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PepsiCo’s Potato Plant Variety and Patent Agent Address Change through Form 30

Explore key legal outcomes in the PepsiCo plant variety case and the latest guidelines for patent agent address changes, as ruled by the Delhi High Court. This post delves into significant IP law decisions, providing essential updates for professionals in the field. Continue Reading PepsiCo’s Potato Plant Variety and Patent Agent Address Change through Form 30

January 12, 2024 BananaIP Reporter Case Reviews, Intellectual Property, Patents, Plant Varieties 0Comment 723Views 0Like

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Trademark cases relating to Cricket Helmets, Biscuits, Edible Oil, and Tobacco

In this post, we have put together 4 trademark cases that relate to trade dress and wordmark infringement/passing off. The cases involve products such as cricket helmets, biscuits, tobacco, and edible oil. In all the cases, trademark owners have been able to get positive orders in their favour. Good Day Vs. Good Times for Butter Cookies: Delhi High Court restrains the use of Blue and Yellow packaging and 'Good Times' mark for Butter Cookies. In a case involving the use of…

January 11, 2024 BananaIP Reporter Case Reviews, Intellectual Property, Trademarks 0Comment 826Views 0Like

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Patent Examination and Pre-Grant Opposition are independent processes

Patent Examination and Pre-Grant Opposition are independent processes, says the Delhi High Court In an appeal filed by Novartis from the decision of a Single Judge, the Division Bench of the Delhi High Court considered if a pre-grant opponent would have the right to participate and get a hearing with respect to amendments made by the patent applicant based on directions of the Controller of Patents. The pre-grant oppositions in the case were filed by NATCO and several others, and…

January 10, 2024 BananaIP Reporter Case Reviews, Intellectual Property, Patents 0Comment 829Views 0Like

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Trademark Value: NYKAA, A to Z, Social, and Burger King Trademark Injunctions

In this post, we bring to you 4 trademark cases where injunctions were granted in favour of trademark owners. The cases relate to popular brands such as Nykaa, Social, A to Z, and Burger King. Nykaa Vs. Oykaa for Cosmetics: Delhi High Court grants exparte injunction restraining Oykaa. In a case involving the trademarks Nykaa and Oykaa for cosmetics, healthcare, personal care, and wellness products, the Delhi High Court granted an exparte injunction restraining the use of Oykaa. The Court stated…

January 10, 2024 BananaIP Reporter Case Reviews, Intellectual Property, Trademarks 0Comment 885Views 0Like

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Copyrighted Music in Restaurants, Unlicensed Movies, and Storytelling Platforms

Through this blog post, we bring to you three copyright cases relating to ground licensing, movie licensing, and copyrights relating to storytelling platforms. While the licensing cases cover the consequences of using unlicensed and unauthorized copyrighted works, the storytelling platform case throws light on what is copyrightable and copying what amounts to infringement. Continue Reading Copyrighted Music in Restaurants, Unlicensed Movies, and Storytelling Platforms

January 8, 2024 BananaIP Reporter Case Reviews, Copyrights, Intellectual Property 0Comment 661Views 0Like

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Indiamart cannot claim Intermediary Status, says Delhi High Court

Indiamart is prima facie infringing Puma’s trademark, and it cannot claim intermediary safe harbour as its actions do not amount to the requisite due diligence required under the intermediary guidelines, says the Delhi High Court. Continue Reading Indiamart cannot claim Intermediary Status, says Delhi High Court

January 5, 2024 BananaIP Reporter Case Reviews, e-Commerce Law, Intellectual Property, Trademarks 0Comment 1058Views 0Like

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Divisional Patent Filing, Patent Claim Amendments, Assessment of Damages, and DUS test for PV Protection

Explore three notable patent cases and a plant variety case addressing divisional patent filings, claim amendments, patent infringement damages, and the DUS test for plant variety protection. Continue Reading Divisional Patent Filing, Patent Claim Amendments, Assessment of Damages, and DUS test for PV Protection

January 3, 2024 BananaIP Reporter Case Reviews, Intellectual Property, Patents, Plant Varieties 0Comment 2507Views 0Like

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Madras High Court’s Progressive Stance on Patent Claim Amendments and Other Aspects

In this post, we at BananaIP bring to you select Patent cases relating to Patent Claim amendments, Patent exclusions, and Patent orders. Amending polypeptide patent claims mentioning specific sequence IDs to polynucleotide claims mentioning the said sequence IDs is permitted, says Madras High Court. While dealing with the rejection of a patent application based on impermissible claim amendments, the Madras High Court reiterated that claim amendments are permissible as long as the amendments are disclosed in the specification. After reviewing the…

January 2, 2024 BananaIP Reporter Case Reviews, Intellectual Property, Patents 0Comment 838Views 0Like

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Recent IP Case Insights – Trademark and Copyright Trends

Dive into the latest IP Case Insights from India, featuring significant rulings on trademarks, copyrights, and design laws. BananaIP’s expert analysis offers a clear understanding of these pivotal cases, making IP law more accessible and engaging for everyone interested in intellectual property trends. Continue Reading Recent IP Case Insights – Trademark and Copyright Trends

December 29, 2023 BananaIP Reporter Case Reviews, Copyrights, Industrial Designs, Intellectual Property, Trademarks 0Comment 1084Views 0Like

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Intellectual Property Insights: Trademark Case Updates from Indian High Courts

Explore the nuances of Intellectual Property law through our latest blog post, featuring pivotal trademark case updates from Indian High Courts. Ideal for professionals seeking to grasp key legal developments in IP. Continue Reading Intellectual Property Insights: Trademark Case Updates from Indian High Courts