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The article highlights patented yoga products ideal for Yoga Day, focusing on unique inventions like meditation robes, padded pants, sandals, and towels. It provides an objective overview of how innovation shapes modern yoga accessories.
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This article explores Monsanto’s enforcement of patents on genetically engineered seeds and the unintended consequences for farmers. It analyses court cases, highlights the challenges of patent infringement in agriculture, and discusses potential policy solutions to protect public interest and farmer rights.
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This post examines US and India patent statistics for major technology companies in early 2015. It highlights key trends in granted and published patents, offering insights into the competitive landscape of intellectual property. The analysis underscores significant differences in patent activity between the two jurisdictions.
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This post explores the legal clash between copyright and privacy in the context of Airtel’s 3G code controversy involving Flash Networks and GitHub. It analyses both copyright and privacy claims, highlighting the complexities under Indian law.
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This post analyses the legal dispute between Bourne Co and Boosey & Co over the copyright and publishing rights to ‘These Foolish Things.’ The case highlights complex issues in music copyright agreements and the consequences of contractual breaches in the publishing industry.
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Filing a PCT application in India demands strict adherence to Section 39 of the Patents Act, including obtaining a Foreign Filing License. This post explains the procedural requirements and highlights the legal consequences of non-compliance in a structured, analytical manner.
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