USTR 2026 Special 301 Report: India Retained on Priority Watch List for IP Rights
The U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) just dropped the US Special 301 Report India, its annual review of how the world handles intellectual property. Once again, the US Special 301 Report India section paints a familiar picture: the country stays on the Priority Watch List. It’s a clear signal that Washington still isn’t happy with how […]
WIPO ADR Fees Now Payable Through WIPO Pay: A Faster Way to Resolve Disputes
In the world of Intellectual Property, speed matters. It isn’t just about having legal rights; it’s about how fast you can enforce them. The World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) just made that process a lot smoother by fixing the financial side of legal battles through the WIPO ADR fees payment update. By moving Alternative Dispute […]
Piyush Goyal Announces 3-Year Zero Fee for Sports IP Registrations in India
India’s sports scene is about to go through a massive change. We are moving away from just being a country that plays sports to one that actually “owns” the game. In a big move to back our athletes and inventors, Union Minister Piyush Goyal IP fee waiver, Piyush Goyal just announced that for the next […]
Registration Open: WIPO DL-464 Intellectual Property and Sports Entrepreneurship Course
The world of sports is about much more than just games and trophies. Today, it is a huge global business fueled by famous brands, TV deals, and new technology. To celebrate World IP Day 2026, the WIPO Academy and the International Trade Centre created a special program to help people succeed in this industry. The […]
USPTO Brings Trademark Education to NFL Draft®: What It Means for Athletes
The transition from collegiate athletics to the professional ranks represents a significant shift in legal status. For an elite athlete, this period marks the transformation from a student-player into a commercial enterprise. To address the legal complexities associated with this change, the United States Patent Trademark Office – USPTO trademark NFL Draft Present in Pittsburgh. […]
Lisbon System Bulletin 2026: Official Q1 Updates on International GI Registrations
Intellectual Property (IP) is no longer just about patents and trademark; it is increasingly about the “pedigree” of a product. For producers of everything from specialized textiles to region-specific oils, the ability to protect a name across dozens of countries simultaneously is a massive commercial advantage. With the release of the latest official figures, the […]
Daren Tang appointed as WIPO Director General for Second Six-Year Term
The global community of innovators and creators received a major update on April 21, 2026 about WIPO Director Daren Tang, when the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) General Assembly confirmed that Daren Tang will continue his leadership for a second term. This decision, backed by 194 Member States, means Tang will remain at the helm […]
Delhi High Court Rejects Flipkart’s ‘MarQ’ Trademark Claim: Legal Breakdown
The Indian judiciary recently sent a strong message to e-commerce giants regarding the sanctity of established brand names. In a significant blow to the retail major, the Delhi High Court dismissed the Flipkart MarQ Trademark claim, upholding the rights of a much older domestic brand. This case serves as a crucial case study for how […]
WIPO Digital Update: Brazil Becomes 41st Member to Adopt Madrid e-Filing System
Brazil has taken a massive step toward modernizing its legal infrastructure by joining a growing global community of digital-first nations. By becoming the 41st country to implement the WIPO electronic filing service, the nation is changing the game for local brands. This transition isn’t just about moving from paper to digital; it is about making […]
Delhi HC Fines Parle Agro ₹10 Lakh in PepsiCo ‘For The Bold’ Trademark Dispute
The Delhi High Court has taken a tough stand against Parle Agro by imposing a ₹10 lakh fine during a long legal battle. This penalty did not come from the final verdict on who owns the slogan but from a failure to follow court orders. In the ongoing Parle Agro vs PepsiCo trademark dispute, the […]