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Cool interim order for ITW’s pre-conditioned air patent, but Competitor’s airport deals allowed to continue

The Delhi High Court issued an interim injunction in favor of ITW GSE APS, restraining Dabico Airport Solutions from infringing on ITW’s pre-conditioned air patent during the pending suit. ITW’s PCA units, featuring advanced VFDs controlled by a central controller, are recognized globally. Dabico’s challenges were dismissed, leading to the injunction and a mandated turnover disclosure. Continue Reading Cool interim order for ITW’s pre-conditioned air patent, but Competitor’s airport deals allowed to continue

July 22, 2024 BananaIP Reporter Case Reviews, Intellectual Property, Patents 0Comment 489Views 2Likes

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Court Checks Out: ‘GINGER’ Hotel’s Fraudsters Blocked

The Delhi High Court has issued an ex parte ad interim injunction in favor of Indian Hotel Company Limited (IHCL), blocking fraudulent websites impersonating Ginger Hotels. The Court’s decision protects IHCL’s trademark and prevents ongoing financial fraud, safeguarding the company’s reputation and consumers’ trust. Continue Reading Court Checks Out: ‘GINGER’ Hotel’s Fraudsters Blocked

July 18, 2024 BananaIP Reporter Case Reviews, Intellectual Property, Trademarks 0Comment 582Views 3Likes

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Cow dung lamp from Traditional Knowledge fails to light up patentability standards

The Madras High Court dismissed an appeal challenging the rejection of a patent for an eco-friendly lamp made from panchagavya and traditional herbal leaves. The court upheld the decision, citing traditional knowledge and lack of inventive step. Continue Reading Cow dung lamp from Traditional Knowledge fails to light up patentability standards

July 17, 2024 BananaIP Reporter Case Reviews, Intellectual Property, Patents, Traditional Knowledge 0Comment 665Views 1Like

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Heifer’s Bullish Trademark Strategy Prevails: Court Grants Permanent Injunction

The Delhi High Court granted a permanent injunction in favor of Heifer Project International against Heifer Project India Trust and Mr. Pran K Bhatt for trademark infringement. The ruling prevents the defendants from using the “Heifer” trademarks and mandates the destruction of all materials bearing the infringing marks. Nominal damages and costs were also awarded to the plaintiff. Continue Reading Heifer’s Bullish Trademark Strategy Prevails: Court Grants Permanent Injunction

July 16, 2024 BananaIP Reporter Case Reviews, Intellectual Property, Trademarks 0Comment 311Views 1Like

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Court balances Hygieia’s patent application after IPO disbalances it under section 59

The Madras High Court has set aside the refusal of Hygieia Inc.’s patent application, highlighting the need for proper consideration of amended claims. The court emphasized the importance of interpreting claims in conjunction with their specifications and has directed a re-examination of the application by a different controller within six months. Continue Reading Court balances Hygieia’s patent application after IPO disbalances it under section 59

July 15, 2024 BananaIP Reporter Case Reviews, Intellectual Property, Patents 0Comment 423Views 2Likes

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“Focus on technology, not semantics” says court in case involving gene technology

The Madras High Court ruled in favor of Toyota, overturning the patent office’s refusal to grant a patent for a gene increasing plant biomass and seed production. The court emphasized the importance of scientific aspects over language semantics and directed a review within six months. Continue Reading “Focus on technology, not semantics” says court in case involving gene technology

July 13, 2024 BananaIP Reporter Case Reviews, Intellectual Property, Patents 0Comment 403Views 1Like

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Indian Patent and Design Statistics 2024 (June 28th to July 5th)

27th issue of the Indian Patent Journal (5th July 2024) features 1,957 patent publications, 930 grants, and 780 registered designs. Continue Reading Indian Patent and Design Statistics 2024 (June 28th to July 5th)

July 12, 2024 BananaIP Reporter Intellectual Property, Patent & Design Statistics, Patents 0Comment 309Views 0Like

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Court Cranks the Clock Back on Opposed Crankshaft Patent Refusal

The Madras High Court remanded Pinnacle Engines Inc.’s patent application for their opposed piston engine, addressing inventive features overlooked by the Assistant Controller of Patents. The court emphasized the significance of the crank offset and opposite crankshaft rotation in reducing friction and vibration, directing a reassessment by a different officer. Continue Reading Court Cranks the Clock Back on Opposed Crankshaft Patent Refusal

July 10, 2024 BananaIP Reporter Case Reviews, Intellectual Property, Patents 0Comment 413Views 1Like

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Patent on Portable Vehicle Management System goes offtrack

The Delhi High Court confirmed the refusal of Mahesh Gupta’s patent application for a Portable Vehicle Management System, citing the lack of an inventive step in light of prior arts D4 and D5. The decision underscores important principles of patentability, including mosaicing, hindsight bias, and the criteria for non-obviousness. Continue Reading Patent on Portable Vehicle Management System goes offtrack

July 9, 2024 BananaIP Reporter Case Reviews, Intellectual Property, Patents 0Comment 445Views 0Like

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Whose mark got the ‘X’ Factor? Relaxo Footwear vs XS Brands

The Delhi High Court analyzed a trademark dispute between Relaxo Footwears Limited and XS Brands Consultancy over the use of the ‘X’ device mark. Despite Relaxo’s claims of prior use, the court found in favor of XS Brands, citing the limited likelihood of consumer confusion and the crowded trademark register. Continue Reading Whose mark got the ‘X’ Factor? Relaxo Footwear vs XS Brands

July 8, 2024 BananaIP Reporter Case Reviews, Intellectual Property, Trademarks 0Comment 518Views 2Likes

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Cool interim order for ITW’s pre-conditioned air patent, but Competitor’s airport deals allowed to continue

Court Checks Out: ‘GINGER’ Hotel’s Fraudsters Blocked

Cow dung lamp from Traditional Knowledge fails to light up patentability standards

Heifer’s Bullish Trademark Strategy Prevails: Court Grants Permanent Injunction

Court balances Hygieia’s patent application after IPO disbalances it under section 59

“Focus on technology, not semantics” says court in case involving gene technology

Indian Patent and Design Statistics 2024 (June 28th to July 5th)

Court Cranks the Clock Back on Opposed Crankshaft Patent Refusal

Patent on Portable Vehicle Management System goes offtrack

Whose mark got the ‘X’ Factor? Relaxo Footwear vs XS Brands

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