Islamabad, March 2, 2026 – The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) is considering a contingency plan to achieve its revenue collection target for the fiscal year 2025-26, after missing its assigned target for the first eight months of the year, sources confirmed.
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FBR withdraws recovery of embezzled amount from BS-20 officer
Islamabad, March 2, 2026 – The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has withdrawn the recovery of an embezzled amount from a former BS-20 officer following the recommendation of the President of Pakistan. The decision comes after a careful review of disciplinary proceedings and the appeal filed by the officer.
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FBR faces Rs430bn tax shortfall in 8MFY26 as IMF review looms
Islamabad, March 1, 2026 — Pakistan’s Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has recorded a massive Rs430 billion shortfall in tax collection during the first eight months (July–February) of fiscal year 2025-26 (8MFY26), raising serious concerns ahead of the ongoing review talks with the International Monetary Fund (IMF).
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FBR explains key tax definitions for stock investors in Pakistan
The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has explained key tax definitions related to stock market transactions, aiming to help investors better understand their tax obligations, capital gains calculations, and compliance requirements.
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FBR Chairman, Islamabad Chamber discuss super tax, refunds and POS integration
Islamabad, February 28, 2026 – An 18-member delegation of the Islamabad Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ICCI), led by its President Sardar Tahir Mahmood, held a detailed meeting with Chairman Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) Rashid Mahmood Langrial at the FBR Headquarters to discuss key taxation and business facilitation issues.
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FBR faces revenue shortfall in February amid IMF review talks
Islamabad — As the International Monetary Fund (IMF) mission visits Pakistan to conclude the third review under the $7 billion Extended Fund Facility (EFF) programme, the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) is grappling with a significant revenue shortfall in February 2026, raising concerns over the country’s fiscal targets.
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FBR tightens noose around wealthy social media influencers over tax evasion
The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has intensified its crackdown on high-earning social media personalities, launching enforcement action against 38 prominent YouTubers, TikTok stars, and digital influencers for alleged income concealment and unexplained wealth totaling Rs15 billion.
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Tax bars flag super tax, SRO 350 issues; FBR chairman forms committee
Islamabad, February 27, 2026 – Representatives of leading tax bar associations on Friday raised serious concerns over the implementation of super tax and SRO 350(I)/2024 during a high-level meeting with Chairman Federal Board of Revenue (FBR), Rashid Mahmood Langrial, prompting the formation of a special committee to address taxpayers’ grievances.
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FBR orders Inland Revenue offices to operate full day on Saturday, February 28
Islamabad, February 27, 2026 – The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has directed all Inland Revenue (IR) offices to operate a full working day on Saturday, February 28, 2026, to facilitate collection of duties and taxes from taxpayers.
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FBR considers email as valid electronic address of taxpayer
Many taxpayers believe that ignoring an email from the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) means they haven’t received a notice. Legally, this is not the case. The FBR is empowered to serve notices electronically, and emails sent to a taxpayer’s registered electronic address are considered valid under tax law.
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