HENCY R SHAH AND ASSOCIATES

Union Budget 2026: What India’s Businesses and Taxpayers Are Watching Closely 👀📊 One Budget. One speech. And millions of balance sheets waiting for answers. Union Budget 2026 is not about big announcements. It is about fixing what is not working. For businesses, professionals, and taxpayers, expectations are sharp and practical. Here is what the country is really looking for 👇 1️⃣ Direct Tax Relief That Actually Matters 💸 Everyone talks about simplification. Very little changes on the ground. Expectations: • Higher basic exemption limits • Rationalisation of tax slabs • Relief for middle-income salaried taxpayers • Higher standard deduction • Real incentives for savings, not complex conditions If consumption must rise, disposable income must rise first. 2️⃣ Capital Gains Clean-Up 📉➡️📈 Capital gains taxation is messy and inconsistent. Businesses expect: • Fewer holding period categories • Uniform capital gains structure • Clear rules for listed vs unlisted assets • Reduced litig...

 🚨 Your Income Tax Refund Is Not “Late”. It’s Stuck. Here’s Why. 🚨 Most taxpayers think refunds are delayed because “Income Tax Department takes time.” That’s a comfortable excuse. It’s also usually wrong. Let me tell you a real story 👇 🧾 The Refund That Never Came A salaried professional filed the return on time. Tax was correctly deducted. Refund showed as “Processing”. Weeks passed. Then months. Frustration followed. The assumption? 👉 System delay. 👉 Government backlog. The reality was simpler. And brutal. 🔍 What Actually Went Wrong One small mismatch. Ignored. Overlooked. Here’s what caused the delay: • AIS showed interest income not offered in return • Bank account not pre-validated • Old demand of ₹1,240 never resolved • ITR processed but CPC kept it on hold • Email notices ignored as “spam” Refund status never moved. ⚠️ Why Most Income Tax Refunds Get Delayed From what we see daily as a CA firm, the top reasons are: • Mismatch between ITR...

🚨 “Sir, This Is the Income Tax Department. You Are Under Digital Arrest.” 🚨 Last week, a client walked into my office visibly shaken. He had received a WhatsApp video call . On the screen were two men in uniforms. Behind them was a backdrop with the CBI logo . They knew his PAN , last return filed , and bank name . The message was clear and threatening. “You have tax evasion charges.” “Do not disconnect the call.” “You are under digital arrest .” “Transfer the amount immediately to avoid prosecution.” He froze. This was not a poorly written SMS. This was high-grade psychological fraud . Fortunately, he paused. Instead of paying, he called his Chartered Accountant . That one decision saved him lakhs. What Just Happened? This is a Digital Arrest Scam . It is spreading fast across India. Fraudsters pose as Income Tax, CBI, ED, or Police officials . They use WhatsApp video calls to create fear and urgency. They isolate the victim and force instant payment. No paperwork. No portal notice...

Master Your Compliance Calendar: Why Planning Ahead is Non-Negotiable in 2026 The beginning of a new year is the perfect time to confront a harsh reality: tax deadlines and compliance obligations don't wait for anyone. Whether you're managing a small business or overseeing a multi-entity operation, a well-organized compliance calendar isn't just helpful it's essential to your financial health and legal standing. The Cost of Missing Deadlines In India, the GST regime alone demands attention across multiple fronts: monthly GSTR filings, quarterly reconciliation, TDS compliance , and advance tax payments. Pair this with income tax obligations (TDS returns, provisioning, quarterly payments) and sector-specific requirements (CMPOB filings, PF/ESIC compliance ), and you're managing a complex web of interdependent deadlines. Miss a single deadline? The consequences compound: penalties, interest charges, compliance notices, and reputational damage. A missed GST paym...

🎯  ₹1 Lakh Challenge: Which Asset Class Won in 2025? If you invested ₹1 lakh each in FD, Nifty, Gold, and Silver on January 1, 2025 what would your portfolio look like today? Here are the ACTUAL numbers: The Results Are Stunning 📊 🥇 Silver: ₹2,59,400 (+159%) From ₹90,500/kg to ₹2,57,900/kg, silver emerged as 2025's biggest wealth creator. Why? Industrial demand (solar, EVs, semiconductors) + safe-haven buying + supply deficit = explosive returns. 🥈 Gold: ₹1,73,330 (+73%) From ₹7,221/gram to ₹13,582/gram. Gold proved why it's called "financial insurance" geopolitical tensions, rupee depreciation, and central bank buying fueled the rally. A solid hedge against uncertainty. 🥉 Nifty 50: ₹1,10,920 (+11%) The market delivered steady double-digit returns, but lagged commodities. Strong performers: PSU Banks (+23-30%), Auto stocks. Laggards: IT (-12-20%), Media & Realty. 4️ ⃣ FD: ₹1,06,500 (+6.5%) The safety net. Zero volatility, guaranteed returns. Per...