Boomerang Storage v. Boomerang Returns - Trademark Cancellation Granted

The USPTO Trademark Trial and Appeal Board granted Cancellation No. TTAB92088807 on April 6, 2026, cancelling the BOOMERANG trademark registration held by Boomerang Returns at the request of Boomerang Storage, LLC. The decision, filed on July 1, 2025, concludes the administrative trademark dispute proceeding before the TTAB.

INGREDYUM SINCE 1935 Trademark Cancellation

The USPTO Trademark Trial and Appeal Board resumed Cancellation Proceeding No. 92088869, filed by Corn Products Development, Inc. against Shadchem LLC regarding the trademark INGREDYUM SINCE 1935. The cancellation was filed on July 8, 2025, and the proceeding was resumed on April 6, 2026. This administrative trademark dispute is now active before the TTAB.

UN High Commissioner deplores incendiary rhetoric in Middle East war

UN Human Rights Chief Volker Türk issued a statement on April 7, 2026, deploring inflammatory rhetoric used by all parties in the Middle East conflict, including threats to annihilate civilizations and target civilian infrastructure. The statement emphasizes that carrying out such threats constitutes the most serious international crimes under international law.

Michigan Encourages Financial Check-ins and Savings Goals During America Saves Week

The Michigan Department of Insurance and Financial Services (DIFS) issued a press release for America Saves Week (April 6-10, 2026) encouraging Michiganders to conduct financial check-ins, review budgets, and set savings goals. DIFS also promoted Michigan Open Account Coalition (MOAC) Month, highlighting low-cost banking access through partnerships with approximately 40 financial institutions across 67 Michigan counties to serve historically underserved communities.

State Grand Jury Indicts Woodbridge Police Sergeant for Aggravated Manslaughter in Fatal Shooting of Aamir Allen

A New Jersey state grand jury indicted Woodbridge Police Sergeant Marco Bruno on one count of first-degree aggravated manslaughter in connection with the May 29, 2025 fatal shooting of Aamir Allen, 35, of Carteret, in Woodbridge Township, Middlesex County. The investigation was conducted by the Attorney General's Office of Public Integrity and Accountability under the Independent Prosecutor Directive of 2019, which mandates AG office investigation of deaths occurring during law enforcement encounters.

Result of Yield/Price Based Auction of State Government Securities - April 2026

The Reserve Bank of India conducted an auction of state government securities on April 7, 2026, successfully raising the full target of ₹18,159 crore from seven participating states. All amounts offered were accepted, with yields ranging from 7.35% to 8.07% across tenors of 5 to 31 years. This represents standard monetary operations by the RBI for state government borrowing.

Auction of Government of India 6.48% GS 2035 - Rs 34,000 Crore

The Reserve Bank of India announced the auction of Government of India dated security 6.48% GS 2035 for a notified amount of Rs 34,000 crore. The auction will be conducted on April 10, 2026 using the multiple price method, with settlement on April 13, 2026. GoI may retain additional subscription up to Rs 2,000 crore.

State Government Securities Auction Results - April 7, 2026

The Reserve Bank of India published auction results for State Government Securities dated April 7, 2026. The results detail the outcome of government bond auctions conducted for state governments, showing issuance amounts, yields, and participating institutions. This routine publication provides transparency on public debt operations and state borrowing activities.

RBI extends regulatory directions for Ramgarhia Co-operative Bank Ltd., New Delhi

The Reserve Bank of India has extended the operational period of Directive No. DEL.DOS.EXG_SSM.No.S515/12-10-013/2022-2023 for Ramgarhia Co-operative Bank Ltd., New Delhi for an additional three months from close of business on April 8, 2026 to close of business on July 8, 2026. The extension is issued under Section 35A read with Section 56 of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949. The RBI notes that this extension should not be construed as satisfaction with the bank's financial position.

RBI Cancels Licence of Shirpur Merchants' Co-operative Bank

The Reserve Bank of India cancelled the licence of The Shirpur Merchants' Co-operative Bank Ltd., Shirpur effective April 6, 2026, under Section 22 read with Section 56 of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949. The bank ceases all banking business operations due to inadequate capital, non-compliance with statutory requirements, and inability to protect depositor interests. DICGC has already paid ₹48.95 crore to eligible depositors, with 99.7% of depositors entitled to full coverage up to ₹5 lakh.