Geographical Indications

New Geographical Indications Registrations in India (April 2024–March 2025): 23 Additions Across States

Featured Image showing Close-up of traditional Indian handloom weaving with colourful threads and embroidered fabrics, symbolising handicraft heritage. Text overlay reads “India registered 23 Geographical Indications across states in April 2024 – March 2025” with a 'CERTIFIED' stamp in the background.

India’s GI Registry has grown by 23 new entries in 2024–25, reflecting the country’s rich cultural and artisanal diversity. From Pilkhuwa Hand Block Prints to Japanese Sake, this post covers each GI’s origin, category, and significance for local communities.

Indian IP Office Public Notice: Submit Feedback on Guidelines by Oct 15, 2023

Date: August 30, 2023 The Office of the Controller General of Patents, Designs, and Trade Marks has released a formal public notice with the objective...

Vitiation of IPAB and Beyond – Geographical Indications

The President of India on fourth of April 2021 promulgated “The Tribunals Reforms (Rationalization and Conditions of Service) Ordinance 2021”. This Ordinance abolishes the various...

Tribunals Reforms Ordinance 2021 and changes to the Geographical Indications Act, 1999

The President of India on the 4th of April 2021 promulgated the “THE TRIBUNALS REFORMS (RATIONALISATION AND CONDITIONS OF SERVICE) ORDINANCE, 2021”. With the passing...

President promulgates Tribunals reforms Ordinance, IPAB goes defunct with immediate effect

The President of India on the 4th of April 2021 promulgated the “THE TRIBUNALS REFORMS (RATIONALISATION AND CONDITIONS OF SERVICE) ORDINANCE, 2021”. With the passing...

2019 Intellectual Property Statistics in India – Up, Up and away!

For many, 2019 appeared to be a tumultuous year, legally and politically, while for others it was a year of radical but welcome changes. The...

India Today Defeats its Domain Infringer, National IP Award 2019, Avengers: End Game Merchandize Collection, Mau Saree Filed for GI and Other News

The weekly update reviews key trademark and intellectual property developments in India, including legal victories, new filings, and industry awards. Highlights include India Today’s domain dispute win, new brand collaborations, and ongoing efforts to recognize unique regional products.

Trademark Win for MakeMyTrip, Forget Winter, GOT Themed Makeup Collection is Coming Soon, Warner Bros Runs Out of Harry Potter Magic and Other News

This article presents key trademark updates including MakeMyTrip’s legal success, the status of Harry Potter trademarks, and the launch of new licensed collections. It also covers significant Indian trademark statistics and recent GI registrations.

Alibaba Settles Trademark Dispute with Alibabacoin, 7-Eleven Stores Soon in India!, NBA Fanwear Apparel and Other News

The post discusses major trademark and brand licensing developments, including Alibaba’s settlement, NBA’s merchandising in India, and 7-Eleven’s upcoming stores. It also analyses the latest Indian trademark statistics and the GI registration of Erode Turmeric.

Monte Carlo and Skoda Reach Trademark Settlement, Ironman Product Licensing in India, Kashmir Saffron GI, Kardarshian Trademarks and Other News

This article reviews major trademark settlements, licensing updates, and GI filings, including Monte Carlo and Skoda’s agreement, Ironman’s entry into India, and Kashmir Saffron’s GI application. It also covers global trademark actions by the Kardashian family and recent brewery disputes.