HOW SKILL, R&D AND IP TRIAD CAN SECURE INDIA’S INNOVATION FUTURE Innovation is the quiet force that transforms societies. It begins as a simple idea in a curious mind, grows through experimentation and learning, and finally becomes a product, service, or process that improves lives. For a country like India, with its vast population, youthful
Where does “COPYRIGHT” end AND “TRADEMARK” Begin? Ownership is the keystone of IPR. Copyright only protects the tangible expression of an idea and not the idea itself. While trademarks occur in the market through branding to help consumers distinguish one product from another, copyright law provides creative content copyright protection. Copyright and trademark laws are
Raghav Chadha drew attention on the section 52 under Copyright Act, 1957, that deals with “Fair Use” In a recent sitting of the Rajya Sabha, Member of Parliament Raghav Chadha drew attention on the section 52 under Copyright Act, 1957, that deals with “Fair Use”, and how that the law, in its present form, has
Personality Rights of Artists in India: When Identity Becomes Intellectual Property In the vibrant tapestry of India’s media and entertainment landscape, artists are not just creators, they are brands. Their name, image, voice, catchphrases, style, and persona carry immense cultural and commercial value. But unlike a painted canvas or a recorded song, a person’s identity
Moral Rights in Media & Entertainment Law Unlike economic rights which are about wealth, earning, selling, licensing, or assigning creative products, moral rights under Section 57 of the Copyright Act, 1957 are about identity, dignity, and reputation. They recognize that a piece of art, a song, a photograph, a novel written story is not just
Copyright, Patents and Scientific Theses under Indian Law Copyright in India: Literary Work Under the Indian Copyright Act, 1957 (as amended), copyright protects original literary, dramatic, musical and artistic works, as well as sound recordings and films. This naturally includes scientific theses, research dissertations and technical manuscripts, provided they are original, expressed in a tangible
Idea–Expression Dichotomy in Copyright Law Copyright law offers its protection not to wandering ideas, but to the unique and tangible ways in which those ideas are expressed. This delicate separation, known as the idea–expression dichotomy, ensures that thoughts remain free for all, while the artistry and creativity that shapes those thoughts receives its rightful protection.
Can a Logo Be Copyrighted in India under the Copyright Act, 1957? In today’s world, a logo is much more than just a design. It is the face of a brand, the first impression, and often the most remembered element of a business. From small startups to large corporations, everyone wants their logo to be
Rights of Celebrities, Actors, and Artists Under Indian Copyright Law In India, the world of creativity is protected not merely by admiration but by law. Copyright law stands as a quiet guardian behind every artist, actor, musician, and performer who breathes life into their work. Though the spotlight often shines on their faces and performances,
Appeals under the Indian Patents Act, 1970 – an informative article to understand appeals procedure available in the newly amended Indian Patents Act Appeals under the Indian Patents Act, 1970 Introduction The Indian Patents Act, 1970, is the legislative framework governing the grant, enforcement and protection of patents in India. An important aspect of this