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Slow down in activity across the Indian patent office this week

This week’s Indian patent office statistics indicate a significant slowdown in both patent publications and grants. The post provides an analytical summary of city-wise trends, FER issuance, and industrial design registrations, offering a clear view of current IP activity.

No streaming of K-pop songs over Licensing Dispute, Disney shuts stores for eCommerce Business, Twitter introduces new e-marketing feature and more.

This post explores the K-pop licensing dispute, Disney’s move to eCommerce, and Twitter’s new marketing features. It also discusses music IP rights sales and China’s box office growth, providing a legal and business analysis.

French Court fines Jeff Koons for Copyright Infringement, English High Court orders ISPs to block Music Piracy Sites, Supreme Court suggests screening Online Content and more.

This bulletin presents a structured analysis of recent legal news, including court orders on copyright infringement, ISP obligations, and online content screening. Key cases from France, the UK, the US, and India are discussed with clarity and legal precision.

Bombay High Court Vacates Injunction Granted to ISKCON, Burberry Fights Baneberry and more

The Bombay High Court has revoked an injunction in the ISKCON trademark case due to new developments and pending Supreme Court proceedings. The post also reviews recent legal actions by Burberry and Chanel, as well as updates in brand licensing, domain disputes, and geographical indications in India.

The Information Technology (Intermediary Guidelines and Digital Media Ethics Code) Rules, 2021- A Brief Note

The Information Technology (Intermediary Guidelines and Digital Media Ethics Code) Rules, 2021, introduce comprehensive compliance and redressal mechanisms for intermediaries and digital media platforms. This note highlights key provisions, recent legal challenges, and the evolving regulatory landscape in India.

IP waiver on Covid-19 vaccine, AI lacks ‘legal personality’ says USPTO to Court and more

This post analyses the IP waiver proposal for Covid-19 vaccines and the USPTO’s stance on AI inventorship, focusing on their legal implications. It also covers recent international patent settlements and policy updates with an objective, legal-academic perspective.

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.