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Government imposes 1 pct tax on imported coal

The government imposes a 1% tax on imported coal, affecting coal-fired power producers. Importers must comply with audit and verification under sales tax laws.

Islamabad Excise collects record Rs25.43 billion revenue

Islamabad Excise Department collects record 25.43bn rupees in 2025-26, reflecting increased public trust and effective policies.

Salaried class tops taxpayers in fiscal 2025-26

Salaried class leads taxpayers with 633 bn USD in 2025-26, surpassing other sectors. FBR aims for 15,264 bn USD in 2026-27.

Salaried Pakistanis pay record Rs633bn in taxes

Salaried Pakistanis paid 633 bn rupees in tax, surpassing exporters and real estate sectors, contributing significantly to the economy.

Duties revised on imported cars over 2000cc

Duties on imported cars over 2000cc revised, effective July 1. Electric vehicles face new customs duties.

Punjab decides to monitor venues to curb tax evasion

Punjab government to digitally monitor marriage halls, restaurants to curb tax evasion, setting a 528.5 bn rupees revenue target for 2026-27.

Tax exemptions approved for Mazar-e-Quaid

Tax exemptions approved for Mazar-e-Quaid's income, with significant tariff reductions on imported vehicles proposed in the Finance Bill 2026.

Textile mills oppose FBR camera installation

Textile mills oppose FBR's camera installation plan, citing cost concerns. Owners threaten factory closures if forced to comply.

FBR to cut duty on imported mobile phones

FBR to cut duty on imported mobile phones, impacting revenue. Reduction could affect phones valued up to 200 U.S. dollars.

Pakistan approves higher duties on imported cars

Pakistan's Finance Committee approves higher duties on imported hybrid, electric, and luxury vehicles, impacting auto policy and tax structure.

Finance Minister unveils faceless tax system

Finance Minister Aurangzeb introduces faceless tax system, credits leadership for peace. Economic stability achieved, current account surplus, IT exports up 20%.

Finance Minister denies budget changes

Finance Minister denies budget changes, citing misinterpretation. Economic indicators improve with 6% manufacturing growth, rising exports, and freelancer success.

Budget praised even by critics, says Tarar

Federal Minister Atta Tarar says the budget is praised even by critics, with benefits for salaried individuals, industry, and exporters.

Lavish lifestyle prompts FBR audit warning

FBR warns audits for traders with lavish lifestyles. 7 million not paying correct taxes.

FBR intensifies crackdown on tax fraud

FBR intensifies crackdown on tax fraud, proposing heavy fines and penalties for non-integration with digital tax systems in Finance Bill 2026.

Hefty fines proposed for non-digital businesses

The 2026-27 budget proposes fines for businesses not integrating digitally with FBR, with penalties up to 5 million rupees for repeated violations.

Govt plans 6.779 tn rupees borrowing in 2026-27

Govt plans to borrow over 6.779 tn rupees in 2026-27, with 8.054 tn rupees set for interest payments. Additional loans and external grants are also part of the plan.

Government plans tax relief for salaried class

Government plans income tax relief for salaried class, proposes new slabs and reductions. Awaiting IMF approval today.

Provinces agree to cover federal fiscal deficit

Provinces agree to cover federal fiscal deficit, offering up to 1,700 billion rupees. Punjab pledges over 500 billion rupees. Budget delay due to elections, leadership unavailability.

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