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Copyright assignment/licensing issues in movie sequels
This article discusses the legal dispute over copyright assignment and sequel rights in the Sarkar film series. The Bombay High Court held that remake rights were granted to Narendra Hirawat, while sequel rights remained with ZPC, clarifying crucial aspects of film copyright in India.
Read more about Copyright assignment/licensing issues in movie sequelsIntellectual Property (IP) News Portal for the Blind
An intellectual property (IP) news portal has been launched for the benefit of the blind and visually disabled users. The portal aggregates IP news...
Read more about Intellectual Property (IP) News Portal for the BlindPatentability Requirements – A Presentation by Dr. Kalyan C. Kankanala at BMS College, Bangalore
The following presentation titled "Patentability Requirements" was delivered at BMS College by Dr. Kalyan C. Kankanala, Chief IP Attorney at BananaIP Counsels. The presentation covers the...
Read more about Patentability Requirements – A Presentation by Dr. Kalyan C. Kankanala at BMS College, BangaloreFallacies Synonymous with Intellectual Property Law
This article addresses prevalent misconceptions about intellectual property law, focusing on differences between patents, trademarks, and copyrights. It clarifies the broad relevance of IP across businesses and highlights the complexities involved in IP registration and management.
Read more about Fallacies Synonymous with Intellectual Property LawYahoo! Inc wins Trademark Lawsuit against Indian Firm AFPL
The Delhi High Court has granted Yahoo Inc. a permanent injunction against Apricot Foods Pvt. Ltd (AFPL) for trademark infringement. AFPL and its Director were found to have dishonestly used the Yahoo mark, resulting in substantial damages awarded to Yahoo Inc.
Read more about Yahoo! Inc wins Trademark Lawsuit against Indian Firm AFPLIP for Start-ups : A Presentation by Dr. Kalyan C. Kankanala at CII Hyderabad
The following presentation was delivered by Dr. Kalyan C. Kankanala at the one day Seminar on ‘IPR Management for Startups in Electronics and ICT Sectors’...
Read more about IP for Start-ups : A Presentation by Dr. Kalyan C. Kankanala at CII HyderabadRegistrar of Trademarks issues new public notice following Delhi HC’s stay order
The Delhi High Court has stayed the abandonment of trademark applications by the Trade Mark Registry after 20 March 2016. In response, the Registrar has issued a public notice allowing applicants and agents to address examination reports or contest abandonment as per legal directives.
Read more about Registrar of Trademarks issues new public notice following Delhi HC’s stay orderDelhi HC stays abandonment orders issued by the TM Registry
The Delhi High Court has stayed mass abandonment orders issued by the Trade Mark Registry following challenges to the Registry’s process and lack of applicant intimation. The case highlights concerns about compliance with statutory requirements in trademark procedures.
Read more about Delhi HC stays abandonment orders issued by the TM RegistryThe Immaculate Trade Mark Office and the Mystery of the Abandoned TM Applications
The post investigates the procedural issues surrounding the recent mass abandonment of trademark applications in India. It explores legal concerns about notification, evidence, and the Trade Mark Office’s reliance on system-generated orders.
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