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Summary 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.

Licensing 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.

Copyright 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.

Hiding 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.

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.

Indian Copyright Law and Fair dealing

This article analyses the concept of fair dealing under Indian copyright law, as set out in Section 52 of the Copyright Act, 1957. It examines the differences between Indian fair dealing and US fair use, with reference to recent legislative amendments.

Padmini and ors.Vs.Raj Television Network Limited

This case discusses whether the assignment of negative rights to a film includes future modes such as digital cinematography under Indian copyright law. The Court held that the comprehensive assignment of negatives covered all forms of exploitation, including digital formats, upholding Raj Television Network’s rights.