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Trademark Search Before Registration: What Every Business Owner Should Check

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Trademark Search Before Registration: What Every Business Owner Should Check Check existing and similar trademarks before filing your trademark application. Choosing a brand name feels exciting. You may already have a business name, logo and even a few customers. So, naturally, the next thought is: Let's register the trademark. But wait a minute. There’s one step which you don’t want to skip before filing a trademark application, which is checking to see if a similar trademark already exists. It could save you a lot of confusion down the road. What is a Trademark Search? A trademark search is a search of the existing trademark records to see if your desired brand name, logo or mark has been registered or applied for by someone else. For India, you can search trademarks in the official IP India public search system . The current IP India website provides both regular trademark searchs and an AI/ML-based search option. The purpose isn't only to find an exact match. You also need ...

GST Registration for Online Sellers: What You Need to Know

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Selling products online looks simple. You list your product, receive an order, pack it and ship it. But once your online business starts growing, GST becomes something you cannot ignore. Whether you sell on Amazon, Flipkart, Meesho, your own website or any other e-commerce platform, it is important to understand how GST impacts your business. The rules are a little confusing, especially for new sellers. So, let’s keep it simple. Do Online Sellers Need GST Registration? The answer is: it depends on what you sell, where you sell and how you sell it. Earlier, online sellers generally had to get GST registration when selling through e-commerce operators covered by the GST TCS provisions. However, the rules were changed from October 1, 2023. Eligible small sellers of goods can now get an exemption from mandatory GST registration when selling through eligible e-commerce operators, but only if they meet the prescribed conditions. For example, the seller generally needs to sell goods within on...

FSSAI License for Cloud Kitchens: Complete Registration Guide

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Running a cloud kitchen sounds good and look pretty simple from outside. You don't need a big dining area, fancy interiors or lots of tables. You mainly need a suitable kitchen, good food and customers who are ready to order... But there is one part you shouldn't ignore — food safety registration. If you're planning to start a cloud kitchen in India, understanding the FSSAI License for Cloud Kitchens should be one your first priority on your checklist. Does a cloud kitchen need FSSAI registration? Yes... A cloud kitchen is still a food business, even though customers don't eat at the premises. FSSAI states that every Food Business Operator needs the applicable registration or licence to carry out food business activities. So, whether you sell through your own websie, social media, food delivery platforms or direct orders. You need to check your FSSAI requirement before starting any operation. Which FSSAI registration does a cloud kitchen need? This is where many new foo...

Thinking of Starting a Business in India? How online registration can help

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  You’re excited to start a business, but the registration process can be a bit confusing. You may have a business idea, a name in mind and even your first customer. But then comes the question — what should you register, which business structure should you choose, and what documents will you need? The good news is that many business-related processes are now available online. So, you don't always need to spend your whole day dealing with paperwork. First, choose the right business structure Know how you want to run your business before you apply for registration. A person working alone might consider a proprietorship, while two or more people might look at a partnership or LLP. If you are planning for bigger growth investment, you can think of a private limited company. Startup India says that different structures have different levels of liability, compliance and suitability for business needs. So don’t just copy the structure someone else is using. What works for them may not wo...