This bulletin presents key trademark and domain dispute updates from India and abroad, including major brand partnerships and legal developments. It offers objective analysis of recent court actions and intellectual property news from BananaIP Counsels.
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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.
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This post discusses the crucial role of intellectual property choices during the COVID-19 crisis. It calls for balanced policies and open collaboration to foster innovation and ensure access in India.
Read more about The IP Choices We Make Today Will Shape our TomorrowCOVID concerns paralyze IPO, no new patent grants or design registration
COVID-19 has disrupted the Indian Patent Office, resulting in no new patent grants or design registrations last week. While publication numbers increased, examinations and grants remained paused.
Read more about COVID concerns paralyze IPO, no new patent grants or design registrationAmidst National Lock-down, Trademark Registry comes to a Standstill
The national lockdown has brought the Indian Trademark Registry to a standstill, leading to a notable decrease in registrations. Despite office closures, online filing persists, but the number of registrations granted has dropped sharply.
Read more about Amidst National Lock-down, Trademark Registry comes to a StandstillIndian Trademark Judgments – 2020
This article reviews landmark Indian trademark judgments from 2020, focusing on major infringement disputes before leading courts. The analysis covers interim and permanent injunctions, the handling of well-known trademarks, and judicial perspectives on misuse and misleading use of brand names.
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This weekly update examines Indian trademark statistics, noting a surge in hearing and renewal notices alongside declines in examinations and registrations. The figures provide a factual summary of trademark activities across jurisdictions, reflecting current trends at the Trademark Office.
Read more about 5446 Trademark Applications Registered this WeekIntellepedia Presents a Seminar on Intellectual Property for Business and Financial Benefit
Intellepedia is hosting a focused seminar on intellectual property for business and financial benefit, led by Dr. Kalyan C. Kankanala in Bangalore. The session provides actionable insights into leveraging IP for competitive and financial advantage in India.
Read more about Intellepedia Presents a Seminar on Intellectual Property for Business and Financial BenefitA Whooping increase of 212% Trademark Applications Examined this Week.
The Indian Trademark Office saw a significant 212 percent rise in trademark applications examined this week, along with notable changes in hearings and registrations. The official statistics highlight both increases and decreases across key trademark processes.
Read more about A Whooping increase of 212% Trademark Applications Examined this Week.2019 Intellectual Property Statistics in India – Up, Up and away!
This post presents an objective review of intellectual property statistics in India for 2019, covering patents, trademarks, designs, copyrights, and geographical indications. It offers a comparative analysis with previous years using official figures and legal commentary.
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