DIPP Discusses Standard Essential Patents , Comments invited. (Part 1)
DIPP has published a discussion paper on standard essential patents and FRAND terms, seeking stakeholder input on key policy and legal issues. This post provides an overview of…
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Selling Genuine GI: A GoI Initiative.
The Government of India is exploring ecommerce to enhance the sale and reach of authentic geographical indication products. This initiative aims to empower GI producers and ensure consumers…
What a bright idea!
Researchers from the Indian Institute of Science have developed an eco-friendly salt water battery lamp. This innovation offers a cost-effective solution for electricity generation, especially in regions lacking…
Copyright Board to be constituted soon……or not so soon?
The Delhi High Court has ordered the urgent reconstitution of the Copyright Board in India, citing statutory requirements for judicial representation under the Copyright Act 2012. This article…
IPR and Access to Affordable Medicines: How affordable are We?
This post examines the complex interaction between intellectual property rights and access to affordable medicines in India. It provides a legal analysis of policy challenges and judicial decisions,…
CGPDT and DSLSA join hands to dispose of pending IP disputes
The CGPDT and DSLSA have partnered to address the backlog of IP disputes in India, focusing on efficient resolution through mediation and commercial courts. These initiatives are intended…
Happy Women’s Day – An invention that made all the ‘difference’.
This post celebrates International Women’s Day by spotlighting Augusta Ada Lovelace’s groundbreaking work in computer science. Her achievements exemplify the potential and progress of women in science and…
EBook Price Fixing is Anti-Competitive – Apple’s Appeal Rejected by US Supreme Court
Apple and several major publishers were held liable for ebook price fixing in the US, with Apple’s final appeal rejected by the Supreme Court. The judgment underscores antitrust…
EU Court rules against Mercedes-Benz: No Trade mark Infringement for Online Advertisements.
The EU Court held that Mercedes-Benz trademark infringement did not occur when online ads persisted despite the dealer’s efforts to remove them. The decision clarifies that liability for…
Women’s Day (Patent) Series- The women behind the invention of Kevlar
Stephanie Kwolek's innovation of Kevlar marked a turning point in material science and personal protection. Her patented discovery not only transformed safety gear but also underscored the vital…