This post reviews key trade mark cases and news from India and abroad, including legal updates on religious names, infringement actions, and GI applications. It also covers trade…
Intellepedia · 23 Aug 2017
This article discusses the legal dispute over copyright assignment and sequel rights in the Sarkar film series. The Bombay High Court held that remake rights were granted to…
Intellepedia · 10 Jun 2017
This post explores landmark cases of film censorship in India, such as Udta Punjab and Lipstick Under My Burkha, and reviews how the CBFC's decisions were challenged in…
Dr. Kalyan Kankanala · 23 Mar 2017
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…
Intellepedia · 17 Feb 2017
This weekly update examines key Indian trademark disputes, including Sephora's resolution with a local footwear business and GlaxoSmithKline's legal victory over GSK Life Sciences. It also discusses the…
Intellepedia · 9 Nov 2016
The Bombay High Court dismissed a copyright infringement suit against Mohenjo Daro, finding no substantial similarity with the plaintiff’s work. The judgement reinforced the need for clear evidence…
Intellepedia · 8 Aug 2016
The Bombay High Court dismissed a copyright infringement claim against the makers of Mohenjo Daro, finding the allegations unsupported. The court imposed costs on the plaintiff and allowed…
Intellepedia · 5 Aug 2016
Yash Raj Films secured a John Doe order from the Bombay High Court to combat piracy of Sultan, allowing blocking of infringing links and restricting unauthorised broadcasts. This…
Intellepedia · 6 Jul 2016
Udta Punjab faced both censorship disputes and an online piracy crisis before its release. The article examines legal remedies, including John Doe orders, and the broader impact of…
Intellepedia · 18 Jun 2016
The Udta Punjab censorship controversy exposed deep tensions between artistic freedom and regulatory authority in Indian cinema. The Bombay High Court’s judgement in favour of the filmmakers reaffirmed…
Intellepedia · 16 Jun 2016