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The NLSIU conference examines the Marrakesh Treaty and Indian copyright law, focusing on improving access to works for persons with disabilities. Experts and stakeholders discuss legal provisions, implications,…
Unwired Planet has won the first round in a UK patent dispute against Samsung and Huawei over LTE standard essential patents. The ruling addresses both technical infringement and…
The Indian Copyright Act provides specific exceptions for making works accessible to the blind and disabled, including fair dealing and compulsory licensing provisions. These enable permitted adaptations and…
This article discusses how broad software patents, especially in cloud computing, make the sector vulnerable to patent trolls in India. The complexities of divided and joint infringement are…
The Bombay High Court examined the requirements for passing off a descriptive trademark in Pidilite Industries vs Vilas Nemichand Jain. The Court held that plaintiffs must prove both…
The Bombay High Court held that using 'Indian Express' in a different script amounts to trademark infringement, protecting the mark’s well-known status. The judgment clarifies the interplay between…
The Marrakesh Treaty introduces essential copyright exceptions to improve access to published works for the blind and visually impaired. While limited in scope, it represents a notable advancement…
The Draft Trademark (Amendment) Rules, 2015 propose major changes to Indian trademark law, including increased filing fees and fewer application forms. While the streamlined process is welcome, expanded…
This article examines crucial clauses in a digital license agreement for creative works in India, focusing on representations, term, termination, and intellectual property rights. It provides guidance on…
The doctrine of merger prevents copyright protection when an idea and its expression are indistinguishable. Courts in India and abroad apply this principle to maintain the balance between…
This analysis examines statutory licensing for cover versions under Section 31C of the Indian Copyright Act. It discusses the legal framework, procedural requirements, and royalty obligations for creating…
This article discusses the legal debate over the copyright status of Anne Frank's diary and the Anne Frank Foundation's attempt to extend its protection by naming Otto Frank…