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Commercial Use of Instagram Music Can Trigger Copyright Liability

Corporate Law : Using Instagram’s free music in business promotions is treated as commercial use. The key takeaway is that companies must obtain...

February 1, 2026 660 Views 0 comment Print

Beyond Human Creativity: Legality of AI-Generated Content under Indian Copyright Law

Corporate Law : Examines whether works created using generative AI meet India’s legal standards of originality and authorship under existing cop...

January 6, 2026 1167 Views 0 comment Print

Can A LOGO Be Copyrighted? Logo Copyright Process

CA, CS, CMA : Learn how to copyright your logo in India. Understand the difference between copyright and trademark protection for logos and step...

March 31, 2025 1653 Views 0 comment Print

Personality Rights, Copyright And Trademark Law in Celebrity Branding

Corporate Law : Explore the intersection of personality rights, copyright, and trademark laws in India, focusing on celebrity branding, legal fram...

February 24, 2025 1851 Views 0 comment Print

Is a Sanyasi (Renunciate) Entitled to Own Copyright in Literary Works?

Corporate Law : Delhi High Court in The Bhakti Vedanta Book Trust India v. Www.Friendwithbooks.Co (CS(COMM) 88/2021 & I.A. 78/2023) marks a signif...

November 18, 2024 1716 Views 0 comment Print


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Patent Fees for Start-ups, MSMEs, Women Entrepreneurs reduced by 80%

Corporate Law : Ministry of Commerce & Industry Simplified Patent and Copyright Registration helping India become an innovation hub : Shri Piy...

August 19, 2021 3141 Views 0 comment Print

False Copyright website

Corporate Law : It has come to the notice of the Department of Industrial Policy & Promotion (DIPP), Ministry of Commerce & Industry that a websit...

October 8, 2016 907 Views 0 comment Print

Emami settles dispute over 'Zandu Balm' song

Finance : Emami Ltd, the owner of Zandu Balm, today said its copryright infringement dispute with the production company of Salman Khan star...

September 24, 2010 1101 Views 0 comment Print

Reliance Big Entertainment challenged levy of service tax on sale of copyrights of movies and other artistic works in HC

Service Tax : Anil Ambani Group firm Reliance Big Entertainment has challenged levy of service tax on sale of copyrights of movies and other art...

July 9, 2010 825 Views 0 comment Print

Media companies filed petition against imposition of service tax on copyright services

Service Tax : PVR Pictures, Balaji Telefilms, Yash Raj Films and UTV Motion Pictures have moved the Delhi High Court against the government's re...

July 9, 2010 591 Views 0 comment Print


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Broadcast Rights Income Not Royalty Without Copyright Transfer

Income Tax : The Tribunal clarified that granting limited broadcast rights without rights to modify or exploit content does not constitute roya...

December 29, 2025 378 Views 0 comment Print

Patna HC Refuses Bail in Copyright Violation for Selling Duplicate FMCG Products

Corporate Law : High Court denied pre-arrest bail to a trader found selling fake branded goods without GST invoices, holding such acts cause finan...

October 21, 2025 1617 Views 0 comment Print

SC Clarifies Copyright vs Design for Industrial Works

Corporate Law : SC sets framework distinguishing copyright from design protection for industrial drawings, impacting IP law. Clarifies Section 15(...

April 25, 2025 1332 Views 0 comment Print

Madras HC Stays ED’s Property Attachment in Copyright Case

Corporate Law : Madras High Court stays ED's provisional attachment of director S. Shankar's property in a PMLA case related to copyright infringe...

April 8, 2025 360 Views 0 comment Print

Delhi HC Permanently Blocks Rogue Websites Streaming Disney Hotstar Content

Corporate Law : In a landmark ruling, Delhi High Court permanently restrains 50 rogue websites from illegally streaming Disney Hotstar shows and m...

October 7, 2023 1173 Views 0 comment Print


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Copyright (Amendment) Rules, 2021

Corporate Law : 1. Short title and commencement. - (1) These rules may be called the Copyright (Amendment) Rules, 2021. (2) They shall come int...

March 30, 2021 7221 Views 0 comment Print

Draft Copyright (Amendment) Rules, 2019

Corporate Law : The following draft of certain rules to amend Copyright Rules, 2013 is hereby given and the draft will be taken into consideration...

May 30, 2019 1203 Views 0 comment Print

Inclusion of internet broadcasting organisations under Copyright Act, 1957-Reg.

Corporate Law : Whether the internet broadcasting companies come under the purview of Statutory Licensing as per provisions of section 31D of the ...

September 5, 2016 1741 Views 0 comment Print


Eastern Book Company v. D.B. Modak for Test of Originality

July 12, 2024 3111 Views 0 comment Print

Explore the landmark case of Eastern Book Company v. D.B. Modak, examining the test of originality in copyright law and its impact on legal publishing in India.

Understanding Copyright Exemptions for Wedding Functions in India: A Legal Perspective

June 1, 2024 5943 Views 0 comment Print

Explore the legal landscape around sound recordings at weddings, including key court rulings and government notifications. Learn about exemptions under Section 52(1)(za) of the Copyright Act, 1957, and stay informed on licensing requirements for wedding events.

Delhi HC Bars Unauthorized Use of Jackie Shroff’s Name and Voice

May 30, 2024 750 Views 0 comment Print

Delhi High Court grants Jackie Shroff legal protection, prohibiting unauthorized use of his name and voice, safeguarding his personality and publicity rights.

Copyright law and Virtual Reality: emerging legal issues

May 2, 2024 1782 Views 0 comment Print

Explore the legal complexities of virtual reality (VR) and copyright law. Learn about challenges, solutions, and future implications in VR content creation.

Copyright Protection for Computer Software in India

May 2, 2024 1878 Views 0 comment Print

Discover the importance of copyright protection for computer software in India. Learn how it promotes innovation and safeguards creators’ rights.

Ethical Consideration in Digital Age of Copyright, Creativity & Freedom of Expression

April 29, 2024 1200 Views 0 comment Print

Explore ethical considerations surrounding copyright, creativity, and freedom of expression in digital age. Discover challenges faced by copyright protection and resolutions like DRM, watermarking, and fair use guidelines.

Digital Piracy & Copyright Enforcement: Approaches to Tackling Online Infringement

April 23, 2024 2220 Views 0 comment Print

Explore comprehensive approaches to combat digital piracy & enforce copyright laws, including legal, technological, educational strategies, & international cooperation.

Copyright assignment contracts in perpetuity: Court Judgments & Interpretations

April 18, 2024 2328 Views 0 comment Print

Understand the nuances of copyright assignment contracts in perpetuity as interpreted by various court judgments, including implications and considerations for parties involved.

Copyright Law and Artificial Intelligence

March 13, 2024 981 Views 0 comment Print

Explore the intersection of copyright law and artificial intelligence (AI) in this insightful article. Learn about the challenges, legal precedents, ethical considerations, and future directions shaping this dynamic landscape.

Implication of Data protection Act in Corporate Compliance for Unicorns

January 23, 2024 1374 Views 0 comment Print

Abstract Unicorn startups are centered around technology. Mostly their business strategy is based on impact-producing, potent technology and pioneers in their domain. Unicorns need information to grow, innovate, and to maintain continuity and progression. However, using personal data comes with an inherent possibility of violating individual privacy and legal consequences. On the other hand, the […]

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