Latest Trademark Cases in 2021 – Part 7
This post presents a structured analysis of landmark trademark cases decided in India during 2021. It covers judicial approaches to prior use, deceptive similarity, and interim injunctions, offering…
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Latest Trademark Cases in 2021 – Part 3
This post examines key Indian trademark cases from 2021, analysing court reasoning and outcomes in infringement and injunction matters. It provides concise legal summaries in a clear and…
Latest Trademark Cases in 2021 – Part 2
This post summarises notable Indian trademark cases from 2021, focusing on court decisions about injunctions and infringement. It provides an analytical overview of judicial reasoning in recent trademark…
Latest Trademark Cases – 2021 | Part 1
This post summarises the latest Indian trademark cases decided in 2021 by key courts. It covers injunctions, infringement claims, and protection of well known marks, offering a clear…
Tribunals Reforms Ordinance 2021 and amendments to the Trade Marks Act, 1999
The Tribunals Reforms Ordinance 2021 has resulted in the abolition of the Appellate Board under the Trade Marks Act, 1999 and transferred its powers to the High Courts…
ISKCON Declared as a Well-Known Trademark, Booking.com isn’t Generic, Held by US Supreme Court, and more
The bulletin covers ISKCON’s recognition as a well-known trademark, the US Supreme Court’s decision on Booking.com, and notable brand licensing and GI updates. Legal developments are presented with…
6255 Trademark Applications Filed this Week
This post analyses weekly Indian trademark statistics, recording a sharp decline in published applications and increases in show cause disposals and registrations. The data is compiled from official…
Puma Shoos Away a Trademark Infringer, New “Apple Watch Studio” Trademark for Customizable Watches, and more
This bulletin examines trademark infringement and brand licensing cases, including Puma's court victory and Apple's new trademark application. It also highlights recent franchising and domain name dispute updates…
Summary of Indian Trademark Cases of 2019
This post summarises major Indian trademark cases of 2019, focusing on judicial reasoning in infringement and brand protection disputes. It analyses significant legal developments across sectors, reflecting the…
Part I: Descriptive Marks – Can They be Protected?
This post discusses the eligibility of descriptive marks for trademark protection under Indian law. It explores statutory requirements and outlines the broader legal context, setting the stage for…