Emerging Challenges & Reforms in Copyright Societies for Cinematographic Films: A Comprehensive Analysis

Special focus on Cinefil Producers Performance Limited INTRODUCTION Copyright protection plays a crucial role in preserving the creative works of individuals and fostering an environment that supports the growth of the creative industry. When it comes to cinematographic films, which combine various artistic elements to create captivating audio-visual experiences, a robust copyright framework is essential.…

Government Notifies Amendments to Information Technology (Intermediary Guidelines and Digital Media Ethics Code) Rules

On 6 April, 2023, the Government of India introduced new amendments to the Information Technology (Intermediary Guidelines and Digital Media Ethics Code) Rules, 2021 (hereinafter referred to as “Rules, 2021”) in the form of Information Technology (Intermediary Guidelines and Digital Media Ethics Code) Rules, 2023 (hereinafter referred to as the “Rules, 2023”) for apparently regulating…

New Guidelines by Consumer Protection Authority on Levy of Service Charge

Introduction The Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA) on 4th July 2022 has issued ‘Guidelines to prevent unfair trade practices and protection of consumer interest with regard to levy of service charge in hotels and restaurants’[i] against hotels and restaurants charging ‘service charge’ from consumers despite the 2017 guidelines issued by the Department of Consumer Affairs…

HOW TO REGISTER AN MSME IN INDIA?

In a developing country like India, Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) industries are the foundation of the economy. When these industries develop, the economy of the country grows and thrives. These industries are also comprehended as small-scale industries or SSI’s. It is inconsequential whether the Company is in the manufacturing range or the service…

Non-Traditional Trademarks

Written By: Sarthak Sharma Introduction Non-Traditional marks are those which do not fall under the ambit of conventional marks which include- letters, numbers, logos, pictorial description, symbols, or a combination of such elements. Take the silky purple of Cadbury, or the aroma of Starbucks. Such elements, despite not being conventional in nature, they can be…