It is Fair and Enabling – Data Mining from JNU Depot
The post analyses if data mining from the JNU Depot is covered by fair use or educational exemptions under Indian copyright law. It argues that enabling technologies extracting…
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From China with Love: The Xiaomi Story
This post discusses Xiaomi’s rapid growth in the smartphone industry and its legal dispute with Ericsson over standard essential patents in India. The Delhi High Court’s injunction and…
Understanding Trademark Registration Procedures in the Maldives
Maldives does not yet have a formal trademark registration system, relying instead on cautionary notices for brand protection. Current legislative efforts are expected to introduce a comprehensive trademark…
eCommerce and Licensing News: Govt Relaxes FDI Norms for Single Brand Retail, Ali Express Opens Brick and Mortar Store in Spain, Google Launches Video Game Streaming, and more
This bulletin covers key updates in eCommerce law, FDI policy changes for single brand retail, and recent global licensing and IP transactions. Analysis includes the impact on major…
Weekly Entertainment Law News: TikTok in Content Ownership Controversy, Musician Sues “Baby Shark” Producers, and more
This bulletin provides an objective analysis of recent entertainment law news, focusing on copyright controversies involving TikTok, ShareChat, Spotify, and prominent artists. Key legal issues in content ownership…
IP, Privacy and Antitrust This Week: Publishers Sue Audible, Google Ends Mobile Network Insights, Qualcomm to Keep “No License, No Chip” Policy, and more
This week’s news examines publisher lawsuits against Audible, regulatory actions involving Google, Intel, and Qualcomm, and evolving privacy concerns with Facebook and TikTok. The bulletin offers a structured…
Weekly Trademark News Bulletin: Titan Wins Counterfeit Battle, 5 Mizo Shawls Gets GI Tag, PUMA Sprints for Dutee Chand and Other News
This weekly trademark news bulletin analyses recent legal victories, GI tag grants, and key brand licensing deals in India and abroad. The report offers factual insights into trademark…
Trademark News Bulletin: Indian Trademark Statistics
This bulletin provides a detailed analysis of the latest Indian trademark statistics, including weekly and yearly trends. It offers objective insights into application, examination, and registration activity at…
Part IV: Descriptive Marks – Can They be Protected?
This post analyses the Indian legal stance on descriptive marks under the Trademark Act, 1999. It explains the criteria for their protection, focusing on acquired distinctiveness and secondary…
Weekly Patent News Bulletin: Qualcomm and L.G Electronics sign patent license agreement, New Balance sues Nautica and more
This weekly bulletin reviews major patent news, including a new licensing agreement between Qualcomm and L.G Electronics and design infringement litigation by New Balance. The updates also feature…
Interesting Patents and Inventions of the week
The bulletin presents this week's most interesting patents and inventions from the Indian Patent Journal, featuring expert curation by BananaIP Counsels’ patent attorneys. Highlights include innovative solutions in…
Patent News Bulletin: Indian Patent Statistics and Industrial Design Statistics
This bulletin examines current Indian patent and industrial design statistics, including publication and grant trends across major cities. The analysis is prepared by the patent division at BananaIP…