The ‘Principal choice’ is Officer’s Choice!
Allied Blenders and Distillers Limited took on a rival bottler’s “Principal Choice” mark in a fight over its famous Officer’s Choice trademark. With the defendants silent and unrebutted,…
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Himalaya Trademark Infringement: Delhi HC Grants Injunction
The Delhi High Court granted an interim injunction to Himalaya Wellness, restraining Greenland Trading from using deceptively similar marks for ayurvedic products. The Court found a clear risk…
PETER ENGLAND joins India’s list of Well-Known Trademarks
Delhi High Court declares "PETER ENGLAND" a well-known trademark, citing strong brand presence and trademark infringement by the defendants.
Volvo drives home a victory in Trademark ‘Volvo Pump’ dispute
The Delhi High Court has restrained Grasp Engineering from using the VOLVO trademark for pumps, recognising VOLVO as a well-known mark in India. This case highlights the importance…
VIVO sticks strong against VIVO adhesives, rewarded with well-known trademark status in India
The Delhi High Court declared VIVO a well-known trademark in India after finding infringement and passing off by an adhesive manufacturer. The Court issued a permanent injunction and…
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.…
Delhi High Court Declares Hermès’ “H” a Well-Known Trademark
The Delhi High Court has declared Hermès’ “H” a well-known trademark in India after considering strong evidence of reputation and global recognition. This follows a ruling in a…
ISKCON Declared as a Well-Known Trademark, Booking.com isn’t Generic, Held by US Supreme Court, and more
The bulletin covers ISKCON’s recognition as a well-known trademark, the US Supreme Court’s decision on Booking.com, and notable brand licensing and GI updates. Legal developments are presented with…
IPAB Rules BSA Well-Known, Cartier’s Battle for Love, Tirur Betel Leaf GI and other news
The post reviews key trademark developments, including Indian trademark office trends and the IPAB’s well-known status for BSA. It also covers international disputes such as Cartier’s case in…
The Indian Express case
The Bombay High Court held that using 'Indian Express' in a different script amounts to trademark infringement, protecting the mark’s well-known status. The judgment clarifies the interplay between…