Similarity Overdose : Glaxo’s trade dress vs Qpharm’s trade dress

The Delhi High Court granted an injunction against Qpharm for using deceptively similar packaging and trade dress to Glaxo’s products. This case illustrates the enforcement of trade dress rights and legal remedies available for trademark infringement and passing off in the Indian pharmaceutical industry.

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Tusk of War : Girnar’s Jumbo Overpowers North-Western’s Haathi

The Calcutta High Court quashed a Registrar’s order granting North-Western a trademark with an elephant device, favouring Girnar’s prior rights. The judgment clarifies the assessment of prominent features and evidence in trademark disputes within the tea industry.

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Madras HC on Phonetic Similarity: Little Einsteins vs. Little Einsteinz

The Madras High Court examined the issue of phonetic similarity in a trademark dispute involving ‘LITTLE EINSTEINS’ and ‘LITTLE EINSTEINZ’. It held that the Respondent’s mark was deceptively similar, leading to rectification of the Trade Marks Register.

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Heifer’s Bullish Trademark Strategy Prevails: Court Grants Permanent Injunction

The Delhi High Court granted a permanent injunction to Heifer Project International over unauthorized use of its trademarks by Heifer Project India Trust. The Court’s decision highlights the significance of valid trademark registration and enforcement in India’s non-profit sector.

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Whose 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.

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Announcement: Patent and Trademark Agent Examinations 2025 by Indian IP Office

The Indian IP Office has scheduled the Patent and Trademark Agent Examinations for January 2025. This announcement details eligibility, exam format, and inclusivity measures, inviting aspiring professionals including persons with disabilities to apply.

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