After securing interim relief in a defamation case involving a viral YouTube video, Isha Foundation awaits further proceedings now adjourned to 9th September 2025. No significant development occurred in the May session, and the interim order continues to apply.
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Court Orders Take Down of Influencer’s Disparaging Videos and Posts about Sugar in Complan
The Delhi High Court granted an interim injunction against social media influencer Prashant Desai, restraining him from publishing disparaging content about Zydus Wellness’ trademark “COMPLAN.” The court found that Desai’s statements about the product’s sugar content were misleading and unsupported by scientific evidence, directing the removal of his videos and posts to prevent further harm to the brand’s reputation.
Read more about Court Orders Take Down of Influencer’s Disparaging Videos and Posts about Sugar in ComplanUnauthorized Use of Songs in ‘Bachelor Party’ Movie Restrained
The Delhi High Court granted an interim injunction in favor of MRT Music in a copyright infringement dispute involving unauthorized use of its songs in the Kannada film ‘Bachelor Party.’ The court ordered the defendants to cease using the songs and to deposit ₹20 lakhs as an interim measure, reflecting the license fees for the music.
Read more about Unauthorized Use of Songs in ‘Bachelor Party’ Movie RestrainedDiabetic Product XigaMet Loses to ZitaMet Under Heightened Pharma Trademark Scrutiny
On June 13, 2024, the Bombay High Court granted Glenmark an interim injunction against Gleck Pharma in a trademark dispute over “ZITA-MET” and “XIGAMET”. The court found that the similarities between the trademarks could confuse consumers, leading to potential health risks, and applied strict standards to prevent such confusion.
Read more about Diabetic Product XigaMet Loses to ZitaMet Under Heightened Pharma Trademark ScrutinyPidilite Contains Astral from infringing its Container Design
On June 13, 2024, the High Court of Bombay granted Pidilite Industries Limited an interim injunction against Astral Limited, protecting its registered container design. The Court found Astral’s design to be deceptively similar and upheld the novelty and distinctiveness of Pidilite’s design.
Read more about Pidilite Contains Astral from infringing its Container DesignLights out for “Everyday” Lighters : Injunction in favour of EVEREADY
The Delhi High Court has restrained KSC Industries from using the mark “Everyday” for lighters, finding it deceptively similar to Eveready’s well-known trademark for batteries and lighting products.
Read more about Lights out for “Everyday” Lighters : Injunction in favour of EVEREADYNo more ‘Social’izing for Social chai
The Delhi High Court has issued an ex-parte ad-interim injunction against a restaurant/café operating under the name of Social Chai. The Court held that the addition of the suffix “CHAI” to “SOCIAL” is insufficient to effectively differentiate the Defendant’s mark from that of the Plaintiff’s, especially due to the identical domain of restaurant services.
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Denial of injunction for ‘Main Atal Hoon’ by Bombay High Court clarifies legal stance on film adaptations of public domain subjects and copyright disputes.
Read more about Court refuses injunction against Bhanushali’s “Main Atal Hoon”Indian Startup Secures Interim Injunction in PIP Patent Dispute with Canva
The Delhi High Court has granted an interim injunction in favor of RxPrism Health Systems, an Indian startup, against Canva, for prima facie infringement of a Picture-in-Picture (PIP) patent. The Court rejected Canva’s arguments of non-infringement and patent invalidity, mandating a deposit of Rs. 50 Lakh and costs of Rs. 5 Lakh.
Read more about Indian Startup Secures Interim Injunction in PIP Patent Dispute with CanvaMonthly Roundup: Key IP Cases reported in March 2023
BananaIP Counsels has been following the recent developments in Trademarks, Patents, Copyrights, and Designs cases. This monthly roundup provides some insight into the developments made in these cases by various High Courts in India. The month of March saw an interesting mix of intellectual property decisions from courts in India. This post brings to you a list of important decisions relating to Trademarks, Copyrights, Patents, Consumer Protection and Accessibility Laws. We hope that this information helps our readers stay informed about Intellectual Property Rights and their enforcement in India.
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