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Star Wars’ New Trademark, Timeless Copyright Law Suit, Garfield merchandise and more

This weekly update covers significant legal events in the entertainment sector, including new trademarks, merchandise deals, and copyright lawsuits. Compiled by BananaIP Counsels, it presents key developments for media, copyright, and licensing professionals.

Rangoon movie, Facebook Licensing, DC Super Hero Girls, Special 301 and more

This update reviews recent legal developments in entertainment and copyright law, including infringement cases, licensing opportunities, and international trends. Insights are provided with a clear, analytical approach relevant to industry professionals.

Hrithik, Beyonce, Infringement, Bombay High Court

This update explores recent copyright infringement cases before the Bombay High Court, shifts in entertainment licensing, and disputes around celebrity publicity rights. It analyses legal developments in digital media and government policies affecting the entertainment sector.

Royalty Rights in Sound Recordings, Lyrics & Musical Works – Part 1

This article examines the complex structure of royalty rights in sound recordings, lyrics, and musical works under Indian law. It discusses copyright ownership, licensing, and the roles of copyright societies with reference to relevant statutes and case law.

Weapon in the hands of Police?

The Indian Government has launched an IPR toolkit to assist police in enforcing intellectual property rights. This scheme, led by CIPAM and FICCI, is part of the National IPR Policy, aiming to improve awareness and enforcement nationwide.

Landmark Copyright-related Events in the year 2016- Part 2

The post provides an overview of landmark copyright law events in India during 2016, including notable court decisions and regulatory actions. It highlights disputes, judicial clarifications, and policy changes that shaped Indian copyright law that year.

Landmark Copyright-related Events in the year 2016- Part I

This post examines key copyright law events in India during 2016, focusing on judicial restrictions on copyright societies and the influential DU photocopy case. It provides an analytical overview of how these decisions have shaped copyright enforcement and educational access.

Indian Performing Right Society v. Aditya Pandey & Ors.

This post analyses the Supreme Court’s decision in Indian Performing Right Society v. Aditya Pandey, clarifying royalty payments for sound recordings. The judgment affirms that broadcasters need only pay royalties to the sound recording’s copyright owner, not to the authors of underlying musical or lyrical works.

Dish Tv India faces Copyright infringement suit

Dish TV India was restrained by the Delhi High Court for copyright infringement involving unauthorised satellite broadcasts in the Middle East. The suit by OSN emphasised the importance of territorial broadcast rights and licensing compliance.

Entertainment and Copyright news

This update explores key trends in Indian copyright law, including the extension of Section 31D to internet broadcasting and government action against misleading copyright websites. The article provides a clear, factual analysis of these legal developments.