Music Licensing Business By PPL & Novex is Valid Though They Are Not Copyright Societies

The Bombay High Court held that PPL and Novex may validly license sound recordings even though they are not registered copyright societies. Section 33 does not restrict copyright owners or their assignees from granting licenses for sound recordings under Indian law.

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Case Review: Delhi High Court Upholds Ruling in Global Music Junction Pvt. Ltd vs Annapurna Films Pvt. Ltd., & Ors.

The Delhi High Court examined copyright and contract rights in a dispute between Global Music Junction and Annapurna Films. The judgement clarified the limits of exclusivity and injunctive relief in music industry agreements.

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CASE BRIEF : Mody Pumps Inc. & Ors. v. Sovereign Pumping Solutions Pvt. Ltd. & Ors.

This case brief discusses the Bombay High Court’s analysis of copyright infringement in the context of engineering drawings. It highlights the distinction between artistic work under copyright law and industrial design under the Designs Act, leading to an interim injunction in favour of the plaintiff.

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CASE BRIEF : Phonographic Performance Ltd. vs. Union of India & Ors.

This case brief discusses the Delhi High Court’s analysis of the procedural aspects involved in the re-registration of copyright societies. The judgment underscores the significance of natural justice and fair hearing in decisions affecting intellectual property rights.

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Take Down of Infringing Content from Telegram

The Delhi High Court examined copyright infringement claims against Telegram regarding unauthorised distribution of educational content. The Court granted relief to the Plaintiff, directing Telegram to remove infringing materials and provide user details, reinforcing the legal duties of online platforms in India.

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