Bombay HC Restrains Andaman Xtasea from Using ‘Big Boss’ Trademark, Mozambique Joins the Banjul Protocol and more

Bombay High Court has restrained Andaman Xtasea from using the Big Boss trademark in a recent interim order. The bulletin also covers Mozambique joining the Banjul Protocol, key brand licensing news, domain disputes, GI tag developments, and IP office deadline extensions in India.

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COVID crisis threatens Gilead’s patent on Remdesvir, EPO’s Enlarged Board of Appeal issues opinion on plant and animal patentability, India asks G20 to establish agreement enabling use of TRIPS flexibilities and other patent news

The post analyses patent law updates relating to COVID-19, including India’s push for TRIPS flexibilities and scrutiny of Gilead’s Remdesvir patent. It also covers the EPO’s stance on plant and animal patentability and new global initiatives in IP law enforcement.

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Michael Jordan’s Tequila Brand Sued for Copyright Infringement, Vox Media faces Infringement Lawsuit by Photographer,HBO Discontinues Free Streaming of Shows and more

This post examines significant copyright infringement lawsuits involving Michael Jordan’s tequila brand and Vox Media. It also discusses HBO’s streaming policy, Netflix’s subscriber growth, and Apple Music’s partnership with Samsung.

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3781 Trademark Applications Filed this Week, 6% Increase in Trademark Examinations this Week.

This weekly report examines Indian trademark statistics, highlighting 3781 new applications and a 6 percent increase in examinations. The analysis provides a clear, structured overview of recent trends in trademark filings and examinations.

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GI Tag to Manipur Black Rice, Crosley Radio Renews License with Beatles and more

This update provides an analysis of recent legal developments, including the GI tag for Manipur black rice, trademark and domain disputes, and brand licensing agreements. The content presents objective insights on case outcomes and registration updates in the intellectual property domain.

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Patent office extends all deadlines to 18th May 2020, WIPO launches COVID-19 IP Policy Tracker and more patent news

The Indian Patent Office has extended all deadlines for IP filings to 18th May 2020 due to the ongoing lockdown. WIPO has launched a COVID-19 IP Policy Tracker, and the USPTO now allows plant patent applications via electronic systems. This post highlights key patent and IP news updates from India and abroad.

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25000+ patent applications examined till date, general decrease in activity at IPO

This week’s Indian patent statistics reveal a general decrease in activity at the IPO, with reductions in publications and grants. Over 25000 patent applications have been examined to date, while design registrations show a moderate increase. Data is compiled and presented by BananaIP Counsels.

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Advisory & Consultations for Artists During Lockdown

With the shift to online platforms during lockdown, artists face new intellectual property challenges and risks. BananaIP Counsels offers free legal consultation to help artists protect and monetise their creative works online. Contact us for expert advice on safeguarding your rights.

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