Panacea of the People for More than Two Centuries
This post analyses the rise and regulation of patent medicines, trademarked drug compounds popular in the 18th and 19th centuries. It examines their societal impact, the dangers they…
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Exclusive Marketing Rights and Stronger Patent Regime
This post examines India's transition to a TRIPS-compliant patent regime, focusing on Exclusive Marketing Rights and the Mailbox Provision. It outlines legislative changes that facilitated the shift from…
Chapter VI. Compulsory Licensing & Local Working – Comprehending Apprehending or Apprehending Comprehension?
This post examines compulsory licensing in India, with emphasis on the local working requirement and its interpretation under Indian patent law. It discusses the legal debates surrounding the…
Too much Success is Not Always Good: A Look at Genericization of Trademarks
The article explores how excessive success of a trademark can lead to its genericization, undermining its legal protection. It analyses Indian and international legal frameworks and provides notable…
MUCOSOLVIN confusingly similar to MUCOSOLVAN
The Delhi High Court addressed the trademark dispute between MUCOSOLVIN and MUCOSOLVAN, focusing on their deceptive similarity and consumer confusion. The judgment provides key insights into trademark protection…
Conclusion post: Ideas, Concepts, Scripts & Stories – Protecting Ideas…
This post concludes the series on protecting creative concepts in India's entertainment industry. It examines key legal cases affirming that breaches of confidentiality in sharing ideas are actionable…
Madrid Protocol- International Trademark Filing Becomes Easier
India’s membership in the Madrid Protocol simplifies and reduces the cost of international trademark filings. The Protocol provides Indian applicants with a unified process to secure trademark protection…
Indian IP Laws to Protect Traditional Culture and Folklore
This post examines the complexities of using Indian IP laws to protect traditional culture and folklore. It offers a structured legal analysis of policy options and the balance…
Cross-Border Patent Protection
Patent protection is territorial, so applicants must file in each country where rights are needed. This post outlines routes for cross-border patent protection, including direct filing, Paris Convention,…
Kylie Jenner File Trademark for Nail Products, Yoohoo Animated Series in Russia, Marayur Jaggery Receives GI Tag and Other News
The latest bulletin reviews Indian and global trademark news, focusing on statistics, legal rulings, and new trademark filings. Notable updates include court decisions, brand licensing initiatives, and the…
The Right Time and Means to Publish a Patent Application
This article discusses the legal timeline and methods for publishing a patent application in India. It covers statutory requirements, exceptions, early publication, and the implications for applicants and…
Denial of Opportunity to be Heard Violates Principle of Natural Justice
The IPAB set aside a patent rejection after finding that Ericsson was denied a proper opportunity to be heard. The decision reaffirms that natural justice is central to…