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Enforcement Action Against Palm for Violation of Terms of Open Source License

This post examines Artifex’s enforcement action against Palm for alleged violation of open source license terms regarding muPDF. It discusses the legal trends in OSS license compliance and the implications for businesses using open source software.

R.G. Anand vs. Delux Films and Ors., AIR 1978 SC 1613

The R.G. Anand vs. Delux Films case clarified that Indian copyright law protects expression, not mere ideas. The Supreme Court found no substantial similarity between the play and the film, setting an important precedent on copyright infringement.

Tata Sky Drops Sony, Harassment Clause in Contracts, American Airlines Sues US Copyright Office, BLIZZARD and LEGO Team Up and more

This update covers significant Indian copyright news, industry disputes, legal reforms, and international developments. Key topics include Tata Sky and Sony’s pricing conflict, court orders, and global copyright trends, with objective analysis for legal and entertainment professionals.

Gramophone Company of India Ltd. vs. Birendra Bahadur Pandey and Ors., 1984 AIR 667

The Gramophone Company of India copyright case clarified that pirated goods in transit through India are subject to Indian copyright law. The Supreme Court held that such importation constitutes infringement under both the Copyright Act and Customs Act.

Obscenity in Web Series, Notice Against Swiggy, Copyright Infringement of PS4, Mega Man Movie and More

The latest post examines significant copyright and entertainment law updates, including court actions on web series obscenity and brand misuse. It also covers high-profile copyright infringement suits and recent industry developments in India and abroad.

DELHI HIGH COURT STAYS SALE OF BOOK ON RAMDEV, NEW TRIAL IN LED ZEPPELIN’S COPYRIGHT SUIT, PUBLISHERS BATTLE AGAINST RESEARCH GATE, CHARLIE CHAPLIN MERCHANDISING IN INDIA AND MORE

This post reviews recent copyright law news, including significant judicial orders, international copyright disputes, and new licensing initiatives. It provides an analytical perspective on Indian and global developments relevant to copyright, entertainment, and merchandising.

Saamy Square Piracy, Development in Solid Oak v. Take-Two Case, Songs on Spotify, Warner Music acquire EMP and more.

This post examines major developments in copyright and entertainment law, including Saamy Square’s piracy, international litigation, and industry updates. It highlights Spotify’s direct upload initiative and Warner Music’s acquisition of EMP, alongside Indian copyright statistics.

CAT Questions Dispute, Fox Copyright Infringement, Wolf Case, More Original Content for Amazon Prime and more.

The latest copyright and entertainment law update explores key cases such as the CAT questions dispute and Fox’s Empire copyright appeal, along with Amazon’s push for original content. The post also examines recent trends in Indian copyright filings and offers expert legal insights.

LEGAL NOTICE TO SONY, COPYRIGHT IN FILM TITLES, RICK AND MORTY THEMED BAR CLOSED, LEGAL NOTICE TO DONALD TRUMP, SIMPSONS MERCHANDISE AND MORE

This post examines notable copyright and entertainment law updates including legal disputes, film title protection, and international copyright cases. It also provides insights on merchandising and copyright registration trends, with a focus on objective legal analysis.

KASHMIR REMOVED FROM MISSION IMPOSSIBLE, IIFA ACCUSED OF PLAGIARISM, PIRACY CASES AGAINST COX, COPYRIGHT CASE SETTLED BY GREAT DANE, BIRA MERCHANDISE AND MORE

This post examines recent copyright and entertainment law developments including high-profile infringement cases, plagiarism allegations, and industry licensing updates. It also provides the latest Indian copyright statistics and insights into merchandising trends, following a structured legal perspective.