Karachi, December 7, 2025 – The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has, for the first time, introduced fixed customs values for a range of aromatic chemicals to standardize the assessment of duties and taxes at the import stage.
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FBR Expands Tax Net, Integrates Over 10,800 Tier-1 Retailers into POS System
Islamabad, December 2025 – The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has successfully integrated 10,858 Tier-1 retailers into its Point of Sales (POS) system, strengthening documentation of transactions for major retailers, particularly in the hotel and restaurant sector.
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FBR Cuts Customs Values of Imported Silicon by Up to 32%
Karachi, December 5, 2025 – The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has announced a significant reduction in the customs values of imported silicon in primary form, lowering rates by up to 32% for the calculation of duties and taxes. The move aims to streamline import assessments and provide relief to businesses importing silicon.
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Tax Treatment of Deceased Individuals for Tax Year 2026: What Section 87 Explains
As Pakistan enters tax year 2026 (July 1, 2025 to June 30, 2026), taxpayers and families handling estates are asking a key question: How does the tax law treat individuals who pass away during the tax year?
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IRSOA welcomes appointment of Zubair Bilal as Member IR Operations
Islamabad, December 4, 2025 – The Inland Revenue Service Officers Association (IRSOA) has warmly welcomed the Federal Board of Revenue’s (FBR) decision to elevate senior Inland Revenue officer Zubair Bilal to the position of Member IR Operations.
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FBR Outsources Media and Public Relations Affairs
Islamabad, December 3, 2025 – The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has launched a process to outsource its media management and public relations functions as part of its ongoing efforts to strengthen communication and public engagement. The initiative aims to enhance the agency’s visibility and highlight key reforms under the FBR Transformation Plan.
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FBR Appoints Zubair Bilal as New Member Inland Revenue Operations
Islamabad, December 3, 2025 – The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has announced a major administrative reshuffle, appointing senior Inland Revenue Service (IRS) officer Zubair Bilal (BS-21) as Member Inland Revenue (IR) Operations with immediate effect.
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FBR notifies fresh customs values for polyester yarn imports
Islamabad, December 2, 2025 – The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has issued fresh customs values for polyester partially oriented yarn to determine duty and taxes at the import stage. The move comes under Valuation Ruling No. 2026/2025, issued by the Directorate General of Customs Valuations, a wing of the FBR.
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What Is the Meaning of “Person” Under the Income Tax Ordinance, 2001?
Understanding who is considered a “person” under Pakistan’s Income Tax Ordinance, 2001 is crucial for taxpayers, businesses, and legal entities. Section 80 of the Ordinance provides a detailed definition, covering everyone from individuals to companies and even governments. Below is an interactive breakdown to help you easily identify where you or your organization fit.
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FBR reduces penalty on senior auditor in Rs238bn tax fraud investigation
Islamabad, December 1, 2025 – The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has reversed a major disciplinary action against a senior auditor implicated in a Rs238.42 billion tax fraud case, downgrading the penalty from dismissal to a minor sanction of withholding promotion for three years.
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