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Jio Announced as Official Women’s T20 Sponsor, Nestle and California Pizza Kitchen Engaged in Trademark Spat, and more

The latest trademark news includes Jio’s title sponsorship of the Women’s T20 Challenge and a high-profile trademark dispute between Nestle and California Pizza Kitchen. Additional updates address legal decisions, brand licensing, and geographical indication filings in India.

Annual report 2018-2019 published, US and EU block India and South Africa on IPR waiver proposal and more

The Annual Report 2018-2019 from the Office of CGPDTM highlights growth in Indian IPR filings and introduces new initiatives. The post also addresses international opposition to India’s TRIPS IPR waiver proposal and recent updates in the patent landscape.

58% Decrease in Trademark Registrations Granted this Week

This week’s analysis reveals a 58 percent decrease in trademark registrations granted in India. The report provides official statistics and an objective overview of key trends affecting trademark filings and disposals.

Patent publications dip by over 88%, grants dip by 21%

The latest Indian patent statistics indicate a sharp decline in both publications and grants for the week ending 9th October 2020. Early publications increased, but overall activity dropped significantly, offering insights into current trends within the Indian patent system.

Slow Pace at the Trademark Office this Week

This week, the Indian trademark office saw declines in renewal notices and registrations, reflecting a slower pace of operations. Comprehensive statistics provide insights into current trends in trademark filings and registrations.

McDonald’s Big Mack Suit Against Hungry Jack’ Big Jack, Rajasthan Royals Partners with APIS Honey and more

This bulletin presents recent trademark law updates, including major infringement suits, brand licensing deals, and domain name disputes. Key cases such as McDonald’s action against Hungry Jack and the Bombay High Court’s order against Emami are discussed, along with new partnerships in sports and food sectors.

Patent grants reduce by 54% this week, 396 patents issued

This week’s Indian patent statistics show a marked 54 percent decrease in granted patents, with 396 issued. Patent publications and design registrations are also analysed, offering insights into national trends.

T-Series issues Legal Notices to Video Platforms, Ford Motors denies Freeplay Music’s infringement claims and Court denies Taylor Swift’s motion to dismiss Infringement Lawsuit.

The bulletin examines recent legal developments involving T-Series, Ford Motors, Freeplay Music, and Taylor Swift in copyright infringement matters. Each case highlights the nuanced legal arguments and jurisdictional questions central to contemporary music copyright disputes.

Global Innovation Index 2020 published – India ranks among Top 50

India achieves a significant milestone by joining the top 50 in the Global Innovation Index 2020. This bulletin also reviews key international patent news, major litigation updates, and recent developments in intellectual property protection.

Law suit filed against TikTok and Xiaomi, National IP literacy initiative to be launched and more

This bulletin summarises recent patent infringement lawsuits involving TikTok and Xiaomi, as well as India’s new National IP Literacy initiative. It also covers innovation rankings, ongoing investigations, and insights from leading patent attorneys.