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Intellectual Property (IP) in India: A Decade of Progress Part 9

This post analyses patent application and grant statistics across various fields in India from 2008 to 2014. It highlights trends and developments in the Indian intellectual property landscape with a focus on factual data and legal context.

Importance of IP for Start-ups and Entrepreneurs (Part II): Trademarks

This article discusses essential steps for startups in India to secure trademark protection, including name selection, registration, and risk clearance. It provides a structured legal overview to help entrepreneurs avoid common pitfalls in trademark management.

Will ALPHABET get Google into Trademark Trouble?

Google’s adoption of ALPHABET as its holding company name has raised important trademark questions, particularly in light of prior registrations by BMW and others. The analysis explores the legal risks Google may face under Indian trademark law.

Importance of IP For Start-ups and Entrepreneurs (Part I): Patents

This post analyses the importance of patents and intellectual property for start-ups and entrepreneurs in India. It explains how IP can contribute to business growth, investment, and competition management, while also addressing resource challenges unique to start-ups.

Intellectual Property (IP) in India: A Decade of Progress Part 8

This post reviews the top patent applicants in India from the IT sector and research institutions over the last decade. It presents data-driven insights into trends among leading companies, research bodies, and educational institutes.

Zara Trademark Saga: History Repeats Itself

The Zara trademark saga demonstrates how Indian courts protect well-known trademarks against brand name misuse, even across different industries. The Delhi High Court’s decision reinforces the critical role of names in intellectual property disputes.

Did China Copy Disney’s famous track?

China’s 2022 Winter Olympics song has drawn criticism for its striking similarity to Disney’s Let It Go, raising fresh concerns about copyright enforcement. The post analyses the plagiarism allegations and situates them within China’s broader intellectual property challenges.

Nike ‘JUMPMAN’ NOT a Copy

The Nike Jumpman logo was challenged in court by photographer Jacobus Rentmeester, who alleged copyright infringement. The court found notable differences between the images and dismissed the claim, concluding that Nike did not copy Rentmeester’s photograph.

Mahindra’s Patent Force Fuels the Fire of Genius

Mahindra Research Valley has become pivotal in expanding Mahindra’s patent portfolio and fostering innovation in the automotive sector. Recent initiatives underscore the company’s commitment to intellectual property and the recognition of its inventors.

Intellectual Property (IP) in India: A Decade of Progress Part 4

This post examines a decade of patent filing statistics across Indian states, highlighting Maharashtra’s leading position. It offers a structured analysis of regional trends in intellectual property creation, reflecting the evolving landscape of innovation in India.