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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.

Copyright Statistics 2019 Recap

The post provides an analytical overview of copyright registration statistics in India for 2019, noting a significant rise in applications from the previous year. It examines monthly trends and the distribution of filings by work type, with emphasis on literary and artistic works.

Broadcasting Licenses under Sec. 31D of Copyright Amendment Act, 2012

Section 31D of the Copyright Amendment Act, 2012, provides statutory licensing for broadcasting published literary and musical works in India. The post clarifies that this provision mainly applies to radio, with limited scope for television broadcasters, and excludes synchronization licenses.

Sound Recording, Literary & Musical Works and Right to Royalty – Part 4

This article examines the complex relationship between sound recordings and underlying musical and literary works under Indian copyright law. It discusses how recent court decisions shape royalty rights, emphasising the continued entitlement of lyricists and composers when rights are not expressly assigned.

Sound Recording, Literary & Musical Works and Right to Royalty

This post discusses leading Indian cases on royalty rights in sound recordings and underlying literary and musical works. It clarifies the legal framework for royalty payments in FM broadcasts and public performances, focusing on the rights of music companies versus lyricists and composers.

Sound Recording, Literary & Musical Works and Right to Royalty – Part 2

This post examines the complexities of royalty rights for sound recordings and underlying literary and musical works in India. It provides a legal analysis of significant court decisions and their impact on authors, producers, and commercial broadcasters.

Royalty Rights in Sound Recordings, Lyrics & Musical Works – Part 1

This article examines the complex structure of royalty rights in sound recordings, lyrics, and musical works under Indian law. It discusses copyright ownership, licensing, and the roles of copyright societies with reference to relevant statutes and case law.

This article discusses the Copyright Amendment 2012, focusing on new assignment and royalty provisions for authors under Indian copyright law. It analyses the legal uncertainties and practical implications of these changes for all parties involved.

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