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Apple Files Trademark for its Covid-19 App, MakeMyTrip Defends its Trademark and more

The post analyses significant trademark updates, including MakeMyTrip’s injunction, Apple’s Covid-19 app trademark, and domain dispute decisions. It also addresses GI developments and operational changes at Indian IP offices during the lockdown.

Online Enforcement of IP

This article explores the challenges and procedures of online enforcement of intellectual property, including takedown requests and intermediary roles. It offers a structured analysis of legal complexities and practical steps for protecting IP rights in the digital environment.

BMW Wins over DMW E-Rickshaw, Coca-Cola Fights Domain Dispute and more

The post provides an analysis of significant trademark and domain name disputes, such as BMW’s case against DMW and Coca-Cola’s domain name complaint. It also reviews brand licensing developments and a new GI application, with objective legal insights.

4162 Trademark Applications Filed, No Examinations, Publications and Registrations in the Last Week

4162 trademark applications were filed in India last week, with no examinations or registrations reported. This post details statistics by jurisdiction and provides cumulative data for 2020 in a clear, legal-academic style.

Amidst National Lockdown 1997 Trademark Applications Filed Last Week.

Despite the ongoing national lockdown, 1997 trademark applications were filed in India last week, with Delhi leading in filings. This post presents an objective summary of the latest trademark statistics compiled from official sources.

Amidst National Lock-down, Trademark Registry comes to a Standstill

The national lockdown has brought the Indian Trademark Registry to a standstill, leading to a notable decrease in registrations. Despite office closures, online filing persists, but the number of registrations granted has dropped sharply.

Extension Granted by IP Office, Trademark Opposition Hearings Cancelled, and more

This post analyses recent trademark opposition hearing cancellations, extensions by the IP Office, and notable brand and GI developments. It offers legal updates relevant to trademark owners and practitioners in India.

61% Decrease in the Trademark Examinations this Week

This week, Indian trademark examination statistics reveal a sharp decline, with a 61 percent decrease in applications examined and notable shifts in other key metrics. The data provides a clear, structured overview of recent trends at the Indian Trademark Office.

Indian Trademark Judgments – 2020

This article reviews landmark Indian trademark judgments from 2020, focusing on major infringement disputes before leading courts. The analysis covers interim and permanent injunctions, the handling of well-known trademarks, and judicial perspectives on misuse and misleading use of brand names.

Corona Puts the IP World on Notice, Google Protects its Domain Name and more

This update examines key intellectual property developments, including major trademark disputes, domain name cases, and the operational impact of COVID-19 on IP offices. The bulletin offers objective analysis relevant to Indian and international IP law practitioners.