Intellectual property law

And the lawsuit goes to….

Recently the Internet domain registrar, GoDaddy had its Oscar-worthy moment, winning against the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences (‘Academy’ for brevity). The Academy...

Clash of the Titans: Tata Indigo vs. Indigo Airlines, the trademark saga continues

This post analyses the trademark conflict between Tata Indigo and IndiGo Airlines, focusing on the legal grounds of opposition and the history of coexistence in the Indian market. It provides an objective overview of the ongoing proceedings and their implications for trademark law in India.

Intellectual Property (IP) in India: A Decade of Progress Part 5

This post examines ten years of Geographical Indications filings and registrations in India, focusing on trends, state-wise data, and compliance with international obligations. It provides a factual analysis of the GI regime’s progress and key statistics since the implementation of the Indian GI Act.

Presentation on Software and Music Licensing-By Dr. Kalyan C. Kankanala

[slideshare id=45505179&doc=softwareandmusiclicensing-150306003703-conversion-gate01] The presentation herein was given by Dr. Kalyan Kankanala. It deals with the different types of IP, assignment and licensing. Important clauses such...

US Patent Process – Presentation by Nitin Nair

[slideshare id=45415372&doc=uspatentprocess-150304042304-conversion-gate01] The presentation herein, on the US Patent Process, has been delivered by Mr. Nitin Nair at the National Law School of India University,...

Intellectual Property and Licensing – Presentation by Dr. Kalyan at IIM, Bangalore

Dr. Kalyan Kankanala’s presentation at IIM Bangalore offers a structured overview of intellectual property and licensing. He discusses core concepts, recent cases, and the various types of licenses with analytical clarity.

Elucidating the Patent Process – Part 1

This post describes the different types of patent applications available under Indian law and their essential procedural requirements. It provides clarity on the patent process in India, focusing on application types, filing priorities, and statutory conditions.

Patent e-filing Amendment

The Indian Patent Office has implemented significant upgrades to its electronic patent filing system, incorporating broader e-filing capabilities and changes under the Patents Amendment Rules 2014. These amendments affect processes for assignments, certified copies, and administrative requests, enhancing efficiency for stakeholders.