Trademark removal only after notice, and Fly Hi/Timespro Injunctions

This post discusses key Indian trademark cases on removal and injunctions, with courts emphasising notice requirements for removal and granting injunctions against Fly Hi and Timespro infringers. The analysis highlights recent judicial trends in trademark protection.

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Prosecution History Estoppel applies to trademark cases, confirms the Bombay High Court.

The Bombay High Court has ruled that prosecution history estoppel extends to trademark cases, impacting a party’s rights based on prior representations. Full disclosure of all prosecution material is required in trademark litigation for fair adjudication.

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Court refuses injunction against Bhanushali’s “Main Atal Hoon”

The Bombay High Court declined to grant an interim injunction against Main Atal Hoon, finding that the film’s content was based on public domain events and thus not subject to copyright infringement. The decision also denied specific performance, citing the impracticality of court supervision in such matters.

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Music Licensing Business By PPL & Novex is Valid Though They Are Not Copyright Societies

The Bombay High Court held that PPL and Novex may validly license sound recordings even though they are not registered copyright societies. Section 33 does not restrict copyright owners or their assignees from granting licenses for sound recordings under Indian law.

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Insightful Analysis of Recent Indian Trademark Court Decisions – Part 7

This analysis reviews recent Indian trademark court decisions, highlighting the Bombay and Delhi High Courts’ approaches to distinctiveness and registration. The post provides objective insights into the courts’ reasoning and their impact on trademark law in India.

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Trademarks in the Courtroom: Noteworthy Decisions from India Part – 6

This post reviews landmark Indian High Court decisions affecting trademark law, especially on issues of distinctiveness and proper examination. The analysis demonstrates how judicial scrutiny strengthens trademark protection and the intellectual property regime in India.

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Bombay High Court Grants Dynamic Injunction in Copyright Infringement Suit against Instagram Account Holders

The Bombay High Court has issued a dynamic injunction in a copyright infringement suit involving unauthorized sharing of Scam 1992 clips on Instagram. The court’s ruling marks a significant development for intellectual property enforcement in India.

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