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Importance of IP for Start-ups and Entrepreneurs (Part II): Trademarks

This article discusses essential steps for startups in India to secure trademark protection, including name selection, registration, and risk clearance. It provides a structured legal overview to help entrepreneurs avoid common pitfalls in trademark management.

Will ALPHABET get Google into Trademark Trouble?

Google’s adoption of ALPHABET as its holding company name has raised important trademark questions, particularly in light of prior registrations by BMW and others. The analysis explores the legal risks Google may face under Indian trademark law.

Happy Independence Day to all Sinapse readers!!!

This post marks India’s 69th Independence Day, honouring the nation’s tradition of innovation and intellectual freedom. It discusses flag patents and explains key flag hoisting technologies, blending historic and technical insights with an analytical perspective.

Zara Trademark Saga: History Repeats Itself

The Zara trademark saga demonstrates how Indian courts protect well-known trademarks against brand name misuse, even across different industries. The Delhi High Court’s decision reinforces the critical role of names in intellectual property disputes.

Intellectual Property (IP) in India: A Decade of Progress Part 4

This post examines a decade of patent filing statistics across Indian states, highlighting Maharashtra’s leading position. It offers a structured analysis of regional trends in intellectual property creation, reflecting the evolving landscape of innovation in India.

Using Intellectual Property Rights to Build Your Business

Intellectual property rights are central to building and scaling startups in India. This post discusses the strategic use of IP for business advantage and announces a seminar offering actionable insights for entrepreneurs and SMEs.

Intellectual Property (IP) in India: A Decade of Progress Part 2

This post analyses a decade of patent statistics, examining trends in filings, grants, examinations, and revenue in India. It reflects on the evolving landscape of intellectual property rights, highlighting key years and changing patterns in the Indian patent system.

This town isn’t enough for the two of us : Zara Trademark Dispute

This post discusses the Delhi High Court’s ruling in the Zara trademark dispute, focusing on trademark protection and the legal reasoning behind the decision. The analysis highlights the court’s approach to brand rights and infringement in India.

Phonetic Justice for Trademark

The article discusses the legal importance of phonetic similarity in trademark disputes, focusing on decisions from both the European Union and Indian courts. It examines statutory provisions and recent case law to illustrate how phonetic resemblance can result in trademark registration being denied to prevent consumer confusion.

The new IPR Policy, an innovative step?

This post examines the establishment of an IPR think tank by the Indian government to draft a new national IPR policy. It critically assesses the process, composition, and potential impact on India’s intellectual property regime.