National Assembly Standing Committee on Finance on Friday deliberated on the Federal Board of Revenue’s (FBR) request for expanded powers aimed at addressing significant tax evasion in major sectors. FBR Chairman Rashid Langrial briefed the committee, pointing out that while the FBR holds monitoring authority under sales tax regulations, it …
Read More »Finance Committee increases tax on banks’ profits
The Senate Standing Committee on Finance has approved the Income Tax Amendment Bill 2025. During the meeting, the committee was informed that the tax rate on banks’ profits has been increased from 39% to 42%, in addition to a super tax on banks’ income. The session, chaired by Senator Saleem …
Read More »Committee halts FBR’s controversial vehicles
Aftab Maken The Senate Standing Committee on Finance has voiced strong disapproval of the Federal Board of Revenue’s (FBR) decision to purchase over 1,000 vehicles worth billions of rupees. During a meeting chaired by Senator Saleem Mandviwalla, the committee criticized the procurement and recommended halting it immediately. The controversy began …
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