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SEBI outlines new reforms for commodity derivatives market; MCX rises The move could expand institutional participation and improve liquidity Following the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) Chairman Tuhin Kanta Pandey outlining new reforms for the commodity derivatives market, the Multi-Commodity Exchange of India (MCX) jumped 3.66 percent to Rs.7930.85. Pandey was speaking at

A Detailed Analysis Of LKQ V. GM And Its Sweeping Impact On The Obviousness Standard For Design Patents, Replacing Rigid Frameworks With A Flexible Approach “Explore how recent 2025 Federal Circuit decisions are reshaping design patent law, from infringement tests to prior art standards and Section 337 investigations” The landscape of design patent law is

Bolstering India’s commodity markets high on agenda: SEBI Chairman TK Pandey The regulator is also contemplating allowing access to FPIs The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) Chairman, Tuhin Kanta Pandey, has stated that strengthening India’s commodity markets is high on the regulatory body’s agenda. Pandey elaborated, “We have already constituted a committee to

SEBI to allow FPI participation in non-cash, non-agri commodity derivatives Industry experts feel it would help in expanding hedging options beyond crude oil and natural gas The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) is considering allowing foreign portfolio investors (FPIs) to trade in select commodity derivatives for hedging. This will bolster institutional participation and

Image from here [This post is authored by Anushka Kanabar. Anushka is a fourth-year B.A., LL.B. (Hons.) student at the National Law School of India University. Her previous posts can be accessed here.] A recent decision by the Bombay High Court in Velji Karamshi Vaid v. V3 Fashion & Ors. illustrates the deciding role principles of equity

The Landmark Intellectual Property Case Between Morgan & Morgan And Disney Highlights Complex Issues Surrounding Expired Copyrights And Ongoing Trademark Enforcement “Morgan & Morgan files federal lawsuit against Disney seeking permission to use “Steamboat Willie” animation style in their latest advertising campaign without infringing intellectual property rights” Morgan & Morgan, one of the largest personal

John Squires to Assume Role as USPTO Director: A New Chapter Amid Patent Reforms and Controversies “USPTO sees leadership shift as John Squires takes over from Acting Director Stewart” The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office is set to see significant leadership changes as John Squires steps into the role of Director. Squires’ confirmation comes after

Trilegal advised Kapsons Group on USD 18 million fundraise from Convergent Finance The leading law firm in India, Trilegal advised Kapsons Group and its promoters on their USD 18 million fundraise from funds advised by Convergent Finance. The Trilegal Corporate team on the mandate was led by Amit Khansaheb (Partner) and Abhishek Dubey (Partner), supported

                                          In a very significant development, we see that none other than the Gujarat High Court at Ahmedabad in a most learned, laudable, landmark, logical and latest oral judgment titled Yusuf MehmudKhan Pathan vs State

Cyril Amarchand Mangaldas acted as counsel for Adani Power Limited in relation to the establishment of a joint venture with Druk Green Power Corporation Limited The leading law firm in India, Cyril Amarchand Mangaldas advised Adani Power Limited (“APL”) on the establishment of a joint venture (“Project Company”) with Druk Green Power Corporation Limited (“DGPC”),