The Delhi High Court remitted the ‘Bharat’ trademark application to the Examiner for reconsideration, focusing on unresolved Section 11(1) objections. The Court clarified that the application must be advertised, preserving the statutory right of third parties to object before registration.
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3 Roses, Brooke Bond, Tiche, and Ahuja Trademark Cases
This post analyses recent Indian trademark cases involving 3 Roses, Brooke Bond, Tiche, and Ahuja. It discusses counterfeiting, damages, and wrongful registration issues, providing insights for trademark owners and distributors.
Read more about 3 Roses, Brooke Bond, Tiche, and Ahuja Trademark CasesR Indira Devi has no Copyrights over Guntur Sushendra Sharma’s “My Country My People”, says the Telangana High Court.
The Telangana High Court confirmed that R Indira Devi has no copyrights over Guntur Sushendra Sharma’s works, upholding the rights of Sharma’s son. The ruling provides important guidance on copyright assignments and succession under Indian law.
Read more about R Indira Devi has no Copyrights over Guntur Sushendra Sharma’s “My Country My People”, says the Telangana High Court.Restaurants and Well Known Trademarks: The Case of Bukhara
The Delhi High Court declared Bukhara a well-known trademark in India, recognising its longstanding reputation and unique identity. The case highlights the legal standards for well-known trademarks in the Indian restaurant industry.
Read more about Restaurants and Well Known Trademarks: The Case of BukharaLatest Indian Copyright Cases – 2021 – Part 3
This article offers an objective analysis of major Indian copyright cases from 2021, focusing on infringement, trade secrets, and damages. The summaries provide structured insights into legal reasoning and outcomes.
Read more about Latest Indian Copyright Cases – 2021 – Part 3Public Use Exemption for Patentability
This post analyses the public use exemption for patentability through two contrasting US Supreme Court decisions. It highlights how factual circumstances and the presence of experimental use shape the outcomes in patent law.
Read more about Public Use Exemption for PatentabilityZippo Manufacturing Company v. Anil Moolchandani & Ors. , High Court of Delhi
The Delhi High Court ruled in favour of Zippo Manufacturing, granting a permanent injunction against the sale of counterfeit lighters infringing its trademark. The Court recognized the distinctiveness of Zippo’s lighter design and awarded damages to the plaintiff.
Read more about Zippo Manufacturing Company v. Anil Moolchandani & Ors. , High Court of DelhiWho Owns the Castle?
The Delhi High Court addressed a trademark passing off dispute over the CASTLE mark in the beer industry. The court granted an injunction to the plaintiffs, preventing the defendants from using the marks CASTLE and OLDCASTLE, emphasising the importance of protection against misrepresentation.
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This post examines the landmark decision affirming the descendibility of Elvis Presley’s right of publicity. It highlights how the court recognised the estate’s authority to control and exploit his name and image posthumously.
Read more about Elvis Presley International Memorial Foundation v. Crowell – Right of Publicity is DescendibleTemporary Injunction: Mariappan Vs. A.R. Safiullah
This post analyses the Mariappan vs AR Safiullah case on temporary injunctions in Indian patent disputes. The court scrutinised inventive step and the requirements for interim relief, ultimately denying the injunction due to lack of prima facie validity.
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