Trademark cases relating to Cricket Helmets, Biscuits, Edible Oil, and Tobacco

This post reviews four major trademark cases from Indian courts concerning cricket helmets, biscuits, edible oil, and tobacco. It discusses legal findings on trade dress and wordmark infringement, reflecting recent trends in trademark enforcement.

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Patent Examination and Pre-Grant Opposition are independent processes

The Delhi High Court has confirmed that patent examination and pre-grant opposition are independent processes under Indian law. Pre-grant opponents are entitled to participate only on specific grounds of opposition, not throughout the examination. This distinction ensures a balanced, efficient, and legally compliant patent process.

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Trademark Value: NYKAA, A to Z, Social, and Burger King Trademark Injunctions

This post reviews four Delhi High Court trademark injunction cases involving Nykaa, Social, A to Z, and Burger King. It highlights legal strategies and court reasoning in protecting brand value and enforcing trademark rights in India.

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Our Comments on the Draft IPD Rules of Calcutta High Court

BananaIP Counsels shares detailed comments on the Draft IPD Rules of the Calcutta High Court, focusing on accessibility, service timelines, and translation issues. The suggestions aim to improve procedural fairness and inclusivity in intellectual property litigation before the court.

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Copyrighted Music in Restaurants, Unlicensed Movies, and Storytelling Platforms

This post analyses recent copyright cases in India, covering unlicensed music in restaurants, unauthorized movie broadcasts, and legal boundaries for storytelling platforms. It highlights the necessity of proper licensing and careful risk assessment to avoid copyright liability.

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Indiamart cannot claim Intermediary Status, says Delhi High Court

The Delhi High Court has denied Indiamart intermediary status for failing to prevent trademark infringement of Puma on its platform. The ruling highlights the need for active due diligence by ecommerce intermediaries to avoid direct liability for IP violations.

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Indian Patent and Design Statistics 2023: Insights for December 22 – 29

This weekly report analyses patent and design statistics in India for December 22 to 29, 2023, with data on applications, grants, and city-wise trends. It provides objective insights into the evolving Indian intellectual property landscape.

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Divisional Patent Filing, Patent Claim Amendments, Assessment of Damages, and DUS test for PV Protection

This post reviews significant Indian judgments on divisional patent filings, claim amendments, damages, and plant variety protection. It highlights key legal principles regarding patent and plant variety jurisprudence in India.

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