202505.09
25

Unreal Campaign Presentation & Awareness on Counterfeiting in Bangladesh

We had the wonderful opportunity to conduct a virtual International Trademark Association (INTA) Unreal Campaign session for the students at Independent University, Bangladesh. Representing RNA, Technology and IP Attorneys , Swati Dalal, Sonu Kapoor, and Vanshika Oberoi led an engaging discussion on the dangers of counterfeit products, brand protection, and the importance of intellectual property…

202505.01
29

Behind the Likes: Regulating Influencer Responsibility

The case highlights the tension between the freedom of speech of social media influencers and the reputation rights of businesses. The case underscores the role of social media influencers in educating consumers about product quality and safety, while also emphasizing the need for accountability and transparency from businesses. Background San Nutrition Pvt Ltd (San Nutrition)…

202504.28
29

Protection of Engineering Drawings – Copyright Vs Design

Supreme Court recently examined interplay between copyright and design protection in a dispute concerning infringement of intellectual property rights regarding the design and manufacturing of internal parts of cryogenic storage tanks and distribution systems used for transporting industrial gases and liquefied natural gas (LNG). The judgement addresses the maintainability of the appeals and the application…

202504.22
25

Shape, Style and Statute: Exploring Design Laws in India

On 21st April 2025, our Associate Partner, Suvarna Pandey and Senior Associate, Girish Bhatia, were invited to deliver an insightful session on Design Law, shedding light on various dimensions of this fascinating and often underexplored area of Intellectual Property Rights. The session provided a comprehensive overview of the legal framework governing design protection, its practical…

202504.17
29

Phonographic Performance Limited (PPL) Stumbles in a music licensing Dispute

Facts and Background Phonographic Performance Limited (PPL) which owns and controls public performance rights of over 400 music labels with 45 lakh international and domestic sound recordings, issued a notice to Azure Hospitality Private Limited (Azure) on 20 July 2022, asking to cease and desist from exploiting the sound recordings in which PPL held copyright…

202504.17
25

Enforcement of IP and INTA Unreal Campaign

Our Senior Associate, Girish Bhatia conducted an engaging session on topic “Intellectual Property and INTA Unreal Campaign” on Friday, 16th April 2025, at Government Law College, Mumbai. The session was conducted online and attended by over 70 students, both online and offline, many of whom are specializing in intellectual property. The session focused on the…

202504.16
25

Interview on The Legal Side of AI & Media Protecting Innovation

Our Senior Associate, Girish Bhatia, was recently invited for an engaging interview with Lion Amirr Virani, Founder of The Emerging India Forum, on The Koffee Conversation Show, powered by Prime Infotech Solution. During the conversation, Girish shared compelling insights into the legal implications of Artificial Intelligence, emphasizing how AI is reshaping industries and challenging conventional…

202504.16
25

Unreal Campaign presentation at Vega School, Gurgaon

RNA is pleased to share that the Unreal Campaign presentation was successfully conducted at Vega School, Gurgaon – National Capital Region (Haryana), India on 15th April 2025. We had the opportunity to engage with over 100 bright and curious students. The session was led by Rachna Bakhru (Partner) and tanya roy (Executive Assistant), who spoke…

202504.12
25

INTA Pre-annual Meet, 2025

Our Partner Rachna Bakhru, Managing Associate Swati Dalal, and Senior Associate Girish Bhatia recently attended the Pre-Annual Meet, where they engaged in enriching discussions on the dynamic and ever-evolving intersection of Intellectual Property (IP) and music. The session offered a platform to delve into the legal and creative dimensions of the music industry, highlighting the…