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Navigating Privacy Risks For Edtech Platforms And Educational Institutions Under India's Data Protection Regime: Children's Data, Consent And Compliance

India's gaming and interactive entertainment ecosystem comprising online gaming platforms, fantasy sports operators, real-money gaming companies, casual mobile games, esports platforms and gamified social apps has experienced explosive growth.

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King, Stubb & Kasiva

Data Privacy Risks For Gaming, Fantasy Sports And Online Platforms Under India's DPDP Regime: Behavioural Profiling, Consent And Compliance

India's gaming and interactive entertainment ecosystem comprising online gaming platforms, fantasy sports operators, real-money gaming companies, casual mobile games, esports platforms and gamified social apps has experienced explosive growth.

India Media & IT

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King, Stubb & Kasiva

Reels, Memes, And Legal Risk: Copyright In Social Media Marketing

The unregulated exponential rise of social media platforms has transformed the marketing and content dissemination landscape, which is now increasingly evident in the adaptive patterns of users and the content management practices of these platforms.

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Khurana and Khurana

Navigating Privacy, Consent And Dark Pattern Risks For E-Commerce And Retail Platforms In India – Consumer Data, Targeted Advertising And Trust

India's e-commerce and digital retail ecosystem comprising marketplaces, D2C brands, omnichannel retailers, quick-commerce platforms, social commerce intermediaries and loyalty programs is fundamentally built on data.

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King, Stubb & Kasiva

IP Verse: Create. Claim. Control. (October – December 2025)

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CMS INDUSLAW

No Automatic Consumer Liability For Brand Ambassadors: Kerala High Court On Unfair Trade Practices

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IndiaLaw LLP

Importance Of Personality Rights As A Form Of Intellectual Property

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Aarna Law

When Identity Becomes Commodity: Personality Rights In The Digital Age

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IndiaLaw LLP

Legal Issues Affecting Travel E-Commerce Companies In India

India Media & IT

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King, Stubb & Kasiva

Unauthorized Promotion And Promoter Liability Under RERA: "Coming Soon" Is Still Advertising

India Real Estate

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IndiaLaw LLP

No Quick Fixes: VLCC Penalised For Misleading Fat-Loss Ads

India Media & IT

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S.S. Rana & Co. Advocates

Initial Interest Confusion Doctrine In Digital Advertising

LegaLogic

Competition Law Newsletter – December 2025

India Anti-trust

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DSK Legal

"Sadharan" But Not Disparaging: Court Shuts Down Emami's Challenge To Dabur's Ad

India Media & IT

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S.S. Rana & Co. Advocates

Consent Managers Are India's Next Big Opportunity: Here's The FAQ You Need

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AK & Partners

The Supreme Court Of India's Judgement In Tiger Global: Jarring Way Ahead For India-Mauritius Tax Treaty

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HSA Advocates

Union Budget 2026 - Indirect Tax Proposals

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Khaitan & Co LLP

The 2026 Legal Mandate (Video)

India Law Performance

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Counselect Services Pvt. Ltd.

SEBI (Stock Brokers) Regulations, 2026: A Structural Reset Of India's Broking Regulatory Framework

India Commercial

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IndiaLaw LLP

Digital Dilemma: Why Your Social Media Ads Need Metric Compliance Now

In the age of Instagram Shops and Facebook Marketplace, the line between a promotional post and a point-of-sale has vanished.

India Media & IT

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King, Stubb & Kasiva

Supreme Court's Crackdown On Misleading Medical Advertisements: A Call For Stricter Regulations

In an era defined by rapid digital dissemination of information, advertising profoundly influences consumer decisions.

India Media & IT

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S.S. Rana & Co. Advocates

FSSAI Targets Misleading "100%" Claims: A Wake-Up Call For Food Brands

Ever wondered whether that "100% natural" label on your food really tells the whole story? Consumers often see phrases like "100% pure" or "all-natural" on product packaging, and it's not always clear what these claims genuinely mean.

India Healthcare

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S.S. Rana & Co. Advocates

Delhi High Upholds Influencer's Right To Criticize Brands Based On Lab Reports

At a time when influencer advertising, satire, and memes shape the digital landscape, the thin line between free expression, trademark protection, and brand reputation is blurrier than ever.

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S.S. Rana & Co. Advocates

India's New Data Privacy Regime: How Smart Companies Will Use The Next Eighteen Months

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Lexplosion Solutions Private Limited

Battling Hydra-Headed Piracy: JioStar Secures Dynamic+ Injunction From Delhi High Court

India Media & IT

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S.S. Rana & Co. Advocates

Children's Day Under The DPDP Act, 2023 And DPDP Rules, 2025: The New Compliance Frontier For EdTech, Gaming, Social Media, And Consumer Platforms

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King, Stubb & Kasiva

The Celebrity vs. The Machine: Navigating Personality Rights In A Deepfake World

India Technology

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Legitpro Law

Legality Of Online Tracking Under The Data Privacy Act, 2023

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S.S. Rana & Co. Advocates

Ahmedabad Signage Rules: Your Guide To Advertising Compliance In 2025

India Media & IT

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S.S. Rana & Co. Advocates

India's Approach To Regulate Synthetic And AI-generated Content: How It Aligns With Global Deepfake Regulation Frameworks

Worldwide Compliance

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Lexplosion Solutions Private Limited

Asha Bhosle v. Mayc Inc: Bombay High Court Reaffirms That Film Titles Cannot Enjoy Copyright Protection

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MAHESHWARI & CO. Advocates & Legal Consultants

Meta's Challenges To The CCI Decision On Privacy: NCLAT Retains Penalty, Eases Data Sharing Restrictions

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Khaitan & Co LLP

Endorsing With Caution: What Celebrities Must Seek And Brands To Avoid Legal Liability In India

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King, Stubb & Kasiva

India's Approach To Regulate Synthetic And AI-generated Content: How It Aligns With Global Deepfake Regulation Frameworks

As synthetic and AI-generated content is becoming increasingly deceptive and dangerous, regulators across the globe are shifting gears from merely issuing guidance and directives...

Worldwide Compliance

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Lexplosion Solutions Private Limited

Asha Bhosle v. Mayc Inc: Bombay High Court Reaffirms That Film Titles Cannot Enjoy Copyright Protection

The Bombay High Court has recently delivered a significant judgment concerning celebrity and personality rights.

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MAHESHWARI & CO. Advocates & Legal Consultants

Meta's Challenges To The CCI Decision On Privacy: NCLAT Retains Penalty, Eases Data Sharing Restrictions

By its final judgment issued on 4 November 2025 (Judgment), the National Company Law Appellate Tribunal (NCLAT) has partially set aside the Competition Commission of India's (CCI) order dated 18 November 2024 (CCI Order) against Meta Platforms, Inc. (Meta) and WhatsApp LLC (WhatsApp).

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Khaitan & Co LLP

Endorsing With Caution: What Celebrities Must Seek And Brands To Avoid Legal Liability In India

However, with the evolution of consumer protection, advertising, and data privacy laws, this persuasive power now carries legal consequences.

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King, Stubb & Kasiva

Navigating The Legal Maze Of Product Launches In India: Copyright, Advertising, And Emerging Compliance Frontiers

India Media & IT

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King, Stubb & Kasiva

Government Gambles Heavily On Prohibiting Online Money Gaming

The Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Act, 2025 (act) governs the fast-growing online gaming industry. It classifies online games as e-sports, online social games or online money games.

India Media & IT

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Phoenix Legal

Consumer Authority Fines Drishti IAS For Deceptive UPSC Selection Advertisement

The Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA), established under the Consumer Protection Act, 2019, is empowered to regulate misleading advertisements and unfair trade practices under Sections 18 and 21 of the Act.

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IndiaLaw LLP

Collection Of Children's Data Under The Digital Personal Data Protection Act: Not Child's Play Anymore

The protection of children's personal data has and continues to present regulatory and practical challenges for lawmakers, businesses...

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Obhan & Associates

Overview - Regulating India's Online Gaming Sector: Key Implications Of The Online Gaming Act, 2025

The Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Bill, 2025 was passed by the Parliament on August 21, 2025, and received Presidential assent on August 22, 2025...

India Media & IT

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Phoenix Legal

The Patanjali Journey: Supreme Court's Expanding Scrutiny On Advertising Compliance For Cosmetics

India Healthcare

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AZB & Partners

ENDGAME OR A PAUSE? Legal Perspectives On India's Online Money Gaming Ban

India Media & IT

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CMS INDUSLAW

Government Relaxes Revised MRP Affixation Condition; Waives Advertisement Requirement

India Media & IT

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Nexdigm Private Limited

Common Words Make Weak Trademarks- Lessons From The Delhi High Court

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RNA, Technology and IP Attorneys

Navigating The Grey Zone: Advertising Alcohol On Digital Screens In India

India Media & IT

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Legitpro Law

Dark Patterns And Market Power: Evaluating The Competition Commission Of India's Role In Regulating Digital Deception

India Anti-trust

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Hammurabi & Solomon

Summary: Promotion And Regulation Of Online Gaming Act, 2025

India Media & IT

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Ikigai Law

Miniso Restrained By The Bombay High Court In The Neck Pillow Design Row

India Litigation

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RNA, Technology and IP Attorneys

Can A Trade Mark Be Opposed In India Before It Is Advertised For Opposition?

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Obhan & Associates

Bollywood's Shah Rukh Khan And Deepika Padukone Booked For Endorsing Hyundai Car

India Media & IT

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Global Advertising Lawyers Alliance (GALA)

Creators First: Enabling India's Content Creator Economy – Ikigai Law Report

India Media & IT

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Ikigai Law

India's Online Gaming Bill, 2025: From Doctrinal Ambiguity To Regulatory Finality

India Media & IT

White And Brief Advocates And Solicitors

ASCI Updates Its Code For Self-Regulation In Advertising

India Media & IT

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Khaitan & Co LLP

India's Promotion And Regulation Of Online Gaming Bill, 2025

India Media & IT

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Global Advertising Lawyers Alliance (GALA)

Social Responsibility In Balancing Player Protection With Engaging Offers

India Media & IT

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MAHESHWARI & CO. Advocates & Legal Consultants

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IndiaLaw LLP

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Khaitan & Co LLP

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Nishith Desai Associates

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