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Nandini Deluxe v. Hotel Nandini: Court holds that both can continue using their trademarks

In a 2024 decision, the Bengaluru City Civil Court dismissed both the plaintiff’s and defendant’s claims in a trademark dispute between Nandini Deluxe and Hotel Nandini, ruling that both parties could continue using their respective trademarks without infringing on each other’s rights. Continue Reading Nandini Deluxe v. Hotel Nandini: Court holds that both can continue using their trademarks

October 18, 2024 BananaIP Reporter Case Reviews, Intellectual Property, Trademarks 0Comment 95Views 1Like

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“CLARIWASH” Cleans Up: L’Oréal’s Trademark appeal drenched

In a recent ruling, the Delhi High Court dismissed L’Oréal India’s appeal to cancel the CLARIWASH trademark, affirming that no deceptive similarity exists between L’Oréal’s CLARI-formative marks and the CLARIWASH mark. Continue Reading “CLARIWASH” Cleans Up: L’Oréal’s Trademark appeal drenched

October 12, 2024 BananaIP Reporter Case Reviews, Intellectual Property, Trademarks 0Comment 81Views 1Like

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

The Delhi High Court dismissed Wipro’s appeal, upholding an interim injunction favoring Himalaya Wellness in the ‘Evecare’ trademark dispute. The court found that Wipro’s use of the identical mark for its female hygiene product created a likelihood of confusion with Himalaya’s Ayurvedic uterine tonic, which had been in use since 1997. The decision emphasized the precedence of prior use over trademark registration in cases of passing off. Continue Reading Evecare Trademark: Himalaya’s Prior Use Prevails Over Wipro’s Class Differentiation

October 11, 2024 BananaIP Reporter Case Reviews, Intellectual Property, Trademarks 0Comment 93Views 1Like

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‘Prime’ Trademark Registration for Salt Cancelled based on Prior, Continuous Use

In the case of Koteshwar Chemfood Industries Pvt. Ltd. v. Sachdeva and Sons Industries Pvt. Ltd., the Delhi High Court ordered rectification of the ‘PRIME’ trademark, removing salt and spices due to non-use, following a petition filed by Koteshwar Chemfood. Continue Reading ‘Prime’ Trademark Registration for Salt Cancelled based on Prior, Continuous Use

September 27, 2024 IP AI Reporter Case Reviews, Intellectual Property, Trademarks 0Comment 235Views 0Like

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Prakash Pipes prevails over later trademark for ‘Prakash’

The Madras High Court granted a rectification petition filed by Prakash Pipes Limited, canceling Mr. Rama’s ‘PRAKASH’ trademark for non-use. The Court found the registration to be malicious, aimed at unlawful enrichment, and noted the Petitioner’s long-standing rights and goodwill associated with the trademark. Continue Reading Prakash Pipes prevails over later trademark for ‘Prakash’

September 9, 2024 BananaIP Reporter Case Reviews, Intellectual Property, Trademarks 0Comment 257Views 3Likes

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Himalayan Organics Crumbles Before the Trademark Mountain of Himalaya

In a significant trademark dispute, the Delhi High Court issued an interim order favoring Himalaya Wellness Company, restraining Vlado Sky from using the ‘Himalayan Organics’ mark. The court recognized the potential for consumer confusion and upheld the strength of the ‘Himalaya’ trademark, allowing Vlado Sky to sell existing stock under specific conditions Continue Reading Himalayan Organics Crumbles Before the Trademark Mountain of Himalaya

September 6, 2024 BananaIP Reporter Case Reviews, Intellectual Property, Trademarks 0Comment 298Views 4Likes

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Thou shall not ‘STEEL’ a trademark, says court

The Madras High Court recently ruled in favor of Prakash Ferrous Industries in a trademark dispute over the ‘TIRUMALA’ mark used on TMT steel bars, granting a permanent injunction against Mansarowar Ispat. Continue Reading Thou shall not ‘STEEL’ a trademark, says court

August 30, 2024 BananaIP Reporter Case Reviews, Intellectual Property, Trademarks 0Comment 281Views 2Likes

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Rebanta Healthcare gets hurt in fight over the mark “REBAHEAL”

In a recent ruling, the Delhi High Court granted interim relief to Dr. Reddy’s Laboratories by restraining Rebanta Healthcare from using the ‘REBAHEAL’ trademark. The court found that the use of the identical mark by Rebanta could lead to confusion and potential health risks, highlighting the importance of protecting trademark rights in the pharmaceutical industry. Continue Reading Rebanta Healthcare gets hurt in fight over the mark “REBAHEAL”

August 28, 2024 BananaIP Reporter Case Reviews, Intellectual Property, Trademarks 0Comment 312Views 3Likes

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Jumbo Tramples Haathi Trademark Registration

The Calcutta High Court ruled in favor of Girnar Food & Beverages Pvt. Ltd., overturning the Registrar’s decision and quashing the registration of a deceptively similar ‘HAATHI’ mark by Bicrampore Tea Estate. This ruling underscores the significance of consumer perception and the potential for deception in trademark disputes. Continue Reading Jumbo Tramples Haathi Trademark Registration

August 16, 2024 BananaIP Reporter Case Reviews, Intellectual Property, Trademarks 0Comment 230Views 1Like

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Diabetic Product XigaMet Loses to ZitaMet Under Heightened Pharma Trademark Scrutiny

On June 13, 2024, the Bombay High Court granted Glenmark an interim injunction against Gleck Pharma in a trademark dispute over “ZITA-MET” and “XIGAMET”. The court found that the similarities between the trademarks could confuse consumers, leading to potential health risks, and applied strict standards to prevent such confusion. Continue Reading Diabetic Product XigaMet Loses to ZitaMet Under Heightened Pharma Trademark Scrutiny

June 25, 2024 BananaIP Reporter Case Reviews, Intellectual Property, Trademarks 0Comment 410Views 0Like

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Nandini Deluxe v. Hotel Nandini: Court holds that both can continue using their trademarks

“CLARIWASH” Cleans Up: L’Oréal’s Trademark appeal drenched

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

‘Prime’ Trademark Registration for Salt Cancelled based on Prior, Continuous Use

Prakash Pipes prevails over later trademark for ‘Prakash’

Himalayan Organics Crumbles Before the Trademark Mountain of Himalaya

Thou shall not ‘STEEL’ a trademark, says court

Rebanta Healthcare gets hurt in fight over the mark “REBAHEAL”

Jumbo Tramples Haathi Trademark Registration

Diabetic Product XigaMet Loses to ZitaMet Under Heightened Pharma Trademark Scrutiny

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