News for 'Intellectual Property'

Snapdeal, 4 Indian shopping complexes in US Notorious Markets list

Snapdeal, 4 Indian shopping complexes in US Notorious Markets list

Rediff.com29 Apr 2020

Other than Snapdeal, the four markets are Tank Road in Delhi, Heera Panna in Mumbai, Kidderpore in Kolkata and Millennium Centre in Aizawl. Snapdeal, one of India's largest e-commerce platforms, is known as a place to purchase counterfeit watches and shoes.

Tata Motors wins Jaguar trademark battle

Tata Motors wins Jaguar trademark battle

Rediff.com2 May 2013

The order comes in response to a petition filed by Jaguar Cars Ltd seeking to quash the decision of deputy registrar of Trade Marks, Kolkata.

Big Pharma waits nervously on Glivec patent verdict

Big Pharma waits nervously on Glivec patent verdict

Rediff.com28 Mar 2013

Supreme Court will give its verdict on April 1 on whether Swiss giant Novartis AG's cancer treatment drug Glivec deserves a patent in the country not it doesn't.

NCP-Cong rift: Maharashtra CM cancels Delhi visit

NCP-Cong rift: Maharashtra CM cancels Delhi visit

Rediff.com21 Jul 2012

Maharashtra Chief Minister Prithviraj Chavan, under attack from ally Nationalist Congress Party, on Saturday cancelled his visit to Delhi.

Infy in $1.6 bn deal with telco Liberty Global

Infy in $1.6 bn deal with telco Liberty Global

Rediff.com16 Aug 2023

Information technology major Infosys and Liberty Global, a London-based telecom firm, signed a 1.5 billion (about $1.64 billion) deal for five years to evolve and scale up the telco's digital entertainment and connectivity platforms, the companies said in a joint statement on Tuesday. As part of the expanded collaboration agreement, the size of the contract will touch 2.3 billion (about $2.5 billion) if extended to 8 years. The collaboration allows Liberty Global to realise run-rate savings of over 100 million (about $109 million) per annum, inclusive of other savings and technology investments, Infosys said in a statement.

iPhone patents: Apple loses UK court battle with HTC

iPhone patents: Apple loses UK court battle with HTC

Rediff.com5 Jul 2012

London's High Court ruled in HTC's favour, saying its devices did not infringe four Apple technology patents, including Apple's 'slide-to-unlock' feature.

US industry slams India's 'move towards protectionism'

US industry slams India's 'move towards protectionism'

Rediff.com2 Jul 2013

The Indian government headed by Prime Minister Manmohan Singh, who is known as the architect of the country's liberalisation and economic reforms, is inching towards a "protectionist" regime, top American experts have told US lawmakers.

'The Audience Can't Be Tricked'

'The Audience Can't Be Tricked'

Rediff.com29 Aug 2024

'In the audience's mind there is no urgency to go see a film in the theatre.' 'If you pay for social media buzz it does not convert into bums on seats.'

Nehru Place among world's top notorious IT markets

Nehru Place among world's top notorious IT markets

Rediff.com14 Dec 2012

Indian capital's famous Nehru Place market has been placed among the top 30 notorious IT markets of the world that deal in goods and services infringing on intellectual property rights, an official US report has said.

Amul loses trademark battle against US giant

Amul loses trademark battle against US giant

Rediff.com16 Nov 2012

In July this year, the Intellectual Property Appellate Board had directed Registrar of Trademarks to cancel Amul's registration of TRIX trademark.

'I am scared to watch Ray'

'I am scared to watch Ray'

Rediff.com26 Jun 2021

'I am also curious to see what has been done with my father's stories.'

Animation, gaming industry needs tax rebates

Animation, gaming industry needs tax rebates

Rediff.com24 Feb 2011

Gaming industry is estimated at $40 billion and is expected to reach $59 billion.

HTC to fight against Apple's lawsuit

HTC to fight against Apple's lawsuit

Rediff.com18 Mar 2010

Taiwanese cellphone maker HTC Corp on Thursday said it will strongly defend itself against the patent infringement lawsuits brought by software giant Apple.

Ayushman Bharat may help patients access life-saving drugs

Ayushman Bharat may help patients access life-saving drugs

Rediff.com16 May 2018

'We have often heard the mythical argument that patents block access to life-saving drugs, but only 5% of medicines from multinational companies are under patent protection in India.' 'Where these patented products are beyond the reach of Indian patients, the companies have programmes to facilitate access to their drugs, for free or for a fraction of the price,' points out Ranjana Smetacek, former director general, Organisation of Pharmaceutical Producers of India.

'Novartis ruling won't affect pharma industry'

'Novartis ruling won't affect pharma industry'

Rediff.com3 Apr 2013

Oncologist Dr Sthabir Dasgupta talks about the impact of Novartis's losing patent case on the Indian pharma industry.

Reliance Broadcast Network to buy Imagine Showbiz

Reliance Broadcast Network to buy Imagine Showbiz

Rediff.com12 Jan 2011

Reliance Broadcast Network will acquire Imagine Showbiz Limited (ISL) from Cinestar advertising for an undisclosed sum.

Artists must demand their resale rights

Artists must demand their resale rights

Rediff.com13 May 2009

India's Copyright Act allows for a percentage of any secondary art sale to be paid to the original copyright holder.

SPECIAL: All about the patent wars

SPECIAL: All about the patent wars

Rediff.com11 Jul 2012

Apple and Google got a judicial rap on the knuckles recently for indulging in 'silly' patent battles.

SPECIAL: All about the patent wars

SPECIAL: All about the patent wars

Rediff.com11 Jul 2012

Apple and Google got a judicial rap on the knuckles recently for indulging in 'silly' patent battles.

Novartis sues Biocon for patent breach

Novartis sues Biocon for patent breach

Rediff.com4 Apr 2014

The multinational has filed infringement proceedings and is seeking an injunction against the Indian rival at the Delhi High Court, trying to block the Bangalore-based biotechnology firm from launching a generic version of Galvus, also known as vildagliptin.

TCS adds over $1-billion in brand value

TCS adds over $1-billion in brand value

Rediff.com4 Mar 2013

It also retained its position among the 'Big 4' most valuable IT services brand worldwide -- in the ranking carried out by Brand Finance, the world leading brand valuation firm.

India, US ink two IPR agreements

India, US ink two IPR agreements

Rediff.com24 Nov 2009

A Traditional Knowledge Digital Library (TKDL) Access Agreement signed between the Council of Scientific & Industrial Research (CSIR) and US Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

Hungama to launch 200 more mobile games

Hungama to launch 200 more mobile games

Rediff.com16 Aug 2011

Hungama powers nearly 70 per cent of all mobile digital entertainment content in the country.

Indian govt prepares to battle US pressure on trade laws

Indian govt prepares to battle US pressure on trade laws

Rediff.com22 Apr 2014

A certain segment of the US pharma industry have become vocal about Indian policies on domestic content requirements and IPR.

Global players' clout: Govt cautions pharma cos

Global players' clout: Govt cautions pharma cos

Rediff.com20 Jul 2010

With the growing voice of developing countries like India, Brazil and China, the big pharmaceutical firms will not be able to get the WTO's Trade-Related Intellectual Property Rights agreement changed to their advantage, Commerce Secretary Rahul Khullar said in New Delhi.

'America Is In For A Period Of Extended Domestic Turmoil'

'America Is In For A Period Of Extended Domestic Turmoil'

Rediff.com15 Nov 2024

'Trump's disregard for norms and institutions could prove very costly for America's social fabric.'

EU clears water for Indian pharma firms

EU clears water for Indian pharma firms

Rediff.com31 Mar 2011

European countries are trying to woo back the Indian customers they had lost following seizure of drug consignments by Customs authorities of several European Union members.

When Was Butter Chicken Created?

When Was Butter Chicken Created?

Rediff.com19 Feb 2024

The genesis of India's most-loved dish may go to canny cooks in the Mughal era, notes Sandeep Goyal.

Rawat Chopper Tragedy May Not Happen Again

Rawat Chopper Tragedy May Not Happen Again

Rediff.com16 Feb 2023

HAL helicopters will be equipped with an 'Obstacle Avoidance System' that warns pilots of any obstacles in their flight path.

BIZARRE lawsuits of Apple and its logo

BIZARRE lawsuits of Apple and its logo

Rediff.com21 Nov 2011

Here's how Apple takes the battle to the doors of those who try to infringe upon its logo design.

Data exclusivity still key hurdle to India-EU FTA

Data exclusivity still key hurdle to India-EU FTA

Rediff.com27 Jan 2011

Despite all official assurances, the path towards a free trade agreement (FTA) between India and the European Union (EU) this year remains ambiguous, as both sides are unwilling to relax their stand on the biggest stumbling block - the issue of "data exclusivity".

World's 25 most innovative nations, India way behind!

World's 25 most innovative nations, India way behind!

Rediff.com6 Jul 2012

The Global Innovation Index published by INSEAD, and the World Intellectual Property Organisation (WIPO), ranks 141 countries on the basis of their innovation capabilities.

China to embrace IPR enforcement initiatives

China to embrace IPR enforcement initiatives

Rediff.com16 Dec 2010

China on Wednesday agreed to take significant steps with regard to enforcement of intellectual property rights, opening its markets and revising its indigenous innovation policy - all of which the United States said will boost its exports to Asia's largest economy.

US Senators ask China to stop IPR violations

US Senators ask China to stop IPR violations

Rediff.com14 Dec 2010

Top American Senators on Monday called on Beijing to do more to stop violations of US intellectual property rights after the US International Trade Commission in a report said it found out Chinas infringement of IPR and discrimination against American industries.

Indian IT firms look West for patents

Indian IT firms look West for patents

Rediff.com17 Nov 2010

The industry has registered a 29-fold increase in patents over 2005-2008.

Trade: India opens up windows to the world

Trade: India opens up windows to the world

Rediff.com23 Sep 2010

Nine years after New Delhi started implementing its Plan B - bilateral trade agreements - to beat the impasse at the World Trade Organisation's Doha Round of liberalisation talks, India seems to be finally rolling.

Govt to encourage SMEs to go in for patents

Govt to encourage SMEs to go in for patents

Rediff.com18 Jul 2011

The government, in collaboration with the UN-body World Intellectual Property Organisation (WIPO), has commissioned a study to ascertain whether India's small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are prepared to adopt the global IPR regime.

IIT Kharagpur's PhD admissions 2010

IIT Kharagpur's PhD admissions 2010

Rediff.com28 Sep 2009

Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur, (IIT Kharagpur) invites applications for PhD Programme in all disciplines of Engineering & Technology, Science, Architecture & Regional Planning, Humanities & Social Sciences, Law (Intellectual Property Rights, Corporate Law, and Environment Law) and Management.

US disapproves Customs seizure of generics

US disapproves Customs seizure of generics

Rediff.com26 Aug 2009

Washington-based Pharmaceutical Research and Manufacturers of America (PhRMA), the representative body of US-based drug firms, has said it does not support the seizure of legitimate generic medicines meant for developing country destinations.

'Modi doing the right thing': Putin praises 'Make in India'

'Modi doing the right thing': Putin praises 'Make in India'

Rediff.com13 Sep 2023

Putin made these remarks on Tuesday while speaking at the Plenary session of the 8th Eastern Economic Forum in Vladivostok, a major port city in sanctions-hit Russia's Far East region