OpenTV Inc. v The Controller of Patents and Designs and Anr: One more Landmark Case related to patentability of software related inventions

Introduction: Intellectual property rights play a crucial role in promoting innovation, creativity, and economic growth. In the ever-evolving landscape of technology and digital content, protecting these rights becomes increasingly important. One such pivotal case that garnered significant attention in the legal and intellectual property communities is OpenTV Inc. v The Controller of Patents and Designs[…read more ]

Patent claim amendment u/s 59(1); Closure look from lenses of Delhi high court

High Court examines the scope of permissible patent claim amendments in the pre-grant stage in the application 7039/DELNP/2012   In the order dated January 20, 2023, the Hon’ble Delhi High Court (hereinafter referred to as “the Hon’ble High Court”) has reverse an order passed by the learned Controller of Patents (hereinafter referred to as “the[…read more ]

Unveiling the Power of Patent Landscaping

Introduction: In today’s highly competitive and innovation-driven world, intellectual property plays a crucial role in protecting and fostering innovation. Patents, in particular, serve as a valuable tool for inventors, researchers, and businesses to safeguard their novel ideas, inventions, and technological advancements. However, the process of identifying existing patents, understanding their scope, and analyzing their potential[…read more ]

Well Known Trademark Case Study – ITC Limited v/s Central Park Estates Private Limited & Anr

Introduction A trademark is a distinctive word, phrase, symbol, or design that is used to identify and distinguish a particular product or service from those of others. Trademarks are used to protect the reputation and goodwill of a business, and to help consumers identify and differentiate products and services in the marketplace. Trademarks can be[…read more ]

IPR AND CYBERLAW CANNOT BE SEPERATED

Intellectual property means knowledge or information in any form which has a commercial value and Intellectual property rights can be defined as a ideas, inventions and creations i.e. Copyright, Patent, Trademark, Design are some of the types of Intellectual Properties. Intellectual Property rights are intangible rights that are referred to as the creation of the[…read more ]

Protection of Trade dress under Intellectual Property

Introduction IPR (Intellectual Property Right) refers to the legal rights that protect the creative and intellectual works of individuals and organizations. IPR can include copyrights, trademarks, patents, and trade secrets, among other forms of intellectual property. These rights are important for protecting the interests of creators and ensuring that they are properly compensated for their[…read more ]

Geographical Indication-An unexplored IPR

The IPR i.e. intellectual property rights include various types of properties such as trademark, copyrights etc. one of such property which is present in this ambit of IPR is geographical indications or famously known as G.I. A geographical indication is a sign used on products that has a specific geographic origin and includes the qualities[…read more ]