218 articles
This post explores the early use of trade secret law for protecting computer programs in India and its limitations. It discusses how legal and technological developments eventually necessitated…
This post provides a structured analysis of works made for hire under Indian copyright law, especially in film production. It examines Section 17, the 2012 amendment, and emerging…
The post discusses the protection of ideas in the entertainment industry, particularly under Indian copyright law. It addresses the limitations of idea protection, the risks of idea theft,…
This bulletin covers major copyright and entertainment law news, including Gigi Hadid’s copyright claim, Disney’s Avengers Endgame re-release, and notable legal developments in India and abroad. The update…
This bulletin reviews recent legal developments in intellectual property and e-commerce, including court orders, privacy fines, and major investments. It provides objective analysis of the Delhi High Court’s…
This article examines the rise of ground licensing notices for public performance rights in India, particularly those issued by Novex and similar entities. It provides a clear legal…
The Delhi High Court has ruled that architects cannot use moral rights to prevent demolition of their works, narrowing the scope of Section 57. Other updates include Time’s…
This article examines how trademark and copyright laws protect celebrity rights in the USA, UK, and India. It discusses the legal scope of personality, privacy, and publicity rights,…
The Bombay High Court in Star India v Leo Burnett analysed copyright infringement and passing off claims regarding a popular TV serial and a detergent commercial. The Court…
The post examines how the shutdown of Megaupload highlights the convenience and widespread appeal of online piracy. It analyses motivations behind digital piracy and suggests legal and technological…