UNESCO’s Recognition of Ceebu Jën and its Impact on the Ongoing Jollof Rice Wars
The West African dish, Jollof rice, has been the subject of a “heated” debate among different countries, known as the “Jollof Wars,” over which country’s […]
An analysis of the Digital Personal Data Protection Bill, 2022 (Part – I)
The Union Ministry for Electronics and Technology (MeitY) has reportedly launched the Digital Data Protection Bill, 2022, and begun the process of consultation with the […]
Understanding the Impact of the IPR Regime on the Indian Real Estate Industry
Construction is one of those industries where reputation and innovative designs are quite important. Therefore, robust IP protection and enforcement not only serves to dissuade rivals but, more crucially, may boost a construction firm’s worth and reputation beyond anything else. This article seeks to explain the nexus between various forms of intellectual property and the real estate industry and aims to create a strong argument in favour of why players of this industry should protect and enforce intellectual property seriously.
Crash Course on Patent Agent Examination 2023 (25th March 2023 to 30th April 2023)- The IP Press
Following a favorable outcome of preparing candidates for the patent agent exam in 2022, The IP Press presents the second cohort of the Crash Course […]
2022 IPR NOTEWORTHY JUDGEMENTS- THE IP PRESS
Greetings from The IP Press! We wish you a very Happy 2023! This document contains the compilation of significant judgments of 2022 which are related […]
Far From Home: Competition Law Implications of Nigerian Netflix Originals
Netflix has become a household name in Nigeria, with the platform having an increasing number of subscribers from the country. Globally, it is synonymous with […]
Free Quiz in Intellectual Property Rights- The IP Press (3rd January 2023)
Celebrate new beginnings with friends, family, and a fun Intellectual Property trivia quiz this year! We are delighted to organize a Quiz competition on intellectual […]
ANALYSING DOCTRINE OF PITH AND SUBSTANCE UNDER THE INDIAN PATENT ACT IN LIGHT OF BAJAJ AUTO LTD V. TVS MOTORS COMPANY LTD[1].
FACTS In this case, there are two parties where Bajaj Auto Ltd is the plaintiff and TVS Motor Sports Ltd is the defendant, and both […]
Intellectual Property in the FIFA World Cup Finals: Technology and Branding Galore
Background Ecuador’s disbelief as the opening goal of the 2022 World Cup was disallowed by new semi-automated offside technology,[1] Germany’s wing-shaped, maroon graphic jersey[2] worn […]
RAJNIGANDHA v RAJNIPAAN: A classic case of deceptive similarity
INTRODUCTION Pan Masala as an industry is seeing an immense surge recently in terms of trade and consumption. The data regarding its consumption shows significant […]
Analyzing the Contentious Section 52(1)(za) of the Copyright Act, 1957
In the present article, the author seeks to understand the controversy surrounding Section 52(1)(za), a fair use provision exempting wedding events from requiring a copyright license for the music played therein. A recent judgement involving an Expert is used as the basis and the reasons for dissent are enumerated. Further, the contentious section is looked at from a modern perspective whilst revealing a major drawback and a method to plug the same is suggested.
Delving deeper into the concept of copyright infringement
Introduction- The concept of copyright has evolved over the past few decades as technology has revolutionised how we live and work. Unmistakable is the reality […]
Certificate course on Copyright Law (7th January 2023- 29th January 2023)
ABOUT THE COURSE The IP Press is delighted to launch its flagship course on Copyright Law which is one of the dynamic and ever-booming laws […]
Revisiting the concept of ‘New or Original’ Design
The recent case of Diageo Brands B.V. & Anr. v. Great Galleon Ventures Limited[1] (hereinafter ‘Diageo case’) at the Delhi High Court brought back to […]
Kashi’s most celebrated Tirangi Barfi to soon get a Geographical Indication tag
Introduction Intellectual property is a legal right that protects the invention of the human intellect. The goal of granting such a safeguard is to encourage […]
NUANCES OF BONAFIDE USE UNDER THE INDIAN TRADEMARK ACT
Introduction For any business, its brand plays an essential role in its success amongst the consumer base. The brand takes on a personality of itself, […]
Free certificate course on Trademark Law
About the course Protecting a trademark in today’s era is not just about filing and getting it registered for your client, the importance of association […]
“An attempt to mislead, if not deceive”- Calcutta HC in the case of Fox & Mandal v. Fox Mandal
The Calcutta High Court vide its order dated 15th November 2022 in its case of FOX AND MANDAL AND ORS. Vs SOMABRATA MANDAL AND ORS […]
Brands in Metaverse: from the filing of trademarks to their enforcement
The term “Metaverse” broke into the public consciousness in October 2021 when Facebook renamed itself, Meta, a testament to its ambition in this new arena. […]
Delhi HC in trademark violation case by Louis Vuitton against banned Chinese e-shopping portal
When it comes to the fashion industry, it’s a lot easier to make counterfeit products. The imitators replicate the style and add the brand name. […]