In a recent decision, the Supreme Court in Cryogas Equipment Private Limited v. Inox India Limited affirmed the Gujarat High Court’s decision rejecting an application...
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Delhi High Court Protects Hindware’s Trademark and Design Rights
The Delhi High Court has issued interim injunctions in favour of Hindware, restraining alleged trademark and design infringement by B.S. Tiles & Ors. The case highlights the court’s approach to safeguarding intellectual property in the sanitaryware sector.
Read more about Delhi High Court Protects Hindware’s Trademark and Design Rights2024 IP Report Indicates Increase in Patent and Design Filings with India Among Key Contributors
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 first time, highlighting increased local innovation and engagement.
Read more about 2024 IP Report Indicates Increase in Patent and Design Filings with India Among Key ContributorsDesign infringing water purifiers taken down from Flipkart
The Delhi High Court has issued an interim injunction in favour of Kent RO Systems, restraining the sale of design infringing water purifiers on Flipkart. The order protects Kent’s registered design and addresses issues of passing off and market confusion.
Read more about Design infringing water purifiers taken down from FlipkartCourt 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 DesignPidilite Contains Astral from infringing its Container Design
The Bombay High Court has restrained Astral from infringing Pidilite’s registered container design, finding substantial similarity and upholding the design’s novelty and distinctiveness. The judgment clarifies key aspects of visual appeal and prior publication in Indian design law.
Read more about Pidilite Contains Astral from infringing its Container DesignIndian Patent and Design Statistics 2024 (February 2nd to 9th)
This report reviews Indian patent and design statistics for February 2nd to 9th, 2024, detailing trends in applications, grants, and regional distributions. It offers factual analysis for IP professionals, compiled by BananaIP’s legal experts.
Read more about Indian Patent and Design Statistics 2024 (February 2nd to 9th)Generative AI (GenAI), Business and Intellectual Property
This post analyses the challenges and opportunities in protecting and enforcing intellectual property for generative AI inventions. Dr. Kalyan C. Kankanala offers structured guidance on leveraging IP for AI startups within the current legal context.
Read more about Generative AI (GenAI), Business and Intellectual PropertyIndian Design Statistics Report – 2023
The Indian Design Statistics Report 2023 presents a comprehensive overview of design registration growth in India over the past five years. The findings reveal a consistent upward trend, underscoring increased innovation and aesthetic design filings.
Read more about Indian Design Statistics Report – 2023Recent IP Case Insights – Trademark and Copyright Trends
This article presents a concise analysis of recent IP case law from the Delhi High Court, focusing on trademark and copyright trends. The summaries clarify complex legal issues and illustrate practical implications for professionals and enthusiasts in the field.
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