http://nopr.niscpr.res.in/handle/123456789/67119 2026-10-09T19:50:55Z 2026-10-09T19:50:55Z Semalty, A Agrawal, R http://nopr.niscpr.res.in/handle/123456789/67134 2026-01-15T10:12:52Z 2026-01-01T00:00:00Z

Title: Patents, Publications, and Global Market: A Comprehensive Case Study of Global Emerging Technologies Authors: Semalty, A; Agrawal, R Abstract: The study analyses patent and publication trends of the top ten emerging technologies to understand their transformative impacts. Technologies such as Semiconductors, 3D printing, AR/VR, blockchain, IoT, AI, quantum computing, edge computing, gene editing, and green hydrogen are examined quantitatively to identify key players, technological focuses, and innovative insights. Six of the ten technologies exhibit higher patent counts than publications, indicating active exploration and adoption by industries. Conversely, four technologies show lower patent activity, signaling early development stages with significant future promise. The study emphasizes the importance of collaboration between academia and industry to bridge the gap between patent filings and academic publications. Additionally, the distribution of companies across countries underscores the significance of global collaboration in driving innovation. In conclusion, strategic investment in research and development, collaboration, and global cooperation are vital for maximizing societal benefits from emerging technologies. The study also underlines the need to strengthen the intellectual property base and leveraging these technologies for progress towards Industry 4.0. Page(s): 5-15

2026-01-01T00:00:00Z Sapatnekar, Amol http://nopr.niscpr.res.in/handle/123456789/67133 2026-01-15T10:09:44Z 2026-01-01T00:00:00Z

Title: Dream Green: Paradigms of Green Technology Commercialization viz-a-viz Green Patents Authors: Sapatnekar, Amol Abstract: A significant effort is witnessed in shifting the innovation and technologies to align them with sustainable development and particularly with the climate change mitigation efforts and so is the number of patents granted – green patents Art 27(2) TRIPS enables exclusion of patentable subject matter prejudicial to the environment but not by mere prohibition by law of a member state; Objectives of Articles 7, 8, TRIPS obliged to be consistent with ‘trade centric’ create a room on enquiry about green patent’s role in balancing the sustainability and trade centered goals Whether terms like ‘unreasonable conflicts’, ‘unreasonable prejudice’, ‘legitimate interests’ under Art 30 of TRIPS would be capable of excepting the green patents? In spite of the obligation on developed countries under Art 66 (2) TRIPS the Least Developed Countries are left to capacitate themselves to adopt the green technology transfer. These provisions and the impact of green patent in the given situations, intrigues the author on a question, whether green patents and commercialization can have any interplay to fit in these provisions. Barriers in accelerated adoption, skill sets in manufacturing and infrastructures, strengthening of supply chain dynamics1 are already acknowledged. An enquiry of commercialization barriers, in paradigms of green technologies is the broader objective and the role of green patents in such paradigms is the particular objective. The secondary sources of literature including authoritative and authentic datasets and reports, are relied upon to deduce the findings inductively. Page(s): 16-22

2026-01-01T00:00:00Z Pattnaik, Amarendra http://nopr.niscpr.res.in/handle/123456789/67132 2026-01-15T10:07:27Z 2026-01-01T00:00:00Z

Title: Research and Publications on Competition Laws - A Study through Bibliometric Analysis Authors: Pattnaik, Amarendra Abstract: In a perfectly competitive market, prices are determined by the market forces of demand and supply. In this market structure, sellers are price takers, which benefits consumers. They get competitive prices, higher-quality products, better services, and a range of products to choose from. On the other hand, some sellers are greedy and want abnormal profit, which is not possible in a competitive market. Therefore, they try to distort the market forces in various ways. Cartel formation, misuse of dominance, mergers and acquisitions, and the use of anti-competitive practices are some of the means that they use for the purpose. This tendency is universal. To counter such anti-consumer practices, more than a hundred countries have enacted laws, and these laws are known as antitrust laws or competition laws. In this article, the author has delved into the research that has happened globally in the area of competition and antitrust. The author has sourced the publication data from the Scopus database and has used bibliometric analysis for this research work. Page(s): 23-31

2026-01-01T00:00:00Z Mehta, Sakshi Kumar, Suneel Kothiyal, Monika http://nopr.niscpr.res.in/handle/123456789/67131 2026-01-15T10:03:34Z 2026-01-01T00:00:00Z

Title: Character Merchandising: Exploring the Intersection of Intellectual Property and Commercial Exploitation Authors: Mehta, Sakshi; Kumar, Suneel; Kothiyal, Monika Abstract: The evolution of character merchandising from its initial role as an adjunct to exploiting the distinctive traits of real or fictional personalities has resulted in significant revenue generation. However, stakeholders in India's entertainment landscape have encountered legal disparities amidst this evolution. This article elucidates the legal intricacies of character merchandising, focusing on celebrity or personality merchandising. It examines the inherent conflicts among Indian laws governing character merchandising and analyzes recent judicial developments, and the need for a balanced dispute resolution framework between copyright holders and celebrities. Through this analysis, the article provides valuable insights into navigating legal challenges and fostering equitable solutions in character merchandising within India's evolving legal framework. It delves into recent judicial pronouncements about character merchandising within the Indian legal landscape and examines the existing legal framework. Moreover, the study endeavors to devise a framework for harmonizing the interests of copyright holders and celebrities within the realm of character merchandising. Page(s): 32-39

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