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Doordarshan in legal trouble

The Delhi High Court issued an interim injunction against Doordarshan for copyright and moral rights infringement in the Ghubar-e-Khatir series. The judgment underscores the importance of upholding contractual and intellectual property rights in Indian broadcasting.

No more Free Porn, Malibu Media

Malibu Media’s copyright enforcement through numerous individual lawsuits has reshaped the fight against porn piracy. Their approach leverages social stigma to encourage settlements, but it remains contentious and may not work for other content owners.

The Monkey Returns!

The Monkey Selfie case raises significant questions about authorship and copyright law in the context of animal-created works. Analysing both US and Indian statutes, the post concludes that animals are not entitled to copyright ownership under current law.

You Are Free to Sing ‘Happy Birthday’ – Warner’s Copyright Claim Rejected

A US court has ruled that Warner/Chappell Music does not hold copyright in the ‘Happy Birthday’ lyrics. The decision places the lyrics in the public domain, allowing their commercial use without royalty concerns.

Can I Use your Photo in my Blog? – Copyright V. Fair Use

The post discusses when using a photograph in a blog may constitute copyright infringement or fall under fair use, with a focus on legal risks for Indian bloggers. It provides practical advice on Creative Commons licensing and image attribution.

Let’s Go Crazy – Is the Copyright Ruling Fair?

The post discusses the legal requirement for copyright holders to assess fair use before issuing a DMCA takedown notice, with reference to the Lenz v. Universal Music case. It objectively analyses the balance between protecting content creators and enforcing copyright online.

Did China Copy Disney’s famous track?

China’s 2022 Winter Olympics song has drawn criticism for its striking similarity to Disney’s Let It Go, raising fresh concerns about copyright enforcement. The post analyses the plagiarism allegations and situates them within China’s broader intellectual property challenges.

Nike ‘JUMPMAN’ NOT a Copy

The Nike Jumpman logo was challenged in court by photographer Jacobus Rentmeester, who alleged copyright infringement. The court found notable differences between the images and dismissed the claim, concluding that Nike did not copy Rentmeester’s photograph.

John Doe Order for Masaan!

The Bombay High Court granted a John Doe order to Phantom Films to combat potential piracy of Masaan. Such orders provide critical injunctive relief for copyright holders, as seen in several prominent Indian cases.

IP Books : Self Publishing in India- A Worthwhile Proposition?

Self publishing in India is expanding rapidly, but the legal and business risks for authors are significant. Despite promises of control and royalties, self publishing contracts often lack balanced protection for authors’ rights and interests.