Copyright Vs Design Protection: Supreme Court’s Purely Artistic and Functional Utility Tests

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In a recent decision, the Supreme Court in Cryogas Equipment Private Limited v. Inox India Limited affirmed the Gujarat High Court’s decision rejecting an application...

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Delhi High Court Protects Hindware’s Trademark and Design Rights

The Delhi High Court has issued interim injunctions in favour of Hindware, restraining alleged trademark and design infringement by B.S. Tiles & Ors. The case highlights the court’s approach to safeguarding intellectual property in the sanitaryware sector.

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2024 IP Report Indicates Increase in Patent and Design Filings with India Among Key Contributors

The 2024 WIPO IP report shows that patent and design filings have risen globally, with India emerging as a major contributor. Indian resident patent filings surpassed non-residents for the first time, highlighting increased local innovation and engagement.

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Pidilite Contains Astral from infringing its Container Design

The Bombay High Court has restrained Astral from infringing Pidilite’s registered container design, finding substantial similarity and upholding the design’s novelty and distinctiveness. The judgment clarifies key aspects of visual appeal and prior publication in Indian design law.

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Indian Patent and Design Statistics 2024 (February 2nd to 9th)

This report reviews Indian patent and design statistics for February 2nd to 9th, 2024, detailing trends in applications, grants, and regional distributions. It offers factual analysis for IP professionals, compiled by BananaIP’s legal experts.

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Generative AI (GenAI), Business and Intellectual Property

This post analyses the challenges and opportunities in protecting and enforcing intellectual property for generative AI inventions. Dr. Kalyan C. Kankanala offers structured guidance on leveraging IP for AI startups within the current legal context.

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Recent IP Case Insights – Trademark and Copyright Trends

This article presents a concise analysis of recent IP case law from the Delhi High Court, focusing on trademark and copyright trends. The summaries clarify complex legal issues and illustrate practical implications for professionals and enthusiasts in the field.

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