In a clear endorsement of constitutional protections in the digital realm, the Supreme Court set aside a Delhi High Court directive requiring removal of Wikipedia content related to a defamation suit. The Court held that such pre-emptive takedown orders, absent a compelling constitutional basis, violate the freedoms guaranteed under Articles 19 and 21, and cannot be sustained within India’s legal framework.
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CASE BRIEF: Renaissance Hotel Holdings Inc. vs B. Vijay Sai and Ors.
The Supreme Court of India clarified key aspects of trademark infringement in Renaissance Hotel Holdings Inc. vs B. Vijay Sai and Ors., focusing on identical marks within the same class of services. The decision underscores the legal principles under Section 29 of the Trade Marks Act and reinforces protection against improper use of registered trademarks.
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This post summarises notable trademark cases decided in India in 2022, focusing on infringement, distinctiveness, and judicial interpretation of trademark law. It offers legal insights and recent updates relevant to Indian trademark practice.
Read more about Latest Trademark Cases in 2022 – Part 1Indian Consumer Protection Cases Recap – 2021
This article recaps pivotal Indian consumer protection cases from 2021, analysing real estate, contract, and insurance disputes. It highlights judicial approaches to consumer rights and remedies, providing a clear legal perspective for practitioners and stakeholders.
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This post examines important Indian copyright cases from 2021, offering objective analysis of key court decisions on software, films, and literary works. It provides insights into judicial reasoning and the practical impact on copyright law in India.
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The post examines key privacy updates, including the Supreme Court’s stance on forced DNA testing and new online privacy regulations. It also reviews WhatsApp’s enhanced privacy settings for Android users.
Read more about Latest Updates on Privacy – October, 2021 – Part ICrossing the Rubicon: A Fork in the Road – Go Right or Left?
The Supreme Court has clarified that parties cannot pursue both revocation and counter claim remedies simultaneously for the same patent under Indian law. This decision aims to prevent multiple proceedings on identical issues before different forums.
Read more about Crossing the Rubicon: A Fork in the Road – Go Right or Left?Privacy and Intellectual Property: Are we trying to kill the snake with a log?
This article examines the Supreme Court’s broad interpretation of the right to privacy and its significant effects on intellectual property law in India. It considers how privacy now influences publicity rights, performer’s rights, and digital data, raising critical questions about future legal and commercial practices.
Read more about Privacy and Intellectual Property: Are we trying to kill the snake with a log?Krishika Lulla & Ors. vs Shyam Vithalrao Devkatta & Anr.
The Supreme Court ruled that film titles, such as ‘Desi Boys,’ are not subject to copyright protection under Indian law. Only original literary works, not single words or common phrases, can attract copyright.
Read more about Krishika Lulla & Ors. vs Shyam Vithalrao Devkatta & Anr.Don’t take the God’s name in vain
The Supreme Court of India has ruled that religious names like Ramayan cannot be trademarked for commercial products, citing public interest and the Trade Marks Act. This post examines the legal reasoning behind the decision and its implications for trademark law in India.
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