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Temporary Injunction Cases

This post examines two landmark Indian cases where courts declined temporary injunctions in patent infringement suits. The judgments clarify the principles guiding interim relief, including the need for a prima facie case and a favourable balance of convenience.

Patenting Inventions by Researchers in Universities

This article outlines essential legal guidelines for patenting inventions by university researchers in India. It discusses IP ownership, university policies, and the significance of correctly naming co-inventors in patent applications.

Temporary Injunction – F. Hoffmann-LA Roche Vs. Cipla

The Court refused a temporary injunction in the Roche vs Cipla patent dispute, highlighting non-disclosure, validity challenges, and public interest considerations. This analysis discusses the legal principles applied and the balance between patent rights and access to essential medicines.

Public Access to TKDL under an Open Source Model

This article explores the proposal to provide public access to the Traditional Knowledge Digital Library using an open source model. It assesses the legal foundations, strengths, and challenges of such an approach, emphasising benefit sharing and protection for traditional knowledge holders.

First IP dialogue between India and US, Broadcom versus Volkswagen, Sony and Lenovo patent licensing deal, EPO Joins WIPO’s Digital Access Service and more

The post covers the first ever India US IP dialogue, highlighting key bilateral discussions on intellectual property policy. It also reports on notable patent disputes, licensing agreements, and significant updates from Indian and international patent offices.

Patenting a Food Recipe?

This post analyses the patentability of food recipes in India, focusing on exclusions under section 3 of the Indian Patent Act. It explores when a food recipe may qualify for patent protection and provides relevant examples from patent classification systems.

Is a Method of Massaging Patentable subject matter?

The post analyses whether massage methods can be patented in India, highlighting the distinction between non-medical and medical methods under Section 3(i) of the Patents Act. It references UK practice and suggests the Indian Patent Office may follow similar standards in the absence of direct precedents.

Waiving Moral Rights Can Be Moral

This analysis explores whether moral rights can be waived under different legal systems, with a focus on Indian copyright law. The issue remains unsettled by legislation and case law, making contractual terms and author status pivotal.

Value of Intellectual Property for Music Bands

This post explores the legal value of intellectual property for music bands in India, with an emphasis on trademark and copyright protection. It outlines essential registration procedures and the importance of enforcing rights to maximise revenue and avoid infringement.

TRAI Act Prevails over Copyright, Netflix sued for copyright infringement, ToH deal with Google and more.

The Supreme Court has clarified that the TRAI Act takes precedence over copyright law in matters of public interest, impacting TV channel pricing. The post also covers ongoing copyright disputes, updates in sports broadcasting rights, and innovative licensing deals in the entertainment sector.