Karachi, April 2, 2026 – In a landmark move, the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has tightened its grip on Pakistan’s booming digital economy, introducing a sweeping taxation framework targeting YouTubers, influencers, and foreign content creators earning from Pakistani audiences.
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FBR–jewelers talks collapse over Section 175C, protests loom
Karachi, April 1, 2026 – Negotiations between the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) and the All Pakistan Gems and Jewelers Association (APGJA) over the controversial Section 175C of the Income Tax Ordinance, 2001 ended without agreement on Wednesday, raising the likelihood of enforcement action and nationwide protests by jewelers.
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FBR implements landmark property tax relief package
Karachi, April 1, 2026 – The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has implemented a major property tax relief package aimed at revitalizing Pakistan’s real estate and construction sector, signaling a strong push to attract investment and ease financial pressures on builders and developers.
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FBR outlines taxation regime for Pakistani social media influencers
Islamabad, April 1, 2026 – The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has unveiled a draft taxation framework aimed at bringing Pakistani social media influencers into the formal tax net, targeting high-income earners who have largely remained undocumented.
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FBR imposes tax on social media content in Pakistan
Islamabad, April 1, 2026 – In a landmark move to expand the tax net into the digital economy, the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has proposed the imposition of income tax on foreign social media content consumed in Pakistan. The proposal has been introduced through SRO 545(I)/2026, outlining draft amendments to the Income Tax Rules, 2002.
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FBR announces major withholding tax relief for property builders, developers
Islamabad, April 1, 2026 – The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) on Wednesday announced significant relief measures regarding withholding tax for property builders and developers, aiming to ease liquidity pressures and streamline tax compliance in the construction sector.
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FBR misses March 2026 target, faces Rs180 billion shortfall
The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has reported a significant shortfall in tax collection for March 2026, collecting Rs1,187 billion against the monthly target of Rs1,367 billion, sources said. This reflects a gap of Rs180 billion, highlighting ongoing fiscal pressures on Pakistan’s revenue system.
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FBR unveils new policy for disposal of tampered vehicles
Islamabad, March 31, 2026 – The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has introduced a comprehensive procedure for the use and disposal of confiscated vehicles with tampered chassis numbers through Customs General Order (CGO) No. 04 of 2026. The new policy, effective from April 1, 2026, aims to ensure transparency, uniformity, and accountability in handling such vehicles across Pakistan.
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FBR gives taxpayers 72-hour window to fix e-invoices
Islamabad, March 31, 2026 – The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has introduced a significant facilitation measure for taxpayers by allowing the cancellation, deletion, and editing of electronic sales tax invoices under defined conditions.
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FBR sets new customs values for imported beverages – VR 2052/2026
Karachi, March 31, 2026 – The Federal Board of Revenue has issued a new valuation ruling to determine customs values for imported beverages of foreign brands, aiming to streamline duty and tax collection at the import stage.
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