Intellectual Property Rights

Minister clarifies on pending Indian patents, India’s GII ranking increases, National Seminar on Intellectual Property Rights, Patent Licensing Agreement and Settlement and more.

The latest weekly report analyses Indian patent statistics, including publication trends and grant data. It highlights reductions in pending patents, improvements in India’s Global Innovation Index ranking, and key updates on patent disputes and licensing settlements.

SUBRAMANIA’S COPYRIGHTS, CROSS RIVER STATE GOVERNMENT PENALIZED FOR COPYRIGHT INFRINGEMENT, YOUTUBE REMOVES VINCY CONNECT CHANNEL, BIOWORLD ATLANTYCA DEAL AND MORE

This update analyses key copyright law developments, including Subramania Bharati’s literary rights, infringement penalties in India and abroad, and new licensing deals. It also covers YouTube takedowns and the evolving landscape of entertainment law, providing structured insights for legal professionals and creatives.

GST implication on trademark registered goods, Saint Mother Teresa’s blue bordered saree gets trademark protection, Lidi in legal trouble with Kroger and more.

This article analyses GST implications on trademark registered goods, recent Indian and international trademark disputes, and notable government efforts to promote IPR awareness. Key cases such as Yahoo’s trademark win and Mother Teresa’s saree trademark are discussed with a focus on clarity and legal accuracy.

4th International Biennial Conference on Management of Intellectual Property Rights and Strategy (MIPS) 2018

MIPS 2018 at IIT Bombay brings together scholars and practitioners to discuss intellectual property rights management and research. The event features peer-reviewed submissions, workshops, and awards for both academic and practitioner excellence.

Weapon in the hands of Police?

The Indian Government has launched an IPR toolkit to assist police in enforcing intellectual property rights. This scheme, led by CIPAM and FICCI, is part of the National IPR Policy, aiming to improve awareness and enforcement nationwide.

Patent News

This weekly update summarises key developments in Indian patent news, including reforms in examination processes and international cooperation. It also discusses new government initiatives to support innovation and startups in India.

Patents and Inventions – Presentation by Dr. Kalyan C. Kankanala for MSME

Dr. Kalyan C. Kankanala’s lecture focused on patents and inventions for MSME stakeholders, emphasizing the importance of IP rights and the patent process in India. He discussed patentability criteria, commercial advantages, and strategic IP management for MSMEs.

Trademark Application filed for “English Brexit Tea”

The article discusses the trademark application for English Brexit Tea in the context of Brexit’s impact on UK intellectual property law. It provides an objective analysis of legal changes and recent trademark filings related to Brexit.

National IPR Policy – Design Related Objectives

The National IPR Policy details key objectives for advancing design rights and fostering innovation in India. It addresses the need to increase design filings, improve administrative processes, and enhance stakeholder awareness. The Policy aims to strengthen India’s intellectual property framework through targeted design-related strategies.

National IPR Policy: Geographical Indications Related Objectives

This article examines the National IPR Policy’s approach to Geographical Indications in India, focusing on awareness, registration, and commercialization. It discusses administrative reforms and strategies for supporting GI producers and enhancing market opportunities.