TRADEMARK AND GST: ‘Clearing the Air’ In present scenario, the goodwill attached to the brands is a vital guiding factor for the consumers to decide on the purchase of the brand products. The role of trademarks in the modern society is dynamic and also the creativity which goes into the development of brands is substantial.… Continue reading TRADEMARK AND GST: ‘Clearing the Air’
The Legality behind N95 as a Trademark N95, Where N stands for “not resistant to oil” and a capability of filtering out 95% airborne particles, a term and technology we know was adopted and invented in 1970s when Sara Little Turnball invented this phenomena and which was introduced in the market by the giant company… Continue reading The Legality behind N95 as a Trademark
Intersection of Law & Technology: Blockchain & IP Law and technology go hand in hand, apparently when a new technology is developed the law ensures the protection of it. One can surely connote both having an asymptotic relationship. Blockchain-AI convergence is inevitable. Blockchain validates secure storage and sharing of data whilst, AI can analyze and… Continue reading Intersection of Law & Technology: Blockchain & IP
CHANGING TRENDS OF PATENT FILING DURING AND POST PANDEMIC Talking about the trends of patent filings in India, in the past decade or so, there has been a drastic raise in patent filings. Marking its impact in the competitive era, India has witnessed increased innovations in turn driving the growth in patent filings. Recent patent… Continue reading Changing Trends Of Patent Filing During And Post Pandemic
Patent (2nd Amendment) Rules, 2020 The Patent (2nd Amendment) Rules,2020; (2nd Revised Rules 2020) published by DPIIT in the Official Gazette of India on 4th November 2020 have come into force with immediate effect. A gist of these revised rules is summarized as under: – The Official fees for filing and prosecution of Indian Patent… Continue reading Patent (2nd Amendment) Rules, 2020
Know-how of IP Licensing Creation of Intellectual Property and maximizing its value have become vital for survival and success of businesses today. Though the derivation of benefits of such value can be done in multiple ways, Licensing of Intellectual Property has emerged as a very effective means for commercialization of Intellectual Property assets. IP licensing… Continue reading Know-how of IP Licensing
Changing matrix of IP-for development and beyond Intellectual Property has witnessed tremendous growth and expansion in past 2 decades. Not only has its awareness increased, but it has also entered in unconventional fields which we could not have thought of before 10-15 years. This idea can be derived from the most basic/fundamental example of a… Continue reading Changing matrix of IP-for development and beyond
Amended Patent Rules, 2020 The Patent Amendment Rules 2020 have come into effect from 19 October 2020 published by DPIIT in the Official Gazette of India. The Draft Rules namely Patents Amendments Rules 2019 were published dated 31st May 2019 for inviting objections and suggestions from all persons likely to be affected. These amendments… Continue reading Amended Patent Rules, 2020
‘Khadi sets an example’ A review on role of Khadi’s Vigilante in protecting its Intellectual Property Introduction:– Khadi, also known as Khaddar, is a rough fabric texture and hand woven cloth in India. Khadi is a trademark which is owned by KVIC, Khadi and Village Industries Commission. Khadi, which is often in discussion for its… Continue reading ‘Khadi sets an example’ A review on role of Khadi’s Vigilante in protecting its Intellectual Property
Online IP Filing Portals – a boon or a trap In recent years, the use of online platforms, social media and use of AI has increased tremendously in almost all sorts of businesses. The legal profession is not left out from this. Generally, any entrepreneur or business entity looking forward to avail legal services… Continue reading Online IP Filing Portals – a boon or a trap
