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Kindle eBooks, Amazon and Business of Licensing: Section 33 Non-Compliance?

The post analyses Amazon’s eBook licensing practices in India, arguing that they contravene Section 33 of the Copyright Act by effectively running a licensing business without registration as a copyright society. The discussion highlights the impact on author rights, regulatory oversight, and the broader implications for Indian copyright law.

Overlapping IP Protection: Call for Caution

Overlapping IP protection has become common, leading to both expanded rights for owners and reduced benefits for the public. This post analyses the Indian legal framework and calls for legislative caution regarding overlaps in copyright, trademark, and industrial design protection.

Would Licensing a Sound Recording Call For Separate License From the Lyricist and Composer?

The Delhi High Court ruled that broadcasting a sound recording in India does not require separate licences from lyricists or composers, only from the producer. This decision has substantial implications for music creators’ rights and royalty entitlements under Indian copyright law.

Gully Boy Leaked, FFI Wants Piracy Court, Kanye West Sued, REM Gets Trump Tweet Removed, and more

This post examines recent copyright and entertainment law developments, including film piracy, major lawsuits, and licensing deals. It presents legal updates objectively, providing structured analysis and practical insights for readers.

Music Broadcast Pvt. Ltd. v. Super Cassette Industries Ltd.

The case examines whether the Copyright Board can issue interim orders and fix royalties in ongoing disputes under Section 31 of the Copyright Act. The court affirmed the Board’s authority, emphasising the need for interim relief to prevent irreparable harm during lengthy litigation.

Cinematograph Act Amendment, Facebook to Make Political Ads Transparent, No Removal of Explicit Streaming Content, EU Agrees on Copyrights, Fiji Counter-sues, and more

A comprehensive review of the Cinematograph Act Amendment, Facebook’s political ad regulations, and evolving copyright rules in the EU. The article discusses recent litigation, licensing developments, and copyright trends in India with an objective legal perspective.

Kindle eBooks, FDI eCommerce Policy and Amazon Marketplace – Non-compliance Continues Contd.

This article analyses Amazon’s Kindle eBook business model in India and its compliance with FDI eCommerce policy. It highlights issues of exclusivity, preferential treatment, and vendor equality on the Amazon marketplace.

Autodesk, Inc. & Another v. Mr. Prashant Deshmukh & Others

The case examines legal consequences of software copyright and trademark infringement in India, focusing on Autodesk and Microsoft’s claims against M & S Consultancy. The court’s decision reinforces the importance of enforcing intellectual property rights and awarding punitive damages to deter piracy.

Intermediaries, Marketplaces and Take Down Actions

This post examines the challenges of intermediary liability and takedown actions in India, focusing on copyright enforcement in online marketplaces. It provides a legal and practical perspective on the effectiveness and pitfalls of the takedown process.

SAP Aktiengesellschaft & Anr (Plaintiff) Vs. Sadiq Pasha, Proprietor, M/s Neologik India

The Delhi High Court restrained Neologik India from using pirated SAP software and awarded punitive damages for copyright infringement. This decision highlights the judiciary’s strict approach to commercial software piracy and the significance of punitive damages in such cases.