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Weekly Updates

BananaIP Counsels presents a structured review of the week’s Indian patent news, including legal cases, government initiatives, and international updates. The report offers factual insights and analysis consistent with the academic standards of Indian IP law.

Royalty Rights in Sound Recordings, Lyrics & Musical Works – Part 1

This article examines the complex structure of royalty rights in sound recordings, lyrics, and musical works under Indian law. It discusses copyright ownership, licensing, and the roles of copyright societies with reference to relevant statutes and case law.

Apple sues Qualcomm again, Major Setback to Bayer, Delhi HC allows export of patented drug and much more.

This update highlights key events in intellectual property law, including Apple’s lawsuit against Qualcomm and Bayer’s loss in the Delhi High Court. Further, it discusses recent trademark and patent disputes as well as upcoming conferences, offering an objective legal perspective.

Weapon in the hands of Police?

The Indian Government has launched an IPR toolkit to assist police in enforcing intellectual property rights. This scheme, led by CIPAM and FICCI, is part of the National IPR Policy, aiming to improve awareness and enforcement nationwide.

A Presentation on “Patent Search” by Mr. Nitin Nair delivered at NLSIU

The following presentation titled “Patent Search”, was delivered on 22nd January, 2017 by Mr. Nitin Nair, Senior Partner, BananaIP Counsels, at National Law School of India...

Landmark Copyright-related Events in the year 2016- Part 2

The post provides an overview of landmark copyright law events in India during 2016, including notable court decisions and regulatory actions. It highlights disputes, judicial clarifications, and policy changes that shaped Indian copyright law that year.

Landmark Copyright-related Events in the year 2016- Part I

This post examines key copyright law events in India during 2016, focusing on judicial restrictions on copyright societies and the influential DU photocopy case. It provides an analytical overview of how these decisions have shaped copyright enforcement and educational access.

World’s Best IP Blogs – 2016

This article features the top ten intellectual property blogs of 2016, evaluated on multiple objective parameters. It provides concise introductions to each blog and highlights trends in the IP blogging community.

Indian Patent Highlights, 2016 – Patent Office, Patent Procedure and Patent Rules

2016 marked a period of significant change for Indian patent law, with major procedural reforms and policy updates. Key highlights include the Patent (Amendment) Rules, new examination procedures, and increased support for start-ups, signalling a shift in the Indian intellectual property landscape.

Patent Wish List – 2017

This post outlines key improvements desired for the Indian patent system in 2017, including efficient examination, clearer amendment rules, and greater transparency. It also recommends provisions for reviving abandoned applications and implementing the Patent Prosecution Highway.