copyright protection in India

Digital Millennium Copyright Act DMCA

Digital Millennium Copyright Act of 1998: Critical Analysis

This critical analysis will provide an overview of the DMCA’s key provisions, its impact on copyright law, and the criticisms levelled against it. Additionally, we will examine three significant case laws that have shaped the interpretation and application of the DMCA. Finally, we will discuss proposed reforms and alternatives to the DMCA and evaluate their potential impact on copyright law in the digital age.

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Basics of the Indian Copyright Act

Basics of the Indian Copyright Act: All You Need to Know

Copyright basically protects the original work relating to music, art, cinematography, sound recordings, drama, and literary work from unapproved and unlicensed use by any person. Copyright protection provides the exclusive right to an individual who has produced any aforementioned original work it means everyone else is excluded from unauthorized and unapproved use of that work. It is also a negative right as it prevents other people from unapproved use. In India, copyright protection is provided by the Copyright Act of 1957 for regulating and governing copyright.

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Copyright protection for cooking recipes

Copyright Protection for Cooking Recipe: Copyrights Act 1957

The dispute over if cooking recipes or diverse culinary inventions may be covered by copyright is a relatively new one, thanks to the development of ‘celebrity’ chefs on social media. In addition to a list of components, recipes frequently include a technique of preparation that yields the desired outcome. Celebrity chefs are frequently anticipated to generate innovative recipes that distinguish them from other chefs—as with other types of celebrities, there is however a requirement to “create” products, and in this case, takes the shape of culinary inventions. Like all other inventors and innovators, chefs who develop cuisines also want to safeguard their concepts. The concept of the “idea-expression” duality, the legislation’s language, and the way a recipe is written all play a role in the question of whether or not it is protected by copyright law. To that end, this article explores how copyright law could relate to recipes.

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Nexus between IP Rights and cricket with reference to tournaments like The Indian Premier League, World Cup etc.

 Nexus between IP Rights and Cricket: The IPL, World Cup, etc

Cricket is a festivity for all people, not just Indians. People fervently and joyfully celebrate cricket. For many cricket fans, the Indian Premier League season is like a huge event. That they enjoy having a party every year. IPL and world cup seasons are when Indian cricket fans experience their peak levels of excitement. People skip work and have free time to watch cricket. In India, cricket is a sport that connects people on a soul level and overcomes all obstacles. In India, people of all ages and genders admire it. In India’s little too-wide streets, one can find young, energetic children playing gully cricket. In India, there are no barriers between cricket fans based on caste, creed, religion, or class. This Article speaks about cricket tournaments and their relationship with intellectual property rights.

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Bengaluru Court suspended congress Twitter account for copyright infringement (KGF Song)

Congress Twitter Account Banned for Copyright Infringement! 

Using someone’s creation without their permission is wrong in so many ways not just morally but when seen through the lenses of law it can land you into soup. This is exactly when a song from a famous movie was used in a promotional video without seeking appropriate permission. The cost of this stint led to the Congress Twitter account ban and its Campaign named “Bharat Jodo Yatra”. The following article elaborates on what led to the passing of the order, the facts of the case, and the laws infringed.

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Copyright Infringement in Bollywood

Copyright Infringement in Bollywood: Laws and Cases

“Copyright infringement” or rather “Copyright Inspiration “has always been a part of Indian Cinema for example, in addition to having made an everlasting impression on Indian cinema, Sholay also had a profound effect on Indian popular culture. Many other actors and actresses in Indian cinema have been inspired by its characters, especially the dynamic duo of Jai, Veeru, and Gabbar himself. All of the film’s memorable scenes and songs have become instant classics, and the movie itself has served as an inspiration for countless other characters. A number of westerns served as inspiration for Sholay, including Seven Samurai and the numerous spaghetti westerns that were all the rage in the late 1960s and early 1970s.’ This article deals with the legal framework, Lay Observer’s Test and its exceptions, fundamental case laws, and analysis.

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Copyright Laws related to Playing Music in Public Places

Copyright Laws related to Playing Music in Public Places

Since restaurants and cafes are by definition public places, the copyright holder must give their consent before playing music there. Understand why? The reason for this is that Copyright Law grants copyright holders several particular exclusive rights. The right to play a song in public is controlled by the copyright holder of such a song. A “public performance” occurs when someone plays a recording of such a song in their establishment. Therefore, playing a song that has a copyright without the required authorization may constitute copyright infringement. In this article we will know the rights of copyright holders and how can a person have the authority to play music in public places without infringing the rights of a copyright holder.

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Rights of Copyright Owners in India

Rights of Copyright Owners in India: All You Need to Know

Copyright is a type of Intellectual Property Right (IPR) that gives the owner of the copyright the sole, undivided right to distribute, copy or perform a creative work for a limited period. Creative Work can be in any form whether artistic, dramatic, literary, or musical. The intention behind granting copyright is to protect the creative work and not the idea. This article discusses the rights of copyright owners in India.

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