202111.19
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Non-Conventional Trademarks

Our Associate Girish Bhatia was invited by Indian Lawyers Association Sonipat Chapter to conduct a session on Non-Conventional Trademarks. The session took place for around 1hr on 19th November 2021 which included the PPT presentation followed by the question and answers round. It was attended by students, teachers and lawyers with different specialization. The session…

202111.15
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Relaxo asserts its Design in the Slippers to stop Aqualite’s use

Indian footwear market is estimated to be US $ 15.5 billion by 2022. With tremendous growth potential, the sector is witnessing an unprecedented investment and launch of footwear directed towards all segments of society. As disposable income rises among Indian consumers, they move up the value chain, demanding products for different uses and occasions. The…

202111.08
9

The battle over orange-red colour scheme for noodles wrapper

ITC filed the suit for passing off and copyright infringement before the Additional City Civil and Sessions Judge, Commercial Court, Bengaluru against CG Foods Pvt Ltd (CGF), makers of noodles under the brand ‘Wai Wai’. ITC alleged CGF has copied the visual appearance of Sunfeast Yippee Noodles wrapper . ITC seeks to restrain CGF from…

202110.11
10

Demand to clarify legality of NFTs in India grows

Non-fungible tokens (NFTs) have recently gained enormous traction in India. While the COVID-19 pandemic adversely impacted the art markets in India, NFTs bring hope to the artists and creators looking at the digital art markets to overcome traditional market barriers. Digital platforms can provide for artists to access a broader market base, gain better reach,…

202110.07
23

INTA Unreal Campaign – student engagement sessions (Nirma University)

Our Partner Rachna Bakhru successfully conducted a session at Nirma University, Dehradun on 07th October 2021. The talk lasted for around 1hr 30mins which was followed by questions and answers. The campaign was attended by 140+ law students. The teachers along with the students had different queries related to difference between first copy, second copy…

202110.05
9

Renewable energy and Patents in India

India is the world’s third‐largest energy-consuming country with a population of approx. 1.3 billion. Studies indicate that energy use has doubled since 2000, with 80% of demand still being met by coal, oil, and solid biomass. The country’s economic growth demands increase in its energy resources, energy systems, and infrastructure. As per International Energy Agency…