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IPR policy guidelines published, Heads of UKIPO, EPO and USPTO discuss global patent system and more

DPIIT has published draft guidelines for implementing IPR policy in academic institutions, addressing ownership and benefit sharing. The post also covers major patent infringement cases and the ongoing global cooperation among leading patent offices.

Patent statistics – general dip in publications and grants this week

This analysis presents Indian patent statistics for the week, noting a marked decline in both publications and grants. Detailed data on city-wise trends and design registrations are discussed, providing insights into recent patent office activity.

CASE Act, Publicity Rights Suit Against Facebook and Reddit, and more

This bulletin reviews key legal events in entertainment and copyright law, including the CASE Act, publicity rights litigation, and piracy challenges. It provides an analytical overview of major lawsuits, legislative changes, and industry partnerships relevant to intellectual property protection.

Trademark Registrations Granted Go Down by 28 Percent this Week

The Indian Trademark Office saw a 28 percent decline in registrations granted this week, alongside decreases in several other metrics. However, published applications in the trademark journal increased by 17 percent, providing a nuanced view of activity.

Relevance of Intellectual Property Rights (IPR)

This article examines the legal and practical relevance of Intellectual Property Rights in India. It discusses how IPR protects innovation and creativity while fostering economic and societal growth through structured legal mechanisms.

Saaho Plagiarism, Forever21 Sued for Ariana Grande Look-alike, BBC Pays for Privacy Violations, and more

This bulletin provides detailed entertainment law updates, including Saaho plagiarism allegations and international copyright disputes. It offers expert analysis on recent legal developments impacting the entertainment industry.

A Case for Statutory Licensing of Music for Broadcasting

This post evaluates the necessity of statutory licensing of music for broadcasting under Section 31D of the Indian Copyright Act. It argues for a more transparent and accessible licensing model, highlighting the limitations of voluntary licensing and the potential benefits for authors and the public.

Weekly Trademark News Bulletin: Suzuki Declared as a Well-Known Trademark, The Dindigul Lock Gets GI Tag, Cornetto Defends its Little Horn and Other News

This bulletin covers major trademark and intellectual property updates from India and abroad, including Suzuki’s well-known trademark recognition and the Dindigul Lock’s GI tag. It also examines recent infringement cases, domain name disputes, and brand expansion news.

Trademark News Bulletin: Indian Trademark Statistics

This bulletin provides an analytical summary of weekly Indian trademark statistics, examining trends in applications, registrations, and office actions. The data offers a structured, factual overview for legal and intellectual property professionals.

Digital Rights Management

Digital Rights Management systems are essential for protecting digital content in the modern era. This post provides a legal and technological analysis of DRM, focusing on Indian copyright law and international frameworks.