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India’s Got Latent Controversy: Accountability of Creators under Entertainment and Media Law
Recently, an episode of popular Youtube comedy show “India’s Got Latent, hosted by comedian Samay Raina, featuring prominent podcaster...
Apr 96 min read
OTT Platforms: Valuable Allies or Risky Overlords? An Analysis of Regulatory Frameworks
As said by one of our most famous Historian and Noble Peace Prize Winner Christian Lous Lange Technology is a Useful Servant but a...
Mar 177 min read
Role of media in shaping public opinion
Abstract Given the significant impact that different kinds of communication have on both individual and societal perspectives, the...
Dec 28, 20246 min read
Film Certification in India: Certification or Censorship?
Recently, the release of the movie ‘Emergency’, a political drama directed and co-produced by Kangana Ranaut was delayed due to the...
Oct 7, 20244 min read
Soft Porn : Vile Entertainment
Introduction In today’s digital world, we are constantly bombarded with sexual imagery and toxic content. While hardcore pornography...
Oct 3, 20245 min read


Navigating New Digital Frontiers: The IT Rules 2021 and Their Impact on Intermediaries
INTRODUCTION On 25th February 2021, the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting (MIB), out of the blue, notified the Information...
Aug 20, 20246 min read


Navigating the Digital Wild West: Social Media and OTT Platforms in India
INTRODUCTION The words of Serena Williams – “Everything comes at a cost. Just what are you willing to pay for it? ” – seems most...
Jul 17, 20245 min read
Indian Media and the Law
INTRODUCTION Over time, our society has come a long way concerning the sociological and technological development of its people. The...
Jun 29, 20246 min read


Navigating the Uncanny Valley: Legal and Ethical Challenges of Deepfakes in the Entertainment Industry
The emergence of AI & ML as a prominent form of synthetic media in creative industries has been attributed to technological advancement....
Jun 25, 20249 min read


Critically Examining the Intersection of Media Coverage and Freedom of Expression: Implications for Judicial Integrity
Introduction In more recent times, it has become more and more difficult to keep the concept of media trials, which is indirectly...
Jun 12, 202410 min read


From Script to Screen: Navigating the Evolution of Censorship Laws In Film Content
Introduction Censorship is usually misinterpreted as a synonym of restriction but this term is derived from the Latin word “censere”...
Jun 10, 20246 min read


Disparagement & Comparative Advertising
introduction In this cutthroat competition, companies are constantly seeking creative ways to get consumer's attention. One such strategy...
Jun 8, 20244 min read


The Web Series Balancing Act
Introduction With the beginning of the year 2024, the media and entertainment industry have faced several legal battles. While a new wave...
May 14, 20245 min read


The New Draft Broadcast Bill Could Have A Chilling Effect On Journalistic Freedom Of Expression
The recently proposed Draft Broadcast Bill is feared to be a chain which shall bind those, who may speak their minds freely and without...
May 8, 20247 min read


The Cinematography Amendment Bill 2023
Introduction You might have come across the name Cinematography (Amendment) Bill 2023 recently as it has been the topic of discussion for...
Apr 4, 20247 min read
Legal Compliance for OTT Platforms in India: Understanding the Regulatory Landscape
INTRODUCTION Over-the-top (OTT) services are digital content providers that stream media directly over the internet to viewers so they do...
Apr 3, 20245 min read
Unveiling India's Broadcasting Services (Regulation) Bill, 2023: A Paradigm Shift in Media Governance
Introduction That is, in a world of communications transcending boundaries at speed of light, regulated broadcasting services are notable...
Mar 30, 20245 min read


From Novel to Screen: Navigating Legal Complexities, Derivative Rights, and Copyright Challenges in Cinematic Adaptations
Introduction The aim of adapting novels into films is to infuse visual allure and vitality into the otherwise monochromatic realm of...
Dec 12, 20238 min read


OTT PLATFORMS ARE NOT COVERED BY TRAI
Introduction The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India or TRAI was established through Section 3 of the Telecom Regulatory Authority of...
Oct 14, 20236 min read


Media Law’s Kinship With Trademarks
INTRODUCTION Censorship is one such monitoring agency that keeps a fair check on what should be displayed in the public domain. The...
Sep 18, 20234 min read
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