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Karnataka High Court breaks barriers on accessibility at Intellectual Property office in landmark ruling

In a landmark judgment, the Karnataka High Court has directed the Indian Intellectual Property Office to implement accessibility measures, ensuring that Persons with Disabilities can interact with the IPO systems seamlessly, setting a new precedent for inclusivity in governmental digital interfaces. Continue Reading Karnataka High Court breaks barriers on accessibility at Intellectual Property office in landmark ruling

September 21, 2024 BananaIP Reporter Accessibility, Case Reviews, General, Intellectual Property 0Comment 540Views 3Likes

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Delhi High Court Prioritizes Cases Involving Persons with Disabilities

The Delhi High Court has issued a circular on 24.07.2024, mandating that litigants and advocates dealing with disability cases inform the Joint Registrar/Deputy Registrar for priority listing. This initiative aims to ensure that such cases are disposed of swiftly and efficiently. Continue Reading Delhi High Court Prioritizes Cases Involving Persons with Disabilities

August 21, 2024 BananaIP Reporter Accessibility, General 0Comment 292Views 1Like

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Guidelines on Film Accessibility in India: Comments and Suggestions

BananaIP’s accessibility attorneys submit recommendations to enhance cinema accessibility standards for the hearing and visually impaired as per the MoIB’s draft guidelines. Continue Reading Guidelines on Film Accessibility in India: Comments and Suggestions

January 30, 2024 BananaIP Reporter Accessibility, Intellectual Property 0Comment 634Views 0Like

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The IP Profession: An Ideal Career Path for Persons with Disabilities in India

Pursuing a career in Intellectual Property (IP) is a promising, rewarding, and accessible choice for persons with disabilities in India. The IP field is known for its diverse opportunities and inclusive nature. Why choose the IP Profession? Here are some reasons why IP is an excellent career option for individuals with disabilities: Any Educational Background: The IP profession is available for individuals from any educational discipline. It's not limited to law graduates, and persons with disabilities having arts, commerce, business, science,…

January 9, 2024 BananaIP Reporter Accessibility, Intellectual Property 0Comment 516Views 0Like

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Comments and Suggestions on the Draft Intellectual Property Rights Rules

Our Comments on the Draft IPD Rules of Calcutta High Court

BananaIP has submitted its comments/suggestion with respect to the Draft IPD Rules of the Calcutta High Court. Through this post, we are sharing the submission made to the Court. Continue Reading Our Comments on the Draft IPD Rules of Calcutta High Court

January 8, 2024 BananaIP Reporter Accessibility, Intellectual Property 0Comment 567Views 0Like

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Key IP Updates: Broadcasting Bill, SDGs & Data Protection – Nov 21, 2023

Discover key IP developments in the Broadcasting Bill 2023, SDG-focused inventions, data protection rulings, domain disputes, and more with BananaIP. Continue Reading Key IP Updates: Broadcasting Bill, SDGs & Data Protection – Nov 21, 2023

November 21, 2023 BananaIP Reporter Accessibility, General, Intellectual Property 0Comment 999Views 0Like

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BananaIP Weekly IP Insights – November 15th, 2023

Welcome to the latest edition of BananaIP's Weekly IP Insights, published on November 15th, 2023. Our dedicated team at BananaIP has meticulously researched and compiled key developments in the intellectual property domain to keep you informed and up-to-date. This week, we bring you significant updates from the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO), insights into global patent trends, and notable advancements in the realm of accessibility and intellectual property rights. Our commitment is to provide reliable and comprehensive information for our…

November 15, 2023 BananaIP Reporter Accessibility, General, Intellectual Property 0Comment 741Views 0Like

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BananaIP's Comments on DPIIT's Draft Patents (Amendment) Rules, 2023

Comments on Draft Patents (Amendment) Rules, 2023 – Submitted by BananaIP’s Patent Attorneys

BananaIP Counsels has recently submitted its comments and suggestions to the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) concerning the Proposed Draft Patents (Amendment) Rules, 2023. The comments submitted are detailed below. You may also download an accessible PDF version of the comments here - Detailed Comments and Suggestions on Proposed Amendments to Patents Rules 2003 Detailed Comments and Suggestions: Proposed Draft Amendment Rules, 2023 Submitted to: The Secretary, Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade, Ministry of Commerce and…

September 5, 2023 BananaIP Reporter Accessibility, Intellectual Property, Patents 0Comment 2269Views 0Like

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Monthly Roundup: Key IP Cases reported in March 2023

BananaIP Counsels has been following the recent developments in Trademarks, Patents, Copyrights, and Designs cases. This monthly roundup provides some insight into the developments made in these cases by various High Courts in India. The month of March saw an interesting mix of intellectual property decisions from courts in India. This post brings to you a list of important decisions relating to Trademarks, Copyrights, Patents, Consumer Protection and Accessibility Laws. We hope that this information helps our readers stay informed…

April 10, 2023 BananaIP Reporter Accessibility, Case Study, Copyrights, e-Commerce Law, Intellectual Property, Patents, Trademarks 0Comment 5430Views 0Like

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Accessibility is Mandatory for Businesses says CCPD

In a recent recommendation, the Chief Commissioner for Persons with Disabilities (CCPD) stated that private establishments such as businesses, societies, associations, and so on are bound by the accessibility requirements under the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016 (the "RPwD Act"). It concluded in a case filed by Mr. Rahul Bajaj, an upcoming IP attorney, against Practo Technologies Private Limited ("Practo") and the Director General of Health Services ("DGHS"). In the case, Mr. Bajaj argued that the Practo application,…