Indian IP Laws to Protect Traditional Culture and Folklore
This post examines the complexities of using Indian IP laws to protect traditional culture and folklore. It offers a structured legal analysis of policy options and the balance…
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Cross-Border Patent Protection
Patent protection is territorial, so applicants must file in each country where rights are needed. This post outlines routes for cross-border patent protection, including direct filing, Paris Convention,…
Kylie Jenner File Trademark for Nail Products, Yoohoo Animated Series in Russia, Marayur Jaggery Receives GI Tag and Other News
The latest bulletin reviews Indian and global trademark news, focusing on statistics, legal rulings, and new trademark filings. Notable updates include court decisions, brand licensing initiatives, and the…
The Right Time and Means to Publish a Patent Application
This article discusses the legal timeline and methods for publishing a patent application in India. It covers statutory requirements, exceptions, early publication, and the implications for applicants and…
Denial of Opportunity to be Heard Violates Principle of Natural Justice
The IPAB set aside a patent rejection after finding that Ericsson was denied a proper opportunity to be heard. The decision reaffirms that natural justice is central to…
“Children, Don’t Just Invent, File Patents!”
The post celebrates Children’s Day by showcasing Sydney Dittman, a young inventor who patented an aid for disabled individuals. It emphasises the value of patenting children’s inventions and…
Reverse Engineering is Legitimated by Reason: Sega v. Accolade
This post examines Sega v Accolade, a pivotal case on reverse engineering and copyright law. It discusses how courts balanced fair use with copyright protection, highlighting the rationale…
Batmobile – Supercar or Character?
The Batmobile copyright case explores whether this iconic vehicle is protectable as a character under US law. The dispute between DC Comics and Mark Towle highlights the intersection…
Patent War: Is the US Arm-twisting India?
This post examines the ongoing India US patent dispute, focusing on TRIPS compliance and contentious issues in pharmaceutical and software patents. It analyses whether US pressure may result…
Patently Asia – A Drug War!
This post analyses Japanese patents on kratom-derived painkillers and their roots in Southeast Asian traditional medicine. It raises questions on innovation, intellectual property, and the absence of benefit…