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Delhi HC rules in Favour of Louis Vuitton in Trademark Dispute

The Delhi High Court has granted interim relief to Louis Vuitton by restraining a Ludhiana firm from using its registered trademarks on counterfeit products. The order marks a significant development in Indian trademark enforcement and underscores the importance of protecting luxury brands.

India protests against The European Union Trademark Reforms

India has protested the European Union’s recent trademark reforms, highlighting concerns over potential seizures of legal pharmaceutical shipments in transit. The issue has been raised at the WTO, with India stressing possible TRIPS Agreement violations and adverse impacts on its generic medicine exports.

Not a ‘Cule’ decision: FC Barcelona Loses Trademark Fight to Kule

The EU General Court sided with Kule over FC Barcelona in a dispute regarding the ‘Cule’ trademark. The decision highlights the need for credible, market-specific evidence of trademark use within the European Union.

Sun Pharma’s big win against Cadila healthcare

The Madras High Court has granted Sun Pharma a permanent injunction against Cadila Healthcare over the VENIZ trademark, citing likelihood of confusion and infringement. The Court also ordered damages and profit accounting, underscoring the importance of trademark protection in the pharmaceutical sector.

Sony’s use of Emoji: A possible legal dispute

Sony faces a potential trademark and copyright dispute with emoji creator Marco Husges over its animated film The Emoji. The case raises significant questions about the trademarkability of descriptive terms and the boundaries of intellectual property rights in merchandising and film.

Disney and Dalian Engage in Comic Wars

The blog discusses Disney’s legal dispute with Wanda Group over the unauthorized use of comic characters in a Chinese theme park. It highlights key aspects of copyright and trademark protection, as well as the application of international conventions to such disputes.

‘Coca Cola’ Tastes the Feeling of ‘Zero’

Coca-Cola has secured US trademark registration for “zero” after a prolonged legal battle, but without exclusive rights over the term. The decision highlights the complexities of trademark law concerning generic terms in the beverage industry.

National IPR Policy: Trademark Related Objectives

The National IPR Policy 2016 sets clear objectives for trademark administration and enforcement in India. It aims to improve efficiency, promote brand equity, and strengthen protection mechanisms for rights holders. The policy’s measures reflect a commitment to advancing the intellectual property system.

NIPR Policy – Action points on Geographical Indications, Trademarks and Designs

This post examines the National IPR Policy of India, focusing on its directives regarding Geographical Indications, Trademarks, and Designs. It highlights the policy’s initiatives to promote IP awareness, streamline registration, and enhance administrative efficiency.

EU Trademark law threatens Indian Generic Export Market

The EU’s revised trademark law empowers customs to seize in-transit goods, raising serious concerns for Indian generic pharmaceutical exports. This development challenges established principles of territorial trademark enforcement and threatens global access to affordable medicines.