Delhi High Court grants ‘superlative injunction’ to enable blocking of rogue mobile apps

The Delhi High Court has granted a "superlative injunction" to Star India, enabling the real-time blocking of rogue mobile apps that infringe on its copyright, extending beyond just websites. This enhanced form of dynamic injunction allows the broadcaster to obtain immediate relief against newly discovered infringing platforms streaming its copyrighted content, such as live sports. The court recognized the organized and fast-paced nature of online piracy, where infringers constantly create mirror apps and sites. This landmark ruling sets a precedent for combating digital piracy more effectively by enabling rapid enforcement measures against a broader range of unauthorized streaming platforms.