This post explores the GI registration of Tirupathi Laddu, highlighting concerns about commercialisation versus religious sanctity. It analyses the legal and practical implications while questioning the real beneficiaries…
Intellepedia · 19 May 2019
The post analyses the legal dispute over Tirupathi Laddu's Geographical Indication status, focusing on the intersection of law, religion, and public interest. It discusses the legal process, arguments…
Intellepedia · 28 Apr 2019
The Calcutta High Court ruled that Geographical Indication registration for Darjeeling Tea does not give the Tea Board exclusive rights over the term Darjeeling in other contexts. This…
Intellepedia · 16 Feb 2019
The Ahmedabad Shopping Festival trademark dispute has been resolved through mutual understanding, while Reliance Retail collaborates with Walt Disney for branded merchandise. India’s first GI store opens in…
Intellepedia · 31 Jan 2019
This update examines key trademark news, including Indian and global disputes, brand licensing trends, and geographical indication developments. Highlights include Rihanna’s legal action over the 'Fenty' mark, Oyo’s…
Intellepedia · 23 Jan 2019
The post reviews key trademark law updates, including Indian trademark statistics, Burberry’s legal victory, The Weeknd’s “Starboy” dispute, Patanjali’s apparel launch, and Sojat Mehndi’s GI application. It offers…
Intellepedia · 21 Nov 2018
This update examines Indian trademark statistics, a significant Delhi High Court judgment on e-commerce intermediary liability, and recent global trademark disputes. Developments in brand licensing and GI acceptance…
Intellepedia · 7 Nov 2018
This article summarises recent legal developments in trademark law, including key cases involving Kylie Jenner, Vans, and Alibaba. It also presents new statistics from the Indian Trademark Office…
Intellepedia · 31 Oct 2018
This analysis reviews the filing and registration trends of GI applications in India since 2003. It highlights regional distribution, predominant product categories, and presents a factual summary of…
Intellepedia · 24 Oct 2018
This bulletin reviews key Indian and international trademark developments, including major statistics, recent infringement cases, and high-profile licensing deals. It also covers the GI registration of Assam’s Boka…
Intellepedia · 29 Aug 2018