2 applications named GAHANA
| Application | Class | Applicant | Filed | Advertised | Opposition |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6294127GAHANA | 3Cosmetics and cleaning | Individual applicant (S. K.) | 8 February 2024 | No. 214925 March 2024 | closed25 July 2024 |
| 6294128GAHANA | 35Advertising, business and retail | Individual applicant (S. K.) | 8 February 2024 | No. 214818 March 2024 | closed18 July 2024 |
Goods and services claimed
Class 3: Cosmetics and cleaning · application 6294127
Washing Soap, Washing Powder, Detergent Powder And Cake.
Use claimed since 10/12/2017 · Ahmedabad office · full journal entry
Class 35: Advertising, business and retail · application 6294128
Advertising, business management, business administration, official functions, marketing, wholesale, retail, franchise & promotional services relating to washing soap, washing powder, detergent powder and cake.
Use claimed since 10/12/2017 · Ahmedabad office · full journal entry
Can I use or register "GAHANA"?
For the same or related goods, probably not. In class 3 (cosmetics and cleaning) and class 35 (advertising, business and retail), a new application for an identical or confusingly similar name is likely to be objected to by the Registry under Section 11 of the Trade Marks Act, 1999, or opposed by the earlier applicant. Closely related classes, such as class 5 (pharmaceuticals and health), class 21 (household and kitchenware), class 44 (medical, beauty and agricultural services) and class 9 (electronics and software), carry the same risk.
For unrelated goods, often yes. The same word can be registered by different owners in different classes when the goods are unrelated and the earlier mark is not well known. "GAHANA" appears in 2 classes; the other 43 may still be open, subject to a search.
A small change rarely helps. Adding a word, changing a letter or using a logo does not avoid conflict on its own: marks are compared as a whole, by look, sound and idea.
Similar names in the journal
- AHANAcontains the name · class 31 (Fresh produce and agriculture) · Pan Seeds Private Limited
- Mojestie Gahana logocontains the name · class 14 (Jewellery and watches) · Bonica Products Private Limited
- gahan logocontains the name · class 99 () · Nykaa Fashion Private Limited.
- AHANA GOLDsimilar spelling · class 29 (Meat, dairy and processed food) · Individual applicant (D. G.)
- SAHANA GROUP logosimilar spelling · class 43 (Food services and accommodation) · Individual applicant (S. G. M.)
- GOHANA GOLDsimilar spelling · class 17 (Rubber and insulating materials) · Proprietor of Pankaj Trading Company
- KAHANAsimilar spelling · class 14 (Jewellery and watches) · Individual applicant (S. V.)
- GAHAKAsimilar spelling · class 25 (Clothing, footwear and headwear) · Individual applicant (S. J.)
- BAHANAsimilar spelling · class 30 (Staples, spices and confectionery) · Maharashtra Tea Supply Co.
- Hahana logosimilar spelling · class 30 (Staples, spices and confectionery) · Individual applicant (I.)
- PAHANA logosimilar spelling · class 6 (Metal goods) · Individual applicant (V. M.)
- KURAHANA logosimilar spelling · class 99 () · [International Registration No. : 1889338]
Matched by spelling and containment across every issue since August 2021. Our free report and Brand Watch also check sounds-alike names.
Questions about GAHANA
Is GAHANA a registered trademark?
GAHANA has been applied for and advertised in the Trade Marks Journal (2 applications, latest on 25 March 2024). Advertisement means the Registry accepted the application; it is registered only if no opposition succeeds within four months of the journal date. The journal does not record the later outcome, so check the live register before relying on it.
Who applied for the GAHANA trademark?
The applications were filed by individual applicants. We do not publish individuals' names.
Can I register a trademark similar to GAHANA?
Not for the same or related goods in class 3, class 35: a confusingly similar name is likely to be refused or opposed. For unrelated goods it may be possible after a search. Ask for a free availability report before you file.
What does "advertised" mean? Read trademark status meanings, how long registration takes and how to run a trademark search.
Source and limits. Built from the Trade Marks Journal published by the Registrar of Trade Marks (a public record), issues from August 2021 onwards, as advertised and subject to transcription errors. The journal shows that an application was accepted and advertised; it does not show what happened afterwards (registration, opposition, withdrawal or abandonment), applications not yet advertised, or marks advertised before August 2021, so this is not the live register status. Applicants may ask for a correction or removal by writing to mehak@trademarkindia.pro. Information only, not legal advice and not a solicitation.