Karachi, December 14, 2024 – The Corporate Tax Office (CTO), Karachi, has made a significant arrest in connection with an alleged sales tax fraud exceeding Rs 1 billion.
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KATI Advocates for a 5% Reduction in Interest Rates
Karachi, December 13, 2024 – The Korangi Association of Trade and Industry (KATI) has called on the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) to implement a substantial cut of 500 basis points, or 5%, in the policy rate.
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Traders Lambast KE for Monopoly in Karachi Electricity
Karachi, December 13, 2024 – President of Markazi Tanzeem-e-Tajran Pakistan, Muhammad Kashif Chaudhry, strongly criticized K-Electric (KE) for its monopolistic practices and inadequate service, urging the Karachi Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KCCI) and all trade associations to launch a concerted initiative aimed at addressing the challenges faced by Karachi’s citizens.
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Bulls Triumph Over Bears at KSE-100 with a 121-Point Gain
Karachi, December 13, 2024 – The benchmark KSE-100 index of the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) witnessed a strong session on Friday, as bulls successfully overcame bears, resulting in a 121-point gain.
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FBR Issues Guidelines for Notices on Unexplained Income
Karachi, December 13, 2024 – The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has issued detailed instructions to all Chief Commissioners of Inland Revenue (CCIRs) regarding the issuance of notices for unexplained income. These guidelines emphasize the procedural requirements that must be adhered to before initiating proceedings for amending tax assessments.
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Banks Offer Cheaper Loans to Boost ADR Ratios
Karachi, December 13, 2024 – Banks in Pakistan are under significant pressure to meet Advance to Deposit Ratio (ADR) ratios and are now offering loans below market rates to address this challenge.
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OGDCL Discovers Gas and Condensate in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa
Karachi, December 13, 2024 – Oil and Gas Development Company Limited (OGDCL) has made a significant breakthrough with the discovery of gas and condensate in the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KPK) province, a promising development for Pakistan’s energy sector.
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FBR Removes Confusion Regarding Time of Supply for Sales Tax
Karachi, December 12, 2024 – The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has clarified the concept of “time of supply” for the collection of sales tax, eliminating ambiguities that previously existed among taxpayers and businesses.
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Who Qualifies as a Tier-1 Retailer under the Sales Tax Act, 1990?
The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has clarified the definition of Tier-1 retailers as outlined under the Sales Tax Act, 1990. This classification is significant for taxation purposes, particularly regarding compliance and documentation requirements.
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KCCI Presses SBP for Drastic 400bps Interest Rate Cut
Karachi, December 12, 2024 – The Karachi Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KCCI) on Thursday called on the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) to implement a drastic 400 basis points (bps) cut in the upcoming monetary policy announcement. The demand follows a significant decline in inflation, which dropped to 4.86% in November 2024, marking its lowest level in recent years.
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