Blog & IP Insights
Champagne, Darjeeling & Geographical Indications
A champagne geographical indication is a sign that identifies a product as originating from the Champagne regi...
How to Legally Name a Software or App Brand
To legally name a software brand in Nepal you must register it with the Department of Industry—a first-to-file...
Counterfeit Goods in Nepal: The Law and Real Risks
The law on counterfeit goods in Nepal is governed primarily by the Patent, Design and Trade Mark Act 1965 (PDT...
Coca-Cola's Secret Formula and Trade-Secret Law
Coca-Cola's secret formula is protected in Nepal not by a standalone trade-secret act, but through contract la...
The Most Iconic Nepali Brand Marks
An iconic Nepali brand mark is a registered trademark that has earned nationwide recognition
Parallel Imports and Grey-Market Goods in Nepal
Parallel imports—often called grey-market goods—are genuine branded products imported into Nepal through chann...
How Startups Pick a Name That Won't Get Sued
Every startup founder in Nepal names their company long before they think about the law. That is exactly how l...
How to Build a Brand That Is Easy to Protect
Building a protectable brand strategy in Nepal means picking a distinctive name and logo that the Department o...
Do You Really Own Your Logo? Common Myths
Many Nepali business owners assume they automatically own their logo—but without trademark registration, you h...