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…
Dr. Kalyan Kankanala · 25 Jul 2019
Tesla’s open source patent move sparks debate on its true motivations and long-term impact. This article examines the environmental, business, and strategic angles behind Elon Musk’s decision, providing…
Intellepedia · 25 Jul 2019
This post analyses the rise and regulation of patent medicines, trademarked drug compounds popular in the 18th and 19th centuries. It examines their societal impact, the dangers they…
Intellepedia · 25 Jul 2019
This post examines India's transition to a TRIPS-compliant patent regime, focusing on Exclusive Marketing Rights and the Mailbox Provision. It outlines legislative changes that facilitated the shift from…
Intellepedia · 25 Jul 2019
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…
Dr. Kalyan Kankanala · 25 Jul 2019
The article explores how excessive success of a trademark can lead to its genericization, undermining its legal protection. It analyses Indian and international legal frameworks and provides notable…
Intellepedia · 25 Jul 2019
The Delhi High Court addressed the trademark dispute between MUCOSOLVIN and MUCOSOLVAN, focusing on their deceptive similarity and consumer confusion. The judgment provides key insights into trademark protection…
Intellepedia · 25 Jul 2019
This post concludes the series on protecting creative concepts in India's entertainment industry. It examines key legal cases affirming that breaches of confidentiality in sharing ideas are actionable…
Intellepedia · 25 Jul 2019
India’s membership in the Madrid Protocol simplifies and reduces the cost of international trademark filings. The Protocol provides Indian applicants with a unified process to secure trademark protection…
Intellepedia · 25 Jul 2019
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…
Intellepedia · 25 Jul 2019