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Expert lecture on, Balancing Acts: Navigating the Intellectual Property Rights and Competition Law

Date: 23rd Jan 2024

An expert talk on “Balancing Acts: Navigating the Intersection of IPR and Competition Law” organized by the IPR, Tech, and AI Centre was organized on 23rd January 2024. The interactive session began with Mr. Shine’s comprehensive presentation, supported by a well-prepared slideshow. He elucidated the complementary yet dissecting nature Of IPR and competition law, shedding light on essential conventions and regulatory bodies designed to resolve potential conflicts. The emphasis was particularly placed on the TRIPS (Trade-Related Aspects of Intellectual Property Rights) agreement. Mr. Shine’s presentation engaged the students, providing them with valuable insights into the dynamic relationship between IPR and competition law. The session was punctuated by thoughtful discussions and queries from the students, showcasing their active participation and interest. The event concluded with an interactive Q&A session.

The IPR, Tech, and AI Centre at the School of Law successfully organized an expert talk on the topic “Balancing Acts: Navigating the Intersection of IPR and Competition Law.” The event was conducted online through the Google Meet platform and was attended by students eager to gain insights into the complex relationship between intellectual property rights (IPR) and competition law. The key organizers of the event were Dr Paramita Choudhury (Faculty Convenor, Mr. Chandrashekhar (Faculty Co-convenor) and Ms. Saloni Gupta (Student Convenor). The guest speaker for the event was Mr. Sugam Shine, Assistant Professor at Christ (deemed to be a university). Mr. Shine brought a wealth of experience in the field, making him an ideal speaker to guide students through the intricate aspects of IPR and competition law.

The event commenced with Mr. Chandrashekhar extending a warm welcome to Mr. Sugam Shine and introducing him to the audience. The interactive session began with Mr. Shine’s comprehensive presentation, supported by a well-prepared slideshow. He elucidated the complementary yet dissecting nature Of IPR and competition law, shedding light on essential conventions and regulatory bodies designed to resolve potential conflicts. The emphasis was particularly placed on the TRIPS (Trade-Related Aspects of Intellectual Property Rights) agreement. Mr. Shine’s presentation engaged the students, providing them with valuable insights into the dynamic relationship between IPR and competition law. The session was punctuated by thoughtful discussions and queries from the students, showcasing their active participation and interest. The event concluded with an interactive Q&A session, where students had the opportunity to pose questions to Mr. Sugam Shine. The questions ranged from topics like patent hold-ups, issue resolution between the two laws, regulating bodies, copyright infringement, and more. Mr Shine’s articulate and insightful responses added depth to the student’s understanding of these complex legal areas. Dr. Paramita Choudhury, in her capacity as the Faculty Convenor, delivered the vote of thanks to everyone involved. She expressed gratitude to Mr. Sugam Shine for his illuminating session, Mr. Chandrashekhar for his continuous support, and Ms. Saloni Gupta & Nandini Rauthan for their contributions as the student convenors. Dr. Choudhury also thanked the students for their active participation, making the event a successful and enriching learning experience.

The expert talk on “Balancing Acts: Navigating the Intersection of IPR and Competition Law” organized by the IPR, Tech, and AI Centre proved to be a valuable learning opportunity for all School of Law students. The combination of Mr. Sugam Shine’s expertise, the engaging discussions, and the interactive format contributed to a well-rounded and insightful event. The success of this expert talk underscores the School of Law’s commitment to providing students with a comprehensive understanding of crucial legal intersections.

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