Author name: Shayonee Dasgupta

Readers will remember the tid-bit on Emami serving a legal notice alleging copyright infringement on the makers of Dabangg for the use of word Zandu in the song Munni badnam hui. Turns out that the FMCG Emami is now open for an out-of-court settlement with Sree Astavinayak and Arbaaz Khan Productions. As ET reports here, Arbaaz Khan, producer of Dabangg said :  “We are in a dialogue with them (Emami), hopefully, all will be settled without any issue. When asked […]

For those of you who are planning to catch Salman starrer Dabangg this weekend, here’s a little info to make it spicy. As ToI reports, Zandu Pharmaceuticals, makers of Zandu Balm have served a legal notice on Arbaaz Khan for copyright infringement of the product. Readers will recall that Dabangg features a song called Munni badnam which uses the word zandu balm. The ToI report suggests that Zandu Pharmaceuticals is claiming that it’s the sole copyright holder of “not only

It seems to be raining GIs for India. After the Hyderabadi Haleem, it is Bhadohi Carpets and Paithani Sarees to be conferred with the GI status. BHADOHI CARPETS: Bhadohi carpets are inspired by classical Indian and Persian motifs and often consists of very intricately knotted designs which have made them a very sought after piece for home decor. The GI status is therefore the much needed respite against the potential infrigements.  UNCTAD India project  supported the artisans, weavers, producers and