Indian Copyright Statistics- August to October 2021
This post examines Indian copyright application statistics from August to October 2021, showing filing trends and the prevalence of literary works. The data is compiled by BananaIP Counsels…
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Delhi High Court invites suggestions for fixing royalties for sound recording
The Delhi High Court has called for written suggestions on fixing royalties for sound recordings under Section 31D of the Copyright Act, 1957. Interested parties are invited to…
Latest Copyright Cases – 2021 – Part 6
This post examines two recent Indian copyright cases, analysing court interpretations of copyright ownership and infringement in 2021. The judgments address legal heir rights and the role of…
Weekly News Update: Copyright and Entertainment Law
This bulletin presents the latest news on copyright and entertainment law, including major lawsuits and court rulings. It offers structured analysis of global copyright disputes and their legal…
Indian Copyright Statistics-March to May 2021
The post analyses Indian copyright statistics for March to May 2021, highlighting notable trends and changes in application volumes and work types. It offers concise data insights and…
CASE BRIEF : Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Limited vs Cipla Limited
The Madras High Court addressed trademark and copyright infringement claims in Sun Pharmaceutical vs Cipla, focusing on drug packaging similarities. The interim injunction granted to Cipla was upheld,…
Google wins against Oracle’s Code Theft Claim, Youtube introduces ‘Checks’ for Copyright violations, Marshmello wins ‘Happier’ Copyright case against ARTY and more.
This bulletin reviews recent legal developments in copyright infringement, including major verdicts involving Google, Youtube, Marshmello, and Bitcoin’s white paper. It provides factual, structured insights into the legal…
Vitiation of IPAB and Beyond – What changes under the Copyright Act now?
The abolition of the IPAB through the Tribunals Reforms Ordinance 2021 has shifted copyright adjudication powers to High Courts and Commercial Courts. This post examines the key changes…
French Court fines Jeff Koons for Copyright Infringement, English High Court orders ISPs to block Music Piracy Sites, Supreme Court suggests screening Online Content and more.
This bulletin presents a structured analysis of recent legal news, including court orders on copyright infringement, ISP obligations, and online content screening. Key cases from France, the UK,…
Social Dimensions of Copyright Infringement and Enforcement: A Quick Reflection in the context of Sci-Hub Litigation
This analysis explores the social context of copyright infringement in India, with particular reference to Sci-Hub litigation and academic publishing. It highlights the need for a balanced legal…