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Leading medical technology company Becton Dickinson and Company (BD) has filed a patent infringement lawsuit against Baxter International Inc., claiming that Baxter has unlawfully used BD’s patented technologies in it...
Regularly check our site to learn about PCT filing and more crucial ideas. The patent Cooperation Treaty is known as PCT. It is an international agreement that has more than 150 members. Submitting a single PCT applic...
Foreign Ministry Responds to U.S. 'Priority Foreign Country' Designation, Citing Legal Reforms and International Cooperation
Vietnam's Ministry of Foreign Affairs has called on the United States to offer an objective and balanced evaluation of the country's intellectual property protection efforts. The statement follows the U.S. government's decision to list Vietnam as a 'Priority Foreign Country' in its annual global IP report. Vietnamese…
Annual Feature Recognizes Leading IP Attorneys Nominated by Peers and Selected by Editorial Panel
Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly has released its 2025 list of 'Go To Lawyers' in the field of Intellectual Property, highlighting attorneys recognized for their leadership and expertise. The honorees were nominated by colleagues and chosen by a dedicated panel, continuing the publication's tradition of spotlighting excel…
The United States Trade Representative has placed India on its 2026 Priority Watch List for intellectual property (IP) rights, flagging continued concerns over protection and enfo…
The United States Trade Representative has placed India on its 2026 Priority Watch List for intellectual property (IP) rights, flagging continued concerns over protection and enforcement mechanisms. The designation was announced in the annual Special 301 Report, which assesses how effectively US trading partners safeg…
World Intellectual Property Day highlights the vital contribution of intellectual property rights to innovation, creativity, and economic growth, while guiding creators on how to…
Observed annually on April 26, World Intellectual Property Day was established by the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) in 2000 to raise awareness about the importance of intellectual property (IP) rights. The day underscores how IP rights incentivize innovation and creativity across various sectors, inc…
A detailed guide to India’s Intellectual Property Rights system covering patents, copyrights, trademarks, and geographical indications, highlighting legislative provisions and adm…
Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) in India encompass a broad spectrum of legal protections including patents, copyrights, trademarks, industrial designs, geographical indications, and trade secrets. Governed by multiple legislations and administered by designated government bodies, IPR plays a pivotal role in fosteri…
Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal announces significant progress in patent grants and calls for expedited trademark and copyright enforcement.
India has emerged as the sixth largest nation in trademark filings worldwide, according to Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal. Speaking at the National Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) awards, Goyal highlighted the government's ongoing efforts to strengthen the country's intellectual property ecosystem, not…
Fifty years of landmark intellectual property decisions have positioned the Delhi High Court as a leader in shaping Indian and global IP law.
Marking its 50th anniversary, the Delhi High Court has established itself as a central forum for intellectual property rights (IPR) litigation and jurisprudence in India. Over the past five decades, the court has delivered a series of landmark rulings that have not only influenced Indian statutes and legal practice bu…
Katihar Court Grants Status Quo Relief in Dispute Over Iconic Bollywood Films and Music Catalogues, Marking a Significant Win for Producers
In a landmark ruling, the Civil Judge (Senior Division)-I Court in Katihar has granted interim protection to M/s. Puja Entertainment (India) Ltd. against Tips Music Limited and others, halting unauthorized exploitation of intellectual property rights related to several renowned Bollywood films and music catalogues. Th…
International payments for IP use have more than doubled since 2010, reflecting the growing role of intangible assets in global commerce
In 2023, worldwide cross-border payments for intellectual property (IP) usage exceeded $1 trillion, marking significant growth driven by increased global economic integration and the rising importance of intangible assets such as technology and software. The United States, Japan, Germany, the Netherlands, and the Unit…
WASHINGTON — The United States has again placed India on its Priority Watch List for intellectual property concerns, citing persistent enforcement gaps, patent delays and long-run…
WASHINGTON — The United States has again placed India on its Priority Watch List for intellectual property concerns, citing persistent enforcement gaps, patent delays and long-running disputes over protections for pharmaceutical and digital products. The designation was included in the 2026 Special 301 Report released…
The TOI Business Desk is a vigilant and dedicated team of journalists committed to delivering the latest and most relevant business news from around the world to readers of The Ti…
The TOI Business Desk is a vigilant and dedicated team of journalists committed to delivering the latest and most relevant business news from around the world to readers of The Times of India. The primary focus of the TOI Business Desk is to keep a watchful eye on the global business landscape, covering a wide spectru…