The Delhi High Court has granted well-known trademark status to the iconic Birkin bag shape and three Hermès marks, strengthening their legal protection in India. The ruling confirms Birkin’s global distinctiveness and bars unauthorised reproduction or imitation.
The Bombay High Court upheld the Registrar’s decision to deny TikTok “well-known” trademark status due to the ongoing national ban over security concerns. The Court emphasized that the ban was a valid basis for the decision, even though TikTok argued procedural errors and brand popularity were overlooked.
KFC has filed a lawsuit against Nashville Fried Chicken in the Delhi High Court, claiming that the sale of similar products could mislead the public into believing that the two brands are connected. New Delhi: Fast food giant Kentucky Fried Chicken (KFC) has filed a petition with the Delhi High Court challenging Massive Restaurants Private […]
The applicant alleges that the withdrawal of the “CHUTIYARAM” trademark registration was a result of media pressure and systemic bias. They claim that the trademark registry’s decision was influenced by a media trial rather than legal grounds. Additionally, the applicant argues that there is an inherent prejudice against Hindi and other vernacular languages in the registration process. The case has raised concerns about fairness in trademark approvals and linguistic discrimination.
The Trade Marks Registry accepted the ‘CHUTIYARAM’ trademark for a namkeen and biscuits brand. The examiner said that the name is made of two random words, ‘Chuti’ and ‘Ram’, and is unique. Since there were no strong objections, the trademark was approved. This shows that a brand name must be different and special to get registered.
Yesterday (2nd April) Delhi HC officially recognized Haldiram as a renowned brand and its distinctive symbols as well-known trademarks for food products and eateries. The Court emphasized the brand’s cultural and commercial influence, granting it protection from deceptive usage. This ruling highlights the brand’s quality and distinctiveness, extending beyond geographical boundaries and consumer perceptions.
Delhi High Court has recently ruled in favor of the iconic “Dolma Aunty Momos,” leading to the cancellation of a competing trademark “Dolma. New Delhi, India – The Delhi High Court has recently ruled in favor of the iconic “Dolma Aunty Momos,” leading to the cancellation of a competing trademark “Dolma” that was registered by […]
