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The Pakistan Software Export Board (PSEB) has launched a dedicated registration and renewal process for freelancers to help them access official recognition, tax incentives, and government benefits. This initiative aims to bring freelancers into the documented economy, streamline income verification for tax compliance, and connect them with digital payment and export facilitation programs. The step marks a major milestone in formalizing Pakistan’s growing freelance sector.

The Punjab government has collected over Rs 133 billion in just four months through its ePay Punjab platform. The digital system, handling taxes and fees across 18 departments, shows rapid growth in online payments and improved transparency in provincial revenue collection.

Around one-third of Pakistani taxpayers declared zero income this year, triggering a sweeping FBR audit campaign. The crackdown aims to expose tax evasion, expand the revenue base, and restore credibility to Pakistan’s fragile fiscal system.

Gold prices in Pakistan nosedived this week, marking one of the sharpest single-day drops in months. The gold’s 24-karat rate tumbled by nearly Rs 14,000 per tola, reflecting a combination of global weakness and improving local currency conditions. Experts see this as a market correction after months of record-high prices.

Pakistan’s Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has extended the income tax return filing deadline to October 31, 2025. The move provides relief to taxpayers facing portal glitches and documentation delays, with officials confirming no further extensions.

In a move that could directly impact millions of households and businesses, the Pakistani government is weighing new tax measures on solar panels and internet services as part of its latest fiscal discussions with the International Monetary Fund (IMF). These proposals are part of a contingency plan, a financial backup to be used only if the … Read more

When Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb unveiled Pakistan’s federal budget for FY 2025–26 on June 10, 2025, one of the most discussed measures was the introduction of an 18% general sales tax on imported solar panels. As Pakistan experiences a surge in solar adoption, this move—aimed at nurturing the local solar manufacturing industry—has left many weighing its long-term impacts. Let’s … Read more

When Pakistan rolled out its budget for fiscal year 2025–26 in June 2025, it promised a measure of relief for salaried workers, an increasingly vocal segment in a country grappling with inflation and widening fiscal deficits. But as with many government measures, the impact depends on who you are: a low-income urban worker, a mid-level … Read more

The federal budget for fiscal year 2025–26, unveiled on June 10, 2025, introduces significant reforms targeting the salaried class in Pakistan. These reforms strike a balance between targeted tax relief for low- and middle-income earners and increased revenue mobilization from higher-income brackets. Here’s a detailed analysis of what the changes mean for salaried individuals. 1. Tax Slab Revisions: Relief … Read more

The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) is preparing to take a bold and strategic step in the upcoming Budget 2025–26. The authority plans to eliminate the 4% “further sales tax” that currently applies to supplies made by registered enterprises to unregistered buyers. Although this measure will lead to a temporary dip in revenue collection, the … Read more

As Pakistan prepares to unveil its federal budget for the fiscal year 2025–26, a significant policy shift is on the horizon: the government plans to prohibit tax non-filers from purchasing property and vehicles. This measure aims to broaden the tax base and fulfill commitments made to the International Monetary Fund (IMF) under the ongoing loan … Read more

As Pakistan prepares to unveil its federal budget for the fiscal year 2025-26 on June 10, recent developments in negotiations with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) have brought significant changes to the proposed fiscal policies. The IMF has agreed to provide tax relief for the salaried class while rejecting the government’s proposal to impose taxes … Read more