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Evecare Trademark: Himalaya’s Prior Use Prevails Over Wipro’s Class Differentiation

The Delhi High Court dismissed Wipro’s appeal against an injunction favouring Himalaya’s prior use of the EVECARE trademark. The court held that prior user rights and likelihood of confusion prevailed over trademark class differences in this passing off case.

Madras HC on Phonetic Similarity: Little Einsteins vs. Little Einsteinz

The Madras High Court examined the issue of phonetic similarity in a trademark dispute involving ‘LITTLE EINSTEINS’ and ‘LITTLE EINSTEINZ’. It held that the Respondent’s mark was deceptively similar, leading to rectification of the Trade Marks Register.

Delhi HC Orders Institute of Cost Accountants of India to Remove ICAI Acronym

The Delhi High Court has ruled that the Institute of Cost Accountants of India cannot use the ICAI acronym, recognising the trademark rights of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India. This judgment clarifies the legal protections available for registered trademarks in the context of professional bodies.

Weekly Trademark Updates

This bulletin presents key trademark updates, including court-referred mediation in the CHAAYOS case and amicable settlement in the Coke Studio dispute. It also addresses international and domestic trademark matters curated by BananaIP Counsels’ experts.

PhonePe and BharatPe Lock Horns, Diablo Trademark in Dispute and more

This bulletin examines significant trademark disputes, including PhonePe versus BharatPe and the Diablo trademark opposition, alongside updates in geographical indications and domain name disputes. The analysis offers objective, fact-based insights on recent legal developments.

Chanel Unsuccessful Against Huawei, Adidas Unveils Yoda Shoes, and more

This bulletin covers significant trademark disputes involving Chanel, Huawei, and Facebook, along with licensing updates from Adidas and Casetify. It also highlights recent Indian trademark and GI developments, maintaining an objective legal perspective.

Michael Jordan Faces Defeat in ‘Jordan’ Trademark Dispute in China, Cumbum Panneer Thratchai Applied for GI and more

This post examines recent trademark and IP developments, including Michael Jordan’s trademark loss in China and the GI application for Cumbum Panneer Thratchai. Key legal updates on trademark disputes, licensing, and domain names are also discussed.

BMW Wins over DMW E-Rickshaw, Coca-Cola Fights Domain Dispute and more

The post provides an analysis of significant trademark and domain name disputes, such as BMW’s case against DMW and Coca-Cola’s domain name complaint. It also reviews brand licensing developments and a new GI application, with objective legal insights.

Alibaba Settles Trademark Dispute with Alibabacoin, 7-Eleven Stores Soon in India!, NBA Fanwear Apparel and Other News

The post discusses major trademark and brand licensing developments, including Alibaba’s settlement, NBA’s merchandising in India, and 7-Eleven’s upcoming stores. It also analyses the latest Indian trademark statistics and the GI registration of Erode Turmeric.

Gully Boy Leaked, FFI Wants Piracy Court, Kanye West Sued, REM Gets Trump Tweet Removed, and more

This post examines recent copyright and entertainment law developments, including film piracy, major lawsuits, and licensing deals. It presents legal updates objectively, providing structured analysis and practical insights for readers.