Indian book publishers and their international counterparts have filed a copyright lawsuit against OpenAI in New Delhi, seeking to prevent the ChatGPT chatbot from accessing proprietary content. The Federation of Indian Publishers in New Delhi has initiated legal action at the Delhi High Court on behalf of publishers such as Bloomsbury, Penguin Random House, and others to halt OpenAI's access to their copyrighted material. Pranav Gupta, the federation's general secretary, stated that they are requesting the court to intervene by blocking OpenAI's access to their content and to potentially delete datasets used in AI training. He emphasized the need for compensation and expressed concerns about the impact on creativity. OpenAI has not responded to the allegations. The lawsuit raises important legal questions concerning intellectual property rights in the context of AI advancements. The case signals a crucial moment that could shape the legal landscape regarding AI technology in India.