PRA Seals Three Outlets Over Tax Non-compliance
The Punjab Revenue Authority has sealed three outlets, including a prominent food chain, during province-wide enforcement operations aimed at ensuring sales tax compliance and preventing tax evasion.
Latest Tax News
SECP Registers 21,542 New Companies in First Half of FY26
The SECP has registered 21,542 new companies from July–December 2025, with 99.9% completed online via the eZfile system, reflecting the success of digital reforms and Pakistan’s improved business environment.
FBR, Law Enforcement Agencies Strengthen Collaboration for Effective Enforcement
Syed Shakeel Shah and senior FBR officials visited Customs House Quetta to review trade dynamics, anti-smuggling efforts, and inter-agency coordination, while inaugurating new Customs Enforcement sections and promoting environmental responsibility.
PTBA Asks FBR to Stop Unequal Application of Section 7E on Property Tax
The Pakistan Tax Bar Association has asked the FBR to end selective enforcement of Section 7E on immovable properties, calling for equal treatment of taxpayers across all provinces.
NFC Shortfall Threatens K-P’s IMF Commitment, Warns Province
The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government has cautioned that continued delays and shortfalls in federal transfers under the NFC framework could derail its Rs157 billion cash surplus commitment to the IMF, as revenue gaps and rising expenditures intensify fiscal pressure on the province.
PMA Urges PM to Intervene Over FBR Raids on Private Clinics
The Pakistan Medical Association has appealed to the prime minister to halt aggressive FBR raids on private clinics, saying unannounced searches are harassing doctors, disrupting OPDs, and threatening the country’s healthcare delivery system.
FBR Cracks Down on ‘Rogue’ Customs Officials at Airports
The Federal Board of Revenue has dismissed customs officials at major airports for allowing illegal clearance of goods and mishandling currency declarations. The move aims to enforce customs laws, prevent corruption, and maintain integrity in airport operations.
Doctors Threaten Hospital Shutdowns over Alleged FBR Harassment
Physicians from Gujranwala and Gujrat divisions have warned of shutting down private hospitals in Gujrat and Sialkot while protesting what they call harassment and degrading actions by the Federal Board of Revenue, cautioning that the movement could spread across Punjab if the issue is not resolved.
Government Begins FY 2026-27 Budget Preparations
The federal government has begun preparations for the FY 2026-27 budget, assigning the Ministry of Finance to lead tax policy formulation. Stakeholders are invited to submit detailed, data-backed proposals to reduce industrial tax burdens, boost exports, and support growth in IT, manufacturing, and renewable energy sectors.
KP Launches Online App for Police Clearance Certificates
The KP government has introduced an online system for Police Clearance Certificates (PCC), allowing citizens to apply, submit documents, pay fees, and track status digitally. The Police Sahulat Markaz app ensures faster, paperless, and transparent processing across the province.