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Use of Music in Salons and Ads

Recent court decisions have strengthened music copyright enforcement against salons and advertisers in India. Businesses are advised to secure licences or use public domain music to comply with legal requirements.

Chand-z Vs. Chand-A For Lungis: Chand-A trademark is not infringing as the use is honest and concurrent, says the Madras High Court.

The Madras High Court ruled that the Chand-A trademark for lungis is not infringing due to honest and concurrent use. The decision clarifies key principles for establishing such use in trademark disputes.

Another dynamic plus order to curb online piracy from the Delhi High Court

The Delhi High Court has granted a dynamic plus injunction to Universal Studios against rogue websites facilitating online piracy. The order extends protections to future infringing sites and empowers ISPs and registrars to block access and share ownership information.

Copyrighted Music in Restaurants, Unlicensed Movies, and Storytelling Platforms

This post analyses recent copyright cases in India, covering unlicensed music in restaurants, unauthorized movie broadcasts, and legal boundaries for storytelling platforms. It highlights the necessity of proper licensing and careful risk assessment to avoid copyright liability.

Recent IP Case Insights – Trademark and Copyright Trends

This article presents a concise analysis of recent IP case law from the Delhi High Court, focusing on trademark and copyright trends. The summaries clarify complex legal issues and illustrate practical implications for professionals and enthusiasts in the field.

Bombay High Court Grants Dynamic Injunction in Copyright Infringement Suit against Instagram Account Holders

The Bombay High Court has issued a dynamic injunction in a copyright infringement suit involving unauthorized sharing of Scam 1992 clips on Instagram. The court’s ruling marks a significant development for intellectual property enforcement in India.

OTT Giants File Infringement Suit Against Forty Rogue Websites for Online Piracy

Major OTT platforms, including Universal City Studios and Netflix Studios, have filed a copyright infringement suit in the Delhi High Court against 40 rogue websites for online piracy. The court granted interim relief, restraining the defendants from unauthorized distribution and ordering ISPs to block infringing websites.

Case Review: Delhi High Court Upholds Ruling in Global Music Junction Pvt. Ltd vs Annapurna Films Pvt. Ltd., & Ors.

The Delhi High Court examined copyright and contract rights in a dispute between Global Music Junction and Annapurna Films. The judgement clarified the limits of exclusivity and injunctive relief in music industry agreements.

Delhi HC Summons Triller, PEMRA Raids Cable Operators Over Indian Content, Adeia Inc. & FetchTV Renew IP Licensing Agreement

The Delhi High Court has summoned Triller after Yash Raj Films filed a copyright infringement case. PEMRA has intensified action against cable operators airing Indian content, while Adeia Inc. has renewed its IP licensing agreement with FetchTV. These cases highlight key developments in intellectual property regulation.

Weekly Copyright, Media, and Entertainment Law Updates

This update highlights key legal developments in copyright, media, and entertainment law, including court cases in India and international regulatory actions. The bulletin offers a concise, factual analysis for legal professionals and stakeholders.