Islamabad, July 5, 2025 – In a bold and business-boosting decision, Islamabad has rolled out a major concession for the logistics industry, slashing the sales tax rate on freight forwarding services as part of its fiscal reforms for 2025–26.
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Islamabad beauty parlors get glamorous tax relief
Islamabad, July 5, 2025 – In a dazzling move set to bring smiles across the beauty industry, the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has slashed the sales tax rate for beauty parlors operating in the heart of Pakistan—Islamabad.
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FBR grants tax breaks to overseas Pakistanis on property deals
Islamabad, July 4, 2025 – Are you an overseas Pakistani planning to buy or sell property in Pakistan? Here’s great news — the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has officially announced a generous tax concession that could save you a substantial amount on your real estate deals!
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FBR reports ATL surges to record 7.27 million amid new restrictions
Karachi, July 4, 2025 – In a historic move that’s sending shockwaves through financial and business circles, the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has announced that Pakistan’s Active Taxpayers List (ATL) has skyrocketed to an all-time high of 7.27 million!
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Taxpayers in Panic as FBR Delays 2025 Return Forms
As the new fiscal season kicks off, taxpayers across Pakistan are growing increasingly restless, wondering when the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) will release the much-anticipated income tax return forms for Tax Year 2025 (TY2025).
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Planning Construction in Islamabad? Know the Tax Rules
Islamabad, July 3, 2025 — Thinking about starting a new construction project in Islamabad this year? Whether you’re building a home, launching a commercial site, or developing an apartment complex, make sure you understand the latest construction tax rate before you break ground.
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FBR Can Now See Your Internet History — Even If You Delete It!
Islamabad, July 3, 2025 — In a jaw-dropping expansion of surveillance powers, the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has been granted unprecedented access to your internet browsing history — even if you’ve cleared your cache or wiped your device clean.
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Sections 37A, 37B: Tax Fraud on Trial
Islamabad, July 3, 2025 — Pakistan’s tax enforcement regime just entered a whole new territory, and the business community is on edge. With the implementation of Sections 37A and 37B of the Sales Tax Act, 1990 — introduced via the Finance Act, 2025 — the government has signaled zero tolerance for tax fraud.
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FBR unleashes on-spot customs checks on cleared goods
Islamabad, July 3, 2025 — In a bold move to tighten its grip on the movement of goods across the country, the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has empowered customs officials to reexamine cargo — even after it has been cleared from customs stations.
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How to pay just 5% sales tax at Islamabad restaurants?
Islamabad, July 2, 2025 – Dining out in Islamabad just got more affordable—if you know the rules. The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has introduced a new mechanism that lets customers pay only 5% sales tax at Islamabad restaurants, provided they follow one simple condition.
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