‘Darjeeling’ is Not Owned by Tea Board
The Calcutta High Court ruled that Geographical Indication registration for Darjeeling Tea does not give the Tea Board exclusive rights over the term Darjeeling in other contexts. This…
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Music Broadcast Pvt. Ltd. v. Super Cassette Industries Ltd.
The case examines whether the Copyright Board can issue interim orders and fix royalties in ongoing disputes under Section 31 of the Copyright Act. The court affirmed the…
D.M. Entertainment Pvt. Ltd. v. Baby Gift House and Ors.
The Delhi High Court’s decision in D.M. Entertainment v. Baby Gift House clarified the contours of the right of publicity in India. The case involved unauthorized commercial use…
Cinematograph Act Amendment, Facebook to Make Political Ads Transparent, No Removal of Explicit Streaming Content, EU Agrees on Copyrights, Fiji Counter-sues, and more
A comprehensive review of the Cinematograph Act Amendment, Facebook’s political ad regulations, and evolving copyright rules in the EU. The article discusses recent litigation, licensing developments, and copyright…
Confidential Information: Basic Clauses in a Non-Disclosure Agreement
The post analyses the essential clauses of a non-disclosure agreement, focusing on definitions, confidentiality, and termination. It highlights the importance of clarity and structure in drafting effective NDAs…
How Many More Patents Would it Take to Make the World a Better Place to Live in?
This post explores how patents in green technology are shaping India’s sustainable energy landscape, particularly in solar and wind sectors. It objectively examines key inventions, trends, and the…
Kindle eBooks, FDI eCommerce Policy and Amazon Marketplace – Non-compliance Continues Contd.
This article analyses Amazon’s Kindle eBook business model in India and its compliance with FDI eCommerce policy. It highlights issues of exclusivity, preferential treatment, and vendor equality on…
Are Rajinikanth’s Methods Patentable?
This post analyses whether Rajinikanth's unique methods could be patented under Indian law. It discusses process patentability, statutory exclusions, and the mental steps doctrine in an objective, legal-academic…
Reasonable Measures for Secrecy
Reasonable measures are crucial for trade secret protection under Indian law. This post objectively analyses legal requirements, including confidentiality agreements, security protocols, and the role of industry norms.…
Autodesk, Inc. & Another v. Mr. Prashant Deshmukh & Others
The case examines legal consequences of software copyright and trademark infringement in India, focusing on Autodesk and Microsoft’s claims against M & S Consultancy. The court’s decision reinforces…
Intermediaries, Marketplaces and Take Down Actions
This post examines the challenges of intermediary liability and takedown actions in India, focusing on copyright enforcement in online marketplaces. It provides a legal and practical perspective on…
SAP Aktiengesellschaft & Anr (Plaintiff) Vs. Sadiq Pasha, Proprietor, M/s Neologik India
The Delhi High Court restrained Neologik India from using pirated SAP software and awarded punitive damages for copyright infringement. This decision highlights the judiciary’s strict approach to commercial…