Cease and desist notice to Snapdeal
Nalli issued a cease and desist notice to Snapdeal for alleged unauthorised use of its trademark and images. The incident highlights ongoing legal debates concerning the liability of…
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IIMB’s Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) Initiative: Bringing college to you!
IIMB’s IIMBx MOOCs initiative offers free, high-quality management courses to a broad audience, addressing barriers to top-tier education in India. The programme leverages technology and expert faculty, setting…
Google’s Patent Appeal Rejected by the U.S. Supreme Court
The US Supreme Court has declined to hear Google’s patent appeal involving its Street View technology. This decision upholds a Federal Circuit ruling on patent infringement and sends…
Geographical Indication Registration of Basmati Rice
This post provides a detailed account of the legal and procedural developments in the Geographical Indication registration of Basmati rice in India. It covers APEDA's efforts, opposition from…
The Case of Indian Intellectual Property – Misplaced Perception
This article analyses how Indian intellectual property is perceived internationally, especially by the United States, and assesses India’s progress over the past decade. It highlights the importance of…
“Digital Content, Intellectual Property and Innovation”- A talk by Prof. David D. Friedman
Prof. David D. Friedman’s lecture at IIM Bangalore examined the challenges of copyright enforcement and intellectual property protection in the digital age. He discussed technological, legal, and economic…
Get Dressed Up for Yoga Day: Patented Yoga Products
The article highlights patented yoga products ideal for Yoga Day, focusing on unique inventions like meditation robes, padded pants, sandals, and towels. It provides an objective overview of…
You (don’t) sow what you reap : Monsanto Corporation and Patent Enforcement
This article explores Monsanto's enforcement of patents on genetically engineered seeds and the unintended consequences for farmers. It analyses court cases, highlights the challenges of patent infringement in…
The Amazing Race: US and India Patent Statistics
This post examines US and India patent statistics for major technology companies in early 2015. It highlights key trends in granted and published patents, offering insights into the…
Copyright V. Privacy – Flash, Airtel, GitHub and Tejesh
This post explores the legal clash between copyright and privacy in the context of Airtel’s 3G code controversy involving Flash Networks and GitHub. It analyses both copyright and…
Copyright Dispute between Music Publishers
This post analyses the legal dispute between Bourne Co and Boosey & Co over the copyright and publishing rights to 'These Foolish Things.' The case highlights complex issues…
Filing a PCT Application in India? Get your FFL ready!
Filing a PCT application in India demands strict adherence to Section 39 of the Patents Act, including obtaining a Foreign Filing License. This post explains the procedural requirements…