Supreme Court Sends ‘Officer’s Choice vs Original Choice’ Whisky Trademark Battle to Mediation
The Supreme Court of India is once again dealing with a trademark showdown—this time between two popular whisky brands locked in long-running trademark battle, Original Choice vs Officer’s Choice trademark case. each claiming the other’s branding is too similar and unfairly piggybacks on the goodwill they’ve built over the years. It’s a classic example of […]
Calcutta High Court Invalidates JAYS Trademark After Trademark Dispute with PepsiCo
Trademark protection is super important because it helps you safeguard your brand’s unique identity—and it also gives you the right to stop others from using names that look or sound like yours. A perfect example of this is the recent LAYS vs JAYS Trademark case involving PepsiCo’s popular snack brand Lay’s. The Calcutta High Court […]
Glucon-D Loses Interim Trademark Fight Against Glucose-D in Himachal Pradesh High Court
Trademark protection is super important for any business that wants to secure its unique identity—whether it’s the name, logo, tagline, color, or anything that represents the brand. But sometimes, courts reject trademark claims when they feel the mark isn’t actually as unique as the brand believes. That’s exactly what happened in the Glucon-D vs Glucose-D […]
Delhi High Court Grants Interim Relief to Dream11 in Trademark Infringement Case
Another trademark case has grabbed headlines in India, and this time it involves one of the most well-known names in fantasy sports, the it is Dream11 Trademark Case. The platform is no stranger to making news, usually for big wins or major partnerships, but this time it’s all about trademark protection. The Delhi High Court […]
Russia’s Legal Loopholes Fuel Trademark Poaching Against Major International Brands
The Russia–Ukraine war has shaken up business on both sides, but the impact has been especially huge in Russia, where many major global brands once had a massive market. And at this point, the country is facing the situation of trademark poaching in Russia. After the invasion, countless companies pulled out, and now, as some […]
Cody Rhodes Wins Resolution in WWE “American Nightmare” Trademark Case
Trademark fights are nothing new—especially in the entertainment world—and WWE’s Cody Rhodes recently found himself in the middle of one. This dispute had plenty of twists, all centered around the phrase “WWE and Cody Rhodes American Nightmare,” a name that plays a huge role in Cody’s wrestling identity. The American Nightmare Trademark Case took several […]
Dior’s Trademark for Perfume and Lipstick Bottle Rejected by EUIPO
Dior is one of the world’s most iconic luxury brands, known for everything from high-end fashion and handbags to makeup and perfumes. It’s a go-to name for people who love premium, stylish products. EUIPO Rejects Diors Trademark But recently, Dior made headlines for a completely different reason—its attempt to trademark one of its signature bottle […]
CGPDTM Corrigendum 2025: Application Deadline Extended to 21 November for Trade Marks & Copyright Posts
A fresh update has just dropped from the Office of the CGPDTM. The authority has officially issued a new public release on its website, announcing the extension of the application deadline for the posts of Deputy Registrar, Assistant Registrar, and Examiner of Trademark, Geographical Indications & Copyright for the CGPDTM Recruitment 2025. This update comes […]
Delhi HC Bans Hotel From Using ‘Bukhara’ Name, Rules in Favour of ITC’s Iconic Restaurant
The Delhi High Court is once again in the spotlight with another big trademark dispute, this time involving one of India’s most well-known brands, ITC Limited. The company recently filed a case against a restaurant that was using the name “Bukhara”, a name famously associated with ITC’s iconic restaurant at the ITC Maurya Hotel. Delhi […]
Delhi Court Protected Carnatic Café Trademark, Bars Bengaluru Firm from Using ‘Carnatic
Trademarks are one of the best ways for businesses to protect their identity and brand value, ensuring that no one else can unfairly benefit from their reputation. Trademark rights give companies the legal power to act if someone tries to copy or misuse their brand name — and that’s exactly what happened in the Carnatic […]