Category: Intellectual Property

Granting Geographical Indication Tag To ‘Temple Prasadam’: Violation Of The Law Of Land? (Part I)

22nd February, 2022 - 4:14 am Categories: Intellectual Property

This is the Part I of the two-part blog on the issue that emerged that in 2009 after the ‘Tirupati Laddu’, the sacred Temple Prasadam offered at the renowned Tirupati Venkateswara Temple was granted a Geographical Indication Tag. INTRODUCTION In 2008, Tirumala Tirupati Devsthanams (TTD) the trust which regulates the Sri Venkateswara Temple, Tirupati applied … Continue reading Granting Geographical Indication Tag To ‘Temple Prasadam’: Violation Of The Law Of Land? (Part I)

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Identical Trademarks: A dilemma of Textual interpretation v. Contextual interpretation of a Statute

16th February, 2022 - 4:40 am Categories: Intellectual Property

Introduction In the case of Renaissance Hotel Holdings INC Vs B Vijaya Sai (2022), an appeal was recently filed in the Supreme Court of India against a High Court of Karnataka order finding that the respondents/defendants had not violated the appellant/trademark plaintiff’s “RENAISSANCE” under the Trade Marks Act, 1999. This blog examines the Supreme Court’s … Continue reading Identical Trademarks: A dilemma of Textual interpretation v. Contextual interpretation of a Statute

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Battle Of The Brands: Easygroup Can’t Take It ‘Easy’ Against Skyscanner

16th February, 2022 - 4:34 am Categories: Intellectual Property Trademark

In yet another case of Easygroup Ltd. V. Skyscanner, Inc, the United States District Court Southern District of Florida (“Court”) took trademarks to the mat. This case examined the infringement of four registered trademarks in the United Kingdom, as well as the shared liability for passing off. On January 7, EasyGroup, a British company, filed … Continue reading Battle Of The Brands: Easygroup Can’t Take It ‘Easy’ Against Skyscanner

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Role Of Employees Pension Scheme 1995 In Social Security Of Employees

14th February, 2022 - 12:39 pm Categories: Corporate Law Intellectual Property

INTRODUCTION Labour regulations are generally concerned with the protective aspects of social security, encompassing laws and programmes that provide fallback mechanisms to help employees cope with the occasional crises that affect households. Social security regulations are crucial not only for the welfare of society, but also for the productivity of the workforce in any activity. … Continue reading Role Of Employees Pension Scheme 1995 In Social Security Of Employees

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All You Need To Know About The Assignment Of Design Rights

10th February, 2022 - 3:58 am Categories: Design Intellectual Property

Introduction Industrial design Industrial designs are part of the aesthetic sector, but they’re also meant to be used as a blueprint for the production of industrial or handcrafted goods. The ornamental or aesthetic part of a practical object that must appeal to the sense of sight and may consist of the shape, pattern, and/or colour … Continue reading All You Need To Know About The Assignment Of Design Rights

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Khurana And Khurana (K&K) Advises Clensta On Its Series A Funding

8th February, 2022 - 10:56 am Categories: Intellectual Property

Khurana and Khurana acted as the IP Counsel for Clensta on its recent funding round where the Company, a leading D2C personal and home care products startup, raised Rs. 20 crores in its Series A funding round that was led by Hem Angels, Venture Catalyst along with Inflection Point Ventures. K&K successfully advised Clensta on … Continue reading Khurana And Khurana (K&K) Advises Clensta On Its Series A Funding

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The Web Of Cybersquatting: Are Laws Needed To Clean Up The Web?

4th February, 2022 - 12:44 pm Categories: Intellectual Property

INTRODUCTION The internet’s unavoidable presence and use in our daily lives is the pinnacle of modern technological innovation. However, this progress has also served as a breeding environment for a variety of illegal activities. Cybersquatting is one such activity that has gained interntaional and national attention. CYBERSQUATTING Cybersquatting is defined as registering, trafficking, or using … Continue reading The Web Of Cybersquatting: Are Laws Needed To Clean Up The Web?

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Whether Copyright Registration Of A Label Is Necessary For Claiming Relief In The Court Of Law

4th February, 2022 - 12:22 pm Categories: Intellectual Property

INTRODUCTION From the beginning of time, man has always evolved with the help of his intellect. This intellect has helped in creating ideas and some of the world’s most prized possessions. But without any regulatory framework, this expression of ideas was threatened by infringement, non-development and lack of financial incentive that led to disheartened artists. … Continue reading Whether Copyright Registration Of A Label Is Necessary For Claiming Relief In The Court Of Law

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Is The Concept Of A Social Media Influencer Still Underdeveloped In India?

1st February, 2022 - 1:30 pm Categories: Intellectual Property

“The Defendant is falling under a nascent category of individuals, popularly known as “social media influencers” – J. Kathawala[1] This statement was quoted by a single-judge bench of the Hon’ble Bombay High Court while recognizing social media influencers. An order was granted in favor of the plaintiff i.e. Marico Limited by the court but subsequently, … Continue reading Is The Concept Of A Social Media Influencer Still Underdeveloped In India?

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Buyer’s Cartels: A Concern For Competition Law

31st January, 2022 - 4:42 am Categories: Competition Law Intellectual Property

INTRODUCTION There is a wide connotation to the word “cartel.” The interpretation adopted by a majority of jurists and legislatures suggests that the word must be understood in the true spirit of competition law, which is to promote healthy competition in a free and fair market. However, reality begs to differ, with the word having … Continue reading Buyer’s Cartels: A Concern For Competition Law

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