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The Bombay High Court has restrained Astral from infringing Pidilite’s registered container design, finding substantial similarity and upholding the design’s novelty and distinctiveness. The judgment clarifies key aspects…
The Bombay High Court halted the release of a film using Karan Johar’s name, citing unauthorised exploitation of his celebrity status. The court recognised his personality rights and…
The Bombay High Court restored Indi Pharma’s VOMISET trademark, permitting late renewal due to non-receipt of statutory notice. The order clarifies rights under Section 25(3) of the Trade…
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…
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…
This post examines recent patent and trademark dispute settlements in India, focusing on the legal terms and practical implications. The cases illustrate the advantages of amicable resolution in…
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…
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…
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’…
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…