Your Book or Mine – Writers’ Moral Rights: Copyrights and Writers Part 10
The post discusses the legal framework for writers’ moral rights in India, focusing on the rights to paternity and integrity under copyright law. It also explores the impact…
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Patent Statistics, Interesting Inventions, New Draft Manual of Patent Office Practice and Procedure, National Policy on Software Products and more
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…
Reading Between The Lines- Book Publishing Contracts: Copyrights and Writers Part 9
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…
E-Commerce Policy, Rush for Patriotic Movie Titles, Spotify in India, and more.
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…
Regulating eCommerce Marketplaces: Proposals in the National eCommerce Policy Draft
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…
Samsung in Trouble over Smartwatches, Lifebuoy Trademark Victory, ITC Wins GI Infringement Case and Other News
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…
National e-commerce Policy Draft
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…
BananaIP’s Comments on the Draft Intermediary Rules, 2018
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.
Patent statistics, Micro Spy Robots, Conference on IPR for Global Business, EPO discusses plant patentability, Webinar on Technology Transfer by EPO and other Weekly Patent News updates
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…
Kindle eBooks, Amazon and Business of Licensing: Section 33 Non-Compliance?
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…