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Delhi HC rules in Favour of Louis Vuitton in Trademark Dispute

The Delhi High Court has granted interim relief to Louis Vuitton by restraining a Ludhiana firm from using its registered trademarks on counterfeit products. The order marks a significant development in Indian trademark enforcement and underscores the importance of protecting luxury brands.

Celebrating the International Yoga day, the Patent way.

This post explores innovative yoga patents and their role in modern teaching methods, particularly for children. It connects the celebration of International Yoga Day with the legal and inventive aspects of yoga education.

Intellectual Property : Sipping on IP

Sipping on IP is a BananaIP Counsels initiative encouraging open discussions on intellectual property law in India. The post reviews key topics covered during recent sessions, including copyright, trademarks, and notable legal cases.

Not a ‘Cule’ decision: FC Barcelona Loses Trademark Fight to Kule

The EU General Court sided with Kule over FC Barcelona in a dispute regarding the ‘Cule’ trademark. The decision highlights the need for credible, market-specific evidence of trademark use within the European Union.

Sun Pharma’s big win against Cadila healthcare

The Madras High Court has granted Sun Pharma a permanent injunction against Cadila Healthcare over the VENIZ trademark, citing likelihood of confusion and infringement. The Court also ordered damages and profit accounting, underscoring the importance of trademark protection in the pharmaceutical sector.

Patent Amendment Rules 2016 – Courting Controversy and Confusion

The Patent Amendment Rules 2016 sparked both appreciation and confusion among stakeholders in Indian patent law. This post analyses the controversies and practical challenges arising from the new rules, urging applicants to proceed with care.

The Curious Case of Turmeric Latte

Turmeric latte, rooted in India’s haldi doodh, has gained international acclaim but faces issues of bio-piracy and inadequate legal protection. The article analyses India’s efforts to defend traditional knowledge and calls for stronger laws and benefit sharing mechanisms at the global level.

Sony’s use of Emoji: A possible legal dispute

Sony faces a potential trademark and copyright dispute with emoji creator Marco Husges over its animated film The Emoji. The case raises significant questions about the trademarkability of descriptive terms and the boundaries of intellectual property rights in merchandising and film.

Disney and Dalian Engage in Comic Wars

The blog discusses Disney’s legal dispute with Wanda Group over the unauthorized use of comic characters in a Chinese theme park. It highlights key aspects of copyright and trademark protection, as well as the application of international conventions to such disputes.

‘Coca Cola’ Tastes the Feeling of ‘Zero’

Coca-Cola has secured US trademark registration for “zero” after a prolonged legal battle, but without exclusive rights over the term. The decision highlights the complexities of trademark law concerning generic terms in the beverage industry.