The Principle of “Use in Commerce”: As per the Abitron Case
Introduction In the dynamic world of trademark law, the principle of “use in commerce” serves as a cornerstone for establishing and protecting trademark rights. The […]
Certificate Course on Media and Entertainment Laws (18th November to 10th December 2023)- The IP Press
Are you passionate about the world of media and entertainment? Do you want to gain a deeper understanding of the legal intricacies that govern these […]
Delhi High Court’s Landmark Order: Protecting Anil Kapoor’s Persona in the Age of AI – An Indian Legal Perspective
In a groundbreaking decision that has far-reaching implications for the world of entertainment, privacy, and artificial intelligence (AI), the Delhi High Court recently passed an […]
Vasundhra Jewellers Pvt. Ltd. Vs. Vasundhara Fashion Jewelry LLP and Ors.
Neutral Citation: 2023/DHC/4960 Decided On: 19.07.2023 Hon’ble Judge/Coram: Amit Bansal, J. Procedural History: The application filed by the plaintiff under Order XXXIX Rules 1 and […]
‘Insuring’ the Trademark: Delhi High Court Pronounces Victory for Coverfox and Acko Over Policy Bazaar
Introduction In the case of Policy Bazar Insurance Web Aggregator & Anr. v. Coverfox Insurance Broking Pvt. Ltd. & Ors., the Delhi High Court on […]
Twitter v. Threads: A Critical Call for Indian Legal Landscape
The digital world is in a fix with Twitter and Meta (the parent company of Facebook) locking horns over the new-born Threads app. This stand-off […]
Loaded with Cheese and Deception?- Dominick Pizza Permanently Restrained From Using Mark Deceptively Similar To Domino’s
Introduction On September 26, 2023, the Delhi High Court handed down a permanent injunction against a pizza outlet located in Ghaziabad. This injunction prohibits the […]
Living Media India Limited vs. AABTAK CHANNEL.COM and the Dominant Mark Dilemma
Case: Living Media India Limited & Anr. vs. AABTAK CHANNEL.COM (John Does) & Ors. Case Citation: CS(COMM) 193/2022 & I.A. 4841/2022 in the High Court […]
Crash Course on Patent Agent Examination 2024 (25th November 2023 to 6th January 2024)- The IP Press
Following a favorable outcome of preparing candidates for the patent agent exam in 2022 and 2023, The IP Press presents the third cohort of the […]
India’s G20 Presidency: A Strategic Vision for Intellectual Property, Trade, and Responsible Artificial Intelligence
India’s assumption of the presidency of the Group of Twenty (G20) presents a defining moment in global diplomacy and policy formulation. It elevates its status […]
The Brihan Karan Verdict: A Closer Look at the Legal Tango of Acquiescence, Appellate Interference, and Passing off
Introduction On September 14, 2023, the Supreme Court issued a judgment in the case of Brihan Karan Sugar Syndicate Private Limited v. Yashwantrao Mohite Krushna […]
GLOBAL INNOVATION INDEX REPORT HIGHLIGHTS 2023
The GII 2023 tracks global innovation trends against a background of uncertainty caused by slow economic recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic, high interest rates, and […]
Modern Snacks Pvt. Ltd. vs. Modern Foods Enterprises Pvt. Ltd.
Case Citation: MANU/DE/4236/2023, Delhi High Court, decided on July 4, 2023. Introduction: The case involves a dispute between two companies, namely M/s Modern Food Enterprises […]
Bombay High Court Refuses to Stay the Release of Dream Girl 2
INTRODUCTION: Lights, Camera and deja vu! It’s not the first time a Bollywood film is accused of being a copy or plagiarism. The world of […]
Gujarat High Court Upholds Necessity of Registrar’s Opinion on Trademark Infringement in Police Search & Seizure Cases
In a significant ruling in the case of Mihir Surendrabhai Shah v. State Of Gujarat,[1] the Gujarat High Court has cemented the principle necessitating the […]
Carlton Shoes Ltd. and Ors. vs. VIP Industries Ltd.
Case Citation: MANU/DE/4605/2023Jurisdiction: High Court of DelhiDate of Decision: July 17, 2023Hon’ble Judge: Jyoti Singh, J. Acts/Rules/Orders: Code of Civil Procedure, 1908 (CPC) – Order […]
Scan, Stream, and Trademark: Exploring Intellectual Property in Spotify Codes
What are Spotify Codes? A Spotify code is a machine–readable code in an image that is unique to Spotify, one of the largest audio streaming […]
In the Nick of Time: Madras High Court Analyses ‘Relevant Date’ in Trademark Infringement Lawsuits
Introduction In the domain of intellectual property law, establishing the relevant date for substantiating allegations of trademark infringement and passing off is of utmost significance. […]
Workshop on Trademark Search and Opinion
Greetings from THE IP PRESS! Learn how to conduct effective searches and share accurate opinions with clients. Join us for this free workshop on Trademark Search […]
The Battle of Composite Labels: ‘d mart’ vs. D MART – Unravelling the Trademark Conflict
Introduction In a judgment titled “Dolphin Mart Private Limited Vs. Avenue Supermarts Limited & Anr.” the Hon’ble Delhi High Court while denying interim injunction to […]