Indian IP Office invites entries for National IP Awards, 2021 and 2022

The Indian IP Office is inviting entries for the National Intellectual Property Awards 2021 and 2022, celebrating excellence in IP creation and innovation. Submissions are open until 31st August, 2022, with detailed guidelines and categories outlined in the official announcement.

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Principles for filing Divisional Patent Applications in India

This post reviews the legal principles for filing divisional patent applications in India, focusing on the requirement for a plurality of inventions in the parent application’s claims. It provides an analytical overview of recent court decisions and statutory provisions governing the process.

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Weekly News Updates: Copyright and Entertainment Law

The latest news in copyright and entertainment law includes a Delhi High Court injunction for Sony Entertainment, proposed digital media regulations, and draft guidelines for child artists. These updates reflect evolving legal protections in India’s media and entertainment sector.

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Delhi High Court asks the Patent Office to decide on amendments and give adequate opportunity in Opposition Proceedings

The Delhi High Court has provided clear procedural guidance for patent opposition proceedings, focusing on transparency and fair opportunity for all parties. The judgment underscores the importance of timely decisions on claim amendments and systematic handling of pre-grant oppositions by the Indian Patent Office.

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High Court permits delayed trademark evidence because of E-portal upload issues

The Delhi High Court permitted delayed filing of trademark opposition evidence due to e-portal upload limits, clarifying statutory timelines under trademark rules. This case illustrates how technical challenges in e-filing are addressed by the judiciary to ensure procedural fairness in trademark proceedings.

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