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...
Articles
11May
Patent or Trade Secret? How Logistics Companies Should Protect Process Innovation
Logistics companies invest heavily in smarter ways to move goods, manage warehouses, predict delivery timelines, and optimise supply chains. As these systems become more sophisticated, a common question comes up: should the business try to...
7May
Functus Officio: Delhi High Court Says No to Post-Judgment Expansion
Introduction Does a court retain any power once it pronounces its final judgment? This question, rooted in the doctrine of functus officio, came up for consideration before the Delhi High Court in a trademark infringement...
28Apr
Concealment Comes at a Cost: Injunction Denied
Introduction A Division Bench of the Bombay High Court recently considered an appeal arising from the refusal of interim injunctive relief in a trademark dispute between Minco India Private Limited and Minco India Flow Elements...
21Apr
When Legacy Prevails: Bona Fide Use Defeats Trademark Injunction in ‘Kataria’ Case
This appeal before the Division Bench (two Judge Bench) of the Bombay High Court arose from an order of the Learned Single Judge granting an interim injunction in a trademark dispute. The plaintiff, Bhavesh Suresh...
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...