The Delhi High Court has ruled in favour of Lacoste, granting a permanent injunction against Crocodile International for trademark infringement in India. The analysis covers prior use, territoriality, and the evidentiary standards in trademark disputes.
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Volvo drives home a victory in Trademark ‘Volvo Pump’ dispute
The Delhi High Court has restrained Grasp Engineering from using the VOLVO trademark for pumps, recognising VOLVO as a well-known mark in India. This case highlights the importance of trademark protection and the legal remedies available to established brands.
Read more about Volvo drives home a victory in Trademark ‘Volvo Pump’ disputeVIVO sticks strong against VIVO adhesives, rewarded with well-known trademark status in India
The Delhi High Court declared VIVO a well-known trademark in India after finding infringement and passing off by an adhesive manufacturer. The Court issued a permanent injunction and set out legal criteria for determining well-known status and trademark protection under Indian law.
Read more about VIVO sticks strong against VIVO adhesives, rewarded with well-known trademark status in IndiaThou shall not ‘STEEL’ a trademark, says court
The Madras High Court has ruled in favour of Prakash Ferrous Industries, granting them an injunction over the TIRUMALA trademark for TMT steel bars. The judgment reinforces the importance of prior use and documentary proof in Indian trademark law.
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The Bombay High Court granted Novartis an injunction against Novarish Healthcare for trademark infringement and passing off. The court found the marks deceptively similar and protected Novartis’s established rights under Indian IP law.
Read more about Novartis says No to NovarishMadras HC on Phonetic Similarity: Little Einsteins vs. Little Einsteinz
The Madras High Court examined the issue of phonetic similarity in a trademark dispute involving ‘LITTLE EINSTEINS’ and ‘LITTLE EINSTEINZ’. It held that the Respondent’s mark was deceptively similar, leading to rectification of the Trade Marks Register.
Read more about Madras HC on Phonetic Similarity: Little Einsteins vs. Little EinsteinzKarnataka High Court to form IP Division: Sub-Committee notified
The Karnataka High Court has announced steps to establish an IP Division by forming a dedicated sub-committee to draft relevant rules. This notification brings Karnataka in line with other major High Courts in India, though no timeline for rule submission has been provided.
Read more about Karnataka High Court to form IP Division: Sub-Committee notifiedThe Court refuses to remove names of Trademark Officers from the order
The Delhi High Court refused to remove trademark officers’ names from an order regarding delayed opposition filings. The judgment emphasises the need for transparency and adherence to limitation periods in trademark matters.
Read more about The Court refuses to remove names of Trademark Officers from the orderThe changing dynamics of Infringement, Stay of Suit and damages in Trademark Cases
This post discusses recent High Court decisions on trademark infringement, stay of suit, and damages in India. It offers an objective analysis of key legal principles and practical implications for trademark litigation.
Read more about The changing dynamics of Infringement, Stay of Suit and damages in Trademark CasesInjunction against use of Kalyan and Kalyan Jewellers Trademarks
The Madras High Court granted an injunction against the use of Kalyan and Kalyan Jewellers trademarks, addressing a domain name dispute involving kalyanjewellers.com. The judgment reinforces protection for trademark owners in India.
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