Cease and desist notice to Snapdeal
Nalli issued a cease and desist notice to Snapdeal for alleged unauthorised use of its trademark and images. The incident highlights ongoing legal debates concerning the liability of…
Trademarks
832 articles
Peps Industries Vs. Shakti Mattresses & Gears
The Delhi High Court granted an interim injunction to Peps Industries, restraining Shakti Mattresses from using the SPINE GUARD trademark. This case highlights trademark protection in India's mattress…
Zara Trademark Dispute: Delhi High Court Protects Luxury Brand
This post discusses the Delhi High Court's ruling in the Zara trademark dispute, focusing on trademark protection and the legal reasoning behind the decision. The analysis highlights the…
Is There a Trademark in a Name? The VIT University Case
This post explores whether a name can serve as a trademark in India, focusing on legal battles involving educational institutions. Analysing the VIT case, it discusses trademark infringement,…
Trademark Case Review: PEPS Industries v. Coir Foam
The Delhi High Court granted an interim injunction to Peps Industries, restraining Coirfoam India from using marks similar to ‘Spring Guard’. The case underscores critical principles of trademark…
The Chocolate Wars – Wrangle between Nestle & Cadbury on KitKat Shape TM
The legal tussle between Nestle and Cadbury over the KitKat shape trademark underscores the significance of product identity in the chocolate industry. This post explores the history, court…
Phonetic Justice for Trademark
The article discusses the legal importance of phonetic similarity in trademark disputes, focusing on decisions from both the European Union and Indian courts. It examines statutory provisions and…
Case Review: Hypnos Ltd. v. PEPS Industries Pvt. Ltd. & Ors
The IPAB’s decision in Hypnos Ltd. v. PEPS Industries addresses the requirements for proving trans-border reputation and well-known status in Indian trademark disputes. The Board’s approach highlights the…
PEPS victorious in Trademark Battle against UK bed manufacturer
Peps successfully defended its ‘HYPNOS’ trademark against a UK manufacturer’s rectification suit, with the Appellate Board recognising its established Indian reputation. This case highlights the significance of diligent…
Role of Intellectual Property in Promoting Creativity
This article critically analyses whether intellectual property laws truly foster creativity, focusing on inventor motivations and patent incentives in India. It discusses empirical findings and contrasts financial rewards…