Service tax applicability on publishing services, editorial services

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Whether service tax chargeable on publishing services, editorial services and content development and management services in respect of publishing of books & journals ?

AI Summary

Service Tax Applicability on Publishing Services: Content Supply Non-Taxable, Advertising May Be Taxable. Analyze Facts Carefully. A discussion on the applicability of service tax on publishing, editorial, and content management services for books and journals was initiated. One response indicated that the development and supply of content for publishing books and journals are not taxable services, but related services like advertising might be taxable, suggesting a careful analysis of facts is necessary. Another response inquired about the liability of service tax on book publication and requested information on relevant cases.