The Delhi High Court has issued an interim order restraining Rebanta Healthcare from using the REBAHEAL mark following a trademark infringement suit by Dr. Reddy’s. The court found the marks identical, raising concerns of public confusion and health risks.
Read more about Rebanta Healthcare gets hurt in fight over the mark “REBAHEAL”Court Orders Former Employee to Pay Rs. 1 Lakh for Early Resignation
The Delhi court held a former employee liable for Rs. 1 lakh after breaching a training agreement by resigning early. The court denied the injunction against misuse of confidential information due to lack of concrete proof, and did not award interest on the sum claimed.
Read more about Court Orders Former Employee to Pay Rs. 1 Lakh for Early ResignationDISPOWAY Trademark Disposal Set Aside: Hearing Notice Not Received
The Delhi High Court set aside the refusal of the DISPOWAY trademark application due to non-receipt of the hearing notice. The case has been remanded for a fresh hearing and correction of the application’s status.
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This report details Indian patent and design statistics for August 9th to 16th, 2024, with city-wise analysis of publications, grants, and examinations. Yearly trends and insights into patent and design activities are provided, offering a clear overview for IP professionals and stakeholders.
Read more about Indian Patent and Design Statistics 2024 (August 9th to 16th)Delhi High Court Prioritizes Cases Involving Persons with Disabilities
The Delhi High Court has issued a circular on 24.07.2024, mandating that litigants and advocates dealing with disability cases inform the Joint Registrar/Deputy Registrar for priority listing. This initiative aims to ensure that such cases are disposed of swiftly and efficiently.
Read more about Delhi High Court Prioritizes Cases Involving Persons with DisabilitiesA doped order on method of doping, court clarifies
The Madras High Court upheld the Patent Office’s refusal of IIT Madras’s patent application for a method of doping potassium into ammonium perchlorate. The judgment clarifies the application of Section 3d and inventive step requirements in Indian patent law.
Read more about A doped order on method of doping, court clarifiesJumbo Tramples Haathi Trademark Registration
The Calcutta High Court set aside the Registrar’s decision in a trademark dispute involving similar elephant marks for tea products. The court held that the respondent’s mark was deceptively similar to Girnar’s well-known “JUMBO” mark and allowed Girnar’s appeal.
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The Madras High Court set aside the patent refusal order against Green Cross, highlighting errors in the assessment of inventive step and technical disclosure. The case has been remanded for fresh examination within four months, with directions to provide a hearing to Green Cross.
Read more about Green Cross Crosses court’s bridge to win appealIndian Patent and Design Statistics 2024 (August 2nd to 9th)
This weekly report presents patent and design statistics in India for August 2nd to 9th, 2024, including city-wise publication, examination, and grant figures. The analysis is based on official data and offers insights into current trends.
Read more about Indian Patent and Design Statistics 2024 (August 2nd to 9th)Indian IP Office Orders Re-evaluation of Trademark Applications
The Indian IP Office has initiated a re-evaluation of trademark applications handled by QCI-appointed officers. This two-tier review seeks legal compliance and swift resolution, with designated officers and IT support ensuring accountability and efficiency.
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