Win for KVIC: WIPO bars Delhi-based firm from illegally using brand name 'Khadi'
The KVIC is a statutory corporation under the Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises and is the original owner of the 'Khadi India' brand. The Administrative Panel of WIPO's Arbitration and Mediation Center has ruled that the firm "Om Soft Solutions", owned by one Harsh Gaba, had registered and used the domain name www.urbankhadi.com in "bad faith" and to gain benefit from the goodwill of Khadi.
Khadi Village Industries Corporation launches khadi footwear
Speaking at the launch, MSME Minister Nitin Gadkari said, "Global footwear industry is valued at Rs 1.45 lakh crore. KVIC will generate immense demand for khadi footwear with its range of products."
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