Supreme court: DTH services liable for both entertainment and service tax
The Supreme Court has affirmed the authority of both state legislatures and parliament to impose taxes on Direct-to-Home (DTH) services. States can levy entertainment tax, recognizing DTH as a luxury under their purview. Simultaneously, the parliament holds the power to collect service tax on broadcasting activities, acknowledging the service component provided by DTH operators.
The Supreme Court has affirmed the authority of both state legislatures and parliament to impose taxes on Direct-to-Home (DTH) services. States can levy entertainment tax, recognizing DTH as a luxury under their purview. Simultaneously, the parliament holds the power to collect service tax on broadcasting activities, acknowledging the service component provided by DTH operators.
