#Trademark Renewal

The Delhi High Court restored the ‘BLUE CHIP’ trademark, holding that removal without the Section 25(3) notice is unlawful. It clarified that the renewal window under Rule 64(3) begins from the registration date, not the filing date. Trademark owners now have clearer protection against improper removal.

Madras HC rules that trademark proprietors denied access to the online renewal portal due to systemic barriers must be granted a fair opportunity to renew, even post-deadline. The court directed the Registrar to accept physical applications or provide portal access, ensuring compliance with principles of natural justice.