Weapon in the hands of Police?
The Indian Government has launched an IPR toolkit to assist police in enforcing intellectual property rights. This scheme, led by CIPAM and FICCI, is part of the National…
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Landmark Copyright-related Events in the year 2016- Part 2
The post provides an overview of landmark copyright law events in India during 2016, including notable court decisions and regulatory actions. It highlights disputes, judicial clarifications, and policy…
Landmark Copyright-related Events in the year 2016- Part I
This post examines key copyright law events in India during 2016, focusing on judicial restrictions on copyright societies and the influential DU photocopy case. It provides an analytical…
World’s Best IP Blogs – 2016
This article features the top ten intellectual property blogs of 2016, evaluated on multiple objective parameters. It provides concise introductions to each blog and highlights trends in the…
Indian Patent Highlights, 2016 – Patent Office, Patent Procedure and Patent Rules
2016 marked a period of significant change for Indian patent law, with major procedural reforms and policy updates. Key highlights include the Patent (Amendment) Rules, new examination procedures,…
Patent Wish List – 2017
This post outlines key improvements desired for the Indian patent system in 2017, including efficient examination, clearer amendment rules, and greater transparency. It also recommends provisions for reviving…
PayPal and Paytm Trademark Dispute
The PayPal and Paytm trademark dispute centres on alleged similarities in their logos and the potential for consumer confusion under Indian trademark law. This analysis explores the legal…
A Presentation on “Basics of Specification Drafting” by Mr. Somashekar Ramakrishna delivered at NLSIU
The following presentation titled “Basics of Specification Drafting”, was delivered on 18th December, 2016 by Mr. Somashekar Ramakrishna, Senior Partner, BananaIP Counsels, at National Law School of India…
Improved IPO process, their impact and the way forward
The Indian Patent Office has implemented significant reforms to enhance process efficiency and reduce pendency in patent and trademark matters. This analysis examines the impact of these improvements…
Patenting Software-related Inventions
This post analyses recent US legal decisions shaping software patent eligibility, focusing on the Alice test and key Federal Circuit rulings. It offers practical insights into how software…