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Indian Trademark Registry Notices, Updates and Notifications – 2020

This post outlines the Indian Trademark Registry’s key notices and deadline extensions during 2020, driven by COVID19 disruptions and judicial directives. It objectively covers adjournments, operational changes, and the legal framework for ongoing trademark processes.

Pressing Need to Clear the Muddy Waters: SEP Litigation in India

This post examines the complexities of SEP litigation in India, focusing on the legal ambiguities around FRAND royalties and institutional approaches. It highlights the need for clear guidelines to ensure fair licensing and competition compliance in the Indian technology sector.

The need for copyright protection: Number of works created as a function of copyright protection

This article explores the need for copyright protection by assessing its impact on the creation and distribution of works. It provides an analytical overview of how copyright law achieves a balance between incentivising creators and ensuring public access, with a focus on economic and legal perspectives.

In this week’s Patent News: ISRO’s patent generates buzz, Open Invention Network and more

This edition of patent news covers ISRO’s new patent, Sumitomo Mitsui’s entry into the Open Invention Network, and UKIPO’s operational updates. The bulletin also discusses BananaIP Counsels’ expertise in patent matters.

63% more applications granted last week; publications tally at 791

The latest Indian patent statistics show a significant rise in granted applications and publications for the week ending 26th June 2020. The report provides detailed city-wise data, design registrations, and insights from BananaIP Counsels, supporting patent awareness in India.

ITC vs. NESTLE, the Curious Case of The Magic Masala, Crypto Exchange Loses Domain Dispute to Australian Florist, and more

This bulletin examines trademark and IP developments such as the ITC vs Nestle Magic Masala case, Binance’s domain dispute, and new GI filings in India. Key updates on licensing, brand partnerships, and procedural changes in IP deadlines are also discussed.

WIPO PROOF – a new service from WIPO, High Court orders withdrawal of IPOs public notice and other patent news

WIPO PROOF has been introduced as a digital evidence service for intellectual assets. The Delhi High Court has withdrawn a key IPO notice, impacting patent timelines. This update also covers patent litigation and international patent infrastructure developments.

Fewer examination reports being issued, will backlog haunt patent office again?

The weekly Indian Patent Office statistics indicate a decline in patent publications and grants, with fewer examination reports being issued. This trend raises concerns about a potential backlog, even as design registrations remain steady.

Trademark Registry Activity Gearing up Back to Normal. 45% Trademark Applications Examined by the Registry this Week

The Trademark Registry in India has shown a marked upturn in activity, with a 45 percent increase in trademark applications examined and a 24 percent rise in published applications this week. These developments indicate a steady move towards normal operational levels.

Kashmiri Saffron Bags GI Tag, Adidas to Launch Sustainable Shoes with Allbirds, and more

Kashmiri Saffron has been awarded the GI tag, marking an important achievement in Indian geographical indications. This bulletin further highlights Adidas’s collaboration with Allbirds on sustainable footwear, recent trademark litigation, and updates on domain name disputes and brand licensing.