Tag: online
Can descriptive trademarks be registered in India?
Descriptive trademarks are those that describe the characteristics, qualities, or features of a product or service. In India, descriptive trademarks can be registered under the Trade Marks Act, 1999, but are subject to certain restrictions and conditions. One of the main restrictions for registering a descriptive trademark in India is that it must have acquired…
How to avoid trademark objections in India?
Trademark Objections Trademark objections are increasingly becoming common these days because of various reasons; one main important reason being lack of awareness among applicants and counsels who file applications. Objections are raised by trademark examiners in the following circumstances: Trademarks that are not distinctive in character and not capable of distinguishing the goods or services of…
Due Diligence – Is your online business or e-commerce website compliant with Information Technology Act?
Controlling Cyber Crimes Prevention of white collar crimes, especially socioeconomic offences and crimes related to computers, has been paid due attention over the years by the Indian Government. After the recent amendment to the Information Technology Act, 2000, more provisions have been included to prescribe guidelines and punishment related to cyber crimes, from hacking to…
Why trademarking your domain name in India is a must for online-only businesses and service providers?
New Business Trends Going online or taking your business online is the new mantra adapted by a number of business entities for several reasons. The name of your business is an integral link to your customers or clients and that they use your brand name or domain name to locate your website through searches or…
What is FSSAI license and how you can get it easily online?
The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has been established under Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006 which consolidates various acts & orders that have hitherto handled food related issues in various Ministries and Departments. FSSAI has been created for laying down science based standards for articles of food and to regulate their manufacture,…