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TV9’s News Clips Fair Use or Copyright Abuse

In the case of TV9, namely Associated Broadcasting Company Limited v Google LLC and Others, the broadcaster faced multiple YouTube copyright strikes for using short clips of real world events in its news programmes. TV9 argued that the clips were minimal, used only to report current events, and in several instances came from licensed sources, while some disputed clips were alleged to be used without licence only in a limited and illustrative manner. The court examined whether that use crossed the line into infringement.

Court Limits the Scope of ‘Fair Dealing’ under Copyright law

The Delhi High Court has clarified that the fair dealing exception does not cover unauthorised use of copyrighted works in entertainment television programmes. This judgment emphasises the limits of fair use in Indian copyright law.

My Fair Writer – Fair Use Principles for Writers: Copyrights and Writers Part 12

This article analyses fair use principles for writers under Indian copyright law, including fair dealing and transformative use. It also touches upon trademark fair use in literary works and the importance of limiting use to what is necessary.

Protect Your Website from Copyright Liability

This article examines copyright liability risks faced by website owners in India and outlines actionable steps for compliance. It covers permissions, moral rights, and fair dealing exceptions, offering clear guidance for safeguarding website content.

Copyrights, Fair Dealing, and Fair Use in India

This post discusses the fair dealing and fair use provisions under the Indian Copyright Act, focusing on Section 52 and its exceptions. It provides a clear table mapping each provision to the specific types of works affected, offering clarity for users and practitioners.

Fair use exceptions for libraries under Indian copyright law

This post analyses fair use exceptions for libraries under Indian copyright law, focusing on Section 52 and relevant case law. It explains permissible library activities and highlights the importance of legal interpretation in applying these exceptions.

Intellectual Property and Business Value – A Presentation by Dr. Kalyan C. Kankanala at the Woxsen School of Business.

The following presentation was delivered by Dr. Kalyan C. Kankanala, Managing Partner BananaIP Counsels, at the Woxsen School of Business, Hyderabad. The presentation is titled “Intellectual...

Exceptions for Access to the Blind

The Indian Copyright Act provides specific exceptions for making works accessible to the blind and disabled, including fair dealing and compulsory licensing provisions. These enable permitted adaptations and distributions of works in accessible formats, ensuring greater inclusion while maintaining important legal safeguards.

Indian Copyright Law and Fair dealing

This article analyses the concept of fair dealing under Indian copyright law, as set out in Section 52 of the Copyright Act, 1957. It examines the differences between Indian fair dealing and US fair use, with reference to recent legislative amendments.

New Copyright Law: Parody is Legal if Judge Thinks it’s Funny

The UK Copyright Law now permits parodies and similar works under fair dealing, but judges decide if the work qualifies based on its humorous effect. This post analyses the legal framework and the continuing protection against defamation.