Islamabad, July 7, 2025 – Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has lauded the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) and the Intelligence Bureau (IB) for their extraordinary collaboration that led to a historic recovery of Rs178 billion through anti-tax evasion and anti-hoarding operations.
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FBR starts recruitment for sub-inspectors in Pakistan Customs
Islamabad, July 7, 2025 — The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has officially launched the recruitment process for sub-inspectors in Pakistan Customs, aiming to fill 148 vacant posts across the country.
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LTO Karachi promises swift action on FPCCI tax woes
Karachi, July 7, 2025 – The Large Taxpayers Office (LTO) Karachi has assured the Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FPCCI) of its full cooperation in resolving the pressing tax and technical issues raised by the business community, particularly those arising from the newly introduced provisions of the Federal Budget 2025–26.
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AI-powered RMS revolutionizes Pakistan Customs clearance
Islamabad, July 7, 2025 – In a landmark development for trade and taxation, Pakistan has introduced its first-ever Artificial Intelligence (AI)-based Risk Management System (RMS) to modernize Customs operations and streamline import-export clearance processes.
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FBR releases list for regulatory duty exemptions on imports
Karachi, July 7, 2025 – The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has formally issued a detailed list specifying exemptions from regulatory duty on a wide range of imported goods.
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Unisame slams cash withdrawal tax: calls it daylight robbery
Karachi, July 7, 2025 – In a fiery appeal to the government, the Union of Small and Medium Enterprises (Unisame) has blasted the imposition of cash withdrawal tax, branding it an unfair and irrational burden on honest entrepreneurs and everyday citizens alike.
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Islamabad lowers tax on software, IT services in FY26
Islamabad, July 7, 2025 – Big news for tech professionals and businesses! If you’re offering IT services in Islamabad, the tax landscape just became a lot more favorable — and it’s time to take notice.
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Transactions Ban Triggers ATL Record at 7.27 Million
Are you on Pakistan’s Active Taxpayers List (ATL)? If not, brace yourself — the system just got a lot tighter, and the consequences of staying out are steeper than ever!
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Tax-Free Total Income Costs FBR Rs443 Billion in FY25
Karachi, July 6, 2025 — Did you know the government’s decision to allow tax-free total income to certain groups cost the national exchequer a whopping Rs443 billion during fiscal year 2024–25? This eye-opening figure was revealed in a detailed report by the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR), highlighting the growing impact of tax exemptions on the country’s revenue base.
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Banks start 0.8% tax on cash withdrawal: FBR
Karachi, July 6, 2025 – If you’re planning to withdraw large amounts of cash from your bank account and you’re not on the Active Taxpayers List (ATL), there’s something you need to know. From July 1, 2025, banks across Pakistan have begun deducting 0.8% advance income tax on cash withdrawal, according to officials at the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR).
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