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Purple for Prince?, Delhi High Court Judgment against E-commerce Intermediary, Thugs of Hindostan in Google Maps and other news

This update examines Indian trademark statistics, a significant Delhi High Court judgment on e-commerce intermediary liability, and recent global trademark disputes. Developments in brand licensing and GI acceptance are also discussed, offering objective legal insights and practical guidance.

Could Exclusivity be Claimed Over the Word IMPERIAL for Alcohol?

The High Court of Delhi examined whether exclusivity can be claimed over the term IMPERIAL for alcoholic beverages. The judgment clarified that IMPERIAL is a descriptive and laudatory term, preventing proprietary rights for its use in alcohol trademarks.

Ranbaxy Laboratories Ltd. v. Dua Pharmaceuticals Pvt. Ltd., 1988 Arb. L. R. 315

The Delhi High Court’s ruling in Ranbaxy Laboratories Ltd. v. Dua Pharmaceuticals Pvt. Ltd. addresses key issues of trademark infringement and consumer confusion in pharmaceuticals. The case reinforces the legal standards for similarity and passing off in Indian trademark law.

Yahoo! Inc. v. Akash Arora and another, 1999 Arb. L. R. 620

This post analytically discusses the Yahoo trademark case, addressing the legal principles of passing off and domain name infringement in India. It provides a structured overview of the dispute between Yahoo Inc. and Akash Arora, highlighting the court’s reasoning and decision.

One Plus in Trademark Trouble, Kodak Clicks with Forever21 Apparel, Alphonso Mango Obtains GI Registration and other news

The post presents the latest trademark news from India, featuring statistical insights, major legal disputes, and notable brand collaborations. Key highlights include the Alphonso mango GI registration and trademark issues involving One Plus and Kodak.

Scent as a Trademark, Apple in Trouble for Memoji, Goan Chilli Applied for GI and Other News

This update analyses key trademark developments in India and globally, including statistics, scent marks, legal disputes with Apple and Netflix, and the GI application for Goan chilli. It offers structured legal insights into current intellectual property trends.

Design as a Trademark?, Bumblebee Dispute Settled, Kodaikanal Hill Garlic GI and other news

The post examines current trends in trademark law India, highlighting recent statistics, legal rulings, and major trademark disputes. It also discusses new licensing agreements and the application for GI status for Kodaikanal Hill Garlic, offering a clear legal analysis.

LOL Trademark, Nestle Starbucks Global Licensing Deal, Magic Rice GI, and other news

This bulletin reviews key Indian and international trademark developments, including major statistics, recent infringement cases, and high-profile licensing deals. It also covers the GI registration of Assam’s Boka Saul rice and provides a practical trademark registration tip.

India Licensing Expo 2018, Goan Coconut Feni GI, TATA Trademark, and Domain Name Infringement, and other news

This post analyses key trademark and intellectual property developments in India, including the India Licensing Expo, TATA’s domain name case, and the Goan Coconut Feni GI application. It covers recent legal disputes and licensing trends, offering factual updates for IP professionals.

Alibaba Sues Dubai’s Alibabacoin, Castrol Wins Trade Mark Infringement Suit, Jimi Hendrix Lifestyle Brand Expansion and Other News

The bulletin examines key trademark news, including Castrol’s infringement victory, Alibaba’s lawsuit, and the Jimi Hendrix brand expansion. It also covers Indian trademark statistics and the GI tag granted to Madurkathi, offering an objective legal perspective.