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Himalaya Trademark Infringement: Delhi HC Grants Injunction

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The Delhi High Court granted an interim injunction to Himalaya Wellness, restraining Greenland Trading from using deceptively similar marks for ayurvedic products. The Court found a clear risk of consumer confusion and dilution of the well-known HIMALAYA trademark.

BADAL Trademark Rectification and Assignment Fraud

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The Delhi High Court rejected a rectification petition challenging the assignment of the BADAL trademark on grounds of alleged fraud. The Court held that the Petitioner did not submit sufficient evidence to prove fraud or invalidate the registration, upholding the mark’s validity.

Indian Patent & Design Statistics Report – 2025

BananaIP’s Indian Patent and Design Statistics Report 2024 highlights a 60% increase in patent publications, a 15% drop in grants, and reduced examination rates. Delhi and Chennai emerge as top contributors to filings, showcasing trends in India’s evolving IP landscape.

Indian Patent and Design Statistics 2024 (December 13th to 20th)

This weekly report analyses Indian patent and design statistics for December 13th to 20th, 2024, highlighting key data trends and city-wise breakdowns. It offers insights into patent publications, grants, examinations, and industrial design registrations, compiled by BananaIP’s expert team.

Court directs cancellation of “STAR” Trademark for lack of honest and concurrent use

The Madras High Court cancelled the STAR trademark held by S Star Trading Co., recognising the Petitioner’s prior use and distinctiveness. The Court found the Respondent’s adoption of the mark dishonest and likely to cause confusion, directing cancellation for lack of honest and concurrent use.

Good Karma prevails for Upakarma yet again, court affirms injunction against Trademark infringement

The Delhi High Court affirmed an interim injunction against Rasayanam for using packaging deceptively similar to Upakarma’s registered trademark for Shilajit. The Court reiterated that overall trade dress similarity can lead to consumer confusion, justifying continued restraint at the interim stage.

Century Ply’s claims of Trademark infringement do not fly, rules court

The Delhi Tis Hazari Court rejected Century Ply’s trademark infringement claims against Balaji Ply, citing lack of direct evidence and reliance on hearsay. The court dismissed the suit and awarded costs to the defendant after finding the plaintiff unable to prove its allegations.

Indian Patent and Design Statistics 2024 (July 19th to July 26th)

This weekly report presents a structured review of Indian patent and design statistics for July 19th to July 26th, 2024, with insights into publication and grant trends. City-specific data and annual summaries provide a clear perspective on the current intellectual property landscape in India.

Indian Patent and Design Statistics 2024 (July 12th to July 19th)

This post reviews Indian patent and design statistics for the week of July 12th to July 19th, 2024, with detailed figures on publications, examinations, and grants. It includes city-wise data and annual trends, offering a clear perspective on recent developments in Indian intellectual property filings.

Indian Patent and Design Statistics 2024 (June 28th to July 5th)

This report provides an analytical summary of Indian patent and design statistics for the week ending July 5th, 2024. It includes comprehensive data on publications, grants, examinations, and design registrations, with city-wise breakdowns and yearly overviews.