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Fly Like Superman

This post examines John Quincy St Clair’s patent application for a full body teleportation system. It explores the inventor’s experience, the technical claims, and the broader legal implications of human teleportation technology.

Intellectual Property Protection for Computer Programs – Part I

This post explores the legal complexities of protecting computer programs under intellectual property law, particularly copyright and patent regimes. It outlines the challenges and the urgent need for a more practical legal mechanism in India.

Idea Expression Dichotomy

This post discusses the legal concept of idea expression dichotomy, highlighting how copyright distinguishes between ideas and their unique expression. It offers an analytical overview of the evolution of literary ownership and the criteria for copyright infringement under Indian law.

Grounds for Refusal of Trademark Registration – Part III

Section 9(3) sets out absolute grounds for refusal of trademark registration concerning the shape of goods in India. This post analyses the legal barriers to registering shapes as trademarks, ensuring clarity on what is excluded and why.

Where Some see a Wheel, Others See a Wheel of Fortune!

Hridayeshwar Singh Bhati, a young innovator from Jaipur, patented a six-player chess game at age ten, overcoming significant challenges. His circular chess board design demonstrates both creative ingenuity and the importance of inclusive game design in India.

Licensing Copyrights in India

This post examines the legal framework governing copyright licensing in India, highlighting the distinctions between assignments and licenses. It outlines key license types issued by the Copyright Board, as provided under the Copyright Act, 1957.

Patent Filing Essentials

This post summarises the key requirements for filing a patent in India, including eligibility, timing, and procedural steps. It highlights essential documents and legal considerations for inventors seeking patent protection.

Case Study – Trademark for Film Titles

This article examines the trademark protection of film titles in India, highlighting legal requirements and judicial precedents. It addresses the significance of secondary meaning and the impact of key court decisions on enforcing film title trademarks.

Delhi HC Interprets the Date of Grant of Patent

The Delhi High Court clarified that a patent is granted on the date the Controller issues a formal order, which determines the timeline for pre-grant oppositions. This decision provides important clarity on the interpretation of Section 25 of the Patents Act for Indian patent practitioners.

Version Recordings & Cover Versions – Part IV: Notes on Copyright Amendment, 2012

This post examines the Copyright Amendment, 2012, particularly the statutory licensing regime for cover versions under Section 31C. It discusses the legal requirements for making version recordings and the implications for authors and producers.