Tax - November 10, 2026

PM Calls for Modern, Trustworthy Tax System to Drive Growth

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman on Tuesday emphasized the necessity of expanding Bangladesh’s tax net instead of imposing heavier financial burdens on existing taxpayers, stressing that a modernized, digitalized, and data-driven

PM Inaugurates Revenue Conference 2026, Urges Dedicated Effort

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman officially opened the Revenue Conference 2026 on Tuesday, marking the nation's second major gathering aimed at accelerating revenue generation and broadening the tax base. Organized by the

TIN Required for New Bank Accounts, Students and 'No-Frills' Accounts Exempted

The government has proposed making a Taxpayer's Identification Number (TIN) certificate mandatory for opening new bank accounts in the proposed national budget for the 2026–2027 fiscal year (FY27). The initiative, aimed

Content Creation Made Tax-Free, Laptop and SIM Duties Withdrawn

Finance and Planning Minister Amir Khosru Mahmud Chowdhury on Thursday announced a powerful combination of sweeping tax cuts and multi-crore structural allocations in the national budget for the 2026-27 fiscal

NBR Warns against Income Tax Job Fraudsters

The National Board of Revenue (NBR) on Monday issued a stern warning to jobseekers and their guardians against fraud rings that are collecting money by falsely promising employment in the

Shakira Acquitted of Tax Evasion Charges, to Receive $64 Million Refund

Following an eight-year legal battle, Colombian pop icon Shakira has been completely acquitted of tax evasion charges after a ruling by Spain’s high court. According to a report by the BBC,

Govt to Scrap Surcharge, Eyes New Wealth Tax

The government is planning a major fiscal overhaul in the upcoming national budget by introducing a direct wealth tax to replace the existing surcharge on high-net-worth individuals. National Board of Revenue

Cabinet Grants Duty Waiver on Import of New e-Buses, Trucks

The cabinet today approved a proposal granting a massive waiver of customs duties and taxes on the import of new brand electric buses and trucks to encourage an environmentally friendly

NBR Automates VAT Audit Selection, 600 Firms Picked in First Phase

The National Board of Revenue (NBR) has selected 600 firms for Value Added Tax (VAT) audit using a fully automated system. The initiative is designed to eliminate manual intervention and ensure

NBR Extends Corporate Tax Return Deadline to April 15

The National Board of Revenue (NBR) has officially extended the deadline for corporate income tax return submissions by one month. According to a notification issued by the tax authority on Sunday,

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