Month: August 2013
TM registry to hike costs for trademark registration
After the recent hike in patent fees, on August 1, 2013, the Ministry of Commerce and Industry through the Department of Industrial Policy and Promotion has published a draft of the amendments to the Trademark Rules 2002. Please see the gazette notification here This draft notifies essentially two things as given below: Fee for trademark…
Things to look for when using Madrid System in India – National System vs Madrid System
While it is indisputable that Madrid Trademark System brings a host of advantages for applicants wanting to register their trademark across the globe, there are a few things to be taken in to consideration to chose whether Madrid System would suit you. If you are only looking to register your brand only in a…