Copyright Act Amendment: Here’s What We Know So Far, and What We Don’t
A letter to the Secretary, DPIIT signals that a Copyright Act amendment may be underway, though no draft Bill has been made public. Academics are urging an open,…
Copyright Amendment
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Authors, Copyright and Royalty Share : The Calcutta High Court gives clarity
The Calcutta High Court has clarified the scope of authors' royalty rights under Indian copyright law, affirming protections introduced by the 2012 amendment. The judgment ensures that authors…
Recap 2021: IP Updates – Part 2
This post revisits major intellectual property law updates in India from 2021, including copyright amendments, tribunal reforms, and sector-specific changes. It offers structured analysis of legislative and regulatory…
Suggestions on the Amendment of the Copyright Act, 1957- Part III
This article examines proposed amendments to the Copyright Act, 1957, with emphasis on accessible formats for disabled persons, statutory licensing, and collective management. The suggestions aim to align…
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…
Performer’s Right under Indian Copyright Law- Part I
This post discusses the evolution and statutory basis of performers right under Indian copyright law, highlighting key amendments and ongoing challenges in legal protection. It provides a structured…