Islamabad, June 20, 2025 — The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) on Friday issued a detailed clarification regarding the arrest provisions proposed in the Finance Bill 2025, aiming to address widespread confusion and public concern over its interpretation.
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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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FBR collects Rs180 billion in regulatory duty during FY24
KARACHI, June 20, 2025 – The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has reported the collection of Rs180.54 billion in regulatory duty during the fiscal year 2023-24, marking a year-on-year increase of 4.3% compared to Rs173 billion in FY23.
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Banks should be treated as normal companies for taxation: FBR
Islamabad, June 20, 2025 – The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has taken a firm stance on overhauling the taxation framework for banks, recommending that the banking sector be treated like any other company for taxation purposes.
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FBR reports 545% property transactions tax surge in half decade
KARACHI, June 20, 2025 – In a jaw-dropping revenue leap, the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has recorded an astonishing 545% increase in income tax collection from transactions involving immovable properties over the past five years — a figure that signals a dramatic shift in the taxation landscape.
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Salary tax collection skyrockets 200% in five years: FBR
Karachi, June 19, 2025 – In a jaw-dropping revelation, the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has announced a stunning 200% surge in salary tax collection over the past five years, marking a historic rise in Pakistan’s direct tax landscape.
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FBR mulls 10% sales tax on solar panels for 2025-26
Islamabad, June 18, 2025 – The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) is now considering the imposition of a 10% sales tax on imported solar panels in the upcoming fiscal year 2025-26.
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FBR deploys 60 third-party auditors to Pakistan Customs
Karachi, June 17, 2025 – The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has taken a significant step toward enhancing transparency and efficiency in trade-related audits by deploying 60 third-party auditors across Pakistan Customs.
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FBR issues SOPs for allocation of new cars
Karachi, June 17, 2025 – The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has issued a comprehensive set of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to regulate the allocation, utilization, and management of new operational vehicles across its field formations.
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FBR to issue negative list of exempt services in Islamabad
Islamabad, June 17, 2025 – The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) is set to issue a formal negative list identifying exempt services within the Islamabad Capital Territory for the upcoming fiscal year 2025-26.
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PM Shehbaz directs curtailment of FBR arrest powers
Islamabad, June 16, 2025 – Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif has issued clear instructions to limit the arrest powers of the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR), particularly in cases that could lead to harassment of legitimate taxpayers and the business community.
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