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Compulsory Music License for Events: Delhi HC Rules Against PPL’s Licensing Practices

Image shows corporate event in a banquet hall, where people are dressed in business attire, having drinks and enjoying music.

In a case between Al Hamd Tradenation and PPL, the Delhi High Court ruled that Al Hamd is entitled to a compulsory license because PPL refused to grant a license for a small event at a reasonable fee. The Court stated that Section 31(1)(a) applies to all works, including sound recordings. It observed that demanding an unreasonably high fee constitutes a refusal to license. The Court will now decide the appropriate royalty and licensing conditions.

Natco withdraws compulsory license, signs agreement with Eli Lilly for Barcitinib; Patent Office notifies extension of timelines and more

Natco Pharma has withdrawn its compulsory license application for Baricitinib following an agreement with Eli Lilly. The Indian Patent Office has extended procedural deadlines, and other significant updates in IP law are discussed, including ongoing litigation and international proposals.

Natco files compulsory license request; USA approves temporary patent waiver; Ericsson and Samsung settle dispute and more

Natco seeks a compulsory license for Baricitinib, while the USA backs a temporary COVID-19 vaccine patent waiver. The EU critiques the US approach, and Ericsson and Samsung resolve their ongoing patent dispute. WIPO also releases a new guide on industrial design registration.

Is today a Happy World IP Day?

This post analyses World IP Day amid the COVID-19 pandemic, questioning whether intellectual property systems have supported or hindered access to vital medicines. It highlights the limited measures taken globally and India’s cautious approach to compulsory licensing.

CPI(M) asks Government to issue compulsory license for Remdesivir, EPO creates search strategies to help fight against COVID-19 and more patent news

The CPI(M) has urged the Indian government to issue a compulsory license for Remdesivir to facilitate generic manufacturing. Additionally, the EPO has developed new patent search strategies for COVID-19, and an upcoming EUIPO-EPO conference will address intellectual property issues in additive manufacturing.

Licensing Copyrights in India

This post examines the legal framework governing copyright licensing in India, highlighting the distinctions between assignments and licenses. It outlines key license types issued by the Copyright Board, as provided under the Copyright Act, 1957.

Compulsory License for “Not working”

This post discusses the legal grounds for granting compulsory licenses when patented drugs are not locally worked in India, as revealed through recent Form 27 compliance issues. It analyses relevant sections of the Indian Patent Act and the implications for innovator pharmaceutical companies.

Music Broadcast Pvt. Ltd. v. Super Cassette Industries Ltd.

The case examines whether the Copyright Board can issue interim orders and fix royalties in ongoing disputes under Section 31 of the Copyright Act. The court affirmed the Board’s authority, emphasising the need for interim relief to prevent irreparable harm during lengthy litigation.

Patent Troll in India?

The post analyses whether the patent troll business model is viable in India, considering the legal requirements for working patents and enforcement hurdles. It highlights the key challenges posed by Indian patent law and offers an objective assessment of the prospects for patent trolls in the Indian context.

BananaIP’s Patents for Inventors, Automatic Panipuri patent, Artificial heart patents, Qualcomm vs Apple, and more.

This weekly update presents key developments in Indian patent news, featuring patent office statistics, unique inventions, and major infringement cases. Noteworthy events and structured insights are included for inventors and IP professionals.