This presentation was delivered by Dr. Kalyan C. Kankanala to PGP-Enterprise Management students at IIM-Bangalore, as a part of their Business Law curriculum. The presentation...
Read more about Intellectual Property and Licensing- A presentation by Dr. Kalyan C. Kankanala at IIM-BIgnition, Gear and Lift-off!
Toyota’s patent application introduces a flying car with a unique stackable wing system for both driving and flight. The design promises compactness, style, and practicality, but specific lift-off details remain undisclosed.
Read more about Ignition, Gear and Lift-off!Extension of Waiver for Pharma Patents until 2033 A.D.
The WTO has extended the waiver on pharmaceutical patent enforcement for least developed countries until 2033. This move ensures continued access to affordable generics from India and highlights the ongoing tension between patient access and patent rights.
Read more about Extension of Waiver for Pharma Patents until 2033 A.D.Access to Copyrighted Works for Persons with Disability- Conference at NLSIU
The NLSIU conference examines the Marrakesh Treaty and Indian copyright law, focusing on improving access to works for persons with disabilities. Experts and stakeholders discuss legal provisions, implications, and the broader impact on accessibility.
Read more about Access to Copyrighted Works for Persons with Disability- Conference at NLSIUSamsung and Huawei Lose Patent Fight against Unwired Planet
Unwired Planet has won the first round in a UK patent dispute against Samsung and Huawei over LTE standard essential patents. The ruling addresses both technical infringement and FRAND licensing issues, with further trials scheduled to determine broader legal and commercial implications.
Read more about Samsung and Huawei Lose Patent Fight against Unwired PlanetExceptions for Access to the Blind
The Indian Copyright Act provides specific exceptions for making works accessible to the blind and disabled, including fair dealing and compulsory licensing provisions. These enable permitted adaptations and distributions of works in accessible formats, ensuring greater inclusion while maintaining important legal safeguards.
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This article discusses how broad software patents, especially in cloud computing, make the sector vulnerable to patent trolls in India. The complexities of divided and joint infringement are analysed with reference to recent legal developments.
Read more about Patent Trolls – Lesson No. 2Pidilite Industries vs. Vilas Nemichand Jain.
The Bombay High Court examined the requirements for passing off a descriptive trademark in Pidilite Industries vs Vilas Nemichand Jain. The Court held that plaintiffs must prove both prior use and secondary meaning, dismissing the claim for lack of sufficient evidence.
Read more about Pidilite Industries vs. Vilas Nemichand Jain.The Indian Express case
The Bombay High Court held that using ‘Indian Express’ in a different script amounts to trademark infringement, protecting the mark’s well-known status. The judgment clarifies the interplay between trademark rights and newspaper title registration in India.
Read more about The Indian Express caseCopyright Exceptions for Access to the Blind – Marrakesh Treaty
The Marrakesh Treaty introduces essential copyright exceptions to improve access to published works for the blind and visually impaired. While limited in scope, it represents a notable advancement for accessible literature and copyright law in India.
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