Hera Pheri 3: Madras High Court Raises Questions Amid Ongoing Copyright Infringement
The intellectual property rights (IPR) surrounding one of India’s most commercially successful comedy franchises have become the subject of intense judicial scrutiny. The Hera Pheri 3 copyright case has recently taken a significant turn in the Madras High Court, where Justice Krishnan Ramasamy is presiding over a complex matter of Trademark and patent litigation. The […]
Honda Files Patent Application for Electric Commuter Motorcycle
The global automotive landscape is undergoing a rapid transition toward electrification, and Honda Motor Company is strategically positioning its intellectual property portfolio to lead this shift. Recent developments indicate that the Japanese manufacturer has submitted a significant patent filing for a new electric commuter motorcycle. This move underscores Honda’s commitment to expanding its electric vehicle […]
Capacity Building in Intellectual Property for the Sri Lankan Judiciary: IP Benchbook Launch
The adjudication of intellectual property (IP) disputes requires a specialized understanding of both domestic statutes and international treaties. To address this need, the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) has introduced a comprehensive resource tailored for the local legal landscape. The Sri Lanka IP Benchbook Launch for the Sri Lankan Judiciary represents a significant advancement in […]
TVS Apache RTR Hyprstunt Design Patent Filed and Registered in India
The strategic securing of proprietary industrial aesthetics has become a fundamental practice for major Indian vehicle manufacturers. Recently, TVS Motor Company successfully completed the legal formalities to protect a new specialized motorcycle layout. The TVS Apache RTR Hyprstunt has transitioned through the formal evaluation stages of the national intellectual property office, resulting in a documented […]
CGPDTM Notice Inviting Applications for Consultant, Research Associate, and Young Professional
CGPDTM Recruitment 2026: The Office of the Controller General of Patents, Designs and TradeMarks (CGPDTM), under the administrative control of the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), Ministry of Commerce and Industry, has released a CGPDTM Recruitment 2026 for engaging professionals on a contractual basis. The initiative is part of a broader effort […]
China and South Korea Strengthen Intellectual Property Cooperation to Enhance Global IP Protection
Shen Changyu, Commissioner of the China National Intellectual Property Administration (CNIPA), recently hosted a high-level delegation in Beijing headed by KIM Yong Sun, Minister of the Ministry of Intellectual Property (MOIP) of the Republic of Korea, in a major step to strengthen international legal frameworks for innovation. This China and Korea IP agreement demonstrates both […]
WWE Files Trademark Application for ‘Career Killer’ in Connection with Royal Rumble
The landscape of professional wrestling is as much about the strategic management of intellectual property as it is about in-ring performance. Recently, World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE) initiated a formal trademark registration process with the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) for the term “Career Killer.” This filing, submitted on January 26, 2026, comes strategically […]
WIPO China Shanghai Service Administers Over 200 Foreign-Related Intellectual Property Cases
The WIPO Arbitration and Mediation Shanghai Service achieved an important milestone in its operational history, having handled 220 foreign-related WIPO China IP cases as of December 31, 2025. Since its launch in the China (Shanghai) Pilot Free Trade Zone in October 2020, the service has served as a specialized arena for resolving complicated international legal […]
Patagonia Sues Drag Performer Pattie Gonia in Trademark Infringement Dispute
Commercial branding and creative expression have advanced to a significant ethical crossroads as Patagonia, Inc., a major outdoor clothing company, filed a trademark infringement lawsuit against Wyn Wiley, a well-known drag performer and environmental activist who goes by “Pattie Gonia.” The Patagonia vs Pattie Gonia Trademark Case, which was filed in January 2026 in a […]
Great Opportunity for Graduated Students at WIPO – WIPO Opens Applications for PCT Fellowship Program 2026
WIPO has officially announced the opening of applications for the 2026 PCT Fellowship Program for Graduate Students. This prestigious initiative offers advanced students and recent graduates a unique opportunity to gain practical experience within the International Patent System. By participating in the PCT Fellowship Program applications process, candidates can contribute to the technical precision required […]