The National eCommerce Policy Draft sets out key proposals for regulating Indian eCommerce marketplaces. It addresses FDI, data protection, IP enforcement, and consumer protection, aiming to create a fair and growth-oriented digital marketplace.
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Why Do Indian Companies Acquire Patents?
Indian companies acquire patents for several reasons, often unrelated to gaining business advantage. Motivations include meeting managerial targets, attracting investors, and marketing purposes, with quality and business value sometimes receiving little attention.
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This article analyses patent trolling with a focus on the RIM v. NTP case and the difficulties innovators face in patent litigation. It highlights how procedural gaps between courts and patent offices enable trolls to exploit the patent system.
Read more about Patent Trolling : Can’t Live With, Can’t Live Without!Publicity Rights in India (Part II)
This article explores the legal framework of publicity rights in India with a focus on digital media and computer games. It analyses hypothetical scenarios to distinguish between free speech and commercial exploitation of celebrity personas.
Read more about Publicity Rights in India (Part II)Trade Secret Violation – A Hypothetical Indian Case Scenario
The post provides an analytical overview of trade secret violation in India, exploring legal remedies available in the absence of a specific statute. It discusses relevant case law, contractual protection, and the challenges faced by Indian businesses regarding confidential information.
Read more about Trade Secret Violation – A Hypothetical Indian Case Scenario‘Acquired Distinctiveness’ of Infosys Trademark
The Delhi High Court recognised acquired distinctiveness in the INFOSYS trademark, restraining the defendant from using the mark in its business name. The case highlights the need for strong trademark protection to safeguard a company’s goodwill and reputation.
Read more about ‘Acquired Distinctiveness’ of Infosys TrademarkZippo Manufacturing Company v. Anil Moolchandani & Ors. , High Court of Delhi
The Delhi High Court ruled in favour of Zippo Manufacturing, granting a permanent injunction against the sale of counterfeit lighters infringing its trademark. The Court recognized the distinctiveness of Zippo’s lighter design and awarded damages to the plaintiff.
Read more about Zippo Manufacturing Company v. Anil Moolchandani & Ors. , High Court of DelhiAudit for IP Systems to Derive Business Value
This post explores how IP audits help Indian companies develop systems that extract maximum business value from intellectual property. It outlines practical steps for policy creation and emphasises aligning IP management with overall business objectives.
Read more about Audit for IP Systems to Derive Business ValueWhat is your IP worth? Improving Revenues and Financial Value of a Company
Intellectual property is a key driver of company value and revenue growth, especially for research-driven organisations. This post discusses the importance of IP audits in India, outlining their objectives and benefits for maximising business and competitive advantage.
Read more about What is your IP worth? Improving Revenues and Financial Value of a CompanyCan God’s Name be Monopolized? ‘No’ Says the Court
The Delhi High Court found that KRISHNA, as a deity’s name commonly linked to dairy products, cannot be monopolized as a trademark. The judgment highlighted the absence of secondary distinctiveness and set clear boundaries for trademark claims on religious names.
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