Articles
29Jul
Fair Dealing in the Age of AI: Delhi High Court’s Ruling in ANI v. OpenAI
CS(COMM) 1028/2024, I.A. 45301/2024 & I.A.26192/2025 Date of decision 24th July 2026 This judgment is among the first significant Indian decisions to examine how traditional copyright principles apply to generative artificial intelligence and large language...
28Jul
A Registered Trademark Doesn’t Mean You Own Every Word in It: Kerala High Court on “MALABAR”
Background The dispute arose from a suit filed by Malabar Gold Private Ltd. against M. Manuel, proprietor of “Malabar Fashion Jewellery,” before the Additional District Judge-II, Kozhikode, alleging trademark infringement, copyright infringement, passing off, and...
23Jul
Exide v. Amara Raja: Courts Reinforce Protection for Distinctive Product Get-Up
This dispute concerns two leading battery manufacturers-Exide Industries Limited (“Exide”) and Amara Raja Energy and Mobility Limited (“Amara Raja”) and centers on Amara Raja’s alleged imitation of Exide’s distinctive trade dress and resulting passing off....
22Jul
boAt v. BOULT: Delhi High Court Refuses Fresh Injunction Over Standalone Word Mark
CS(Comm) 519/2019 Judgement dated 06 July 2026 Brief Background The dispute concerns trademark rights over the competing marks ‘boAt’ and ‘BOULT’ for smart wearables and audio products, including headphones, earphones and smartwatches. Imagine Marketing Pvt....
Alerts
27Nov
MALDIVES | Official Registration System to be launched in 2026
A major transformation was witnessed in the field of intellectual property rights, further introducing IP legislation for the very first time, establishing a new framework for trademark protection. The key updates are as follows: For...
12Sep
The Qatar TMO Update – Digital Transformation Initiative effective August 2025
The Qatar Trademark Office (TMO) has officially embarked on a digital transformation initiative effective August 2025, marking a significant step towards modernizing its intellectual property infrastructure. As part of Qatar’s broader e-government strategy, the move...
9Sep
Reengaging with IP in a changing legal landscape: Syria
With recent international developments and the easing of certain restrictions, Syria is gradually reopening to global commerce. The Syrian IP Office continues to operate, creating a more favourable environment for trademark and patent protection. Trademark:...
30Jul
UAE and US Forge Agreement to Expedite Patent Process
The United Arab Emirates and the United States signed a Joint Statement of Intent during the 66th WIPO Assemblies in Geneva to enhance bilateral cooperation on patent examination. Under this agreement, positive patent examination results...
Newsletters
17Mar
Delhi High Court Upholds Injunction in AO Smith vs Star Smith Trademark Dispute
The Division Bench of the Delhi High Court recently dismissed the appeal filed by Star Smith Export Private Limited and upheld the interim injunction granted in favour of A. O. Smith Corporation in a trademark...
17Feb
Global IP Convention (GIPC) 2026) held in Bengaluru on 4–5 February 2026
We are delighted to share that Suvarna Pandey and Shipra Alisha Philip proudly represented RNA, IP Attorneys at the 19th Annual Global IP Convention (Global IP Convention (GIPC) 2026) held in Bengaluru, India on 4–5...
6Nov
RNA recognized by Asia IP Awards and APAA conference attended
The Asian Patent Attorneys Association (APAA) annual council meeting is a distinguished forum that unites intellectual property professionals from around the world to share insights and strengthen professional networks. This year, the event was held...
29Oct
Recognized as IP Experts by Asia IP – 2025
A massive thank you to our clients and the Asia IP Magazine research crew for this recognition, and big congratulations to everyone else who made the list! Here’s to continuing our innovation, collaboration, and excellence...
F.A.Q.
9Jun
FAQs – Trademark Filing and Prosecution in Nepal
What is the law under which the Trademark Protection is granted in Nepal? Patents, Design and Trade Marks Act, 1965 governs and deals with the mechanism of registration of trademarks in Nepal. Which governmental body...
19Feb
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) on .in Domain Dispute Resolution
Understanding the Process and Procedures What is a .in domain dispute? .in domain dispute occurs when two or more parties claim rights to the same .in domain name. These disputes can arise due to various...
13Sep
FAQs on Form No. 27 and Timelines following the 2024 Amendments
The Office of the Controller General of Patents, Designs & Trademarks (CG’s Office) has released a set of Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) regarding Form-27 or the Working Statement requirements under the Patents Act, 1970 (referred...
26Apr
Small is big: IP Protection for Start-Ups & MSMEs
Start-Ups are often embroiled in various issues ranging from their products development and distribution, hiring employees and employment agreement, funding et al. Amidst these issues, the intellectual property protection (IP) takes a back seat. This...