Karachi, December 29, 2024 – Pakistan’s banks face a pivotal moment as it navigates the fallout from recent tax reforms. Analysts at Arif Habib Limited highlighted on Sunday that while the removal of the Advance to Deposit Ratio (ADR) tax on income from government securities brings relief, it comes at the cost of a higher corporate tax burden.
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Pakistan Revenue delivers the latest taxation news, covering income tax, sales tax, and customs duty. Stay updated with insights on tax policies, regulations, and financial developments in Pakistan.
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Power of Tax Authorities to Modify Orders Under STA 1990
Karachi, December 29, 2024 – Section 11C of the Sales Tax Act (STA), 1990, empowers tax authorities to adjust or modify assessments and orders based on decisions made by higher judicial bodies.
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FBR Can Recover Short Paid Sales Tax Without Notice
Karachi, December 29, 2024 – The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has been granted the authority to recover short-paid sales tax amounts without issuing prior notice to the taxpayer. This authority is enshrined in Section 11A of the Sales Tax Act, 1990, which allows the FBR to act swiftly in cases of underpayment.
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RTO-1 Karachi Seals 19 Retail Outlets for POS Violations
Karachi, December 28, 2024 – The Regional Tax Office (RTO)-1 Karachi has undertaken a stringent crackdown on retail outlets violating Point of Sale (POS) regulations, sealing 19 establishments and recovering approximately Rs 25.5 million in penalties.
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Government Abolishes Additional Tax on Low ADR for Banks
Karachi, December 28, 2024 – The federal government has abolished the additional income tax on banks with low Asset-to-Deposit Ratios (ADR). This decision, approved by the federal cabinet, will be implemented through the promulgation of an Income Tax Ordinance.
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FBR Suspends Four Customs Officials for Rule Violations
Islamabad, December 28, 2024 – The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has taken decisive action against four Pakistan Customs officials for violating Civil Servants rules, emphasizing its commitment to ensuring accountability and maintaining discipline within its ranks.
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Finance Ministry Exposes Alarming FBR Revenue Shortfall
Islamabad, December 27, 2024 – The Finance Ministry on Friday disclosed a significant shortfall in revenue collection by the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) up to November 2024. This revelation came as part of the monthly economic outlook for December 2024.
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FBR, NADRA Identify 4.9M Affluent Individuals for Tax Expansion
Islamabad, December 27, 2024 – In a decisive effort to broaden the tax base, the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR), in collaboration with the National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA), has identified approximately 4.9 million wealthy individuals to be incorporated into the tax net. This joint initiative reflects the government’s firm commitment to addressing tax evasion and ensuring fiscal equity.
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RTO-1 Karachi Targets Tax-Evading Wedding Halls
Karachi, December 27, 2024 – In a move to curb tax evasion, the Regional Tax Office-1 (RTO-1) Karachi has announced stringent action against four prominent wedding halls in the city for failing to deposit taxes mandated under Section 236CB of the Income Tax Ordinance, 2001.
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Tax Bill Unlikely to Impact Stock Market: Analysts
Karachi, December 27, 2024 – Financial analysts assert that the recently approved tax bill is unlikely to exert any substantial influence on the stock market, primarily due to the minimal involvement of non-filers in trading activities.
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