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Kroll Information Assurance LLC v. The Controller General of Patents, Designs & Trademarks – Deep Analysis

July 3, 2025
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Background of the Case Appellant: Kroll Information Assurance LLC (original applicant: Tiversa, Inc.) Respondent: Controller General of Patents, Designs and Trademarks Patent Application: No. 8100/DELNP/2007 titled “A System, Method and Apparatus to locate at least one type of person, via a Peer to Peer Network” Priority Date: April 12, 2005 (US application) Filing Date in […]

30 Jun 25

Prada Acknowledges Kolhapuri Influence After Outcry: A Cultural Heritage and IP Wake-Up Call

Luxury fashion house Prada has come under scrutiny after its Spring-Summer 2026 Men’s Collection featured leather sandals closely resembling Kolhapuri chappals—traditional handcrafted Indian footwear known for its heritage, craftsmanship, and Geographical Indication (GI) status. Initially presented as mere “leather sandals” with no reference to their Indian origin, the designs provoked backlash from fashion professionals, IP […]