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CHAMPAGNE AND CULTURAL HERITAGE LAW

July 6, 2026 Biswajit Sarkar - IP Law Firm India Post time: 12:14 pm

CHAMPAGNE AND CULTURAL HERITAGE LAW Geographical Indications, Terroir, and the Protection of a Name Introduction Few words in the global commercial lexicon carry the combined weight of legal complexity, cultural meaning, and economic consequence that ‘Champagne’ does. Long before it became a term of art

MakeMyTrip vs MakeMyIndiaTrip: The Trade Mark War

June 18, 2026 Biswajit Sarkar - IP Law Firm India Post time: 2:12 pm

When Reputation Travels Faster Than Innovation: Lessons from MakeMyTrip (India) (P) Ltd. v. MakeMyIndiaTrip In contemporary commerce, where digital visibility often comes first, then follows commercial credibility, a trademark is no longer just a legal identifier; it is more like a vault of trust,

Brand Protection In Europe

June 6, 2026 Biswajit Sarkar - IP Law Firm India Post time: 6:00 pm

Brand Protection In Europe Entering a European market with your business is an exciting venture, but you should definitely consider protecting your brand before setting foot on the continent. Trademark rights are territorial, which means it is wise to secure trademark rights in each

Copyright Registration in India

December 17, 2025 Biswajit Sarkar - IP Law Firm India Post time: 10:01 am

Copyright protects creators, authors, musicians, artists, filmmakers, software developers etc. against unauthorized copying and reuse of their work. Below is a clear, guide as to what copyright is in India, whether registration is required, how other countries are trending, who handles registrations here, and a

The Getty Images vs. Stability AI

December 16, 2025 Biswajit Sarkar - IP Law Firm India Post time: 4:37 pm

It all began with one lawsuit that proved to be unprecedented, not only in its legal significance but also in its relevance to the rapidly evolving technological landscape of our time, the Getty Images vs. Stability AI copyright dispute filed in the London court. In

Copyright Protection in India

December 12, 2025 Biswajit Sarkar - IP Law Firm India Post time: 8:20 pm

What is Copyright? Copyright is a legal right that automatically protects original creative works the moment they are created and fixed in a tangible form that is written down, recorded, saved on a computer, filmed, etc. Copyright exists because creativity costs money and time but

Common Mistakes in Trademark filings

September 15, 2025 Biswajit Sarkar - IP Law Firm India Post time: 7:18 pm

A successful business demands perseverance, and understanding the importance of creating a unique trademark is crucial to that success. Most businesses and entrepreneurs only have a vague understanding of how to legally protect their brand identity. Without proper trademark protection, business name, logo and product

Participation in First ASEAN Law Forum 2025 at Kuala Lumpur

August 16, 2025 Biswajit Sarkar - IP Law Firm India Post time: 3:02 pm

Biswajit Sarkar, Advocates – IP Attorneys has been honored with an invitation to participate in the inaugural ASEAN Law Forum 2025, jointly organized by the Asian International Arbitration Centre (AIAC) and the Legal Affairs Division of the Prime Minister’s Department (BHEUU), Malaysia. The landmark event

79th Independence Day,

August 15, 2025 Biswajit Sarkar - IP Law Firm India Post time: 12:36 am

Today, as we celebrate our 79th Independence Day, we remember that independence is not just a date in history – it is a living, breathing legacy. From the dreamers in chains to the heroes in battle, every step brought us here. Our tricolor does not

Trademark Infringement & Passing Off

February 10, 2025 Biswajit Sarkar - IP Law Firm India Post time: 5:35 pm

Trade mark protection is an essential aspect of intellectual property law, ensuring that businesses can protect their brand identity against unauthorized use. The two primary legal remedies available for brand protection are trade mark infringement and passing off. While both serve to prevent misuse