Lala Ji Diamond Trademark Case: Rajasthan HC Reinforces Mandatory Notice Requirement Under Trademarks Act
In a significant ruling on trademark law, the Rajasthan High Court emphasized the importance of issuing a mandatory notice before removing a registered trademark in the “Lala Ji Diamond trademark case.” The Court firmly stated that Jitendra Goyal, the creator of the former trademark “Lala Ji Diamond,” could not lose his rights without following the […]
Disproportionate: Delhi HC Quashed 12 Lakh Fine on Vi-John in Trademark Infringement Case Against Dabur
Big update in the Vi-John vs. Dabur trademark case—on July 31, 2025, the Delhi High Court decided that the ₹12 lakh fine on Vi-John was too harsh, especially since the delay in their response wasn’t serious enough to deserve such a high cost. Dabur said that Vi-John’s toothpaste looked too similar to its Meswak product—right […]
Anupam Mittal’s Take on Maganlal Chikki: A Lesson in IP Protection
Anupam Mittal, the entrepreneur behind Shaadi.com, recently posted on LinkedIn about his experience in Lonavala. While walking around Maganlal Nagar, the very famous place, he noticed something familiar at nearly every stall: the name “Maganlal Chikki.” Maganlal Chikki, an Indian snack, now commands a market estimated at ₹450 crore annually. But the sad part is, […]
Apple Inc. Initiates Lawsuit Over Alleged Trademark Violation by Apple Cinemas
Apple is making headlines once again, but this time for a different reason. It’s not due to the launch of a new product or streaming series, but rather because the company has filed a trademark infringement lawsuit against Apple Cinemas, a regional movie theater chain operated by Sand Media Corp. Apple alleges that the theater […]
Dabur vs. Patanjali: Toothpaste Packaging Dispute Heads to Trial After Mediation Fails
A major update has come in the trademark dispute between Dabur-Patanjali mediation fails in the toothpaste packaging dispute. In the recent update, the Delhi High Court was notified that the mediation efforts between Dabur and Patanjali had not succeeded. The case revolves around allegations made by Dabur, accusing Patanjali of copying the trade dress, i.e., […]
Columbia Sportswear Sues Columbia University Over Trademark Dispute
Recently, a big piece of news has come. Columbia Sportswear filed a lawsuit against Columbia University. The case was filed on July 23 in the U.S. District Court, and it’s all about trademark infringement. Columbia Sportswear, which is a huge name worldwide for outdoor gear—like outerwear, sportswear, headgear, and even camping equipment—is accusing the university […]
NLU Delhi Launches One-Year LL.M. in Intellectual Property Law in Collaboration with Indian Patent Office
In a major step toward strengthening India’s intellectual property (IP) ecosystem, the circular officially announces admissions for the one-year LL.M. (Professional). NLU Delhi launches a one-year LL.M. collaboration with the Office of the Controller General of Patents, Designs and Trade Marks (CGPDTM) and has officially announced admissions for a one-year LL.M. This flagship program is part […]
Bombay High Court Upholds KPL’s Rights Over ‘Kirloskar’ Trademark
Big news is coming from Bombay, where the Bombay High Court has supported Kirloskar Proprietary Limited’s (KPL) right to use and manage the ‘Kirloskar’ brand name. Earlier, the Pune court had stopped KPL from giving permission to others to use the brand, but the High Court has now allowed it again. What Led to the […]
Ferrero Wins: Nutella Declared Well-Known Trademark by Delhi High Court
One big piece of news is making headlines in India. On July 29, 2025, the Delhi HC announced that Nutella is a well-known trademark under Indian law. This decision came during a Nutella trademark case filed by Nutella’s maker, Ferrero, against a company accused of selling fake Nutella products in India. This trademark infringement case […]
Delhi High Court Rules in Favor of Titan in Trademark Infringement Case Against Lenskart
A high-profile case in the Delhi High Court has recently made headlines for its intriguing reasoning. The court ruled in favor of Titan Company Limited in the matter of Titan vs. Lenskart, where Titan filed a lawsuit against Lenskart for trademark infringement. The judgment highlights the court’s firm stance on protecting intellectual property rights, especially […]