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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

BananaIP Reporter Case Reviews, Intellectual Property, Trademarks July 16, 2024 239Views 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 317Views 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 297Views 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 233Views 0Like

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

BananaIP Reporter Case Reviews, Intellectual Property, Patents July 10, 2024 317Views 1Like

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

BananaIP Reporter Case Reviews, Intellectual Property, Patents July 9, 2024 332Views 0Like

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

BananaIP Reporter Case Reviews, Intellectual Property, Trademarks July 8, 2024 413Views 2Likes

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Indian Patent and Design Statistics 2024 (June 21st to 28th)

26th issue of the Indian Patent Journal (28th June 2024) features 1,034 patent publications, 920 grants, and 607 registered designs. Continue Reading Indian Patent and Design Statistics 2024 (June 21st to 28th)

BananaIP Reporter Intellectual Property, Patent & Design Statistics, Patents July 5, 2024 322Views 0Like

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

BananaIP Reporter Intellectual Property, Patents, Trademarks July 4, 2024 4084Views 1Like

Marc Salon’s Design Makes the Cut: Court Grants Injunction

The Delhi High Court has confirmed an interim injunction in favor of Marc Salon in a case against GM Sales involving claims of passing off, copyright infringement, and unfair trade practices. The ruling underscores the protection of Marc Salon’s unique furniture designs and highlights the significance of intellectual property rights in the industry. Continue Reading Marc Salon’s Design Makes the Cut: Court Grants Injunction

BananaIP Reporter Case Reviews, Copyrights, Intellectual Property July 4, 2024 378Views 0Like

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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

Indian Patent and Design Statistics 2024 (June 21st to 28th)

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

Marc Salon’s Design Makes the Cut: Court Grants Injunction

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