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Pakistan Published 20 Nov, 2025 06:41pm

IMF sees 6.5% GDP upside if Pakistan fixes corruption, governance

Diagnostic report calls for reforms to taxation, procurement and oversight of Pakistan’s revenue authority

Business & Economy Published 31 Oct, 2025 09:44pm

Record surge in tax return filings as 5.9 million Pakistanis submit returns this year

FBR reports a 17.6% rise in tax filers and Rs9 billion higher tax payments compared to last year.

Pakistan Published 30 Oct, 2025 11:14pm

PIA used Rs28bn in collected taxes for its own expenses, Senate committee told

Privatisation Commission says national airline’s privatisation to be completed by December; concerns raised over foreign investors’ lack of interest

Business & Economy Published 30 Oct, 2025 09:55pm

PM orders probe into sales tax fraud; seeks report in three weeks

Shehbaz directs forensic audit of PRAL system, vows strict action against those responsible

Business & Economy Published 28 Oct, 2025 06:02pm

FBR launches massive audit drive after one million taxpayers declare zero income

Around 33% of 5.5 million returns show no or nominal income as the authority moves to detect tax evasion

Business & Economy Published 25 Oct, 2025 08:50pm

Pakistan, Iran form joint committee to resolve border trade bottlenecks

New mechanism to address logistics hurdles and boost regional connectivity

Business & Economy Published 17 Oct, 2025 08:59pm

FBR’s tax reforms presented as global case study at World Bank meet

Unveils new digital platform IRIS 3.0

Pakistan Published 15 Oct, 2025 07:40pm

FBR extends deadline for filing income tax returns until Oct 31

So far, 5.1 million taxpayers have filed their returns, say officials

Business & Economy Published 11 Oct, 2025 07:45pm

Aurangzeb embarks on six-day US visit for IMF, World Bank annual meetings

Over 65 high-level engagements planned as Pakistan seeks deeper economic cooperation and global investor confidence

Pakistan Published 08 Oct, 2025 07:37pm

Govt meets another IMF condition as FBR issues draft rules for civil servants’ asset disclosure

The revised framework proposes mandatory asset declarations for Grade 17-22 officers to enhance transparency and governance

Business & Economy Updated 09 Oct, 2025 02:47am

IMF pushes for stronger transparency laws, import restrictions

IMF-Pakistan talks end with differences over governance and anti-corruption reforms

Business & Economy Published 01 Oct, 2025 08:46pm

Aurangzeb rules out new taxes, says IMF talks ‘positive’ and economy stable

Eurobond payment boosts confidence; Panda bond launch with China expected by November

Pakistan Published 01 Oct, 2025 12:28am

FBR extends income tax return filing deadline to October 15

Tax authority grants 15-day relief after earlier denying extension reports

Pakistan Updated 29 Sep, 2025 05:55pm

No extension in income tax returns deadline: FBR

Tax authority urges taxpayers to file by Sept 30, warns of penalties for late filers

Business & Economy Updated 27 Sep, 2025 08:21am

FBR scraps ‘market value’ column from tax return forms 2025

FBR says move will ease filing process; deadline for returns remains Sept 30

Business & Economy Published 26 Sep, 2025 04:55pm

IMF urges Pakistan to boost revenues, cut deficit as review talks enter second day

Subsidy cuts, tax reforms, and fiscal measures dominate discussions with key ministries

Business & Economy Published 25 Sep, 2025 06:16pm

IMF mission begins second review talks in Pakistan to unlock $1bn tranche

FBR shares alternative tax plan as discussions cover flood impact and fiscal reforms

Pakistan Published 24 Sep, 2025 09:26pm

Council of Islamic Ideology backtracks on declaring withholding tax un-Islamic

Council says earlier ruling was misinterpreted, matter remains under review

Pakistan Published 22 Sep, 2025 12:57pm

FBR decides to take action against tax evaders

Data of 57,000 Jewellers collected to crack down on tax evasion

Pakistan Published 20 Sep, 2025 03:51pm

FBR to take action against those who flaunt wealth on social media

100,000 high-spending individuals under audit as tax authority zeroes in on non-filers

Business & Economy Published 05 Sep, 2025 06:45pm

FBR: Salaried class pays Rs85bn income tax in July-August, up 21% YoY

Non-corporate employees contribute the most as property-related taxes show mixed trend

Business & Economy Published 07 Aug, 2025 08:46pm

FBR revamps arrest procedure for tax fraud, unveils new rules for traders

Tax authority announces major changes in the arrest process, including blacklisting and suspension of registration for those involved in tax fraud.

Pakistan Published 04 Jun, 2025 05:55pm

Budget 2025-26 layout to be set at Rs17.5 trillion, lower than current fiscal year

BISP to receive Rs700 billion; FBR to get a collection target of Rs14.1 trillion

Pakistan Published 02 Jun, 2025 04:55pm

Govt institutional reforms to lead country toward stable global economy: PM

Implementation of faceless customs assessment system leads to overall increase in revenue

Pakistan Published 05 May, 2025 08:20pm

PM directs punitive action against tax evasion, illegal cigarette trading

Amendments aim to protect honest taxpayers, prevent unnecessary harassment of businesses by FBR

Business & Economy Published 03 May, 2025 09:32am

FBR extends e-invoicing deadline for corporate, non-corporate taxpayers

Extension allows more time for companies and registered individuals to integrate billing systems

Business & Economy Published 17 Mar, 2025 09:07pm

Pakistan, World Bank discuss $20 billion reform plan under CPF

Finance Minister stresses integrated fiscal and economic reforms for sustainable growth

Pakistan Published 21 Feb, 2025 07:24pm

PM Shehbaz unveils modern case management system for swift justice

Says trillions in cases stuck in tribunals, high courts, and Supreme Court.

Pakistan Published 14 Feb, 2025 05:06pm

Another IMF condition met: FBR stripped of key powers

FBR’s role now limited to tax collection

Pakistan Published 12 Feb, 2025 11:45pm

Grade 17-22 government employees required to declare assets

Public to have access to officials’ asset details under the proposed amendment