Telugu Actor Manchu Vishnu gets a John Doe Order to prevent misuse of his Name, voice and Likeness

The Delhi High Court has issued an interim John Doe order in favour of Telugu actor Manchu Vishnu to prevent unauthorised use of his name, voice, and likeness by content creators. This case highlights judicial protection of personality and publicity rights under Indian law.

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SCRUM Alliance’s Rectification Petition  relating to ‘CSM’ Mark Dismissed based on Honest/Concurrent Use

The Madras High Court dismissed Scrum Alliance’s petition for rectification of the CSM trademark, citing insufficient proof of prior use and upholding honest and concurrent use by the respondent. The decision clarifies the application of Section 34 of the Trade Marks Act regarding concurrent rights.

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Delhi High Court Orders Restoration of Patent Lapsed Due to Communication Error of the Patent Office

The Delhi High Court ordered restoration of a lapsed patent after finding that the Patent Office’s communication error led to non-payment of renewal fees. The judgment highlights the responsibility of authorities to ensure proper notification in patent matters.

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Fraudulent Use of ‘Taj’ Hotel Trademark Restrained with  Damages of Rs. 10 Lakhs

The Delhi High Court has restrained the fraudulent use of the ‘TAJ’ hotel trademark and awarded damages to Indian Hotels Company Limited. This case highlights the court’s approach to trademark and copyright infringement in India’s hospitality sector.

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Trademarks and Family Disputes: Without an Agreement in Writing, Trademarks Cannot be Deemed to be Assigned

The Delhi High Court held that without a written agreement, trademarks cannot be assigned in family disputes. The court restored exclusive rights to the registered proprietor, reinforcing the importance of proper legal documentation for trademark transfers in India.

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Subsequent User’s ‘Suguna’ Trademark for Grinders Rectified Despite Proof of Use from 2001

The Madras High Court cancelled the SUGUNA trademark registration for grinders, favouring prior user rights of the petitioners with established goodwill since 1959. The respondent’s claims of honest concurrent use were rejected due to insufficient evidence.

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Copyright Disputes in Partnerships are Arbitrable

The Madras High Court has clarified that copyright disputes arising within partnerships, particularly as matters of misuse of partnership assets, are arbitrable. This case demonstrates the enforceability of arbitration clauses in partnership deeds for resolving such disputes under Indian law.

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Copying of Artistic Architectural Works in Brochure for Advertising Restrained

The Delhi High Court has restrained the use of copyrighted artistic architectural works in a real estate advertising dispute. The court’s interim injunction addresses copyright infringement, passing off, and unfair trade practices, pending further proceedings.

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