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Introduction The concept of jurisdiction lies at the very heart of the legal system. It is a very fundamental topic in the realm of civil law as it determines which court has the authority to adjudicate and the limit or extent of authority that can be exercised by a court with regards to matters brought to them. A civil court can exercise its authority if two conditions are met: first the suit must be of civil nature and second, it’s jurisdiction to try the matter should not

Introduction In the age of artificial Intelligence the world economy growing rapidly this was the positive consequence of AI but when we see their opposite side so we were find so many bad consequences are existed, one of them was breach of confidential information, many companies suffer that their Intellectual property breached by third person when we analyse Indian perspective related to IP protection we had IP laws like Trademark, Patent, Copyright, Design statutes the que

Introduction The COVID-19 pandemic caused unparalleled disruptions among all sectors—from manufacturing, to hospitality, to logistics, to entertainment. At the centre of countless contractual disputes created by the disruption of the pandemic was a three-word term: force majeure. Very simply, in general terms, that means "superior force." In short, the term "force majeure" was the issue that whether a company could legally stop perform its obligations under a contract. Force

Introduction China produces more than 80% of the world’s solar panels, a feat that has dramatically lowered costs and accelerated the global shift to renewable energy. However, this dominance has come at a price: intense price competition and overproduction have eroded profits and discouraged investment in new technologies. The National Intellectual Property Administration collaborated with the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology to introduce an 11-point policy fr

Introduction Digital content has transcended beyond self-expression for influencers and content creators. Video, reel, photo, podcast, script and caption can be viewed as commercial assets that provide revenue generating opportunities, collaborations and long-term brand value. Yet despite this fact, copyright law is still often misunderstood in the creator economy. Among the many misconceptions regarding copyright law is the belief that social media sites keep ownership over

Introduction Thailand stands out as a leader in intellectual property education across Southeast Asia. On January 21, 2026, the country rolled out the first upgraded WIPO Academy course in a national language among ASEAN members. Working hand in hand with the Department of Intellectual Property, the WIPO Academy brought the DL101-TH General Course on Intellectual Property to life on Thailand’s own eLearning platform. Open for enrollments right away, this self-study program le

Introduction The notion of brand protection as an afterthought may severely damage both the legal and business potential of the start-up. Founders can explain their decision not to register trademarks immediately, but to allocate their time and resources to other aspects they view as more important in short-term ventures, including product development, fundraising, and market entry. Prima facie, a trademark is a name or logo. More abstractly and business valuably, a trademark

Introduction In the competitive landscape of global intellectual property, there is a dangerous misconception among brand owners i.e. “well-known” status is a merit badge or an automatic reward for achieving a certain threshold of commercial popularity. The prevailing sentiment suggests that if a mark get the public consciousness via advertising spend and sheer scale, the law is duty bound to recognize its status as “well-known”. However, this point of view fundamentally misi

Introduction The Metaverse has rapidly evolved from an imaginative science-fiction construct into a functioning digital environment where users interact, trade, and participate in virtual economies. Platforms such as Fortnite, Roblox, Meta’s Horizon Worlds, Decentraland, and Sandbox allow users to purchase and showcase virtual clothing, digital artworks, music tracks, avatar accessories, and even virtual plots of land. These assets—commonly referred to as virtual goods—often

Introduction In the fast-paced global economy of today, mergers and acquisitions (M&A) have become essential tools for business expansion, diversification, and consolidation. But within the complicated process of financial analysis, regulatory approvals, and planning and integration strategies, trademark due diligence is often neglected as a key M&A process step. Trademark assets are more than legal rights; they represent a company's brand identity, market reputation, and con

Introduction India’s quick commerce sector has reshaped daily shopping, bringing groceries to doorsteps in minutes through apps like Blinkit, Zepto, and Swiggy Instamart. This convenience masked serious risks for delivery riders, who faced pressure to speed through dangerous traffic. In January 2026, the government stepped in, directing platforms to remove their 10-minute delivery guarantees after worker protests highlighted unsafe conditions. Growth of Quick Commerce and Eme

Introduction Media and entertainment (M&E) business nowadays is not only being driven by creativity but by intangible assets, namely, ideas, expressions, brands and personalities, which would also be subject to Intellectual Property Rights (IPR). Based on a Bollywood movie script and soundtrack, OTT web series, reality shows, video games and content of influencers, each frame and each byte can be a subject-matter that is afforded protection under the IP law. With the changing