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,...
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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. A 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...
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...
The Gold Rush of Digital Education India’s EdTech revolution has created unprecedented opportunities for both learners and educators. From competitive exam preparation to niche skill development, thousands of creators are building scalable education businesses online. What was once confined to physical classrooms has now transformed into a thriving digital marketplace powered by video lectures, downloadable...
The film industries of India are among the most prolific and culturally influential in the world. At the heart of this expansive landscape are Bollywood (the Hindi‑language film industry based in Mumbai) and the South Indian cinema industries (encompassing Telugu, Tamil, Kannada, and Malayalam film sectors). While all these industries are united by a shared...
India’s Intellectual Property in the Digital Economy India has rapidly transformed into a major exporter of creative and digital content, including feature films, series, music, gaming, and social media media assets. Digital distribution and overthetop (OTT) platforms have enabled Indian content to reach global audiences instantaneously. While this international expansion presents significant commercial opportunities, it also exposes rights holders...
India’s Digital Creator Economy and the Sudden Disruption The ban imposed by the Government of India in June 2020 on multiple Chinese applications, including TikTok, marked a turning point in the country’s digital and intellectual property landscape. Exercised under Section 69A of the Information Technology Act, 2000, the decision was driven by concerns relating to...