Indian Copyright News and Updates
Stay informed with the latest updates in Indian copyright and entertainment law, including significant court cases, new publishing initiatives, and global copyright rulings. This post, curated by legal…
Indian copyright law
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Republic TV accused of copyright infringement, Eminem’s copyright infringement case, Samsung’s Gear VR Headset copyright infringement, FIFA merges with Megalicense Entertainment and more
This post explores the latest developments in copyright infringement and entertainment licensing, featuring cases involving Republic TV, Eminem, and Samsung. It also addresses key updates in digital music…
Indian Copyright News and Updates, Entertainment Trademark News and Updates, International Copyright Updates, Entertainment Licensing News and Updates and more
The post reviews significant updates in Indian copyright law, entertainment trademark matters, international copyright litigation, and current licensing collaborations. It offers legal insights and factual analysis on recent…
Fair use exceptions for libraries under Indian copyright law
This post analyses fair use exceptions for libraries under Indian copyright law, focusing on Section 52 and relevant case law. It explains permissible library activities and highlights the…
Ilayaraja v. S.P. Balasubramanyam
This post analyses the copyright licensing challenges faced by Indian singers, using the Ilayaraja v. S.P. Balasubramanyam dispute as a case study. It objectively examines the legal requirements…
The Indian Singers Rights Association v. Chapter 25 Bar and Restaurant
The Delhi High Court in ISRA v. Chapter 25 Bar and Restaurant held that unauthorized public performance of songs infringed performers’ rights under Section 38A. The judgment clarifies…
Mohenjo Daro clears copyright infringement case
The Bombay High Court dismissed a copyright infringement claim against the makers of Mohenjo Daro, finding the allegations unsupported. The court imposed costs on the plaintiff and allowed…
Kriti vs Bob
The Kriti vs Bob case explores a copyright dispute between two short film makers, resulting in legal notices and YouTube takedowns. The resolution of this dispute demonstrates the…
John Doe Orders obtained by makers of ‘Sultan’
Yash Raj Films secured a John Doe order from the Bombay High Court to combat piracy of Sultan, allowing blocking of infringing links and restricting unauthorised broadcasts. This…
Kriti V Bob : Who owns the copyright?
This post analyses the copyright dispute between Kriti and Bob, exploring allegations of plagiarism and the legal standards for copyright infringement in India. It addresses the complexities of…