The Karnataka High Court in the Bizotico case addressed the balance between employee rights and business confidentiality following allegations of misuse of trade secrets and defamation. The court granted injunctions to protect confidential information but dismissed the defamation claim due to lack of evidence.
Read more about Karnataka HC Balances Employee Rights and Business Confidentiality in Bizotico CaseOnly Officers having Quasi Judicial Authority Can Pass Trademark Orders, says the Calcutta High Court
The Calcutta High Court has ruled that only officers with quasi judicial authority may issue binding trademark orders under the Trade Marks Act. Orders passed by unauthorized officials were declared void, setting a significant precedent for the administration of trademark opposition proceedings in India.
Read more about Only Officers having Quasi Judicial Authority Can Pass Trademark Orders, says the Calcutta High CourtThou shall not ‘STEEL’ a trademark, says court
The Madras High Court has ruled in favour of Prakash Ferrous Industries, granting them an injunction over the TIRUMALA trademark for TMT steel bars. The judgment reinforces the importance of prior use and documentary proof in Indian trademark law.
Read more about Thou shall not ‘STEEL’ a trademark, says courtComputer Programs with Technical Effect such as enhancing speed and efficiency are patentable, reiterates the Delhi High Court
The Delhi High Court has confirmed that computer programs with demonstrable technical effect, such as improving speed or efficiency, may be patentable under Indian law. This decision aligns Indian patent jurisprudence with international standards and clarifies the scope of Section 3(k).
Read more about Computer Programs with Technical Effect such as enhancing speed and efficiency are patentable, reiterates the Delhi High CourtRebanta Healthcare gets hurt in fight over the mark “REBAHEAL”
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.
Read more about DISPOWAY Trademark Disposal Set Aside: Hearing Notice Not ReceivedIndian Patent and Design Statistics 2024 (August 9th to 16th)
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.
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