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India readies to publish India’s Cinematograph (Amendment) Bill, India readies to publish India’s Cinematograph Bill, India’s Cinematograph (Amendment) Bill,
22 May

India readies to publish India’s Cinematograph (Amendment) Bill

India’s Cinematograph (Amendment) Bill 2023, intended to supersede the Cinematograph Act of 1952, is on the brink of official notification following its passage through both houses of parliament. This legislative move aims to modernize film regulation, encompassing certification, exhibition, and censorship, particularly addressing issues prevalent in the digital domain such as online piracy and copyright violations. The proposed Sections 6AA and 6AB of the Cinematograph (Amendment) Bill 2023 aim to combat digital piracy by prohibiting the use of audio-visual recording [...]

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India achieves record number of registration certificates for FY 2023-2024, India achieves record number of registration certificates, record number of registration certificates for FY 2023-2024,
19 May

India achieves record number of registration certificates for FY 2023-2024

In the Fiscal Year (FY) 2023-2024, India marked a significant achievement with a record-breaking issuance of copyright registration certificates, totaling 38,002, as reported by the country’s Copyright Office. Simultaneously, there were 36,729 new applications filed with India’s Intellectual Property Office. Among the 38,002 copyright registration certificates issued, the majority, 24,752, were for literary and dramatic works. Artistic works followed closely with 8,224 certificates, while computer software and sound recordings accounted for 2,429 and 2,007 certificates, respectively. Musical works received 135 [...]

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Required documents for Trademark renewal in India, documents for Trademark renewal in India, documents required for Trademark renewal in India, Trademark renewal documents in India
02 May

Required documents for Trademark renewal in India

Once registered, a trademark application must be renewed every ten years, or the trademark will be deleted from the Register of Trademarks. A trademark renewal application must be made using Form TM-R and the stipulated fee of INR 9000 per class within one (1) year after the expiry of its registration. Failure to submit the required fee with the Form TM-R may result in the trademark being removed from the Register.If no application for renewal of a trademark is [...]

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India Strengthens Patent System with New Rules: A Closer Look
27 Apr

India Strengthens Patent System with New Rules: A Closer Look

In a significant development for India’s intellectual property landscape, the Patents (Amendment) Rules, 2023, which were circulated for discussions and consultations with stakeholders on August 23, 2023, have now been formally notified on March 15, 2024. Coinciding with this notification is the notable achievement of the Indian Patent Office (IPO) granting a remarkable 100,000 patents in the current financial year. This convergence underscores a pivotal moment in India’s patent regime, heralding advancements aimed at fortifying the nation’s innovation ecosystem. The [...]

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The procedure of trademark renewal in India, procedure of trademark renewal in India, trademark renewal in India, India trademark renewal
20 Apr

The procedure of trademark renewal in India

In India, trademarks are initially registered for 10 years and must be renewed after that. The application for trademark renewal must be filed within one year of the registered trademark’s expiration date. Before the last registration of a trademark expires, the owner of a registered trademark should get a notice from the Trademark Registrar’s office advising him/her of the imminent expiry and the conditions for fee payment. If the owner fails to renew the trademark before it expires, the Registrar [...]

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India initiates Special drive program to dispose old pending trademark applications, Special drive program to dispose old pending trademark applications, India initiates Special drive program to dispose old pending trademark ,
17 Apr

India initiates Special drive program to dispose old pending trademark applications

India’s Office of the Controller General of Patents, Designs, and Trade Marks (CGPDTM) has announced a Special Drive for Old Pending TM Applications, scheduled from April 8 to April 25, 2024. The aim is to expedite the disposal of longstanding trademark applications that have been awaiting show cause hearings, particularly those with outdated service or email addresses. Applicants and their representatives are urged to attend physical hearings at their respective Trademarks Registry branch offices during the specified dates, bringing along [...]

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India opens new communication platform Helpdesk Portal between the agency and applicants, India opens new communication platform Helpdesk Portal , India opens Helpdesk Portal ,
12 Apr

India opens new communication platform Helpdesk Portal between the agency and applicants

India’s Office of the Controller General of Patents, Designs, and Trade Marks has introduced the Open House Helpdesk Portal in February 2024, aiming to centralize communication regarding intellectual property (IP) matters for applicants and stakeholders. This portal aims to facilitate the resolution of issues related to patents, copyrights, designs, trademarks, geographical indications, and semiconductor integrated circuit layout designs efficiently and promptly. Key features include a ticketing and notification system, enabling users to track and communicate about the progress of their concerns [...]

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India reaffirms its strength on the protection of AI-generated works, India reaffirms its strength on the protection of works, India reaffirms its strength on the protection of AI works,
11 Apr

India reaffirms its strength on the protection of AI-generated works

The Indian Ministry of Commerce and Industry declared on February 9, 2024, that the existing legal framework for patents and copyrights in India is sufficient to safeguard AI-generated works and associated innovations, negating the necessity for separate rights for such creations. According to a press release from the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, India’s Copyright Act of 1957 offers effective civil measures and criminal remedies to address infringement issues, including digital circumvention. Gautam K.M., a partner at Krishnamurthy & Co in [...]

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India reports a fragile music industry highly vulnerable to copyright violations, India reports a fragile music industry , India's music industry highly vulnerable to copyright violations,
06 Apr

India reports a fragile music industry, highly vulnerable to copyright violations

India’s music publishing industry faces significant challenges, particularly in copyright compliance, according to a report released by EY in December 2023. While the industry has witnessed growth in revenues, reaching Rs8.84 billion (US$106.7 million) for the period of 2022 to 2023 from Rs3.4 billion (US$41 million) for 2019 to 2020, issues such as weak copyright compliance, lack of awareness of music rights, and legal ambiguities hinder its progress, resulting in a lower global revenue ranking compared to other countries. The report [...]

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India recorded a remarkable increase in patents granted, India recorded a remarkable increase in patents , India recorded increase in patents granted,
30 Mar

India recorded a remarkable increase in patents granted

In a significant achievement, the Indian Patent Office granted a record-breaking 41,010 patents during the fiscal year 2023 to 2024, as of November 15, 2023. This milestone marks the highest number of patents ever awarded in India. The trajectory of patents granted in India has shown remarkable growth over the years. The number of patents granted was 4,227 for the fiscal year 2013 to 2014, which increased to 28,385 for the fiscal year 2021 to 2022. Subsequently, it surged further [...]

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