7, 2025 under Section 37 of the Foreign Exchange Management Act, 1999 from Directorate of Enforcement, Gurgaon Zonal Office, Haryana ("ED") seeking inter alia details of the export and import transactions of the Company from 2018 till 2025. The Company has submitted all the requisite details with the ED.
Further, no other material change, which could affect the financial position of the Company, occurred between the end of the financial year of the Company and the date of the Board Report.
10. LOANS, GUARANTEE AND INVESTMENTS
During the Financial Year ended 31st March 2026; no Loan and Guarantee under section 186 of the Companies Act, 2013 was made by the Company. The Company during the year ended 31st March, 2026 had approved
investment in the Equity Shares of Clean Renewable Energy KK 1C Private Limited, (CIN: U351 06DL2024 PTC435010), a company incorporated under Companies Act, 2013 having its registered office at Plot No. 201, Ground Floor, Okhla Industrial Estate, Phase - III, New Delhi - 110020 u/s 186 of the Companies Act, 2013 as per the below details:
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Type of Investment Equity Shares
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No of Shares 27,06,730
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Par Value/ Per Share 10.00
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Market Value/ Per Share 27.68
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Total 7,49,22,286.40
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All the relevant compliances, which were required to be made for the above investment, have been duly made.
The Company has obtained the annual certificate from its Statutory Auditor pursuant to applicable provisions of Foreign Exchange Management (Non¬ Debt Instruments) Rules, 2019 regarding its downstream investments.
The details of Investments made by the Company have also been disclosed in Note No. 4. of the Financial Statements that form a part of this Annual Report.
11. CONTRACTS OR ARRANGE¬ MENTS WITH RELATED PARTIES
The Company has in place a well- defined governance framework for identification and monitoring of related parties and related party transactions, in compliance with the provisions of the Act and Listing Regulations. All contracts, arrangements and transactions entered into by the Company with its related parties during the financial year were in the ordinary course of business and on an arm's length basis.
During the year under review, the Company did not enter into any contract or arrangement with related parties which could be considered material in accordance with the Company's Policy on materiality of related party transactions. All related
party transactions were considered and approved by the Audit Committee and/or Board of Directors in accordance with applicable provisions of law. Further, all related party transactions were reviewed by the Audit Committee on a periodic basis.
None of the contracts, arrangements or transactions with related parties required approval of the Members of the Company under Section 188(1) of the Act or Regulation 23(4) of the Listing Regulations. Accordingly, disclosure in Form AOC 2 pursuant to Section 134(3)(h) of the Act is not applicable for the financial year 2025-26.
The Policy on materiality of events and dealing with related party transactions is available on the Company's website at
https://www.federalmogulgoetzeindia. net/web/documents/RPT_Policy.pdf Details of related party transactions in terms of Ind AS 24 have been disclosed in Note No. 37 to the financial statements forming part of this Annual Report.
12. SECRETARIAL STANDARDS
The Directors state that that applicable Secretarial Standards i.e., SS-1 and SS-2 relating to "Meeting of the Board of Directors" and "General Meetings" respectively have been duly complied by the Company.
13. CONSERVATION OF ENERGY, TECHNOLOGY ABSORPTION AND FOREIGN EXCHANGE EARNINGS AND OUTGO
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 rules made thereunder, is set out herewith as Annexure-3 to this Report.
14. RISK MANAGEMENT POLICY
The Company operates in an environment which is affected by various risks, some of which are controllable while some are outside the control of the Company. Therefore, pursuant to the requirements of Regulation 21 of the SEBI (Listing Obl ig a tions an d Di scl osu re Requirements) Regulations, 2015, the Company has constituted a Risk
Management Committee. The Company has also developed and implemented the Risk Management Policy covering the process of identifying, assessing, mitigating, reporting and review of critical risks impacting the achievement of Company's objectives or threaten its existence.
The composition of Risk Management Committee of the Company is available in the Corporate Governance Report. The Committee periodically reviews the robustness of the Risk Management Policy. Periodical updates on the risk management practices and mitigation plan of the Company and its subsidiary are presented to the Audit Committee and the Board. The Audit Committee and the Board periodically review such updates and findings and suggest areas where internal controls and risk management practices can be improved. More details on Risk Management indicating development and implementation of Risk Management Policy including identification of elements of risk and their mitigation are covered in Management Discussion and Analysis section, which forms part of this Report.
There are no risks which in the opinion of the Board threaten the existence of the Company. However, some of the risks which may pose challenges are set out in the Management Discussion and Analysis Report that forms an integral part of this Annual Report. The risk management policy is available on Company's website at Policy on Risk Management-28062021.pdf
15. DIVIDEND DISTRIBUTION POLICY
Pursuant to Regulation 43A of Securities and Exchange Board of India (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) (Second Amendment) Regulations, 2016, the Company in its Board Meeting held on 29th July 2016 had approved the Dividend Distribution Policy and the same is available on Company's website at http://www.federalmogulgoetzeindia.n et/web/documents/Federal_Dividend_ Policy_29072016.pdf.
16. CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSI¬ BILITY
The Board of Directors had approved the Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Policy for the Company pursuant to the provisions of Section 135 of the Companies Act, 2013, read with rules made thereunder, on the recommendations of the CSR Committee. The CSR Policy of the Company is available at http://www.federalmogulgoetzeindia.n et/web/documents/CSR%20Policy.pdf. The Company has constituted Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Committee. As on 31st March 2026, the committee comprised the following members:
1) Mr. Amit Mittal, Chairman
2) Dr. Khalid Iqbal Khan, Member
3) Mr. Rajesh Jain, Member
4) Mr. Rayasam Venkataramaiah,
Member
5) Ms. Nalini Jolly, Member
The Corporate Social Responsibility Committee is required to institute a transparent monitoring mechanism for implementation of CSR projects or programs or activities undertaken by the Company. Pursuant to the provisions of Companies Act 2013, the Company is required to spend at least 2% of the average net profits of the Company made during the three immediately preceding financial years on CSR activities. The Company had an allocated CSR budget of INR 3,51,52,667/- for the financial year ended 31st March 2026. An amount of INR 1,08,079, being eligible for set off from previous years pursuant to the provisions of the Companies Act, 2013 and the rules made thereunder, was adjusted against the CSR obligation for the year. Accordingly, the Company incurred total CSR expenditure of INR 3,51,52,667 including the aforesaid amount of INR 1,08,079.
The activities and initiatives undertaken by the Company during the financial year 2025-2026 on CSR have been detailed in the "Annual Report on CSR activities" in accordance with the Companies (Corporate Social Responsibility Policy) Rules, 2014. The
policy on Corporate Social Respon¬ sibility and "Annual Report on CSR activities" are attached herewith as Annexure- 4 & 5 to this Report.
17. DIRECTORS AND KEY MANAGERIAL PERSONNEL
As on 31st March 2026, the Board consists of eight (8) Directors namely, Mr. Rajesh Jain (DIN: 10619014), Chairman and Non-executive Independent Director; Mr. Rayasam Venkataramaiah (DIN:05276853), Non-executive Independent Director; Ms. Nalini Jolly (DIN: 08520132), Non¬ Executive Woman Independent Director; Mr. Jason Wesley Johnson (DIN: 05226025), Non-executive Non¬ Independent Director; Mr. Varun Dua (DIN:11476435), Non-executive Non¬ Independent Director; Mr. Rishi Verma (DIN: 08943606), Non-executive Non¬ Independent Director; Mr. Amit Mittal (DIN: 02292626), Managing Director and Chief Financial Officer; and Dr. Khalid Iqbal Khan (DIN: 05253556), Whole Time Director-Legal & Company Secretary.
Mr. T. Kannan, Managing Director and Mr. Manish Chadha, Director-Finance and Chief Financial Officer tendered their resignation from the Board w.e.f. 11th August 2025.
Mr. Amit Mittal (02292626) was appointed as a Managing Director and Chief Financial Officer of the Company in the Board Meeting held on 11th August 2025.
Mr. Vishal Khairari (DIN: 06484249) was appointed as a Non-executive Non-Independent Director in the Board Meeting held on 11th August 2025 and he tendered his resignation from the Board w.e.f. 29th December 2025.
Mr. Varun Dua (DIN:11476435) was appointed as Non-executive Non¬ Independent Director in the Board Meeting held on 8th January 2026, w.e.f. 12th January 2026.
In accordance with the provisions of the Act and the Articles of Association of the Company, Mr. Rishi Verma (DIN: 08943606) and Mr. Jason Wesley Johnson (DIN: 05226025) are liable to retire by rotation at the forthcoming
Annual General Meeting and being eligible, offer themselves for re¬ appointment.
18. SUBSIDIARIES, ASSOCIATES AND JOINT VENTURE COMPANIES
Pursuant to Section 129(3) of the Companies Act, 2013 read with Rule 5 of Companies (Accounts of Companies) Rules, 2014, a statement containing salient features of financial statement of subsidiary i.e., Federal-Mogul TPR (India) Limited forms part of the consolidated financial statements and attached as Annexure-6. The financial statements of the subsidiary company and related information are available for inspection at the Registered Office of the subsidiary company during business hours on all days except Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays up to the date of the Annual General Meeting (AGM) as required under Section 136 of the Companies Act, 2013. Any member desirous of obtaining a copy of the said financial statements may write to the Company Secretary at the Registered Office of the Company. The financial statements including the consolidated financial statements, financial statements of subsidiary and all other documents required to be attached to this report have been uploaded on the website of your Company. The Company has no Associates or Joint Venture Companies.
The performance and financial position of the subsidiary company i.e., Federal- Mogul TPR (India) Limited has been explained in its Board Report, which forms part of this Report.
19. PUBLIC DEPOSITS
The Company has not accepted any deposits from the public within the meaning of Sections 73 to 76 of the Act and the rules made thereunder during the year under review. Accordingly, there were no outstanding deposits, whether towards principal or interest, as on March 31,2026.
20. UNPAID DIVIDEND AND INVESTOR EDUCATION AND PROTECTION
The Company did not have any requirement to transfer funds to Investor Education and Protection Fund, and no amount is lying in unpaid dividend account of the Company during the year under review.
21. SIGNIFICANT/ MATERIAL ORDERS PASSED BY THE REGULATORS OR COURTS OR TRIBUNALS
There were no significant/ material orders passed by the Regulators or Courts or Tribunals impacting the going concern status of the Company and its operations in future.
22.STATEMENT REGARDING SUSPENSION OF TRADING The equity shares of the Company continued to remain listed and actively traded on the Stock Exchange(s) during the financial year under review. There was no suspension of trading of the Company's securities at any time during the year.
23. FORMAL ANNUAL EVALUATION BY BOARD
In terms of provisions of the Companies Act, 2013 read with Rules made thereunder and Regulation 19 of the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015, the Board of Directors, had evaluated the effectiveness of the Board. Accordingly, the performance evaluation of the Board, each Director and the Committees was carried out for the financial year ended 31st March 2026. The evaluation of the Directors was based on various aspects which, inter alia, included the level of participation in the Meetings, knowledge and skills, understanding of their roles and responsibilities, business of the Company along with ethics and integrity. The evaluation of the Board and committees was inter alia based on the aspects like Structure of the Board or Committee, processes being followed to achieve the objectives, effectiveness, fulfillment of roles and responsibilities, efficiency and direction etc.
24. OPINION OF THE BOARD WITH REGARD TO INTEGRITY, EXPERTISE AND EXPERIENCE (INCLUDING THE PROFICIENCY) OF THE INDEPEN¬ DENT DIRECTORS.
The Board is satisfied with the integrity,
expertise and experience (including proficiency) of the Independent Directors.
25. DETAILS ON INTERNAL FINANCIAL CONTROLS RELATED TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
The Board has laid down comprehe¬ nsive policies and procedures to ensure the orderly and efficient conduct of the Company's business. These frame works are designed to ensure adherence to the Company's policies, safeguarding of its assets, prevention and detection of frauds and errors, accuracy and completeness of accounting records, and timely preparation of reliable financial information and disclosures.
The Company's internal financial control systems commensurate with the nature, size and complexity of its operations and are considered adequate. These controls are routinely reviewed, evaluated and strengthened to enhance operational effectiveness and compliance.
To further strengthen the internal control framework, the Company has in place an effective internal audit mechanism. The internal audit function is carried out by an external independent firm of chartered accountants. The Internal Auditors regularly review operational and financial controls, assess compliance with established policies and procedures, and evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls. Key observations and recommen¬ dations arising from such audits are periodically reviewed by the Audit Committee to ensure timely corrective actions.
The Statutory Auditors have audited the financial statements for the financial year ended 31st March, 2026, and have also issued an attestation report on the adequacy and operating effectiveness of the Company's internal financial controls over financial reporting in accordance with Section 143 of the Act.
26. MANAGEMENT DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS:
(a) Industry structures and developments
The automotive industry is widely regarded as one of the key pillars of the Indian economy and continues to remain on a robust growth trajectory. Owing to its strong forward and backward linkages with several critical sectors such as steel, rubber, glass, electronics, logistics, and services, the industry generates a significant multiplier effect and acts as a major driver of economic development, employment generation, and technological advancement.
The Indian automotive sector is highly competitive, comprising both organized and unorganized players. It is also highly fragmented, with a substantial presence of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). This fragmentation, coupled with intense domestic and global competition, has led to constant changes in business dynamics and operating rules within the industry. To remain competitive under these demanding conditions, innovation, technological upgrade, quality enhancement, and cost optimization have emerged as critical success factors. However, despite its growth potential, the Indian auto component industry has been navigating a period marked by several challenges. These include rising input costs, rapid technological transitions (such as electric vehicles and emission norms), supply chain disruptions, margin pressures, and the need for continuous investment in R&D and skill development. Addressing these challenges effectively will be crucial for sustaining long-term competitiveness and growth in the evolving automotive landscape During the financial year 2025-26, the industry produced a total of 34,708,984 vehicles including Passenger Vehicles, Commercial Vehicles, Three-Wheelers, Two-Wheelers, and Quadricycles as against production of 31,036,476 vehicles in the financial year 2024-25, registering an aggregate growth of 11.8 percent.
The automotive industry sustained its growth momentum during FY 2025-26, supported by steady demand across key vehicle segments. Domestic sales of passenger vehicles (PVs) increased by 7.9%, while PV export volumes recorded a strong growth of 17.5% compared to the previous financial year.
The commercial vehicle (CV) segment also delivered robust performance. Domestic CV sales improved by 12.6%, and export volumes grew by 17.4% during FY 2025-26 over the preceding year. Within this segment, Medium and Heavy Commercial Vehicles (M&HCVs) witnessed robust growth, driven by infrastructure activity and fleet replacement demand, whereas the heavy bus segment remained largely flat during the year.
During FY 2025-26, the two-wheeler segment recorded strong growth momentum. Domestic two-wheeler sales increased by 10.7%, while export volumes grew sharply by 23.4% compared to the previous financial year. Within the segment, scooters and motorcycles demonstrate healthy domestic demand, registering growth of 18.5% and 6.6%, respectively. Mopeds also reported a moderate increase in sales, growing by 4.3% over the last year.
However, the growth trajectory during the year was not uniform. The initial five months-from April through August- were marked by measured momentum, as the market continued to navigate residual caution arising from the previous year's sluggish inventory cycle, selective tightening in financing availability, and a wait and watch approach adopted by consumers in anticipation of greater policy clarity. During this phase, demand indicators remained tentative, conversion rates were uneven, and the dealer network exercised prudent restraint in inventory build up and ordering decisions.
A decisive inflection point emerged in September with the implementation of GST 2.0. The rationalization of tax rates-resulting in a meaningful reduction in the effective tax burden on mass market two wheelers, small passenger vehicles, three wheelers, and select commercial vehicle categories- significantly enhanced real affordability. This policy intervention coincided with improving consumer sentiment, thereby catalyzing a stronger and more
sustained demand recovery across segments.
Consequently, domestic commercial vehicle (CV) volumes gained notable momentum during the second half of FY 2025-26, supported by the combined impact of GST 2.0, accelerated infrastructure spending under higher capital expenditure allocations in the Union Budget 2025-26, and an increased emphasis on the replacement of older vehicles driven by green mobility and sustainability initiatives In FY 2025-26, growth in the Indian automotive industry was driven by a combination of factors, including improved model availability, new product launches, and a favorable market environment. The recovery in rural demand further supported growth, while the industry successfully navigated key challenges such as semiconductor chip shortages and other supply chain constraints.
Within the passenger vehicle (PV) segment, consumer demand continued to shift strongly toward sports utility vehicles (SUVs), which accounted for approximately 67% of the total PV market share during the year. This structural shift in consumer preferences played a significant role in bolstering overall industry performance.
At the same time, the industry's strategic focus is increasingly shifting toward vehicles powered by alternative fuels. Automobile manufacturers are accelerating investments and product development in CNG, hybrid, battery electric vehicles (BEVs), and emerging hydrogen fuel cell technologies. This transition reflects growing regulatory pressures, rising environmental awareness, and the industry's long¬ term commitment to sustainable and green mobility solutions.
(b) Opportunities and Threats The Parent Company continues to extend strong support to the Company through its technological expertise and know how. Backed by widely recognized brands, advanced technology capabilities, a strong distribution network, and a committed workforce, the Company is well positioned to capitalize on emerging opportunities
while effectively navigating market challenges. The Company remains focused on achieving sustainable and profitable growth by leveraging superior technology, maintaining high product quality standards, and offering a diverse product portfolio at competitive prices, thereby strengthening its market position.
The automotive industry is currently undergoing significant transformation due to major regulatory interventions, including the accelerated transition to CAFE III norms, Stage V emission standards, adoption of alternate fuels, increased penetration of electric vehicles, enhanced safety regulations, vehicle scrappage policies, and increa¬ singly stringent vehicle standards. These regulatory developments are driving a fundamental shift in vehicle technologies and product architecture. While these changes present considerable challenges, the Company views them as strategic opportunities to innovate, enhance value offerings, and build long term competitiveness in a rapidly evolving mobility ecosystem.
The Company operates in a highly competitive environment, facing competition from numerous independent manufacturers and distributors of automotive component parts. Management continues to design and implement strategic initiatives aimed at addressing industry challenges while advancing the Company's objective of achieving sustainable and profitable global growth.
The business is characterized by a limited customer base, coupled with intense competition from suppliers operating in both the organized and unorganized sectors. In this competitive landscape, the Company's success is increasingly dependent on its technological leadership, specialization, innovation capabilities, and strong industry networking. These factors are critical to differentiation and long term competitiveness.
Government policies and regulatory frameworks also play a pivotal role in shaping the growth and development of
the automotive sector. Recognizing this, the Company adopts a proactive and structured approach to assess and map the impact of economic, regulatory, and social factors on its operations, performance, and profitability. This integrated approach enables the Company to enhance resilience, align with policy direction, and pursue responsible and sustainable value creation.
(c) Segment wise or product wise performance
The Company deals principally in only one segment i.e., automotive components. Therefore, segment-wise performance is not applicable. The Company is inter-alia engaged in the manufacturing and sale of Pistons, Piston Rings, Pins, Valve Seats and guides. The geographical information in respect of revenue from customer is given below:
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Details of finished goods sold
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31st March 2026
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31st March
2025
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India
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171,548.41
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1,57,969.27
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Other
Countries
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15,705.00
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14,131.56
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(d) Outlook
Although FY 2026-27 commenced on a positive note, the automotive industry continues to closely monitor geopolitical developments, including the situation in West Asia, alongside global trade and tariff uncertainties, fuel price volatility, and inflationary pressures. Supply chain stability, particularly for critical components, remains an area of ongoing concern. Given the high base effect of the previous year, combined with inflation led cost pressures, routine price increases, and impending regulatory changes, the industry is expected to witness moderate, single digit growth during FY 2026-27. Accordingly, the Company anticipates the year to be one of consolidation, with overall industry growth remaining in the single digit range, which is expected to be supportive of the Company's performance.
Looking ahead, the Company expects FY 2027 to be a period of moderate yet healthy growth, as the automotive sector normalizes following the sharp re-rating witnessed in H2 FY 2025-26. The structural demand of drivers includes rapid urbanization, rising disposable incomes, expansion of rural m o b i l i t y, a n d a c c e l e r a t i n g electrification-remain firmly intact and continue to provide a strong foundation for long term growth.
In the near term, however, risks persist around the pace and severity of developments in West Asia and their potential transmission to fuel prices, supply chains, and overall consumer sentiment. In this operating environment, responsible pricing strategies, disciplined inventory management, timely supply execution, and faster finance turnaround times are expected to be the key operational levers that will differentiate performance and resilience across industry participants in the months ahead.
The Indian automotive industry remains poised for growth amid a balanced mix of optimism and challenges. Manufacturers are strengthening supply chains and expanding product portfolios to cater to evolving and diverse consumer preferences. Sustained economic growth, supportive government policies, and an anticipated normal monsoon are expected to bolster demand, particularly in rural markets. Additionally, the commercial vehicle segment, given its strong linkage with infrastructure development and broader economic activity, is likely to benefit from continued public and private sector investments, thereby supporting growth across the automobile value chain.
Multiple Government reforms continue to boost the auto sector such as, production incentive scheme (PLI), vehicle scrappage policy, which aims to reduce the number of old and defective vehicles, bringing down vehicular air pollutants, improving road and vehicular safety, all these interventions will have significant long-term perspective.
However, the auto sector is still grappling with fluctuating raw material prices of steel, aluminum, copper, precious metals and increasing fuel prices which are likely to impact the growth and fuel mix aspect of the automobile sector. Thus, this year is likely to be a challenging year for the auto component industry.
The Company will endeavor to revitalize in near future as demand for vehicles witnesses further growth. To remain competitive in the challenging and demanding environment, the benchmark needs to be kept high in anticipation of the stated and unstated needs of customers and markets.
(e) Risks and concern The Company operates in an environment which is affected by various risks, some of which are controllable while some are outside the control of the Company. However, the Company has been taking appropriate measures to mitigate these risks on a continuous basis. Some of the risks that are potentially significant in nature and need careful monitoring are listed hereunder:
Macro Indicators: The Indian economy has demonstrated resilience and continued to perform reasonably well despite prevailing global challenges. However, ongoing geopolitical tensions, particularly the conflict in West Asia, including the Israel-Hamas war, and their broader global implications are expected to have implications for India. These developments have contributed to an increase in crude oil prices, edible oil prices, and other key commodities, thereby exerting upward pressure on inflation.
Raw material prices: Our profitability and cost effectiveness may be affected due to rise in the prices of raw materials and other inputs.
Foreign Currency Risks: Exchange rate fluctuations may have an adverse impact on the Company.
Technical Intensive Industry: The
automobile industry is a technical intensive industry and thus faced with a constant demand for new designs, knowledge of nascent technology to meet market requirements.
Increasing competition: Increasing competition in the auto equipment sector may put some pressure on the market share.
(f) Adequacy of Internal Control Systems
The Company has an Audit Committee headed by a non-execu t i ve Independent Director, inter-alia, to oversee the Company's financial reporting process, disclosure of financial information, performance of statutory and internal auditors, functions, internal control systems, related party transactions, investigation relating to suspected fraud or failure of internal audit control, to name a few, as well as other areas requiring mandatory review as per provisions of SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015, with the stock exchanges. The powers of the Audit Committee, inter-alia, include seeking information from any employee, directing the Company's internal Audit function, obtaining outside legal or other professional advice and investigating any activity of the Company within the Committee's terms of reference.
The Company has a well-defined internal control system, which aims at protection of Company's resources, efficiency of operations, compliances with the legal obligations and Company's policies and procedures.
(g) Discussion on financial performance with respect to operational performance.
The required information forms part of the Board's Report and the members may refer the same.
(h) Significant changes in Financial Ratios
The key financial ratios are given as below:
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Ratio
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FY
2025-26
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FY
2024-25
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Debtors Turnover
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6.6
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5.9
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Inventory Turnover
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10.0
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9.9
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Interest Coverage Ratio
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32.3
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37.4
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Current Ratio
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2.8
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2.7
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Debt Equity Ratio
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-
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-
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Operating Profit Margin(%)
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11.6
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11.9
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Net Profit Margin (%)
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8.4
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8.5
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Fixed assets turnover ratio
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4.2
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3.7
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Working capital turnover ratio
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2.7
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3.2
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Note: No significant changes were observed in the above financial ratios, and hence no explanations are required.
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The details of return on net worth at standalone and consolidated levels are given below:
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Particulars Standalone 2026
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Standalone
2025
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Consolidated Consolidated 2026 2025
|
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Return on net worth (%) 13.2
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14.3
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12.4 13.4
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(i) Material developments in Human Resources / Industrial Relations front, including number of people employed
The focus of Learning and Development was primarily on identifying and building synergies in the L&D processes and programs. Skill building in technical and functional areas continued to remain a priority and internal trainers capability building was done through 'Train the Trainer' programs to drive this agenda.
Training and development have always been our priority.
The total number of permanent salaried employees is 536 and hourly permanent is 2175 as on March 31, 2026.
(j) Disclosure of Accounting Treatment
The financial statements of Federal- Mogul Goetze (India) Limited have been prepared in accordance with the Indian Accounting Standards ("Ind AS") notified under Section 133 of the Companies Act, 2013 read with the Companies (Indian Accounting Standards) Rules, 2015, as amended from time to time, and other relevant provisions of the Act. The accounting policies applied in the preparation of the financial statements are consistent with those followed in the previous financial year, except where a change is mandated by applicable law or accounting standards. To the best of the Company's knowledge, there have been no instances during the year where accounting treatment has been adopted that is different from that prescribed under the Indian Accounting Standards. Accordingly, no explanation is required to be provided under Regulation 34(2)(e) read with Schedule V (Part B) of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015
27. CONSOLIDATED ACCOUNTS
The Consolidated Financial Statements of the Company for the financial year 2025-26, are prepared in compliance with applicable provisions of the Companies Act, 2013, Indian Accounting Standards (Ind AS) under the historical cost convention on the accrual basis except for certain financial instruments which are measured at fair values and the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015. The Consolidated Financial Statements have been prepared on the basis of Audited Financial Statements of the Company and its subsidiary company, as approved by their respective Board of Directors.
28. AUDITORS AND AUDITORS' REPORT
The shareholders at the 67th Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the Company held on 20th September, 2022, appointed Deloitte Haskins & Sells, LLP, Chartered Accountants, (Firm registration no. 117366W/W-100018), as the Statutory Auditors' as per section 139, 142 and other applicable provisions, if any, of the Companies Act, 2013 read with Companies (Audit and Auditors) Rules, 2014, to hold office till the conclusion of the 72nd AGM of the Company to be held in the calendar year 2027.
29. EXPLANATIONS OR COMMENTS ON AUDITOR'S QUALIFICATION/ RESERVATION/ ADVERSE REMARKS/ DISCLAIMER
There is no reservation or observation or qualification or adverse remark or disclaimer of Auditors' including Secretarial Auditors of the Company in their report.
The Board has duly examined the Statutory Auditors' Report to the accounts, which is self-explanatory.
30. INTERNAL AUDITORS
The Board in its meeting held on 28th May 2025, on the recommendation of Audit Committee, approved the appointment of KPMG Assurance and Consulting Services LLP, Chartered Accountants, as the internal auditors of the Company. The reports submitted by the Internal Auditor have been reviewed by the Audit Committee from time to time.
31 .MAINTENANCES OF COST RECORDS AS PER SECTION 148 (1) OF COMPANIES ACT, 2013 READ WITH APPLICABLE RULE
The Company falls in criteria as specified for maintenance of cost records under Section 148 (1) Of Companies Act, 2013 read with Companies (Cost Records and Audit) Rules, 2014 as amended from time to time. The Company has maintained proper cost records as per the provisions contained under the Companies Act, 2013.
32. COST AUDITORS
The Board, on the recommendation of the Audit Committee, has approved the appointment of M/s. Sanjay Gupta & Associates, Cost Accountants, as Cost Auditor, for the financial year ending 31st March 2026, vide its resolution dated 28th May 2025. The Cost Auditors will submit their report for the financial year ending 31st March 2026 on or before the due date.
In accordance with the provisions of Section 148 of the Companies Act, 2013 read with rules made thereunder, since the remuneration payable to the Cost Auditors is required to be ratified by the shareholders, the Board recommends the same for approval by shareholders at the forthcoming AGM.
33. SECRETARIAL AUDITORS Pursuant to the provisions of Section 204 of the Companies Act, 2013 read with corresponding Rules framed thereunder, the Company had appointed Ms. Deepika Gera, Company Secretaries, New Delhi, as a Secretarial Auditor, for a period of 5 years from the conclusion of 70th Annual General Meeting of the Company till the conclusion of the 75th Annual General Meeting of the
Company to be held in the calendar year 2030 to conduct Secretarial Audit of the Company.
34. ANNUAL SECRETARIAL AUDIT REPORT
In terms of Section 204 of the Companies Act, 2013 and Regulation 24A of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015, the Secretarial Auditors have submitted their report, confirming compliance by the Company of all the provisions of applicable corporate laws. The Report does not contain any qualification, reservation or adverse remark. The Secretarial Audit Report is annexed as Annexure-7 to this report.
35. CORPORATE GOVERNANCE REPORT
Company's Corporate Governance philosophy is rooted in strong business ethics, fairness, and trust in all its stakeholder interactions.
The Company conducts its business with fairness and transparency, recognizing the importance of earning and maintaining the trust of its stakeholders. Corporate Governance is regarded as fundamental to nurturing a forward¬ thinking organization capable of delivering sustainable growth. In its engagements with external stake¬ holders, the Company prioritizes transparency, ensuring the timely sharing of information. Leadership sets the tone through their actions, ensuring the organization remains aligned with its culture and values in both principle and practice.
The Company has complied with the Corporate Governance requirements as specified in the Listing Regulations and the Act, a report on the same as stipulated in Regulation 34 read with Schedule V of the Listing Regulations is enclosed as "Annexure-1" to the Board's Report.
The Certificate issued by Deepika Gera, Company Secretaries, confirming the Compliance with conditions of Corporate Governance as stipulated in Regulation 34(3) read with Schedule V of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015 is enclosed as "Annexure-8" to the Board's Report.
36. ANNUAL RETURN
In terms of Section 92(3) of the Companies Act, 2013 and Rule 12 of the Companies (Management and Administration) Rules, 2014, the Annual Return of the Company is available on the website of the Company at the link: https://www.federalmogulgoetzeindia. net/web/index.html
37. BUSINESS RESPONSIBILITY AND SUSTAINABILITY REPORT
A Business Responsibility and sustainability Report as per Regulation 34 of the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015, detailing the various initiatives of the Company is attached as Annexure - 9.
38. COMMITTEES OF DIRECTORS
The Company has following committees of Directors:
1. Audit Committee
2. Nomination and Remuneration Committee
3. Corporate Social Responsibility Committee
4. Risk Management Committee
5. Stakeholders' Relationship Committee
6. Share Transfer Committee
7. Committee of Independent Directors to provide reasoned recommendation(s) to the shareholders on the open offer.
The composition of Audit Committee, Nomination & Remuneration Commi¬ ttee, Corporate Social Responsibility Committee, Risk Management Committee, Stakeholders' Relationship Committee and Share Transfer Committee has been disclosed in corporate governance report forming the part of this report.
The National Financial Reporting Authority (NFRA), vide its Circular dated 7th January 2026, had reiterated the requirement for structured and well documented communication between statutory auditors and those charged with governance (TCWG), throughout
the audit cycle; in this regard, the Company has placed the Circular before the Board and Audit Committee, formalised the identification of TCWG, instituted structured post audit interactions with statutory auditors, developed a Communication Framework between Statutory Auditors and TCWG, and ensured compliance with the Circular and reinforce corporate governance practices.
39. DETAILS IN RESPECT OF FRAUDS REPORTED BY AUDITOR'S UNDER SECTION 143(12) OF THE COMPANIES ACT, 2013
Pursuant to Section 134(3)(ca), no incident of fraud has been reported by the Auditors of the Company under section 143(12) of the Companies Act, 2013.
40. VIGIL MECHANISM/ WHISTLE BLOWER POLICY
The Company is committed to the highest standards of ethical, moral and legal business conduct. Accordingly, the Board of Directors has formulated a Whistle Blower Policy which is in compliance with the provisions of Section 177(10) of the Companies Act, 2013 and 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 stakeholders against any kind of discrimination, harassment, victimi¬ zation or any other unfair practice being adopted against them. The details of establishment of Vigil Mechanism is available on the website of the Company at
Whistle_Blower_and_Vigil_Mechanism
_Policy.pdf
41. DISCLOSURE UNDER THE SEXUAL HARASSMENT OF WOMEN AT WORKPLACE (PREVENTION, PROHIBITION AND REDRESSAl) ACT, 2013
The Company has in place an anti¬ sexual harassment Policy and an Internal Committee in line with the requirements of The Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013.
Internal Committee has been set up to redress the complaints received regarding sexual harassment. All employees (permanent, contractual, temporary, trainees) are covered under the policy. The following is a summary of sexual harassment complaints received and disposed off during the financial year2025-26.
No. of complaints received: Nil No. of complaints disposed off: 1 (the complaint was received in February 2025, and it was resolved in May 2025) Number of cases pending for more than ninety days: Nil
During the year, the Company carried out various awareness programs on prevention of sexual harassment at workplace.
42. COMPLIANCE OF THE MATER¬ NITY BENEFIT ACT 1961
The Company is in compliance of the material provisions relating to the Maternity Benefit Act 1961.
43. PARTICULARS OF EMPLOYEES AND RELATED DISCLOSURES
The Directors place on record their deep appreciation for the contribution made by the employees of the Company at all levels and confirm that industrial relations remained cordial and industrial harmony was maintained. The measures for the safety, training and development of the employees continued to receive top priority.
The information required under Section 197 of the Companies Act, 2013 read with Companies (Appointment and Remuneration of Managerial Personnel) Rules, 2014 in respect of Directors/ employees of your Company is set out in Annexure -10 & 11 to this Report.
44. SAFETY, HEALTH AND ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION
The Company sustained its initiatives to maintain a pollution free environment by reduction/ elimination of waste, optimum utilization of power and preventive maintenance of equipment and machinery to keep them in good condition. The safety and health of the people working in and around the manufacturing facilities is the top
priority of the Company and we are committed to improving this performance year-on-year.
45. CORPORATE INSOLVENCY RESOLUTION PROCESS INITIATED UNDER THE INSOLVENCY AND BANKRUPTCY CODE, 2016 (IBC)
There is no corporate insolvency resolution process initiated by or against the Company under the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code, 2016 (IBC).
46. DETAILS OF THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN THE AMOUNT OF THE VALUATION DONE AT THE TIME OF ONE-TIME SETTLEMENT AND THE VALUATION DONE WHILE TAKING A LOAN FROM THE BANKS OR FINANCIAL INSTITUTIONS
Not Applicable.
47. DIRECTORS' RESPONSIBILITY STATEMENT
Pursuant to the requirements of Section 134(3)(c) of the Companies Act, 2013, with respect to Directors' Responsibility Statement, it is hereby confirmed that:
(a) in the preparation of the annual accounts, the applicable accounting standards have been followed along with proper explanation relating to material departures.
(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 of 31st March 2026 and of the profit and loss of the Company for the financial year ended 31st March 2026.
(c) the directors have taken proper and sufficient care for the 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.
(d) the directors have prepared the annual accounts on a going concern basis.
(e) the directors have laid down internal financial controls to be followed by the Company and that such internal financial controls are adequate and were operating effectively; and
(f) The directors have devised proper systems to ensure compliance with the provisions of all applicable laws and that such systems were adequate and operating effectively.
48. OTHERS
(a) For the financial year under review, the Company did not issue any sweat equity shares, shares with differential voting rights, or stock options under any Employee Stock Option Plan (ESOP). Further, no buy-back of shares was undertaken during the year.
(b) The Company confirms that no Managing Director or Whole-time Director received any remuneration or commission from its holding company or subsidiary company during the year. Accordingly, the relevant disclosures are not applicable.
ACKNOWLEDGMENT
Your directors acknowledge with sincere gratitude the co-operation and assistance extended by the Bank(s), Customers, Dealers, Vendors, promoters, shareholders, Government Authorities and all the other business associates during the year under review. The Directors also wish to place on record their deep sense of gratitude for the committed services of the Executives, staff and workers of the Company.
For and on behalf of the Board of Directors Federal-Mogul Goetze (India) Limited
Sd/- Sd/-
Amit Mittal Dr. Khalid Iqbal Khan
Managing Director Whole Time Director- Legal &
& Chief Financial Officer Company Secretary
DIN: 02292626 DIN : 05253556
Date: 25th May 2026 Date: 25th May 2026
Place: Gurugram Place: Gurugram
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