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Flipkart Brand Registry is a brand verification programme on Flipkart that gives registered brand owners control over how their products are listed, the ability to report counterfeit listings, and access to brand-protection tools, typically requiring either a registered trademark or a valid trademark application number filed with the IP India portal. Enrollment is free, but […]
A trademark disclaimer is a statement that limits a trademark owner’s exclusive rights over specific descriptive, generic, or non-distinctive elements within their registered mark, while keeping the overall trademark fully protected. In India, trademark disclaimers are governed by Section 17 of the Trade Marks Act, 1999. The term “trademark disclaimer” actually covers two distinct concepts: […]
To register a trademark for Amazon sellers in India, file Form TM-A with the Indian Trade Marks Registry on the IP India portal under the correct NICE class (e.g., Class 25 for clothing, Class 9 for electronics, Class 3 for cosmetics). Government fees are ₹4,500 per class for individuals, MSMEs, and DPIIT-recognized startups, or ₹9,000 […]
The 13-year-long Pune trademark battle involving Burger King (Anahita Irani v. Burger King Corporation) is one of India’s most-discussed intellectual property cases of the past decade. The case includes a conflict between an American fast-food giant with more than 13,000 outlets worldwide and a small family-run eatery in Pune operating in just two locations. The […]
A sole proprietor can register a trademark in India in their personal name under the Trade Marks Act, 1999. The government filing fee starts at ₹4,500 per class for online applications. By registering your trademark, you gain legal protection over your brand identity, business name, and logo, allowing you to prevent competitors from copying or […]
To register a trademark internationally from India, file an international application (Form MM2) through the Indian Trade Marks Registry under the Madrid Protocol, administered by the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO). You must first have a “basic mark“, either a pending or registered trademark in India, that anchors the international application. A single application can […]
Class 99 is not a real trademark class. It is an administrative label used by the Indian Trade Marks Registry to mark applications that cover two or more NICE classes in a single filing, known as a multi-class application under Section 18(2) of the Trade Marks Act, 1999. This is one of the most misunderstood […]
When starting a business in India, many entrepreneurs assume that creating a logo automatically protects their brand. However, this is not the case. A logo has no legal protection unless it is registered under the Trade Marks Act, 1999. This makes understanding the difference between a logo and a trademark in India essential for business […]
In India, trademark owners can protect their brand name, logo, or distinctive mark through remedies for infringement of trademark. These legal protections help businesses prevent unauthorized use of their trademarks and safeguard their brand identity. Trademarks also play an important role in building brand recognition and helping consumers identify genuine products and services. Trademark protection […]
The Trademark Rules, 2017, establish the framework for trademark registration and protection in India. These rules simplify the process for businesses to secure brand names, logos, and other distinctive marks, ensuring legal protection against unauthorized use. By streamlining trademark procedures, the rules make it easier for businesses to protect their intellectual property. Before the introduction […]