Karachi, October 18, 2024 – The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has initiated stringent legal action against e-intermediaries involved in widespread sales tax fraud. This decisive move follows the identification of numerous fraud cases linked to the manipulation of sales tax records, particularly through fake and flying invoices, as well as the suppression of sales.
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SBP Unveils Alarming Insights on C-Efficiency Ratio and GST in Pakistan
Karachi, October 18, 2024 – In a striking revelation, the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has shed light on the alarming state of Pakistan’s C-Efficiency Ratio (CER) and the effective General Sales Tax (GST) rate during the fiscal year 2023-24. The SBP’s findings underscore critical challenges in the country’s tax enforcement and base expansion, painting a concerning picture for policymakers.
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FBR Relaxes Affidavit Requirement for September Sales Tax Returns
Karachi, October 17, 2024 – The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has eased the requirement for submitting an affidavit alongside the sales tax return for September 2024, which is due to be filed in October. This relaxation follows appeals from trade bodies and aims to build trust among all stakeholders, the FBR announced on Thursday.
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SBP Suggests Measures to Boost Pakistan’s Tax-to-GDP Ratio
Karachi, October 17, 2024 – The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) on Thursday proposed a series of tax reforms aimed at significantly increasing the country’s tax-to-GDP ratio, which has stagnated at approximately 10% for the last two and a half decades.
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Provisional Assessment Under Section 123 of Income Tax Ordinance, 2001
Section 123 of Pakistan’s Income Tax Ordinance, 2001, provides guidelines for provisional assessment in cases where concealed or undisclosed assets are discovered by the government.
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FBR Unveils New Strategy to Break Sales Tax Fraud Networks
Karachi, October 16, 2024 – In a decisive move to dismantle the entrenched practice of sales tax fraud, the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has unveiled a robust strategy aimed at curbing the use of fake and flying invoices.
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People Turn Flying Invoices Into a Business: FBR Chairman
Karachi, October 16, 2024 – Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) Chairman, Rashid Mahmood Langrial, has expressed grave concern over the widespread sales tax fraud in Pakistan, particularly highlighting how “flying invoices” have morphed into a full-fledged business.
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FBR Unveils Plan for Detection of Fake and Flying Invoices
Karachi, October 16, 2024 – The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has taken a significant step towards combatting tax evasion and enhancing fiscal integrity by directing tax offices to assign senior officers with the crucial responsibility of identifying fake and flying invoices.
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FBR Enforces Strict Policy on Incomplete Tax Returns
Karachi, October 15, 2024 – The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has made it clear that incomplete income tax returns will now be treated as invalid, ushering in a stricter regime to ensure compliance. This move aligns with Section 120 of the Income Tax Ordinance, 2001, which outlines the criteria for submitting and accepting tax returns.
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FBR Reveals Alarming Surge in Nil-Filers to 37% of Total Returns
Karachi, October 15, 2024 – The latest figures released by the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) have brought to light a concerning rise in nil-filers, representing a significant portion of income tax returns filed for the tax year 2024.
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