276 articles
This post explores Mahatma Gandhi's views on exclusivity and intellectual property, emphasising his preference for openness and public welfare. It connects his philosophy to modern open source and…
This post explores the five patentability requirements under Indian law, including subject matter, novelty, inventive step, industrial applicability, and specification. It discusses statutory provisions, key case law, and…
This post evaluates the necessity of statutory licensing of music for broadcasting under Section 31D of the Indian Copyright Act. It argues for a more transparent and accessible…
The post analyses if data mining from the JNU Depot is covered by fair use or educational exemptions under Indian copyright law. It argues that enabling technologies extracting…
This post examines the legal and ethical debate over stem cell patents, contrasting recent European developments with the Indian approach. The analysis highlights the lack of statutory restrictions…
This post examines the legal framework governing copyright licensing in India, highlighting the distinctions between assignments and licenses. It outlines key license types issued by the Copyright Board,…
This post discusses the types of evidence required to establish a trademark as well known in India. It analyses the value of registration certificates, sales turnover, invoices, and…
This post examines compulsory licensing in India, with emphasis on the local working requirement and its interpretation under Indian patent law. It discusses the legal debates surrounding the…
This post discusses whether failing to file the statement of working under Indian patent law justifies the grant of a compulsory license. It objectively analyses statutory provisions and…
This post explores how Indian research institutions can maximise the value of their intellectual property through commercialisation, especially IP licensing. It offers a structured analysis of the opportunities,…