Ilaiyaraaja Gets Rs 50 Lakh in Dude Copyright Settlement
Madras High Court closes copyright case after Ilaiyaraaja and Mythri Movie Makers settle. The makers of 'Dude' agree to pay Rs 50 lakh. Read the full details of the legal resolution.
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Ilaiyaraaja gets Rs 50 lakh for copyright infringement
Music legend Ilaiyaraaja receives Rs 50 lakh compensation after a production house used his songs without permission in two hit Tamil films. The court had ordered the tracks' removal. Read about this crucial copyright victory.
AI Startups Build Replica Sites Like Amazon for Training
Silicon Valley startups are cloning popular websites like United Airlines and Amazon to train AI agents. This new trend aims to automate white-collar jobs but raises copyright questions. Read more.
Ilaiyaraaja Settles Song Copyright Case for ₹50 Lakh
Madras HC closes suits as Tamil film producers Mythri Movie Makers pay ₹50 lakh to music legend Ilaiyaraaja for using his songs in 'Good Bad Ugly' and 'Dude'. Read the full story.
Ilaiyaraaja Settles Song Copyright Case for ₹50 Lakh
Mythri Movie Makers settles with music legend Ilaiyaraaja in Madras High Court, paying ₹50 lakh for using his songs in 'Good Bad Ugly' and 'Dude'. Full credits to be given. Read the details.
Manipur Water Act Debate Turns Political Over President's Rule
Trinamool Congress MP Sushmita Dev criticizes the Centre over President's rule in Manipur during a parliamentary debate on extending the Water Pollution Act. Read the full story.
Sabrina Carpenter Condemns White House for Using Her Song
Grammy winner Sabrina Carpenter publicly rebukes Trump administration for using her track 'Juno' in a deportation promo video without consent. Read about the growing list of artists objecting to political use of their music.
Sabrina Carpenter Slams White House Over Unauthorised Song Use
Sabrina Carpenter condemns White House for using her song 'Juno' in ICE raid video. White House issues defiant statement. Details on the controversy and other artists targeted.
Maharashtra RTS Act Ensures Time-Bound 1,212 Services
Maharashtra's Right to Services Act guarantees 1,212 government services with strict deadlines. Learn how citizens can appeal delays and the Act's impact on transparency and accountability.
AI Art Disqualifies Authors from NZ's Top Book Prize
Two award-winning authors disqualified from NZ's Ockham Book Awards due to AI-generated cover art. The case ignites a global debate on AI's role in creativity and copyright law. Where do we draw the line?
7 Held in Prayagraj for Killing Nilgai, Weapons Seized
Prayagraj police arrest 7 men for hunting a nilgai in Nawabganj. Weapons, explosives, and an SUV seized. Case filed under Wildlife and Arms Acts. Read the full details.
Book Piracy Drains Rs 80,000 Crore Indian Publishing Market
Speakers at Koshala Literary Festival reveal 30-40% of books are pirated, draining industry potential. Panel demands National Anti-Piracy Task Force to protect India's cultural fabric.
Emergency Arbitration Provisions in New Arbitration Bill
India plans to amend its Arbitration Act to include emergency arbitration and digital proceedings, aiming for faster commercial dispute resolution and to become a global arbitration hub.
Punjab Updates Societies Act for Financial Transparency
Punjab cabinet approves Societies Registration Amendment Act 2025, bringing all societies under RTI, mandatory renewal every 5 years to ensure proper fund usage.
Madras HC Restrains 'Dude' From Using Ilaiyaraaja Songs
Madras High Court prohibits Tamil movie 'Dude' from using Ilaiyaraaja's songs without permission. Court cites distortion of original work as key reason. Read full details.
Congress Demands Anti-Drug Raids in Gujarat Within 15 Days
Congress stages rallies in Tharad and Patan, demanding immediate NDPS Act raids against drug peddlers and action near schools. Party stands with MLA Jignesh Mevani.
EricOneHive YouTube Channel May Be Deleted in 7 Days
Popular Clash of Clans creator EricOneHive faces YouTube channel deletion after three copyright strikes from Supercell. He vows to stop all Supercell content creation.
UPSC Polity Quiz: Governor Powers, Tribunals Explained
Test your UPSC Prelims 2026 preparation with this essential Polity quiz covering Governor's constitutional powers, tribunals reform, and key amendments. Check your progress now!
Calcutta HC Overturns Pocso Conviction, Acquits Accused
Calcutta High Court acquits a man sentenced under the Pocso Act, citing material inconsistencies in witness testimony. Justice Ghosh sets aside the trial court's 3-year imprisonment order.
AP Veterinary Council Challenges Para-Veterinary Act
Andhra Pradesh Veterinary Council chairman asserts the Para-Veterinary Act must operate under the 1984 central law, not as parallel authority. Key officials review implementation concerns.
Assam uses 1950 Act to order 5 foreigners to leave India
Assam's Sonitpur district issues first orders under 1950 Immigrants Act, directing 5 declared foreigners to leave India within 24 hours. Police confirm they are absconding.
Easy 3-Step DPDP Act Compliance Audit for Businesses
Learn how businesses can comply with India's Digital Personal Data Protection Act using a simple 3-step audit process before the 18-month grace period ends.
Court: Performance Alone Cannot Establish Music Copyright
A recent Indian court ruling clarifies that in classical music's oral tradition, performance doesn't prove copyright. The plaintiff must provide concrete evidence of authorship. Learn what this means for artists.
MP Increases Tribal Welfare Budget by 15% to Rs 47,296 Cr
Madhya Pradesh CM Mohan Yadav announces 15% hike in tribal welfare budget to Rs 47,296 crore on Tribal Pride Day. Tendu leaf collectors get 33% pay raise, Forest Rights Act settlements cross 3 lakh claims.
OpenAI, Anthropic sued for AI piracy: True costs exposed
German court rules against OpenAI for copyright infringement as Anthropic settles for $1.5 billion. Explore the hidden subsidies and true environmental costs behind AI technology.
Man Arrested for Piracy of Zubeen Garg's Film
Rafiqul Islam arrested in Goalpara for uploading Zubeen Garg's film clips on YouTube. Learn about the anti-piracy crackdown in Assam.
AI Music Virtually Undetectable, Survey Finds
New survey shows AI-generated music is indistinguishable from human creations, raising copyright concerns and threatening artists' livelihoods in the music industry.
OpenAI Loses Copyright Case in German Court Over ChatGPT
Munich court finds OpenAI's ChatGPT illegally used German song lyrics. GEMA wins landmark case that could reshape AI training practices worldwide. Read full details.
Rajasthan ends two-child rule for local elections
Rajasthan government removes two-child disqualification rule for local body elections after three decades. Minister Jabbar Singh Kharra explains why public representatives deserve equal treatment.
Spotify India: Drake, Bieber Songs Cause Licensing Issues
Popular tracks from global artists like Drake and Justin Bieber are creating a licensing nightmare for Spotify in India, leading to potential removal of songs and legal complications.
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