Hear Less, Grant More: A Welcome Trend in Patent Practice
The patent office recently introduced the tools to access granted patents without a hearing and refusals without a hearing. The provisions for granting and refusing […]
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IP Rights and Gen Z: Protecting Artists and Social Media Activism
We’ve all seen it happen. A song goes viral on TikTok, a new trend blows up, and suddenly everyone is doing it. But somewhere in […]
A Dangerous Precedent? Evaluating the Judicial Overreach of Public Policy in Trademark Recognition
In a recent decision, the Bombay High Court denied the status of a well-known Trademark to TikTok. TikTok’s application under Rule 124 of the Trademarks […]
From Kolhapur to Milan: The Prada-Kolhapuri Controversy Through GI Lens
Introduction The age-old representation of history, culture, and craftsmanship, the iconic ‘Kolhapuri Chappal’ is now a global luxury. The luxury brand ‘PRADA’ showcased its men’s […]
Can Trump’s Tariffs Change the Global IP Landscape? An Analysis
According to U.S President Donald Trump, “‘Tariffs’ is the most beautiful word in the dictionary.” While many countries’ heads of state flocked to the Oval […]
Certificate Course on AI and IP Laws (19th July – 3rd August 2025)- The IP Press
This course offers an in-depth exploration of the intersection between Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Intellectual Property (IP). It is designed for law students to understand […]
IP Day Goes Desi: Court Upholds Copyright in Indian Classical Music
In a recent judgement dated April 25, the Delhi High Court granted an interim injunction in favour of the Plaintiff in a copyright infringement suit […]
BRANDING IN BHARAT: TRADEMARKING IN REGIONAL LANGUAGES
Navigating the Legal and Business Aspects of Regional Language Trademarks This article delves into the legal framework of registering a trademark in a regional language, […]
IP Rights as a Powerful Shield Against Caste-Based Atrocities: The Historic Victory of Dr. Uke and Dr. Das
“I do not feel obliged to believe that the same God who has endowed us with sense, reason, and intellect has intended us to forgo […]
What’s in a Name: Decoding the Katy Perry vs. Katie Perry Suit
Introduction In a recent ruling, dated November 22, 2024, the Australian Federal Court’s appeals judges overturned its 2023 decision and recognized Katy Perry’s prior use […]
Navigating Signature Stances in Intellectual Property Laws
Recently, Turkish Olympic pistol shooter Yususf Dikec, who won a silver medal in the 2024 Summer Olympics, has filed for trademarking his shooting stance. The […]
How Do Unconventional Trademarks Impact Branding And Marketing Strategies?
Numerous brands are vying for consumers attention in today’s market. To stand out and be remembered businesses need to come up with unique strategies. One […]
Ambush Marketing and Intellectual Property: When Sports Causes a Scene
Introduction Sports is an arena where not only teams compete to stand as champions, but even brands compete to gain publicity. It is not uncommon […]
Certificate Course on IP in Music Industry (5th January to 26th January 2025)- The IP Press
Are you captivated by the magic of music and intrigued by the legal frameworks that protect and shape this ever-evolving industry? If so, we have […]
A Report on the Intellectual Property in Africa Conference, Harvard Law School (November 6-8, 2024)
Authored By: Seun Lari-Williams, Omolade Z. Adeyemi, ‘Damola Adediji. Edited by Isaac Kunko (Compiled from the authors’ participation in the conference) The inaugural Intellectual Property […]
A Comprehensive Course on Trademark and Copyright Law – The IP Press (7th December to 21st December 2024)
About the Course Our “Comprehensive Course On Trademarks and Copyrights” is designed to provide an in-depth understanding of Intellectual Property laws, focusing specifically on trademarks […]
Revving Up Intellectual Property: The Untold Battles Behind Formula One Innovations
The era was the 1920s in Europe. As cars started becoming common among the rich, car races gained popularity. Different racing events were held across Europe […]
JUSTICE FOR THE RARE: UNRAVELING DELAYS, ACCESS, AND THE FIGHT FOR LIFE-SAVING DRUGS IN INDIA
In a landmark move, the Delhi High Court recently addressed the plight of patients suffering from Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (DMD), a debilitating rare disease. The […]
GUARDIANS OF THE BRAND: THE AMUL TRADEMARK SAGA IN THE DELHI HIGH COURT
The Delhi High Court recently ruled on a trademark infringement case involving the renowned ‘AMUL’ trademark, a household name in India synonymous with quality dairy […]
BETWEEN MORALITY AND INNOVATION: ANALYZING THE DELHI HIGH COURT’S DECISION ON E-CIGARETTE PATENTS
In a recent development, the Delhi High Court’s decision on July 4, 2024, in Phillip Morris Products SA v. Assistant Controller Of Patents And Design […]