Category: Blogs
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Copyright in Contemporary Art
Art and law have long been intertwined, with copyright being a key aspect that safeguards artists and their creations. Art has existed in some form since prehistoric times, and has evolved significantly since.Each era has introduced new forms, media, and styles, enriching our understanding of what “art” can be. Legal frameworks have also emerged alongside…
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Challenging the Limits: Delhi’s New Performance Licensing Regime and Artists’ Rights
The performing arts have been a vital channel to express human emotions, highlight social concerns, and build cultural narratives since the dawn of civilisation. From theatre performances to street plays, music concerts, and dance recitals, the creative arts have always embodied the spirit of freedom. However, Delhi’s newly introduced performance licensing regime raises serious concerns…
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Commercial Exploitation of Intellectual Property
Introduction Intellectual Property (IP) refers to a range of legal rights intended to safeguard creative activities, such as names, symbols, and pictures used in commercial transactions, as well as inventions, artistic and literary works. The strategic use of these rights to generate economic value is known as commercial exploitation of intellectual property. In todays’ innovation-driven…
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Bolt Technology v. Ujoy Technology
Decided on 24.02.2023 in the HIGH COURT OF DELHI BOLT TECHNOLOGY V. UJOY TECHNOLOGY CS(COMM) 582/2022 & I.A. 13529/2022 INTRODUCTION In cases involving trans-border trademark infringement, courts often face a challenging dilemma – to protect the domestic businesses that are working hard to establish themselves in a competitive landscape, or to create a legal environment…
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RBI’s new credit score rules
“Whether termed “loan jumpers,” “debt churners,” “credit hoppers,” or “loan dodgers,” there’s growing concern over the rising trend of serial borrowers who continuously cycle between loans, over-leveraging themselves. The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has recognized the dangers posed by this debt trap, particularly for retail borrowers taking on excessive personal loans. The rise of…
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Counterfeit Combat: Strategies for Protecting Fashion Brands
Introduction India’s fashion industry has seen significant growth in recent years, attracting both local and international brands. However, this expansion has also led to a troubling increase in counterfeit fashion products, posing a serious threat to legitimate businesses and diminishing consumer trust. Understanding Counterfeiting and Mimicry A counterfeit product is one that illegally uses another…
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Copyright: An Overview of Definition, Types, and Functionality
Copyright is a legal framework that grants creators exclusive rights to their original works, such as literature, music, art, software, and more. It allows creators to control how their works are used, distributed, and reproduced. Essentially, copyright is the right to authorize or restrict the reproduction, distribution, and public display of a work. In India,…
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India’s IP Growth: WIPO 2024 Report Highlights Significant Advances
India continues to make strides as a leading nation in the intellectual property (IP) arena, according to the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) 2024 report. The report highlights India’s impressive growth in patent, industrial design, and trademark applications, as well as its global standing in geographical indications. India secured the 6th position in global patent…
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Understanding Statutory Compliance Obligations for Company Directors Under the Companies Act, 2013
Introduction A company is a distinct legal entity, considered a juristic person that exists solely by virtue of the law. As an artificial entity, it requires human intervention to manage its activities. This role is fulfilled by directors, who are responsible for overseeing and managing the company’s operations under the Companies Act, 2013 (referred to…
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Inherent powers of the NCLT/NCLAT: Lessons from the Supreme Court ruling in the Byju case.
Introduction The Supreme Court of India has continually navigated the complex intersection of corporate insolvency and inherent powers of the Adjudicating Authority under the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code, 2016 (Code). The recent Supreme Court ruling in Glas Trust Company LLC v. Byju Raveendran & Others (Civil Appeal No. 9986 of 2024 with Special Leave Petition…