ABSTRACT When an AI system independently produces a patentable invention, existing patent law — including India's Patents Act, 1970 — has no answer. The DABUS litigation, litigated across the United States, United Kingdom, European Patent Office, Australia, and India, exposed this gap: every jurisdiction rejected AI inventorship, not on grounds of patentability, but because no legal framework could accommodate a non-human inventor. Japan and China, responding pragmatically, h

Introduction The Supreme Court of India, in its judgment, Pernod Ricard India Private Ltd. v Karanveer Singh Chhabra, presents a critical opportunity to reconsider the manner in which Indian trademark law responds to contemporary branding practices. The Court ruled that the defendant, who has been marketing whisky under the mark ‘LONDON PRIDE’, did not infringe the registered trademark of the appellants, who are engaged in the business of selling whisky under the well-establi

Abstract Rapid advancement of Artificial Intelligence (AI) technologies have caused substantial changes in the field of Intellectual Property Rights (IPR), impacting on the basic legal principles including those of authorship, inventorship and ownership. Traditional IPR systems, such as copyright, patent, and trademark laws, have been designed under a paradigm that assumes a human approach to creativity and ingenuity. With the advent of AI systems that can create literary com

Abstract: Intellectual property (IP) refers to creations of the human mind that are protected by law. It gives creators and owners exclusive rights over their inventions, artistic works, brand names, designs, and other original creations. Digital era like internet, social media, e-commerce and digital platforms easily misuse intellectual property rights. Today's creative works can be instantly copied and distributed worldwide through digital platforms easily. In digital era p

Abstract Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) have become a fundamental pillar of modern economies by safeguarding innovation, creativity, and technological advancement. As nations increasingly rely on knowledge based industries, effective intellectual property protection encourages individuals, researchers, and businesses to invest in research and development while ensuring that creators receive appropriate legal recognition and economic rewards. A well-functioning IPR system

Abstract The DPIIT Working Paper on Licensing Generative AI (December, 2025), called One Nation, One License, One Payment, sets out to create a mandatory universal licensing framework- managed by a designated collecting agency (CRCAT), to regulate the use of copyright protected materials as input data for generative AI systems. Despite its ambitious design, the framework suffers significantly from its lack of provisions regarding dispute resolution. This article will explore

ABSTRACT Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) are legal rights granted to individuals and organizations for their intellectual creations. They encourage innovation, creativity, technological advancement, and economic development by providing exclusive rights over inventions, literary and artistic works, designs, trademarks, and other intellectual creations. In today's knowledge-driven economy, intellectual property has become one of the most valuable assets for businesses, rese

Copyright law protects creators by giving them exclusive rights over their original works. Yet, it also recognizes that society benefits when certain uses of copyrighted material are allowed without permission. This balance is at the heart of the concept of fair dealing under Indian copyright law. Fair dealing permits limited use of copyrighted works for specific purposes such as education, research, criticism, and news reporting, without infringing copyright. But where exact

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming how creative content is produced, from writing articles and composing music to generating images and software code. This rapid growth raises complex questions about copyright law, especially in India, where the legal framework was designed long before AI became a reality. Understanding how Indian copyright law applies to AI-generated works is crucial for creators, businesses, and policymakers. This article explores the challenges A

Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) play a crucial role in fostering innovation, creativity, and economic growth. In India, the landscape of IPR has evolved significantly over the past decades, but challenges remain in enforcing and strengthening these laws. On a global scale, the rapid pace of technological advancement and cross-border trade has introduced new complexities in protecting intellectual property. This post explores the need to strengthen IPR laws in India and how