Region-focused IP developments curated by the IIPLA newsroom, including policy shifts, litigation, brand disputes, patent activity, and enforcement updates.
The Controller General of Patents, Designs and Trade Marks (CGPDTM) has released the tentative dates and venues for the 2027 Patent Agent Examination and Trade Marks Agent Examination. Scheduled for 9 and 10 January 2027 respectively, these exams will be held at 15 centres nationwide, offering aspiring IP professional…
The Sustainable Harnessing and Advancement of Nuclear Energy (SHANTI) Act, 2025, modernizes India’s nuclear energy legal framework by consolidating previous laws and introducing robust intellectual property protections. It promotes innovation through patent safeguards for nuclear technologies while addressing national…
The Indian government has approved Semicon 2.0, a comprehensive policy initiative aimed at transforming India’s semiconductor ecosystem by emphasizing domestic chip design and intellectual property creation. Targeting six critical semiconductor segments, the policy seeks to build a full electronics ecosystem, reduce i…
A trademark conflict between Anthropic Softwares Pvt. Ltd. of India and U.S.-based Anthropic PBC spotlights challenges in protecting intellectual property as AI companies expand internationally. The Karnataka commercial court is evaluating claims of prior use, marketplace confusion, and infringement, underscoring the…
STL has won a decisive patent dispute against Fujikura Ltd. after the European Patent Office’s Technical Board of Appeal revoked Fujikura’s European Patent EP 3796060 in full. The ruling, issued on June 24, 2026, settles the UK patent conflict in STL’s favor and strengthens its intellectual property position across Eu…
IIPLA reviews the patents implications of Patents, Vimag Labs, Bengaluru-based, with practical notes for India IP teams monitoring risk, enforcement, licensing, and portfolio strategy.
The Philippines has been identified among the world’s fastest-growing economies in intangible investments, with a 3.9% compound annual growth rate from 2012 to 2022. According to the World Intellectual Property Organization’s latest report, the country’s spending on research and development, software, brands, and inte…
The second season of India’s Got Latent, hosted by comedian Samay Raina, prominently credits an 11-lawyer legal team from Mumbai-based Hirani & Associates. The firm specializes in intellectual property and entertainment law, offering extensive transactional and litigation advisory services. This robust legal presence…
IIPLA reviews the patents implications of Patents, Delhi HC Judge Prathiba, Singh Enters International IP, with practical notes for India IP teams monitoring risk, enforcement, licensing, and portfolio strategy.
The Office of the Controller General of Patents, Designs and Trade Marks (CGPDTM) will retire the existing Public Search of Trade Marks portal on July 1, 2026, transitioning all trademark search and related digital services to a new platform at https://tmrsearch.ipindia.gov.in/ESEARCH. This upgrade aims to modernize I…
The Children's Research University (CRU) in Gandhinagar has launched 'Kidnovation,' a six-month program designed to nurture creativity among schoolchildren in Gujarat by transforming their ideas into intellectual property. The initiative includes mentorship, technical and legal support, and aims to file 20 to 30 provi…
A recent cyberattack on Tata Electronics, a major Apple production partner, has resulted in the alleged leak of over 200,000 files containing sensitive engineering documents related to Apple and Tesla products. The incident underscores the growing threat of intellectual property theft targeting supply chain suppliers…
The Maharashtra government has approved Rs 60 crore for establishing the Maharashtra Academy for Nurturing Technology, Research and Intellectual Assets (MANTRA). Scheduled to begin operations from July 1 at the University of Mumbai, MANTRA aims to support patent filing, intellectual property management, and research c…
A new Cornerstone Research report highlights significant growth and diversification in U.S. intellectual property litigation, driven by evolving global innovation dynamics and strategic cross-border enforcement. The study details how intangible assets dominate market value, litigation filings have surged, and jurisdic…
On April 28, 2026, ICAR–Indian Institute of Rapeseed-Mustard Research (IIRMR), Bharatpur, marked World Intellectual Property Day by conducting a comprehensive workshop focused on Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) in agricultural research. The event underscored the importance of protecting scientific innovations throu…
The Salangpur Hanuman Temple trust in Gujarat has secured trademark and copyright protection for its renowned 54-foot Hanuman statue and sacred idol, aiming to prevent unauthorized commercial use. This move has ignited opposition from saints and religious leaders who argue that divine figures cannot be legally owned o…
ZEE Entertainment Enterprises Ltd. has issued a compliance advisory to hotels, restaurants, and commercial establishments across India, cautioning against unauthorized streaming of FIFA World Cup 2026 content and improper use of FIFA’s protected trademarks. The broadcaster, holding exclusive streaming rights for the e…
MNLU Mumbai, in partnership with the Department of Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) - IPR Chair and the Centre for Research in Intellectual Property (CRIP), has announced an Online Certificate Course focused on the protection of various Intellectual Property Rights (IPRs) in India. The course aims to e…
The iconic cultural motifs ‘Patitapabana’, ‘Ananda Bajara’, and ‘Nilachakara’ have been officially designated as the intellectual property of the Puri temple. This legal recognition aims to safeguard these heritage symbols from unauthorized use and preserve their cultural significance. The move reflects growing effort…
The Shree Jagannath Temple Administration (SJTA) has obtained intellectual property protection from IP India for the terms ‘Ananda Bazaar’ and ‘Patitapaban’, as well as the SJTA logo. This legal recognition safeguards the cultural heritage associated with the 12th-century Jagannath Temple in Puri by restricting unauth…
The Shree Jagannath Temple Administration (SJTA) has successfully registered intellectual property rights for several important names and logos associated with the 12th-century Jagannath Temple in Puri. This move aims to protect the temple’s unique religious and cultural identity amid concerns over misuse of its tradi…
Shoolini University has marked a significant milestone by filing more than 2,000 intellectual property applications, including utility patents, designs, copyrights, and trademarks. The university’s Intellectual Property Rights Office reported strong innovation activity in 2025 and set ambitious targets to reach 10,000…
This week’s global patent litigation update covers pivotal decisions from the US Supreme Court on induced infringement for skinny-label generics, and the Madras High Court’s detailed guidance on India’s Bolar exemption. Additional insights from the Unified Patent Court and European Patent Office highlight evolving pat…
The ongoing Middle East conflict has significantly affected Asia-Pacific energy markets, particularly liquefied natural gas (LNG) supply and pricing. Key LNG exporters like Qatar have suffered production disruptions, while major importers across the region face heightened costs and supply uncertainties. Countries incl…
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