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This post explores the early use of trade secret law for protecting computer programs in India and its limitations. It discusses how legal and technological developments eventually necessitated…
Complying with OSS licenses involves more than sharing source code. Legal obligations under licences like the GPL include terms on DRM, attribution, and usage restrictions. This post discusses…
The Anil Gupta v. Kunal Dasgupta case sets a precedent on idea protection and breach of confidence in Indian entertainment law. It clarifies that detailed concepts, rather than…
This post discusses a Delhi High Court case on copyright infringement involving film music rights and the principle of harmonious construction in contract law. The Court's decision highlights…
Section 31D of the Copyright Amendment Act, 2012, provides statutory licensing for broadcasting published literary and musical works in India. The post clarifies that this provision mainly applies…
This post provides a structured analysis of works made for hire under Indian copyright law, especially in film production. It examines Section 17, the 2012 amendment, and emerging…
This post analyses the functioning of copyright societies in India, recent legislative changes, and significant judicial interpretations. It addresses critical questions about licensing models and the intent behind…
The post discusses the protection of ideas in the entertainment industry, particularly under Indian copyright law. It addresses the limitations of idea protection, the risks of idea theft,…
This post reviews key copyright infringement disputes, including Dr. Phil’s case against Gawker Media and the status change of the Six-Strikes policy company. It further examines the International…
The Copyright Amendment Bill 2012 brings notable changes to Indian copyright law, impacting authors, performers, and producers in the entertainment sector. This analysis examines the Bill’s main provisions…