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ISIC vs ISID, Trademark Rules 2017, Hike in Trademark fees, Star Bucks vs Cake Bucks, Ferraro partners with Global Icon, Pakistan’s Geographical Indication Protection Bill and more

This post examines key trademark updates in India, including the ISIC vs ISID case, the Trademark Rules 2017 fee hike, and recent infringement matters. International GI protection developments and trade mark licensing news are also discussed in an objective, factual manner.

Trademark Rules 2017

The Trademark Rules, 2017 introduce higher fees, simplified procedures, and incentives for online filing and start-ups in India. New provisions cover expedited processing, well-known marks, and virtual hearings, aiming for efficient and transparent trademark registration.

Clinic plus v. Head & Shoulders, Comparative advertising, Trump Trademarks, INTA study on counterfeit products and piracy & more

This update reviews major trademark law developments in India, including recent court judgments and trends in comparative advertising. It also provides insights into Trump-related trademark filings, the INTA study on counterfeiting, and international trademark law changes.

Non-Conventional Trademarks: Sound marks

This article discusses sound marks as a non-conventional trademark, focusing on legal requirements and registration processes in India and the US. It highlights key differences between traditional and sound trademarks, while stressing the evolving nature of sound mark protection.

Fast Registrations, Trump, Beer, Brand Licensing, Ikea v. Aikya & more

This post offers a comprehensive review of recent Indian trademark and GI developments, including major litigation, brand licensing trends, and government initiatives. It highlights both domestic and international trademark news relevant to legal practitioners and brand owners.

Delhi High Court dismisses Sun Pharma’s plea against Mylan; Nilambur Teak to get GI tag? and much more.

The update discusses the Delhi High Court’s decision in Sun Pharma’s trademark case against Mylan and the potential GI tag for Nilambur Teak. It also covers trademark office initiatives, major trademark acquisitions, and international developments in the field of intellectual property.

PayPal and Paytm Trademark Dispute

The PayPal and Paytm trademark dispute centres on alleged similarities in their logos and the potential for consumer confusion under Indian trademark law. This analysis explores the legal arguments and key judicial precedents that inform the case.

Iceland v. Iceland : The Battle for Exclusivity

The legal dispute between Iceland Foods and the Icelandic government raises significant questions about trademark exclusivity and national identity. This post provides an objective analysis of the ongoing negotiations and their broader implications for intellectual property and international trade.

Instagram opposes Microsoft over the use of the suffix ‘gram’

Instagram has challenged Microsoft’s attempt to register ‘Actiongram’ as a trademark, citing potential consumer confusion due to the use of the ‘gram’ suffix. The dispute raises key issues about brand identity and trademark protection in the tech sector.

Rubik’s Cube loses EU trademark battle

The European Court of Justice has annulled the EU trademark on Rubik’s Cube, stating its shape does not warrant trademark protection. This decision clarifies the boundary between technical solutions and trademarks in European intellectual property law.