Judgments:

1. IPRS vs. Aditya Pandey (2022): In this case, the Indian Performing Right Society (IPRS) filed a suit against Aditya Pandey, a popular YouTuber, for copyright infringement. The Delhi High Court ruled in favor of IPRS, highlighting the importance of obtaining proper licenses for using copyrighted music in online content. This judgment reinforces the protection of the rights of copyright owners in the digital age.
2. Star India Pvt. Ltd. vs. Bharat Sanchar Nigam Ltd. (2021): The Supreme Court of India in this case ruled that cable operators and direct-to-home (DTH) service providers must obtain licenses to broadcast television channels. This decision emphasized the need for copyright holders to be adequately compensated for the distribution of their content, even in the context of new technology and broadcasting methods.
3. Super Cassettes Industries Ltd. vs. MySpace Inc. (2019): This case dealt with the liability of social media platforms for hosting copyrighted content uploaded by users. The Delhi High Court ruled that MySpace Inc. was not liable for copyright infringement as long as they complied with the “safe harbor” provisions of the Information Technology Act. This case established a significant precedent regarding the responsibility of online platforms for user-generated content.
4. R.G. Anand vs. Deluxe Films (1978): Although not a recent judgment, this landmark case established the principle of copyright infringement through substantial reproduction of the original work. The Supreme Court held that even minor modifications in a copyrighted work could still constitute infringement if they were substantial and copied the essence of the original.
5. Amar Nath Sehgal vs. Union of India (2005): In this case, the Delhi High Court reaffirmed the moral rights of an artist, including the right to object to derogatory treatment of their work. This judgment emphasized the importance of respecting the artistic integrity of creators and their rights beyond mere economic considerations.