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The Tribunals Reforms Ordinance 2021 abolishes multiple tribunals, including those under the Geographical Indications Act, and reallocates their jurisdiction to High Courts and Registrars. Key statutory amendments affect…
The Tribunals Reforms Ordinance 2021 has made the IPAB and several other tribunals defunct, transferring their powers to the High Courts and Commercial Courts. This post provides a…
The Shamnad Basheer Essay Writing Competition recognises Prof. Basheer’s impact on Indian IP law and legal education. Various scholarships and fellowships have been instituted in his name to…
The post discusses why yoga sequences, even if arranged creatively, are not eligible for copyright protection as dance choreography under US law. It explains the legal reasoning behind…
The Union Cabinet’s approval of the Patent Prosecution Highway with Japan marks a notable step for faster patents in India, especially for startups and MSMEs. Additional highlights include…
This article examines the legal and practical relevance of Intellectual Property Rights in India. It discusses how IPR protects innovation and creativity while fostering economic and societal growth…
This post analyses the threatened co-existence of breeders rights and patent rights in plant innovation law. It discusses the lack of breeders exemption in patent law and the…
The Delhi High Court in Super Cassettes Industries v. Myspace addressed intermediary liability for copyright infringement under Indian law. The court held that internet platforms may be liable…
The Delhi High Court restrained Neologik India from using pirated SAP software and awarded punitive damages for copyright infringement. This decision highlights the judiciary’s strict approach to commercial…
The Delhi High Court has held that trademark registration does not automatically serve as prima facie evidence of validity. This decision, particularly impacting descriptive marks, invites scrutiny of…