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Can NFTs in Virtual Space Infringe ‘Real’ Trademarks?

The trial in the case Hermès International v. Mason Rothschild [22-CV-384 (JSR) (S.D.N.Y. May. 18, 2022)] has begun on 30th January 2023 in the District Court of Southern District of New York. The case, the first of its kind, raises pertinent questions regarding the intersection between Trademark and Non-Fungible Tokens and the exception of artistic expressions under the Rogers Test. The discussion on the issues in the case has been summarised in this blog.

Public Domain in Copyright Regime: Facilitating Right to Know

This article explores the conflict and reconciliation between copyright protection and the right to know in India. It highlights the importance of fair use, legal exemptions, and judicial perspectives in ensuring access to knowledge while safeguarding creative rights.

Padmavati and Film Censorship: Fiction is Fact; Fact is Fiction!

The Padmavati controversy brings to light complex issues in film censorship and the certification process in India. This post provides a legal perspective on the balance between creative freedom, historical interpretation, and public sentiment.

Censoring The Intelligent Film Spectator

This post explores whether film censorship in India remains justified, given the evolution of the film spectator’s intelligence and access to information. It advocates for a shift in the Censor Board’s role, focusing on certification rather than pre-censorship.

Film Expression and Censorship in India: Udta Punjab and Lipstick under my Burkah (Part 3)

This post explores landmark cases of film censorship in India, such as Udta Punjab and Lipstick Under My Burkha, and reviews how the CBFC’s decisions were challenged in court. It objectively analyses the legal reasoning and broader implications for freedom of expression in Indian cinema.

Film Expression and Censorship in India: Film Certification Principles, CBFC Guidelines and Principles (Part 2)

This post explores the film certification principles in India, focusing on CBFC guidelines and their impact on creative freedom and public interest. It provides a legal analysis of the framework and challenges surrounding film censorship in India.

Film Expression and Censorship in India: An Introduction (Part 1)

This post examines the legal framework governing film censorship in India. It discusses the impact of films, the certification process by the CBFC, and the constitutional principles shaping restrictions on film expression.

Dust settles down in the Udta Punjab row

The Udta Punjab censorship controversy exposed deep tensions between artistic freedom and regulatory authority in Indian cinema. The Bombay High Court’s judgement in favour of the filmmakers reaffirmed the constitutional primacy of creative expression.

Freedom of expression and Censorship

This post provides a legal analysis of freedom of expression and censorship in Indian cinema, focusing on the CBFC’s role and key judicial decisions. It explores how courts interpret film certification guidelines and the boundaries of artistic freedom under Indian law.

Terror Attack on the Creative Community

The Charlie Hebdo attack in Paris in January 2015 left a lasting impact on the creative community, bringing attention to the risks faced by those championing free expression. This post analyses the incident’s significance and commemorates the contributions of the victims to global creativity.