The Delhi High Court cancelled the F1 trademark held by Formula One in Class 36 for non-use in India, following Epifi’s rectification petition. The decision reaffirms that trademark rights require genuine and ongoing use.
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Court directs cancellation of “STAR” Trademark for lack of honest and concurrent use
The Madras High Court cancelled the STAR trademark held by S Star Trading Co., recognising the Petitioner’s prior use and distinctiveness. The Court found the Respondent’s adoption of the mark dishonest and likely to cause confusion, directing cancellation for lack of honest and concurrent use.
Read more about Court directs cancellation of “STAR” Trademark for lack of honest and concurrent useSubsequent User’s ‘Suguna’ Trademark for Grinders Rectified Despite Proof of Use from 2001
The Madras High Court cancelled the SUGUNA trademark registration for grinders, favouring prior user rights of the petitioners with established goodwill since 1959. The respondent’s claims of honest concurrent use were rejected due to insufficient evidence.
Read more about Subsequent User’s ‘Suguna’ Trademark for Grinders Rectified Despite Proof of Use from 2001‘Prime’ Trademark Registration for Salt Cancelled based on Prior, Continuous Use
The Delhi High Court has cancelled the ‘PRIME’ trademark registration for salt due to Koteshwar Chemfood’s prior and continuous use. The court found non-use by the registrant for salt and ordered the rectification of the trademark registration.
Read more about ‘Prime’ Trademark Registration for Salt Cancelled based on Prior, Continuous UsePrakash Pipes prevails over later trademark for ‘Prakash’
The Madras High Court cancelled a later identical trademark registration, upholding Prakash Pipes’ prior rights and extensive use. The Court found the later registration was malicious and reinforced the importance of trademark non-use provisions in India.
Read more about Prakash Pipes prevails over later trademark for ‘Prakash’Crocs croaks out its clone! Court Cancels ‘Crocksclub’ trademark
The Delhi High Court has ordered the removal of the CROCKSCLUB trademark after finding it deceptively similar to the registered CROCS mark. The judgment highlights the need for distinctiveness and ongoing use in Indian trademark law.
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The Delhi High Court ordered the cancellation of the DOUBLE KABOOTER trademark, citing prior use and deceptive similarity with DABAL KABUTER BRAND. This case highlights the importance of accurate trademark claims and evidence in Indian law.
Read more about Court says infringing brand ‘Double Kabooter’ Jaa Jaa JaaWhat happens if I don’t use my Trademark?
This article examines the consequences of not using a registered trademark in India, with reference to statutory provisions and judicial decisions. It details grounds for cancellation, exceptions, and the legal meaning of ‘use’ under the Trade Marks Act, 1999.
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