Traditional Knowledge: Use or Misuse?
This post scrutinises allegations of traditional knowledge misuse in the Colgate herbal dentifrice patent case. It provides an objective legal perspective on patentability, policy measures, and the role…
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Another Patent Granted Over Medicinal Value of Cow’s Urine
CSIR has obtained a US patent for a composition derived from cow’s urine, aimed at protecting and repairing DNA from oxidative damage. This development showcases the integration of…
Can a Method of Performing Yoga be Patented?
This post discusses whether methods of performing yoga can be patented in India, considering both legal and practical barriers. It highlights the interplay between traditional knowledge and patent…
A Round table on “Protection of Traditional Knowledge / Traditional Cultural Expression – Evolving a Sui-Generis Model for India
The post examines India’s evolving legal approach to protecting traditional knowledge through a sui generis model, highlighting the 2009 draft bill. It outlines the bill’s provisions, governance mechanisms,…
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…
Intellectual Property and Yoga Massage
The post explores how intellectual property law applies to creative yoga massage techniques, with insights from practitioners and a review of relevant patent filings. It highlights the limited…
Fundamentals of Intellectual Property – Presentation by Dr. Kalyan C. Kankanala at UPES School of Law
The following presentation titled “Fundamentals of Intellectual Property” is part of the Patent Law and Practice Program being taught by the BananaIP Team to the B.tech-LLB Students of UPES School…
The Curious Case of Turmeric Latte
Turmeric latte, rooted in India's haldi doodh, has gained international acclaim but faces issues of bio-piracy and inadequate legal protection. The article analyses India's efforts to defend traditional…
National IPR Policy: Geographical Indications Related Objectives
This article examines the National IPR Policy's approach to Geographical Indications in India, focusing on awareness, registration, and commercialization. It discusses administrative reforms and strategies for supporting GI…
National IPR Policy – Traditional Knowledge Related Objectives
The National IPR Policy focuses on protecting traditional knowledge through awareness, legal measures, and digitisation. It emphasizes safeguarding India’s diverse heritage and supporting innovation by traditional knowledge holders.