Apple’s Smart Ring could be on the horizon
Apple has patented a smart ring device equipped with touchscreen, voice control, and biometric sensors, aiming to expand its wearable technology portfolio. The device, if commercialized, could enable…
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Intellectual Property (IP) in India: A Decade of Progress Part 16
This post examines ten years of intellectual property litigation statistics in India, focusing on patent, trademark, and copyright decisions by the Supreme Court and High Courts. The analysis…
Voices and Celebrity Rights – Furlenco, Amitabh, Arvind, and Arnab
The article explores whether Furlenco’s use of celebrity-like voices in advertisements infringes publicity rights under Indian law. It analyses legal exemptions and the complexities in determining fair use…
Trade Marks and Publicity Rights PPT by Dr. Kalyan C. Kankanala at GNLU
This presentation was delivered by Dr. Kalyan C. Kankanala at the Gujarat National Law University (GNLU) as part of the entertainment law course offered to LLB students. It…
Copyright and Entertainment-PPT by Dr. Kalyan C. Kankanala at GNLU
This presentation on copyright law and its relevance to the entertainment industry was delivered by Dr. Kalyan C. Kankanala at the Gujarat National Law University (GNLU) as part…
Entertainment Law – IP and Entertainment PPT by Dr. Kalyan C. Kankanala at GNLU
This presentation on intellectual property and the entertainment industry was delivered by Dr. Kalyan C. Kankanala at the Gujarat National Law University (GNLU) as part of the entertainment…
Merck v. Glenmark – A Bitter Battle of Pills
The Delhi High Court restrained Glenmark from manufacturing and marketing generic versions of Merck’s patented antidiabetic drugs. This case underscores key principles of Indian patent law and the…
Doordarshan in legal trouble
The Delhi High Court issued an interim injunction against Doordarshan for copyright and moral rights infringement in the Ghubar-e-Khatir series. The judgment underscores the importance of upholding contractual…
What a Wonderful World!
The article discusses Google and Microsoft’s decision to resolve all pending patent disputes, signalling a shift towards collaboration in the technology sector. This development is analysed within the…
Indian National IP Policy Update
The Indian National IP Policy is expected soon, with stakeholders expressing optimism for a clear and effective framework. Experts urge the policy to support innovation, protect interests, and…
The GI battle for Rasgulla
Odisha and West Bengal are contesting the origin and GI status of Rasgulla, with both states presenting cultural and historical claims. The legal dispute underscores the complexities of…
Use Donald Trump’s name, and ‘You’re fired!’
The Trump Organization recently targeted a website for using Donald Trump’s name in its domain, alleging cybersquatting under US law. This reflects Trump’s ongoing legal strategy to protect…