A trademark is a right capable of continuing indefinitely, subject to periodic renewal and continued use. While registration grants statutory protection, that protection is not automatic in perpetuity. It must be maintained through timely renewal in accordance with the Trade…
Once a trademark application is accepted for publication, it is advertised in the Trade Marks Journal. Publication opens the application to public scrutiny, and at this stage, Indian trademark law permits third parties to challenge the registration through opposition proceedings.…
A trademark is a valuable commercial asset. Over time, it can acquire significant goodwill and reputation, often becoming closely associated with the identity of a business. Protecting a trademark from misuse or infringement is therefore an important part of maintaining…