Udta Punjab and Online Piracy of Bollywood Movies
Udta Punjab faced both censorship disputes and an online piracy crisis before its release. The article examines legal remedies, including John Doe orders, and the broader impact of…
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Dust settles down in the Udta Punjab row
The Udta Punjab censorship controversy exposed deep tensions between artistic freedom and regulatory authority in Indian cinema. The Bombay High Court’s judgement in favour of the filmmakers reaffirmed…
Sun Pharma’s big win against Cadila healthcare
The Madras High Court has granted Sun Pharma a permanent injunction against Cadila Healthcare over the VENIZ trademark, citing likelihood of confusion and infringement. The Court also ordered…
Patent Amendment Rules 2016 – Courting Controversy and Confusion
The Patent Amendment Rules 2016 sparked both appreciation and confusion among stakeholders in Indian patent law. This post analyses the controversies and practical challenges arising from the new…
Freedom of expression and Censorship
This post provides a legal analysis of freedom of expression and censorship in Indian cinema, focusing on the CBFC’s role and key judicial decisions. It explores how courts…
The Curious Case of Turmeric Latte
Turmeric latte, rooted in India's haldi doodh, has gained international acclaim but faces issues of bio-piracy and inadequate legal protection. The article analyses India's efforts to defend traditional…
Enfish, LLC v. Microsoft Corporation : A Victory For Software Patents
The Enfish v Microsoft judgment signals a positive shift for software patent eligibility under US law. By recognising a specific technical improvement, the Federal Circuit provided clarity on…
Sony’s use of Emoji: A possible legal dispute
Sony faces a potential trademark and copyright dispute with emoji creator Marco Husges over its animated film The Emoji. The case raises significant questions about the trademarkability of…
ABS Entertainment, Inc. v. CBS Corporation, et al.
The California District Court evaluated copyright infringement allegations involving pre-1972 sound recordings in ABS Entertainment, Inc. v. CBS Corporation. The Court clarified the interplay of federal and state…
Disney and Dalian Engage in Comic Wars
The blog discusses Disney’s legal dispute with Wanda Group over the unauthorized use of comic characters in a Chinese theme park. It highlights key aspects of copyright and…
‘Coca Cola’ Tastes the Feeling of ‘Zero’
Coca-Cola has secured US trademark registration for "zero" after a prolonged legal battle, but without exclusive rights over the term. The decision highlights the complexities of trademark law…
Google’s use of Java APIs in Android – fair use?
The District Court ruled that Google's use of Java APIs in Android falls under fair use, emphasising interoperability. The case has sparked ongoing debate within both open source…