Intellectual Property Law and Copyright Laws

Indian fashion is a textile of wealth, detail, and elements of heritage, craftsmanship, and history. From the dress of the saree to the cut of the sherwani, Indian fashion speaks for diversity...

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The Hon'ble Supreme Court of India (SC) delivered a significant judgment dated April 15, 2025 in Cryogas Equipment Private Limited v. Inox India Limited & Others and LNG Express India Private Limited v. Inox India Limited & Others.

A rose by any other name may smell as sweet. A dish by any other name would still taste as good. But would it still sell as well? There is a sense of nostalgia when it comes to flavours.

Trade secrets are important for business competitiveness, encompassing confidential information like formulas, processes and design because they hold economic values due to their secrecy.

Digital twins are virtual representations of actual items, systems, or processes that redefine a variety of sectors by allowing for real-time monitoring, predictive analytics, and simulation-driven innovation.

Patent law is designed to balance innovation with fair market competition. While patents grant exclusive rights to inventors, courts must ensure that these rights are exercised within the bounds of equity and public interest.

The Indian Patent Office (IPO) released a new and highly detailed set of Guidelines for the Examination of Computer Related Inventions (CRIs) on July 29, 2025.

In a landmark judgement, the Delhi High Court directed de novo consideration (by another controller) of a patent application rejected for flawed reasons.

In recent years, global fashion houses have increasingly drawn inspiration from traditional Indian crafts and textiles.

In the rapidly evolving tech landscape, innovation and standardization are crucial for ensuring seamless interoperability between products and services.

The case of "Al-Hamd Tradenation vs Phonographic Performances Limited" centered on the issue of whether demanding exorbitant licensing fees constitutes a refusal under Section 31 of the Copyright Act, 1957, and whether such refusal would justify the grant of a compulsory license.