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Summary of Indian Trademark Cases of 2019

This post summarises major Indian trademark cases of 2019, focusing on judicial reasoning in infringement and brand protection disputes. It analyses significant legal developments across sectors, reflecting the courts’ approach to trademark rights enforcement.

‘Acquired Distinctiveness’ of Infosys Trademark

The Delhi High Court recognised acquired distinctiveness in the INFOSYS trademark, restraining the defendant from using the mark in its business name. The case highlights the need for strong trademark protection to safeguard a company’s goodwill and reputation.

LOL Trademark, Nestle Starbucks Global Licensing Deal, Magic Rice GI, and other news

This bulletin reviews key Indian and international trademark developments, including major statistics, recent infringement cases, and high-profile licensing deals. It also covers the GI registration of Assam’s Boka Saul rice and provides a practical trademark registration tip.

Kinley Trade Mark Violation, Apple Inc. Files for Rainbow Trade Mark, Nestle Emoji Variant Chocolates, Odisha Files for GI for Rasagola Variant, and other Weekly Trade Mark News

This week’s review covers notable trade mark news, including Kinley’s legal victory, Apple’s rainbow logo application, and Nestle’s emoji chocolate launch. The update also analyses Odisha’s GI application for its rasagola variant and offers insights into recent trade mark statistics and licensing trends.

Bacardi Trade Mark Battle, Wayanad Robusta, Ayur Trade Mark Infringement and Other News

This bulletin presents a comprehensive analysis of recent trade mark developments in India and abroad, including the Ayur case and Bacardi’s EU trade mark dispute. It also covers GI updates and new licensing partnerships in the legal and intellectual property landscape.

CLOUD TELE Trademark infringement, Nepal Coffee applied for trademark registration, Nellore’s Udayagiri Wooden cutlery obtains GI registration and more

This post examines key trademark infringement cases, international trademark filings, and the GI registration of Udayagiri wooden cutlery. It also covers domain name disputes and notable legal updates, providing objective analysis of current developments.

Trademark News

The Delhi High Court has restrained a competitor from using the Career Launcher trademark following an infringement suit. This update also marks the 50th anniversary of the Amul Girl, reflecting on brand consistency and legal protection in India’s trademark landscape.

Yahoo! Inc wins Trademark Lawsuit against Indian Firm AFPL

The Delhi High Court has granted Yahoo Inc. a permanent injunction against Apricot Foods Pvt. Ltd (AFPL) for trademark infringement. AFPL and its Director were found to have dishonestly used the Yahoo mark, resulting in substantial damages awarded to Yahoo Inc.

Specsavers gets Approval for ‘should’ve’

Specsavers has secured UKIPO approval to trademark ‘should’ve’, strengthening its exclusive use of the term in marketing. The decision highlights current legal debates on trademarking common words and its implications for brand protection.

RIO 2016 and Trademarks

This article analyses the trademark restrictions imposed during the Rio 2016 Olympics, focusing on enforcement by the IOC and USOC. It discusses the implications for businesses, media, and the marketing landscape, considering both current practices and potential future impacts.