The post discusses major trademark and brand licensing developments, including Alibaba’s settlement, NBA’s merchandising in India, and 7-Eleven’s upcoming stores. It also analyses the latest Indian trademark statistics…
Intellepedia · 13 Mar 2019
This post covers Indian patent statistics, recent court decisions on patent infringement, and international IP developments. Notable cases include the Bombay High Court's order in favour of Monsanto…
Intellepedia · 11 Mar 2019
This analysis examines Spotify’s licensing arrangements in India in light of Section 33 of the Copyright Act 1957. It explores whether Spotify’s business model aligns with the Act’s…
Dr. Kalyan Kankanala · 11 Mar 2019
The post provides a detailed analysis of current copyright and intellectual property developments, including court decisions on infringement and registration. It covers cases involving Patanjali, Netflix, and major…
Intellepedia · 8 Mar 2019
The post explores when copying elements from books constitutes copyright infringement under Indian law. It clarifies the difference between ideas and expressions and outlines how substantial similarity is…
Dr. Kalyan Kankanala · 8 Mar 2019
This article explores the essentials of industrial design protection in India, including its legal basis, registration criteria, and procedural steps. It offers practical insights for businesses and creators…
Intellepedia · 7 Mar 2019
This week’s update covers Indian and international trademark cases, including Flipkart’s domain infringement win and Lacoste’s dispute over its crocodile mark. Additional highlights include Jungle Book licensing developments…
Intellepedia · 6 Mar 2019
The post discusses the legal framework for writers’ moral rights in India, focusing on the rights to paternity and integrity under copyright law. It also explores the impact…
Intellepedia · 6 Mar 2019
This article presents detailed Indian patent statistics, interesting new inventions, and updates on the draft Patent Office Manual and the National Policy on Software Products. It also covers…
Intellepedia · 4 Mar 2019
The article provides an analytical review of book publishing contracts, emphasising copyright ownership, royalty structures, and negotiation strategies for Indian writers. It offers practical insights for authors to…
Dr. Kalyan Kankanala · 1 Mar 2019
The post examines India’s draft e-commerce policy, Bollywood’s quick move to register patriotic film titles, and legal issues surrounding Spotify’s launch in India. It also details updates on…
Intellepedia · 1 Mar 2019
The National eCommerce Policy Draft sets out key proposals for regulating Indian eCommerce marketplaces. It addresses FDI, data protection, IP enforcement, and consumer protection, aiming to create a…
Dr. Kalyan Kankanala · 28 Feb 2019