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Over 5000 patents granted in 2 months, will total grants increase this year?

Indian patent and design statistics for early 2021 show a marked increase in patent grants and publications. Over 5,000 patents were granted in two months, indicating a positive trend in intellectual property activity.

Social Dimensions of Copyright Infringement and Enforcement: A Quick Reflection in the context of Sci-Hub Litigation

This analysis explores the social context of copyright infringement in India, with particular reference to Sci-Hub litigation and academic publishing. It highlights the need for a balanced legal approach that considers public interest, affordable access, and the realities of technological change.

59% Decrease In Patent Publications This Week, Grants also Decrease Slightly

This week’s Indian patent statistics reveal a notable 59 percent drop in publications and a modest decline in grants. Detailed data on city-wise trends and industrial design registrations are provided, reflecting current activity in the Indian intellectual property landscape.

Indian IP Orders and Judgments-2021

This post reviews notable 2021 Indian IP judgments on software and film copyright infringement by the Delhi High Court. It provides legal analysis of injunctions and procedural issues in copyright disputes. The discussion is grounded in a factual and structured legal perspective.

Job Opening: Intellectual Property (IP) Associate – Bangalore

BananaIP Counsels is looking for an Intellectual Property Associate for its Bangalore office. The role requires expertise in IP law, legal advisory, and related fields, with opportunities for litigation management and research. Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply by submitting the required documents via email.

Draft Patents (Amendment) Rules, 2021 published; Bill in parliament to abolish tribunals such as IPAB

The Draft Patents (Amendment) Rules, 2021 introduce reduced fees and expedited examination for educational institutions. Meanwhile, a bill has been introduced to abolish tribunals such as IPAB, shifting jurisdiction to higher courts for greater efficiency.

78% increase in patent publications this week, grants decrease slightly

This week’s Indian patent statistics show a marked increase in publications but a decrease in grants. The report offers a detailed analysis of trends across major cities and includes insights into design registrations.

Data Privacy can take the form of non-price competition, Qualcomm loses case against EU Anti-Trust Regulators, Facebook prepares to file Anti-trust Lawsuit against Apple and more.

This bulletin covers key legal events in data privacy and anti-trust regulation, including major cases involving tech firms and regulatory responses in India, the EU, and China. The analysis presents factual updates and legal perspectives on competition and privacy issues.

CAIT embraces imposition of extra tax on foreign eCommerce companies, Court blocks Future Group’s sale of assets to Reliance Industries, Google announces closure of Stadia Game Studio and more.

The bulletin discusses CAIT’s support for an extra tax on foreign ecommerce companies, regulatory concerns over FDI, and recent legal actions affecting major businesses. It also highlights new digital platforms, music licensing initiatives, and notable shifts in the streaming and gaming sectors.

IBM #1 patent filer in 2020, Samsung at #2, Court rules in favor of Garmin in patent suit involving Philips and more

This post reports on major patent developments, including IBM and Samsung’s US patent rankings for 2020 and the ITC’s decision in favour of Garmin over Philips. It also covers international updates regarding patent prosecution, COVID-19 vaccine patent waivers, and a new EPO study on intellectual property benefits.