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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Passing Off Suit: ‘LUX’ Trademark Protected by Calcutta High Court
The Calcutta High Court protected the ‘LUX’ trademark in a passing off suit, granting a permanent injunction against the Defendant. This case underscores the significance of prior use and goodwill in trademark disputes.
Read more about Passing Off Suit: ‘LUX’ Trademark Protected by Calcutta High CourtCourt Bans infringers from infringing “RAY-BAN”
The Delhi Court restrained Iswar Opticals and others from using marks deceptively similar to Ray-Ban, upholding Luxottica’s trademark rights. The judgment underscores the legal framework protecting famous marks against counterfeiting and passing off in India.
Read more about Court Bans infringers from infringing “RAY-BAN”Rebanta Healthcare gets hurt in fight over the mark “REBAHEAL”
The Delhi High Court has issued an interim order restraining Rebanta Healthcare from using the REBAHEAL mark following a trademark infringement suit by Dr. Reddy’s. The court found the marks identical, raising concerns of public confusion and health risks.
Read more about Rebanta Healthcare gets hurt in fight over the mark “REBAHEAL”Jumbo Tramples Haathi Trademark Registration
The Calcutta High Court set aside the Registrar’s decision in a trademark dispute involving similar elephant marks for tea products. The court held that the respondent’s mark was deceptively similar to Girnar’s well-known “JUMBO” mark and allowed Girnar’s appeal.
Read more about Jumbo Tramples Haathi Trademark RegistrationMarc Salon’s Design Makes the Cut: Court Grants Injunction
The Delhi High Court has upheld an injunction protecting Marc Salon’s salon furniture designs against GM Sales, recognising their originality and market reputation. The Court found strong evidence of passing off and copyright infringement, confirming Marc Salon’s entitlement to legal protection.
Read more about Marc Salon’s Design Makes the Cut: Court Grants InjunctionAnother Dis’connected’ order by the registry, set aside by the Court
The Calcutta High Court set aside a trademark refusal for Electronica India due to lack of reasoning and significant procedural lapses, instructing the registry to provide a fresh hearing. The order highlights the importance of fair hearing practices in Indian trademark law.
Read more about Another Dis’connected’ order by the registry, set aside by the CourtCrocs croaks out its clone! Court Cancels ‘Crocksclub’ trademark
The Delhi High Court has ordered the removal of the CROCKSCLUB trademark after finding it deceptively similar to the registered CROCS mark. The judgment highlights the need for distinctiveness and ongoing use in Indian trademark law.
Read more about Crocs croaks out its clone! Court Cancels ‘Crocksclub’ trademarkLet’s see who gets the ‘Zee’! Prem Biyani vs Zee Entertainment
The Madras High Court remanded a trademark dispute involving Prem Biyani and Zee Entertainment, focusing on class distinctions and the status of well-known marks. The judgment highlights the need for careful, statutory evaluation of trademark applications across different classes.
Read more about Let’s see who gets the ‘Zee’! Prem Biyani vs Zee EntertainmentPremier Injunction for the Premier League : Viacom18 knocks out IPL Pirates with Dynamic+ Injunction
The Delhi High Court granted Viacom18 a dynamic+ injunction to proactively block rogue websites infringing IPL media rights. This order strengthens copyright protection by enabling real-time enforcement against illegal streaming during live events.
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