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Latest court orders, judgments, and legal developments from Indian courts — AI-curated and summarized.

IPRS v Hotel Appolo: Licensing Challenges in Copyright Law
District Court of Darjeelingintellectual_property

IPRS v Hotel Appolo: Licensing Challenges in Copyright Law

The Delhi District Court's ruling in IPRS v Hotel Appolo raises crucial questions regarding licensing obligations of hotels regarding copyrighted television content.

Sep 7, 2026Read more →
CGPDTM Seeks Stakeholder Input on New Pharma and Biotech Patent Guidelines
Controller General of Patents, Designs and Trademarkscorporateintellectual_property

CGPDTM Seeks Stakeholder Input on New Pharma and Biotech Patent Guidelines

The Controller General of Patents, Designs and Trademarks has announced draft guidelines for examining patent applications in the pharmaceutical and biotechnology sectors, inviting feedback from stakeholders.

Sep 7, 2026Read more →
Automated Takedowns on Social Media: A Copyright Perspective
Delhi High Courtintellectual_propertycyber

Automated Takedowns on Social Media: A Copyright Perspective

The Delhi High Court scrutinizes the automated copyright take-down processes employed by social media platforms, raising concerns over free speech implications and copyright enforcement mechanisms.

Sep 6, 2026Read more →
Assessing Doctrinal Issues in Jyothy Labs v. Dabur
Bombay High Courtintellectual_propertycivil

Assessing Doctrinal Issues in Jyothy Labs v. Dabur

The Bombay High Court's ruling in Jyothy Labs v. Dabur raises essential questions on trademark doctrine. The decision highlights the need for clarity in essential-feature protection and passing off.

Sep 6, 2026Read more →
Jyothy Labs v. Dabur: A Critical Analysis of Essential-Feature Protection
Bombay High Courtintellectual_propertycorporate

Jyothy Labs v. Dabur: A Critical Analysis of Essential-Feature Protection

The Bombay High Court in Jyothy Labs v. Dabur ruled on a trademark dispute over the use of 'NEEM'. The case illustrates complexities surrounding essential-feature protection and the descriptive-suggestive divide, raising questions about the Court's reasoning in trademark law.

Sep 5, 2026Read more →
[Part I] AI in the Patent Office: Can Human Oversight Neutralise AI’s Influence?
CGPDTMintellectual_propertycorporate

[Part I] AI in the Patent Office: Can Human Oversight Neutralise AI’s Influence?

The CGPDTM's new guidelines on AI use in patent examination aim to maintain a balance between leveraging technology and preserving the integrity of the patent review process. This regulatory framework raises significant questions about human oversight.

Sep 4, 2026Read more →
Originality Without Authorship: Analysing the Copyright Office’s Decision in Thaler
Copyright Office of Indiaintellectual_property

Originality Without Authorship: Analysing the Copyright Office’s Decision in Thaler

The Copyright Office's refusal to recognize AI-generated artworks raises questions regarding originality and authorship. This decision may impact the discourse around intellectual property rights as AI increasingly contributes to creative processes.

Sep 4, 2026Read more →
Sayani Gupta Files ₹9 Crore Defamation Suit Against Vinita Negi
Mumbai City Civil Courtintellectual_property

Sayani Gupta Files ₹9 Crore Defamation Suit Against Vinita Negi

Actor Sayani Gupta has initiated a ₹9 crore defamation suit against filmmaker Vinita Negi, following allegations of plagiarism related to her project 'Aasmani'.

Sep 3, 2026Read more →
Bombay HC Decision on Controller's Evidence in Patent Opposition
Bombay High Courtintellectual_property

Bombay HC Decision on Controller's Evidence in Patent Opposition

The Bombay High Court's ruling in Ashit Padhaya v. Assistant Controller emphasizes the necessity of disclosing evidence in patent opposition proceedings, mitigating potential biases.

Sep 1, 2026Read more →
Guidelines on AI Use in Patent Examination Released
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Guidelines on AI Use in Patent Examination Released

The CGPDTM has introduced new guidelines aimed at regulating the use of AI in the patent examination process. This article discusses the objectives of the guidelines and their implications.

Sep 1, 2026Read more →
AI in Patent Office: Accountability When Oversight Fails
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AI in Patent Office: Accountability When Oversight Fails

The recent discussions on AI in patent examination raise critical questions of accountability. This article explores the implications of using AI and the guidelines established by the CGPDTM.

Sep 1, 2026Read more →
Delhi HC Directs Facebook, Instagram to Remove DA MILANO Infringing Posts
Delhi High Courtintellectual_property

Delhi HC Directs Facebook, Instagram to Remove DA MILANO Infringing Posts

The Delhi High Court has ordered social media platforms Facebook and Instagram to remove posts that infringe on the DA MILANO brand, streamlining the process for handling intellectual property complaints.

Aug 31, 2026Read more →
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