Case Analysis: BEST Sport & Freizeit GmbH v. Registrar of Trademarks
Case Citation: 2023:MHC:3879 Introduction: In the case of BEST Sport & Freizeit GmbH v. Registrar of Trademarks, the appellant, BEST Sport & Freizeit GmbH, a […]
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Corporate Interests vs. Public Interest: The Delhi High Court’s Verdict on PepsiCo’s Potato Variety
On July 5th, the Delhi High Court dismissed PepsiCo India Holdings’ appeal[1] to overturn an order from the Protection of Plant Varieties and Farmers’ Rights […]
Legal Clash: Delhi High Court Halts Parle’s Use of ‘For The Bold’ Tagline in ‘B Fizz’ Drink Advertising Following PepsiCo’s Suit
INTRODUCTION: In a recent legal battle that has grabbed the attention and views of the whole Indian beverage industry, the Hon’ble Delhi High Court has […]
Protecting Copyright in the Digital Age: A Case Analysis of Universal City Studios LLC. & Ors. v. DOTMOVIES.BABY & Ors.
Case Citation: CS(COMM) 514/2023 and I.A. 14120/2023, 14122/2023 in the High Court of Delhi at New Delhi Introduction The case of Universal City Studios LLC. […]
Decentralized Dispute Resolution for Digital Copyright Disputes?
In today’s digital age, the copyright industry faces a formidable challenge: the scarcity of accessible avenues for resolving disputes, particularly those involving low monetary value […]
Streaming Dynamics Altered: Appreciating Delhi HC’s ‘Dynamic+ Injunction’ against Rogue Streaming Websites
Introduction In a groundbreaking ruling, the Delhi High Court has taken a decisive step to prevent the unauthorized streaming and downloading of copyrighted content from […]
From Inspiration to Imitation: The Copyright Drama Unfolding
The Delhi High Court has issued a summons to a digital platform called ‘People of India (POI)’ following a copyright infringement lawsuit brought forth by […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]