Karachi, January 11, 2024 – The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) announced on Thursday the mandatory issuance of digital sales tax invoices for sellers dealing in fast-moving consumer goods (FMCGs).
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FBR Releases List of Income Tax-Exempt Entities for 2024
Karachi, January 11, 2024 – The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has unveiled a detailed list of entities entitled to income tax exemption for the tax year 2024.
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Government Bank Borrowing Hits Rs 4.28 Trillion in 1HFY24
Karachi, January 11, 2024 – The federal government has borrowed an unprecedented Rs 4.28 trillion during the first half (July – December) of the current fiscal year 2023-24, marking a substantial surge compared to the corresponding period last year.
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FBR Initiates Disconnection Drive Against Non-Filers
Karachi, January 11, 2024 – In a bold move to bolster tax compliance, the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has embarked on the disconnection of phone, gas, and electricity services for individuals who have failed to file their income tax returns.
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FTO Extends Tax Relief of Rs 17.74 Billion in 2023
Islamabad, January 10, 2024 – The Federal Tax Ombudsman (FTO) has delivered substantial tax relief amounting to Rs 17.74 billion in 2023, surpassing the previous year’s figure of Rs 7 billion.
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Pakistan Witnesses 7% Decline in Remittances in 1HFY24
Karachi, January 10, 2024 – Pakistan experienced a significant 7 percent decline in the inflow of workers’ remittances during the first half (July – December) of fiscal year 2023-24, according to official data released by the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) on Wednesday.
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Pakistan Grants Tax Exemption to Judges of Higher Courts
Karachi, January 10, 2024 – Pakistan has introduced income tax exemptions on various allowances granted to judges of higher courts during the tax year 2024.
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Pakistan’s Saving Schemes Observe 8.37% Investment Decline
Karachi, January 9, 2024 – Pakistan is grappling with a substantial decline in investment in saving schemes, as official data released on Tuesday by the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) indicates a notable downturn for the period ending November 2023.
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FBR Grants Tax Exemption to Employee Perquisites in 2024
Karachi, January 9, 2024 – The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has recently announced a tax exemption on various perquisites granted to employees by virtue of their employment.
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FBR Announces Return Filing Deadlines for Tax Year 2024
Karachi, January 8, 2024 – The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has released the deadlines for filing the annual return of income and wealth statement for the tax year 2024, providing clarity for taxpayers across various categories.
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