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As an inventor, it is essential to safeguard your invention by registering it with the patent office.

According to a 2020 study titled "How can India step up its game?" by the Confederation of Indian Industries and EY, India has emerged as a favored choice for foreign direct investment (FDI).

The term "patent" remains highly sought after in the business and research and development communities,

The term "patent" remains highly sought after in the business and research and development communities,

Intellectual Property (IP) is an essential intangible asset for companies, and devising strategies for IP assets plays a vital role in businesses.

To avoid significant financial losses resulting from the unauthorized use of a registered trademark, it is crucial for companies

To avoid significant financial losses resulting from the unauthorized use of a registered trademark, it is crucial for companies

To avoid significant financial losses resulting from the unauthorized use of a registered trademark, it is crucial for companies to promptly detect any signs of infringement and take action against the infringer(s).

Take the scenario of the launch of an e-commerce store. For this, the owner expends much effort, sweat and finance to construct a solid foundation for it. Slowly, the products and the brand earn a fairly good reputation with customers.

Filing a patent application in India can be a complex process, requiring attention to detail and knowledge of the laws and regulations that govern the patent system.

Obtaining a patent in India is a legal process that gives the inventor exclusive rights to prevent others from making, using, selling, or importing the invention for a certain period of time.

A patent is an exclusive right granted to an inventor for their invention for a limited period of time, in exchange for public disclosure of the invention.

As suggested by the name, patent protection refers to the protection of an innovation, idea or invention.

Obtaining a patent in India is a legal process that gives the inventor exclusive rights to prevent others from making, using, selling, or importing the invention for a certain period of time.

A design patent in India is a form of intellectual property protection granted to the owner of a unique design for a product or article of manufacture.

Whether you're a business owner looking to part ways with a trademark or a lawyer assisting a client in doing so, you need to understand the proper procedures and know how to cancel a trademark registration online.

Do you have an invention or idea that you think can make a great impact? Patenting is the best way to protect and monetize your idea and make sure you get the recognition you deserve.

If you've spent time and energy developing a product or invention, the last thing you want to hear is that your patent application has been rejected.

It's time to get serious about protecting your inventions and ideas. Filing a design patent is the key to doing just that. A design patent provides legal protection for the unique design of a product or device.

Trademark registration in India can be done online through the official website of the Indian Trade Marks Registry (TMR). The process involves filling out an application, paying a fee, and submitting it along with any required documents.

A trademark is a legally registered symbol, word, or phrase that represents a company and/or its products. It serves as an identifier and helps to distinguish the goods or services of one company from those of another and to indicate the source of the goods or services.

Designs perceived by all create a big impression on the viewer’s eyes and so must be protected from being copied. As such, creators of designs apply for design patent using the legal system.

A design patent is a type of intellectual property that protects the ornamental design of an object. It is granted by the government and gives the holder the exclusive right to prevent others from making, using, or selling the registered design for a certain period, usually 15 years from the date of the grant, subject to renewal.

A patent is a kind of IPR (Intellectual Property Right) which provides owners with the sole rights to restrict others from using, making, selling, providing sale or importing patented processes or product of the unique idea or invention without their consent. Such a beneficial concept offers an advantage to the holder of patents for marketing new products and maximizing their revenue.

A trade mark may be a sign, design, or expression which identifies goods or services of a person/business from those of others. Section 2(zb) of the Trade Marks Act, 1999, ("the Act") defines a trademark as "a mark capable of being represented graphically and is capable of distinguishing the goods or services of one person from those of others".

Trade secrets include any business information having commercial value and is unknown to others. Trade secret consists of formulas, processes, designs, patterns or compilations of information that possess inherent economic value. One of the most famous examples of trade secret is the Coca Cola formula.

In the recent case of SIX CONTINENTS HOTELS INC ("Plaintiff") and AP LEISURE PRIVATE LIMITED & ANR. ("Defendants"), the Hon’ble High Court of Delhi decides whether the use of impugned mark by the defendant(s) constitutes infringement/passing off of the plaintiff’s well-known trademark.

In the recent case of Phonographic Performance Limited ("Plaintiff") Vs. Canvas Communication (“Defendant”), the Hon’ble High Court of Delhi decides that the owner’s right to issue licenses in respect of a copyright does not cede at any time, unless the owner grants exclusive right in that regard to a copyright society.

In the recent case of ITC Limited ("Applicant/Plaintiff") Vs. Reckitt Benckiser (India) Pvt. Ltd. (“Respondent/Defendant”), the Hon’ble High Court of Madras decides interim injunction against denigrating and disparaging advertisement.

In the recent case of HAVELLS INDIA LIMITED and L RAMESH, the Hon’ble High Court of Delhi decides whether the use of impugned mark by the defendant constitutes infringement/passing off of the plaintiff’s well-known trademark.

Dabur India Limited files suit seeking permanent injunction and damages in respect of infringement of its various intellectual properties, including the trademark DABUR, copyright in the labels and packaging of its various products, passing off and unfair competition.

In a recent case of Sabyasachi Calcutta LLP (plaintiff) and Mr. Ankit Keyal proprietor Asiana Couture and ORS (defendants), the Delhi High Court decides whether the defendants are using a design which is similar to the registered design of plaintiff.

In a current landmark decision of the Delhi High Court, AstraZeneca AB and AstraZeneca Pharma India Limited (the Plaintiffs) have been denied the request for interim injunction towards Indian pharmaceutical companies.

In a recent case of BRITANNIA INDUSTRIES LTD. ("Plaintiff") Vs. GOOD DAY ORAL CARE & ORS. ("Defendant"), the Hon’ble High Court of Delhi decides whether the use of impugned trade mark by the Defendant amounts to an association and a mistaken identity with respect to the Plaintiff’s well-known trade mark.

In the recent years, the product market has become highly competitive. As a result, it has become crucial to protect the Intellectual Property which adds value to the products and businesses. Thus, with the changing trends, the concept of non-conventional trade marks has evolved.

In a recent case of Bacardi and Company Limited Vs. Bahety Overseas Private Limited & Ors., the Hon’ble High Court of Delhi decides whether the trade mark and trade dress of the defendant are similar to those of the plaintiff.

The energy drink brand RED BULL AG (hereinafter, Plaintiff) had filed a trademark infringement suit against BAKEWELL BISCUITS PRIVATE LIMITED (hereinafter, Defendant) for using �Red Horse� marks

Bombay High Court Rejects Cutis Biotech Plea To Prohibit Serum Institute Of India From Using The Trademark 'Covishield'