The Delhi High Court has ruled in favour of Diageo’s “Captain Morgan” trademark, rejecting the registration of “Captain Blue” due to deceptive similarity and absence of bona fide use. The decision reinforces the importance of prior use and consumer recognition in trademark law.
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Trademark Opposition Fails Without Territorial Use Evidence
The Madras High Court dismissed an appeal by Raghuvar (India) Limited against the registration of the ‘JAI HANUMAN’ trademark, underscoring the importance of territorial use evidence in opposition cases. Despite claiming prior use, the appellant failed to show usage in South India, leading to the Court affirming the Registry’s decision.
Read more about Trademark Opposition Fails Without Territorial Use EvidenceDecades of Himalaya’s Goodwill Shield PILEX Trademark from Deceptive Use

The Calcutta High Court’s Intellectual Property Rights Division upheld Himalaya’s trademark “PILEX”, citing decades of goodwill and market presence. With the defendants ceasing use and offering an unconditional undertaking, the Court ordered relief and reinforced the legal significance of brand protection in pharmaceuticals.
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Wipro achieved a legal victory in Bangalore District Court against trademark infringement. The Court granted a permanent injunction to protect Wipro’s brand from fraudulent online schemes.
Read more about Wipro Secures Court Victory Against Trademark InfringementNumerical Trademarks and Their Registrability: A Review of the 2929 Case

The Delhi High Court has recently allowed the registration of the numerical mark ‘2929’ for cosmetic products. The Court stated that numerals can function as any other trademarks if they are distinctive. In the case, the Court overturned the decision of the Registrar of Trademarks that rejected the 2929 mark on the ground that numeral marks are not distinctive and therefore, cannot be registered.
Read more about Numerical Trademarks and Their Registrability: A Review of the 2929 CaseBananaIP Counsels Invites Applications for the Position of Trademark Associate
BananaIP Counsels in Bangalore is hiring a Trademark Associate. The role involves managing trademark matters and supporting strategic services. Apply now if you meet the eligibility criteria.
Read more about BananaIP Counsels Invites Applications for the Position of Trademark AssociateManash Lifestyle’s “FACES” Trademark Secured in Court
Delhi High Court upholds FACES trademark, orders to remove deceptive ‘FACES BY SHABINA KUNDIAL’ mark registered under Class 44.
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Delhi High Court declares “PETER ENGLAND” a well-known trademark, citing strong brand presence and trademark infringement by the defendants.
Read more about PETER ENGLAND joins India’s list of Well-Known TrademarksIndian IP Office Rolls Out Utility for Patent, Design, Trademark, Copyright & GI Statistics
The Indian IP Office has launched an online IP Statistics Dashboard offering real-time data on filings and registrations across IP types. Users can explore patent, trademark, copyright, design, and GI trends with interactive tools. Though provisional, the tool centralizes valuable insights into India’s IP landscape.
Read more about Indian IP Office Rolls Out Utility for Patent, Design, Trademark, Copyright & GI StatisticsTrademark Application Refusal Overturned in Mocemsa Case
Introduction In a recent decision, the Delhi High Court ruled in favor of M/S. Mocemsa Care ("Mocemsa") in its appeal against the trademark application refusal...
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