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CASE BRIEF : Havells India Limited. vs. Panasonic Life Solutions India Pvt. Ltd. & Anr.

The Delhi High Court granted an interim injunction in favour of Havells India against Panasonic, restraining the use of allegedly infringing fan designs. The case discusses key legal principles surrounding design infringement and passing off in the Indian context.

CASE BRIEF : Mody Pumps Inc. & Ors. v. Sovereign Pumping Solutions Pvt. Ltd. & Ors.

This case brief discusses the Bombay High Court’s analysis of copyright infringement in the context of engineering drawings. It highlights the distinction between artistic work under copyright law and industrial design under the Designs Act, leading to an interim injunction in favour of the plaintiff.

CASE BRIEF : Amazon Seller Services Pvt. Ltd. & Anr. vs Amazonbuys.in & Ors.

The Delhi High Court granted an ex-parte ad interim injunction to Amazon Seller Services, recognising trademark and copyright infringement by the defendants. This decision highlights judicial vigilance in protecting well-known marks and original works in online marketplaces.

CASE BRIEF: Samir Kasal vs Prashant Mehta & Ors.

The Delhi High Court dismissed claims of copyright and confidentiality breach in a dispute over a cricket league format, finding insufficient originality and no enforceable contract. The judgment clarifies legal standards for protecting ideas and confidential information in India.

Case Brief: YRF v Sri Sai Ganesh Productions

The Delhi High Court’s decision in YRF v Sri Sai Ganesh Productions addresses key issues around copyright infringement and originality in cinematograph films. The Court’s findings clarify the boundaries of copyright protection for films in India and reinforce the rights of original film producers.