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This post explores the evolving landscape of technology transfer in India, with a focus on intellectual property and university-industry collaboration. It provides an analytical perspective on policy developments…
The US Supreme Court’s decision in Caraco vs. Novo Nordisk clarifies the rights of generic drug manufacturers to challenge overly broad patent claims. This case marks a significant…
The post explores how third parties can intervene in the Indian patent grant process through opposition and revocation mechanisms. It provides a clear overview of procedural rights, relevant…
This edition details Indian trademark statistics, Exxon Mobil’s legal win, Brazil’s entry to the Madrid Protocol, and Odisha Rasagola’s GI tag. It also offers updates on brand licensing…
Abraham Lincoln, famed for abolishing slavery, was also an inventor and the only US president to hold a patent. His flotation device for boats highlights his interest in…
This post explores the legal protection of ideas and concepts in the entertainment industry through a significant Indian case. It analyses how breach of confidence and copyright law…
The Delhi High Court declined Colgate's request for an interim injunction against Pepsodent's comparative advertisements. The Court analysed trademark, advertising, and competition law, clarifying the legal boundaries of…
The post explores well-known trademarks and the different forms of trademark dilution under Indian and international law. It discusses statutory definitions, key criteria, and legal distinctions relevant to…
This post explores what motivates Indian inventors, highlighting that most are driven by non-financial reasons rather than financial incentives. Based on research among R and D professionals, it…
This post examines the patent dispute between Nikola Tesla and Marconi over the invention of the radio. It provides a legal and historical analysis of the controversy, highlighting…
This edition reports on Indian patent and design statistics, India's progress in the Global Innovation Index, and legal updates such as Natco Pharma’s relief in the Delhi High…
This post analyses the historical development of barcodes, from their inception to their role in modern retail. It discusses key innovators and the technological milestones that led to…