IP for Start-ups: An NSRCEL-IIMB event
NSRCEL at IIM Bangalore hosted a panel on intellectual property for startups, focusing on practical IP management and business strategies. The event brought together leading experts to discuss…
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IP, Patents for Start-ups and Entrepreneurs (Part VIII): IP Protection Checklist
This checklist details the fundamental IP protection steps every Indian start-up should consider, from patents to trade secrets and legal agreements. Start-ups are advised to treat this as…
New Computer Related Inventions Guidelines
The Indian Patent Office has replaced earlier provisions with new Guidelines for Computer Related Inventions, clarifying patentability criteria under section 3k of the Patents Act. The Guidelines provide…
Importance of IP For Start-ups and Entrepreneurs (Part VII): Raising Funds from VCs and Investors in India
The post discusses the significance of IP for startups in India when raising funds from venture capitalists and investors. It outlines key challenges and practical steps for startups…
Importance of IP For Start-ups and Entrepreneurs (Part VI): IP Risks
Start-ups frequently overlook the risks posed by third-party intellectual property, which can threaten their business viability. This post outlines practical steps for entrepreneurs to identify and mitigate IP…
Intellectual Property (IP) in India: A Decade of Progress Part 10
The Traditional Knowledge Digital Library has played a pivotal role in India’s efforts to safeguard traditional knowledge from bio-piracy. This post outlines TKDL’s major milestones and its impartial…
Importance of IP For Start-ups and Entrepreneurs (Part V): Copyrights
Copyright protection is vital for startups and entrepreneurs to secure original works and gain business advantages under Indian law. This post discusses steps for compliance, the benefits of…
Clash of the Titans: Tata Indigo vs. Indigo Airlines, the trademark saga continues
This post analyses the trademark conflict between Tata Indigo and IndiGo Airlines, focusing on the legal grounds of opposition and the history of coexistence in the Indian market.…
IP, Patents for Start-ups and Entrepreneurs IV – Trade Secrets and Confidential Information
The post discusses essential strategies for protecting trade secrets and confidential information in startups. It covers legal agreements, security measures, and appropriate documentation to safeguard business interests. Practical…
India Claims Patents
India’s Traditional Knowledge Digital Library has become a crucial tool in preventing foreign patent claims on traditional medical knowledge and practices. Through CSIR-TKDL, India has successfully protected its…
IP, Patents for Start-ups and Entrepreneurs III – Patents
Patents provide Indian technology startups with essential exclusivity and investor appeal. This post analyses patent filing strategies, including provisional, complete, and PCT applications, helping entrepreneurs make informed decisions.…
Intellectual Property (IP) in India: A Decade of Progress Part 9
This post analyses patent application and grant statistics across various fields in India from 2008 to 2014. It highlights trends and developments in the Indian intellectual property landscape…