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 […]
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 […]
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 […]