Are you engaged in the business of goods, services, or contracts in Pakistan? If yes, understanding your income tax deduction at source obligations for tax year 2026 is critical to avoid penalties and ensure compliance.
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CTO Lahore recovers Rs2.65 billion from taxpayer in major enforcement drive
Lahore, December 25, 2025 — In a significant enforcement breakthrough, the Corporate Tax Office (CTO) Lahore has recovered Rs2.646 billion from a taxpayer who failed to fulfill his statutory obligations, the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) announced on Wednesday.
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Tax Deduction on Payments to Non-Residents: FBR Guidelines for Tax Year 2026
Are you making payments to non-residents for business contracts, services, or investments? Understanding Section 152 of the Income Tax Ordinance, 2001 is crucial to comply with Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) regulations for tax year 2026.
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Tax Deduction at Source Under Section 151A: Investors Must Know
Are you an investor in debt securities earning capital gains? The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) mandates tax deduction at source (TDS) under Section 151A of the Income Tax Ordinance, 2001. Understanding these rules ensures compliance and helps you avoid penalties for tax year 2026.
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How tax is deducted at source on your deposits: FBR explains profit on debt
Are you earning profit from bank deposits, National Savings Certificates, or government bonds? Then it’s important to understand how tax is deducted at source (TDS) on these earnings. The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) explains the rules under Section 151 of the Income Tax Ordinance, 2001 for tax year 2026.
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FBR revises reward rules for Inland Revenue officials
Islamabad, December 24, 2025 — The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has introduced amendments to the reward framework for Inland Revenue officials, aiming to update and rationalize incentives for meritorious and high-performing employees.
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FBR notifies special procedure for customs clearance at Sost dry port
Islamabad, December 24, 2025 – The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has issued a notification introducing a special procedure for customs clearance of imported goods at the Sost Dry Port, aiming to streamline trade and facilitate businesses operating in the Gilgit-Baltistan (GB) region.
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FBR announces extended hours for December 2025 tax collection
Islamabad, December 24, 2025 – The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has announced that its field offices will operate with extended working hours to facilitate taxpayers in meeting their duty and tax obligations before the year-end deadlines.
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FBR launches major probe into doctors, hospitals through health bills
Islamabad, December 24, 2025 — The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has launched a nationwide campaign to verify the actual incomes of hospitals and doctors by scrutinising patients’ health bills, as part of its broader effort to curb tax evasion and improve transparency in income reporting.
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Why FBR Collects Salary Tax at Source in Pakistan
Are you a salaried person and often wonder why income tax is deducted from your salary before it reaches your bank account? This system is known as tax deduction at source, and it is governed by Section 149 of the Income Tax Ordinance, 2001.
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