Whose mark got the ‘X’ Factor? Relaxo Footwear vs XS Brands
The Delhi High Court dismissed Relaxo Footwear’s claim over the 'X' device mark against XS Brands, highlighting the significance of coexistence and lack of confusion in trademark disputes.…
Trademark Infringement
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MRF’s Trademark Muscle Secures Victory in Dispute Against Powermax
The Madras High Court granted MRF a permanent injunction and nominal damages against Powermax for trademark and copyright infringement. The judgment underscores the legal significance of safeguarding established…
Diabetic Product XigaMet Loses to ZitaMet Under Heightened Pharma Trademark Scrutiny
The Bombay High Court has restrained Gleck Pharma from using XIGAMET for its diabetes product, finding it deceptively similar to Glenmark’s ZITA-MET. This decision highlights the Court’s heightened…
Glaxo’s BETNESOL vs Zee’s BETNEVIN : Who do you BET on?
The Delhi High Court enforced an injunction against BETNEVIN, holding it infringed Glaxo's BETNESOL trademark. The Court clarified that infringement can be determined in execution proceedings to enforce…
Emami vs Unilever : Court says No “Glow” to Unilever’s “Handsome”
The Calcutta High Court examined Emami’s claims against Unilever over the use of "Handsome" in skincare branding. While trademark infringement was not established, the Court found grounds for…
Court says infringing brand ‘Double Kabooter’ Jaa Jaa Jaa
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…
Snack Wars: Haldiram’s Battle for Brand Supremacy
This post explores Haldiram's successful legal action against trademark infringement, resulting in permanent injunctions and damages. It discusses the judicial recognition of Haldiram as a well-known mark, reflecting…
Lights out for “Everyday” Lighters : Injunction in favour of EVEREADY
The Delhi High Court has issued an interim injunction against KSC Industries, restraining them from using the EVERYDAY mark, which was found similar to Eveready's well-known EVEREADY trademarks.…
ITC Protects “Gold Flake” Brand: Court Halts Sale of Deceptively Similar Cigarettes
The Delhi High Court has restrained several parties from selling cigarettes using deceptively similar marks to ITC’s Gold Flake brand, citing clear infringement and passing off. This decision…
Non-use of trademark is not a valid defense against injunction
The Delhi High Court ruled that non-use of a trademark does not automatically bar injunctive relief if deceptive similarity and consumer confusion are present. The Court emphasized that…