The Madras High Court ruled that the licensing of the ROYALCHEF trademark does not restrict the licensor’s rights. In a dispute between Quality Chef Agro Foods and ADF Trading, the Court analyzed trademark ownership, assignment, and licensing agreements. It concluded that the plaintiffs, as licensees, had no exclusive right to the mark and could not prevent the licensor from exporting goods under the same brand.
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Design infringing water purifiers taken down from Flipkart
The Delhi High Court has issued an interim injunction in favour of Kent RO Systems, restraining the sale of design infringing water purifiers on Flipkart. The order protects Kent’s registered design and addresses issues of passing off and market confusion.
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The Delhi High Court issued an injunction protecting the intellectual property of Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah against unauthorized use in videos, merchandise, and images. The order mandates prompt removal of infringing content and highlights the necessity of safeguarding brand reputation.
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The Madras High Court granted an injunction against the use of Kalyan and Kalyan Jewellers trademarks, addressing a domain name dispute involving kalyanjewellers.com. The judgment reinforces protection for trademark owners in India.
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The post analyses the legal dispute over Tirupathi Laddu’s Geographical Indication status, focusing on the intersection of law, religion, and public interest. It discusses the legal process, arguments raised, and implications for Indian IP law and community rights.
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The Calcutta High Court ruled that Geographical Indication registration for Darjeeling Tea does not give the Tea Board exclusive rights over the term Darjeeling in other contexts. This post examines the legal reasoning and its implications for intellectual property rights in India.
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Lucasfilm has initiated legal action against Lightsaber Academy and Jedi Schools for alleged trademark infringement related to the Star Wars brand and Jedi Order logo. The dispute underscores the significance of intellectual property rights in protecting iconic franchises.
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This post explores the trademark litigation between Citigroup and AT&T concerning the use of THANKYOU. It highlights the legal arguments, counterclaims, and eventual resolution, while referencing comparable intellectual property disputes.
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The Bombay High Court dismissed a copyright infringement suit against Mohenjo Daro, finding no substantial similarity with the plaintiff’s work. The judgement reinforced the need for clear evidence in film plagiarism claims.
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Louis Vuitton succeeded in a trademark infringement case against a South Korean restaurant with a similar name and logo. The court’s decision under Korean law underscores the significance of protecting well-known brands. This case highlights key legal principles in trademark and unfair competition law.
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