DON'T DRINK MORE (DDM) Trademark (Class 33) — Refused Status & Details
Source: Indian Trademark Registry (ipindia.gov.in) · IP India record as of 25/05/2026 · Indexed 2026-05-25 · Last updated 25 May 2026
Trademark Fact Sheet
Goods & Services
Alcoholic beverages.
Owner
- Name
- RajKumar K T Single Firm1 trademark filed under this owner
- Address
- *****, Bangalore-560036
- *********ndr(at)gmail.com
- State
- Karnataka
Application Timeline
Uploaded Documents
5 documents filed with the Trade Marks Registry for this application.
| # | Document | Date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | TM-A(TRADE MARKS APPLICATION) | 23 Aug 2022 |
| 2 | Reply to Exam Report (MIS-R) | 20 Jul 2023 |
| 3 | Power of Attorney | 4 Aug 2023 |
| 4 | Reply to Exam Report (MIS-R) | 4 Aug 2023 |
| 5 | Affidavit | 4 Aug 2023 |
Correspondence and Notices
3 notices issued by the Registry on this application.
| # | Subject | Corres. No. | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | EXAMINATION REPORT | 15436196 | 15 Jun 2023 |
| 2 | Hearing Notice (Show Cause) | 17679797 | 11 Mar 2024 |
| 3 | Tribunal Refused Notice for : 5578423 | 17963542 | 15 Apr 2024 |
Filing claims & diligence
- First use claim
- Proposed to be used
- Filing mode
- e-Filing
- Category
- TRADE MARK
What does this status mean?
DON'T DRINK MORE (DDM) was refused registration in Class 33 after examination or a hearing. The decision can sometimes be appealed, or a fresh, amended application filed.
Frequently asked questions
The trademark DON'T DRINK MORE (DDM) (Application No. 5578423) is owned by (1) RajKumar K T Single Firm, as recorded in the Indian Trademark Registry. Trademark ownership in India is determined by the Trade Marks Act, 1999 and the Trade Marks Rules, 2017.
The current status of DON'T DRINK MORE (DDM) is "Refused". It was filed on 23/08/2022 at CHENNAI in Class 33. Status may change over time as the application moves through examination, publication, opposition and registration stages.
DON'T DRINK MORE (DDM) is filed in Class 33, covering: Alcoholic beverages.
DON'T DRINK MORE (DDM) covers: Alcoholic beverages.
The exact word "DON'T DRINK MORE (DDM)" is already on record at the Indian Trademark Registry under Application No. 5578423. If you intend to use a similar mark for similar goods or services, you should conduct a comprehensive availability search and consult a trademark attorney before filing. Registerkaro offers a free availability check followed by professional filing.
Indian registered trademarks are valid for 10 years from the date of registration and can be renewed indefinitely in 10-year blocks. DON'T DRINK MORE (DDM) (App #5578423) is currently in status "Refused" — renewal dates apply only after registration is granted.
If DON'T DRINK MORE (DDM) is in the "Advertised before Acceptance" or "Accepted & Advertised" stage, you have a 4-month window from publication in the Trade Marks Journal to file an opposition (Form TM-O) at the same Trade Marks Registry office. Grounds typically include prior rights, descriptiveness or bad faith. Registerkaro can prepare and file a Notice of Opposition for you.
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