Rethinking Dispute Resolution in Nigeria’s Music Industry
Nigeria’s music industry, a vibrant tapestry of creativity, has long been marred by disputes between artists and labels. An anecdote my father once shared comes […]
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“Exploring the Intersection of Trademark and Design: Safeguarding Visual Elements in Intellectual Property”
The complex interplay between trademark and design law in the context of intellectual property law has been examined by courts on several occasions. This piece […]
UNLOCKING INNOVATION: POTENTIAL BENEFITS OF IMPLEMENTING A UNITARY PATENT SYSTEM IN G20 COUNTRIES
Everything that can be invented has been invented. -Charles H. Duell INTRODUCTION: In today’s interconnected, rapidly changing and evolving global economy, innovation has become the […]
Case Analysis: BEST Sport & Freizeit GmbH v. Registrar of Trademarks
Case Citation: 2023:MHC:3879 Introduction: In the case of BEST Sport & Freizeit GmbH v. Registrar of Trademarks, the appellant, BEST Sport & Freizeit GmbH, a […]
Corporate Interests vs. Public Interest: The Delhi High Court’s Verdict on PepsiCo’s Potato Variety
On July 5th, the Delhi High Court dismissed PepsiCo India Holdings’ appeal[1] to overturn an order from the Protection of Plant Varieties and Farmers’ Rights […]
Legal Clash: Delhi High Court Halts Parle’s Use of ‘For The Bold’ Tagline in ‘B Fizz’ Drink Advertising Following PepsiCo’s Suit
INTRODUCTION: In a recent legal battle that has grabbed the attention and views of the whole Indian beverage industry, the Hon’ble Delhi High Court has […]
Protecting Copyright in the Digital Age: A Case Analysis of Universal City Studios LLC. & Ors. v. DOTMOVIES.BABY & Ors.
Case Citation: CS(COMM) 514/2023 and I.A. 14120/2023, 14122/2023 in the High Court of Delhi at New Delhi Introduction The case of Universal City Studios LLC. […]
Decentralized Dispute Resolution for Digital Copyright Disputes?
In today’s digital age, the copyright industry faces a formidable challenge: the scarcity of accessible avenues for resolving disputes, particularly those involving low monetary value […]
Streaming Dynamics Altered: Appreciating Delhi HC’s ‘Dynamic+ Injunction’ against Rogue Streaming Websites
Introduction In a groundbreaking ruling, the Delhi High Court has taken a decisive step to prevent the unauthorized streaming and downloading of copyrighted content from […]
From Inspiration to Imitation: The Copyright Drama Unfolding
The Delhi High Court has issued a summons to a digital platform called ‘People of India (POI)’ following a copyright infringement lawsuit brought forth by […]
The Principle of “Use in Commerce”: As per the Abitron Case
Introduction In the dynamic world of trademark law, the principle of “use in commerce” serves as a cornerstone for establishing and protecting trademark rights. The […]
Delhi High Court’s Landmark Order: Protecting Anil Kapoor’s Persona in the Age of AI – An Indian Legal Perspective
In a groundbreaking decision that has far-reaching implications for the world of entertainment, privacy, and artificial intelligence (AI), the Delhi High Court recently passed an […]
Vasundhra Jewellers Pvt. Ltd. Vs. Vasundhara Fashion Jewelry LLP and Ors.
Neutral Citation: 2023/DHC/4960 Decided On: 19.07.2023 Hon’ble Judge/Coram: Amit Bansal, J. Procedural History: The application filed by the plaintiff under Order XXXIX Rules 1 and […]
‘Insuring’ the Trademark: Delhi High Court Pronounces Victory for Coverfox and Acko Over Policy Bazaar
Introduction In the case of Policy Bazar Insurance Web Aggregator & Anr. v. Coverfox Insurance Broking Pvt. Ltd. & Ors., the Delhi High Court on […]
Twitter v. Threads: A Critical Call for Indian Legal Landscape
The digital world is in a fix with Twitter and Meta (the parent company of Facebook) locking horns over the new-born Threads app. This stand-off […]
Loaded with Cheese and Deception?- Dominick Pizza Permanently Restrained From Using Mark Deceptively Similar To Domino’s
Introduction On September 26, 2023, the Delhi High Court handed down a permanent injunction against a pizza outlet located in Ghaziabad. This injunction prohibits the […]
Living Media India Limited vs. AABTAK CHANNEL.COM and the Dominant Mark Dilemma
Case: Living Media India Limited & Anr. vs. AABTAK CHANNEL.COM (John Does) & Ors. Case Citation: CS(COMM) 193/2022 & I.A. 4841/2022 in the High Court […]
India’s G20 Presidency: A Strategic Vision for Intellectual Property, Trade, and Responsible Artificial Intelligence
India’s assumption of the presidency of the Group of Twenty (G20) presents a defining moment in global diplomacy and policy formulation. It elevates its status […]
The Brihan Karan Verdict: A Closer Look at the Legal Tango of Acquiescence, Appellate Interference, and Passing off
Introduction On September 14, 2023, the Supreme Court issued a judgment in the case of Brihan Karan Sugar Syndicate Private Limited v. Yashwantrao Mohite Krushna […]
GLOBAL INNOVATION INDEX REPORT HIGHLIGHTS 2023
The GII 2023 tracks global innovation trends against a background of uncertainty caused by slow economic recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic, high interest rates, and […]