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UAE Cabinet Resolution No. 136 of 2026 waives patent, design and utility certificate fees for student inventors and People of Determination.
Short answer: A foreign brand owner can protect a mark in India by filing a national trademark application with the Trade Marks Registry or by designating India in an international application under the Madrid Protocol, which has applied to India since 8 July 2013 [1][2][3]. On either route the Indian Registry examines the mark under […]
In Short Saudi Arabia joined the Madrid Protocol on 8 October 2026, allowing trademark owners to seek protection in the Kingdom through WIPO’s international trademark registration system. Saudi businesses can also use the system to seek trademark protection abroad. The Madrid System now reaches 133 countries, including five of the six GCC states. However, international […]
The UAE has entered the top 25 of WIPO’s Global Innovation Index 2026, while India leads Central and Southern Asia and has outperformed its level of development for 16 consecutive years. This article looks at the detail behind those rankings and at why the ownership, registration, licensing and financing of intellectual property matter for businesses […]
Received a trademark cease-and-desist notice in India? Learn how to assess the claim, preserve evidence, evaluate your legal position, and respond strategically while minimising litigation risk. A trademark cease-and-desist notice often arrives at a time when a business is focused on growth rather than legal disputes. Whether you are a startup that has recently launched a new brand, […]
Introduction: When Tradition Meets Commercialisation Yoga, an ancient practice rooted in India’s spiritual and philosophical traditions, has evolved into a global wellness industry worth billions. What was once passed down through generations as shared knowledge is now often packaged, branded, and sold across international markets. This transformation has sparked a significant legal and ethical debate on whether elements of yoga can […]
A comprehensive guide to protecting and enforcing well-known trademarks in India. Understand trans-border reputation, dilution, injunctions, online infringement, customs action, and practical enforcement strategies for global and Indian businesses. well-known trademark is one of the most commercially valuable intellectual property assets a business can own. In India, well-known trademarks receive broader protection than ordinary […]
By waiving intellectual property filing fees for the sports sector, India has signalled a decisive shift towards recognising sports innovation, branding, and technology as key drivers of economic growth and commercial value Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal recently announced a landmark initiative granting a complete waiver of government fees for intellectual property […]
The Evolution of Wedding Photography into an IP Driven Industry Wedding photography in India is no longer just a service it has become a content creation industry with significant intellectual property value. With the rise of cinematic storytelling, drone shoots, curated reels, and luxury destination weddings, photographers are effectively producing high quality visual assets that […]
The transformation of Indian food businesses from informal street-side ventures to structured, venture-backed startups has triggered a parallel evolution in how culinary assets are protected. What was once guarded through secrecy and tradition is now increasingly secured through formal intellectual property (IP) mechanisms, especially trademarks, trade dress, and branding strategies. In India’s rapidly expanding food […]