In a recent decision, the Supreme Court in Cryogas Equipment Private Limited v. Inox India Limited affirmed the Gujarat High Court’s decision rejecting an application...
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Renounced Riches, Not Rights! Court upholds Sanyasi’s copyrights
The Delhi High Court held that a sanyasi can own and assign copyright in India, as seen in the case of Srila Prabhupada and the Bhaktivedanta Book Trust. The judgment clarifies that copyright is not automatically relinquished by renunciation, ensuring statutory protection for assigned works.
Read more about Renounced Riches, Not Rights! Court upholds Sanyasi’s copyrightsCASE BRIEF : Phonographic Performance Ltd. vs. Union of India & Ors.
This case brief discusses the Delhi High Court’s analysis of the procedural aspects involved in the re-registration of copyright societies. The judgment underscores the significance of natural justice and fair hearing in decisions affecting intellectual property rights.
Read more about CASE BRIEF : Phonographic Performance Ltd. vs. Union of India & Ors.Indian Copyright Orders and Judgments 2020- Part II
This article offers an analytical review of notable Indian copyright judgments from 2020, focusing on disputes over ownership, infringement, and the interpretation of copyright law. The summaries provide objective insights into the reasoning and decisions of the Indian High Courts.
Read more about Indian Copyright Orders and Judgments 2020- Part IIIndian Copyright Amendments 2020/21- Proposals of the Working Group on IP and Public Interest
A group of respected IP teachers has proposed amendments to the Copyright Act, 1957 to address digital and access challenges. Their recommendations focus on updating exceptions for fair dealing, education, disability, and digital dissemination. The proposals aim to advance creativity and public interest in the Indian copyright regime.
Read more about Indian Copyright Amendments 2020/21- Proposals of the Working Group on IP and Public InterestSummary of Indian Copyright, Entertainment Law Cases and Rules of 2019
A structured overview of significant Indian copyright and entertainment law cases from 2019, with analysis of court judgments and regulatory developments. This post highlights legal trends and provides insights into copyright enforcement and intermediary obligations in India.
Read more about Summary of Indian Copyright, Entertainment Law Cases and Rules of 2019Licensing Copyrights in India
This post examines the legal framework governing copyright licensing in India, highlighting the distinctions between assignments and licenses. It outlines key license types issued by the Copyright Board, as provided under the Copyright Act, 1957.
Read more about Licensing Copyrights in IndiaCopyright Assignment & Licenses – Part II
This article discusses critical legal requirements for copyright assignments and licenses in India under Section 19 of the Copyright Act, 1957. It also analyses the 2012 amendments and their impact on the rights of underlying authors in films and sound recordings.
Read more about Copyright Assignment & Licenses – Part IIHiding in Plain Sight: Is Spotify in the ‘Business of Issuing or Granting Licenses’?
This analysis examines Spotify’s licensing arrangements in India in light of Section 33 of the Copyright Act 1957. It explores whether Spotify’s business model aligns with the Act’s requirements and addresses unresolved legal questions.
Read more about Hiding in Plain Sight: Is Spotify in the ‘Business of Issuing or Granting Licenses’?Technological Protection Measures
Sections 65A and 65B of the Copyright Act, 1957 introduce technological protection measures and rights management safeguards in Indian law. These provisions aim to combat digital copyright infringement and strengthen the rights of copyright owners in the digital era.
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