The Madras High Court, in a decision concerning rectification of trademark registrations, has reaffirmed a fundamental principle of trademark law: descriptive and generic elements cannot be monopolised, even when they form part of a well-known mark. The judgment provides important guidance on the limits of trademark exclusivity and the evidentiary threshold required to sustain
Artificial intelligence is now deeply embedded in everyday decision-making. From loan approvals and recruitment screening to medical diagnostics and public services, AI systems increasingly influence outcomes that directly affect individuals. As reliance on these systems grows, so does a fundamental concern. The question is, how can decisions made by machines be understood, questioned, and
Statement on working a patented invention (Rule 131) As per amended Rule 131 statement of working of invention shall be furnished within 6 months of expiry of a financial year (30 September). Earlier the statements had to be furnished within 3 months of expiry of a calendar year (31 March). This amendment provides provision
n the year 2003, the Maori tribal design tattooed by the World Heavy Weight Champion Mike Tyson created a furore among the public. In the years to come, Mike Tyson’s tattoo became talk of the town and influenced celebrities from different walks of life. The indelible inking culture or the culture of body art
Categorization of Applicant– The Trademark Rules 2017 has classified Applicants for the purpose of the Trademark Application in two categories: Individuals/ Startups/ Small Enterprises and Others. A “Startup” for the purpose of the Trademarks Rules means an entity in India recognized as a startup by the competent authority under the Startup India initiative. Ideally
