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This analysis examines the Draft Trademark Rules 2015, discussing improvements in registration procedures and areas needing further clarity. The post highlights both the benefits and possible drawbacks of…
Likelihood of Confusion stands out as a leading IP blog, offering insightful analysis on trademark and copyright law. Authored by Ron Coleman, the blog’s unique perspectives make it…
The Supreme Court of India has ruled that religious names like Ramayan cannot be trademarked for commercial products, citing public interest and the Trade Marks Act. This post…
This presentation was delivered by Dr. Kalyan C. Kankanala to PGP-Enterprise Management students at IIM-Bangalore, as a part of their Business Law curriculum. The presentation entitles Intellectual property…
The Bombay High Court examined the requirements for passing off a descriptive trademark in Pidilite Industries vs Vilas Nemichand Jain. The Court held that plaintiffs must prove both…
The Bombay High Court held that using 'Indian Express' in a different script amounts to trademark infringement, protecting the mark’s well-known status. The judgment clarifies the interplay between…
The Draft Trademark (Amendment) Rules, 2015 propose major changes to Indian trademark law, including increased filing fees and fewer application forms. While the streamlined process is welcome, expanded…
The Rosetta Stone v. Google case explores trademark infringement in the context of Google AdWords and e-commerce platforms. The legal proceedings underscore how courts assess consumer confusion and…
The Royal Enfield v. ebay.in case addresses trademark infringement on ecommerce platforms in India. The Delhi High Court issued an interim injunction, reinforcing the rights of trademark owners…
This article analyses Multi Time Machine, Inc. v. Amazon, a case addressing trademark infringement claims arising from keyword advertising on online platforms. The discussion focuses on the likelihood…