The post analyses the essential clauses of a non-disclosure agreement, focusing on definitions, confidentiality, and termination. It highlights the importance of clarity and structure in drafting effective NDAs for protecting confidential information.
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This post explores how patents in green technology are shaping India’s sustainable energy landscape, particularly in solar and wind sectors. It objectively examines key inventions, trends, and the ongoing need for innovation to ensure a better future.
Read more about How Many More Patents Would it Take to Make the World a Better Place to Live in?Kindle eBooks, FDI eCommerce Policy and Amazon Marketplace – Non-compliance Continues Contd.
This article analyses Amazon’s Kindle eBook business model in India and its compliance with FDI eCommerce policy. It highlights issues of exclusivity, preferential treatment, and vendor equality on the Amazon marketplace.
Read more about Kindle eBooks, FDI eCommerce Policy and Amazon Marketplace – Non-compliance Continues Contd.Are Rajinikanth’s Methods Patentable?
This post analyses whether Rajinikanth’s unique methods could be patented under Indian law. It discusses process patentability, statutory exclusions, and the mental steps doctrine in an objective, legal-academic manner.
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Reasonable measures are crucial for trade secret protection under Indian law. This post objectively analyses legal requirements, including confidentiality agreements, security protocols, and the role of industry norms. Reliance on practices alone is cautioned against.
Read more about Reasonable Measures for SecrecyAutodesk, Inc. & Another v. Mr. Prashant Deshmukh & Others
The case examines legal consequences of software copyright and trademark infringement in India, focusing on Autodesk and Microsoft’s claims against M & S Consultancy. The court’s decision reinforces the importance of enforcing intellectual property rights and awarding punitive damages to deter piracy.
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This post examines the challenges of intermediary liability and takedown actions in India, focusing on copyright enforcement in online marketplaces. It provides a legal and practical perspective on the effectiveness and pitfalls of the takedown process.
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The Delhi High Court restrained Neologik India from using pirated SAP software and awarded punitive damages for copyright infringement. This decision highlights the judiciary’s strict approach to commercial software piracy and the significance of punitive damages in such cases.
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The Kerala High Court clarified that producers, not composers, own the copyright in sound recordings used in films, unless a contract states otherwise. Matrubhumi and Malayalam Manorama were found not to infringe composer or lyricist rights by broadcasting such recordings on FM radio.
Read more about Matrubhumi Printing and Publishing Ltd v. IPRSSholay Media and Entertainment Pvt. Ltd. and Anr. v. Vodafone Essar Mobile Services Ltd. and Ors.
The Delhi High Court addressed copyright assignment and royalty issues in the Sholay ringtone case involving Vodafone. The Court denied an injunction but established conditions to protect the copyright holders’ interests. This judgement clarifies digital media exploitation and royalty rights under Indian copyright law.
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