Could Exclusivity be Claimed Over the Word IMPERIAL for Alcohol?
The High Court of Delhi examined whether exclusivity can be claimed over the term IMPERIAL for alcoholic beverages. The judgment clarified that IMPERIAL is a descriptive and laudatory…
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Small Business Innovative Research Initiative (SBIRI) Scheme from Department of Biotechnology
The SBIRI scheme from the Department of Biotechnology facilitates risk-oriented R&D in the biotech sector for SMEs through joint IP ownership and structured funding. Detailed loan repayment terms…
Music Band Agreements
The post examines essential aspects of music band agreements in India, including intellectual property rights, income division, and member departures. It stresses the need for precise contractual terms…
Trade Secret Case Law Jurisprudence in India- 1
This post analyses a foundational Indian case on trade secret protection, demonstrating how courts recognise confidential business information. It discusses the legal significance of confidentiality agreements and technical…
Interesting Patent Pending Invention
This post examines a patent pending invention aimed at improving the safety and security of two-wheeled vehicle stands. The analysis details how the invention provides enhanced control and…
Aktiengesellschaft Vormals Meister Lucius & Bruning a Corporation etc.Vs Unichem Laboratories
This post provides a detailed analysis of the Tolbutamide patent infringement case between Aktiengesellschaft Vormals Meister Lucius & Bruning and Unichem Laboratories. It discusses the Court's interpretation of…
Laxmi Dutt Roop Chand Vs. Nankau
This case evaluates a patent infringement dispute concerning hollow ware manufacturing processes in India. The Court compared both parties' methods, ultimately finding no infringement due to significant procedural…
Scope of Government Use Exemption in India
The Delhi High Court clarified that government use exemption under Section 47 of the Patents Act includes manufacture by private parties on behalf of the government. This analysis…
Bishwanath Prasad Radhey Shyam Vs. Hindustan Metal Industries
Bishwanath Prasad Radhey Shyam vs Hindustan Metal Industries established the standard for inventive step and novelty in Indian patent law. The Supreme Court's reasoning remains central to assessing…
Bajaj-TVS Litigation
The Bajaj-TVS litigation explores the complexities of enforcing patent rights in the Indian motorcycle industry. Courts examined the validity and scope of patents, ultimately finding the technologies distinct…
Ex-parte Injunction Vacated Due to Lack of Prima-Facie Case of Infringement
The Delhi High Court vacated an ex-parte injunction in a patent infringement matter, emphasising the plaintiff’s failure to establish a prima-facie case. The judgment highlights the importance of…
Patentability of New Form, Use or Property – Section 3(d)
Section 3(d) of the Indian Patents Act limits patentability for new forms or uses of known substances unless enhanced efficacy is proven. The Novartis case illustrates how courts…