India Bags the Basmati GI tag
India has secured the Basmati GI tag for rice cultivated in seven North Indian states, following a decisive order by the IPAB. This move strengthens the legal protection…
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Comments and Suggestions on the Draft Trademark Rules, 2015
This analysis examines the Draft Trademark Rules 2015, discussing improvements in registration procedures and areas needing further clarity. The post highlights both the benefits and possible drawbacks of…
Igniting Creativity for Business Advantage – A Presentation by Dr. Kalyan C. Kankanala at Mahindra
The following presentation titled ‘Igniting Creativity for Business Advantage’ was delivered by Dr. Kalyan C. Kankanala at Mahindra Two Wheelers on 8th December, 2015. The presentation was given…
Draft Trademark (Amendment) Rules, 2015: Yay or Nay?
The Draft Trademark (Amendment) Rules, 2015 propose major changes to Indian trademark law, including increased filing fees and fewer application forms. While the streamlined process is welcome, expanded…
Here’s how to file a Patent application in India
This article examines the forms and procedural requirements for filing a patent application in India. It offers a structured guide to the process, emphasising legal compliance and accuracy…
Compulsory Licensing in India
This article analyses the evolution and practice of compulsory licensing in India, focusing on landmark cases and their effects on patent activity. It assesses whether compulsory licensing influences…
Intellectual Property (IP) in India: A Decade of Progress Part 11
This post presents a statistical overview of pharmaceutical patents in India over the past decade, focusing on trends and key contributors. It objectively discusses the impact of legal…
An Interview : Mr. Somashekar Ramakrishna
Mr. Somashekar Ramakrishna discusses trends in automobile patents, the role of SMEs in Indian innovation, and best practices in patent prosecution. He offers insights on improvements needed in…
Intellectual Property (IP) in India: A Decade of Progress Part 7
The post provides a decade-long analysis of plant variety registrations in India under the PPVFR Act. It highlights annual trends, major legislative milestones, and the inclusion of farmers’…
Intellectual Property (IP) in India: A Decade of Progress Part 6
This article reviews statistics on industrial design filings in India over the past decade, with reference to the Designs Act 2000. It provides an objective analysis of trends,…