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Deciphering India’s Design Law: A Series on Noteworthy Judgments (Part 1)

This post presents an analytical overview of three recent High Court judgments interpreting design law in India. It highlights the courts’ reasoning on infringement and the standards for design validity, providing clarity for intellectual property stakeholders.

Delhi High Court Grants Relief to Louis Vuitton Against Counterfeiters: A Comprehensive Analysis

The Delhi High Court permanently restrained defendants from infringing Louis Vuitton’s trademarks and awarded damages for counterfeiting. This analysis outlines the court’s legal reasoning and its implications for trademark enforcement in India.

OTT Giants File Infringement Suit Against Forty Rogue Websites for Online Piracy

Major OTT platforms, including Universal City Studios and Netflix Studios, have filed a copyright infringement suit in the Delhi High Court against 40 rogue websites for online piracy. The court granted interim relief, restraining the defendants from unauthorized distribution and ordering ISPs to block infringing websites.

Delhi High Court Fines Defendant 2 Lakhs for Infringing Use of “Sadda Pind”

The Delhi High Court has fined a Rajasthan restaurant 2 lakhs for infringing the “Sadda Pind” trademarks of a Punjab-based Cultural Living Museum. The court’s decision highlights the importance of enforcing intellectual property rights and sets a precedent for punitive action against trademark infringement in India.

Delhi HC Orders Institute of Cost Accountants of India to Remove ICAI Acronym

The Delhi High Court has ruled that the Institute of Cost Accountants of India cannot use the ICAI acronym, recognising the trademark rights of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India. This judgment clarifies the legal protections available for registered trademarks in the context of professional bodies.

TTK Prestige Prevails in Its Quest For the Use Of “Prestige”

TTK Prestige succeeded in a trademark infringement case before the Delhi High Court, securing a permanent injunction against unauthorized use of the “Prestige” mark. The judgment highlights the necessity of continuous use and evidence in trademark disputes in India.

Delhi High Court Declares Hermès’ “H” a Well-Known Trademark

The Delhi High Court has declared Hermès’ “H” a well-known trademark in India after considering strong evidence of reputation and global recognition. This follows a ruling in a trademark infringement case under the Trade Marks Act, 1999.

The Battle over “KHAN CHACHA” Trademark

The Delhi High Court’s decision in the Khan Chacha trademark dispute reinforces the legal framework for trademark enforcement in India’s food industry. The order emphasizes the significance of brand protection and the judiciary’s role in curbing infringement.

Case Review: Delhi High Court Upholds Ruling in Global Music Junction Pvt. Ltd vs Annapurna Films Pvt. Ltd., & Ors.

The Delhi High Court examined copyright and contract rights in a dispute between Global Music Junction and Annapurna Films. The judgement clarified the limits of exclusivity and injunctive relief in music industry agreements.

GI Registration for Kashmiri Crafts: Delhi High Court Denies Interim Injunction on ‘Schezwan Chutney’ Trademark

This update examines key trademark law judgments, including the denial of interim injunction for Schezwan Chutney and considerations for GI registration of Kashmiri crafts. The post provides a structured analysis of recent court decisions impacting trademark and geographical indication rights in India.