This article presents detailed Indian patent statistics, interesting new inventions, and updates on the draft Patent Office Manual and the National Policy on Software Products. It also covers…
Intellepedia · 4 Mar 2019
The article provides an analytical review of book publishing contracts, emphasising copyright ownership, royalty structures, and negotiation strategies for Indian writers. It offers practical insights for authors to…
Dr. Kalyan Kankanala · 1 Mar 2019
The post examines India’s draft e-commerce policy, Bollywood’s quick move to register patriotic film titles, and legal issues surrounding Spotify’s launch in India. It also details updates on…
Intellepedia · 1 Mar 2019
The National eCommerce Policy Draft sets out key proposals for regulating Indian eCommerce marketplaces. It addresses FDI, data protection, IP enforcement, and consumer protection, aiming to create a…
Dr. Kalyan Kankanala · 28 Feb 2019
The post examines recent developments in Indian and international trademark law, including the Lifebuoy trademark victory, ITC's GI infringement case, and Samsung’s ongoing legal challenges. It provides structured…
Intellepedia · 27 Feb 2019
The National e-commerce Policy Draft sets out comprehensive legal and regulatory measures for India's digital trade sector. It addresses data protection, fair competition, and export promotion, aiming to…
Intellepedia · 27 Feb 2019
BananaIP provides a legal analysis of the Draft Intermediary Rules, 2018, identifying ambiguities and recommending clarifications. The post offers structured suggestions to improve intermediary accountability and regulatory compliance.
Intellepedia · 26 Feb 2019
This update provides a detailed analysis of Indian patent statistics, recent patent grants, and notable invention disclosures. It also covers plant patentability discussions at the EPO, the IPR…
Intellepedia · 25 Feb 2019
The post analyses Amazon’s eBook licensing practices in India, arguing that they contravene Section 33 of the Copyright Act by effectively running a licensing business without registration as…
Dr. Kalyan Kankanala · 25 Feb 2019
Overlapping IP protection has become common, leading to both expanded rights for owners and reduced benefits for the public. This post analyses the Indian legal framework and calls…
Intellepedia · 24 Feb 2019