Deepika Padukone’s Skincare Brand Restrained by Delhi HC in ‘Lotus Splash’ Trademark Dispute
The Delhi High Court recently issued a significant interim order in a Deepika Padukone Lotus Splash trademark case, prohibiting DPKA Universal Consumer Ventures (the company behind Deepika Padukone’s brand, 82°E) from marketing its facial wash under the “Lotus Splash” name. This legal action follows a challenge by Lotus Herbals Private Limited, a prominent Indian beauty company […]
Taylor Swift Opposes ‘Swift Home’ Trademark Filed by Bedding Company
In the modern commercial landscape, a person’s identity often serves as their most powerful economic tool. Recently, the Taylor Swift vs Swift Home trademark case highlighted the lengths to which global icons must go to safeguard their personal brand from unauthorized use. This conflict began when a home goods manufacturer attempted to secure a name […]
List of Qualified Candidates for PAE & TAE 2026 Viva-Voce Released by CGPDTM
The Office of the Controller General of Patents, Designs and Trade Marks (CGPDTM) has officially published the results for the written portion of the Trade Marks Agent Examination and Patent Agent Examination 2026. This announcement is a major milestone for professionals aiming to specialise in the field of intellectual property. The release of the Trademark […]
Delhi High Court Issues Interim Injunction in Favor of Britannia’s ‘Little Hearts’ Trademark
The recent decision on the Britannia Little Hearts trademark case by the Delhi High Court to grant an interim injunction in favor of Britannia Industries Limited represents a landmark moment for the enforcement of Intellectual Property rights in India. This specific case centers on the protection of non-traditional trademarks and the prevention of deceptive similarities […]
Daren Tang Nominated for Second Term as WIPO Director General by Coordination Committee
On February 12, 2026, the Coordination Committee of the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) formally proposed the incumbent, Mr. Daren Tang, to continue his leadership of the agency for an additional mandate. This critical procedural step reinforces the strategic trajectory established during the initial tenure of WIPO Director General and WIPO Director Daren Tang. Nomination […]
Apple Prevails Over Optis in Third Trial of 4G Wireless Patent Lawsuit
The long-standing legal battle regarding the Apple vs Optis 4G Wireless patent case has reached a significant milestone. On February 12, 2026, a federal jury in Marshall, Texas, delivered a verdict in favor of Apple Inc., concluding the third trial concerning allegations of patent infringement related to 4G LTE wireless technology. This decision marks a […]
Zydus Life and Astellas Patent Dispute Settlement: A $120 Million Resolution
The landscape of pharmaceutical intellectual property is often defined by the rigorous defense of proprietary formulations and the strategic entry of generic alternatives. Recently, a major milestone was reached in this arena as the U.S. unit of Zydus Lifesciences finalized a significant agreement with Astellas Pharma. The Zydus and Astellas Patent Dispute Settlement involves a […]
UK Supreme Court Delivers Landmark Judgment on AI and Software Patentability
The legal framework governing digital innovation has reached a transformative juncture following the recent UK Supreme Court patent judgment in the case of Emotional Perception v. Comptroller General of Patents, Designs and Trademark. This decision represents a decisive move away from nearly two decades of restrictive judicial interpretation regarding the eligibility of software and Artificial […]
WIPO Launches its First IP Management Clinic in the Philippines
The World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO), in collaboration with the Intellectual Property Office of the Philippines (IPOPHL), has officially inaugurated the WIPO IP Management Clinic Philippines. This strategic initiative, supported by the Funds-in-Trust Japan Industrial Property Global, marks a significant milestone in the country’s efforts to institutionalize a robust intellectual property (IP) framework for Micro, […]
Anthropic vs Anthropic: Karnataka Startup Files Trademark Suit Against US AI Company
The landscape of Intellectual Property (IP) in India is witnessing a significant legal confrontation as a Bengaluru-based startup takes on the US-based artificial intelligence giant, Anthropic PBC. This dispute, centered on the rights to the name “Anthropic,” highlights the complexities of brand identity in a globalized digital economy. As the Anthropic trademark case unfolds in […]