Latest court orders, judgments, and legal developments from Indian courts — AI-curated and summarized.
The IPO’s Draft Guidelines for Examination of Pharmaceutical Patent Applications, 2026, have drawn strong criticism for misquoting statutory provisions and introducing legally unsound interpretations. Stakeholders urge comprehensive revision before finalization.
The Madras High Court's decision in TCRC v. Ganga Rudraiah underscores the fragility of unwritten copyright arrangements. The Court examined Section 17(b) of the Copyright Act and the doctrine of acquiescence, stressing the need for clear assignment documentation.
The Delhi High Court ruled that a formal declaration is not mandatory to invoke Section 11(2) of the Trademarks Act. The decision permits reliance on well-known mark status established through prior proceedings, potentially affecting the evidentiary role of Rule 124.
The Delhi High Court offers insights on navigating jurisdictional issues within the digital realm in Hindustan Unilever Limited v Kwick Living.
The Calcutta High Court asserts that Hotel Appolo must obtain an IPRS license for broadcasting music to guests, reinforcing copyright law in hospitality services.
In a significant ruling, the Delhi High Court provides clarity regarding the scope of protection for well-known trademarks, emphasizing their cross-category safeguarding.
The Delhi High Court reviewed jurisdictional issues related to an IP dispute between Hindustan Unilever and Kwick Living, highlighting the complexity of territorial jurisdiction in the digital age.
The Calcutta High Court ruled that hotels must obtain IPRS licenses to broadcast music in guest rooms, emphasizing copyright compliance in hospitality operations.
The Copyright Office's refusal to recognize AI-generated artwork by Dr. Stephen Thaler as authored raises critical questions about originality and authorship in copyright law. Legal scholars delve into the reasoning behind the decision and its implications for future copyright claims.
In a recent trademark dispute, the Bombay High Court examined the use of 'NEEM' by Jyothy Labs and its implications for trademark protection. While delivering a favorable ruling, the court's reasoning raises questions about essential-feature protection and descriptive trademarks.
The Controller General of Patents, Designs and Trademarks (CGPDTM) has released draft guidelines for biotechnology patent applications, inviting stakeholder input. These guidelines aim to streamline patent processes in the healthcare sector as the need for robust patent protections in biotech continues to grow.
The Delhi District Court's ruling in IPRS v Hotel Appolo raises crucial questions regarding licensing obligations of hotels regarding copyrighted television content.