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.
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No more ‘Social’izing for Social chai
The Delhi High Court has restrained Social Chai from using the “SOCIAL” mark, finding trademark infringement and a likelihood of consumer confusion. The dispute highlights the importance of trademark protection in the restaurant industry.
Read more about No more ‘Social’izing for Social chaiGoogle’s Patent appeal dismissed, fine of 1 Lakh imposed
The Delhi High Court dismissed Google’s appeal against the rejection of its patent application, finding no inventive step over prior art. A fine of Rs.1 lakh was also imposed on Google for incorrect disclosure regarding its European patent application.
Read more about Google’s Patent appeal dismissed, fine of 1 Lakh imposedThe Delhi High Court directs the Examiner to advertise the ‘Bharat’ mark after examining all the objections.
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.
Read more about The Delhi High Court directs the Examiner to advertise the ‘Bharat’ mark after examining all the objections.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.
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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.
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