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COCOMELON spells a 'Melon'cholic end for Copycat Competitors

COCOMELON spells a ‘Melon’cholic end for Copycat Competitors

The Delhi High Court ordered the cancellation of a deceptively similar COCOMELON trademark registered by the respondent. Treasure Studio Inc., the creators of the globally recognized children’s brand, successfully secured relief, ensuring stronger protection for its distinctive trademark and intellectual property rights. Continue Reading COCOMELON spells a ‘Melon’cholic end for Copycat Competitors

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"TATA COPPER+ WATER” Trademark Infringement Injuncted with Nominal Damages

“TATA COPPER+ WATER” Trademark Infringement Injuncted with Nominal Damages

The Delhi High Court issued a permanent injunction in favor of Tata Sons, preventing the use of trademarks and trade dress similar to “TATA COPPER+ WATER.” The defendant ceased infringement and nominal damages of ₹1,00,000 were awarded, acknowledging the defendant’s cooperation and first-time offense. Continue Reading “TATA COPPER+ WATER” Trademark Infringement Injuncted with Nominal Damages

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Rummy Culture and Gameskraft Trademarks: Order to Take Down Infringing Online Gaming Websites and Apps

Rummy Culture and Gameskraft Trademarks: Order to Take Down Infringing Online Gaming Websites and Apps

The Delhi High Court granted Gameskraft Technologies an interim injunction against websites infringing on its trademarks, including RummyCulture, ordering a takedown and domain block. The order protects Gameskraft’s IP, restraining defendants from further infringement or using SEO keywords linked to Gameskraft’s trademarks. Continue Reading Rummy Culture and Gameskraft Trademarks: Order to Take Down Infringing Online Gaming Websites and Apps

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Court restores patent application despite missed deadline to file request for examination

Court restores patent application despite missed deadline to file request for examination

The Delhi High Court restored Bry-Air’s patent application after finding the delay was due to the former patent agent’s negligence, not the petitioner’s actions. The court emphasized that applicants should not suffer due to agents’ faults and allowed Bry-Air to proceed with Form 18 submission for patent examination. Continue Reading Court restores patent application despite missed deadline to file request for examination

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Telugu Actor Manchu Vishnu gets a John Doe Order to prevent misuse of his Name, voice and Likeness

Telugu Actor Manchu Vishnu gets a John Doe Order to prevent misuse of his Name, voice and Likeness

The Delhi High Court granted Telugu actor Manchu Vishnu an interim injunction, barring content creators from unauthorized use of his name, image, and voice. The Court ordered the removal of defamatory content and directed YouTube to identify infringing accounts. Continue Reading Telugu Actor Manchu Vishnu gets a John Doe Order to prevent misuse of his Name, voice and Likeness

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Delhi High Court Orders Restoration of Patent Lapsed Due to Communication Error of the Patent Office

Delhi High Court Orders Restoration of Patent Lapsed Due to Communication Error of the Patent Office

The Delhi High Court ruled in favor of Thijs, Roeland Michel Mathieu, ordering the restoration of Patent No. 408932 after it lapsed due to a communication error by the Patent Office. The court determined the lapse was not intentional on the appellant’s part and required the respondent to restore the patent upon payment of the renewal fee. Continue Reading Delhi High Court Orders Restoration of Patent Lapsed Due to Communication Error of the Patent Office

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Trademarks and Family Disputes: Without an Agreement in Writing, Trademarks Cannot be Deemed to be Assigned

Trademarks and Family Disputes: Without an Agreement in Writing, Trademarks Cannot be Deemed to be Assigned

The Delhi High Court ruled in favor of Chasvinder Singh, affirming his exclusive rights over the SAP SWISS trademark in an appeal concerning its use by family members in the automotive industry. The court set aside a prior interim injunction and clarified the importance of written agreements in trademark assignments, concluding that no binding family settlement included the transfer of trademark rights. Continue Reading Trademarks and Family Disputes: Without an Agreement in Writing, Trademarks Cannot be Deemed to be Assigned

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Copying of Artistic Architectural Works in Brochure for Advertising Restrained

Copying of Artistic Architectural Works in Brochure for Advertising Restrained

In a copyright dispute, the Delhi High Court issued an interim injunction restraining Navraj Infratech from using artistic architectural works of Countrywide Promoters. The court found prima facie infringement of copyright and passing off. The case is set for further hearings in January 2025. Continue Reading Copying of Artistic Architectural Works in Brochure for Advertising Restrained

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Lacoste chomps down Crocodile, wins injunction based on prior use of Trademark

Lacoste chomps down Crocodile, wins injunction based on prior use of Trademark

The Delhi High Court ruled in favor of Lacoste in its trademark infringement suit against Crocodile International. Lacoste was granted a permanent injunction to prevent Crocodile International from using a deceptively similar crocodile logo in India, with the Court ruling that Lacoste’s trademark rights had been violated. Crocodile International was also ordered to submit statements of profits made since 1998. Continue Reading Lacoste chomps down Crocodile, wins injunction based on prior use of Trademark

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Volvo drives home a victory in Trademark ‘Volvo Pump’ dispute

Volvo drives home a victory in Trademark ‘Volvo Pump’ dispute

The Delhi High Court granted an ex-parte ad-interim injunction in favor of Volvo against M/s Grasp Engineering for using the trademark “VOLVO PUMPS” without authorization. The court found Grasp’s actions likely to deceive consumers and harm Volvo’s reputation, leading to the restriction of Grasp’s use of the mark until further hearings. Continue Reading Volvo drives home a victory in Trademark ‘Volvo Pump’ dispute

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