Blog & IP Insights
Absolute vs Relative Grounds for Trademark Refusal in Nepal
Trademarks are refused on two kinds of grounds — problems with the mark itself, and conflicts with earlier mar...
Copyright Infringement Laws in Nepal (2026 Guide)
What counts as copyright infringement in Nepal under the Copyright Act 2059, the permitted-use exceptions, mor...
How Intellectual Property Disputes Are Resolved in Nepal (2026)
A map of the forums and processes for resolving IP disputes in Nepal — Department of Industry proceedings, app...
Trademark, Domain & Social Handle: Lock Down Your Brand
Secure your brand name across all three channels in Nepal — the legal trademark at the Department of Industry,...
How to Respond to a Trademark Objection in Nepal (2026)
A practical guide to answering a trademark objection (office action) from Nepal's Department of Industry — the...
Trademarks for Cosmetics in Nepal
Learn how to register a cosmetics trademark in Nepal under NICE Class 3, covering first-to-file rules, require...
Trademark Assignment in Nepal: How to Transfer a Trademark (2026)
How to transfer ownership of a trademark in Nepal — what assignment means, the process, assignment vs licensin...
Can I Register My Name as a Trademark in Nepal?
Yes, you can register your personal name as a trademark in Nepal—but only if it meets the Department of Indust...
Trademark Licensing in Nepal: How to License Your Brand (2026)
How to license a trademark in Nepal — what a licence is, exclusive vs non-exclusive vs sole, why quality contr...