Intellectual Property

Adoption of IP protection, FTA utilisation crucial for exporters: Report

Indian exporters seeking sustained growth need to adopt an integrated strategy that combines intellectual property (IP) protection, effective utilisation of free trade agreements, customs documentation, regulatory compliance, and supply chain controls, according to a report. As Indian companies expand into overseas markets across North America, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, Southeast Asia, and Latin America, IP is no longer only a legal concern; it is increasingly a business asset that influences market access, valuation, partnerships, and long-term competitiveness. For exporters, the most valuable assets should not be limited to factories or inventories alone, said the joint report by Trade Promotion Council of India (TPCI) and RNA Technology and IP Attorneys. "For Indian exporters, international growth requires an integrated operating discipline in which IP protection, FTA utilisation, customs documentation, regulatory compliance, supply-chain controls, and contractual safeguar

AI adoption is changing how enterprises think about intellectual property

As enterprises adopt AI, the challenge is shifting from protecting data to safeguarding institutional knowledge. Here's why governance, portability and AI ownership are becoming critical

Kwality Wall's India to pay zero royalty to Magnum until end of FY27

The royalty waiver under a new intellectual property agreement is aimed at supporting Kwality Walls India's investments and stabilisation efforts following the demerger

Puri Jagannath temple secures IP protection for sacred 'words'

In a first for an Indian shrine, the Shree Jagannath Temple Administration has secured trademark protection for key terms and symbols linked to the Puri temple's religious identity

TollBit is about monetising AI bot traffic, says cofounder and CEO

Today we have crossed over 7,000 publishers (Time, AP and Adweek, among others) in the US, Europe, South Asia and Japan, says Toshit Panigrahi

After Budget backs AVGC skilling, the business of IP remains unfinished

The Union Budget backs skilling across animation, gaming and comics. But creators and studios confront a hard question: who owns what comes next?

Indian toons step out: Animation studios turn popular IPs into classrooms

From opening themed cafes to weaving characters into apps, animation studios are racing to build new touchpoints that can bulk up non-screen income and keep the IP alive in children's daily lives

Applications and grants: India has a gap to fill in patent progress

The share of actual patent grants received by residents is the lowest among major countries

China leads global patent race in 2024, filing nearly half of world total

China filed 1.8 million patent applications in 2024, almost half of the world's total, with most coming from local innovators; the US ranked second, followed by Japan

Time to stop abusing Indian business houses, trust will help them build

Unhinged attacks on Indian business houses and their so-called trader mentality are unjustified

Ola to consolidate brand IPs to streamline governance, rejig structure

Ola Group is reorganising its corporate structure by establishing a holding company to consolidate its brand intellectual property (IP) assets, aiming to streamline internal ownership arrangements. The move is aimed at eliminating intra-group cross-holdings and simplifying internal ownership structures, according to people familiar with the matter. The move follows Ola Electric's public listing last year and will be carried out through a newly formed entity under the control of the founder's family office. Ola's operations currently span mobility, electric vehicles, energy, and artificial intelligence, positioning it as India's only well-diversified technology conglomerate with businesses cutting across key sectors of the new economy. ANI Technologies, which operates the group's ride-hailing business, holds the brand IP and has licensed it to electric vehicle manufacturer Ola Electric. The move has triggered concerns among some investors who worry that they could be cut out of fut

IIT Madras files 417 patents in FY25, tops its target of 'One a Day'

Premier college says it has made technology transfer deals worth Rs 28 cr in five years

India sees 92,000 patent filings in FY24, IP guidelines set for overhaul

Intellectual property guidelines are being revamped, with efforts directed at bringing Indian regulations to global standard

Patent office warns of fraudsters seeking money to process IP applications

The Indian patent office has cautioned people against fraudsters who are collecting data and status of IP (intellectual property) applications from the website and seeking money to facilitate those applications. "It is, therefore, advised to all the stakeholders who are applying or may have applied for any type of IP applications (i.e. Patents, Designs, Trade Marks, GIs (geographical indications), Designs or Copyright) that they should not fall prey to such false claims and pay any money against these claims," the Office of the Controller General of Patents, Designs and Trademarks has said in a public notice. It said that these applications are processed strictly as per provisions of law and this office has zero tolerance for any such unethical practices. In case such claims are made to any stakeholder, the same may also be brought to the attention of this office, it said. "It has come to our notice that many fraudsters are collecting data and status of IP applications from our off

India secures spot in global top-10 for all three major IP rights

India has secured a spot in the global top-10 for all three major intellectual property (IP) rights -- patents, trademarks, and industrial designs, the commerce and industry ministry said on Tuesday. It said India ranked fourth globally in trademark filings, with a 6.1 per cent increase in 2023. "Nearly 90 per cent of these filings were by residents, with key sectors, including health, agri, and clothing leading the way. India's trademark office holds the second-largest number of active registrations worldwide, with over 3.2 million trademarks in force, reflecting the country's strong position in global brand protection, it said. "The findings from WIPO's (World Intellectual Property Organization) World Intellectual Property Indicators 2024 showcase India's advancements in innovation and IP," it added.

Useful WIPO guide on Trade Secrets and Innovation

Exporters invest lots of time, effort and money in finding customers and developing products to meet the requirements of the buyers

Pre-budget meet: Trade bodies call for tax deduction, investment on R&D

They also sought simplification of transfer pricing regime and tweaking of Customs duty on certain products

WIPO concludes treaty to protect genetic resources, traditional knowledge

Members of Geneva-based World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) have concluded an agreement under which it will be mandatory for patent applicants to disclose country of origin or source of genetic resources if the claimed invention is based on those materials or associated traditional knowledge. The treaty will provide additional protection for Indian genetic resources and traditional knowledge. Although these are currently protected within India, they are prone to misappropriation in countries, which do not have disclosure obligations. The current patent legislation does not have a mandatory provision requiring patent applicants to disclose the country of origin or source in case where the invention is based on genetic resources. At present, only 35 countries have some form of disclosure obligations, most of which are not mandatory and do not have appropriate sanctions or remedies in place for effective implementation. The new treaty was adopted on May 24 at the WIPO ...

World Intellectual Property Day 2024: History, significance, theme and more

World Intellectual Property Day 2024: The world celebrates World Intellectual Property Day on April 26 aiming to spread awareness about IP rights and encourage innovation and creativity

USTR retains India in IP watchlist, says patents of particular concern

Six other countries such as China, Russia, Indonesia, Chile, Argentina, Venezuela continue to remain in the list