This post analyses the anti-circumvention law proposed in India under Section 65A of the Copyright Amendment Bill 2010. It discusses ambiguities, exceptions, and challenges in enforcing technological protection measures, questioning the law’s effectiveness for copyright owners.
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The post examines the legal framework and procedural steps for filing design applications in India under the Indian Designs Act. It discusses eligibility criteria, documentation, online filing process, and the importance of design protection for various industries.
Read more about Filing Design Applications in IndiaInteresting Patents, IIT-M to host Tech summit, Cannabis Patent, Qualcomm forced to license its patents, Canada becomes party to Hague Agreement, USPTO’s new Sponsorship Tool and more
This update reviews Indian patent statistics, significant inventions, and key legal news in intellectual property. Highlights include the IIT Madras tech summit, Qualcomm’s licensing directive, cannabis patent developments, and Canada joining the Hague Agreement. The post provides a concise overview of national and international IP updates.
Read more about Interesting Patents, IIT-M to host Tech summit, Cannabis Patent, Qualcomm forced to license its patents, Canada becomes party to Hague Agreement, USPTO’s new Sponsorship Tool and moreRejection of Application Based on Pre-Grant Representation May Be Appealed to IPAB
The Delhi High Court has clarified that appeals to the IPAB are permitted when a patent application is rejected based on pre-grant representation. This judgment offers clear recourse for patent applicants and settles the legal position on such appeals under Indian patent law.
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The article examines how inventors can protect their inventions before approaching venture capitalists, weighing the effectiveness of NDAs versus patent filings. It highlights the steps for obtaining a patentability opinion, conducting searches, and filing a patent application in India.
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The post explores how brand name drug companies exploit regulatory provisions to maintain market dominance during generic drug challenges. It details the legal and procedural mechanisms involved, focusing on the strategic use of the 30 month stay period under the Hatch Waxman Act.
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This article examines the strategy of generic drug companies in challenging pharmaceutical patents, focusing on Paragraph IV certifications and related litigation. It highlights trends, success rates, and the increasing participation of Indian companies in the US generics market.
Read more about Pharmaceutical Business Strategy – A Generics PerspectiveSarkar in Copyright Trouble, ‘Thugs of Hindostan’ Leaked, China Bans Many Karaoke Songs, Harry Potter Themed Event, Google Partners with Sephora and more
This update examines key copyright infringement news, including the Sarkar legal dispute and the Thugs of Hindostan film leak. It also covers international copyright actions, merchandising updates, and new technology partnerships, offering a structured overview of recent entertainment law developments.
Read more about Sarkar in Copyright Trouble, ‘Thugs of Hindostan’ Leaked, China Bans Many Karaoke Songs, Harry Potter Themed Event, Google Partners with Sephora and moreA Round table on “Protection of Traditional Knowledge / Traditional Cultural Expression – Evolving a Sui-Generis Model for India
The post examines India’s evolving legal approach to protecting traditional knowledge through a sui generis model, highlighting the 2009 draft bill. It outlines the bill’s provisions, governance mechanisms, and the importance of community rights and sustainability.
Read more about A Round table on “Protection of Traditional Knowledge / Traditional Cultural Expression – Evolving a Sui-Generis Model for IndiaAssessing Patent Risks in India
This post examines the essential steps for assessing patent risks in India, focusing on infringement analysis and the tests for equivalence. It also considers the relevance of exemptions and the need for detailed, technology-specific evaluation in patent matters.
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