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Novartis says No to Novarish

In a landmark decision, the Bombay High Court granted Novartis AG an ad-interim injunction against Novarish Healthcare Private Limited for trademark infringement. Novartis successfully argued that Novarish’s use of the “NOVARISH” mark was deceptively similar to its well-known “NOVARTIS” trademark, leading to the court’s decision to protect Novartis’s intellectual property rights. Continue Reading Novartis says No to Novarish

August 7, 2024 BananaIP Reporter Case Reviews, Intellectual Property, Trademarks 0Comment 531Views 0Like

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Did Emerge Classes’ mark fail the ‘passing off’ test?

The Srinagar Bench of the Jammu and Kashmir High Court dismissed an appeal by Emerge Classes in a trademark passing off case. The court emphasized that minor differences in trademarks do not necessarily make them distinct, upholding the injunction in favor of KIE and its associated entities. Continue Reading Did Emerge Classes’ mark fail the ‘passing off’ test?

August 5, 2024 BananaIP Reporter Case Reviews, Intellectual Property, Trademarks 0Comment 484Views 1Like

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Similarity Overdose : Glaxo’s trade dress vs Qpharm’s trade dress

Glaxo Group Limited secured a legal victory in a trade dress dispute against Qpharm Health Care Limited. The Delhi High Court restrained Qpharm from using deceptively similar packaging and ordered the removal of infringing listings from third-party websites, protecting Glaxo’s established trademarks. Continue Reading Similarity Overdose : Glaxo’s trade dress vs Qpharm’s trade dress

August 1, 2024 BananaIP Reporter Case Reviews, Intellectual Property, Trademarks 0Comment 510Views 1Like

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Tusk of War : Girnar’s Jumbo Overpowers North-Western’s Haathi

Girnar Food & Beverages Pvt. Ltd. wins a significant legal battle as the Calcutta High Court cancels The North-Western Cachar Tea Co. Ltd.’s trademark registration. The Court cited brand confusion and insufficient evidence of use by North-Western. Continue Reading Tusk of War : Girnar’s Jumbo Overpowers North-Western’s Haathi

July 25, 2024 BananaIP Reporter Case Reviews, Intellectual Property, Trademarks 0Comment 455Views 2Likes

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Madras HC on Phonetic Similarity: Little Einsteins vs. Little Einsteinz

The Madras High Court ruled in favor of Sebille Educations, asserting that phonetic similarity takes precedence over visual differences in the trademark dispute between “Little Einsteins” and “Little Einsteinz,” emphasizing the importance of protecting established brands from deceptively similar marks. Continue Reading Madras HC on Phonetic Similarity: Little Einsteins vs. Little Einsteinz

July 24, 2024 BananaIP Reporter Case Reviews, Intellectual Property, Trademarks 0Comment 462Views 1Like

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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 818Views 3Likes

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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 408Views 1Like

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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 667Views 2Likes

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PATENT AND TRADEMARK AGENT EXAMINATIONS 2025 - DATES ANNOUNCED

Announcement: Patent and Trademark Agent Examinations 2025 by Indian IP Office

The Office of the Controller General of Patents, Designs & Trade Marks (CGPDTM) has released the schedule for the Trade Marks Agent Examination and Patent Agent Examination for 2025. These examinations are crucial for individuals aiming to become registered intellectual property agents. The exams will take place in various cities across India on 4th and 5th January 2025. Continue Reading Announcement: Patent and Trademark Agent Examinations 2025 by Indian IP Office

July 4, 2024 BananaIP Reporter Intellectual Property, Patents, Trademarks 0Comment 6970Views 1Like

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MRF’s Trademark Muscle Secures Victory in Dispute Against Powermax

The Madras High Court ruled in favor of MRF Limited in a trademark and copyright infringement case against Powermax Rubber Factory and Powermax Tyre, granting a permanent injunction and awarding nominal damages. The court found Powermax’s use of similar logos likely to cause consumer confusion and mislead the public. Continue Reading MRF’s Trademark Muscle Secures Victory in Dispute Against Powermax