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Part III: Descriptive Marks

This post was first published on 8th September, 2014. In continuation to the earlier post where we covered the US approach towards protection of descriptive marks, in the current post, we will be analyzing the circumstances in which descriptive marks can be protected in the EU. The EU position towards descriptive marks is clearly stated under Article 7(1)(c) of the Council Regulation (EC) No. 207/2009, which is couched in the similar language as that of the provision in the Indian Trademarks Act 1999,…

BananaIP Reporter Intellectual Property, Trademarks July 25, 2019 804Views 0Like

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Trademarking the Name of God? Huh! – Part 3

This post was first published on 8th September, 2014. In continuation to the previous post, we shall now have a look at other important cases where the issue of whether or not one can monopolize the name of the Creator by trademarking the name of God is discussed. In order to prevent unauthorized use of the picture of diety of Attukal Devi and description of "Sabarimala of Women / Streegalode Shabharimala (in Malayalam)", Attukal Bhagavathy Temple Trust has secured registration for the…

BananaIP Reporter Intellectual Property, Trademarks July 25, 2019 946Views 0Like

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Invention that Revolutionized the Industrial Revolution!

This post was first published on 13th October, 2014. Most of us have learned about the Industrial Revolution that took place in the 18th and 19th centuries, that ultimately resulted in the transition to the new manufacturing processes found even today. While I was reading about the industrial revolution, the question that flashed in my mind was, "Is there any invention that fueled the revolution?". Well, surprisingly (or not), the answer is a Yes! It's nothing but the Steam Engine. Let…

BananaIP Reporter Intellectual Property, Patents July 25, 2019 1397Views 0Like

Patentability of Higher Life Forms

This post was first published on 5th September, 2014. Today we will be discussing a case where the patent grant was rejected by the Canadian Patent Office as higher life forms are patent ineligible subject matter under the Act. Canada (Commissioner of Patents) (Appellants) vs. President & Fellows of Harvard College (Respondents) Case: The case was about a patent application filed by the Harvard College for a transgenic mouse. In the transgenic mouse, the genome was genetically altered with the insertion of an oncogene.…

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Broadcasting Licenses under Sec. 31D of Copyright Amendment Act, 2012

This post was first published on 4th September, 2014. The Copyright Amendment Act, 2012 has incorporated a new section into Chapter VI of the Copyright Act, which authorizes the Copyright Board to grant licenses to communicate to the public by way of performance of a literary or musical work and sound recording, which has already been published after paying Royalty fixed by the Board. One question that is frequently raised with respect to this section is its relevance and applicability to…

BananaIP Reporter Copyrights, Intellectual Property July 25, 2019 1328Views 0Like

Can there be a Patent for a Method of Patent Trolling?

This post was first published on 11th October, 2014. How about committing the crime of killing all the criminals so as to prevent crime? Sounds outrageous, doesn't it? Well, then how about patenting the patent troll in order to prevent patent trolling? The USPTO is proof enough for granting some of the weirdest and craziest patents. But this one seems to be the cherry on the icing on the cake. Halliburton Energy Services Inc. has made an Application No. 11/741429 before the…

BananaIP Reporter Intellectual Property, Patents July 25, 2019 795Views 0Like

Soggy Pizza? Blame it on the Box!

This post was first published on 2nd April, 2014. Vinay Mehta ordered pizza one evening. It was soggy from the steam trapped inside the box, a far cry from the crispy, steamy pizza he'd hoped for. Although this dampened the pizza's aroma, it was nowhere near dampening his spirit. Instead, Mr. Mehta resolved to end this problem once and for all. All it took was a little "thinking outside the box". Or was it inside? Here's how it goes: While the food…

BananaIP Reporter Intellectual Property, Patents July 25, 2019 1527Views 0Like

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Mind your L’s and M’s: Licensing & Merchandising – Part 1

This post was first published on 2nd September, 2014. Merchandising is an extension of a brand into new categories. Any merchandise is created by securing license of different Intellectual Properties such as themes, images, songs or dialogues of a film, characters etc. It is in the past decade that Movie Merchandise and Character Merchandise has gained popularity in India. According to the industry reports, global licensing & merchandising is a huge business with its top 125 licensors accounting for sales amounting…

BananaIP Reporter Intellectual Property, Media and Entertainment Law July 25, 2019 825Views 0Like

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Works Made for Hire and Film Production – Part I: Notes on Copyright Amendment, 2012

This post was first published on 24th June, 2014. 'Made for hire' works are of two types: a. Works created under a contract of employment or apprenticeship (Contract of Service); and b. Specially commissioned works (Contract for Service). Copyright Law, with respect to works made for hire is codified under Section 17 of the Indian Copyright Act. Clauses (b) and (c) of the section are specifically relevant to this article. They read as follows: "17. First owner of copyright... (b) subject to…

BananaIP Reporter Copyrights, Intellectual Property July 24, 2019 4536Views 0Like

Can Combining Contrivances Give Rise to Inventive Step? – An IPAB Case Note

This post was published on 24th January, 2014. Eaton Electric BV Vs. Deputy Controller of Patents and Designs, Intellectual Property Appellate Board (IPAB) Decision - Mp. No. 86/210, Decided on 14th July, 2011. Invention: A hygrometer is used in combination with the arrangement of a moisture absorbing agent, which is provided inside the enclosed housing of a Switch Gear. Prior Art: 1. Switch gear in enveloping housing filled with dry air to control Arc energy. 2. Introduction of moisture absorbing agent to reduce water content in the air. Question:…

BananaIP Reporter Intellectual Property, Patents July 24, 2019 708Views 0Like

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Part III: Descriptive Marks

Trademarking the Name of God? Huh! – Part 3

Invention that Revolutionized the Industrial Revolution!

Patentability of Higher Life Forms

Broadcasting Licenses under Sec. 31D of Copyright Amendment Act, 2012

Can there be a Patent for a Method of Patent Trolling?

Soggy Pizza? Blame it on the Box!

Mind your L’s and M’s: Licensing & Merchandising – Part 1

Works Made for Hire and Film Production – Part I: Notes on Copyright Amendment, 2012

Can Combining Contrivances Give Rise to Inventive Step? – An IPAB Case Note

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