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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.

DISPOWAY 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.

Indian 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.

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.

A 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.

Jumbo 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.

Green Cross Crosses court’s bridge to win appeal

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.

Indian 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.

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.

Evaluating Trademark Infringement: Holistic View and Goods Differentiation to Determine Likelihood of Confusion

The Gujarat High Court clarified that trademark infringement requires a holistic comparison of marks and their respective goods or services. The court found no likelihood of confusion between Unisn and Unison, highlighting the need to consider all circumstances and the anti-dissection rule in such cases.