Islamabad, January 26, 2026 — Pakistan’s export of services has delivered a strong boost to national revenues, helping the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) record a 22 percent increase in tax collection during the first half of fiscal year 2025–26 (July–December) compared to the same period last year.
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FBR targets AC owners, pushes millions into Pakistan’s tax net
Islamabad, January 25, 2026 – Chairman of the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR), Rashid Langrial, has said that people who have installed air conditioners should be brought into the tax net, stressing that widening the tax base is essential for stabilizing Pakistan’s economy.
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FBR records 158% jump in dividend tax collection in December 2025
Islamabad, January 24, 2026 — The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has reported a sharp 158 percent year-on-year increase in tax collection from dividends during December 2025, reflecting stronger payouts and improved tax compliance.
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Tax evasion in iron and steel sector: FBR plans real-time monitoring
Islamabad, January 23, 2026 – The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has announced plans to tackle tax evasion and revenue leakage in Pakistan’s iron and steel sector through real-time production monitoring.
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FBR sees 21% drop in advance tax collection from electricity use in 1HFY26
Islamabad, January 23, 2026 — The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has reported a sharp 21 percent decline in the collection of advance income tax on electricity consumption during the first half (July–December) of fiscal year 2025-26, compared to the same period last year, according to provisional data.
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Import growth drives Rs245 billion income tax collection for FBR in 1HFY26
Karachi, January 22, 2026 — Pakistan’s rising import bill during the first half (July–December) of fiscal year 2025-26 significantly boosted the Federal Board of Revenue’s (FBR) income tax collection at the import stage, which climbed to Rs245 billion, sources said on Friday.
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Understanding ‘Documents’ Under Pakistan Customs Act 1969 – 2026 Guide
The Customs Act, 1969, as updated for tax year 2026, provides clear guidance on what constitutes “documents” for importers, exporters, and customs authorities in Pakistan.
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Withholding tax on cash withdrawals soars 54% in December 2025
Islamabad, January 21, 2026 – The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has recorded a significant increase in withholding tax collected on cash withdrawals from banking companies, reporting a 54% rise in December 2025 compared to the same month last year.
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Withholding tax on new cars jumps 51% in 1HFY26: FBR
Islamabad, January 21, 2026 – The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has reported a remarkable 51% increase in withholding tax collected from the sale of new cars during the first half of fiscal year 2025-26 (July–December), compared to the same period last year.
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FBR notifies new customs valuation for USB flash drives, memory cards
Islamabad, January 21, 2026 – The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has officially notified revised customs values for USB data travelers, USB flash drives, and memory cards, applicable at the import stage for assessment of customs duty and taxes.
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