Trademark opposition timelines are mandatory, and must be complied strictly, says the Delhi High Court

The Delhi High Court clarified that trademark opposition timelines are mandatory and not subject to extension by the Registrar. The Court reinstated an opposition abandoned due to a minor delay in service, emphasizing strict statutory compliance.

Read more about Trademark opposition timelines are mandatory, and must be complied strictly, says the Delhi High Court

CASE BRIEF : Parvesh Kamboj & Ors. vs The Controller General of Patents, Designs and Trade Marks

The Delhi High Court addressed whether trademark oppositions could be filed beyond the statutory period due to the Supreme Court’s COVID-19 extension of limitation. The Court found the authorities’ actions arbitrary, allowed late oppositions, and suspended registrations pending opposition resolution.

Read more about CASE BRIEF : Parvesh Kamboj & Ors. vs The Controller General of Patents, Designs and Trade Marks

High Court permits delayed trademark evidence because of E-portal upload issues

The Delhi High Court permitted delayed filing of trademark opposition evidence due to e-portal upload limits, clarifying statutory timelines under trademark rules. This case illustrates how technical challenges in e-filing are addressed by the judiciary to ensure procedural fairness in trademark proceedings.

Read more about High Court permits delayed trademark evidence because of E-portal upload issues

L’Oreal Faces Trademark Opposition from Marshmello, Instagram vs. Instakarma and more

This bulletin explores key trademark opposition cases, including L’Oreal vs Marshmello and Instagram vs Instakarma, as well as recent Indian and international updates on generic marks, brand licensing, domain disputes, and geographical indications. The content provides detailed legal analysis and factual clarity for readers interested in trademark law.

Read more about L’Oreal Faces Trademark Opposition from Marshmello, Instagram vs. Instakarma and more

Starbucks Loses to a Puppy, Narcos Series Video Game to be Launched!, Battle of the Chickens, Jurassic Park Roars 25th Anniversary, and other Weekly Trade Mark News

This bulletin covers the latest weekly trademark news such as Indian trademark statistics, Starbucks losing an opposition in Japan, and updates on the Narcos video game and Jurassic Park anniversary. Key legal and licensing developments, as well as a GI dispute over the Kadaknath chicken, are also discussed.

Read more about Starbucks Loses to a Puppy, Narcos Series Video Game to be Launched!, Battle of the Chickens, Jurassic Park Roars 25th Anniversary, and other Weekly Trade Mark News