Karachi, September 22, 2024 – The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has issued clear guidelines categorizing resident and non-resident persons for tax purposes under the Income Tax Ordinance, 2001 for the tax year 2024-25.
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FBR, Pakistan’s national tax collecting agency, plays a crucial role in the country’s economy. Pakistan Revenue is committed to providing readers with the latest updates and developments regarding FBR activities.
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IRSOA Rejects FBR’s Transformation Plan, Raises Concerns
Islamabad, September 21, 2024 – The Inland Revenue Service Officers Association (IRSOA) has voiced strong opposition to the Federal Board of Revenue’s (FBR) new transformation plan, expressing grave concerns over its content and execution.
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PM Shehbaz Approves Bold FBR Crackdown on Wealthy Tax Evaders
Karachi, September 21, 2024 – Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has given the green light to the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) to aggressively target Pakistan’s wealthiest citizens under a transformation plan aimed at addressing tax evasion and increasing revenue collection.
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Definition of Person – Section 80 of Income Tax Ordinance 2001
Karachi, September 21, 2024 – The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has issued an updated explanation on the definition of a “person” for the purposes of tax treatment under Section 80 of the Income Tax Ordinance, 2001. This revision, updated up to June 30, 2024, clarifies who qualifies as a “person” and is thereby subject to tax under the laws of Pakistan.
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FBR Sticks to No Deadline Extension in Return Filing for TY 2024
Islamabad, September 21, 2024 – The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has made it clear that there will be no extension for the deadline to file income tax returns for the tax year 2024, emphasizing the importance of compliance among taxpayers.
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Cabinet Approves Reconstitution of PRAL Board of Directors
Islamabad, September 21, 2024 – The Cabinet Committee on State-Owned Enterprises (CCoSOEs) has approved the reconstitution of the Board of Directors for Pakistan Revenue Automation (Private) Limited (PRAL), a key entity under the Revenue Division.
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FBR Enforces Banking Requirement for Property Deals
Karachi, September 20, 2024 — In a significant move aimed at enhancing transparency and combating tax evasion, the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has mandated that all immovable property transactions exceeding Rs 5 million must be conducted through the banking channel.
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FBR Flexes Muscles Against Non-Filers of Tax Returns: A New Era of Accountability
The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has finally drawn a firm line in the sand, signaling its uncompromising stance against non-filers of income tax returns for the fiscal year 2024.
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FBR Issues Strict Warnings Ahead of Return Filing Deadline
Karachi, September 19, 2024 – The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) issued a stern reminder to taxpayers on Thursday regarding the upcoming deadline for filing income tax returns for the fiscal year 2024, with warnings of serious consequences for non-compliance.
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FBR Launches Audit of Properties, Vehicles, Banking Transactions
Karachi, September 19, 2024 – The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has embarked on an extensive audit of properties, motor vehicles, and banking transactions, marking a significant step toward strengthening tax compliance and enforcement across Pakistan.
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