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In a significant ruling, the Delhi High Court held that Patanjali’s campaign for its “Special Chyawanprash” crossed the line of Comparative advertising by implying that other brands, including Dabur’s, were inferior and inauthentic. The case highlights the fine balance between creative commercial speech and misleading claims, particularly in the Ayurvedic drug sector. This article by Manisha Singh and Kratika Patel, first published by India India Business Law Journal, breaks down the judgment in Dabur India Ltd v. Patanjali Ayurved Ltd and what it means for brand rivalry, consumer protection, and responsible advertising in India’s wellness industry. Read the full analysis: https://lnkd.in/gKtQnTJu #ComparativeAdvertising #ProductDisparagement #AyurvedaLaw #ConsumerProtection #DelhiHighCourt #Chyawanprash #AdvertisingEthics #IPLaw #CommercialSpeech #LexOrbis #LegalUpdate #IBLJ

The Intelligent Manufacturing Summit 2025, organised by Confederation of Indian Industry, was held on June 25 in Chennai and explored the next frontier of smart manufacturing in the age of Industry 4.0 and beyond. Key discussions focused on the transition from Industry 4.0 to 5.0, the integration of AI across manufacturing value chains, robust cybersecurity frameworks, and the need for human-AI collaboration. The summit also addressed the importance of reskilling the workforce to meet the demands of an evolving industrial landscape. Sessions such as The Smart Factory Revolution, AI-Driven Value Chains, Cybersecurity & Human-AI Collaboration, and Reskilling for the Future underscored how innovation, digital transformation, and human capital must align to build globally competitive, future-ready manufacturing systems. Anand B attended the summit, engaging in insightful discussions on aligning legal, technological, and innovation strategies in manufacturing. #IntelligentManufacturingSummit2025 #LexOrbis #Industry4_0 #Industry5_0 #SmartManufacturing #AIInManufacturing #Cybersecurity #FutureOfWork #InnovationStrategy #MakeInIndia #LegalTech #ManufacturingTransformation #ReskillingIndia #HumanCentricInnovation 

Deepfakes aren't just entertainment gone wrong; they're a growing tool for fraud. In a landmark decision, the Delhi High Court protected personal finance educator Ankur Warikoo from AI-generated impersonation used to scam viewers. As synthetic media blurs reality, the courts are stepping in to safeguard personality rights, brand identity, and public trust. But how far can current laws stretch without dedicated legislation? This article by Manisha Singh and Kratika Patel, first published by India Business Law Journal, explores the groundbreaking ruling in Ankur Warikoo v. John Doe and why it marks a turning point for India’s legal stance on AI deepfake fraud. Read the full analysis: https://lnkd.in/g7Z83Be9 #DeepfakeFraud #AIandLaw #DigitalRights #IPR #PersonalityRights #JohnDoeOrders #LexOrbis #LegalUpdate #SyntheticMedia #Trademark #Copyright #OnlineSafety #IBLJ

The strongest bonds are built on trust, understanding, loyalty, and a shared commitment to learning from each other continuously. This #FriendshipDay, we honour the people who stand by us, challenge us to grow, and make every journey meaningful. Here’s to friendships that inspire collaboration, fuel purpose, encourage learning, and remind us that we’re never in it alone. Happy Friendship Day to all! #FriendshipDay2025 #TrustAndTeamwork #LawFirmCulture #TogetherWeGrow #ProfessionalRelationships #LifelongLearning

The 7th Annual IPR India Summit 2025, held on June 24–25 in Mumbai, addressed several pressing developments, including the Indian Patent (Amendment) Rules, 2024, and the strategic licensing of Standard Essential Patents (SEPs). Discussions also explored IP valuation practices aligned with global accounting standards and the growing need for tech-based solutions to safeguard digital content in the era of streaming and AI. Among the standout sessions were those focused on Strategic invention planning and patentability assessments, A comparative review of IP protection models in the pharmaceutical, automobile, and media & entertainment sectors, and evolving IP enforcement challenges and compliance pathways in global markets. The LexOrbis team, Gaurav Phadnis, Paulome Mehta, and Shilpa Priyadarsini actively participated in the summit, contributing their insights to critical discussions on how legal frameworks can better align with industry innovation and R&D priorities. #IPRIndiaSummit2025 #LexOrbis #PatentRules2024 #IntellectualProperty #SEPLicensing #IPValuation #InnovationAndLaw #GlobalCompliance #DigitalIP #PharmaIP #AutoIP #MediaLaw #IPStrategy #IPRUpdates #TechAndLaw

Bringing together the global IP community, the ECTA (official) Annual Conference 2025 in Berlin sparked lively discussions on innovation, enforcement, and the future of intellectual property. Held in Berlin from 17 to 20 June, the event gathered professionals for in-depth discussions on EUIPO appeal rulings, Unified Patent Court case law, design and copyright protection, trade secrets, and IP in the creative industries. The sessions highlighted the evolving intersection of innovation, enforcement, and policy across Europe. LexOrbis Partners Manisha Singh and Amaya Singh attended the conference, actively contributing to global conversations on harmonising IP strategies across jurisdictions. A memorable moment was the visit to the historic Charlottenburg Palace, a symbol of Prussian elegance built in the late 17th century and expanded through the 18th century, culminating in a delightful buffet dinner at the Orangery. One of the highlights was the Gala Dinner at Berlin’s iconic Tempelhof Airport, a historic venue with retro charm that set the stage for engaging conversations, vibrant networking, and warm reunions with friends and peers. #ECTA2025 #LexOrbis #EUIPLaw #DesignProtection #UnifiedPatentCourt #CopyrightLaw #TradeSecrets #IPContracts #IPEnforcement #GlobalIP #IPStrategy #BerlinConference #InnovationAndLaw #CreativeIndustries #CaseLawUpdates

The legal intersection of copyright, industrial design and confidentiality of proprietary confidential information has long posed a challenge in the Indian IP landscape. In the case of Inox India Pvt. Ltd. vs Cryogas Equipment Pvt. Ltd., the Vadodara Commercial Court provided clarity on these overlapping boundaries, holding that functional technical drawings can still enjoy copyright and confidentiality protection, even without design registration, if they reflect originality and are misused without consent. Authors Manisha Singh and Shivi Gupta analyse this significant decision, which reinforces that confidential information and engineering know-how, when misappropriated, attract strong judicial safeguards under Indian IP law. Read the full article, first published by Mondaq: https://lnkd.in/ggGRQMx8 #CopyrightProtection #DesignsAct #Confidentiality #EngineeringDesigns #TradeSecrets #IPLawIndia #FunctionalDesigns #OriginalityInLaw #IPInfringement #LegalUpdate #LexOrbis 

Online platforms have revolutionised how goods and services are bought, sold and advertised. However, determining intermediary liability poses a dilemma for courts while dealing with IP infringement disputes involving marketplaces, listing platforms and search engines. In Indiamart Intermesh vs Puma SE, the Delhi High Court clarified that intermediary liability is not absolute, and there must be an element of shared intent or collusion to establish IP infringement. Merely offering a trademark in a drop-down menu does not amount to “use” under Indian trademark law if the platform acts as a neutral facilitator. Authors Manisha Singh and Shivi Gupta analyse this important decision, which balances IP protection with safe harbour provisions available to such intermediaries or facilitators. Read the full article, first published by India Business Law Journal: https://lnkd.in/g38wm8Q2 #IntermediaryLiability #TrademarkLaw #Ecommerce #TrademarkInfringement #IPProtection #IPInfringement #SearchEngines #IPR #SafeHarbour #DelhiHighCourt #DigitalPlatforms #ITAct #BrandProtection #LegalUpdate #LexOrbis 

Non-technical grounds like clerical errors, non-attendance at hearings, or procedural lapses should not shut out genuine patentable inventions at the threshold. Courts in India are increasingly reiterating that refusals under Section 15 of the Patents Act must be based on technical merits, not mechanical or hyper-technical objections. In this article, Daljinder Parmar, Special Counsel at LEXORBIS and a former Technical Member (Patents) at the IPAB, examines how Indian appellate courts are encouraging speaking and reasoned orders in patent refusals. Drawing from cases like Parikumar, Star Scientific, Huawei Technologies, and Huhtamaki Oyj, he explains why procedural lapses should not overshadow substantive rights. Read the full article, first published by Mondaq: https://lnkd.in/gjQE4yX5 #PatentLaw #IPR #Section15 #InnovationProtection #ProceduralJustice #IndianPatents #PatentProsecution #IPLitigation #PatentRights #TechLaw #LexOrbis #IPRights #PatentAct #IPUpdates

Comparative advertising can be a powerful marketing tool, but when it crosses into the territory of disparagement, it risks serious IP and reputational consequences. In Hindustan Unilever Ltd. vs RSPL Ltd., the Delhi High Court intervened against an aggressive campaign targeting Surf Excel, finding that implicit brand references and derogatory phrases used in Ghadi detergent ads amounted to unfair trade practices and tarnishment. Authors Manisha Singh and Kratika Patel analyse the complexities of the case and discuss how it cements the boundaries between permissible puffery and brand defamation under Indian IP law. Read the full article, first published by Mondaq: https://lnkd.in/gHD3_UCb #ComparativeAdvertising #TrademarkLaw #BrandReputation #IPR #DelhiHighCourt #MisleadingAds #BrandProtection #UnfairCompetition #LegalUpdate #MarketingLaw #LexOrbis