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This town isn’t enough for the two of us : Zara Trademark Dispute

This post discusses the Delhi High Court’s ruling in the Zara trademark dispute, focusing on trademark protection and the legal reasoning behind the decision. The analysis highlights the court’s approach to brand rights and infringement in India.

Intellectual Property, Creativity and Madness

This article explores the relationship between creativity, intellectual property, and psychological disorders among creators and inventors. It provides a legal-academic perspective on recent research findings, offering a balanced view on the challenges faced by IP attorneys.

Is There a Trademark in a Name?

This post explores whether a name can serve as a trademark in India, focusing on legal battles involving educational institutions. Analysing the VIT case, it discusses trademark infringement, passing off, and the significance of well known marks in Indian law.

Patent Settlement – Blackberry v Typo

This post examines the Blackberry v Typo patent dispute, focusing on the settlement that restricts Typo’s sales of certain smartphone keyboards. The analysis highlights the legal strategies employed to protect Blackberry’s patented keyboard designs.

Trademark Case Review: PEPS Industries v. Coir Foam

The Delhi High Court granted an interim injunction to Peps Industries, restraining Coirfoam India from using marks similar to ‘Spring Guard’. The case underscores critical principles of trademark protection and interim relief in Indian law.

Indian National IP Policy Update

The National IP Policy’s final version faces delays due to pending feedback from several major ministries in India. This postponement may allow for a more comprehensive and effective policy, while also encouraging significant discussion on intellectual property issues.

Rise of the Drones (Unmanned Aerial Vehicles)

This article analyses Amazon’s patented drone delivery system, covering its features and implications for autonomous logistics. The discussion also considers legal and technological perspectives on the deployment of unmanned aerial vehicles in India.

The Chocolate Wars – Wrangle between Nestle & Cadbury on KitKat Shape TM

The legal tussle between Nestle and Cadbury over the KitKat shape trademark underscores the significance of product identity in the chocolate industry. This post explores the history, court decisions, and strategic considerations in their trademark disputes, providing an objective legal analysis.

OSTP & USPTO give Recognition to Innovators

The 2015 Patents for Humanity Awards, hosted by the USPTO and OSTP, recognised inventors addressing crucial global challenges. This programme honours impactful innovations in medicine, nutrition, sanitation, and technology, emphasising the significance of intellectual property in humanitarian progress.

Analysis of Costa Rica Coffee (Café de Costa Rica) as a Geographical Indication

This post examines Costa Rica Coffee in the context of Geographical Indication protection, reviewing pertinent national laws and regional quality attributes. It provides a structured analysis of the justification for GI status and its importance for the country’s coffee sector.