Piyush Goyal patent policy

Evergreening of Patents in India: Piyush Goyal Says It Won’t Be Allowed

Recently, Piyush Goyal, Union Minister of Commerce and Industry, made a significant statement declaring that India will not allow the evergreening of patents. This strong stance comes in response to growing pressure from multinational pharmaceutical companies and foreign governments seeking to dilute India’s stringent patent laws, particularly Section 3(d) of the Indian Patent Act. To […]

OLD Monk vs OLD MIST TRADEMARK INFRINGEMENT

Monk vs Mist: The Trademark Showdown in Indian Spirits

A high-profile branding conflict has reached the Delhi High Court, where the legendary Old Monk Coffee Rum, produced by Mohan Meakin Ltd., has taken legal action against the recently launched Old Mist Coffee Rum in Goa. The petition claims that Old Mist’s labeling, design, and product identity closely resemble that of Old Monk. The company […]

Raj Nayak launch house of IP with Yaap Digital

Raj Nayak launches House of IP in partnership with YAAP Digital

One big groundbreaking development is taking place in the realm of intellectual property. Where Raj Nayak, the ex-COO of Viacom18, has unveiled House of IP, an innovative new venture in collaboration with YAAP Digital. House of IP is poised to revolutionize the way intellectual properties are built and utilized for sustained growth, bringing substantial benefits […]