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The Patent (Amendment) Rules, 2011, simplify patent filing in India by enabling electronic submissions and online authentication. The amendments also address procedures for amending specifications, condonation of delay,…
The bulletin examines Indian patent data, the induction of AI in patent processes, and global legal updates including AI as an inventor. It includes notable cases and legislative…
This post examines the legal and ethical debate over stem cell patents, contrasting recent European developments with the Indian approach. The analysis highlights the lack of statutory restrictions…
This post analyses how US trademark law treats descriptive marks, addressing their registration requirements and the concept of secondary meaning. It also covers the significance of the Principal…
This post evaluates the legal and practical impact of parallel import of copyright in India, focusing on the proposed changes under the Copyright Amendment Bill 2010. It critically…
The Delhi High Court decided there was no trademark infringement or passing off in the 8pm case between Radico Khaitan and Carlsberg. The court found clear differences between…
The Kodak versus Polaroid case marked a turning point in the instant photography sector. This post analyses the legal dispute, the resulting injunction, and its impact on both…
The Madras High Court reiterated that generic terms in trademarks cannot be monopolized and must be assessed as part of the whole mark. The Court set aside the…
The post reviews July 2019 copyright trends, major copyright disputes involving Indian and international artists, and strategic moves by Netflix and ByteDance. It also covers government efforts to…
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…