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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…
This post examines the importance of trademark search and classification in the Indian registration process. It discusses how the Nice Classification is used and highlights the legal considerations…
The post provides an analytical overview of transborder reputation for trademarks in India, discussing legal requirements and court approaches. It highlights the evidentiary standards foreign entities must meet…
This post analyses whether flavour marks can be registered as trademarks under Indian and international law. It objectively examines legal hurdles and recent case law, providing a structured,…
This post discusses whether domain names, emails, or private communication can constitute valid proof of trademark use. It reviews relevant legal guidelines and highlights exceptions where such evidence…
This post discusses the types of evidence required to establish a trademark as well known in India. It analyses the value of registration certificates, sales turnover, invoices, and…
The article explores how excessive success of a trademark can lead to its genericization, undermining its legal protection. It analyses Indian and international legal frameworks and provides notable…