The Delhi High Court upheld ITC’s injunction against Arpita Agro, restraining the company from using the trademark ‘POWRNYM.’ The Court ruled that the mark was deceptively similar to ITC’s ‘NIMYLE’ and ‘JOR-POWR,’ violating trademark rights. The judgment emphasized that contractual obligations and trade dress similarities must be strictly adhered to in trademark disputes.
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“DREAM FREEDOM” Trademark removed from register for Deceptive Similarity
The Delhi High Court ruled in favor of Gemini Edibles and Fats India Ltd. in a trademark rectification petition, directing the removal of the “DREAM FREEDOM” mark from the Register of Trade Marks. The court found that the respondent had deceptively adopted the mark and trade dress of Gemini’s “FREEDOM” brand, leading to potential consumer confusion. The ruling reinforced the principles of prior use and deceptive similarity in trademark law.
Read more about “DREAM FREEDOM” Trademark removed from register for Deceptive SimilarityA battle for respect : Svamaan Financial Takes on Sammaan Capital in Trademark case
In a significant trademark dispute, the Delhi High Court ruled in favor of Svamaan Financial Services, granting an interim injunction against Sammaan Capital Limited and its affiliates. The Court found that the defendants’ marks were deceptively similar to Svamaan, potentially misleading consumers. The ruling reinforces the importance of brand identity and legal recourse in financial services.
Read more about A battle for respect : Svamaan Financial Takes on Sammaan Capital in Trademark caseCan you reuse a discarded bottle to refill and sell your own goods or products?
The Madhya Pradesh High Court ruled in favor of Mount Everest Breweries Ltd., prohibiting the reuse of embossed beer bottles. The decision upheld the Excise Commissioner’s order, stating that reusing marked bottles leads to consumer deception and violates intellectual property rights. The appeal overturned the previous order, reinforcing legal protections for trademarks in the beer industry.
Read more about Can you reuse a discarded bottle to refill and sell your own goods or products?Shoes, footwears and deceptive similarity in Trademark law
The Delhi High Court granted a permanent injunction in favor of New Balance Athletics, Inc., restraining Kiran Shoe Company from infringing its trademarks. The Court awarded ₹7,00,000 in damages and costs, emphasizing that the defendant’s actions were deliberate and aimed at leveraging New Balance’s reputation.
Read more about Shoes, footwears and deceptive similarity in Trademark lawCourt reiterates importance of protecting consumers from confusion in case of pharma products
The Delhi High Court deliberated a trademark infringement case between Modi MundiPharma and Win Health Pharma. Allegations of deceptively similar trademarks in pharmaceutical products were raised, with the Court emphasizing the risk of consumer confusion. The application to challenge the validity of the defendant’s marks was disposed of, framing key issues on the marks’ invalidity.
Read more about Court reiterates importance of protecting consumers from confusion in case of pharma productsA jolly win for ‘JOLLY RANCHER’ against ‘JOKY RAMPER’
The Delhi High Court issued a permanent injunction and awarded damages to Iconic IP Interests LLC and The Hershey Company in a trademark infringement and passing off case against Sarju Confectionery LLP. The defendant was found guilty of exploiting the goodwill associated with the “JOLLY RANCHER” mark by using a deceptively similar mark, “JOKY RAMPER,” and packaging.
Read more about A jolly win for ‘JOLLY RANCHER’ against ‘JOKY RAMPER’Not everyone’s cup of coffee! Cothas Coffee sips a trademark victory
The Bengaluru Court ruled in favor of Cothas Coffee in a trademark infringement and passing-off suit, granting a permanent injunction against Defendants for using “COTHA.” The case highlights the importance of trademark rights and adherence to legal agreements in competitive business practices.
Read more about Not everyone’s cup of coffee! Cothas Coffee sips a trademark victoryTrademark Win: Swatch Group’s careful watch leads to Permanent Injunction
The Patiala House Courts in New Delhi delivered a decisive ruling in favor of Swatch Group, issuing a permanent injunction against four traders for trademark infringement and passing off. The court ordered the destruction of counterfeit goods and awarded costs to the plaintiffs, affirming their statutory rights under the Trade Marks Act, 1999.
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The Delhi High Court granted an interim injunction to ITC Limited, restraining Arpita Agro from using the deceptively similar trademark “POWRNYM.” The case highlights issues of trademark infringement, passing off, and contractual obligations, emphasizing the importance of protecting intellectual property rights.
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