ALG’s cinephiles came together for the latest edition of the Movie Club to discuss Kundan Shah’s 1983 satirical black comedy cult-classic ‘Jaane Bhi Do Yaaron’.

The members explored the evolution of the struggle of living in a challenging society amidst the chaotic backdrop of the narrative. From the bumbling photographers to the corrupt politicians, each character’s journey prompted introspection among the members on the absurdities of situations showcased in the film and their relevance to society.

The group shared their diverse perspectives on the reactions of the characters in various scenarios, ranging from hilarious misunderstandings to poignant moments of harsh truths.

ALG’s movie club left the discussion with a renewed appreciation for this timeless gem of Indian cinema, recognizing its enduring impact on generations of cinephiles.

A two-part Knowledge Sharing Session was conducted by Anurathna Mathivanan and Yash Raj, on ‘Recent Legal Developments in the Intellectual Property Landscape’ across jurisdictions. The seminar covered various topical matters such as Intellectual Property Laws and disruptive technologies, Non-Traditional Trademarks and jurisprudential developments in Standard Essential Patents, Designs, Piracy & Counterfeiting and other areas of Intellectual Property Laws. The Session covered the Indian perspective and the developing jurisprudence in various foreign jurisdictions. The informative session concluded with a discussion on various landmark case laws and practical case studies.

ALG hosted its attorney dinner recently, a fantastic evening of celebration and camaraderie! Our attorneys came together to reflect on the past year, and set new visions for the future. As we shared stories and experiences from the past year, we were reminded not only of the he successes we’ve achieved together but also of our commitment to support the environment and communities around us.

We also took the opportunity to celebrate the accomplishments of our team members and announce well-deserved promotions.

A special highlight of the evening were the heartfelt video messages from some of our cherished clients, reaffirming the importance of the relationships we’ve built over the years. Our clients’ support and trust drive us to continuously strive for excellence in what we do.

These snapshots are a quick inside look into our fun evening!

Today, we at ALG India Law Offices LLP, celebrated World IP Day 2024 with a thought-provoking session on “IP and the SDGs: Building our common future with innovation and creativity” – This year’s theme for World IP Day by WIPO.

Our attorneys delved into the intersection of intellectual property and sustainability, highlighting how protecting IP rights drives innovation and contributes to global sustainable goals. It was inspiring to explore the crucial role that intellectual property plays in shaping a sustainable and equitable future.

We concluded the session with an engaging quiz session, testing our participants’ knowledge on various facets of intellectual property. The enthusiasm and participation were truly commendable!

Let’s continue to harness the power of intellectual property to build a brighter, more sustainable world together!

During last week’s PWS Session, Vaidehi Gupta, Associate, led a discussion on ‘Would restrictions on AI training with copyrighted materials be detrimental to the public interest?’ The session delved into the complex interplay between Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology and copyright law, probing critical questions that shape this dynamic landscape. The members scrutinized the notion of originality vis-à-vis AI-generated works that are created using copyrighted materials and contemplated the potential ramifications of machine learning on creators’ interests. The discussion then reflected on the adequacy of the current framework in safeguarding authors’ rights while nurturing innovation. The members also brainstormed potential steps that might allow for a regime that will equitably harmonize the authors’ rights to derive benefits from their works with the larger public interest of having the widest possible access to such works.