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Extension Granted by IP Office, Trademark Opposition Hearings Cancelled, and more

This post analyses recent trademark opposition hearing cancellations, extensions by the IP Office, and notable brand and GI developments. It offers legal updates relevant to trademark owners and practitioners in India.

Indian 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.

Corona Puts the IP World on Notice, Google Protects its Domain Name and more

This update examines key intellectual property developments, including major trademark disputes, domain name cases, and the operational impact of COVID-19 on IP offices. The bulletin offers objective analysis relevant to Indian and international IP law practitioners.

8167 New Trademark Applications Filed this Week

This week saw 8167 new trademark applications filed in India, with substantial increases in examinations and show cause hearings. The report provides a structured analysis of trademark activity and trends based on official statistics.

Puma Shoos Away a Trademark Infringer, New “Apple Watch Studio” Trademark for Customizable Watches, and more

This bulletin examines trademark infringement and brand licensing cases, including Puma’s court victory and Apple’s new trademark application. It also highlights recent franchising and domain name dispute updates in a clear, analytical manner.

50% Decrease in the Trademark Applications Examined this Week

The Indian Trademark Office reported a 50 percent decrease in examined applications this week, alongside notable shifts in registrations and renewals. This analysis presents verified statistics for legal and academic evaluation of trademark activity in India.

Coordination Committee of WIPO nominates Mr. Daren Tang for post of Director General; WIPO Academy, RGNIIPM and NLU Nagpur to host WIPO-India Summer School and more

WIPO has nominated Mr. Daren Tang as its new Director General, while the WIPO Academy, RGNIIPM, and NLU Nagpur will host the WIPO-India Summer School in June 2020. Other updates include international patent filings and the 25th anniversary of the Community Plant Variety Office of Europe.

The post analyses copyright registration statistics in India for early 2020, highlighting trends by work type. Literary and dramatic works led the filings, while cinematograph works were least registered. Compiled by BananaIP Counsels with an objective, data-driven approach.

5446 Trademark Applications Registered this Week

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.

Over 15,000 Patent applications Examined this year, Patent Grants reach the 5000 mark

Over 15,000 patent applications have been examined and more than 5,000 patents granted by the Indian Patent Office in 2020, with significant activity reported across major cities. Design registrations also saw substantial growth, reflecting ongoing innovation in India.

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