Matrubhumi Printing and Publishing Ltd v. IPRS
The Kerala High Court clarified that producers, not composers, own the copyright in sound recordings used in films, unless a contract states otherwise. Matrubhumi and Malayalam Manorama were…
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Sholay Media and Entertainment Pvt. Ltd. and Anr. v. Vodafone Essar Mobile Services Ltd. and Ors.
The Delhi High Court addressed copyright assignment and royalty issues in the Sholay ringtone case involving Vodafone. The Court denied an injunction but established conditions to protect the…
Solid 21 Inc in Legal Battle, Kamala Harris Trademark, Bonjour Collaborates with Hush Puppies and Other News
This post provides Indian trademark statistics, highlights major legal developments like the Whatman and Solid 21 Inc cases, and covers new brand collaborations and GI filings. It also…
Patent Suit over Viagra
Pfizer has sued Watson Laboratories to delay generic Viagra, leveraging the Hatch-Waxman Act and its patents. This case examines Pfizer’s legal strategy and the implications for generic competition…
Trademark Registration: Prima Facie Evidence of Validity?
The Delhi High Court has held that trademark registration does not automatically serve as prima facie evidence of validity. This decision, particularly impacting descriptive marks, invites scrutiny of…
Preventing Real Online Threats to Economic Creativity and Theft of Intellectual Property Act of 2011
The PROTECT IP Act of 2011 seeks to enhance US legal action against online intellectual property infringement and domain-related offences. While broadening enforcement scope, the Act has faced…
Extracting IP Value
Intellectual property protection alone is no longer sufficient for Indian companies seeking competitive advantage. This analysis explores strategic IP management, including audits and commercialization, to maximize IP value.…
Salient Features of the Indian Bayh Dole Act
The Indian Bayh Dole Act proposes a comprehensive framework for managing public funded intellectual property in research institutions. It aims to incentivise innovation, clarify IP ownership, and establish…
Patent Risks in Open Source – Lesson’s from Google’s Story
The Bedrock Technologies case against Google demonstrates the tangible patent risks present in open source software usage. This decision underscores the necessity for companies to conduct thorough patent…
Cricket – 3D Optimised Advertising
Cricket advertising in India has evolved from player endorsements to innovative 3D ground promotions. This analysis reviews legal and commercial trends in sports marketing, focusing on techniques that…
Kindle eBooks and Amazon Marketplace – The Non-Compliance Continues
This article analyses Kindle eBooks and Amazon Marketplace in India, focusing on issues of copyright and FDI policy compliance. It highlights how Amazon’s exclusive practices may violate Indian…
The Wind from the West: Playwright Ananda Rao’s Padamati Gali
Ananda Rao's Padamati Gali is a powerful Telugu play examining the plight of Indian farmers in the face of land acquisition and socio-economic challenges. The narrative provides a…