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.

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Introduction to Intellectual Property and IP Licensing – A Presentation by Dr. Kalyan C. Kankanala at IIM-B

The following presentation titled “Introduction to IP and  Licensing”, was delivered on 26th November, 2016 by Dr. Kalyan C. Kankanala, Chief IP Attorney, BananaIP Counsels, at...

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The Indian Singers Rights Association v. Chapter 25 Bar and Restaurant

The Delhi High Court in ISRA v. Chapter 25 Bar and Restaurant held that unauthorized public performance of songs infringed performers’ rights under Section 38A. The judgment clarifies the obligations of establishments regarding royalty payments to copyright societies.

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