India: Media & Entertainment Law

The Supreme Court has clarified the service tax treatment of marketing and promotion expenditure incurred by a broadcaster on commercially exploiting acquired music and song video rights. The Court upheld the CESTAT’s view that such expenditure does not represent consideration for any taxable service to the film producers, since the broadcaster promoted the rights for its own benefit as assignee and therefore no taxable service relationship existed.

This July 2026 edition of Game, Set & Match Monthly delivers comprehensive coverage of the latest legal, regulatory, and industry developments shaping sports and gaming in India and globally. From online gaming regulations and emerging technology impacts to sports law battles and international policy shifts, this newsletter provides strategic insights into the biggest stories transforming these dynamic industries.

As the FIFA World Cup 2026 enters its final stages, with the third-place play-off and the final between defending champions Argentina and Spain expected to attract millions of viewers worldwide, the focus is no longer confined to the action on the pitch. Even before the tournament commenced, Zee Entertainment Enterprises Ltd., had secured the exclusive media rights for India, by approaching the Delhi High Court seeking protection against rogue websites and digital platforms expected to illegally stream the tournament. The proceedings demonstrate that acquiring exclusive broadcasting rights is only the first step, with effective protection against digital piracy being equally essential.

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.

The rapid advancement of generative artificial intelligence has fundamentally transformed the digital information ecosystem. Text, images, audio, and video content generated or manipulated through...

The Information Technology Act, 2000 empowers the Central Government under section 87 to frame rules governing intermediaries, including the Information Technology (Intermediary Guidelines and Digital Media Ethics Code) Rules, 2021.

The year is wrapping up, and while some of us may be dreaming about a winter break, tech policy isn't slowing down.

Dive into the latest episode of INDIALAW LLP's legal podcast with host Siddhi Parekh and guest expert Mrs. Abha Shah as we break down the evolving world of AI...

The Delhi High Court has recently granted an interim injunction to safeguard the intellectual property rights associated with the iconic film Andaz Apna Apna.