Super Tax Case Hearing Deferred to January 26
The Federal Constitutional Court adjourned the super tax case hearing to January 26 after FBR concluded arguments, citing Supreme Court orders and the validity of relevant tax provisions.
CCP Highlights Tax Complexity and Weak Oversight of Informal Gold Trade
A CCP study finds Pakistan’s gold market struggling with regulatory overlaps, high compliance costs, and weak enforcement, pushing large segments of trade into the informal economy.
Federation and FBR Challenge High Court Rulings on Super Tax Before FCC
The Federal Constitutional Court heard arguments from the federation and FBR challenging high court judgments on Super Tax under Section 4C, focusing on constitutional authority, revenue litigation, and fiscal governance.
FBR Lowers Customs Values for Used Mobile Phones in Pakistan
The Federal Board of Revenue has reduced customs valuation rates for used mobile phones, cutting PTA taxes on popular models from Apple, Samsung, Google Pixel and OnePlus. The move aims to ease import costs, improve availability and support wider smartphone access in Pakistan.
Poultry Industry Urges Removal of Rs10 FED on Day-Old Chicks
The Pakistan Poultry Association has called for the withdrawal of the Rs10 FED on day-old chicks, warning that it will increase chicken prices, threaten food security, and force small and medium poultry farms out of business. Rising costs and industry challenges make the levy a serious concern for farmers and consumers alike.
LTBA Warns of Systematic Failures at FBR, Urges PM Intervention
The Lahore Tax Bar Association (LTBA) has alerted the Prime Minister to widespread governance failures in the FBR, highlighting arbitrary recoveries, delayed refunds, and operational flaws that risk investor confidence and economic stability.
Senate Panel Probes Solar Import Tax Evasion Case
A Senate committee has raised serious concerns over alleged under-invoicing and money laundering in solar kit imports under the Sindh Solar Energy Project, as investigations by FBR, NAB and anti-corruption bodies continue.
Citizens’ Data from NADRA, FBR Allegedly Sold on Dark Web
A Senate panel has expressed serious concern after claims that sensitive citizens’ data from NADRA, FBR and banks is being sold on the dark web for as little as Rs. 500 per person.
Audit Reveals Millions Lost Due to FBR Lapses
The Public Accounts Committee highlighted FBR lapses causing millions in losses to the national exchequer, including uncollected surcharges and additional customs duties, during the period 2010–2014.
Customs Act Explained – FBR’s Authority to Declare Customs Stations Nationwide
For tax year 2026 and onwards, the Federal Board of Revenue can notify any location in Pakistan as a customs station under Section 9 of the Customs Act, 1969, allowing greater flexibility to regulate trade, control smuggling, and support new trade corridors and economic zones.