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…
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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…
Matrubhumi Printing and Publishing Ltd v. IPRS
The Kerala High Court clarified that producers, not composers, own the copyright in sound recordings used in films, unless a contract states otherwise. Matrubhumi and Malayalam Manorama were…
Sholay Media and Entertainment Pvt. Ltd. and Anr. v. Vodafone Essar Mobile Services Ltd. and Ors.
The Delhi High Court addressed copyright assignment and royalty issues in the Sholay ringtone case involving Vodafone. The Court denied an injunction but established conditions to protect the…
Kindle eBooks and Amazon Marketplace – The Non-Compliance Continues
This article analyses Kindle eBooks and Amazon Marketplace in India, focusing on issues of copyright and FDI policy compliance. It highlights how Amazon’s exclusive practices may violate Indian…
The Wind from the West: Playwright Ananda Rao’s Padamati Gali
Ananda Rao's Padamati Gali is a powerful Telugu play examining the plight of Indian farmers in the face of land acquisition and socio-economic challenges. The narrative provides a…
Facebook to Share Chats with Police, Artist Sues Ariana Grande, ‘Fiji Water Girl’ Suit, and more
This post reviews key copyright and entertainment law developments, focusing on legal disputes, policy updates, and industry news in India and globally. Detailed analysis covers Facebook’s cooperation with…
Is GPL so Viral? – The New Phase of OSS License Enforcement and Compliance
This article explores the legal complexities of GPL license compliance in light of recent allegations against Google’s Android. It reviews how OSS enforcement is evolving and discusses the…
No Unauthorised Use of TOI and ET Content, Gigi Hadid Sued, Vice Partners with Hulu, and more
This post examines recent copyright infringement cases involving Indian and international entities, including Times of India, Gigi Hadid, and Vice Media. It offers legal insights on unauthorised content…
A Writer by Any Other Name: Copyrights and Writers (Part 8)
The article explores legal considerations for Indian writers using pseudonyms, focusing on copyright registration, publishing agreements, and trademark protection. It offers practical guidance for writers and publishers on…