Universal City Studios Llc v. M/S Select Infrastructure Pvt. Ltd. And Anr.

Koninklijke Philips N.V.vsM/S Electrical Master

Philips filed a suit against Electrical Master for infringing its registered trademarks (PHILIPS), copyrights, and design rights concerning its Advanced Beard Trimmer Series 3000. The court found in favor of Philips, granting permanent injunctions, damages, and costs.

T.I. Raleign Industries Limited And ...vsCycle Corporation Of India Ltd.

The Calcutta High Court granted leave to the respondents (T.I. Raleign Industries) to enter into an agreement allowing a third-party manufacturer (Avery Cycle Industries Ltd.) to use their registered trademarks. This decision was made despite previous judicial restrictions preventing such assignments or licenses, recognizing that the applicants sought statutory permission for user rights. The court imposed strict conditions, requiring the parties to substantiate bonafide intent and act within an eight-week timeframe, emphasizing that this order did not constitute a final judgment on the merits.

Indena S.P.A.vsController General Pf Patents, Designs and Trademarks and Anr.

This case involves Indena S.P.A. appealing a matter previously handled by the Intellectual Property Appellate Board (IPAB). Following the enactment of the Tribunals Reform Act, 2021, the matter was transferred to the Calcutta High Court's Commercial Division. The court directed that notices be issued to both parties and a report filed before the returnable date, setting the next hearing for March 6, 2023.

Mr. Peter Fanning, Chief Executive, The Chartered Institute Of TaxationvsM/s Institute Of Charted Tax Advisers Of India Limited

The Rajasthan High Court addressed two interconnected writ petitions concerning a trademark dispute over 'Chartered Tax Adviser (CTA)'. The core issue was whether the plaintiff's attempt to invalidate the registered trademark, via an application under Section 124 of the Trade Marks Act, should be decided on its merits. The court set aside previous technical orders that dismissed the application and directed the Commercial Court to frame a specific issue regarding the pending cancellation proceedings (Section 57) before the High Court of Gujarat, ensuring the Section 124 application is now heard afresh on its substantive grounds.

Hermes International & Anr.vsCrimzon Fashion Accessories Private Limited

The Delhi High Court ruled in favor of Hermes International, declaring its 'H' trade mark as a well-known trademark. The court meticulously examined five factors outlined in Section 11(6) of the Trade Marks Act, including global promotion, extensive use since 1997, international registrations across numerous countries, and successful enforcement actions abroad. This judgment solidifies the legal standing of globally recognized luxury brands within India.