The Delhi Court restrained Iswar Opticals and others from using marks deceptively similar to Ray-Ban, upholding Luxottica’s trademark rights. The judgment underscores the legal framework protecting famous marks against counterfeiting and passing off in India.
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The Delhi District Court granted a permanent injunction to Samsung against sellers of counterfeit headsets for trademark infringement and passing off. The judgment underscores the legal remedies available for brand protection in India.
Read more about Fake Headsets? Not on Samsung’s Watch: Court Issues Permanent InjunctionCourt Directs Meta to Take Down Deepfake Videos of NSE CEO in Urgent Ruling
The Bombay High Court directed Meta and other intermediaries to promptly take down deepfake videos of the NSE CEO, citing obligations under IT Rules 2021. The court’s ruling highlights intermediary liability and the need to protect investors from misleading content.
Read more about Court Directs Meta to Take Down Deepfake Videos of NSE CEO in Urgent RulingSection 3(j), Essentially biological processes and human intervention
The Madras High Court considered whether human intervention in a plant breeding method excluded it from section 3(j) of the Patents Act. The case was remanded to the Patent Office, underlining the importance of clear reasoning in patent refusals involving essentially biological processes.
Read more about Section 3(j), Essentially biological processes and human interventionCentury Ply’s claims of Trademark infringement do not fly, rules court
The Delhi Tis Hazari Court rejected Century Ply’s trademark infringement claims against Balaji Ply, citing lack of direct evidence and reliance on hearsay. The court dismissed the suit and awarded costs to the defendant after finding the plaintiff unable to prove its allegations.
Read more about Century Ply’s claims of Trademark infringement do not fly, rules courtDelhi High Court issues injunctions for fraudulently using IP Law Firm’s Trademark and Partner’s Name
The Delhi High Court has issued an interim injunction against unidentified defendants for fraudulently using an IP law firm’s trademark and partner’s name. The court’s order addresses trademark infringement, passing off, and cybercrime, while emphasizing the need for vigilance against such deceptive practices.
Read more about Delhi High Court issues injunctions for fraudulently using IP Law Firm’s Trademark and Partner’s NameVideos, Merchandise, and Image Infringement of the TV Show ‘Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah’ Injuncted
The Delhi High Court issued an injunction protecting the intellectual property of Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah against unauthorized use in videos, merchandise, and images. The order mandates prompt removal of infringing content and highlights the necessity of safeguarding brand reputation.
Read more about Videos, Merchandise, and Image Infringement of the TV Show ‘Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah’ Injuncted“Be mindful when exercising quasi judicial power, cryptic orders unacceptable” says Bombay High Court
The Bombay High Court ruled that cryptic and uncommunicated orders by the Registrar of Trade Marks violate procedural fairness. The court mandated a fresh review of the trademark application, reinforcing the importance of reasoned decisions in quasi judicial processes.
Read more about “Be mindful when exercising quasi judicial power, cryptic orders unacceptable” says Bombay High CourtWrong Documents Served, Abandonment of Opposition Set Aside
The Delhi High Court reversed the abandonment of a trademark opposition after it was found the Registrar had served incorrect documents. The order restores the original proceedings, emphasizing procedural fairness in Indian trademark law.
Read more about Wrong Documents Served, Abandonment of Opposition Set AsidePrakash Pipes prevails over later trademark for ‘Prakash’
The Madras High Court cancelled a later identical trademark registration, upholding Prakash Pipes’ prior rights and extensive use. The Court found the later registration was malicious and reinforced the importance of trademark non-use provisions in India.
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