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This post provides updates on recent copyright cases in India, entertainment trademark news, and international copyright issues. It features legal analyses, key judgments, and practical insights on copyright compliance and piracy.

Moral Rights – India V United States

This article provides a comparative analysis of moral rights in copyright law under Indian and US frameworks. It discusses key legal provisions, landmark cases, and the practical implications for authors’ rights in both jurisdictions.

Sholay Media Entertainment Pvt. Ltd. & Ors. v. Parag Sanghavi & Ors.

This case analyses the Delhi High Court’s decision on copyright and trademark infringement of the film Sholay by the makers of Ram Gopal Verma Ki Aag. The judgment clarifies ownership, passing off, and moral rights issues in Indian film law.

Big victory for Big Pimpin’

The US court ruled that Osama Fahmy lacked standing in the Big Pimpin copyright case concerning Jay Z’s use of Khosara Khosara. The decision underscores the legal complexities between moral rights and music licensing across jurisdictions.

Dispute Resolution in the Entertainment Industry PPT by Sharada Kalamadi at GNLU

Ms. Sharada Kalamadi’s presentation at GNLU provided a detailed analysis of dispute resolution in the entertainment industry. The session covered copyright disputes, fair use, infringement tests, moral rights, and various legal remedies.

Doordarshan in legal trouble

The Delhi High Court issued an interim injunction against Doordarshan for copyright and moral rights infringement in the Ghubar-e-Khatir series. The judgment underscores the importance of upholding contractual and intellectual property rights in Indian broadcasting.

Copyright Contract Case: Phoolan Devi

This post reviews leading cases where Section 57 of the Copyright Act influenced copyright licensing contracts in India. It compares the outcomes of the Phoolan Devi and Sai Paranjpaye cases, highlighting the legal nuances of moral rights and authorial protection.