Islamabad, September 5, 2025 – Pakistan’s duty-free imports have surged by around 16% during fiscal year 2023-24, according to data released by the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR).
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Which business deductions are not allowed in 2025-26?
The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has clarified which deductions cannot be claimed against business income during the tax year 2025-26.
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FBR explains tax deductions for business income in 2025-26
Islamabad, September 4, 2025 – The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has issued detailed guidance regarding deductions allowed while computing tax on business income for the tax year 2025-26.
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FBR issues tax rates on telephone, internet usage in 2025-26
Islamabad, September 4, 2025 – The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has officially notified the advance tax rates applicable on the use of telephone and internet services during the tax year 2025-26.
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PCDMA criticizes FBR over premature e-invoicing rollout
Karachi, September 2, 2025 – The Pakistan Chemical and Dyes Merchants Association (PCDMA) has expressed strong disapproval over what it calls a premature and poorly planned rollout of the Federal Board of Revenue’s (FBR) electronic invoicing system.
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2025 tax return filing must for business income over Rs350,000
Karachi, September 2, 2025 – The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has made it clear that return filing for the tax year 2025 is mandatory for individuals whose annual income from business exceeds Rs350,000.
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FBR reorganizes customs post-clearance, internal audit framework
Karachi, September 1, 2025 – The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has announced a major reorganization of Pakistan’s post-clearance and internal audit mechanisms for Customs, aimed at strengthening compliance, increasing transparency, and integrating modern risk-based methodologies.
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Tax Treatment of Speculation Business for 2025-26
The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has issued updated guidelines for the taxation of speculation business in Pakistan for the tax year 2025-26.
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How to Determine Business Income for Tax Year 2025-26
Karachi, September 1, 2025 – The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has released updated guidelines to help taxpayers understand how their business income will be calculated for the tax year 2025-26. These guidelines are part of the revised Income Tax Ordinance, 2001, which now includes amendments from the Finance Act, 2025.
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Domestic electricity consumers granted withholding tax relief
Domestic electricity consumers across Pakistan have received significant relief as the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) announced an exemption from withholding income tax on smaller household bills.
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