Employment First, IPL Later, Copyright Nowhere
In the case of Gaurav Garg v. Aly Morani & Ors., the dispute arose from claims over the IPL Awards event, its presentation, and related written material. The…
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Dhanush v. Nayanthara: Netflix denied an exit pass in copyright violation case
The Madras High Court ruled in favor of Wunderbar Films in its copyright dispute with Netflix over the unauthorized use of behind-the-scenes footage. Netflix’s applications challenging jurisdiction and…
Updated Patent, Trade Mark, Copyright and other Acts
The post offers updated and amended versions of major Indian intellectual property statutes following the abolition of the IPAB. Downloadable resources and detailed amendment summaries are provided for…
Vitiation of IPAB and Beyond – What changes under the Copyright Act now?
The abolition of the IPAB through the Tribunals Reforms Ordinance 2021 has shifted copyright adjudication powers to High Courts and Commercial Courts. This post examines the key changes…
Suggestions on the Amendment of the Copyright Act, 1957- Part I
This article outlines BananaIP Counsels’ key suggestions to amend the Copyright Act, 1957, especially in light of digitalisation and changing business models. It highlights proposed legal changes to…
American Broadcasting vs. Aereo – Landmark Copyright Infringement case
The US Supreme Court’s decision in American Broadcasting vs. Aereo clarified the scope of public performance and copyright infringement for television broadcasts. The judgment signals a pivotal shift…
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…
Performer’s Rights under Indian Copyright Law
This post discusses the evolution and judicial recognition of performers rights under Indian Copyright Law, highlighting key cases and ongoing legal challenges. It provides an objective analysis of…