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The Madras High Court affirmed the validity of Malladi Drugs’ patent for chiral beta-amino alcohols, highlighting the invention’s novelty and inventive step. The judgment clarifies key principles on…
The Madras High Court cancelled the STAR trademark held by S Star Trading Co., recognising the Petitioner’s prior use and distinctiveness. The Court found the Respondent’s adoption of…
L’Oreal secured a permanent injunction from the Delhi Commercial Court against the import of counterfeit cosmetics bearing its trademarks. The decision underscores the role of strong intellectual property…
The Madras High Court overturned a patent rejection due to improper citation of withdrawn prior art, directing a fresh examination. The case highlights the necessity for strict compliance…
The Madras High Court reversed the refusal of the FACT trademark for air and water purification products, noting clear sectoral distinctions from existing marks. The decision underscores the…
The 2024 WIPO IP report shows that patent and design filings have risen globally, with India emerging as a major contributor. Indian resident patent filings surpassed non-residents for…
The Delhi High Court issued a permanent injunction in favour of Tata Sons against trademark and trade dress infringement involving TATA COPPER+ WATER. The defendant, a first-time infringer,…
The Delhi High Court has issued an interim injunction in favour of Gameskraft, restricting infringing online gaming websites from using the RummyCulture and Gameskraft marks. The order addresses…
The Sankalp Constructions vs Shankalp Associates judgment addresses trademark infringement and passing off allegations in the real estate industry. The Court dismissed the suit, emphasising the need for…
The Delhi District Court has awarded Nike a permanent injunction and exemplary damages in a trademark infringement suit involving the misuse of its well-known marks. This case highlights…
The Madras High Court upheld the coexistence of ARUN and VARUN trademarks, citing lack of evidence of confusion and acquired distinctiveness. The petition for cancellation of the VARUN…
The Calcutta High Court clarified that resale of lawfully acquired TMT bars does not infringe trademark rights if the goods are unaltered and obtained from authorized distributors. This…