Copyright Infringement Ruling

The Supreme Court of India has made a significant ruling in the *State of NCT of Delhi & Another* case, resolving a long-standing issue in Indian copyright enforcement jurisprudence. The judgement rules that *copyright infringement* is a cognizable and non-bailable offense under Section 63 of the Copyright Act. Key points of the ruling include:
- The Supreme Court has clarified that copyright infringement is a serious offense that can result in imprisonment.
- The ruling is expected to have a major impact on the enforcement of copyright laws in India, particularly in the *entertainment and media industries*.
- It is likely to lead to increased vigilance and stringent action against those found guilty of copyright infringement.