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Open Spaces and Closed Minds

A senior IP attorney shares a memorable visit to the Chennai Patent Office, challenging the strict professional etiquette expected in the Indian legal field. The narrative offers a candid reflection on balancing tradition with individual authenticity.

Instagram opposes Microsoft over the use of the suffix ‘gram’

Instagram has challenged Microsoft’s attempt to register ‘Actiongram’ as a trademark, citing potential consumer confusion due to the use of the ‘gram’ suffix. The dispute raises key issues about brand identity and trademark protection in the tech sector.

Patent News

This weekly update examines major patent developments in India, including Dyson’s upcoming market entry, the rejection of the Xtandi patent, and the ongoing Dolby litigation involving Vivo and OPPO. The analysis highlights the legal and commercial impact of these events.

Rubik’s Cube loses EU trademark battle

The European Court of Justice has annulled the EU trademark on Rubik’s Cube, stating its shape does not warrant trademark protection. This decision clarifies the boundary between technical solutions and trademarks in European intellectual property law.

Madras HC directs Google and YouTube to provide User Details in Defamation Suit.

The Madras High Court has ordered Google and YouTube to reveal user details in a defamation case involving Lebara Foundation. This decision addresses the balance between privacy rights and legal remedies for defamation under Indian law.

Trump winning battles in U.S and China.

The post explores Donald Trump’s legal journey to secure trademark rights over his name in China, detailing key disputes and court decisions. It highlights how the US presidential election influenced the outcome of his trademark application.

Indian Performing Right Society v. Aditya Pandey & Ors.

This post analyses the Supreme Court’s decision in Indian Performing Right Society v. Aditya Pandey, clarifying royalty payments for sound recordings. The judgment affirms that broadcasters need only pay royalties to the sound recording’s copyright owner, not to the authors of underlying musical or lyrical works.

Sephora Cosmetics prevail over footwear, British MNC GlaxoSmithKline wins trademark infringement suit against GSK and more.

This weekly update examines key Indian trademark disputes, including Sephora’s resolution with a local footwear business and GlaxoSmithKline’s legal victory over GSK Life Sciences. It also discusses the Bombay High Court’s rationale in dismissing Vogue’s infringement suit.

Patent News

This weekly review examines key recent events in Indian patent news, including government initiatives in 5G technology and India’s position at the US trade forum. The analysis highlights ongoing trends in patent filings and the need to encourage domestic innovation.

Dish Tv India faces Copyright infringement suit

Dish TV India was restrained by the Delhi High Court for copyright infringement involving unauthorised satellite broadcasts in the Middle East. The suit by OSN emphasised the importance of territorial broadcast rights and licensing compliance.