Understanding well-known trademarks application in India

The article aims to shed light on the nuances of well-known trademarks. It is divided into three parts: Part I discusses the origin and statutory provisions governing well-known trademarks in India; Part II analyzes the benefits of gaining a well-known trademark status for businesses; Part III details out the procedure for seeking a well-known trademark status, and Part IV concludes the article.

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Use of a trademark as keyword in Google’s Ad Programme amounts to Use and Constitutes Infringement – Delhi High Court

The Appellants, Google India (P) Ltd., is a non-exclusive reseller of the Google Ads Programme in India, whereas the Respondents were DRS Logistics (P) Ltd., and Agarwal Packers and Movers (P) Ltd., who are leading packaging, moving and logistics service providers in the country.

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Interpretation of Section 16(1) of the Indian Patents Act in Syngenta Limited vs. Controller of Patents and Designs

The legal case of Syngenta Limited vs. Controller Of Patents And Designs revolves around the interpretation of Section 16(1) of the Indian Patents Act. This section pertains to the power of the Controller to make orders regarding the division of patent applications, specifically focusing on scenarios where a divisional application is filed to address objections raised by the Controller. The case raises questions about the requirement of containing claims relating to multiple inventions in the…

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Summary and Analysis of The Draft Patents (Amendment) Rules, 2023

The Ministry of Commerce and Industry has recently released The Draft Patents (Amendment) Rules 2023 for public comment. Interested parties can submit their feedback.

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Service of notice is completed when it is received by the party, not as soon as it is sent by the Trade mark office

When a trademark application is filed and subsequently accepted by the Trademark Office, it doesn't mean an immediate registration. Instead, the accepted application is published in the Trademarks Journal for third parties, who might have concerns or disputes about the trademark, to come forward and oppose the application.

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A judicial lens on controversial IP realities in India

In a recent order passed on August 3, 2023, the Delhi HC in Ravi Manchanda v. Registrar of Trademarks rather scathingly pointed out a glaring error in an order passed by the Senior Examiner of Trademarks. In a case that was described as ‘sui-generis’, the Hon’ble Judge drew attention to a critical discrepancy – the absence of the impugned "order" in the communication sent to the concerned parties.

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Can’t sue for trademark infringement, but passing off remains an option if trademarks of both parties are registered rules Kerala High Court

The case involved a dispute between Wipro Enterprises Ltd., the registered owner of the trademark "Chandrika," in respect of goods covered in class 3, and M/S Mariyas Soaps and Chemicals, the registered owner of the trademark "Chandra" in respect of goods covered in class 3. The court's ruling sheds light on the rights and limitations of registered trademark owners and the grounds for seeking relief in cases of similarity between registered marks.

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Copyright Societies directed to refrain from collecting royalties for musical performances and sound recordings during marriage functions

The Copyright & Design Section operating under the Department of Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), Ministry of Commerce & Industry, Government of India by Public Notice dated July 24, 2023 has addressed concerns surrounding the alleged collection of royalties by Copyright Societies for musical performances and sound recordings during marriage functions.

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Trademark Infringement and Unfair Trade Practices: The Calvin Klein Case

In this article, we delve into the intricacies of the Calvin Klein case, exploring the Court's findings, and the implications of such actions on brand reputation and consumer trust. The plaintiff's trademark "Calvin Klein" was established and adopted in 1967, deriving its name from the founder. Since its inception, the plaintiff has extensively utilized both "Calvin Klein" and the abbreviated form "CK."

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Restoring Patent Applications: Indian Courts’ Stance on missing of deadlines to request examination or respond to examination reports

As patent attorneys, adhering to deadlines is pivotal for the success of a patent application. In India, two critical deadlines to bear in mind while prosecuting patent applications are those for filing a request for examination and responding to the first examination report.

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