Section 3(j), Essentially biological processes and human intervention
The Madras High Court considered whether human intervention in a plant breeding method excluded it from section 3(j) of the Patents Act. The case was remanded to the…
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Century Ply’s claims of Trademark infringement do not fly, rules court
The Delhi Tis Hazari Court rejected Century Ply’s trademark infringement claims against Balaji Ply, citing lack of direct evidence and reliance on hearsay. The court dismissed the suit…
Delhi High Court issues injunctions for fraudulently using IP Law Firm’s Trademark and Partner’s Name
The Delhi High Court has issued an interim injunction against unidentified defendants for fraudulently using an IP law firm’s trademark and partner’s name. The court’s order addresses trademark…
Videos, Merchandise, and Image Infringement of the TV Show ‘Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah’ Injuncted
The Delhi High Court issued an injunction protecting the intellectual property of Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah against unauthorized use in videos, merchandise, and images. The order mandates…
“Be mindful when exercising quasi judicial power, cryptic orders unacceptable” says Bombay High Court
The Bombay High Court ruled that cryptic and uncommunicated orders by the Registrar of Trade Marks violate procedural fairness. The court mandated a fresh review of the trademark…
Wrong Documents Served, Abandonment of Opposition Set Aside
The Delhi High Court reversed the abandonment of a trademark opposition after it was found the Registrar had served incorrect documents. The order restores the original proceedings, emphasizing…
Prakash Pipes prevails over later trademark for ‘Prakash’
The Madras High Court cancelled a later identical trademark registration, upholding Prakash Pipes' prior rights and extensive use. The Court found the later registration was malicious and reinforced…
Himalayan Organics Crumbles Before the Trademark Mountain of Himalaya
The Delhi High Court granted an interim injunction to Himalaya in its trademark dispute with Vlado Sky over the "HIMALAYAN ORGANICS" mark. The order cited probable consumer confusion…
Unauthorized Use of Songs in ‘Bachelor Party’ Movie Restrained
The Delhi High Court granted MRT Music interim protection against unauthorized song use in the Bachelor Party film, citing copyright infringement. The order mandates removal of the infringing…
Unreasoned Post Grant Opposition Decision Set Aside by the Calcutta High Court
The Calcutta High Court set aside a post grant opposition decision in a patent dispute for inadequate reasoning and lack of independent analysis. The matter has been remanded…