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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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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 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…