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The post examines recent developments in Indian and international trademark law, including the Lifebuoy trademark victory, ITC's GI infringement case, and Samsung’s ongoing legal challenges. It provides structured…
The National e-commerce Policy Draft sets out comprehensive legal and regulatory measures for India's digital trade sector. It addresses data protection, fair competition, and export promotion, aiming to…
BananaIP provides a legal analysis of the Draft Intermediary Rules, 2018, identifying ambiguities and recommending clarifications. The post offers structured suggestions to improve intermediary accountability and regulatory compliance.
This update provides a detailed analysis of Indian patent statistics, recent patent grants, and notable invention disclosures. It also covers plant patentability discussions at the EPO, the IPR…
The post analyses Amazon’s eBook licensing practices in India, arguing that they contravene Section 33 of the Copyright Act by effectively running a licensing business without registration as…
Overlapping IP protection has become common, leading to both expanded rights for owners and reduced benefits for the public. This post analyses the Indian legal framework and calls…
Indian companies acquire patents for several reasons, often unrelated to gaining business advantage. Motivations include meeting managerial targets, attracting investors, and marketing purposes, with quality and business value…
The Delhi High Court ruled that broadcasting a sound recording in India does not require separate licences from lyricists or composers, only from the producer. This decision has…
This article analyses patent trolling with a focus on the RIM v. NTP case and the difficulties innovators face in patent litigation. It highlights how procedural gaps between…
This article explores the legal framework of publicity rights in India with a focus on digital media and computer games. It analyses hypothetical scenarios to distinguish between free…
This post provides an analytical overview of publicity rights in India, focusing on celebrity protection from unauthorized commercial use. It discusses legal boundaries, enforcement mechanisms, and key judicial…
This post examines recent copyright and entertainment law developments, including film piracy, major lawsuits, and licensing deals. It presents legal updates objectively, providing structured analysis and practical insights…