IP And Trademarks 13 September 2026
India Updates: Deepfakes, GI Tags, Patents, Research & More
Delhi High Court ordered Meta and YouTube to remove deepfake videos of journalist Rajat Sharma, citing trademark and copyright violations. West Bengal secured a GI tag for Gangarampur's kheer doi, while Lasalgaon onion also holds a GI tag. Raghav Productivity Enhancers obtained a new patent, and a study highlights India's rising research output but lagging citations and commercialisation. An Indian court examined AI training under copyright law, and Tamil scholar Solomon Pappaiah passed away at 90.
- Deepfake Removal: Delhi High Court directs Meta and YouTube to pull down videos of journalist Rajat Sharma for trademark and copyright infringement. Read more
- GI Tag Awards: West Bengal's Gangarampur kheer doi receives a GI tag, and Lasalgaon onion is recognized as India's onion manufacturer with a GI tag. Gangarampur GI | Onion GI
- Patent Grant: Raghav Productivity Enhancers secured a new patent, boosting its ramming‑mass business. Patent details
- Research Paradox: India's scientific publications are rising, but citations, patents and commercialisation lag behind. Insights
- AI Copyright Case: Court examines if AI can train on copyrighted works under Indian law. Legal article
- Obituary: Tamil scholar and orator Solomon Pappaiah, Padma Shri awardee, dies at 90. Obituary
Need help understanding this update?
Connect with our domain experts instantly via WhatsApp for customized legal guidance.