The Bombay High Court examined the requirements for passing off a descriptive trademark in Pidilite Industries vs Vilas Nemichand Jain. The Court held that plaintiffs must prove both prior use and secondary meaning, dismissing the claim for lack of sufficient evidence.
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Sholay Media Entertainment Pvt. Ltd. & Ors. v. Parag Sanghavi & Ors.
This case analyses the Delhi High Court’s decision on copyright and trademark infringement of the film Sholay by the makers of Ram Gopal Verma Ki Aag. The judgment clarifies ownership, passing off, and moral rights issues in Indian film law.
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The Delhi High Court granted an interim injunction to Peps Industries, restraining Shakti Mattresses from using the SPINE GUARD trademark. This case highlights trademark protection in India’s mattress industry.
Read more about Peps Industries Vs. Shakti Mattresses & GearsIs There a Trademark in a Name?
This post explores whether a name can serve as a trademark in India, focusing on legal battles involving educational institutions. Analysing the VIT case, it discusses trademark infringement, passing off, and the significance of well known marks in Indian law.
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