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

The Delhi High Court issued an injunction protecting the intellectual property of Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah against unauthorized use in videos, merchandise, and images. The order mandates prompt removal of infringing content and highlights the necessity of safeguarding brand reputation.

Unauthorized Use of Songs in ‘Bachelor Party’ Movie Restrained

The Delhi High Court granted MRT Music interim protection against unauthorized song use in the Bachelor Party film, citing copyright infringement. The order mandates removal of the infringing content and deposit of license fees, reinforcing the necessity of lawful licensing in Indian cinema.

Marc Salon’s Design Makes the Cut: Court Grants Injunction

The Delhi High Court has upheld an injunction protecting Marc Salon’s salon furniture designs against GM Sales, recognising their originality and market reputation. The Court found strong evidence of passing off and copyright infringement, confirming Marc Salon’s entitlement to legal protection.

We cannot stop Yakshini, says the Delhi High Court

The Delhi High Court rejected Pocket FM’s application for an interim injunction against the release of Novi Digital’s Yakshini series. The court found no prima facie copyright infringement and allowed the series to proceed.

Warner Bros. dries up the Doodstream.com!

The Delhi High Court restrained Doodstream.com after Warner Bros. alleged large-scale copyright infringement and non-compliance with Indian legal requirements. The Court held DMCA defences inapplicable and emphasised adherence to the Information Technology Act and intermediary rules.

Renounced Riches, Not Rights! Court upholds Sanyasi’s copyrights

The Delhi High Court held that a sanyasi can own and assign copyright in India, as seen in the case of Srila Prabhupada and the Bhaktivedanta Book Trust. The judgment clarifies that copyright is not automatically relinquished by renunciation, ensuring statutory protection for assigned works.

Authors, Copyright and Royalty Share : The Calcutta High Court gives clarity

The Calcutta High Court has clarified the scope of authors’ royalty rights under Indian copyright law, affirming protections introduced by the 2012 amendment. The judgment ensures that authors of literary and musical works receive royalties, irrespective of copyright ownership transfers or the date of creation.

Premier Injunction for the Premier League : Viacom18 knocks out IPL Pirates with Dynamic+ Injunction

The Delhi High Court granted Viacom18 a dynamic+ injunction to proactively block rogue websites infringing IPL media rights. This order strengthens copyright protection by enabling real-time enforcement against illegal streaming during live events.

Kannada Lyricist Hamsalekha Wins Copyright Case Against Saavn

The Karnataka High Court ruled in favour of Hamsalekha, confirming that authors retain moral rights and the ability to seek name credit, even after assigning rights to IPRS. The Court clarified that such disputes are not necessarily commercial in nature under Indian copyright law.

Ad Agency sues Jindal Steels for Copyright Infringement

Wieden Kennedy sued Jindal Steel for copyright infringement over an advertisement, leading to a Delhi High Court order for arbitration and a monetary deposit. The Court declined an interim injunction, citing balance of convenience and contractual arbitration provisions.