Prime Minister Modi is focusing on strengthening intellectual property rights in India to attract and retain startups. Streamlined patent processes and government-supported legal aid are central to this effort.
Read more about IP a Key Part of PM Modi’s Pitch for Start-ups to Make in India and Stay in IndiaCategory: Intellectual Property
Patents, Compulsory Licensing and Business Strategy
This article explores compulsory licensing in patents under Indian law, focusing on its impact on business strategies and public interest. Through case studies and legal analysis, the article highlights the importance of aligning patent management with India’s unique legal framework.
Read more about Patents, Compulsory Licensing and Business StrategyIntellectual Property (IP) in India: A Decade of Progress Part 15
This post discusses notable registered designs in India’s food, vehicle, and watch sectors, outlining their classification under industrial design law. It provides an objective overview of legal protection for these designs, focusing on practical examples and statutory distinctions.
Read more about Intellectual Property (IP) in India: A Decade of Progress Part 15Happy Eid al-Adha – Biryani Patents
This post examines innovative biryani patents and Eid al-Adha culinary traditions, with a focus on food-related intellectual property. It also addresses Indian GI protection for iconic dishes like Hyderabadi Biryani.
Read more about Happy Eid al-Adha – Biryani PatentsLetter to the PM against Software patenting
A collective letter to the Prime Minister raises critical issues regarding the 2015 software patenting guidelines, citing potential harm to innovation and conflicts with Indian law. The post analyses stakeholder concerns and the legal implications for the Indian software industry.
Read more about Letter to the PM against Software patentingDr. Kalyan delivers the keynote address at Indian Institute of Management – Bangalore’s IP for Start-ups program
Dr. Kalyan was the featured speaker at the recently held “IP for Start-ups” program at the Nadathur S. Raghavan Centre for Entrepreneurial Learning (NSRCEL), Indian...
Read more about Dr. Kalyan delivers the keynote address at Indian Institute of Management – Bangalore’s IP for Start-ups programThe Monkey Returns!
The Monkey Selfie case raises significant questions about authorship and copyright law in the context of animal-created works. Analysing both US and Indian statutes, the post concludes that animals are not entitled to copyright ownership under current law.
Read more about The Monkey Returns!You Are Free to Sing ‘Happy Birthday’ – Warner’s Copyright Claim Rejected
A US court has ruled that Warner/Chappell Music does not hold copyright in the ‘Happy Birthday’ lyrics. The decision places the lyrics in the public domain, allowing their commercial use without royalty concerns.
Read more about You Are Free to Sing ‘Happy Birthday’ – Warner’s Copyright Claim RejectedCan I Use your Photo in my Blog? – Copyright V. Fair Use
The post discusses when using a photograph in a blog may constitute copyright infringement or fall under fair use, with a focus on legal risks for Indian bloggers. It provides practical advice on Creative Commons licensing and image attribution.
Read more about Can I Use your Photo in my Blog? – Copyright V. Fair UseGilead, IPA, Natco & The Bells of Harmony
The post examines the collaboration between Gilead, IPA, and Natco Pharma regarding the sofosbuvir patent in India. It analyses how voluntary licensing and innovative policies are improving access to affordable medicines while balancing public health and patent rights.
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