The Trade Marks Registry has finally moved away from the outdated Internet Explorer-based signing system to a new Browser Signing Solution. While this is a welcome change, the official manual is incomplete and misses critical steps (especially license purchase & activation). This guide simplifies the entire process into a clear,
This article examines the concept of novelty as a key criterion for patentability and analyses its application under the Indian Patents Act, 1970, as well as in the patent systems of the United States and the United Kingdom. It highlights the role of novelty in determining whether an invention qualifies
Holi, Law & The Human Condition ABSTRACT India’s constitutional democracy is not a cold document locked behind glass it is a living, breathing promise made to every citizen, renewed at every sunrise. This article examines what happens when one of India’s most beloved festivals Holi collides with that promise. Drawing
INTRODUCTION The copyright infringement and De Minimis defence are often seen as complementary because the De Minimis principle is commonly used as a defence in Intellectual Property (IP) law. The term De Minimis is derived from the Latin phrase “de minimis non curat lex,” which means “the law does not
INTRODUCTION As Holi brings India alive with a riot of colours, it’s a good time to think about how colours matter beyond just festivals. In business, colours can be a powerful way to identify a brand. Many companies rely on logos, names, or slogans to stand out, but the colours
ABSTRACT In the Union Budget 2026-27, the Finance Bill 2026 proposes a series of amendments to the Central Goods and Services Tax Act of 2017 and the Integrated Goods and Services Tax Act of 2017. These proposed changes seek to address practical issues that have emerged during GST implementation process
INTRODUCTION The objective of trademark law is to preserve the identification of brands, prevent customer misunderstandings, and maintain the goodwill that companies have developed. The Trade Marks Act, 1999, is the main piece of legislation controlling trademarks in India. This act gives owners the right to use their registered trademarks
ABSTRACT In India, Intellectual Property Law and Competition Law are considered two of the principal statutes governing the fair and proper use of intellectual property. Both statutes have distinct features, yet they operate simultaneously, or side by side. In today’s world, the relationship between IP Law and Competition Law remains
INTRODUCTION GST (Goods and Services Tax) is a tax system introduced in India on 1st July 2017. It is a value added tax system levied on goods & services. The GST is paid by consumers but transferred to the government by the businesses that are selling the goods & services.
INTRODUCTION VapoRub of Vicks is a household name, yet the Court ruled that the term ‘Vapo’ is descriptive and cannot be monopolized by the brand. Vicks Vaporub, one of India’s most recognized medicinal brands, recently became the focal point of a significant trademark dispute before the Madras High Court. The
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