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Copyright Statistics, BCCI, Facebook, PokerNews and More.

The post analyses recent trends in Indian copyright registrations and reviews significant infringement cases involving BCCI, Facebook, and T-Series. It also discusses international copyright disputes and notable licensing deals, providing a factual legal perspective.

Publication of Bare Acts Not Infringement, Cinematograph Act Amendments, No Copyright For Taste, and More

This post examines recent copyright law updates in India, including positions on bare acts publication and Cinematograph Act reforms. It also covers global copyright decisions and major legal cases in the entertainment industry, providing clear and objective legal analysis.

Circumventing Around Anti-circumvention Law

This post analyses the anti-circumvention law proposed in India under Section 65A of the Copyright Amendment Bill 2010. It discusses ambiguities, exceptions, and challenges in enforcing technological protection measures, questioning the law’s effectiveness for copyright owners.

Sarkar in Copyright Trouble, ‘Thugs of Hindostan’ Leaked, China Bans Many Karaoke Songs, Harry Potter Themed Event, Google Partners with Sephora and more

This update examines key copyright infringement news, including the Sarkar legal dispute and the Thugs of Hindostan film leak. It also covers international copyright actions, merchandising updates, and new technology partnerships, offering a structured overview of recent entertainment law developments.

Waiving Moral Rights Can Be Moral

This analysis explores whether moral rights can be waived under different legal systems, with a focus on Indian copyright law. The issue remains unsettled by legislation and case law, making contractual terms and author status pivotal.

Value of Intellectual Property for Music Bands

This post explores the legal value of intellectual property for music bands in India, with an emphasis on trademark and copyright protection. It outlines essential registration procedures and the importance of enforcing rights to maximise revenue and avoid infringement.

TRAI Act Prevails over Copyright, Netflix sued for copyright infringement, ToH deal with Google and more.

The Supreme Court has clarified that the TRAI Act takes precedence over copyright law in matters of public interest, impacting TV channel pricing. The post also covers ongoing copyright disputes, updates in sports broadcasting rights, and innovative licensing deals in the entertainment sector.

“Three Idiots” Controversy – An Analysis

This analysis explores the legal and contractual aspects of the Three Idiots controversy, focusing on copyright and credit issues between Chetan Bhagat and the film producers. It evaluates substantial similarity under Indian law and examines the parties’ agreement regarding attribution.

Moral of “3 Idiots”

This article discusses the legal and practical aspects of moral rights in Indian copyright law, using the 3 Idiots controversy as a case study. It explores the scope of waivers, legislative protections, and the ongoing relevance of moral rights for authors.

Music Band Agreements

The post examines essential aspects of music band agreements in India, including intellectual property rights, income division, and member departures. It stresses the need for precise contractual terms to safeguard the interests of band members and reduce disputes.