NLUJ-CIPS National Workshop on Intellectual Property and Sports (26 April 2026)
The Centre for Intellectual Property Studies (CIPS), National Law University, Jodhpur (NLUJ), is organising a National Virtual Workshop on Intellectual Property and Sports on the occasion of World Intellectual Property (IP) Day.
- Theme: Intellectual Property and Sports: Ready, Set, Innovate
- Date: 26 April 2026 (Sunday)
- Time: 10:00 AM – 4:30 PM
- Mode: Virtual
This workshop focuses on the growing intersection between intellectual property rights and the modern sports industry. It highlights how innovation, branding, and media rights are shaping sports law and business globally.
About National Law University, Jodhpur
National Law University, Jodhpur (NLUJ), established in 1999, is one of India’s leading law institutions known for academic excellence and strong research orientation.
- Offers undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs in law
- Focuses on practical and experiential learning along with theoretical knowledge
- Encourages critical thinking, interdisciplinary research, and policy engagement
- Hosts seminars, conferences, and workshops with legal experts and scholars
- Develops professionals capable of addressing complex legal and global challenges
The institution has built a reputation for producing highly skilled legal professionals equipped for litigation, academia, corporate law, and public policy.
About Centre for Intellectual Property Studies (CIPS)
The Centre for Intellectual Property Studies (CIPS) is a specialized research body within NLU Jodhpur dedicated to intellectual property law.
- Promotes research in patents, trademarks, copyrights, and design law
- Focuses on emerging areas like technology law, biotechnology, and competition law
- Organizes workshops, webinars, and conferences
- Bridges the gap between academia, industry, and policymakers
- Publishes research through blogs, articles, and academic contributions
- Encourages participation from students, researchers, and legal practitioners
CIPS aims to make intellectual property law more accessible and relevant in today’s rapidly evolving legal landscape.
Objectives of the Workshop
- To analyze the relationship between intellectual property law and the sports industry
- To explore legal protection of athletes’ image rights and branding
- To understand media rights, broadcasting, and commercialization of sports
- To examine issues such as:
- Ambush marketing
- Personality rights
- Sports technology innovation
- To promote discussion on national and international IP challenges in sports
Key Topics Covered
- Intellectual Property Rights in Sports
- Trademark and Branding in Sports Industry
- Copyright in Broadcasting and Media Rights
- Patent Protection in Sports Technology
- Image and Personality Rights of Athletes
- Legal Issues in Sports Commercialization
Keynote Speakers
Ms. Aprajita Nigam
- Managing Associate at Anand & Anand
- 10+ years of experience in intellectual property law
- Expertise in trademarks, copyrights, and design law
- Award recipient including INTA Tomorrow’s Leader Award
- Published author in reputed legal and business journals
Dr. Ankit Singh
- DPIIT-IPR Chair Professor at HNLU, Raipur
- Ph.D. in Patent Law with focus on green innovation
- 11+ years of teaching and research experience
- Author of books and multiple research publications
- Speaker at national and international academic events
Mr. Pranit Biswas
- Managing Associate at S.S. Rana & Co.
- Specialist in IP enforcement and brand protection
- Experience in handling cases across India and SAARC countries
- Works with Fortune 500 companies
- Contributor to legal platforms like Bar & Bench
Registration Process
- Visit the official registration form
- Complete the payment through the provided link
- Download the payment receipt
- Fill in the required details in the form
- Upload the receipt before submitting the form
Organizing Team
Leadership
- Patron-in-Chief: Vice Chancellor, NLU Jodhpur
- Executive Director (CIPS): Dr. Arunabha Banerjee
- Faculty Coordinator: Dr. Kanika Dhingra
Student Team
- Convenor: Ananya Jaria
- Editor-in-Chief (CIPS Blog): Turanyu V. B.
- Supported by a dedicated team of student members and coordinators
Contact Information
- Email: cips@nlujodhpur.ac.in
- University Website: www.nlujodhpur.ac.in
- For queries, participants can contact the organizing team through official channels
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