Blog & IP Insights
Trademark vs Patent: Which Protects Your Product?
A trademark protects your brand identity — your name, logo, or slogan — while a patent protects a new inventio...
Can I Trademark a Number in Nepal?
A number can absolutely be trademarked in Nepal — but only if it functions as a source identifier, not as a me...
How to Recover a Lapsed Trademark in Nepal
You can restore a lapsed trademark in Nepal by filing a renewal application with the Department of Industry (D...
The Madrid System: One Trademark, Many Countries
Nepal is not a member of the Madrid System.
Trademark Licence Agreement: Template & Guide (Nepal)
A trademark licence agreement in Nepal is a written contract where the registered owner (licensor) permits ano...
Granted Patent: What Happens After Approval?
A granted patent in Nepal gives you seven years of exclusive rights under the PDTA, requiring active enforceme...
The Export Business Brand-Protection Checklist
Secure export markets by registering your trademark in Nepal under the Patent, Design and Trademark Act 1965 b...
When Two Nepali Brands Clash: How Disputes Are Resolved
When two Nepali brands claim the same or a confusingly similar mark, the dispute is resolved by the Department...
Adidas and the Three-Stripes Trademark Battles
The adidas three-stripes trademark is one of the most fiercely defended brand assets in the world.








