Publicity Rights in India (Part II)
This article explores the legal framework of publicity rights in India with a focus on digital media and computer games. It analyses hypothetical scenarios to distinguish between free…
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Publicity Rights in India (Part I)
This post provides an analytical overview of publicity rights in India, focusing on celebrity protection from unauthorized commercial use. It discusses legal boundaries, enforcement mechanisms, and key judicial…
Trade Secret Violation – A Hypothetical Indian Case Scenario
The post provides an analytical overview of trade secret violation in India, exploring legal remedies available in the absence of a specific statute. It discusses relevant case law,…
Reasonable Measures for Secrecy
Reasonable measures are crucial for trade secret protection under Indian law. This post objectively analyses legal requirements, including confidentiality agreements, security protocols, and the role of industry norms.…
Intermediaries, Marketplaces and Take Down Actions
This post examines the challenges of intermediary liability and takedown actions in India, focusing on copyright enforcement in online marketplaces. It provides a legal and practical perspective on…
Copyright Limitations on Media Freedom
This post explores how copyright law both protects and limits media freedom, with emphasis on Indian and comparative legal perspectives. It analyses fair use, public interest, and key…
Using Open Source Software in Business
This post analyses the legal and practical considerations of using open source software in business, covering different license types and compliance obligations. It highlights both the benefits and…
Public Access to TKDL under an Open Source Model
This article explores the proposal to provide public access to the Traditional Knowledge Digital Library using an open source model. It assesses the legal foundations, strengths, and challenges…
Music Band Agreements
The post examines essential aspects of music band agreements in India, including intellectual property rights, income division, and member departures. It stresses the need for precise contractual terms…
Intellectual Property for Start Ups and Entrepreneurs
Intellectual property is vital for startups to secure business advantages and attract investment. This article provides a practical guide to patents, trademarks, copyright, and risk mitigation for entrepreneurs…