The government bans 25 OTT platforms, including Ullu and ALTT, for violating content laws related to obscene and indecent material under the IT Act and media guidelines.
Yesterday, On 19th November, The Supreme Court will hear a plea about pre-censorship of films in January, initiated by actor-director Amol Palekar. The case challenges the Cinematograph Act’s regulations, arguing they are outdated. During previous hearings, concerns regarding government regulations and artistic freedom were raised, with the landscape of film censorship in India evolving continually.
The Gujarat High Court on Wednesday (June 19th) said it would watch the film “Maharaj” and then decide the plea seeking a stay on the film’s release on the Over The Top (OTT) platform Netflix.
The Delhi High Court issued a dynamic+ injunction order to stop unauthorized websites from illegally streaming Indian Premier League (IPL) matches, supporting Viacom 18. The order is designed to protect copyrighted content from the moment of its creation, highlighting the need for adaptive legal measures in the digital age to safeguard intellectual property rights effectively.
Cine1 Studios and T-Series have settled their legal dispute over the movie “Animal,” allowing its release on OTT platforms. The agreement, confirmed in Delhi High Court, resolves allegations of contractual breaches and clears the way for the film’s digital premiere. The settlement marks a significant development in the much-anticipated release of “Animal” starring Ranbir Kapoor.
