Copyright Board to be constituted soon……or not so soon?
The Delhi High Court has ordered the urgent reconstitution of the Copyright Board in India, citing statutory requirements for judicial representation under the Copyright Act 2012. This article…
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IPR and Access to Affordable Medicines: How affordable are We?
This post examines the complex interaction between intellectual property rights and access to affordable medicines in India. It provides a legal analysis of policy challenges and judicial decisions,…
CGPDT and DSLSA join hands to dispose of pending IP disputes
The CGPDT and DSLSA have partnered to address the backlog of IP disputes in India, focusing on efficient resolution through mediation and commercial courts. These initiatives are intended…
Happy Women’s Day – An invention that made all the ‘difference’.
This post celebrates International Women’s Day by spotlighting Augusta Ada Lovelace’s groundbreaking work in computer science. Her achievements exemplify the potential and progress of women in science and…
EBook Price Fixing is Anti-Competitive – Apple’s Appeal Rejected by US Supreme Court
Apple and several major publishers were held liable for ebook price fixing in the US, with Apple’s final appeal rejected by the Supreme Court. The judgment underscores antitrust…
EU Court rules against Mercedes-Benz: No Trade mark Infringement for Online Advertisements.
The EU Court held that Mercedes-Benz trademark infringement did not occur when online ads persisted despite the dealer’s efforts to remove them. The decision clarifies that liability for…
Women’s Day (Patent) Series- The women behind the invention of Kevlar
Stephanie Kwolek's innovation of Kevlar marked a turning point in material science and personal protection. Her patented discovery not only transformed safety gear but also underscored the vital…
Women’s Day Series: The woman behind the syringe patent
Letitia Mumford Geer's 1899 syringe patent marked a pivotal moment in the development of medical devices. Her innovative one-handed design continues to inspire modern syringes, enhancing both usability…
IP Licensing -A Presentation by Dr. Kalyan C. Kankanala at IIMB
The following presentation was delivered by Dr. Kalyan C. Kankanala, Managing Partner BananaIP Counsels, at the Indian Institute of Management , Bangalore. The presentation is titled “Intellectual Property (IP) Licensing” and…
Women’s Day Series: A patent that made your long drives more comfortable
Margaret A Wilcox’s car heater patent in 1893 marked a major advancement in automotive comfort. The post highlights both the technical details of her invention and the historic…
Women’s Day Series: Mary Anderson – Patentee of clear vision.
Mary Anderson’s patented invention of the windshield wiper in 1903 revolutionised automotive safety, despite initial scepticism from manufacturers. Her story exemplifies the significant yet often overlooked role of…
One IP issue out of OSS Community’s way – SCO Vs. IBM Litigation Ends
The SCO vs IBM litigation, a landmark IP dispute for the open source community, has reached its conclusion. The case shaped legal approaches to OSS and highlighted the…