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No Music License, No New Year Party: Why Hotels Must Tune In Legally

In the case of The Indian Performing Right Society Limited vs Chocolate Hotels Private Limited, the petitioner alleged that Chocolate Hotels planned a New Year’s Eve celebration on 31st December 2025 featuring live music and DJ performances without acquiring the necessary music license. Despite multiple notices, the hotel remained unresponsive. The court, finding a strong prima facie case, passed an interim injunction prohibiting the unlicensed use of copyrighted music.

Music Copyright Dispute Over Sagara Sangamam, and Shankarabharanam: Infringement Remedy Survives Even if Declaration Is Time-Barred

The Madras High Court looked at a copyright ownership dispute over the music of Salangai Oli, Sagara Sangamam, and Shankarabharanam, where both parties claimed rights through assignments from the original producers. The court held that while the claim for a declaration of ownership was time-barred, the plaintiff could still pursue the case for infringement and ask for a permanent injunction to prevent infringement of asserted rights.

Music Creation and Copyright Transfers

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In the case of Rajesh Jhaveri v. Saregama India Limited & Anr., the Bombay High Court dismissed a bid for interim injunction restraining Saregama from exploiting songs from three albums. The Court held that assignment agreements executed in the late 1980s granted broad rights to exploit the works “by any and every means w

World IP Day 2025: Wishing You a Soulful and Musical Intellectual Property Celebration

Banner image celebrating World IP Day 2025 with the theme "Feel the Beat of IP", featuring musical notes, a stylized hashtag #FeelTheBeatOfIP, and an illustrated hand holding drumsticks.

World IP Day 2025 celebrates the vital role of music creators and the importance of protecting musical creativity through intellectual property rights. This year’s theme, “Music and IP: Accelerating Creativity”, highlights how IP empowers musicians to share their creative art while sustaining their livelihoods. We call for respect, recognition, and stronger support systems for music creators worldwide. Wishing you a Soulful and Musical World IP Day.

Offbeat and Out of Tune: Copyright’s Missing Rhythm in Indian Music

World IP Day and the Best of IP in Music With WIPO’s call to “Feel the Beat of IP” World IP Day 2025 brings music...

Use of Music in Salons and Ads

Recent court decisions have strengthened music copyright enforcement against salons and advertisers in India. Businesses are advised to secure licences or use public domain music to comply with legal requirements.

Use of Music in Marriage ceremonies – Prof. Arul Scaria’s report to The Delhi High Court

Prof. Arul Scaria’s report to the Delhi High Court analyses the copyright exception for music used in marriage ceremonies under Indian law. The opinion emphasises the legislative intent, social context, and the need for a balanced interpretation of Section 52(1)(za).

Weekly Copyright, Media, and Entertainment Law Updates

This week’s legal update examines pivotal copyright, media, and entertainment law cases, including Japan’s Supreme Court decision on music school royalties and notable infringement disputes. The post highlights significant case outcomes and their implications for intellectual property law.

Weekly Copyright, Media and Entertainment Law Updates

This bulletin summarises significant copyright, media, and entertainment law updates, including high-profile infringement cases and royalty settlement developments. The content is presented in a structured and factual manner by BananaIP Counsels.

Weekly Updates: Copyright and Entertainment Law

This post provides a structured summary of recent copyright and entertainment law cases, including international lawsuits and legislative changes. Key updates include disputes involving Meta, Epidemic Sound, Deborah Roberts, and a trademark case in New York City.