Communication Components Antenna Inc v. Mobi Antenna Technologies (Shenzhen) Co. Ltd.

Jai Rajendra Impex Private LimitedvsDeputy Registrar of Trade Marks

The Madras High Court allowed Jai Rajendra Impex Private Limited's appeal, setting aside the Trade Mark Registry's rejection of its 'BONUS' trademark application. The court accepted the appellant's plea of honest and concurrent use under Section 12 of the Trade Marks Act, despite a phonetic conflict with an existing mark ('BONUSS'). The judgment emphasized that prior usage, even in different classes, can establish bona fides, allowing for registration.

Megha Cashew Pvt. Ltd.vsM/S B.R. Industries

The Meghalaya High Court admitted the appeal filed by Megha Cashew Pvt. Ltd. against an earlier order concerning alleged trademark infringement and costs. The appellant primarily sought reconsideration regarding the quantum of costs imposed. The court allowed the matter to proceed for further hearing, provided the appellant deposits Rs. 1.50 Lakhs within one week.

Mitsubishi Electric CorporationvsThe Controller of Patents and Designs, Government of India

Mitsubishi Electric Corporation appealed the refusal of its patent application, which was rejected by the Controller citing lack of inventive step and lack of unity of invention. The appellant argued that the rejection lacked proper reasoning regarding both grounds. The High Court allowed the appeal and remitted the matter for fresh consideration.

F- Hoffmann -La Roche Ag & AnrvsZydus Lifesciences Limited

The suit was filed seeking permanent injunction against infringement of two Indian patents related to Pertuzumab (Perjeta). The plaintiffs alleged that the defendant was manufacturing and selling a competing version. However, the court found that the plaintiffs failed to conduct necessary analytical characterization or reverse engineering of the defendant's product as required under Section 104A.

Jrpl Riceland LlpvsNeeraj Mittal & Anr.

The Delhi High Court granted an ex parte ad-interim injunction in favor of Jrpl Riceland Llp against Neeraj Mittal & Anr. The court found a prima facie case for infringement, noting the identical use and color scheme (green and gold) of the 'Biryani King' trademark on both parties' rice products. This interim order restrains the defendants from using the disputed mark or any deceptively similar permutations until the final hearing, safeguarding the plaintiff against irreparable harm.