Apar GuptaSpecific provisions of the Telecom Act, 2023 have been notified by the Union Government to take effect from June 26, 2024 as per a gazette notification dated June 21, 2024. The Gazette notification states, “The Central government hereby appoints the 26th day of June 2024, as the date on which the provisions of sections 1, 2, 10 to 30, 42 to 44, 46, 47, 50 to 58, 61, and 62 of the said Act shall come into force.”
TRAI releases recommendations on ‘Inputs for formulation of National Broadcasting Policy-2024’
The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) has issued its recommendations dated 20th June 2024 on the ‘Inputs for Formulation of National Broadcasting Policy-2024’.
Concerns over the draft Digital Competition Bill 2024
India Inc. raised concerns over the draft Digital Competition Bill 2024 during a meeting chaired by MeitY Secretary S. Krishnan, which also included representatives from the Competition Commission of India and the Ministry of Corporate Affairs, as reported by the Hindu. The Internet and Mobile Association of India (IAMAI) was also involved and criticized the bill for its broad definition of significant digital players, which encompasses both large and small firms, and argued that existing issues could be addressed through amendments to the IT and Competition Acts.
Press Bodies passes resolution against laws aimed at curbing freedom of press
Top press bodies in India have resolved to intensify demands for the Union government to withdraw laws they claim curb press freedom. They specifically oppose the proposed Broadcast Services (Regulation) Bill, 2023; the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023; the Press and Registration of Periodicals Act, 2023; and the Information Technology Amendment Rules, 2023.
World Wrestling Entertainment v. Reshma Collection
A Division Bench of the High Court of Delhi in appeal has by its judgement in World Wrestling Entertainment v. Reshma Collection (FAO (OS) 506/2013 dated 15.10.2014) defined the jurisdictional rules which apply to eCommerce and online retailers. These rules are limited to suits for trademark and copyright infringement.