Int’l survey says annual economic costs attributable to smoking-related diseases
Lead to 40% decline in production, ineffective T&T system results in losses of over Rs310b
Majority of revenue comes from cash withdrawals and electricity use
PTBA says FBR system sending notices to deceased individuals, defunct companies
Data collected on 1.5 million with taxable income; notices issued to 800,000
Amasses nearly Rs3.5tr, on track to achieve goal set by IMF
Hundreds of FBR employees failed to file tax returns, wealth statements
District offices set up with powers to cut off utility connections of non-filers
Move comes following 21% increase in imports in August compared to July
Rules out more levy on agri, construction sectors