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amendments, it has been quite a year for IP in India.
A huge shoutout to our reader for continuing to engage with our posts and constantly encouraging us. Wish you all a very happy and healthy year ahead! ✨ (3/3)
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A huge shoutout to our reader for continuing to engage with our posts and constantly encouraging us. Wish you all a very happy and healthy year ahead! ✨ (3/3)
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As deepfakes become increasingly realistic and accessible, countries are scrambling to find the right legal response. Discussing one such response, Arnav Mathur examines Denmark’s proposal to regulate deepfakes through copyright law,(1/2)
November 12, 2025 at 8:40 AM
As deepfakes become increasingly realistic and accessible, countries are scrambling to find the right legal response. Discussing one such response, Arnav Mathur examines Denmark’s proposal to regulate deepfakes through copyright law,(1/2)
As AI-generated art continues to blur the boundaries between imitation and originality, questions around the copyrightability of artistic “style” have come into the spotlight. (1/2)
November 12, 2025 at 7:39 AM
As AI-generated art continues to blur the boundaries between imitation and originality, questions around the copyrightability of artistic “style” have come into the spotlight. (1/2)
After confusion over “ORS” beverages, the Delhi High Court has upheld FSSAI’s ban on using the term “ORS” for beverages that do not meet WHO regulatory standards. Vikram Raj Nanda traces the twists and turns leading to this decision and (1/2)
November 12, 2025 at 5:30 AM
After confusion over “ORS” beverages, the Delhi High Court has upheld FSSAI’s ban on using the term “ORS” for beverages that do not meet WHO regulatory standards. Vikram Raj Nanda traces the twists and turns leading to this decision and (1/2)
Calling out the regulatory silence on GM foods, the Raj. HC has ordered the Centre to frame safety standards within six months. Hari S. Narayanan takes a look at the High Court order and explains why this judicial intervention was the need of the hour.
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The End of the Regulatory Lacunae? Analyzing the Rajasthan High Court’s Definitive Mandate on GM Food Safety
Calling out the regulatory silence on GM foods, the Rajasthan High Court has ordered the Centre to frame safety standards within six months. Hari S Narayanan takes a look at the High Court order in…
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November 11, 2025 at 1:00 PM
Calling out the regulatory silence on GM foods, the Raj. HC has ordered the Centre to frame safety standards within six months. Hari S. Narayanan takes a look at the High Court order and explains why this judicial intervention was the need of the hour.
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After confusion over “ORS” beverages, the Delhi High Court has upheld FSSAI’s ban on using the term “ORS” for beverages that do not meet WHO regulatory standards. Vikram Raj Nanda traces the twists and turns leading to this decision(1/2)
November 11, 2025 at 12:59 PM
After confusion over “ORS” beverages, the Delhi High Court has upheld FSSAI’s ban on using the term “ORS” for beverages that do not meet WHO regulatory standards. Vikram Raj Nanda traces the twists and turns leading to this decision(1/2)
By extending privacy logic to commercial disputes, Indian courts may have turned personality rights into a doctrinal maze. Unpacking the decisions in Phoolan Devi v. Shekhar Kapoor and Puttaswamy, (1/2)
November 11, 2025 at 12:57 PM
By extending privacy logic to commercial disputes, Indian courts may have turned personality rights into a doctrinal maze. Unpacking the decisions in Phoolan Devi v. Shekhar Kapoor and Puttaswamy, (1/2)
In the 9th episode of the SpicyIP Podcast – Summer School Edition, Sonisha Srinivasan speaks with Dr. Kailash Nadh, CTO at Zerodha and a self-described “hobbyist” software developer. Tune in to this engaging episode, where Dr. Nadh shares his insights on (1/2)
November 11, 2025 at 4:07 AM
In the 9th episode of the SpicyIP Podcast – Summer School Edition, Sonisha Srinivasan speaks with Dr. Kailash Nadh, CTO at Zerodha and a self-described “hobbyist” software developer. Tune in to this engaging episode, where Dr. Nadh shares his insights on (1/2)
The Delhi High Court has recently clarified the scope of Section 3(i) through three key rulings: Natera, Sequenom, and Emd Millipore, stating that while diagnostic processes remain unpatentable, tools and devices may be patented. Kartik Sharma unpacks the Court’s reasoning, (1/2)
November 10, 2025 at 12:07 PM
The Delhi High Court has recently clarified the scope of Section 3(i) through three key rulings: Natera, Sequenom, and Emd Millipore, stating that while diagnostic processes remain unpatentable, tools and devices may be patented. Kartik Sharma unpacks the Court’s reasoning, (1/2)
It’s a week of new beginnings!
SpicyIP is organising the 1st National Policy Brief Competition on IP and Innovation with CIPAM, DPIIT with December 14, 2025 as submission deadline. Following up on the SpicyIP TV Summer School Edition, we have launched our main channel – “Let’s IPsa Loquitur”. 1/3
SpicyIP is organising the 1st National Policy Brief Competition on IP and Innovation with CIPAM, DPIIT with December 14, 2025 as submission deadline. Following up on the SpicyIP TV Summer School Edition, we have launched our main channel – “Let’s IPsa Loquitur”. 1/3
November 10, 2025 at 8:43 AM
It’s a week of new beginnings!
SpicyIP is organising the 1st National Policy Brief Competition on IP and Innovation with CIPAM, DPIIT with December 14, 2025 as submission deadline. Following up on the SpicyIP TV Summer School Edition, we have launched our main channel – “Let’s IPsa Loquitur”. 1/3
SpicyIP is organising the 1st National Policy Brief Competition on IP and Innovation with CIPAM, DPIIT with December 14, 2025 as submission deadline. Following up on the SpicyIP TV Summer School Edition, we have launched our main channel – “Let’s IPsa Loquitur”. 1/3
This week’s Bell rings loud for reform — and for those who dared to make the system better. In this edition of Bells and Whistles, Gaurangi Kapoor spotlights P. H. Kurian, the former Controller General of the Indian IP Office (2009–2011), (1/3)
November 10, 2025 at 6:00 AM
This week’s Bell rings loud for reform — and for those who dared to make the system better. In this edition of Bells and Whistles, Gaurangi Kapoor spotlights P. H. Kurian, the former Controller General of the Indian IP Office (2009–2011), (1/3)
"The recent decision of the SC in Novenco Building and Industry v. Xero Energy Engineering [re: pre-litigation mediation] seems to have been well taken. Comments online have showered praised over the decision for striking the right balance between procedural lapse and substantive justice. (1/3)
November 5, 2025 at 12:23 PM
"The recent decision of the SC in Novenco Building and Industry v. Xero Energy Engineering [re: pre-litigation mediation] seems to have been well taken. Comments online have showered praised over the decision for striking the right balance between procedural lapse and substantive justice. (1/3)
In Atomberg v. Eureka Forbes, the Supreme Court interpreted Section 106 of the Patents Act, which deals with groundless threats, and held that such an action stands independently of an infringement suit. (1/2)
November 5, 2025 at 7:19 AM
In Atomberg v. Eureka Forbes, the Supreme Court interpreted Section 106 of the Patents Act, which deals with groundless threats, and held that such an action stands independently of an infringement suit. (1/2)
This week’s Bell doesn’t just ring — it resonates with purpose.
In this edition of Bells and Whistles, Gaurangi Kapoor remembers Rahul Cherian, a tireless advocate for disability rights whose efforts shaped India’s copyright exception (1/3)
In this edition of Bells and Whistles, Gaurangi Kapoor remembers Rahul Cherian, a tireless advocate for disability rights whose efforts shaped India’s copyright exception (1/3)
November 4, 2025 at 4:13 AM
This week’s Bell doesn’t just ring — it resonates with purpose.
In this edition of Bells and Whistles, Gaurangi Kapoor remembers Rahul Cherian, a tireless advocate for disability rights whose efforts shaped India’s copyright exception (1/3)
In this edition of Bells and Whistles, Gaurangi Kapoor remembers Rahul Cherian, a tireless advocate for disability rights whose efforts shaped India’s copyright exception (1/3)
Regular readers (and now, viewers!) would’ve seen the launch of our SpicyIP TV series with the Summer School edition. Building on that, we're delighted to announce the launch of what we hope will become our main SpicyIP TV channel — “Let’s IPsa Loquitur”! (1/4)
November 3, 2025 at 12:47 PM
Regular readers (and now, viewers!) would’ve seen the launch of our SpicyIP TV series with the Summer School edition. Building on that, we're delighted to announce the launch of what we hope will become our main SpicyIP TV channel — “Let’s IPsa Loquitur”! (1/4)
Announcing 1st National Policy Brief Competition on Intellectual Property & Innovation 2025
SpicyIP, in collaboration with CIPAM-DPIIT, is thrilled to announce the 1st National Policy Brief Competition on Intellectual Property & Innovation 2025! (1/3)
SpicyIP, in collaboration with CIPAM-DPIIT, is thrilled to announce the 1st National Policy Brief Competition on Intellectual Property & Innovation 2025! (1/3)
November 3, 2025 at 10:52 AM
Announcing 1st National Policy Brief Competition on Intellectual Property & Innovation 2025
SpicyIP, in collaboration with CIPAM-DPIIT, is thrilled to announce the 1st National Policy Brief Competition on Intellectual Property & Innovation 2025! (1/3)
SpicyIP, in collaboration with CIPAM-DPIIT, is thrilled to announce the 1st National Policy Brief Competition on Intellectual Property & Innovation 2025! (1/3)
Delhi HC delivers first-ever SEP non-infringement ruling, on a long-forgotten VCD patent and Delhi HC’s Justice Prathiba M. SIngh appointed Chair of WIPO’s Advisory Board of Judges. Don’t forget – SpicyIP TV Podcast episode 8 with Mr. Nikhil Narendran is now out! (1/2)
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SpicyIP Weekly Review (October 27 – November 2)
Delhi HC delivers first-ever SEP non-infringement ruling, on a long-forgotten VCD patent and Delhi HC’s Justice Prathiba M. SIngh appointed Chair of WIPO’s Advisory Board of Judges. Don…
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November 3, 2025 at 9:01 AM
Delhi HC delivers first-ever SEP non-infringement ruling, on a long-forgotten VCD patent and Delhi HC’s Justice Prathiba M. SIngh appointed Chair of WIPO’s Advisory Board of Judges. Don’t forget – SpicyIP TV Podcast episode 8 with Mr. Nikhil Narendran is now out! (1/2)
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The Patent Office recently revoked Novartis’ patent over ‘Entresto’ following multiple post-grant oppositions in a detailed 200-page-plus order. In a post unpacking the Controller’s decision, Tejaswini Kaushal and Vikram Raj Nanda (1/2)
October 30, 2025 at 1:16 PM
The Patent Office recently revoked Novartis’ patent over ‘Entresto’ following multiple post-grant oppositions in a detailed 200-page-plus order. In a post unpacking the Controller’s decision, Tejaswini Kaushal and Vikram Raj Nanda (1/2)
In Episode 08 of the SpicyIP Summer School Podcast, Sonisha Srinivasan speaks with Nikhil Narendran, Partner at Trilegal (Bengaluru), on building a career in TMT law. (1/2)
October 28, 2025 at 8:08 AM
In Episode 08 of the SpicyIP Summer School Podcast, Sonisha Srinivasan speaks with Nikhil Narendran, Partner at Trilegal (Bengaluru), on building a career in TMT law. (1/2)
Justice Prathiba M. Singh has been appointed as the Chair of WIPO’s Advisory Board of Judges (ABJ). Her two-year tenure (2025–27) will see her serve in a personal capacity. (1/2)
October 28, 2025 at 6:43 AM
Justice Prathiba M. Singh has been appointed as the Chair of WIPO’s Advisory Board of Judges (ABJ). Her two-year tenure (2025–27) will see her serve in a personal capacity. (1/2)
After 21 years, the Delhi High Court has delivered its first-ever SEP non-infringement ruling, on a long-forgotten VCD patent. The judgment examines patent identification, claim mapping, evidence, and even SEP essentiality (though it wasn’t originally an issue). (1/2)
October 28, 2025 at 5:21 AM
After 21 years, the Delhi High Court has delivered its first-ever SEP non-infringement ruling, on a long-forgotten VCD patent. The judgment examines patent identification, claim mapping, evidence, and even SEP essentiality (though it wasn’t originally an issue). (1/2)
MeitY’s proposed IT Rules amendment under scrutiny and more episodes from SpicyIPTV featuring Zara Kaushik and Kruttika Vijay. This and much more in this week’s SpicyIP Weekly Review. Anything we are missing out on? Drop a comment below to let us know.
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SpicyIP Weekly Review (October 20 – October 26)
MeitY’s proposed IT Rules amendment under scrutiny and more episodes from SpicyIPTV featuring Zara Kaushik and Kruttika Vijay. This and much more in this week’s SpicyIP Weekly Review. An…
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October 27, 2025 at 9:12 AM
MeitY’s proposed IT Rules amendment under scrutiny and more episodes from SpicyIPTV featuring Zara Kaushik and Kruttika Vijay. This and much more in this week’s SpicyIP Weekly Review. Anything we are missing out on? Drop a comment below to let us know.
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This week’s Bell doesn’t just ring, it roars — with a story that demands to be heard. In this edition of Bells and Whistles, Gaurangi Kapoor spotlights Fire in the Blood, a gripping documentary that captures the fight for access to affordable HIV/AIDS medicines (1/3)
October 27, 2025 at 6:39 AM
This week’s Bell doesn’t just ring, it roars — with a story that demands to be heard. In this edition of Bells and Whistles, Gaurangi Kapoor spotlights Fire in the Blood, a gripping documentary that captures the fight for access to affordable HIV/AIDS medicines (1/3)
MeitY's proposed IT Rules amendments aim to regulate AI, but blur legal lines, treating AI developers as “intermediaries” and requiring watermarks on all synthetic content, from deepfakes to filters. On these proposed amendments, Akshat Agrawal writes that (1/2)
October 23, 2025 at 12:16 PM
MeitY's proposed IT Rules amendments aim to regulate AI, but blur legal lines, treating AI developers as “intermediaries” and requiring watermarks on all synthetic content, from deepfakes to filters. On these proposed amendments, Akshat Agrawal writes that (1/2)
In this 7th episode of the ongoing series, Sonisha Srinivasan speaks with Ms. Kruttika Vijay, Partner at Ira Law, and former blogger on SpicyIP, about what it takes to build a career in IP litigation. (1/3)
October 23, 2025 at 7:33 AM
In this 7th episode of the ongoing series, Sonisha Srinivasan speaks with Ms. Kruttika Vijay, Partner at Ira Law, and former blogger on SpicyIP, about what it takes to build a career in IP litigation. (1/3)
In the 6th episode of the SpicyIP Podcast Summer School Edition, Sonisha Srinivasan speaks with Ms. Zara Kaushik, an experienced commercial and media lawyer, about the structural challenges and power imbalances that arise in sports corporates as well as the crucial role (1/3)
October 22, 2025 at 4:40 AM
In the 6th episode of the SpicyIP Podcast Summer School Edition, Sonisha Srinivasan speaks with Ms. Zara Kaushik, an experienced commercial and media lawyer, about the structural challenges and power imbalances that arise in sports corporates as well as the crucial role (1/3)