Executive Summary
The Delhi High Court addressed a preliminary issue regarding territorial jurisdiction in a trademark infringement suit filed by Mohan Kumar against M/S. Narendra Products. The plaintiff sought an injunction against the use of the similar mark 'SHANKER' for Pan Masala (Gutka). The court ruled that it possessed jurisdiction, noting that the defendant had applied for registration and advertised the mark in Delhi, thereby establishing a sufficient connection to the territorial limits.
Practitioner Note
This case demonstrates the evidentiary and procedural standards applied in patent matters before Delhi High Court. Understanding the court's reasoning in Mohan Kumar vs M/S. Narendra Products is valuable context for structuring arguments or assessing risk in similar proceedings.
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