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Hrithik Roshan’s New Film in Legal Trouble

Hrithik Roshan’s latest film has become the subject of a legal dispute over script ownership and copyright. Sudhanshu Pandey alleges that the film’s story and dialogue are copied from his original script Farmayish, leading to legal notices and public claims from both parties.

Disney Sues Venezuelan Company

Disney has initiated legal proceedings against a Venezuelan company for commercial use of its characters in live shows. The matter underscores the distinction between fair use and infringement under copyright law, especially in commercial contexts.

‘Bound by Law: Tales from the Public Domain’

Bound by Law Tales from the Public Domain uses a graphic novel format to demystify fair use and copyright law. It offers clear legal insights for creators and the general public, though some concepts may require prior knowledge for full comprehension.

Intellectual Property and Licensing- A presentation by Dr. Kalyan C. Kankanala at IIM-B

This presentation was delivered by Dr. Kalyan C. Kankanala to PGP-Enterprise Management students at IIM-Bangalore, as a part of their Business Law curriculum. The presentation...

Access to Copyrighted Works for Persons with Disability- Conference at NLSIU

The NLSIU conference examines the Marrakesh Treaty and Indian copyright law, focusing on improving access to works for persons with disabilities. Experts and stakeholders discuss legal provisions, implications, and the broader impact on accessibility.

Exceptions for Access to the Blind

The Indian Copyright Act provides specific exceptions for making works accessible to the blind and disabled, including fair dealing and compulsory licensing provisions. These enable permitted adaptations and distributions of works in accessible formats, ensuring greater inclusion while maintaining important legal safeguards.

Copyright Exceptions for Access to the Blind – Marrakesh Treaty

The Marrakesh Treaty introduces essential copyright exceptions to improve access to published works for the blind and visually impaired. While limited in scope, it represents a notable advancement for accessible literature and copyright law in India.

Doctrine of Merger and Copyright Law

The doctrine of merger prevents copyright protection when an idea and its expression are indistinguishable. Courts in India and abroad apply this principle to maintain the balance between creative rights and public access to ideas.

Statutory License for Cover Versions under the Copyright (Amendment) Act

This analysis examines statutory licensing for cover versions under Section 31C of the Indian Copyright Act. It discusses the legal framework, procedural requirements, and royalty obligations for creating cover versions in India.

The Diary of Anne Frank or Otto Frank?

This article discusses the legal debate over the copyright status of Anne Frank’s diary and the Anne Frank Foundation’s attempt to extend its protection by naming Otto Frank as co-author. It evaluates the legal, ethical, and practical implications of this move within the context of European copyright law.