Licensing of Copyrights in Music: The Tale Of Tunes
For more intellectual property updates follow our WHATSAPP CHANNEL and SUNS LEGAL | LinkedIn Written by Keerthana M, Lawyer, and Verified by Sunil Jose, Managing Attorney, Suns Legal. On my last visit to a nearby clothing store, they had ‘Sajni’ from Laapata Ladies on loop, which made me wonder whether they had obtained a license […]
Delhi HC Upholds CCI’s Authority in Google Payment Systems Challenge
For more intellectual property updates, follow our WHATSAPP CHANNEL and SUNS LEGAL | LinkedIn Written by Maria Therese Syriac, Legal intern, and verified by Sunil Jose, Managing Attorney, Suns Legal. A landmark ruling addressing the Competition Commission’s adjudicatory powers and Google’s compliance with digital payment regulations. Introduction The digital world thrives on innovation, but it […]
Traditional Knowledge vs Individual Rights: The Navara Rice Controversy in Kerala
For more intellectual property updates, follow our WHATSAPP CHANNEL and SUNS LEGAL | LinkedIn Written by Maria Therese Syriac, Legal intern, and verified by Sunil Jose, Managing Attorney, Suns Legal. Navara rice, endemic to the Palakkad district of Kerala, has been cultivated for over 2,000 years. This deep red rice, often called “gold” for its […]
Kerala High Court’s Ruling on Family Courts’ Authority in Trademark Matters: The Calluna Case
For more intellectual property updates, follow our WHATSAPP CHANNEL and SUNS LEGAL | LinkedIn Written by Maria Therese Syriac, Legal intern, and verified by Sunil Jose, Managing Attorney, Suns Legal. C.K. Chandran v. Manju. [OP (FC) NO. 591 OF 2024] Introduction In an interesting trademark dispute that intertwines family law and intellectual property rights, the […]
Patent Refusal: Madras High Court reiterates the importance of speaking order.
For more intellectual property updates follow our WHATSAPP CHANNEL and SUNS LEGAL | LinkedIn Written by Keerthana M, Lawyer, and Verified by Sunil Jose, Managing Attorney, Suns Legal. Intervet International B.V. and Microbial Chemistry Research Foundation V. The Deputy Controller of Patents & Designs (T) CMA (PT) No.119 Of 2023 A reasoned decision or Speaking […]
Judicial Scrutiny of Patent Rejections: Evaluating Therapeutic Efficacy in Cancer-Detecting Compounds
For more intellectual property updates, follow our WHATSAPP CHANNEL and SUNS LEGAL | LinkedIn Written by Maria Therese Syriac, Legal intern, and verified by Sunil Jose, Managing Attorney, Suns Legal. Signal Pharmaceuticals vs. Deputy Controller of Patents ((T)C.M.A(PT).No.145 of 2023) What happens when the system designed to protect medical innovation ends up standing in its […]
The ‘Safe Distance’ Rule in Indian Trademark Jurisprudence
For more intellectual property updates, follow our WHATSAPP CHANNEL and SUNS LEGAL | LinkedIn Written by Aashlin Maria Alex, Legal intern and verified by Sunil Jose, Managing Attorney, Suns Legal. In the recent copyright infringement case of R.C. Plasto Tanks and Pipes Pvt. Ltd. v. Ganesh Gouri Industries & Anr, CM Nos. 39/2023, the appellant sought […]
Gaps in India’s IP Law Enforcement: Lessons from the Puma Case
For more intellectual property updates, follow our WHATSAPP CHANNEL and SUNS LEGAL | LinkedIn Written by Maria Therese Syriac, Legal intern, and verified by Sunil Jose, Managing Attorney, Suns Legal. Arun Kumar vs. State of Punjab (2024:PHHC:155158). In a significant ruling, the Punjab and Haryana High Court in Arun Kumar vs. State of Punjab (2024) […]
Understanding Reverse Passing Off in Indian Trademark Law
For more intellectual property updates, follow our WHATSAPP CHANNEL and SUNS LEGAL | LinkedIn Written by Aashlin Maria Alex, Legal intern and verified by Sunil Jose, Managing Attorney, Suns Legal. INTRODUCTION Trademark law primarily focuses on protecting the goodwill and reputation associated with a brand, ensuring that consumers are not misled and brand owners will […]
WIPO Adopts Riyadh Design Law Treaty
A new Design Law Treaty, aiming to standardize the process of protecting designs internationally, was finalized at the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) conference held in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, from November 11-22, 2024. The treaty, called the “Riyadh Designs Law Treaty,” will come into force after 15 contracting parties sign the agreement. Currently, the protection […]