Brands in Metaverse: from the filing of trademarks to their enforcement
The term “Metaverse” broke into the public consciousness in October 2021 when Facebook renamed itself, Meta, a testament to its ambition in this new arena. […]
Trademark
Delhi HC in trademark violation case by Louis Vuitton against banned Chinese e-shopping portal
When it comes to the fashion industry, it’s a lot easier to make counterfeit products. The imitators replicate the style and add the brand name. […]
AMUL v. AMUL Candles: A classic case of encashing goodwill
INTRODUCTION AMUL has been a part of everyone’s childhood. The delicious treats and wide variety of products that this establishment has to offer have attracted […]
‘BOLTING’ TO BE TRADEMARKED SOON
After registering his name “ lighting Bolt ” and the slogan “ BOLT THE WORLD”, the fastest man in the world i.e. Usain Bolt is […]
CASE STUDY OF LEVI STRAUSS & CO. v. IMPERIAL ONLINE SERVICES PRIVATE LIMITED & ORS.
Introduction The famous case of Levi Strauss & Co. v. Imperial Online Services Pvt. Ltd. is bound to become a landmark decision in the field […]
Pepsi Co V. Ramdev Industries: A study into trademark infringement
Introduction: This article is a study of the Delhi High Court’s recent judgment wherein Pepsi Co’s Lays, the plaintiff, was granted ad-interim relief. The Hon’ble […]
ZARA V. HOUSE OF ZANA
Did anyone think of the fact that how similar Zana and Zara sound that one might confuse it with the other like you plan to […]
Can Keywords Infringe Trademark?
Introduction The internet is undoubtedly an indispensable part of our lives. In this digital age, there is nothing that cannot be found on Google and […]
Can advertising campaigns be protected under Intellectual Property?
Delhi High Court in the case of Bright Lifecare Pvt Ltd v Vini Cosmetics Pvt Ltd Do you want to buy shoes? You searched them […]
Certificate Course on Trade mark Law and Advocacy
After huge demand for us to start specialized courses on IP, we are here to bring our second edition of the certificate course on trademark […]
Delhi HC recognises trade mark rights in film titles: End of 20-year old SHOLAY battle
Delhi High Court rules on Trademark law on film titles Facts in brief The case is centred on the popular iconic film ‘Sholay’ which was […]
Playing in the ‘Grey Area’: Thin line between Comparative Advertisement and disparagement
Brands have to face cutthroat competition in the market in order to get their product into the best seller’s list. The market is flooded with […]
Extension in a prior injunction in Trademark “Beardo” Infringement Case: Delhi High Court
A Single Bench of the Delhi High Court in Zed Lifestyle Pvt Ltd v. Hardik Mukeshbhai Pansheriya[1] dealt with the issue to restrain the defendant company […]
The tales of hues and harmonies: Trademark Protection of single colour and sound marks
Part 2B: Yodel and more: Indian sound marks galore Picking up where we left off last, the concept of sound trademarks is not new to […]
The Facebook and Twitter Saga: Social media and Its Implications on Trademark
Introduction Social media have transformed the way people interact in today’s society. Facebook has expanded more than five times in the previous two years to […]
The tales of hues and harmonies: Trademark Protection of single colour and sound marks
Part 2A: Pop, pop, fizz: Sound marks in the ‘biz’ Further to our discussion on ‘single colour trademarks’ which are one kind of unconventional trademarks, […]
Swiggy’s Ambush Marketing goes unnoticed – or does it?
Nowadays, brands are implementing their creative advertising and marketing strategies in full swing. From Zomato’s notifications to Cred’s TV adverts, businesses are trying out new […]
The tale of Trademark infringement on social media: From Protection to disparagement
Introduction “The internet is becoming the town square for the global village of tomorrow as humbly stated by Bill Gates”. The way we interact and […]
The tales of hues and harmonies: Trademark Protection of single colour and sound marks
Part 1B: Colour & Contrast in India Resuming our discussion on the golden bunny and legality of colours as trademarks, India is not oblivious to […]
JOURNEY OF McDonald’s- Reflection on the movie ‘The Founder’
The movie ‘the Founder’ is delightful to understand what is meant by the term “founder”. Is it someone who conceives the idea, expresses it, and […]