Can God’s Name be Monopolized? ‘No’ Says the Court
The Delhi High Court found that KRISHNA, as a deity’s name commonly linked to dairy products, cannot be monopolized as a trademark. The judgment highlighted the absence of…
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‘Darjeeling’ is Not Owned by Tea Board
The Calcutta High Court ruled that Geographical Indication registration for Darjeeling Tea does not give the Tea Board exclusive rights over the term Darjeeling in other contexts. This…
Doctrine of unclean hands- Now a defense in trademark infringement!
The Bombay High Court has introduced the doctrine of unclean hands as a defense in trademark infringement matters. If the plaintiff’s mark imitates another, relief may be denied.…
Trademark Filing Requirements in India
This article explains the requirements and procedures for filing a trademark application in India. It covers office jurisdictions, eligibility, search protocols, filing methods, and necessary documentation in a…
Music Band Agreements
The post examines essential aspects of music band agreements in India, including intellectual property rights, income division, and member departures. It stresses the need for precise contractual terms…
GI Applications Filed in India
This analysis reviews the filing and registration trends of GI applications in India since 2003. It highlights regional distribution, predominant product categories, and presents a factual summary of…
Trade Mark Recap 2017 – Interesting Trade Mark Quotes
This post revisits some of the most interesting trade mark quotes from 2017, offering insights into branding, legal frameworks, and reputation. The curated quotes from industry leaders and…
Non-conventional Trademark-Smell marks
This post explores the challenges and legal frameworks surrounding the registration of smell marks as non-conventional trademarks in India, the EU, and the US. It reviews case law…
INDIAN TRADEMARK LAW ON PROTECTION OF MOVIE TITLE – Part 1
The post examines how Indian trademark law protects movie titles, focusing on the registration process and the concept of secondary meaning. It outlines the legal distinctions between series…
Trademark Rules 2017
The Trademark Rules, 2017 introduce higher fees, simplified procedures, and incentives for online filing and start-ups in India. New provisions cover expedited processing, well-known marks, and virtual hearings,…