Category: Intellectual Property

Intellectual Property

GI-Tagged Mithila Makhana Makes

August 11, 2026 Biswajit Sarkar - IP Law Firm India Post time: 6:53 pm

GI-Tagged Mithila Makhana Makes First Sea Shipment to Australia August 11, 2026 Bihar’s famous Mithila Makhana has made further progress in the global market with its initial shipment of the GI-tagged item to Australia. In addition to potentially creating new prospects for makhana producers, exporters,

Creative Design Protection in India

August 5, 2026 Biswajit Sarkar - IP Law Firm India Post time: 4:16 pm

In today’s competitive business, the appearance of any product is essential. It creates the demand in the market. Before purchasing any product, customers are generally driven to its design first. A unique shape, attractive pattern, elegant packaging or stylised appearance always draw the attention of

FLASHBACK OF FIFA LOGO

July 21, 2026 Biswajit Sarkar - IP Law Firm India Post time: 7:29 pm

The FIFA World Cup is more than the pinnacle of international football; it is one of the most recognisable and commercially valuable sporting brands in the world. Every four years, billions of fans witness not only a celebration of football but also the unveiling of

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

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