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Authors, Copyright and Royalty Share : The Calcutta High Court gives clarity

The Calcutta High Court has clarified the scope of authors’ royalty rights under Indian copyright law, affirming protections introduced by the 2012 amendment. The judgment ensures that authors of literary and musical works receive royalties, irrespective of copyright ownership transfers or the date of creation.

Kannada Lyricist Hamsalekha Wins Copyright Case Against Saavn

The Karnataka High Court ruled in favour of Hamsalekha, confirming that authors retain moral rights and the ability to seek name credit, even after assigning rights to IPRS. The Court clarified that such disputes are not necessarily commercial in nature under Indian copyright law.

Amitabh Bachchan’s Film Accused of Copyright Infringement, IPRS files FIR Against YRF, Madhubala’s Biopic by Imtiaz Ali Put on Hold and more

This entertainment law bulletin reviews major copyright infringement cases, including disputes involving Amitabh Bachchan’s film, IPRS versus YRF, and Madhubala’s biopic. It also covers international cases such as the Nirvana logo lawsuit and Jay Z’s recent settlement.

Responding to Public Performance and Ground Licensing Notices

This article examines the rise of ground licensing notices for public performance rights in India, particularly those issued by Novex and similar entities. It provides a clear legal framework for analysing such notices and outlines practical steps for businesses to respond effectively.

‘Bala’ Infringement Suit, No Political Ads at IPL, IPRS License to YouTube, and more

This article examines key events in copyright infringement and content licensing, including the ‘Bala’ plagiarism suit, IPL’s ban on political ads, and the IPRS-YouTube license. It offers a structured analysis of recent legal cases and industry partnerships in the entertainment sector.

Would Licensing a Sound Recording Call For Separate License From the Lyricist and Composer?

The Delhi High Court ruled that broadcasting a sound recording in India does not require separate licences from lyricists or composers, only from the producer. This decision has substantial implications for music creators’ rights and royalty entitlements under Indian copyright law.

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.

Defacto Copyright Societies

This note explores the existence and legality of defacto copyright societies in India, focusing on the ambiguities of Section 33 and the broader copyright licensing landscape. The author critically analyses how various businesses operate in this space and questions the legislative and practical implications of current copyright law.

COPYRIGHT INFRINGEMENT FACEBOOK PAGE, A.R. RAHMAN JOIN IPRS, SHAPE OF YOU COPYRIGHT SUIT DISMISSED, SONY MUSIC DEAL WITH PRINCE’S ESTATE, JUST F JACQUELINE AND MORE

This post analyses key legal developments in copyright and entertainment law, addressing recent infringement cases, IPRS membership, major licensing agreements, and Indian copyright statistics. The discussion adopts a factual, legal-academic approach relevant to Indian and international contexts.

World Copyright Day, IPRS Distributes Royalties, Monkey Selfie Case, Netflix- Tata Sky Partnership and More Weekly News

This weekly update examines key developments in copyright and entertainment law, including Indian copyright statistics, IPRS royalty distribution, and the Netflix Tata Sky partnership. It also provides insights into recent international legal cases and best practices for online businesses.