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This bulletin provides a structured analysis of Indian patent and design statistics, recent interesting inventions, and prominent patent settlements and licensing agreements. It offers an objective view on…
The Patent (Amendment) Rules, 2011, simplify patent filing in India by enabling electronic submissions and online authentication. The amendments also address procedures for amending specifications, condonation of delay,…
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,…
This post examines the Copyright Amendment, 2012, particularly the statutory licensing regime for cover versions under Section 31C. It discusses the legal requirements for making version recordings and…
This post explains the necessary forms and procedural requirements for filing a patent application in India, with emphasis on e-filing and legal documentation. It covers essential compliance steps…
This bulletin provides detailed Indian patent and design statistics, highlights from the Patent Office’s 2017-2018 Annual Report, and news on the Global Innovation Index release. It also discusses…
This post highlights Mr. C T Dwarakanath’s 1971 US patent for a novel ozone-based method to reduce aflatoxin in oilseed meals. It underscores the significant contribution of Indian…
Selecting an effective business name or logo requires legal diligence and proper trademark strategy in India. This article explains the stepwise approach to trademark selection, search, and registration…
Ms. Vinita Radhakrishnan’s talk at IIM Ahmedabad analysed women’s roles in Indian patents, research, and innovation. She explored trends in women’s participation in science, technology, and entrepreneurship, offering…
This article explains the requirements and procedures for filing a trademark application in India. It covers office jurisdictions, eligibility, search protocols, filing methods, and necessary documentation in a…