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Case Details
Case ID 176a5db1-9843-4840-9361-b73d48722556
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Case Number Writ Petition No.71690 of 2023
Decision Date
Hearing Date Dec 07, 2023
Decision Not available
Summary This case involves a writ petition filed by Rana Muhamad Afzal against the Federation of Pakistan regarding issues under the Income Tax Ordinance, 2001, specifically Section 140. The hearing took place on December 7, 2023, at the Lahore High Court, presided over by Judge Shahid Jamil Khan. The petitioner was represented by Advocate Rana Muhamad Afzal and the Federation was represented by Assistant Attorney General Syed Sajjad Haider Rizvi. Several advocates represented the respondent departments, including Mr. Muhammad Bilal Munir, Malik Abdullah Raza, and Hassan Safdar Khan. This case highlights the complexities of income tax regulations and the legal interpretations surrounding them, making it pertinent for legal practitioners and taxpayers alike. The court's decision could set a precedent for future cases concerning tax liabilities and administrative actions taken by revenue authorities, which is crucial for maintaining compliance and understanding taxpayer rights.
Court Lahore High Court
Entities Involved Dr. Shazia Gull, Syeda Lubna Shah, Mr. Akhtar Suraj
Judges Shahid Jamil Khan
Lawyers Rana Muhamad Afzal, Syed Sajjad Haider Rizvi, Mr. Muhammad Bilal Munir, Malik Abdullah Raza, Hassan Safdar Khan
Petitioners Rana Muhamad Afzal
Respondents Federation of Pakistan
Citations 2024 SLD 3337
Other Citations Not available
Laws Involved Income Tax Ordinance, 2001
Sections 140