Copyright Infringement: Bharat Law House vs. Wadhwa
In Bharat Law House vs. Wadhwa, the Supreme Court examined whether enlarging a law book by an assignee amounts to copyright infringement. The Court held that such enlargement…
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Akshay Kumar’s Upcoming Film in Trouble, Australia’s Copyright Amendment Bill 2018, 2.0 Filter on Facebook, Spotify to Launch in India, Shutterstock Team-up with Greenlight and More
This update reviews recent copyright and entertainment law news in India and abroad, including legal challenges to Akshay Kumar’s films and the Australia Copyright Amendment Bill. Key developments…
Independent Touch of Creativity: Copyrights and Writers (Part 3)
The article discusses how originality and creativity are fundamental for copyright protection for writers under Indian law. It explains the legal standards and offers practical examples to clarify…
Write, Keep Writing, The World will …- Copyrights and Writers (Part 2)
This article discusses the legal nuances of copyright protection for writers in India, highlighting the difference between protected expressions and unprotected ideas. It explores originality, public domain, and…
Who’s Intellect? Who’s Property?
This article explores the evolution and application of copyright law in India, focusing on the balance between author and publisher interests. It examines fair use, statutory exemptions, and…
Public Domain in Copyright Regime: Facilitating Right to Know
This article explores the conflict and reconciliation between copyright protection and the right to know in India. It highlights the importance of fair use, legal exemptions, and judicial…
Copyright Limitations on Media Freedom
This post explores how copyright law both protects and limits media freedom, with emphasis on Indian and comparative legal perspectives. It analyses fair use, public interest, and key…
Words Are All We Have – Copyrights and Writers (Part 1)
The post analyses copyright protection for writers in India, including ownership, registration, and legal rights under Indian law. Key questions around publishing agreements and enforcement are introduced for…
Using Open Source Software in Business
This post analyses the legal and practical considerations of using open source software in business, covering different license types and compliance obligations. It highlights both the benefits and…
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…