IP and SMEs- Taking your Ideas to the Market

IP and SMEs- Taking your Ideas to the Market In the era of knowledge-driven economy, Intellectual Property Right is a key consideration in day to day business decisions. Also, as the world grapples with the clutches of the deadly Novel Corona Virus (COVID-19), we must keep in mind that Intellectual Property and innovation is and… Continue reading IP and SMEs- Taking your Ideas to the Market

Substantial Amendments in Indian Patent Rules, 2019

Substantial Amendments in Indian Patent Rules, 2019 The Government, in its initiative of boosting the economy and increasing the Number of Patent Filings, has amended the Patent Rules. The Department of Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) has notified the rules further to amend the Patents Rules, 2003. The Indian Patent Office enforced the… Continue reading Substantial Amendments in Indian Patent Rules, 2019

Can a design qualify as a trademark: Delhi High Court settles the air for now

Can a design qualify as a trademark: Delhi High Court settles the air for now CROCS INC THE GLOBAL FOOTWEAR GIANT FACED LEGAL BLOW WHEN SINGLE JUDGE OF DELHI HIGH COURT DISMISSED 6 SUITS FILED BY CROCS USA AGAINST SEVERAL FOOTWEAR MANUFACTURERS UNDER PASSING OFF ACTION. THE SAID MANUFACTURERS (BATA, LIBERTY ETC) WERE ALLEGEDLY COPYING… Continue reading Can a design qualify as a trademark: Delhi High Court settles the air for now

Patents now Fast tracked through Expedited Examination at Indian Patent Office

Patents now Fast tracked through Expedited Examination at Indian Patent Office Filling of the patent application before the Indian Patent Office is the first step towards securing the Patent rights for one’s invention in India. The application for the patent is submitted in the requisite forms along with the patent specification or a description of… Continue reading Patents now Fast tracked through Expedited Examination at Indian Patent Office