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Trademarks

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Trademark backlog to be finally reduced?

The Commerce and Industry Minister has outlined steps to reduce the trademark backlog in India, including hiring more examiners and strengthening online filing. Recent improvements and legal measures…

Intellepedia · 3 Aug 2016

Patanjali mired in controversy once again

Emami filed a legal case against Patanjali for alleged infringement of its Kesh King trademark and design. The Calcutta High Court issued an interim restraint before the parties…

Intellepedia · 21 Jul 2016

Toyota Wins the ‘Prius’ Trademark Dispute

The Delhi High Court ruled in favour of Toyota in the long-standing Prius trademark dispute. The judgment found the defendants’ use of the mark dishonest and detrimental to…

Intellepedia · 13 Jul 2016

Weekly IP News

This Weekly IP News reviews major copyright and trademark developments, including the Kriti versus Bob controversy, a John Doe order for Sultan, and McDonald’s EU trademark dispute. The…

Intellepedia · 11 Jul 2016

McDonald’s Wins EU ‘MacCoffee’ Trademark Dispute

The EU General Court ruled in favour of McDonald's, preventing Future Enterprises from registering 'MacCoffee' as an EU trademark. The court found a likelihood of consumer confusion and…

Intellepedia · 6 Jul 2016