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Delhivery Pvt. Ltd. vs Treasure Vase Ventures Pvt. Ltd.
“The degree of distinctiveness, and, therefore, the possibility of registration as a trade mark, is inversely proportional to the degree of obviousness: the more obvious the word, the less the degree of distinctiveness and the chances of its registration” Justice G.S. Patel In a recent trademark suit filed by Delhivery Pvt. Ltd., the Delhi High … Continue reading Delhivery Pvt. Ltd. vs Treasure Vase Ventures Pvt. Ltd.
Read more »“ISKCON” Declared a Well-Known Trademark”
In a suit for trademark infringement filed by the religious organisation, ISCKON (International Society for Krishna Consciousness), The Bombay High Court declared that “ISCKON” is a well-known trademark under the definition given in Section 2(1)(zg) of the Trade Marks Act, 1999. The suit was filed against Isckon Apparel Pvt Ltd for using the mark “ISKCON” … Continue reading “ISKCON” Declared a Well-Known Trademark”
Read more »Importance Of Raising Plea Of Invalidity Of Registration Of Trade Mark Within Prescribed Timeline: An Analysis
The Hon’ble Apex Court in the case of Patel Field Marshal Agencies Vs. P.M. Diesels Ltd. &Ors. [1] threw light upon the said issue of invalidity. PATEL FIELD MARSHAL AGENCIES vs. P.M. DIESELS LTD. & ORS. Parties: Respondent is the registered owner of 3 trademarks, the common feature of all which is the words “Field … Continue reading Importance Of Raising Plea Of Invalidity Of Registration Of Trade Mark Within Prescribed Timeline: An Analysis
Read more »Hennes & Mauritz Ab & Anr v. HM Megabrands Pvt. Ltd. & Ors
The case H&M; Hennes & Mauritz Ab & Anr v. HM Megabrands Pvt. Ltd. & Ors is based on the point of having a similar trademark to that of another brand. The harm it causes to the reputation of one brand which another brand has adopted is one of reputation. The Plaintiff, in this case … Continue reading Hennes & Mauritz Ab & Anr v. HM Megabrands Pvt. Ltd. & Ors
Read more »A Brief Analysis Of The Case Of Shyam Steel Industries Ltd v. Shyam Sel and Power Ltd
Issue Is the use of the word “Shyam” by the defendant Shyam Sel and Power Ltd an infringement of the registered trademark “Shyam”of Shyam Steel Industries Ltd? Whether the defendant is passing off his merchandise by unlawfully exploiting the reputation of the plaintiff? Rule Trademark has been characterized as an imprint equipped for graphical representation … Continue reading A Brief Analysis Of The Case Of Shyam Steel Industries Ltd v. Shyam Sel and Power Ltd
Read more »Are IP Disputes Arbitrable In India? And To What Extent?
The Alternative methods of dispute resolution have eventually acquired a huge popularity and utility in the commercial and business- commerce sector. One of the most utilised methods is the arbitration, most of the parties associated with the commercial transaction nowadays prefer to opt for arbitration for the settlement of any kind of dispute. Arbitration in … Continue reading Are IP Disputes Arbitrable In India? And To What Extent?
Read more »Relation of IPR and Olympic
Introduction Olympic is the largest sporting event in the world, which features both summer and winter sports. Currently XXIII Olympic Winter Games are going on in the capital of Republic of Korea. Thousands of players and their supporters come from across the globe. South Korea is expected to spend $ 13 billion in organizing the … Continue reading Relation of IPR and Olympic
Read more »Belly Fireman! Rescued by Delhi High Court
In the recent decision of Delhi High Court in the case of Reckitt Benckiser(India) Ltd v Dabur India Ltd, the Hon’ble court decided on the issue of deceptive similarity between the television advertisement of Pudin Hara lemon fizz drink and Gaviscon Facts of the case: The plaintiffs is a member of Reckitt Benckiser Group PLC … Continue reading Belly Fireman! Rescued by Delhi High Court
Read more »High Court grants interim injunction against online retailer from using L’oreal Trademark
Recently, Delhi High Court passed an interim injunction against an online retailer restraining them from using the name of L’oreal to sell or supply any goods on any website or in any other manner having regard to the L’oreal’s plea alleging counterfeit products having its trademark were being sold/ traded by the online retailer Brandworld … Continue reading High Court grants interim injunction against online retailer from using L’oreal Trademark
Read more »Trade Mark Parody- An analysis of Tata Sons v. Greenpeace
Trade Mark Parody is a defense to Trade Mark infringement. There should be no likelihood of confusion between the original host work and the parody work, as the parody will not be taken in a serious manner. It must be cleverly portrayed so as to show itself as a humorous take on the original work. … Continue reading Trade Mark Parody- An analysis of Tata Sons v. Greenpeace
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