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Same MAXO, New Spy: When a Mosquito Repellent Became a Camera and Trade Mark Law Stepped In

In the case of Jyothy Labs Limited vs Gautam Kumar, the court examined whether embedding spy cameras inside MAXO mosquito repellent machines and selling them online could be justified as resale, or whether such conduct crossed into trade mark infringement, trade dress misuse, and passing off.

No Music License, No New Year Party: Why Hotels Must Tune In Legally

In the case of The Indian Performing Right Society Limited vs Chocolate Hotels Private Limited, the petitioner alleged that Chocolate Hotels planned a New Year’s Eve celebration on 31st December 2025 featuring live music and DJ performances without acquiring the necessary music license. Despite multiple notices, the hotel remained unresponsive. The court, finding a strong prima facie case, passed an interim injunction prohibiting the unlicensed use of copyrighted music.

Copied Tractor Parts, Not the Drawings? That’s Not Infringement

Can you infringe copyright without ever seeing the original work? In a case about tractor parts and engineering drawings, the Madras High Court answered no. It ruled that producing similar tractor components without accessing or copying the original technical drawings does not violate copyright—even if the final parts match in size or shape.

Madras HC Awards ₹20 Lakhs Compensation in Amma Memorial Digital Project Dispute

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The Madras High Court resolved the Amma Memorial Digital Project dispute by awarding reasonable compensation for partial software development and concept creation. The judgement clarified copyright ownership, absence of profit-sharing rights, and the basis for determining damages in software-related project collaborations.

Copyright Ownership in Insolvency: How IP Rights Acquired Through Compromise Prevail Over Legal Heirs

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The Madras High Court confirmed that copyright ownership in insolvency acquired through a court approved compromise takes precedence over claims by legal heirs. The plaintiff was granted a permanent injunction, accounting of profits, and costs, while compensatory damages were denied due to insufficient evidence

Court Orders Destruction of Counterfeit Tommy Hilfiger Goods

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The Delhi court granted a permanent injunction against the sale of counterfeit Tommy Hilfiger goods, ordering destruction of seized products. The decision highlights the application of trademark law in protecting brand owners from infringement and counterfeit activities in India.

Court Grants ex-parte Order in Favor of Designer Gaurav Gupta

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The Delhi High Court granted a permanent injunction and damages to Gaurav Gupta after finding willful trademark, copyright, and design infringement by the defendant. The judgment reinforces the legal remedies available to fashion designers in India for protecting their intellectual property rights.

Delhi High Court Grants Permanent Injunction in LAHORI ZEERA Trademark Infringement Case

Delhi HC restrains Balaji Foods from using the LAHOR ZEERA mark, upholding Archian Foods’ IP rights over LAHORI ZEERA’s trademark, label, and design.

Court Orders 10 Lakhs In Damages For Board Game Copyright Infringement

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The Delhi District Court awarded 10 lakhs in damages to the creator of ShabdKoshish for copyright infringement by the board game Aksharit. This judgment reinforces the significance of originality and the legal remedies available for copyright holders in India.

Delay in Copyright Lawsuit Costs Plaintiff Urgent Relief and Mediation Exemption

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In the case of Inreco Entertainment Pvt. Ltd. v. Nav Records Pvt. Ltd., the Calcutta High Court held that a copyright suit filed without genuine urgency could not bypass pre-institution mediation under Section 12A of the Commercial Courts Act. The Court revoked the exemption and dismissed the suit.