This post breaks down why patents are expensive, detailing costs across various stages, from drafting to international filings. It also explains how thoughtful investment in patent services ensures stronger protection and long-term value for innovators and businesses.
Read more about Why Are Patents Expensive? A guide to patent costs and valueFertilizer Patent Case: Court Blocks Sale of ‘Aladdin’ Pending Trial
The Himachal Pradesh High Court granted an interim injunction in favour of SML Limited, restraining the defendants from manufacturing and selling a fertilizer composition under the brand ‘Aladdin’, which was found to prima facie infringe SML’s patented invention. The Court held that the patent had survived multiple oppositions and that the plaintiff had established a strong prima facie case for infringement.
Read more about Fertilizer Patent Case: Court Blocks Sale of ‘Aladdin’ Pending TrialAstrology Meets IP – Zodiac Strategies for the Week Ahead (June 21–27)
In this week’s IP-Astro post, we explore how cosmic trends align with intellectual property strategies. From contributor agreements and AI content rights to pitch deck protection and brand voice clarity, each zodiac sign gets a dose of planetary humour with legal wisdom. Perfect for creators, founders, and IP lovers alike.
Read more about Astrology Meets IP – Zodiac Strategies for the Week Ahead (June 21–27)MS Subbulakshmi Biopic: Who Owns the Copyright over the Script?
In a case between Rajiv Menon and Dr. M.P. Somaprasad, the Karnataka High Court was asked to decide who owned the copyright over the script “MS and Bala” for a biopic on M.S. Subbulakshmi. The Court held that the script was an original work of the defendant and not based on the plaintiff’s book.
Read more about MS Subbulakshmi Biopic: Who Owns the Copyright over the Script?Horizontal to Vertical inversion of letters not a ‘substantial amendment’ of trademark
Delhi High Court sets aside Registrar’s cancellation of a trademark, ruling that vertical inversion of letters is not a substantial amendment under trademark law.
Read more about Horizontal to Vertical inversion of letters not a ‘substantial amendment’ of trademarkPatent Upheld, Design Dismissed: Dura-Line vs. Jain Irrigation – Part 2: Counterclaim
The Delhi High Court rejected Jain Irrigation’s counterclaim challenging the validity of Dura-Line’s patent.
The Court upheld the patent, finding it novel, inventive, and sufficiently disclosed.
Patent Upheld, Design Dismissed: Dura-Line vs. Jain Irrigation – Part 1: Infringement & Relief
This post analyzes the Delhi High Court’s decision in Dura-Line vs. Jain Irrigation, where the Court found patent infringement but rejected the design infringement claim.
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In a series of eight appeals concerning trademark oppositions filed by Dunlop International Limited against Glorious Investment Limited, the Calcutta High Court set aside orders passed by the Registrar of Trade Marks allowing Glorious Investment to register the mark “DUNLOP” in various classes. The Court held that the Registrar’s decisions were procedurally flawed, unreasoned, and passed in violation of natural justice.
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In this week’s IP-Astro post, we explore how cosmic trends align with intellectual property strategies. From filing NDAs and trademarks to tackling social media misuse and digital licensing, each zodiac sign gets a dose of planetary humour with legal wisdom. Perfect for brand builders and IP lovers alike.
Read more about Astrology Meets IP – Zodiac Strategies for the Week Ahead (June 14–20)Design Piracy and Self-Inking Stamps: How the Informed Observer Test Saved Addprint
In a design piracy case involving self-inking stamps, the Delhi High Court dismissed an appeal filed by Trodat GmbH and its affiliate against an order that allowed Addprint India Enterprises to manufacture and market a redesigned stamp. The Court held that the proposed design did not amount to piracy under Section 22 of the Designs Act, 2000.
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