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TRAI’s Net Neutrality Regulation: How will this impact existing services?

On 8th February, the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) released regulations and an associated explanation memorandum prohibiting discriminatory tariff for data services. We had earlier posted about the decision of TRAI here. In this post, we are analysing how the decision affects the existing services offered by various Telecom Service Providers (TSP) such as Airtel Zero, Free Basics and specific data packs. What is Net Neutrality? Network Neutrality is the principle that states that the entire…

February 18, 2016 BananaIP Reporter Intellectual Property 0Comment 693Views 0Like

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Staying in Shape: Weight Loss Patents IV

Hello there dear readers, it’s Wednesday again and we are back with some more patents which aim at helping you burn that unhealthy fat and get in shape. While they do not promise a chiseled you in 7 days, they can surely get you closer to that desired look. Let us begin with the first invention - titled “Exercise device”. The invention as disclosed in US 12/341,636 relates to a device for exercising. More particularly this invention relates to a yoga prop used formulation dimensional…

February 17, 2016 BananaIP Reporter Intellectual Property, Patents 0Comment 641Views 0Like

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Copyright Controversy Over Dr. B.R.Ambedkar’s Work

To celebrate the 125th birth anniversary of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar the Centre wants to re-publish his original collected work of Bhimrao Ambedkar’s “Sampoorn Dandmay” (writings and speeches). However, the Centre’s plans have been dampened by the copyright tussle involving the aforementioned work. The Centre is facing some strict opposition from Prakash Ambedkar, grandson of Dr. B.R.Ambedkar who is the copyright holder and who has refused to allow printing of the original collected works in English. Earlier the Maharashtra government signed…

February 16, 2016 BananaIP Reporter Copyrights, Intellectual Property 0Comment 1475Views 0Like

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Historical Patents: To Pin or Not to Pin

A destitute man was nervously twisting a brass wire in his work-shed, trying to think of something that would help him pay off his debt, when an idea struck him. The man was Walter Hunt, and the idea was a dress pin, which we know as the modern safety pin. In his patent filing for the safety pin, Hunt described the invention of “a pin made of one piece of wire or metal combining a spring, and clasp or catch,”…

February 15, 2016 BananaIP Reporter Intellectual Property, Patents 0Comment 939Views 0Like

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Valentines Day Gifts (Love Patents IX): Happy Valentine’s Day!

The day has finally arrived! Hearts, roses, gifts, curious onlookers, etc. are all over the street. It looks like there is nothing in this world to be prized more than true love. On this special occasion of proposing your love and to make the special ones feel more special, here comes a patented invention for all those who believe in love. The patented invention being discussed here is filed in the US with the Application number – US 11362934 and…

February 14, 2016 BananaIP Reporter Intellectual Property, Patents 0Comment 722Views 0Like

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Valentines Day Gifts (Love Patents VIII): The Big Day

It’s the Valentine’s day and many of you might be putting best efforts to impress your partner or partner-to-be. You might have realized the role of effective communication in relationships. What you communicate and the way you communicate can really make an impact and can make someone fall in love with you. As the technology has evolved, there are variety of options for people to communicate each other, which includes audio and/video conferencing mechanisms as well. However, no matter how…

February 14, 2016 BananaIP Reporter Intellectual Property, Patents 0Comment 569Views 0Like

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Valentines Day Gifts (Love Patents VII): Actions Speak Louder Than Words

On this eve of Valentines, most of us are looking forward to receiving gifts and most would have already planned big dates, exquisite dinners or indulgent getaways. Love is in the air and it’s time for chocolates, flowers, hugs, wishes, greetings filled with romantic words. The charm of valentine’s day still lies in pouring our heart out to our loved one and greeting cards have always be our companion in expressing our deepest feelings. Yes – the age old greeting…

February 13, 2016 BananaIP Reporter Intellectual Property, Patents 0Comment 672Views 0Like

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Valentine’s Day Gifts ( Love Patents VI): Surprise!!

In today’s digital age, everything from birthdays to weddings to anniversaries have been digitalized. One can always send personalized cards or messages via electronic means, the whole process is cheaper and time saving but for some reason, it does not carry the same charm as a physical card or a gift made pain stakingly. Long distance relationships for instance are majorly based on communication between the lovers through phone or other means. Such relationships are often more difficult to keep…

February 13, 2016 BananaIP Reporter Intellectual Property, Patents 0Comment 742Views 0Like

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Valentine’s Day Gifts ( Love Patents V):Well Played!

"All you need is love, Love is all you need"- The Beatles Its two days to go for Valentine’s Day, and it’s about time you stepped up your game. Although you don’t need a special day to express your love for someone, it doesn’t hurt to make this one extra special. A lot of you might be suiting up and you probably will be making dinner reservations, at a nice, posh restaurant. Maybe you will order her favourite wine or …

February 12, 2016 BananaIP Reporter Intellectual Property, Media and Entertainment Law, Patents 0Comment 729Views 0Like

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Valentine’s Day Gifts ( Love Patents IV): Eat, Sing ,Love

“Roses are red. Violets are blue Nobody can love you, The way I do. This little gift is for you Because you know “I Love you” That’s a cheesy enough short poem. Now, all that we need to do is to give these lyrics some tune and you are all set for the upcoming Valentine’s Day. But hasn't this been done to death? Time to think outside of the box.We have already had a bunch of posts now suggesting some…