The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has recently brought grave allegations against a company entrusted with the critical task of monitoring and tracking cargo in transit.
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FBR to Pay Interest at KIBOR for Delayed Sales Tax Refunds
Karachi, January 18, 2025 – The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has confirmed its obligation to pay interest on delayed sales tax refunds at the annual Karachi Interbank Offered Rate (KIBOR).
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Sindh Initiates Real-Time Property Transaction Sharing with FBR
Karachi, January 18, 2025 – In a landmark move to bolster transparency and enhance tax compliance, the Sindh province has commenced real-time sharing of property transaction details with the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR).
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FBR Lowers Corporate Tax Rate for Banks to 43%
Karachi, January 17, 2025 – In a major development for Pakistan’s banking sector, the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has announced a reduction in the corporate tax rate for banks to 43%, down from the previous 44%. This revised tax rate will take effect for the tax year 2026, commencing on January 1, 2025.
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FBR Formally Issues Azerbaijan-Pakistan Transit Trade Rules
The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has officially announced the Azerbaijan-Pakistan Transit Trade Rules 2024, a landmark step towards enhancing bilateral and transit trade between the two nations.
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PM Shehbaz Warns FBR: No Tolerance for False Cases
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif issued a stern warning to officials of the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) on Thursday, emphasizing that any individual found fabricating cases or presenting weak grounds in tax-related matters will face exemplary punitive actions. This declaration underscores the premier’s zero-tolerance policy towards malpractice and inefficiency within the revenue body.
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FBR Establishes Data Governance Office
Islamabad, January 16, 2025 – The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has taken a significant step towards enhancing its data management capabilities by announcing the establishment of a dedicated Data Governance Office. This initiative aligns with the recently approved Data Governance and Information Security Policy of the FBR.
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FBR Workforce Accounts for Only 2% of Total Tax Collection
Karachi, January 15, 2025 – A startling revelation has emerged from the Federal Board of Revenue’s (FBR) official tax collection data, exposing that the vast network of FBR officials contributed a mere 2% to the overall tax collection efforts.
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FBR Transfers 49 IRS Officers Amid Rising Tax Collection Shortfall
Islamabad, January 15, 2025 – In response to ongoing concerns about a tax collection shortfall, the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has carried out a significant reshuffle, transferring 49 Inland Revenue Service (IRS) officers from BS-17 to BS-20. The reshuffle comes at a crucial time, with the FBR facing a revenue collection gap of approximately Rs 380 billion in the first half (July–December) of the current fiscal year.
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FBR Unveils Arrest Guidelines for Inland Revenue Officers
Karachi, January 14, 2025 — The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has unveiled a detailed procedure governing the actions of Inland Revenue (IR) officers in the arrest of individuals suspected of violating tax laws.
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