India: Media & Entertainment Law

On March 30, 2026, the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology ("MeitY") has circulated draft Second Amendment Rules, 2026 ("Draft Amendment") to the Information Technology (Intermediary Guidelines and Digital Media Ethics Code) Rules, 2021 ("IT Rules, 2021"), proposing the consequential structural realignment of India's intermediary liability.

The Mumbai Bench of the National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT) approved a Composite Scheme of Arrangement between Bennett, Coleman and Company Limited (BCCL), the flagship entity of the Times Group, and its wholly owned subsidiary, Times Horizon Private Limited (THPL), marking a significant step in the restructuring of its business operations in India.

Surrogate advertising is often treated as a "marketing workaround". In reality, it is better understood as a legal and commercial risk management exercise - where one creative decision, one brand extension launch, or one influencer post can potentially trigger regulatory scrutiny, reputational damage, and litigation exposure.

India's film industries are creative powerhouses, but behind the glamour lies a complex web of legal challenges. Bollywood (Hindi cinema based in Mumbai) and South Industry (Tollywood, Kollywood and Sandalwood)...

Our Media and Entertainment Law Newsletter for the months of September and October 2025 giving summarized updates on the developments relevant to the Media and Entertainment industries.

Ladakh, often hailed as a paradise for adventure seekers and nature lovers, is one of India's most enchanting destinations. Its towering snow-capped peaks, pristine high-altitude lakes like the ethereal Pangong Tso...

On October 1, 2025, National Commodity Clearing Limited (NCCL) issued Circular No. NCCL/COMPLIANCE-004/2025, directing its members to ensure full compliance with...

The flash of a camera does not only capture a candid moment; it often captures a storm of legal and moral debates.

The sports and entertainment industry thrives on intellectual property (IP) rights, making licensing a key business strategy. Licensing allows companies and individuals to commercialize names, logos, images, characters...