Delhi High court Ruled that Common Names Like ‘NEHA’ Can Be Trademarked If They Gain Distinctiveness Through Use. Quoting, “Trademark rights don’t arise in the abstract… they accrue through real commercial activity that identifies product origin.”
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.
The Delhi High Court on Monday (23rd Dec) ordered the suspension of fraudulent social media accounts and websites falsely offering Reliance Retail dealership applications. The court tasked the cyber cell to investigate and report back, while also directing banks to suspend associated accounts. Victims reported financial losses due to the scams, prompting legal action against the impersonators.
Former Bombay High Court judge Gautam Patel discussed AI’s influence on copyright and trademark laws during the 5th Professor Shamnad Basheer Memorial Lecture. He examined issues of fair use, deepfakes, and the nature of AI as a creator or tool in intellectual property, raising critical questions about legal complexities and the originality of AI-generated works.
The Bombay High Court granted ex parte relief to Skechers in a trademark infringement case against counterfeit goods sold by defendants. The court recognized the defendants’ actions as dishonest and emphasized the need to protect Skechers’ brand and consumer interests. The ruling highlights the significance of safeguarding intellectual property in the footwear industry.