List of required documents for patent filing in India
Protecting your invention is a major concern for inventors and investors alike. For anyone seeking a patent in India, it’s important to understand that the protection path is a long and structured journey. From understanding the process and preparing the list of required documents for patent filing in India to navigating through examination and potential […]
NLU Delhi Launches One-Year LL.M. in Intellectual Property Law in Collaboration with Indian Patent Office
In a major step toward strengthening India’s intellectual property (IP) ecosystem, the circular officially announces admissions for the one-year LL.M. (Professional). NLU Delhi launches a one-year LL.M. collaboration with the Office of the Controller General of Patents, Designs and Trade Marks (CGPDTM) and has officially announced admissions for a one-year LL.M. This flagship program is part […]
Ferrero Wins: Nutella Declared Well-Known Trademark by Delhi High Court
One big piece of news is making headlines in India. On July 29, 2025, the Delhi HC announced that Nutella is a well-known trademark under Indian law. This decision came during a Nutella trademark case filed by Nutella’s maker, Ferrero, against a company accused of selling fake Nutella products in India. This trademark infringement case […]
Evergreening of Patents in India: Piyush Goyal Says It Won’t Be Allowed
Recently, Piyush Goyal, Union Minister of Commerce and Industry, made a significant statement declaring that India will not allow the evergreening of patents. This strong stance comes in response to growing pressure from multinational pharmaceutical companies and foreign governments seeking to dilute India’s stringent patent laws, particularly Section 3(d) of the Indian Patent Act. To […]
Delhi HC Scheduled Hearing for Mohak Mangal’s Petition to Relocate ANI Copyright Case to IP Division
A big update is coming from the Delhi High Court. On July 21, 2025, the Delhi High Court indicated that it is ready to transfer the copyright and trademark case filed by ANI from the Patiala House District Court to the High Court’s IP Division. But this case has many layers—from ANI’s initial copyright strikes […]
Best IP Law Firm in Delhi: Expert in Patent, Trademark, and Copyright
India is buzzing with innovation—especially in Delhi. From breakthrough products to smart solutions and creative designs, people across the city and country are building incredible things every day. But here’s the catch: what happens after you come up with a great idea? If you’re an innovator, it’s important to understand that sharing your idea without […]
How do we define Counterfeit Goods
Counterfeit products are a novel global phenomenon these days that imperils business, consumers, and economies as a whole. Apart from infringing intellectual property rights, counterfeit products also have undesirable impacts on safety, quality, and consumer confidence. This knowledge guide attempts to explain what counterfeit products are, why they are important, and how businesses may guard […]
Brand Infringement Definition
Protecting one’s brand identity is equally important as fostering innovation in the business environment. Brand Mark Infringement The infringement involves the unauthorised use of a competitor trademark that bears a striking resemblance to a registered trademark. Such infringement can damage the reputation of the brand and can confuse the public. This article attempts to explain […]
Top Strategies for Protecting Your IP in Emerging Markets
In a progressively globalized world, corporations are extending into new markets increasingly to tap new bases of consumers, hold down production costs, and diversify their income streams. Asian, African, Latin American, and Eastern European countries are being viewed as promising frontiers for investment and innovation. However, with the wonderful opportunity comes even greater risk—chiefly that […]
PCT Nationalization for Startups
Protection of intellectual property (IP) may be the difference between startup success and long-term survival versus being out run by rivals for early-stage startups. Filing a patent under the Patent Cooperation Treaty (PCT) is an outstanding first step towards worldwide protection. However, filing the PCT application is only the beginning. The next and perhaps most […]