Moral of “3 Idiots”
This article discusses the legal and practical aspects of moral rights in Indian copyright law, using the 3 Idiots controversy as a case study. It explores the scope…
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Music Band Agreements
The post examines essential aspects of music band agreements in India, including intellectual property rights, income division, and member departures. It stresses the need for precise contractual terms…
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…
Open Source Software and Patent Risks
This article analyses the patent risks associated with open source software, focusing on legal challenges, real-world cases, and mitigation strategies. It provides practical guidance for developers and companies…
OSS SERIES : A PRIMER ON OPEN SOURCE SOFTWARE
This primer examines open source software through the lens of Indian copyright law. It details key open source principles, licensing frameworks, and the business potential inherent in open…
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…
Are Kajal Agarwal’s Publicity Rights Subservient to Copyrights?
The Madras High Court’s judgment in Kajal Agarwal’s case raises critical questions about the interplay between publicity rights and copyright in endorsement videos. This post analyses the court’s…
MUMBAI UNIVERSITY’S ANTI-PLAGIARISM GUIDELINES, MUSIC MODERNISATION ACT, EROS PARTNERS WITH IQIYI, SPOTIFY TO LAUNCH IN MIDDLE EAST AND MORE
This article presents major updates in copyright and entertainment law, including new guidelines on plagiarism at Mumbai University and international legislative changes. It also examines notable industry partnerships…
VOLUNTARY CENSORSHIP BY NETFLIX, PETITION AGAINST NON-VOLUNTARY LICENSES PROVISIONS OF COPYRIGHT LAW, IP ADDRESS INSUFFICIENT FOR COPYRIGHT INFRINGEMENT, HARRY POTTER HOME FURNISHING AND MORE
This post covers recent developments in copyright law, focusing on voluntary censorship by streaming platforms, legal challenges to compulsory licenses, and court rulings on infringement. It also examines…
Defacto Copyright Societies
This note explores the existence and legality of defacto copyright societies in India, focusing on the ambiguities of Section 33 and the broader copyright licensing landscape. The author…