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Copyright Registration in India

December 17, 2025 Biswajit Sarkar - IP Law Firm India Post time: 10:01 am

Copyright protects creators, authors, musicians, artists, filmmakers, software developers etc. against unauthorized copying and reuse of their work. Below is a clear, guide as to what copyright is in India, whether registration is required, how other countries are trending, who handles registrations here, and a

The Getty Images vs. Stability AI

December 16, 2025 Biswajit Sarkar - IP Law Firm India Post time: 4:37 pm

It all began with one lawsuit that proved to be unprecedented, not only in its legal significance but also in its relevance to the rapidly evolving technological landscape of our time, the Getty Images vs. Stability AI copyright dispute filed in the London court. In

Copyright Protection in India

December 12, 2025 Biswajit Sarkar - IP Law Firm India Post time: 8:20 pm

What is Copyright? Copyright is a legal right that automatically protects original creative works the moment they are created and fixed in a tangible form that is written down, recorded, saved on a computer, filmed, etc. Copyright exists because creativity costs money and time but

Common Mistakes in Trademark filings

September 15, 2025 Biswajit Sarkar - IP Law Firm India Post time: 7:18 pm

A successful business demands perseverance, and understanding the importance of creating a unique trademark is crucial to that success. Most businesses and entrepreneurs only have a vague understanding of how to legally protect their brand identity. Without proper trademark protection, business name, logo and product

Participation in First ASEAN Law Forum 2025 at Kuala Lumpur

August 16, 2025 Biswajit Sarkar - IP Law Firm India Post time: 3:02 pm

Biswajit Sarkar, Advocates – IP Attorneys has been honored with an invitation to participate in the inaugural ASEAN Law Forum 2025, jointly organized by the Asian International Arbitration Centre (AIAC) and the Legal Affairs Division of the Prime Minister’s Department (BHEUU), Malaysia. The landmark event

79th Independence Day,

August 15, 2025 Biswajit Sarkar - IP Law Firm India Post time: 12:36 am

Today, as we celebrate our 79th Independence Day, we remember that independence is not just a date in history – it is a living, breathing legacy. From the dreamers in chains to the heroes in battle, every step brought us here. Our tricolor does not

Trademark Infringement & Passing Off

February 10, 2025 Biswajit Sarkar - IP Law Firm India Post time: 5:35 pm

Trade mark protection is an essential aspect of intellectual property law, ensuring that businesses can protect their brand identity against unauthorized use. The two primary legal remedies available for brand protection are trade mark infringement and passing off. While both serve to prevent misuse

Copyright Infringement on OTT Platforms

January 30, 2025 Biswajit Sarkar - IP Law Firm India Post time: 7:58 pm

In today’s digital era, the term “copyright infringement” has become increasingly common, especially in the context of online media. Over-the-top (OTT) platforms, which deliver video content such as movies, TV series, audio, and other forms of media directly to viewers via the internet, have seen

Trademark Clash Over Cider

January 29, 2025 Biswajit Sarkar - IP Law Firm India Post time: 7:13 pm

London, UK – A fizzing legal battle is brewing in the Intellectual Property world as Thatcher Cider, a renowned British cider brand, locks horns with supermarket giant Aldi over an alleged Trade Mark infringement. The dispute centres around Aldi latest cider offering, which Thatchers claims

Thrive in Thailand

November 21, 2024 Biswajit Sarkar - IP Law Firm India Post time: 6:25 pm

Thailand is now the second largest economy in Southeast Asia, which is emerging as a key player in the South-east Asian Market attracting significant foreign investments and businesses. Thailand along with Vietnam are two of the ASEAN region’s biggest Business hub of South-east Asia, by