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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…
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…
California outdoor apparel leader sues Oregon drag performer over alleged infringement of iconic trademarks amid escalating legal dispute
Patagonia, Inc. has filed a federal trademark infringement lawsuit against climate activist and drag performer Wyn Wiley, known as Pattie Gonia, alleging unauthorized commercial use of its name and P-6 logo. The dispute centers on Wiley’s expansion into branded merchandise and trademark registration efforts, raising c…
Reliance’s digital arm accelerates innovation with record intellectual property growth and expanded R&D investment
Jio Platforms and its subsidiaries dramatically increased patent filings in the 2025-26 fiscal year, submitting 3,476 applications—more than double the previous year’s count. This surge underscores Reliance Industries’ commitment to technology development across telecommunications, AI, and emerging sectors, supported…
Veteran IP lawyer Christine Chiramel to lead new Intellectual Property division at Chiramel & Co, expanding firm’s expertise into AI, media, and data protection
After a distinguished 17-year career in intellectual property law, Christine Chiramel has left her partner role at Rahul Chaudhry & Partners to establish and head the Intellectual Property practice at Chiramel & Co Solicitors and Advocates. The move marks a strategic expansion for the firm into emerging areas such as…
Producer Vashu Bhagnani secures temporary relief amid ongoing IP conflict with the makers of 'Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai'
In a recent development within the Indian film industry, producer Vashu Bhagnani has been granted interim protection in an intellectual property dispute involving the film 'Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai.' This legal relief comes as the parties remain embroiled in a conflict over rights associated with the project. The…
India, May 02 : India has once again been placed on the United States Trade Representative’s (USTR) “Priority Watch List” in its latest annual review of intellectual property righ…
India, May 02 : India has once again been placed on the United States Trade Representative’s (USTR) “Priority Watch List” in its latest annual review of intellectual property rights (IPR) protection and enforcement. The designation places India among six countries identified by the US as having significant concerns re…
New program bridges gap between IP law education and real-world practice with expert-led modules and internship opportunities
National Law University, Delhi (NLU Delhi), through its Centre for Regulatory Studies, has partnered with Mentblue to introduce a Certificate Course on Intellectual Property Rights: Law & Practice. Designed to equip participants with practical skills across the full IP lifecycle, the course features practitioner-led i…
Katihar Civil Court grants status quo order halting unauthorized exploitation of iconic films and music, marking a pivotal win for Indian producers
In a landmark ruling, M/s. Puja Entertainment (India) Ltd. obtained interim protection from the Civil Judge (Senior Division)-I, Katihar, against Tips Music Limited and others for unauthorized use of intellectual property tied to several renowned Bollywood films and music catalogues. The court’s May 6 order mandates m…
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…