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Semiconductor Layout Design in India: Protection and Registry Guide
Learn how the Semiconductor Integrated Circuits Layout-Design Act 2000 protects chip topology in India through registration, eligibility tests, and enforcement remedies.
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trademark
Vikas Mandoth v. Shanghai Huanqiu: Madras HC Rejects ‘Proposed to be Used’ Defense in ‘GLOBE’ Trademark Dispute
The Madras High Court has upheld an ex-parte injunction protecting the 'GLOBE' trademark, ruling that a 'proposed to be used' declaration in a defendant's application fatally undermines subsequent claims of prior user status.
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INDRP in India: Domain Name Disputes, Cybersquatting and Bad Faith | Its IP Time
Learn the INDRP framework for resolving domain disputes in India. Master the evidentiary standards for bad faith and protect your trademark from cybersquatting.
Weekly IP Digest
Weekly Indian IP Law Digest Aug 31 to Sep 3 2026 | Its IP Time
This week features landmark rulings on trademark trade dress, patent examination rights, and AI-driven personality rights across the Delhi, Bombay, and Madras High Courts.
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Shruti Haasan v. Mahalaxmi Arts: Bombay HC Issues AI John Doe Order
The Bombay HC in Shruti Haasan v. Mahalaxmi Arts has issued a landmark John Doe injunction protecting personality rights against unauthorized AI-generated content.
Copyright
Clouded Copyright Titles: Madras HC Denies Injunction for Film Rights
The Madras High Court ruled that an interim injunction cannot be granted in copyright disputes where the chain of title is contested and plagued by rival claims.
trademark
ASR Market Ventures v. Fitship: Delhi HC Cancels Trademark
The Delhi High Court in ASR Market Ventures v. Fitship reaffirmed the primacy of prior use over registration, ordering the cancellation of a deceptively similar mark.
patent
Fresenius Kabi v. Controller: Delhi HC Voids Patent Refusal
The Delhi High Court has set aside a patent refusal, ruling that the Controller cannot consolidate Section 14 examination rights with Section 25 opposition hearings.
Copyright
Hindustan Unilever v. Kwick Living: Delhi HC Settles Jurisdiction
The Delhi High Court in Hindustan Unilever v. Kwick Living settles territorial jurisdiction by leveraging defendant admissions, ensuring expedited interim relief adjudication.
Other IP
Vikrant Kapoor v. Anuj Kohli: Delhi HC Defines Ouster Clause
The Delhi High Court in Vikrant Kapoor v. Anuj Kohli ruled that naming a specific forum in invoices effectively ousts other courts, even without 'exclusive' language.
Copyright
Screen Scene Media v. Venkatesh: Madras HC Denies Motion to Vacate
The Madras High Court in Screen Scene Media v. Dr. S. Venkatesh affirmed an interim injunction, ruling that cinematograph film ownership requires clear chain of title.
Copyright
Madras HC: Copyright Infringement Claims Not Subject to Arbitration
The Madras High Court in Eros Technologies Digital FZE v. Ayngaran International Films rules that Section 55 copyright infringement claims override private arbitration clauses.