Indian Trademark Statistics for December (Third Week) 2018, Hakuna Matata is Disney\u2019s?, Playboy for Your Feet, Oyo Rooms to Expand to UK, Bihar\u2019s Silao Khaja Obtains GI Registration and more, brought to you by the Trademark Attorneys at BananaIP (BIP) Counsels.<\/p>\n
\u201cThe future of branding is marketing with people, not at them\u201d – John Morgan<\/p><\/blockquote>\n
INDIAN TRADEMARK STATISTICS <\/strong><\/h3>\n
The Indian Trademark Office has had a slow week. The total number of the show cause hearings issued has increased by forty seven percent (47%). Similarly, the total number of applications published in the trademark journal has increased by eight percent (8%). However, the total applications disposed through show cause hearings has decreased by sixteen percent (16%).<\/p>\n
Weekly Indian Trademark Statistics<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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\n Particulars<\/strong><\/td>\n Last Week<\/strong><\/td>\n This Week<\/strong><\/td>\n Change in %<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Total Trademark Applications Examined by Trademark Office<\/td>\n 9551<\/td>\n 9570<\/td>\n An increase of 0.2%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Total Applications Disposed through Show Cause Hearings<\/td>\n 6607<\/td>\n 5546<\/td>\n A decrease of 16%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Total Applications Published in the Trademark Journal<\/td>\n 8969<\/td>\n 9670<\/td>\n An increase of 8%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Total Registrations Granted<\/td>\n 7057<\/td>\n 7067<\/td>\n An increase of 0.14%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Total Hearing Notices Issued<\/td>\n 9375<\/td>\n 13758<\/td>\n An increase of 47%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Total Renewals Notices Issued<\/td>\n 1902<\/td>\n 1562<\/td>\n A decrease of 18%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n \u00a0<\/strong>Trademark Statistics by Office<\/strong><\/h3>\n
Total Number of New Applications Received from December 12th<\/sup> to December 19th<\/sup>, 2018<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n
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\n Sr. No<\/strong><\/td>\n Jurisdiction<\/strong><\/td>\n New Applications<\/strong><\/td>\n Examined<\/strong><\/td>\n Published<\/strong><\/td>\n Registered<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n 1<\/td>\n AHMEDABAD<\/td>\n 912<\/td>\n 550<\/td>\n 917<\/td>\n 545<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n 2<\/td>\n CHENNAI<\/td>\n 1477<\/td>\n 839<\/td>\n 2135<\/td>\n 1538<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n 3<\/td>\n DELHI<\/td>\n 2794<\/td>\n 1614<\/td>\n 2186<\/td>\n 2528<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n 4<\/td>\n KOLKATA<\/td>\n 421<\/td>\n 292<\/td>\n 510<\/td>\n 300<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n 5<\/td>\n MUMBAI<\/td>\n 1738<\/td>\n 1044<\/td>\n 2053<\/td>\n 1709<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Total<\/strong><\/td>\n \u00a0<\/strong><\/td>\n 7342<\/strong><\/td>\n 4339<\/strong><\/td>\n 7801<\/strong><\/td>\n 6620<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n Yearly Trademark Statistics<\/strong><\/h3>\n
Trademark Statistics from January 01st<\/sup>, 2018 to December 19th<\/sup> 2018<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n
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- Total Number of Trademark Applications Filed \u2013 292867<\/li>\n
- Total Number of Trademark Applications Examined \u2013 \u00a0140049<\/li>\n
- Total Number of Trademark Applications Published \u2013143371<\/li>\n
- Total Number of Trademark Applications Registered \u2013<\/strong> 313472<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
INTERESTING BRAND NEWS<\/strong><\/h2>\n
I Pity the Fool<\/strong><\/h3>\n
No, we are not trying to belittle our readers here. The catchphrase \u2018I Pity the fool\u2019 was applied as a trademark by Laurence Tureaud, commonly known as Mr. T who is an American actor and retired professional wrestler. Mr. T became well known in the 80\u2019s for use of this catch phrase in his show \u201cThe A Team\u201d.\u00a0 The mark was granted registration in 2015 for products such as key chains, drinking mugs and apparel.<\/p>\n
INDIAN TRADEMARK UPDATES<\/strong><\/h2>\n
Nike\u2019s Win Against Counterfeiters<\/strong><\/h3>\n
Nike Inc., the celebrated sports shoes brand filed for trademark infringement to restrain a company named Rubal from selling counterfeit products under the brand name NIKE and associated trademarks.\u00a0 It has been claimed such usage is in violation of Nike\u2019s statutory and common law rights. Since its adoption in 1971, Nike has been using the brand name consecutively worldwide and is the registered trademark holder of marks such as NIKE, SWOOSH, FLYKNIT, NIKE AIR, etc.\u00a0 Rubal is a manufacturer engaged in similar lines of business as Nike, and has been using the marks NIKE, SWOOSH device, FLYKNIT, NIKE AIR for selling counterfeit products.<\/p>\n
INTERNATIONAL TRADEMARK UPDATES<\/strong><\/h2>\n
Hakuna Matata is Disney\u2019s? Maybe Not<\/strong><\/h3>\n
Disney, the popular media house has found itself in the midst of a controversy for the use of the phrase \u2018Hakuna Matata\u2019. The phrase was used in the classic Disney movie \u2018The Lion King\u2019 which was released in 1994.\u00a0 A petition has been started by Zimbabwean activist Shelton Mpala against the use of the term, claiming that the term is a part of the Swahili language and culture, and the use of the term by Disney is equal to robbery. The term is used in a number of East African countries such as Tanzania, Kenya and Uganda amongst others. Disney had applied for the trademark of the term, to be used on T-shirts, in 1994 and was granted registration in 2003. Hakuna Matata translate to \u2018no worries\u2019 or \u2018no problem\u2019 in Swahili. The matter has come to light after the launch of the trailer for \u2018The Lion King\u2019, a remake of the 1994 movie.<\/p>\n
Oxford University Receives Opposition<\/strong><\/h3>\n
It looks like it will not be an easy game for the Oxford University to trademark the name \u2018Oxford\u2019. The Oxford University Press (OUP), a division of the university, had filed for the mark \u2018Oxford\u2019 in October with the UK IPO under a number of classes. However, the application has received a number of oppositions with the contention that \u2018Oxford\u2019 being a city, the University cannot monopolise the name for its own benefit. It is interesting to note that Oxford University has been granted a trademark for the term \u2018Oxford\u2019 in the European Union.\u00a0 The present application has been made in anticipation of Brexit.<\/p>\n
BRAND LICENSING & FRANCHISING UPDATES<\/strong><\/h2>\n
Playboy for Your Feet<\/strong><\/h3>\n
Buscemi, the American luxury footwear and accessories brand has partnered with Playboy Enterprises, a Chicago based global media and lifestyle company for launching a footwear collection in celebration of Playboy\u2019s 65th<\/sup> Anniversary. The footwear collection includes 40MM and 100MM Playboy shoe available in white, black and pink which prominently displays the iconic Playboy bunny on the side.<\/p>\n
Oyo to Expand to UK<\/strong><\/h3>\n
Oyo Rooms, one of the fastest growing hotel chains in India plans to expand in the UK with a franchising and marketing strategy to sign up 300 independent hotels before 2020. Marking its first expansion outside Asia, the franchiser is planning to initially launch in 10 British cities in the next 18 months via a smart phone based service for franchise owners and guests.<\/p>\n
GEOGRAPHICAL INDICATION UPDATES<\/strong><\/h2>\n
Bihar\u2019s Silao Khaja Obtains GI<\/strong><\/h3>\n
Silao Khaja, a traditional local delicacy from the Nalanda region of Bihar has been granted registration by the GI registry. Silao Khaja is known for its taste, crispiness and multi layered appearance which is attributed to local water and climate of Silao. The application was filed by Silao Khaja Audyogik Swavalambi Sahakari Samiti Limited, an autonomous society in 2017.<\/p>\n
BANANAIP TIP OF THE WEEK<\/strong><\/h2>\n
City names or geographical location names will not be granted as a trademark to one party as this party cannot monopolize the use of the term at the cost of others.
\nAuthor: BIP Trademark Attorneys<\/strong>
\nBIP\u2019s Trademark Attorneys are among the leading experts in the field. They work with clients such as PEPS, Dharma Productions, Essilor, Samsung and the IITs with respect to trademark filing, prosecution, registration, management, licensing, franchising, merchandizing and strategy.
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