Intellectual property is a key driver of company value and revenue growth, especially for research-driven organisations. This post discusses the importance of IP audits in India, outlining their objectives and benefits for maximising business and competitive advantage.
Read more about What is your IP worth? Improving Revenues and Financial Value of a CompanyCan God’s Name be Monopolized? ‘No’ Says the Court
The Delhi High Court found that KRISHNA, as a deity’s name commonly linked to dairy products, cannot be monopolized as a trademark. The judgment highlighted the absence of secondary distinctiveness and set clear boundaries for trademark claims on religious names.
Read more about Can God’s Name be Monopolized? ‘No’ Says the CourtElvis Presley International Memorial Foundation v. Crowell – Right of Publicity is Descendible
This post examines the landmark decision affirming the descendibility of Elvis Presley’s right of publicity. It highlights how the court recognised the estate’s authority to control and exploit his name and image posthumously.
Read more about Elvis Presley International Memorial Foundation v. Crowell – Right of Publicity is Descendible‘Darjeeling’ is Not Owned by Tea Board
The Calcutta High Court ruled that Geographical Indication registration for Darjeeling Tea does not give the Tea Board exclusive rights over the term Darjeeling in other contexts. This post examines the legal reasoning and its implications for intellectual property rights in India.
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The case examines whether the Copyright Board can issue interim orders and fix royalties in ongoing disputes under Section 31 of the Copyright Act. The court affirmed the Board’s authority, emphasising the need for interim relief to prevent irreparable harm during lengthy litigation.
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The Delhi High Court’s decision in D.M. Entertainment v. Baby Gift House clarified the contours of the right of publicity in India. The case involved unauthorized commercial use of Daler Mehndi’s persona, resulting in findings of infringement, false endorsement, and passing off.
Read more about D.M. Entertainment Pvt. Ltd. v. Baby Gift House and Ors.Cinematograph Act Amendment, Facebook to Make Political Ads Transparent, No Removal of Explicit Streaming Content, EU Agrees on Copyrights, Fiji Counter-sues, and more
A comprehensive review of the Cinematograph Act Amendment, Facebook’s political ad regulations, and evolving copyright rules in the EU. The article discusses recent litigation, licensing developments, and copyright trends in India with an objective legal perspective.
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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.
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