Intellectual Property

International patents vs. Indian patents have significant distinctions that impact inventors and businesses globally. Understanding these differences can protect intellectual property across borders. Patents are legal instruments that grant inventors exclusive rights to their inventions, preventing others from making, using, or selling the invention without permission.  While international treaties like the Paris Convention and the […]

What are the procedures for filing a patent application in India? The patent filing procedure in India involves several steps, starting from conducting a comprehensive patent search to ensure the novelty of the invention, followed by preparing and submitting a detailed patent application. This procedure is governed by the Indian Patents Act, 1970 and is […]

How to file a patent correctly in India? Filing a patent is a critical step for inventors to protect their intellectual property. Filing a patent in India requires a meticulous approach to ensure that the patent application is thorough, accurate and legally sound. The patent filing process involves several stages, including conducting a prior art […]

INTRODUCTION Through this article, the author aims to highlight the problem of   Initial interest confusion which relates to the confusion that occurs prior to the moment of purchase when the person realizes that he is not purchasing the same product that he had considered purchasing. He gradually develops a liking for the product as […]

The small Irish restaurant chain Supermac won the legal dispute against McDonald’s over the use of the ‘Big Mac’ trademark. The EU’s second-highest court found that McDonald’s had not proved ‘genuine use’ of the trademark for chicken products in the last five years within the EU. Supermac’s win represents more than just sandwich supremacy; it also indicates […]

The intersection of the Patents Act and the Competition Act has been a subject of debate since long. While patent laws grant inventors exclusive rights to exploit their inventions for a limited period, competition laws aim to promote fair competition and prevent anti-competitive practices. The jurisdictional boundaries between these two frameworks have often been ignored, […]

Role Of IPR in Technology Licensing   Technology has become an inseparable part of modern life, shaping the way we live, work, communicate, and interact with the world around us. In today’s digital generation, technology is not an option but a necessity as a means to keep up with the fast paced and high adrenaline […]

In accordance with the provisions delineated within the Trade Marks Act of 1999, the Delhi High Court has officially recognized Haldiram, along with its distinctive oval-shaped logo, as possessing the status of a ‘well-known’ trademark specifically within the domain encompassing food items, restaurants, and eateries. The Trade Marks Act of 1999 stipulates provisions for the […]