Business Potential of Industrial Design in India – An unexplored goldmine

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Though often overlooked in India, industrial design offers powerful commercial advantages. This blog explores its role in product differentiation, IP protection, and global competitiveness. With increasing design filings and cost-effective registration, it’s time Indian businesses tapped into this underused IP tool.

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Astrology Meets IP – Zodiac Strategies for the Week Ahead (June 21–27)

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In this week’s IP-Astro post, we explore how cosmic trends align with intellectual property strategies. From contributor agreements and AI content rights to pitch deck protection and brand voice clarity, each zodiac sign gets a dose of planetary humour with legal wisdom. Perfect for creators, founders, and IP lovers alike.

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Horizontal to Vertical inversion of letters not a ‘substantial amendment’ of trademark

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Delhi High Court sets aside Registrar’s cancellation of a trademark, ruling that vertical inversion of letters is not a substantial amendment under trademark law.

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Patent Upheld, Design Dismissed: Dura-Line vs. Jain Irrigation – Part 1: Infringement & Relief

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This post analyzes the Delhi High Court’s decision in Dura-Line vs. Jain Irrigation, where the Court found patent infringement but rejected the design infringement claim.

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Astrology Meets IP – Zodiac Strategies for the Week Ahead (June 8–14)

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In this week’s IP-Astro edition, we take a fun and imaginative look at how each zodiac sign might symbolically approach intellectual property decisions as the Sun enters Gemini. From brand protection to licensing, these reflections are meant to spark creative thinking around IP—not to be taken as serious astrology or legal advice. It’s all in good spirit and for entertainment only!

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Captain Morgan Prevails Over Captain Blue in Trade Mark Dispute

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The Delhi High Court has ruled in favour of Diageo’s “Captain Morgan” trademark, rejecting the registration of “Captain Blue” due to deceptive similarity and absence of bona fide use. The decision reinforces the importance of prior use and consumer recognition in trademark law.

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Government of India Constitutes Committee on AI and Copyright

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The DPIIT announced a committee to explore legal and policy challenges at the intersection of AI and copyright. With personnel from the government, academia, and industry, the committee is tasked with reviewing the Copyright Act, 1957, and preparing a detailed working paper.

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Wipro Secures Court Victory Against Trademark Infringement

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Wipro achieved a legal victory in Bangalore District Court against trademark infringement. The Court granted a permanent injunction to protect Wipro’s brand from fraudulent online schemes.

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BananaIP Counsels Invites Applications for the Position of Trademark Associate

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BananaIP Counsels in Bangalore is hiring a Trademark Associate. The role involves managing trademark matters and supporting strategic services. Apply now if you meet the eligibility criteria.

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