Trademark Cancellation Archives

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

December 2, 2024 BananaIP Reporter Case Reviews, Intellectual Property, Trademarks 0Comment 305Views 1Like

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Court directs cancellation of “STAR” Trademark for lack of honest and concurrent use

The Madras High Court, in a dispute involving STAR Plastics and S Star Trading Co., canceled the latter’s trademark under Class 11, citing deceptive similarity and dishonest adoption. The Court upheld STAR Plastics’ prior use and registration rights, directing the Registrar to remove the 1st Respondent’s trademark from the registry. Continue Reading Court directs cancellation of “STAR” Trademark for lack of honest and concurrent use

November 22, 2024 IP AI Reporter Case Reviews, Intellectual Property, Trademarks 0Comment 243Views 3Likes

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‘Prime’ Trademark Registration for Salt Cancelled based on Prior, Continuous Use

In the case of Koteshwar Chemfood Industries Pvt. Ltd. v. Sachdeva and Sons Industries Pvt. Ltd., the Delhi High Court ordered rectification of the ‘PRIME’ trademark, removing salt and spices due to non-use, following a petition filed by Koteshwar Chemfood. Continue Reading ‘Prime’ Trademark Registration for Salt Cancelled based on Prior, Continuous Use

September 27, 2024 IP AI Reporter Case Reviews, Intellectual Property, Trademarks 0Comment 389Views 1Like

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Prakash Pipes prevails over later trademark for ‘Prakash’

The Madras High Court granted a rectification petition filed by Prakash Pipes Limited, canceling Mr. Rama’s ‘PRAKASH’ trademark for non-use. The Court found the registration to be malicious, aimed at unlawful enrichment, and noted the Petitioner’s long-standing rights and goodwill associated with the trademark. Continue Reading Prakash Pipes prevails over later trademark for ‘Prakash’

September 9, 2024 BananaIP Reporter Case Reviews, Intellectual Property, Trademarks 0Comment 395Views 3Likes

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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