The Madras High Court lifted an injunction on a tractor-forklift design, finding the design not new or original under Indian law. The case highlights the requirements for design registration and addresses the boundaries of industrial design protection.
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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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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.
Read more about Indian Patent and Design Statistics 2024 (February 2nd to 9th)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.
Read more about Generative AI (GenAI), Business and Intellectual PropertyIndian Design Statistics Report – 2023
The Indian Design Statistics Report 2023 presents a comprehensive overview of design registration growth in India over the past five years. The findings reveal a consistent upward trend, underscoring increased innovation and aesthetic design filings.
Read more about Indian Design Statistics Report – 2023Recent 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.
Read more about Recent IP Case Insights – Trademark and Copyright TrendsIndian IP Office Updates: IPR Newsletter, WIPO Tool, and More
The Indian IP Office has recently released several key updates, including a new IPR newsletter, the WIPO IP Diagnostic tool for Indian users, and extended deadlines for agent exams. These initiatives underscore the office’s commitment to transparency and stakeholder engagement in the evolving IP landscape.
Read more about Indian IP Office Updates: IPR Newsletter, WIPO Tool, and MoreManual of Designs Practice and Procedure : BananaIP’s Comments and Suggestions
BananaIP Counsels provides detailed feedback on the Manual of Designs Practice and Procedure, covering classification, UI/UX registration, and accessibility. The suggestions aim to enhance clarity and efficiency in Indian design law.
Read more about Manual of Designs Practice and Procedure : BananaIP’s Comments and SuggestionsDeciphering India’s Design Law: A Series on Noteworthy Judgments (Part 3)
This post reviews significant judgments shaping India’s design law, covering issues of novelty, marking, and payment for design services. It offers objective, analytical insights into recent court decisions relevant to the design patent landscape.
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This post examines significant Indian judgments on design law, including cases on infringement and registrability. It offers objective analysis to guide legal practitioners and stakeholders.
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