Section 31D of the Copyright Amendment Act, 2012, provides statutory licensing for broadcasting published literary and musical works in India. The post clarifies that this provision mainly applies to radio, with limited scope for television broadcasters, and excludes synchronization licenses.
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This post explores whether patent trolling itself can be patented, focusing on a recent USPTO application. It provides a structured legal analysis of the patentability of business methods and the implications for intellectual property law.
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Vinay Mehta’s VENTiT pizza box revolutionises food packaging by addressing the common problem of soggy pizza. Through patented ventilation technology, Mehta’s design ensures crisp delivery and has gained international recognition.
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This article analyses the growth of licensing and merchandising in India, highlighting trends in intellectual property, movie, and celebrity merchandise. It further explores market drivers and outlines the legal risks involved, to be discussed in subsequent posts.
Read more about Mind your L’s and M’s: Licensing & Merchandising – Part 1Works Made for Hire and Film Production – Part I: Notes on Copyright Amendment, 2012
This post provides a structured analysis of works made for hire under Indian copyright law, especially in film production. It examines Section 17, the 2012 amendment, and emerging questions on authors’ rights and producer ownership.
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This post reviews an IPAB decision on whether combining known elements in switch gears meets the inventive step requirement in Indian patent law. The case clarifies the threshold for patentability in combination inventions.
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The Supreme Court has clarified that parties cannot pursue both revocation and counter claim remedies simultaneously for the same patent under Indian law. This decision aims to prevent multiple proceedings on identical issues before different forums.
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This post analyses the functioning of copyright societies in India, recent legislative changes, and significant judicial interpretations. It addresses critical questions about licensing models and the intent behind the 2012 amendments, with an objective, legal-academic perspective.
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The Delhi High Court clarifies the timeline for pre-grant opposition under the Patents Act, distinguishing the rights of any person and a person interested. The judgment highlights legislative intent and the need for vigilance in patent opposition procedures.
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The post analyses how loss of a patent priority right can impact subsequent applications and details restoration procedures under the PCT, EPO, and US systems. It stresses that in India, restoration is not allowed, underscoring the importance of strict compliance with filing deadlines.
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