Relevance of Intellectual Property Rights (IPR)
This article examines the legal and practical relevance of Intellectual Property Rights in India. It discusses how IPR protects innovation and creativity while fostering economic and societal growth…
Trademarks
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Weekly Trademark News Bulletin: Suzuki Declared as a Well-Known Trademark, The Dindigul Lock Gets GI Tag, Cornetto Defends its Little Horn and Other News
This bulletin covers major trademark and intellectual property updates from India and abroad, including Suzuki’s well-known trademark recognition and the Dindigul Lock’s GI tag. It also examines recent…
Trademark News Bulletin: Indian Trademark Statistics
This bulletin provides an analytical summary of weekly Indian trademark statistics, examining trends in applications, registrations, and office actions. The data offers a structured, factual overview for legal…
Understanding Trademark Registration Procedures in the Maldives
Maldives does not yet have a formal trademark registration system, relying instead on cautionary notices for brand protection. Current legislative efforts are expected to introduce a comprehensive trademark…
Weekly Trademark News Bulletin: Titan Wins Counterfeit Battle, 5 Mizo Shawls Gets GI Tag, PUMA Sprints for Dutee Chand and Other News
This weekly trademark news bulletin analyses recent legal victories, GI tag grants, and key brand licensing deals in India and abroad. The report offers factual insights into trademark…
Trademark News Bulletin: Indian Trademark Statistics
This bulletin provides a detailed analysis of the latest Indian trademark statistics, including weekly and yearly trends. It offers objective insights into application, examination, and registration activity at…
Part IV: Descriptive Marks – Can They be Protected?
This post analyses the Indian legal stance on descriptive marks under the Trademark Act, 1999. It explains the criteria for their protection, focusing on acquired distinctiveness and secondary…
Vistara Airlines Wins a Counterfeit Battle, Tirur Betel Leaf Gets GI Tag and Other News
This week’s update reviews Vistara’s victory in a counterfeit case, the GI tag for Tirur Betel Leaf, and key trademark legal developments. It also covers brand expansion and…
Trademarking the name of God? Huh! – Part 2
This post examines key Indian court decisions on trademarking god's names, analysing issues of distinctiveness and monopoly. The discussion highlights why courts have restricted exclusive rights over common…
Part I: Descriptive Marks – Can They be Protected?
This post discusses the eligibility of descriptive marks for trademark protection under Indian law. It explores statutory requirements and outlines the broader legal context, setting the stage for…