Islamabad – The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has embarked on an ambitious initiative to register 1.35 million potential taxpayers identified through third-party data analysis. The FBR has shared this data with Inland Revenue field formations, tasking them with further action to expand the tax base.
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Tax Collection from New Car Registrations Jumps 111% in 4MFY25
Karachi, November 27, 2024 – The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has reported a significant increase in tax collection from new car registrations, reflecting a 111% surge in the first four months of the fiscal year 2024-25 (July–October).
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Tax Collection from Cash Withdrawals Drops 21% in October 2024
Islamabad, November 27, 2024 – Tax revenue from cash withdrawals in Pakistan witnessed a sharp decline, plunging 21% year-on-year (YoY) in October 2024.
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Advance Tax Imposed on Foreign Domestic Workers in Pakistan
KARACHI, November 26, 2024 – Pakistan has introduced an advance income tax requirement on individuals and agencies hiring foreign nationals for domestic work.
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FBR Struggles as Political Protests Undermine Revenue Goals
Islamabad, November 26, 2024 – Political instability is posing significant challenges for the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) in achieving its tax collection target for November 2024, according to sources within the department.
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Advance Tax on Motor Vehicles in Pakistan for TY 2024-25
Advance tax on motor vehicles is levied under Section 231B of the Income Tax Ordinance, 2001, as amended by the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) for the tax year 2024-25.
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FBR Asks Banks to Collect 0.6% Tax on Non-ATL Cash Withdrawal
Karachi, November 25, 2024 – The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has mandated banks to deduct 0.6% advance tax on cash withdrawals exceeding PKR 50,000 in a single day from individuals not listed on the Active Taxpayers List (ATL).
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FBR Outlines Arrest Protocol for Tax Defaulters
Karachi, November 24, 2024 – The Income Tax Ordinance, 2001, empowers the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) to arrest individuals involved in income concealment, enhancing its authority to tackle tax evasion effectively. Section 203B of the updated ordinance outlines the powers and procedures that the FBR can exercise in such cases.
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Tax Officials Empowered to Arrest for Income Concealment
Karachi, November 24, 2024 – The Income Tax Ordinance, 2001, grants tax officials of the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) the authority to arrest individuals accused of concealing income. Section 203B of the updated ordinance outlines the specific powers and procedures tax officials must follow in such cases.
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Offences by Companies, AOPs Under Income Tax Ordinance, 2001
Karachi, November 23, 2024 – The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has clarified the provisions regarding offences committed by companies and Associations of Persons (AOPs) under the Income Tax Ordinance, 2001. These offences are detailed in Section 200 of the Ordinance, which outlines the responsibilities and liabilities of individuals associated with such entities when a violation occurs.
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