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Copyright Infringement: Bharat Law House vs. Wadhwa

In Bharat Law House vs. Wadhwa, the Supreme Court examined whether enlarging a law book by an assignee amounts to copyright infringement. The Court held that such enlargement was within the assigned rights and vacated the injunction against the defendants.

Akshay Kumar’s Upcoming Film in Trouble, Australia’s Copyright Amendment Bill 2018, 2.0 Filter on Facebook, Spotify to Launch in India, Shutterstock Team-up with Greenlight and More

This update reviews recent copyright and entertainment law news in India and abroad, including legal challenges to Akshay Kumar’s films and the Australia Copyright Amendment Bill. Key developments in licensing, streaming, and copyright society registration are also analysed.

Copyright Statistics, BCCI, Facebook, PokerNews and More.

The post analyses recent trends in Indian copyright registrations and reviews significant infringement cases involving BCCI, Facebook, and T-Series. It also discusses international copyright disputes and notable licensing deals, providing a factual legal perspective.

Publication of Bare Acts Not Infringement, Cinematograph Act Amendments, No Copyright For Taste, and More

This post examines recent copyright law updates in India, including positions on bare acts publication and Cinematograph Act reforms. It also covers global copyright decisions and major legal cases in the entertainment industry, providing clear and objective legal analysis.

Sarkar in Copyright Trouble, ‘Thugs of Hindostan’ Leaked, China Bans Many Karaoke Songs, Harry Potter Themed Event, Google Partners with Sephora and more

This update examines key copyright infringement news, including the Sarkar legal dispute and the Thugs of Hindostan film leak. It also covers international copyright actions, merchandising updates, and new technology partnerships, offering a structured overview of recent entertainment law developments.

Kylie Jenner Sued Over ‘Born to Sparkle’, Vans – NASA collaboration for Space Age Shoes, Alibaba Emerges Victorious in a Trademark Battle and other news

This article summarises recent legal developments in trademark law, including key cases involving Kylie Jenner, Vans, and Alibaba. It also presents new statistics from the Indian Trademark Office and highlights updates in brand licensing and geographical indications.

Trade Secret Case Law Jurisprudence in India- 1

This post analyses a foundational Indian case on trade secret protection, demonstrating how courts recognise confidential business information. It discusses the legal significance of confidentiality agreements and technical documentation in trade secret disputes.

No Copyright in Mechanical Compiled database, ‘Suspiria’ Copyright Suit settled, Tracy Chapman Sues Nicki Minaj, Comments on Digital Copyright System, CD Baby Partners with Cosynd and more

This post discusses significant copyright and entertainment law news, including the Delhi High Court’s decision on mechanical compilation copyright and major international infringement suits. Updates on digital copyright systems and industry partnerships are also analysed.

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.