Court directs cancellation of “STAR” Trademark for lack of honest and concurrent use

The Madras High Court, in a dispute involving STAR Plastics and S Star Trading Co., canceled the latter’s trademark under Class 11, citing deceptive similarity and dishonest adoption. The Court upheld STAR Plastics’ prior use and registration rights, directing the Registrar to remove the 1st Respondent’s trademark from the registry.

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Chand-z Vs. Chand-A For Lungis: Chand-A trademark is not infringing as the use is honest and concurrent, says the Madras High Court.

“Chand” textile trademark owner loses infringement case against “Chand-A” lungi brand. Court finds long, honest, concurrent use by defendant since 1952 prevents confusion. Lack of concrete evidence weakens plaintiff’s claim of permissive use. Court outlines principles for proving honest and concurrent trademark use.

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