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Only Copyright Societies Can Issue Licenses: Delhi High Court Strikes a Blow to Music Licensing Practices of PPL, Novex, and Others

In Azure Hospitality Pvt. Ltd. v. Phonographic Performance Ltd., the Court held that Phonographic Performance Limited (“PPL”), though an assignee of copyrights, could not engage...

Thomson Reuters vs ROSS Intelligence : Does training AI models amount to fair use?

The US District Court for Delaware ruled in favor of Thomson Reuters, finding that ROSS Intelligence infringed Westlaw’s copyrights by using its headnotes and editorial content for AI training. The Court rejected ROSS’s fair use defense, emphasizing market harm and the need for AI developers to license copyrighted materials. While granting partial summary judgment to Thomson Reuters, the Court left certain copyright expiration claims for jury determination. This decision reinforces copyright protections in legal research and sets a precedent for AI-related copyright disputes.

Counterfeit books sold on Amazon, Allahabad Law Agency obtains injunction

In Allahabad Law Agency v. Amazon Seller Services Pvt. Ltd. & Ors., the Delhi High Court granted a permanent injunction against online sellers distributing counterfeit copies of Law of Torts by Dr. R.K. Bangia. The Court found copyright and trademark infringement but declined to award damages, granting nominal costs of Rs. 15,000 to the Plaintiff.

Dhanush v. Nayanthara: Netflix denied an exit pass in copyright violation case

The Madras High Court ruled in favor of Wunderbar Films in its copyright dispute with Netflix over the unauthorized use of behind-the-scenes footage. Netflix’s applications challenging jurisdiction and seeking rejection of the plaint were dismissed. The Court held that territorial jurisdiction was valid, pre-suit mediation was not mandatory due to urgency, and combining statutory and common law remedies was permissible.

Copyright Disputes in Partnerships are Arbitrable

The Madras High Court appointed an arbitrator in the case of M. Rajaratnam vs. M/S. Raj Video Vision, rejecting claims of non-arbitrability. The court ruled that the dispute centered on the misuse of partnership assets, not merely copyright infringement, and thus could be resolved through arbitration.

Copying of Artistic Architectural Works in Brochure for Advertising Restrained

In a copyright dispute, the Delhi High Court issued an interim injunction restraining Navraj Infratech from using artistic architectural works of Countrywide Promoters. The court found prima facie infringement of copyright and passing off. The case is set for further hearings in January 2025.

Compulsory licensing in copyrights, Al Hamd challenges PPL’s fees

The case of Al Hamd Tradenation v. Phonographic Performance Ltd. involves a dispute over the issuance of a compulsory license under Section 31 of the Copyright Act for public performance rights. Al Hamd contends that the license fees charged by PPL were unreasonable, while PPL argues the petition is not maintainable. The Court has reserved its decision, keeping all issues open for further consideration.

When Saregama found a copyright infringement suit, not so e’Zee’

The Delhi High Court held that Saregama’s suit against Zee Entertainment over copyright infringement was rendered infructuous under Section 60 of the Copyright Act, allowing Saregama to file a counterclaim. The court made no ruling on the final copyright claims, pending trial.

Delhi High Court issues injunctions for fraudulently using IP Law Firm’s Trademark and Partner’s Name

The Delhi High Court issued an interim injunction in favor of Anand And Anand, safeguarding its trademark against fraudulent impersonation in emails. The court also ordered the blacklisting of email addresses used by cybercriminals and instructed service providers to disclose their identities.

Videos, Merchandise, and Image Infringement of the TV Show ‘Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah’ Injuncted

The Delhi High Court issued an ex-parte injunction in favor of Neela Film Productions, creators of “Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah,” restraining various online platforms from infringing the show’s intellectual property rights. This ruling underscores the need for protecting IP against unauthorized use and commercial exploitation.

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