The Delhi High Court in its judgment dated August 16, 2023, embarked on a comprehensive examination of the trademark dispute involving Sun Pharma […]
An analysis of trademark infringement and validity in the case of PANTOCID vs. PANTOPACID
Trademark
Unravelling Trademark Boundaries: The Intricate Dispute between ‘ARTIZE’ and ‘ARTIS’
In the fiercely competitive industry, safeguarding one’s brand identity becomes paramount, as it can determine the fate of a business. Trademark infringement is […]
Analysing the Doctrine of “Approbate & Reprobate” in Indian Trade Mark Law
The doctrine of approbate and reprobate traces its roots to Scottish law. It stems from the principles of equity and estoppel, and may […]
POLO – A Gameplay of Trademarks
On July 14, 2023, a Single Judge in the matter of The Polo/Lauren Company LP v. M/s Home Needs [CS(COMM)1722/2020] held that the Defendant’s marks/labels […]
“WHITEHAT SR” Logo deceptively similar to “WHITEHAT JR” Trademark: Delhi High Court
In a recent dispute between WhiteHat Education Technology Private Limited and Vinay Kumar Singh, the Delhi High Court has delivered a summary… Read […]
Court denies interim relief to Bhaiya Ji
The Delhi High Court recently denied granting interim relief by way of injunction sought by TV 18 Broadcast Limited (“the plaintiff”) on the […]
Keyword Trademark Usage in Google Ads – Delhi High Court Division Bench Affirms Trademark Infringement
The use of trademarks as keywords in Google Ads has been a topic of legal debate for some time. In a recent judgement […]
Progression of IP Dispute Resolution- Transitioning from IPAB to Specialized IP Divisions in High Courts
The role of specialized tribunals, such as the former Intellectual Property Appellate Board (IPAB) and current IP division/benches in several High Courts, play […]
Unravelling Trademark Ownership: The Dispute over ‘STANVAC’ in Delhi High Court
While adjudicating prior use disputes, Indian courts have consistently relied on substantial evidence by any claimant of such prior use to establish their […]
Whispers of BISTRO: Deciphering the CHINA BISTRO Trademark Enigma
In a recent legal development, the Delhi High Court issued a temporary restraining order against the renowned fast food chain WOW! Momo, preventing […]