Flipkart finalizes self-audit on dark patterns; matches CCPA norms

Flipkart finalizes self-audit on dark patterns; matches CCPA norms States that the completion declaration has been submitted to the Ministry of Consumer Affairs The Flipkart Group has stated that it has finalized a self-audit on its digital platforms, to ensure ‘the highest standards of compliance, accountability’, aligning with Central Consumer Protection Authority guidelines and advisory

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Call for Submissions: FairSquare – The NLU Delhi Competition Law Society

FairSquare, Competition Law Society at National Law University, Delhi is inviting original, unpublished submissions for its blog. At FairSquare Dialogue, we seek sharp, accessible, and well-reasoned pieces that advance conversations around competition law and economics, both in India and globally. Submissions from students, academics, practitioners, economists, policy-makers, and interdisciplinary researchers are welcome. About FairSquare FairSquare

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Case Summary: Exotic Mile v. Imagine Marketing Pvt. Ltd. (2025) | Phonetic Similarity and Passing Off Examined

Trademarks often become the battlefield where rising startups and established giants clash over consumer recognition and brand identity. Delhi High Court recently decided an important appeal in Exotic Mile v. Imagine Marketing Pvt. Ltd. on 15 September 2025, dealing with the dispute between two well-known audio brands—Boult and boAt. Title of the Case: Exotic Mile

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Is It Mandatory to Play Video Evidence Before a Witness for Admissibility?

The advent of technology has transformed the landscape of criminal trials in India. With increasing reliance on electronic evidence—CCTV footage, audio recordings, and videos—courts are often confronted with questions about admissibility and procedure. A recurring issue is whether video evidence must be played before a witness in court and transcribed in testimony for it to

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Federal Appeals Court’s Ruling on Register of Copyrights Sparks Government Rehearing Petition

Federal Appeals Court’s Ruling on Register of Copyrights Sparks Government Rehearing Petition “The Trump Administration challenges a federal appeals court ruling reinstating Register of Copyrights Shira Perlmutter, raising major separation of powers concerns” In a developing constitutional dispute with broad implications for the separation of powers and the administration of federal copyright law, the Trump

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Moderna Resolves Patent Dispute with Alnylam Pharmaceuticals Over COVID-19 Vaccine Technology

Moderna Resolves Patent Dispute with Alnylam Pharmaceuticals Over COVID-19 Vaccine Technology “Alnylam Pharmaceuticals claims Moderna misused lipid nanoparticle technology in Spikevax vaccine” In a significant development in the ongoing series of patent lawsuits involving COVID-19 vaccine manufacturers, Moderna has reached a settlement with Alnylam Pharmaceuticals. The dispute centred around allegations that Moderna had misused Alnylam’s

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International Trade Law: Study Material

International Trade Law is composed of the laws, rules, and principles of general application that deal with the conduct of nation-states and international organizations among themselves with matters related to trade. Important articles and study material on International Trade Law – Click on the link to Read A Comparative Study of GATT and WTO History

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Strategic Delay Backfires: How Novartis Lost Its Cross-Examination Rights

Recently, the DHC disposed of Novartis’ writ petition against the Controller’s orders to continue the post-grant opposition before allowing Novartis to cross-examine the Opponents’ experts. Anushka Kanabar breaks down the judgment, discusses how Novartis’ strategy backfired, and explains why the Controller’s decision does not violate the principles of natural justice. Anushka is a fourth-year B.A.,

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Latham & Watkins Advised Underwriters On AvePoint’s Dual Listing In Singapore

Latham & Watkins advised underwriters on AvePoint’s dual listing in Singapore The global law firm, Latham & Watkins advised the underwriters on the public offering and Singapore secondary listing of AvePoint, a global leader in data security, governance, and resilience. The transaction involved a public offering of 13,290,360 shares of common stock, par value S$0.0001,

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