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New Tax Imposed On Online Shopping
Pakistan’s government has introduced tax on online shopping and Cash on Delivery (CoD) transactions as part of the Budget 2025-26. The aim is to expand…
18% Sales Tax Imposed On Imported Solar Panels
The government of Pakistan has approved an 18% sales tax on the import of solar panels. This decision was a part of the budget for…
Tax Increased on Non-filler Over Cash Withdrawal
The federal government has raised the advance tax rate on cash withdrawals for non-filers. Previously set at 0.6 per cent under Section 231AB for cash…
Non-Fillers Can Not Buy A Car Or Property Anymore
Over 120 million Pakistanis are no longer allowed to purchase cars or property. This change was one of the classifications under the Income Tax Ordinance…
Strict Penalties Proposed for NTN and CNIC Misuse in Budget
In a bid to curb tax evasion, the federal government has proposed strict penalties for those misusing National Tax Numbers (NTNs) and Computerized National Identity…
10% Salary Increase for Govt Employees Unlikely in Budget ( Now Approved)
ISLAMABAD: ( Updated) A 10% salary increase for government employees in the upcoming Budget for 2025–26 now seems unlikely. Government sources indicate that the raise…
Warning!! Budget May Increase Taxes on Food, Books, and Daily Essentials
With a record tax revenue target for FY26, the federal government is proposing tax hikes on essential items like food, books, and stationery in the…
Fertilisers and Pesticides to Remain Tax-Free in Budget 2025-26
In a move to support farmers grappling with high input costs, the federal government has decided to retain the tax exemption on fertilisers and pesticides…
Govt Slaps Heavy Tax on FB, Google, Daraz & Digital vendors
ISLAMABAD: The federal government is set to enforce the Digital Presence Proceeds Levy Act 2025, introducing a new 5% tax on global and domestic digital…
Movie Tickets to Get Expensive as Govt Withdraws Cinema Tax Exemption
ISLAMABAD: Moviegoers may soon have to pay more for tickets, as the federal government has proposed to withdraw the cinema tax exemption in the FY2025…
Health, Education Costs Soar Despite Low Overall Inflation in Pakistan
ISLAMABAD: While inflation in Pakistan reached a historic low of 0.3% in April FY2025, the Economic Survey 2024-25 revealed that health and education sectors continue…
LSM Growth in Pakistan Declines for Third Straight Year
ISLAMABAD: The LSM growth in Pakistan recorded a 1.5% contraction during July–March FY2025, compared to a marginal decline of 0.22% in the same period last…
