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 and intellectual property professionals.
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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 framework, improving legal clarity and compliance with international standards.
Read more about Understanding Trademark Registration Procedures in the MaldivesTrademark 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 the Trademark Office.
Read more about Trademark News Bulletin: Indian Trademark StatisticsPart 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 meaning.
Read more about Part IV: Descriptive Marks – Can They be Protected?Court Re-Emphasizes the Exclusion of Generic Terms from Registration
The Madras High Court reiterated that generic terms in trademarks cannot be monopolized and must be assessed as part of the whole mark. The Court set aside the IPAB’s order to remove Rhizome’s mark, clarifying the application of the Trade Marks Act in such disputes.
Read more about Court Re-Emphasizes the Exclusion of Generic Terms from RegistrationGrounds for Refusal of Trademark Registration – Part III
Section 9(3) sets out absolute grounds for refusal of trademark registration concerning the shape of goods in India. This post analyses the legal barriers to registering shapes as trademarks, ensuring clarity on what is excluded and why.
Read more about Grounds for Refusal of Trademark Registration – Part IIITrademark Registration process – Part II
This post examines the importance of trademark search and classification in the Indian registration process. It discusses how the Nice Classification is used and highlights the legal considerations before filing a trademark application.
Read more about Trademark Registration process – Part IIDomain Names, Email or Private Communication as Proof of Trademark Use
This post discusses whether domain names, emails, or private communication can constitute valid proof of trademark use. It reviews relevant legal guidelines and highlights exceptions where such evidence might be accepted.
Read more about Domain Names, Email or Private Communication as Proof of Trademark UseEvidence Required to Determine Well Knownness of a Trademark – Part III
This post discusses the types of evidence required to establish a trademark as well known in India. It analyses the value of registration certificates, sales turnover, invoices, and advertising material, explaining the legal standards for each. The post also highlights best practices for documentary proof in trademark proceedings.
Read more about Evidence Required to Determine Well Knownness of a Trademark – Part IIIMadrid Protocol- International Trademark Filing Becomes Easier
India’s membership in the Madrid Protocol simplifies and reduces the cost of international trademark filings. The Protocol provides Indian applicants with a unified process to secure trademark protection in multiple jurisdictions.
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