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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

BananaIP Reporter Case Reviews, Intellectual Property, Trademarks July 25, 2024 390Views 2Likes

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

BananaIP Reporter Case Reviews, Intellectual Property, Trademarks July 24, 2024 414Views 1Like

Indian Patent and Design Statistics 2024 (July 12th to July 19th)

29th issue of the Indian Patent Journal (19th July 2024) features 1,274 patent publications, 460 grants, and 554 registered designs. Continue Reading Indian Patent and Design Statistics 2024 (July 12th to July 19th)

BananaIP Reporter Intellectual Property, Patent & Design Statistics, Patents July 23, 2024 298Views 0Like

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

BananaIP Reporter Case Reviews, Intellectual Property, Patents July 22, 2024 538Views 2Likes

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

BananaIP Reporter Case Reviews, Intellectual Property, Trademarks July 18, 2024 675Views 3Likes

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

BananaIP Reporter Case Reviews, Intellectual Property, Patents, Traditional Knowledge July 17, 2024 743Views 1Like

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

BananaIP Reporter Case Reviews, Intellectual Property, Trademarks July 16, 2024 343Views 1Like

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

BananaIP Reporter Case Reviews, Intellectual Property, Patents July 15, 2024 467Views 2Likes

“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

BananaIP Reporter Case Reviews, Intellectual Property, Patents July 13, 2024 457Views 1Like

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)

BananaIP Reporter Intellectual Property, Patent & Design Statistics, Patents July 12, 2024 344Views 0Like

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

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

Indian Patent and Design Statistics 2024 (July 12th to July 19th)

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)

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