Slump in Trademark Registrations; 98% Decrease in Registrations Granted

The Indian Trademark Office has recorded a substantial slump in trademark registrations, with a 98 percent decrease in grants this week. Despite a rise in hearings and notices, overall application examination and renewals have declined sharply as per the latest official statistics.

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Obligations of Marketplace E-commerce entities and Inventory E-commerce entities.

This post examines the legal obligations and liabilities for marketplace and inventory e-commerce entities under Indian law. It highlights the key compliance requirements and distinguishes between the two models as per the proposed amendments to the Consumer Protection E-Commerce Rules.

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Lull in activity at Patent office, patent publications and grants decrease

Patent publications and grants in India have shown a significant decrease this week, as detailed in the latest statistics from the Patent Office. The analysis highlights city-wise changes and provides an objective overview of recent trends in Indian patent activity.

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Netflix and Sony Strike Groundbreaking Licensing deal, Benetton India and Timex ink Licensing deal, WhatsApp announces eCommerce Friendly Business Features and more.

This bulletin discusses major licensing deals such as Netflix and Sony’s exclusive agreement and Benetton India’s partnership with Timex. It also reviews WhatsApp’s eCommerce business features and the growing integration of social media and online marketplaces.

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Vitiation of IPAB and Beyond – What changes under the Copyright Act now?

The abolition of the IPAB through the Tribunals Reforms Ordinance 2021 has shifted copyright adjudication powers to High Courts and Commercial Courts. This post examines the key changes under the Copyright Act, detailing new dispute resolution mechanisms and legal procedures.

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