Can God’s Name be Monopolized? ‘No’ Says the Court
The Delhi High Court found that KRISHNA, as a deity’s name commonly linked to dairy products, cannot be monopolized as a trademark. The judgment highlighted the absence of…
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‘Darjeeling’ is Not Owned by Tea Board
The Calcutta High Court ruled that Geographical Indication registration for Darjeeling Tea does not give the Tea Board exclusive rights over the term Darjeeling in other contexts. This…
Kindle eBooks, FDI eCommerce Policy and Amazon Marketplace – Non-compliance Continues Contd.
This article analyses Amazon’s Kindle eBook business model in India and its compliance with FDI eCommerce policy. It highlights issues of exclusivity, preferential treatment, and vendor equality on…
Autodesk, Inc. & Another v. Mr. Prashant Deshmukh & Others
The case examines legal consequences of software copyright and trademark infringement in India, focusing on Autodesk and Microsoft’s claims against M & S Consultancy. The court’s decision reinforces…
Solid 21 Inc in Legal Battle, Kamala Harris Trademark, Bonjour Collaborates with Hush Puppies and Other News
This post provides Indian trademark statistics, highlights major legal developments like the Whatman and Solid 21 Inc cases, and covers new brand collaborations and GI filings. It also…
Trademark Registration: Prima Facie Evidence of Validity?
The Delhi High Court has held that trademark registration does not automatically serve as prima facie evidence of validity. This decision, particularly impacting descriptive marks, invites scrutiny of…
Preventing Real Online Threats to Economic Creativity and Theft of Intellectual Property Act of 2011
The PROTECT IP Act of 2011 seeks to enhance US legal action against online intellectual property infringement and domain-related offences. While broadening enforcement scope, the Act has faced…
Doctrine of unclean hands- Now a defense in trademark infringement!
The Bombay High Court has introduced the doctrine of unclean hands as a defense in trademark infringement matters. If the plaintiff’s mark imitates another, relief may be denied.…
Amul Sends Legal Notice to Google, 20th Century Fox in a Legal Battle, Japan Patent Office Bans Era Trademark and Other News
The post covers significant trademark news, including Amul’s notice to Google and international legal updates. It provides structured insights into Indian trademark statistics and recent legal developments in…
Ahmedabad Shopping Festival Trademark Row, Walt Disney and Reliance Retail Merchandise Collaboration, India’s First GI Store in Goa and Other News
The Ahmedabad Shopping Festival trademark dispute has been resolved through mutual understanding, while Reliance Retail collaborates with Walt Disney for branded merchandise. India’s first GI store opens in…