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Decades of Himalaya’s Goodwill Shield PILEX Trademark from Deceptive Use

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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.

Wipro Secures Court Victory Against Trademark Infringement

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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.

Numerical Trademarks and Their Registrability: A Review of the 2929 Case

A stylized illustration of a black steam locomotive pulling four red cargo wagons. Each wagon is labeled with a large white number: 555, 501, 91, and 2929, respectively, from front to back. The train and its wagons symbolize the addition of "2929" numerical trademark to the existing numerical trademarks registered with the Trademark office.

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.

BananaIP Counsels Invites Applications for the Position of Trademark Associate

BananaIP 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.

Manash Lifestyle’s “FACES” Trademark Secured in Court

Makeup items with text about Delhi HC removing 'FACES BY SHABINA KUNDIAL' trademark.

Delhi High Court upholds FACES trademark, orders to remove deceptive ‘FACES BY SHABINA KUNDIAL’ mark registered under Class 44.

PETER ENGLAND joins India’s list of Well-Known Trademarks

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Delhi High Court declares “PETER ENGLAND” a well-known trademark, citing strong brand presence and trademark infringement by the defendants.

Indian IP Office Rolls Out Utility for Patent, Design, Trademark, Copyright & GI Statistics

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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.

Trademark Application Refusal Overturned in Mocemsa Case

Naturally Distinct Mocemsa Wins Appeal Against Trademark Application Refusal

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...

Non Use of Trademark Leads to Cancellation: Delhi High Court favors Zepto

Non-Use of Trademark Leads to Cancellation: Delhi HC Favors Zepto

The Delhi High Court, in an ex-parte decision, ordered the removal of the ‘ZEPTO’ trademark registered by Mohammad Arshad in Class 35, upholding Kiranakart’s claim of non-use. The judgment affirms that trademarks must be actively used to retain validity under Section 47 of the Trade Marks Act.

ITC’s injunction against Arpita Agro upheld

The Delhi High Court upheld ITC’s injunction against Arpita Agro, restraining the company from using the trademark ‘POWRNYM.’ The Court ruled that the mark was deceptively similar to ITC’s ‘NIMYLE’ and ‘JOR-POWR,’ violating trademark rights. The judgment emphasized that contractual obligations and trade dress similarities must be strictly adhered to in trademark disputes.