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The Sanchar Saathi application has largely been analysed as a privacy issue. However, as Anjali Tripathi argues in this entry for the SpicyIP–jhana Blogpost Writing Competition, it raises a more serious and underexplored concern—one that could directly threaten the protection of trade secrets and confidential business information in India’s smartphone-first economy. Anjali is a fifth-year

(Long post ahead!) A Central Drugs Standard Control Organization (CDSCO) notice has triggered fresh discussions on a data exclusivity regime for pharmaceutical products in India. The notice dated October 8 invites comments ‘to ensure a level playing field in new drug approval’. The notice reasons that  applicants obtaining approval of a new drug for the

Rimon PC Welcomes Luke Stowe as Partner in Middle East Structured Finance Practice The global law firm, Rimon PC, has welcomed Luke Stowe as a partner in its Middle East Structured Finance team. Stowe joins the firm from Sidley Austin LLP, where he served as counsel in the Global Finance Group, specialising in European Collateralized

The Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act, 2005 is a remedial statute intended to secure substantive justice for women facing domestic abuse. It provides a comprehensive framework of civil reliefs, including protection orders, residence orders, monetary reliefs, custody orders, and compensation. However, courts have consistently emphasised that these remedies are equitable in nature and

Norton Rose Fulbright Promotes Shahrzad Askarpour to Partner in Dubai Global law firm Norton Rose Fulbright has promoted Shahrzad Askarpour, a corporate lawyer with over a decade of regional experience, to partner in its Dubai office, effective January 1, 2026. Askarpour advises sovereign wealth funds on mergers and acquisitions, as well as regional and international

One of the most fundamental and enduring principles of Intellectual Property Law is the Idea–Expression Dichotomy. The Idea–Expression Dichotomy ensures that intellectual property law does not create monopolies over ideas, concepts, facts, or themes, which are essential for creativity, innovation, and societal progress. At the same time, it safeguards the labour, skill, and originality of

Ritu Satya Sharma Promoted to Associate General Counsel at Dr. Reddy’s Laboratories Dr. Reddy’s Laboratories has promoted Ritu Satya Sharma to Associate General Counsel – Legal Tech Ops. In her expanded role, Sharma will support the Global Manufacturing Organisation, Biologics (Research and Manufacturing), Innovation, Research & Development, and the commercialisation of APIs across international markets.

The Moot Court Society, Faculty of Law, SGT University, is pleased to host a Guest Lecture on “Learning the Craft of Memorial Drafting.” The session will be conducted by Mr. Vanaj Vidyan, Judicial Clerk under Hon’ble Mr. Justice N. Kotiswar Singh, Judge, Supreme Court of India, offering valuable insights into effective memorial drafting. About SGT

NLIU Journal on Labour and Employment Laws (JLEL) invites contributions on contemporary issues including platform worker rights, labour code reforms, AI in workplaces, green jobs, POSH in digital environments, and alternative employment models. We welcome submissions from law students, graduates, academicians, and practitioners. About JLEL The NLIU Journal on Labour and Employment Laws (JLEL) is

Trilegal Advised AkzoNobel on Completion of Sale of AkzoNobel India to JSW Group The leading law firm in India, Trilegal, advised Akzo Nobel N.V. (AkzoNobel) on the successful completion of the sale of a majority stake in Akzo Nobel India Limited (ANIL) to the JSW Group, marking a significant milestone in the execution of AkzoNobel’s