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Use of mark “NOVYA” for selling ‘Ghee’ amounts to passing off and infringement of the mark “NOVA”

The Delhi High Court ruled that selling ghee under the mark NOVYA constitutes passing off and infringement of the registered NOVA trademark. The Court’s decision imposed a permanent injunction and penalty on the Defendant for contempt, highlighting the importance of trademark protection in the dairy sector.

Delhi High Court issues injunction against Software Piracy

The Delhi High Court granted an interim injunction restraining unauthorised use of Bentley Systems’ software, addressing copyright infringement claims. The order underscores the protection of international software copyrights in India and the legal approach to software piracy.

Objections regarding insufficiency of disclosure in patent applications must be clear and unambiguous

The Delhi High Court has reiterated that objections on insufficiency of disclosure in patent applications must be clear and precise. Procedural lapses by the Indian patent office can undermine the fairness of the patent examination process.

Courts Weigh on Inordinate Delay in Patent Orders and Scope of Claim Amendments

The Delhi and Madras High Courts recently set aside patent refusal orders, addressing inordinate delays and the scope of permissible claim amendments. These judgments clarify key patent law principles and reinforce procedural fairness in India.

Court orders Meesho to display Seller Information and comply with Ecommerce Rules

The Delhi High Court has ordered Meesho to display full seller information and comply with ecommerce regulations following a copyright dispute. This decision highlights the responsibility of e-commerce platforms to protect intellectual property and ensure transparency for consumers.

Trademark refusal without notice and ‘40’ suffix similarity

Two recent Delhi High Court rulings clarify the consequences of unserved opposition notices and the assessment of trademark similarity based on numeric suffixes. The post analyses both decisions and discusses the procedural challenges in Indian trademark law.

Trademark removal only after notice, and Fly Hi/Timespro Injunctions

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 analysis highlights recent judicial trends in trademark protection.

Interesting Trademark Cases involving ‘Biriyani King’, ‘MI Sumeet’, and ‘Toofan’ Marks

This post examines recent trademark cases from the Delhi, Calcutta, and Madras High Courts, focusing on injunctions and rectification. The analysis underlines the significance of registration and consistent trademark use for legal protection in India.

Patanjali for Education, Kenley for Water Bottles, and Head Racer Trade Dress enforcement

This post provides an analytical overview of recent Delhi High Court decisions on trademark and trade dress enforcement. Notable cases include disputes involving Patanjali, Kinley, and Head Racer, reflecting current legal trends in India.

Oracle’s proprietary word ‘Java’ cannot be used in the domain name and the company name, says the Delhi High Court

The Delhi High Court has restrained the use of ‘Java’ in domain and company names, citing trademark infringement of Oracle’s rights. The court clarified the scope of permissible use and addressed misleading references to Oracle Certification.