Karachi, December 1, 2025 – The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has announced that it will determine the cost of assets for tax purposes during the tax year 2026, in accordance with the Income Tax Ordinance, 2001. This move is aimed at providing clarity for taxpayers and businesses regarding asset valuation for taxation.
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I&I IR Peshawar seizes illicit cigarettes, seals Indus Tobacco
Islamabad, November 30, 2025 – In a major enforcement operation, the Intelligence and Investigation (I&I) wing of Inland Revenue (IR) Peshawar has recovered a large consignment of illicit cigarettes and sealed the manufacturing machinery of M/s Indus Tobacco Company, continuing the Federal Board of Revenue’s (FBR) nationwide crackdown on non-duty-paid (NDP) tobacco products.
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FTO orders FBR to suspend Gerry’s Dnata license over mega fraud
Islamabad, November 30, 2025 – In a major development, the Federal Tax Ombudsman (FTO) has directed the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) to initiate the process for suspending the license of M/s Gerry’s Dnata for its Karachi airport cargo shed, following revelations of a massive customs fraud involving illegal clearance of high-value imported goods.
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Karachi Tax Bar Pushes FBR to Unlock Wealth Statement Revisions
Karachi, November 29, 2025 – The Karachi Tax Bar Association (KTBA) has called on the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) to enable taxpayers to revise their wealth statements on the online IRIS portal, highlighting a critical procedural gap affecting compliance.
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KCCI hails FBR for amending transshipment rules to boost trade efficiency
Karachi, November 29, 2025 – The Karachi Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KCCI) on Saturday welcomed the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) for implementing a key operational improvement in transshipment procedures at Azakhel Dry Port.
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FBR Warns: Penalties for Property Transactions Without Banking Channels in 2026
Islamabad, November 28, 2025 – If you are planning to buy property with cash payment or outside banking channels, the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has issued strict tax rules and penalties to ensure compliance. For the tax year 2026, property transactions conducted without proper banking or digital channels will remain illegal and subject to heavy fines.
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FBR clarifies fair market value rules for tax year 2026
Karachi, November 27, 2025 – The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has provided a detailed explanation of fair market value for transactions conducted during tax year 2026 (July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026).
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PM Shehbaz orders two-year increment freeze for BS-20 IRS officer over Inefficiency
Islamabad, November 27, 2025 – Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has approved a disciplinary penalty against a senior BS-20 Inland Revenue Service (IRS) officer after charges of inefficiency were proven during an official inquiry. The Prime Minister ordered that the officer’s annual increment be withheld for two years.
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FBR declares Saturday, November 29 as a normal working day to boost revenue
Islamabad, November 26, 2025 – The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has announced that Saturday, November 29, 2025, will be treated as a normal working day across all Inland Revenue field formations, despite it being a weekly holiday.
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Govt unveils updated fee schedule for Pakistan Single Window services
Islamabad, November 26, 2025 – The federal government has announced a revised fee schedule for services offered under the Pakistan Single Window (PSW) system, aiming to improve transparency and streamline digital trade facilitation.
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