The Madras High Court set aside the refusal of an opposed piston engine patent, citing insufficient analysis of inventive features. The case underscores the need for detailed examination of claim amendments and inventive step in Indian patent proceedings.
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Patent on Portable Vehicle Management System goes offtrack
The Delhi High Court upheld the refusal of a patent application for a portable vehicle management system, citing lack of inventive step over prior art. This case highlights the application of key Indian patent law principles on non-obviousness and inventive step, particularly regarding mosaicing and hindsight bias.
Read more about Patent on Portable Vehicle Management System goes offtrackWhose mark got the ‘X’ Factor? Relaxo Footwear vs XS Brands
The Delhi High Court dismissed Relaxo Footwear’s claim over the ‘X’ device mark against XS Brands, highlighting the significance of coexistence and lack of confusion in trademark disputes. The post discusses the Court’s structured analysis of both parties’ arguments and the broader implications for mark distinctiveness.
Read more about Whose mark got the ‘X’ Factor? Relaxo Footwear vs XS BrandsMarc Salon’s Design Makes the Cut: Court Grants Injunction
The Delhi High Court has upheld an injunction protecting Marc Salon’s salon furniture designs against GM Sales, recognising their originality and market reputation. The Court found strong evidence of passing off and copyright infringement, confirming Marc Salon’s entitlement to legal protection.
Read more about Marc Salon’s Design Makes the Cut: Court Grants Injunction‘Controller under an obligation to inform inventor’ says Madras High Court
The Madras High Court stressed that patent Controllers are obliged to provide detailed reasoning for refusals, enabling inventors to understand the grounds for rejection. The Court set aside two refusal orders and ordered fresh consideration, reinforcing the importance of transparency and due process in Indian patent law.
Read more about ‘Controller under an obligation to inform inventor’ says Madras High CourtWe cannot stop Yakshini, says the Delhi High Court
The Delhi High Court rejected Pocket FM’s application for an interim injunction against the release of Novi Digital’s Yakshini series. The court found no prima facie copyright infringement and allowed the series to proceed.
Read more about We cannot stop Yakshini, says the Delhi High CourtMRF’s Trademark Muscle Secures Victory in Dispute Against Powermax
The Madras High Court granted MRF a permanent injunction and nominal damages against Powermax for trademark and copyright infringement. The judgment underscores the legal significance of safeguarding established trademarks in India.
Read more about MRF’s Trademark Muscle Secures Victory in Dispute Against PowermaxCourt Lifts injunction on Tractor-Forklift Design
The Madras High Court lifted an injunction on a tractor-forklift design, finding the design not new or original under Indian law. The case highlights the requirements for design registration and addresses the boundaries of industrial design protection.
Read more about Court Lifts injunction on Tractor-Forklift DesignAnother Dis’connected’ order by the registry, set aside by the Court
The Calcutta High Court set aside a trademark refusal for Electronica India due to lack of reasoning and significant procedural lapses, instructing the registry to provide a fresh hearing. The order highlights the importance of fair hearing practices in Indian trademark law.
Read more about Another Dis’connected’ order by the registry, set aside by the CourtDelhi High Court Reverses Patent Office Decision: Honeywell’s Amendments Upheld
The Delhi High Court overturned the Patent Office’s refusal of Honeywell’s patent amendments, holding that the changes were within the scope of the original claims. This ruling affirms the importance of fair and thorough examination of patent applications under Indian law.
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