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Snapdeal Succeeds in Blocking 50 Infringing Websites, Apple Opposes a Pear Shaped Logo, and more

The post examines notable trademark and intellectual property updates, including Snapdeal’s success in blocking infringing websites and Apple’s opposition to a pear-shaped logo. It also covers significant cases and industry collaborations in the IP sector.

Delhi High Court Prohibits the Use of ‘DEVTOL’, Black Lives Matter & I Can’t Breathe Trademarks Filed and more

The Delhi High Court has prohibited the use of the ‘DEVTOL’ mark, finding it infringing on ‘DETTOL’. Notable trademark news includes filings for Black Lives Matter, Victoria Beckham’s dispute resolution, and GI status for Kovilpatti Kadalai Mittai.

Bombay HC Restrains Andaman Xtasea from Using ‘Big Boss’ Trademark, Mozambique Joins the Banjul Protocol and more

Bombay High Court has restrained Andaman Xtasea from using the Big Boss trademark in a recent interim order. The bulletin also covers Mozambique joining the Banjul Protocol, key brand licensing news, domain disputes, GI tag developments, and IP office deadline extensions in India.

GI Tag to Manipur Black Rice, Crosley Radio Renews License with Beatles and more

This update provides an analysis of recent legal developments, including the GI tag for Manipur black rice, trademark and domain disputes, and brand licensing agreements. The content presents objective insights on case outcomes and registration updates in the intellectual property domain.

Dream11 Defends its Mark Against Slavish Copying, Blackberry Producer Loses Domain Dispute and more

This bulletin discusses key trademark, domain dispute, and IP law developments in India and abroad. It includes Dream11’s legal victory, GI updates, and recent brand licensing news with an objective legal analysis.

Apple Files Trademark for its Covid-19 App, MakeMyTrip Defends its Trademark and more

The post analyses significant trademark updates, including MakeMyTrip’s injunction, Apple’s Covid-19 app trademark, and domain dispute decisions. It also addresses GI developments and operational changes at Indian IP offices during the lockdown.

BMW Wins over DMW E-Rickshaw, Coca-Cola Fights Domain Dispute and more

The post provides an analysis of significant trademark and domain name disputes, such as BMW’s case against DMW and Coca-Cola’s domain name complaint. It also reviews brand licensing developments and a new GI application, with objective legal insights.

Trademark Battle for Social Distancing, Tripura Jackfruit Loses GI Battle and more

This bulletin reviews major trademark and GI updates, including Starbucks’ Frappuccino injunction and the Tripura Jackfruit GI rejection. It also covers recent domain name disputes, new brand licensing collaborations, and franchising events.

Extension Granted by IP Office, Trademark Opposition Hearings Cancelled, and more

This post analyses recent trademark opposition hearing cancellations, extensions by the IP Office, and notable brand and GI developments. It offers legal updates relevant to trademark owners and practitioners in India.

“Parachute” Goes After YouTuber for Disparagement, Cyprus Re-registers its ‘Halloumi’ Cheese Mark in the UK, ‘Co-Lab’ Launched By GQ India and Raymond, Italy’s Art Museum Uffizzi Galleries Claims its Domains, Assamese Gamocha Filed For GI and more

The post covers trademark and intellectual property updates from India and abroad, including key legal actions and brand developments. Highlights include Parachute’s injunction against a YouTuber, Halloumi’s UK mark re-registration, and the GI application for Assamese Gamocha.