Abraham Lincoln – the Patent Enthusiast!
Abraham Lincoln, famed for abolishing slavery, was also an inventor and the only US president to hold a patent. His flotation device for boats highlights his interest in…
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Ideas, Concepts, Scripts & Stories – Protecting Ideas in the Entertainment Industry Part IV
This post explores the legal protection of ideas and concepts in the entertainment industry through a significant Indian case. It analyses how breach of confidence and copyright law…
Pepsodent’s Attaaaack on Colgate Continues
The Delhi High Court declined Colgate's request for an interim injunction against Pepsodent's comparative advertisements. The Court analysed trademark, advertising, and competition law, clarifying the legal boundaries of…
Introduction to Well-Known Trademarks and Trademark Dilution
The post explores well-known trademarks and the different forms of trademark dilution under Indian and international law. It discusses statutory definitions, key criteria, and legal distinctions relevant to…
Why do Inventors Invent?
This post explores what motivates Indian inventors, highlighting that most are driven by non-financial reasons rather than financial incentives. Based on research among R and D professionals, it…
Finally, the Paternity of the Radio is Questioned
This post examines the patent dispute between Nikola Tesla and Marconi over the invention of the radio. It provides a legal and historical analysis of the controversy, highlighting…
India up five spots in GII 2019, Vodafone joins LTE patent pool, Natco Pharma in Delhi High Court and more
This edition reports on Indian patent and design statistics, India's progress in the Global Innovation Index, and legal updates such as Natco Pharma’s relief in the Delhi High…
Let’s Scrutinize Barcodes a Bit
This post analyses the historical development of barcodes, from their inception to their role in modern retail. It discusses key innovators and the technological milestones that led to…
Ideas, Concepts, Scripts & Stories – Protecting Ideas in the Entertainment Industry Part III
This post examines the Zee Telefilms vs Sundial Communications case, highlighting how Indian courts address breach of confidentiality claims in the entertainment sector. It discusses the legal standards…
Foreign Filing Intimation to Indian Patent Office
This post examines the obligation for Indian patent applicants to disclose foreign filings under section 8 of the Patents Act, 1970. It analyses recent case law and stresses…