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Publicity Rights in India (Part I)

This post provides an analytical overview of publicity rights in India, focusing on celebrity protection from unauthorized commercial use. It discusses legal boundaries, enforcement mechanisms, and key judicial decisions.

Gully Boy Leaked, FFI Wants Piracy Court, Kanye West Sued, REM Gets Trump Tweet Removed, and more

This post examines recent copyright and entertainment law developments, including film piracy, major lawsuits, and licensing deals. It presents legal updates objectively, providing structured analysis and practical insights for readers.

Monte Carlo and Skoda Reach Trademark Settlement, Ironman Product Licensing in India, Kashmir Saffron GI, Kardarshian Trademarks and Other News

This article reviews major trademark settlements, licensing updates, and GI filings, including Monte Carlo and Skoda’s agreement, Ironman’s entry into India, and Kashmir Saffron’s GI application. It also covers global trademark actions by the Kardashian family and recent brewery disputes.

Patent statistics, Interesting Inventions, US GIPC’s 7th International IP Index, IPA seeks removal of India from US Priority Watch List and other Weekly Patent News updates

This weekly report presents Indian patent statistics, recent inventions, and design registrations, alongside international IP updates. Key highlights include India’s movement in the GIPC IP Index and the IPA’s submission for removal from the US Priority Watch List.

Medical Imaging- A Patent Insight

This article offers a patent insight into medical imaging technologies, emphasising CT and MRI advancements and patent filings in India. It highlights the innovations by major manufacturers and the importance of intellectual property in healthcare diagnostics.

Trade Secret Violation – A Hypothetical Indian Case Scenario

The post provides an analytical overview of trade secret violation in India, exploring legal remedies available in the absence of a specific statute. It discusses relevant case law, contractual protection, and the challenges faced by Indian businesses regarding confidential information.

‘Acquired Distinctiveness’ of Infosys Trademark

The Delhi High Court recognised acquired distinctiveness in the INFOSYS trademark, restraining the defendant from using the mark in its business name. The case highlights the need for strong trademark protection to safeguard a company’s goodwill and reputation.

Zippo Manufacturing Company v. Anil Moolchandani & Ors. , High Court of Delhi

The Delhi High Court ruled in favour of Zippo Manufacturing, granting a permanent injunction against the sale of counterfeit lighters infringing its trademark. The Court recognized the distinctiveness of Zippo’s lighter design and awarded damages to the plaintiff.

Who Owns the Castle?

The Delhi High Court addressed a trademark passing off dispute over the CASTLE mark in the beer industry. The court granted an injunction to the plaintiffs, preventing the defendants from using the marks CASTLE and OLDCASTLE, emphasising the importance of protection against misrepresentation.

Audit for IP Systems to Derive Business Value

This post explores how IP audits help Indian companies develop systems that extract maximum business value from intellectual property. It outlines practical steps for policy creation and emphasises aligning IP management with overall business objectives.