Renowned music director Ilayaraaja told the Madras High Court that two of his compositions were used in a recent Tamil film without his consent. His lawyer informed the bench during a petition against three music companies, including Sony Music India.
Bombay High Court protects Asha Bhosle’s personality rights against AI misuse.The court observed, “Making AI tools to convert any voice into a celebrity’s without permission violates personality rights,” reinforcing the importance of safeguarding public figures’ personal identity and public persona.
The Karnataka High Court has directed strict enforcement against the misuse of India’s national emblems and symbols, emphasizing their significance to national pride. Authorities are required to raise public awareness, implement existing laws, and educate officials while punishing unauthorized use. The initiative aims to protect the dignity and identity of national symbols.
The Delhi High Court quashed a 47-year-old government eviction notice against The Indian Express, citing it as an attempt to stifle press freedom. The court ruled the notices invalid and ordered the government to pay Rs 5 lakh in costs. This decision stemmed from a long-standing dispute over the newspaper’s premises, originally allocated in the 1950s.
