Karachi, April 27, 2026 – The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has issued a clarification regarding the applicability of advance tax on property transactions for builders and developers operating under a special tax regime, aiming to ease their financial burden and address industry concerns.
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FBR unveils plan to eliminate tax evasion completely
FAISALABAD: Pakistan’s tax authorities are aiming to eliminate tax evasion and the long-standing issue of non-filers through sweeping reforms and digital transformation within the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR), senior officials said on Sunday.
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Prime Minister Shehbaz orders crackdown on $430 million solar panel scandal
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has ordered immediate legal and disciplinary action against those involved in a massive 120 billion rupee ($430 million) solar panel over-invoicing and money laundering scheme, according to an official statement from the Prime Minister’s Office.
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Pakistan Hikes Apple iPhone Import Rates — Here’s How Much More You’ll Pay
KARACHI, April 26, 2026 – Pakistan Customs has notified revised enhanced customs values for imported old and used Apple iPhones, a move that is expected to increase duty and tax payments at the import clearance stage and push up retail prices in the local market.
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KTBA raises voice for high earners amid FBR super tax surcharge action
Karachi, April 24, 2026 – The Karachi Tax Bar Association (KTBA) has strongly defended high-income taxpayers against default surcharge proceedings initiated by the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR), raising concerns over legality, fairness, and economic impact.
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FBR announces mega vehicle auction in Peshawar with dozens of confiscated cars up for bidding
ISLAMABAD, April 23, 2026 – The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has announced a large-scale auction of confiscated vehicles under the Collectorate of Customs (Enforcement), Peshawar, offering a wide range of cars, SUVs, pickups and commercial vehicles to bidders.
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NCCPL sets April 30 deadline for March capital gains tax payment
KARACHI, April 23, 2026 – National Clearing Company of Pakistan Limited (NCCPL) has announced April 30, 2026 as the deadline for stock brokers and asset management companies to deposit capital gains tax (CGT) for transactions carried out during March.
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Sindh partners with banks to digitise property transfer tax collection
KARACHI, April 22, 2026 – The Sindh government has signed agreements with three major banks to digitise the collection of property transfer taxes, in a move aimed at improving transparency, efficiency and revenue management.
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FBR slashes property valuation rates in five cities to boost real estate activity
ISLAMABAD, April 22, 2026 – Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has reduced the valuation of immovable properties by 10% to 30% in five major cities, aiming to align official rates with market values and stimulate real estate transactions.
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SNGPL clarifies disputed tax demand, says no financial impact
KARACHI, April 22, 2026 – Sui Northern Gas Pipelines Limited (SNGPL) on Wednesday clarified a disputed tax demand raised by authorities, stating that the matter is historical in nature and has no impact on the company’s current or future financial position.
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