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AI & IP

Personality Rights in India: A Comprehensive Guide

Personality rights in India have evolved rapidly, transforming from a privacy-based concept under Article 21 to a robust framework protecting digital personas. With no specific statute, courts have built protections using copyright, trademark law, and the IT Act to combat deepfakes, voice cloning, and unauthorized commercial exploitation. This article examines the shift from celebrity-focused litigation to the inclusion of medical professionals and content creators. We analyze the critical roles of John Doe orders and dynamic injunctions, while highlighting the increasing necessity for clear legislative intervention to standardize enforcement across Indian High Courts.

16 min read
Weekly IP Digest

Weekly Indian IP Law Digest: June 28 – July 4, 2026

Our latest IP law digest covers significant Indian and global developments. Highlights include the Delhi High Court's dynamic injunctions against rogue streaming websites and landmark rulings on SEP security deposits in the InterDigital v. Transsion litigation. We delve into personality rights regarding deepfakes, arbitration clauses in franchise agreements, and international disputes like the Nike-7-Eleven trademark clash. Additionally, learn about the Trademark Registry's upgraded search portal, new patent agent exam registration details, and Shopify’s trade secret settlement. Stay ahead with essential summaries of high-stakes litigation and administrative updates shaping the modern intellectual property landscape.

20 min read
Weekly IP Digest

Weekly Indian IP Law Digest: June 15-20, 2026

This week's IP law digest covers critical developments in Indian jurisprudence. The Bombay High Court affirmed territorial restrictions for media brands, while the Delhi High Court clarified the limits of contempt jurisdiction regarding keyword ads on Google. We also explore significant rulings on patent examination, comparative advertising, and personality rights, including Preity Zinta's move against AI deepfakes. Internationally, the US Supreme Court's decision on skinny labels and new patent rulings from the UPC and China highlight the evolving landscape of global intellectual property enforcement and strategic brand protection.

15 min read