Author: Tarun Choudhury

Introduction In a landmark judgment issued on October 31 2025, the Madras HC declared that cryptocurrencies are to be treated as “property” under Indian law.This decision marks a significant evolution in the legal recognition of digital assets in India — shifting the paradigm from merely speculative instruments to legally protected holdings. For investors, exchanges and legal practitioners, this judgment has far-reaching implications: it affirms that crypto holdings are capable of being owned, enjoyed, held in trust, and protected from interference. Background Of The Case The matter arose from an incident involving a cyber-attack on the crypto-exchange WazirX. As the judgment…

In an era defined by the velocity of digital innovation and the transnational flow of creative works, India finds itself at the crossroads of tradition and globalisation in the field of intellectual property (IP). The twin pillars of the international copyright architecture — the Berne Convention for the Protection of Literary and Artistic Works (Berne) and the Agreement on Trade‑Related Aspects of Intellectual Property Rights (TRIPS) — remain central to India’s obligations and aspirations. This article explores how India has fared in aligning its domestic legal framework with these treaties, particularly in the digital age, and examines the enforcement challenges…