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This post reviews key copyright infringement cases including Chhapaak, YouTube’s takedown issues, and the Miley Cyrus settlement. It examines legal arguments and recent global developments in copyright law.
BananaIP Counsels is hosting a seminar for writers and publishers focused on copyright protection and publishing agreements. The session will provide legal guidance on managing rights and addressing…
This post evaluates the legal and practical impact of parallel import of copyright in India, focusing on the proposed changes under the Copyright Amendment Bill 2010. It critically…
This post discusses a Delhi High Court case on copyright infringement involving film music rights and the principle of harmonious construction in contract law. The Court's decision highlights…
The Delhi High Court held that gene sequences cannot be protected as copyright or confidential information under Indian law. The Court highlighted the need for originality and distinguished…
The post discusses the legal framework for writers’ moral rights in India, focusing on the rights to paternity and integrity under copyright law. It also explores the impact…
The article provides an analytical review of book publishing contracts, emphasising copyright ownership, royalty structures, and negotiation strategies for Indian writers. It offers practical insights for authors to…
The post analyses Amazon’s eBook licensing practices in India, arguing that they contravene Section 33 of the Copyright Act by effectively running a licensing business without registration as…
Overlapping IP protection has become common, leading to both expanded rights for owners and reduced benefits for the public. This post analyses the Indian legal framework and calls…
A comprehensive review of the Cinematograph Act Amendment, Facebook’s political ad regulations, and evolving copyright rules in the EU. The article discusses recent litigation, licensing developments, and copyright…