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Patent office continues working hard amidst pandemic, over 800 applications examined this week

This report analyses Indian patent and design statistics for the week ending 30 April 2021, highlighting examination, publication, and grant numbers. The data reflects ongoing activity at the Indian patent office despite pandemic challenges.

Is today a Happy World IP Day?

This post analyses World IP Day amid the COVID-19 pandemic, questioning whether intellectual property systems have supported or hindered access to vital medicines. It highlights the limited measures taken globally and India’s cautious approach to compulsory licensing.

Delhi High Court asks government to consider issuing compulsory licenses, World IP day 2021, a solemn affair this year, India – South Africa patent waiver proposal opposed again and more

The Delhi High Court has advised the government to consider compulsory licensing of COVID-19 treatments, reflecting the urgent need for wider access. This post also covers the global debate on patent waivers and the observance of World IP Day 2021, with a focus on recent legal and policy updates.

Chanel Unsuccessful Against Huawei, Adidas Unveils Yoda Shoes, and more

This bulletin covers significant trademark disputes involving Chanel, Huawei, and Facebook, along with licensing updates from Adidas and Casetify. It also highlights recent Indian trademark and GI developments, maintaining an objective legal perspective.

Patent publications decrease this week but grants increase slightly even as India battles COVID

This report analyses Indian patent and design statistics for April 2021, highlighting a decrease in patent publications but a slight increase in grants. It provides a detailed breakdown by city, publication type, and includes design registration figures.

Nokia and Lenovo settle patent dispute, Apple wins $506 Million patent-damages appeal and more

This post provides an analytical overview of recent patent disputes and policy developments. It discusses the Nokia-Lenovo settlement, Apple’s patent damages appeal, and new USPTO initiatives related to COVID-19, offering a legal perspective on each event.

Lull in activity at Patent office, patent publications and grants decrease

Patent publications and grants in India have shown a significant decrease this week, as detailed in the latest statistics from the Patent Office. The analysis highlights city-wise changes and provides an objective overview of recent trends in Indian patent activity.

France Obtains ‘France.com’, Nike To Fight US Postal Service and more

This post summarises key trademark and intellectual property updates, including major litigation, domain disputes, and geographical indication news. It provides an analytical perspective on recent court decisions and brand developments.

Vitiation of IPAB and Beyond – Changes to the Indian Patents Act

The abolition of the IPAB has shifted appellate and adjudicatory functions under the Indian Patents Act to the High Courts. This post analyses the significant legal changes, outlining the expanded role of Indian High Courts in patent matters after the Tribunals Reforms Ordinance 2021.

Google wins against Oracle’s Code Theft Claim, Youtube introduces ‘Checks’ for Copyright violations, Marshmello wins ‘Happier’ Copyright case against ARTY and more.

This bulletin reviews recent legal developments in copyright infringement, including major verdicts involving Google, Youtube, Marshmello, and Bitcoin’s white paper. It provides factual, structured insights into the legal reasoning and broader implications for the entertainment and technology sectors.