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The post summarises major trademark news from India, including statistical trends, the GI tag for Palani Panchamirtham, and a notable infringement case involving Durian Industries. It also covers…
This edition highlights significant trademark infringement cases, GI tag achievements, and brand licensing deals in India and abroad. Key stories include the Idhayam oil trademark battle, PayPal’s legal…
This post analyses how US trademark law treats descriptive marks, addressing their registration requirements and the concept of secondary meaning. It also covers the significance of the Principal…
The Delhi High Court decided there was no trademark infringement or passing off in the 8pm case between Radico Khaitan and Carlsberg. The court found clear differences between…
The Madras High Court reiterated that generic terms in trademarks cannot be monopolized and must be assessed as part of the whole mark. The Court set aside the…
This edition details Indian trademark statistics, Exxon Mobil’s legal win, Brazil’s entry to the Madrid Protocol, and Odisha Rasagola’s GI tag. It also offers updates on brand licensing…
The Delhi High Court declined Colgate's request for an interim injunction against Pepsodent's comparative advertisements. The Court analysed trademark, advertising, and competition law, clarifying the legal boundaries of…
The post explores well-known trademarks and the different forms of trademark dilution under Indian and international law. It discusses statutory definitions, key criteria, and legal distinctions relevant to…
Section 9(3) sets out absolute grounds for refusal of trademark registration concerning the shape of goods in India. This post analyses the legal barriers to registering shapes as…
This article examines the trademark protection of film titles in India, highlighting legal requirements and judicial precedents. It addresses the significance of secondary meaning and the impact of…