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Unauthorized Use of Songs in ‘Bachelor Party’ Movie Restrained

The Delhi High Court granted an interim injunction in favor of MRT Music in a copyright infringement dispute involving unauthorized use of its songs in the Kannada film ‘Bachelor Party.’ The court ordered the defendants to cease using the songs and to deposit ₹20 lakhs as an interim measure, reflecting the license fees for the music. Continue Reading Unauthorized Use of Songs in ‘Bachelor Party’ Movie Restrained

BananaIP Reporter Case Reviews, Copyrights, Intellectual Property September 5, 2024 164Views 3Likes

Unreasoned Post Grant Opposition Decision Set Aside by the Calcutta High Court

In the case of Terex India vs. CDE Asia, the Calcutta High Court remanded the patent dispute for fresh consideration, citing procedural flaws and inadequate reasoning in the original decision. The Court emphasized the need for impartiality and ordered that the case be reviewed by a different officer to ensure a fair outcome. Continue Reading Unreasoned Post Grant Opposition Decision Set Aside by the Calcutta High Court

BananaIP Reporter Case Reviews, Intellectual Property, Patents September 4, 2024 206Views 2Likes

Karnataka HC Balances Employee Rights and Business Confidentiality in Bizotico Case

In the M/s. Bizotico v. Mohammed Sajjad case, the Karnataka High Court issued a nuanced ruling balancing business confidentiality and employee rights. While the court upheld the plaintiff’s concerns about the misuse of sensitive data, it dismissed the defamation claim due to insufficient evidence. The decision underscores the court’s careful approach to protecting both business interests and employee freedoms. Continue Reading Karnataka HC Balances Employee Rights and Business Confidentiality in Bizotico Case

BananaIP Reporter Case Reviews, General, Intellectual Property, Privacy / Data Protection September 3, 2024 135Views 2Likes

Only Officers having Quasi Judicial Authority Can Pass Trademark Orders, says the Calcutta High Court

The Calcutta High Court ruled in favor of Visa International Ltd., quashing orders issued by Associate Managers who lacked the legal authority under the Trade Marks Act, 1999. The court emphasized the necessity of proper authorization for quasi-judicial functions within the Trademark Registry. Continue Reading Only Officers having Quasi Judicial Authority Can Pass Trademark Orders, says the Calcutta High Court

BananaIP Reporter Case Reviews, Intellectual Property, Trademarks September 2, 2024 180Views 1Like

Thou shall not ‘STEEL’ a trademark, says court

The Madras High Court recently ruled in favor of Prakash Ferrous Industries in a trademark dispute over the ‘TIRUMALA’ mark used on TMT steel bars, granting a permanent injunction against Mansarowar Ispat. Continue Reading Thou shall not ‘STEEL’ a trademark, says court

BananaIP Reporter Case Reviews, Intellectual Property, Trademarks August 30, 2024 204Views 2Likes

Computer Programs with Technical Effect such as enhancing speed and efficiency are patentable, reiterates the Delhi High Court

In an appeal decision, the Delhi High Court recently overturned the rejection of two patent applications filed by Ab Initio Technology LLC, concerning data processing methods. These applications, Nos. 6500/DELNP/2011 and 6501/DELNP/2011, were refused by the Assistant Controller of Patents and Designs on the grounds of non-patentability under Section 3(k) of the Patents Act, 1970, as they were deemed to be computer programs per se, and for failing to meet the criteria for divisional applications under Section 16(1). Ab Initio Technology…

BananaIP Reporter Case Reviews, Intellectual Property, Patents August 29, 2024 193Views 1Like

Rebanta Healthcare gets hurt in fight over the mark “REBAHEAL”

In a recent ruling, the Delhi High Court granted interim relief to Dr. Reddy’s Laboratories by restraining Rebanta Healthcare from using the ‘REBAHEAL’ trademark. The court found that the use of the identical mark by Rebanta could lead to confusion and potential health risks, highlighting the importance of protecting trademark rights in the pharmaceutical industry. Continue Reading Rebanta Healthcare gets hurt in fight over the mark “REBAHEAL”

BananaIP Reporter Case Reviews, Intellectual Property, Trademarks August 28, 2024 242Views 3Likes

Court Orders Former Employee to Pay Rs. 1 Lakh for Early Resignation

In a significant ruling, the Delhi Civil Court ordered a former employee to pay Rs. 1 lakh for breaching a two-year training agreement by resigning early. The court, however, denied the injunction on the misuse of confidential information due to insufficient evidence. Continue Reading Court Orders Former Employee to Pay Rs. 1 Lakh for Early Resignation

BananaIP Reporter Case Reviews, General August 27, 2024 161Views 2Likes

DISPOWAY Trademark Disposal Set Aside: Hearing Notice Not Received

The Delhi High Court set aside the refusal order for the ‘DISPOWAY’ trademark after confirming that Disposafe Health And Life Care Limited did not receive the hearing notice. The court remanded the matter to the Registrar of Trademarks, directing the issuance of a fresh notice and restoration of the application. Continue Reading DISPOWAY Trademark Disposal Set Aside: Hearing Notice Not Received

BananaIP Reporter Case Reviews, Intellectual Property, Trademarks August 27, 2024 162Views 2Likes

Indian Patent and Design Statistics 2024 (August 9th to 16th)

33rd issue of the Indian Patent Journal (16th August 2024) features 1,521 patent publications, 429 grants, and 358 registered designs. Continue Reading Indian Patent and Design Statistics 2024 (August 9th to 16th)

BananaIP Reporter Patent & Design Statistics, Patents August 21, 2024 200Views 0Like

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Unauthorized Use of Songs in ‘Bachelor Party’ Movie Restrained

Unreasoned Post Grant Opposition Decision Set Aside by the Calcutta High Court

Karnataka HC Balances Employee Rights and Business Confidentiality in Bizotico Case

Only Officers having Quasi Judicial Authority Can Pass Trademark Orders, says the Calcutta High Court

Thou shall not ‘STEEL’ a trademark, says court

Computer Programs with Technical Effect such as enhancing speed and efficiency are patentable, reiterates the Delhi High Court

Rebanta Healthcare gets hurt in fight over the mark “REBAHEAL”

Court Orders Former Employee to Pay Rs. 1 Lakh for Early Resignation

DISPOWAY Trademark Disposal Set Aside: Hearing Notice Not Received

Indian Patent and Design Statistics 2024 (August 9th to 16th)

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