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The Business of Copyrights – Register Your Interest in Dr. Kalyan Kankanala’s Upcoming IP Book

The Business of Copyrights is Dr. Kalyan Kankanala’s upcoming book on Indian copyright law and its application in business and creative sectors. With a focus on AI and real-world cases, the book is part of a new IP series. Readers can now register their interest ahead of release.

Your Story! So What? – Books, Similarity and Copyright Infringement – Copyrights and Writers Part 11

The post explores when copying elements from books constitutes copyright infringement under Indian law. It clarifies the difference between ideas and expressions and outlines how substantial similarity is assessed. Writers are guided on how to avoid infringement while drawing from common themes.

Matrubhumi Printing and Publishing Ltd v. IPRS

The Kerala High Court clarified that producers, not composers, own the copyright in sound recordings used in films, unless a contract states otherwise. Matrubhumi and Malayalam Manorama were found not to infringe composer or lyricist rights by broadcasting such recordings on FM radio.

Blindness and Accessible Books: From Marrakesh to Marella Gunta Palem

This post explores the progress and challenges of accessible books for blindness in India since the Marrakesh Treaty. Despite legal reforms and initiatives, significant barriers to information access persist for persons with disabilities.

If I Could Copyright… My Audio: Copyrights and Writers (Part 7)

This post offers a structured overview of the copyright registration process for audiobooks as sound recordings in India. It covers application steps, required documents, and best practices for writers seeking protection.

Changes in Thackeray Biopic, Infringement at New Year’s Events, case against Jennifer Lopez, Mattel Loses Rights to DC Toys and More

This article examines recent legal cases and regulatory changes in copyright law, including film censorship, public performance licensing, and merchandising rights. It highlights key disputes such as the Thackeray biopic and international lawsuits involving music and toys, providing objective analysis of their implications.

Ilaiyaraaja’s Royalty Claim, copyright infringement by T-Pain, Motorola Adds Copyright Infringement, Viacom 18 new series with Gates Foundation and more

This post reviews major copyright law news, including Ilaiyaraaja’s royalty claims and court actions involving Motorola and T-Pain. It also highlights Viacom18’s collaboration with the Gates Foundation on a new series and provides important updates on Indian copyright filings.

If I Could Copyright… My Art: Copyrights and Writers (Part 6)

This post outlines the procedure for copyright registration of artistic works within books, focusing on images and cover art. It explains the necessary steps, documents, and legal considerations for writers under Indian copyright law.

Copyright Infringement: Bharat Law House vs. Wadhwa

In Bharat Law House vs. Wadhwa, the Supreme Court examined whether enlarging a law book by an assignee amounts to copyright infringement. The Court held that such enlargement was within the assigned rights and vacated the injunction against the defendants.

Write, Keep Writing, The World will …- Copyrights and Writers (Part 2)

This article discusses the legal nuances of copyright protection for writers in India, highlighting the difference between protected expressions and unprotected ideas. It explores originality, public domain, and legal factors affecting writers’ rights under Indian copyright law.