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January 26, 2025
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What to do when Hit with a Patent Infringement Lawsuit?

Introduction A patent is a form of intellectual property which grants the patentee exclusive rights, issued by the government, for a specific duration (typically, 20 years), in return for a complete disclosure of the invention. This exclusivity prohibits others from manufacturing, using, selling, or importing the patented product or using the patented process, without the […]

January 24, 2025
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India’s AdLaw Wrap for 2024

The advertising landscape in India is no stranger to bold claims and ambitious creativity, but 2024 marked a turning point—a year when accountability caught up with imagination. Faced with mounting concerns over misleading advertisements, regulators have stepped in to draw a firm line between persuasion and deception. Whether it’s combating greenwashing, addressing unverified medicinal claims, […]

January 21, 2025
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Patentability of Blockchain Inventions in India

Introduction Blockchain technology, a decentralized and secure ledger, has revolutionized industries like finance, supply chain, and digital assets. Its innovative applications raise important questions about its patentability within India’s legal framework for computer-related inventions (CRIs). This article explores the legal provisions, key judicial precedents, and the evolving stance of the Indian Patent Office on blockchain […]

December 23, 2024
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The Intersection between Indian Copyright and Design Laws

Introduction The inherent nature of intellectual property often leads to overlapping rights for an owner over the same subject matter. This creates challenges for enforcement agencies in ensuring that these rights coexist smoothly and in setting consistent legal precedents. One such area of uncertainty arises between copyright and design law, particularly with regard to artistic […]

December 10, 2024
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Clinical Trials and Patentability in India

Introduction India has established itself as a global hub for pharmaceutical research, often referred to as “the pharmacy of the world.” This status was redefined in 2005 when India aligned its intellectual property (IP) regime with the Trade-Related Aspects of Intellectual Property Rights (TRIPS) agreement. The Patents (Amendment) Act of 2005 introduced full patent protection […]

October 10, 2024
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Should Celebrities Register their Names and Images as Trademarks in India?

Introduction In recent years, many celebrities have sought to protect their reputation and popularity by registering their birth names and professional names as trademarks worldwide. In India, while ‘celebrity’ isn’t clearly defined in IP law, the Copyright Act uses ‘performer,’ which includes actors, singers, musicians, dancers, and other public entertainers. Historically, trademark offices were hesitant […]

May 30, 2024
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Delhi High Court Awards $26 Million in Landmark Patent Infringement Case

Introduction The recent judgment from the Delhi High Court in the case of Communication Components Antenna Inc. v. Mobi Antenna Technologies (Shenzhen) Co. Ltd & Ors. [1] has set a significant precedent in the realm of patent litigation. This landmark decision, delivered on May 16, 2024, not only emphasizes the stringent standards of patent enforcement […]