ISLAMABAD: The Islamabad High Court (IHC) has issued an interim order restraining the Law Ministry from finalizing the appointments of Members for the Appellate Tribunal Inland Revenue (ATIR). This decision was made in response to a petition challenging the transparency and legality of the recruitment process for these positions.
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Tax Treatment of Bonus Shares for Tax Year 2025
Karachi, December 7, 2024 – The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has issued a detailed explanation of the tax treatment applicable to bonus shares issued by companies during the tax year 2025, as per Section 236Z of the Income Tax Ordinance, 2001.
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PSW Partners with Alibaba to Develop e-Commerce Module
Karachi, December 7, 2024 – Pakistan Single Window (PSW), in collaboration with Alibaba, one of the world’s leading e-commerce platforms, is working on an innovative e-commerce module aimed at enhancing the clearance process for cross-border trade.
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FBR Instructs CCIRs to Facilitate Overseas Pakistanis in One Day
Karachi, December 6, 2024 – The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has issued instructions to Chief Commissioners of Inland Revenue (CCIRs) to expedite property transactions for overseas Pakistanis, ensuring that the verification and approval process is completed within a single business day.
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FBR Issues Rules for Azerbaijan-Pakistan Transit Trade
Karachi, December 6, 2024 – The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has officially notified rules to regulate Azerbaijan-Pakistan transit trade operations as per the recently signed Azerbaijan-Pakistan Transit Trade Agreement (PATTA) 2024.
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FBR Expands Single Sales Tax Return to Two New Sectors
Islamabad, December 6, 2024 – The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) announced on Friday the expansion of its Single Sales Tax Return (SSTR) facility to include two additional sectors. This move is part of the FBR’s ongoing efforts to streamline tax compliance and simplify the filing process for taxpayers.
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FBR Sets Deadline for Corporate 2024 Return Filing
Karachi, December 6, 2024 – The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has announced December 31, 2024, as the final deadline for corporate entities to file their income tax returns for the tax year 2024. FBR officials have emphasized that this deadline will not be extended, urging companies to comply promptly to avoid penalties.
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FBR Updates Tax Rates on Property Purchase for TY 2025
Karachi, December 6, 2024 – The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has announced updated advance tax rates on the purchase and transfer of immovable property for the tax year 2025. These updates, implemented under the Finance Act, 2024, have been incorporated into the Income Tax Ordinance, 2001, and specifically explained under Section 236K of the ordinance.
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Advance Tax on Retailers, Distributors, Wholesalers Explained
Karachi, December 5, 2024 – The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has updated advance income tax rates for retailers, distributors, dealers, and wholesalers applicable for the tax year 2025. These tax rates are governed by Sections 236G and 236H of the Income Tax Ordinance, 2001, and aim to enhance tax compliance and streamline revenue collection.
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PSW Shares Upcoming Integrations for Swift Clearance
Karachi, December 5, 2024 – Pakistan Single Window (PSW) has announced a series of initiatives aimed at streamlining processes and integrating various organizations and stakeholders to ensure swift and efficient clearance for businesses. These efforts are designed to simplify the clearance procedures for the trade community by enhancing coordination between regulatory bodies, service providers, and other key players.
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