The Delhi High Court ruled that broadcasting a sound recording in India does not require separate licences from lyricists or composers, only from the producer. This decision has substantial implications for music creators’ rights and royalty entitlements under Indian copyright law.
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This article analyses patent trolling with a focus on the RIM v. NTP case and the difficulties innovators face in patent litigation. It highlights how procedural gaps between courts and patent offices enable trolls to exploit the patent system.
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This article explores the legal framework of publicity rights in India with a focus on digital media and computer games. It analyses hypothetical scenarios to distinguish between free speech and commercial exploitation of celebrity personas.
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This post provides an analytical overview of publicity rights in India, focusing on celebrity protection from unauthorized commercial use. It discusses legal boundaries, enforcement mechanisms, and key judicial decisions.
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This post examines recent copyright and entertainment law developments, including film piracy, major lawsuits, and licensing deals. It presents legal updates objectively, providing structured analysis and practical insights for readers.
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This article reviews major trademark settlements, licensing updates, and GI filings, including Monte Carlo and Skoda’s agreement, Ironman’s entry into India, and Kashmir Saffron’s GI application. It also covers global trademark actions by the Kardashian family and recent brewery disputes.
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This weekly report presents Indian patent statistics, recent inventions, and design registrations, alongside international IP updates. Key highlights include India’s movement in the GIPC IP Index and the IPA’s submission for removal from the US Priority Watch List.
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This article offers a patent insight into medical imaging technologies, emphasising CT and MRI advancements and patent filings in India. It highlights the innovations by major manufacturers and the importance of intellectual property in healthcare diagnostics.
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The post provides an analytical overview of trade secret violation in India, exploring legal remedies available in the absence of a specific statute. It discusses relevant case law, contractual protection, and the challenges faced by Indian businesses regarding confidential information.
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The Delhi High Court recognised acquired distinctiveness in the INFOSYS trademark, restraining the defendant from using the mark in its business name. The case highlights the need for strong trademark protection to safeguard a company’s goodwill and reputation.
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