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Roche loses again

The Indian Patent Office has revoked Roche’s Valganciclovir patent, emphasizing Section 3d and public interest. This decision strengthens access to medicines in India and curbs evergreening by pharmaceutical companies.

Intellectual Property (IP) in India: A Decade of Progress Part 7

The post provides a decade-long analysis of plant variety registrations in India under the PPVFR Act. It highlights annual trends, major legislative milestones, and the inclusion of farmers’ varieties in the registration process.

Zara Trademark Saga: History Repeats Itself

The Zara trademark saga demonstrates how Indian courts protect well-known trademarks against brand name misuse, even across different industries. The Delhi High Court’s decision reinforces the critical role of names in intellectual property disputes.

Intellectual Property (IP) in India: A Decade of Progress Part 6

This article reviews statistics on industrial design filings in India over the past decade, with reference to the Designs Act 2000. It provides an objective analysis of trends, legislative context, and the role of the Patent Office Kolkata in design registration.

Did China Copy Disney’s famous track?

China’s 2022 Winter Olympics song has drawn criticism for its striking similarity to Disney’s Let It Go, raising fresh concerns about copyright enforcement. The post analyses the plagiarism allegations and situates them within China’s broader intellectual property challenges.

Intellectual Property (IP) in India: A Decade of Progress Part 5

This post examines ten years of Geographical Indications filings and registrations in India, focusing on trends, state-wise data, and compliance with international obligations. It provides a factual analysis of the GI regime’s progress and key statistics since the implementation of the Indian GI Act.

Nike ‘JUMPMAN’ NOT a Copy

The Nike Jumpman logo was challenged in court by photographer Jacobus Rentmeester, who alleged copyright infringement. The court found notable differences between the images and dismissed the claim, concluding that Nike did not copy Rentmeester’s photograph.

Mahindra’s Patent Force Fuels the Fire of Genius

Mahindra Research Valley has become pivotal in expanding Mahindra’s patent portfolio and fostering innovation in the automotive sector. Recent initiatives underscore the company’s commitment to intellectual property and the recognition of its inventors.

Intellectual Property (IP) in India: A Decade of Progress Part 4

This post examines a decade of patent filing statistics across Indian states, highlighting Maharashtra’s leading position. It offers a structured analysis of regional trends in intellectual property creation, reflecting the evolving landscape of innovation in India.

Data Protection Battle that Facebook Inc. lost

The New York court’s decision on Facebook’s challenge to search warrants highlights significant legal issues around data protection and privacy rights. The ruling addresses the balance between criminal investigations and constitutional protections for social media users.