Automotive — India Patent Cases
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Emitech Gesellschaft Fur Emissionstechnologie MBH v.Controller General Of Patents Designs And Trademarks And Anr
Emitech Gesellschaft Fur Emissionstechnologie MBH filed an appeal challenging the rejection of its Indian Patent Application No. 9107/DELNP/2011 by the Controller General of Patents Designs and Trademarks. The patent application relates to a heatable honeycomb body designed for motor vehicles, allowing exhaust gas flow through electrically conductive layers. Emitech contended that the rejection was erroneous as the invention introduced novel features not found in existing prior art.
Greaves Electric Mobility Private Limited v.The Controller Of Patents & Ors
The petitioner, Greaves Electric Mobility Private Limited, filed a case against The Controller of Patents. The respondent argued that the Controller was not a necessary or proper party to the revocation petition, relying on Section 64(5) of the Patents Act, 1970.
Mr. Debabrata Saha Roy & Ors. v.State (Government of West Bengal)
The petitioners challenged a notice restricting the registration of their echo friendly e-rickshaws due to an earlier title suit concerning patent infringement related to fuel cell batteries. The court held that since the petitioner's battery is distinct (lead cell) from the subject matter of the Title Suit, the Transport Directorate must grant registration, provided all other formalities are met.
Dys Impex Private Limited v.State Of West Bengal
The petitioners, manufacturers of battery operated electric cycle rickshaws, challenged the refusal by authorities to register their vehicles based on a patent injunction. The court examined whether the subsequent modification and vacation of the original injunction made the private respondent's restraint valid. The court held that the initial injunction was modified and found the patent invalid, thus directing the authorities to proceed with registration.
Hooghly Motors Pvt. Ltd. v.The State Of West Bengal
The petitioners challenged a notice restricting the registration of their echo friendly e-rickshaws due to an earlier court order concerning a patent infringement suit. The core issue was whether the petitioner's lead cell battery technology was distinct from the patented fuel cell battery in the Title Suit. The Court disposed of the writ petition by directing the Transport Directorate to grant registration, provided the vehicles were distinct and complied with relevant rules.
Auckland Uniservices Limited v.Assistant Controller Of Patents And Designs
Auckland Uniservices Limited appealed the Assistant Controller's refusal of a patent application for 'Magnetic Field Shaping for Inductive Power Transfer'. The refusal was based on lack of inventive step over prior art. The High Court set aside the impugned order, finding that the Respondent failed to provide reasoned analysis regarding how a person skilled in the art would move from existing knowledge to the claimed invention.
Pandrol Limited & Anr. v.Patil Rail Infrastructure Pvt. Ltd. & Others
The Delhi High Court granted several interim reliefs in favor of Pandrol Limited, who filed a suit alleging infringement of its copyright and trademark. The court exempted the plaintiffs from pre-litigation mediation due to the urgency of the matter. Crucially, the court allowed an ex-parte ad-interim injunction by appointing a Local Commissioner with broad powers to seize infringing products and gather evidence from the defendants' premises.
Bridgestone Corporation v.Controller General Of Patents Designs & Trademarks & Anr
The Delhi High Court issued an interim order in the matter of Bridgestone Corporation versus Controller General Of Patents Designs & Trademarks. The court directed both parties to prepare and exchange short notes detailing their submissions and to compile relevant judicial precedents for consideration. This procedural step moves the case closer to final disposal, which is scheduled for February 2, 2022.
Sotefin Sa v.Indraprastha Cancer Society And Research Center
Sotefin SA filed a suit seeking permanent injunction against the defendants for infringing Indian Patent No. 214088, which relates to a self-propelled carriage for horizontal transfer of motor vehicles. During the pendency of the suit, the parties amicably resolved their disputes and entered into Consent Terms.
Kanishka Sinha & Anr v.The Union Of India & Ors
The petitioners sought a direction to the Deputy Director General (VAHAN), National Informatics Centre, to grant linkage of their patented software with the Vehicle Registration and Homogation System. The matter was settled amicably between the parties, leading to the court disposing of the writ petition.
Getaround, Inc. v.Assistant Controller Of Patents And Designs
The appeal challenges the rejection of a patent application for "VEHICLE ACCESS CONTROL SERVICES AND PLATFORM" by the Patent Office, which cited two US patents (D5 and D6) on grounds of lack of inventive step. The appellant argued that their invention differs significantly from the prior arts, particularly regarding communication flow.
Kanishk Sinha & Anr v.Union Of India & Anr
The appellants challenged the dismissal of their writ petition, which sought linkage between their software and the 'VAHAN' vehicle registration system. The core issue raised was entitlement to compensation under Section 102(3) of the Patents Act, 1970.
Kanishk Sinha v.The Union Of India
The petitioner, the patentee/assignee of Patent No. 254875, challenged an order by the Secretary, Government of India, regarding their request for a patent linkage to the VAHAN e-Module. The core dispute was whether the patent holder could mandate that electric vehicle registration (specifically e-Rickshaws) be subject to NOC issuance based on the patent before official registration.
Mahindra Electric Mobility Limited v.The State Of West Bengal
The application sought to recall and clarify a prior order passed in WPA 2070 of 2022. The Court found that the writ petition failed to disclose crucial previous orders, including those related to injunctions and infringement suits.
Sotefin Sa v.Indraprastha Cancer Society And Research Center
Sotefin Sa filed a suit seeking permanent and interim injunction against Indraprastha Cancer Society and others for the alleged infringement of its Indian Patent 214088, which covers the 'Silomat Dolly' used in automatic car parks. The Plaintiff contended that Defendants were importing 'Smart Dollies' from China that closely resembled and infringed upon their patented technology. After considering the prima facie case, balance of convenience, and irreparable loss, the Delhi High Court allowed the interim injunction.
Hero Electric Vehicles Private Limited & M/s. V.R. Holdings v.Mr. Guddu Ansari & Ors.
The Delhi High Court ruled in favor of Hero Electric Vehicles Private Limited, finding that Defendants were infringing upon its trademarks and copyrights by operating a nearly identical website and domain (www.heroelectro.in). The court found that the defendants were actively duping consumers by misrepresenting their affiliation with the renowned 'Hero Electric' brand to solicit dealership enquiries and collect large sums of money. Consequently, the court granted permanent injunctions, awarded damages of Rs. 50 lakhs, and mandated the transfer of the infringing domain name to the Plaintiffs.
Kanishk Sinha & Anr. v.The Union Of India & Anr.
The petitioners challenged an impugned order regarding their patent rights related to electronic eco-friendly battery-operated vehicles. The court addressed arguments concerning the necessity of adding other manufacturers and states as parties, ultimately finding that the limited scope of the petition did not require such additions.
Lucas Tvs Limited v.Surya Carbons
Lucas Tvs Limited filed a suit against Surya Carbons and other entities alleging trademark infringement, passing off, and copyright violation. The plaintiffs sought perpetual injunctions and damages regarding the use of their trademarks (LION, LUCAS TVS) and distinctive packaging on auto electrical parts. However, before the court could rule on the merits, the plaintiffs chose to withdraw the suit.
Arumugam Rajendra Babu v.Ashok Leyland Limited
Arumugam Rajendra Babu appealed an order dated September 1, 2021, passed in a commercial suit. The appellant sought a direction from the trial court to have the Controller of Patents provide evidence regarding his products and patent distinctions. The High Court dismissed the appeal, holding that it was not maintainable under Section 13 of the Commercial Courts Act, 2015.
Sotefin Sa v.Indraprastha Cancer Society And Research Center & Ors.
Sotefin Sa filed a suit for patent infringement against Indraprastha Cancer Society and others, alleging that the 'smart dollies' installed by Defendant No. 4 infringed Plaintiff's Patent No. 4214088. Both parties agreed to the appointment of a Scientific Advisor from IIT Delhi to conduct an expert examination and report on whether the Defendants' product falls within the scope of the patent claims.
Wheelseye Technology India Pvt. Ltd. v.Zinka Logistics Solutions Pvt. Ltd. & Ors.
Wheelseye Technology filed a suit alleging that its competitor, Zinka Logistics Solutions, along with several former WheelsEye employees, conspired to disrupt the business. The Defendants allegedly misappropriated Confidential Information, solicited employees through en masse poaching, and induced breaches of contractual obligations.
Hero Electric Vehicles Private Limited v.Lectro E-Mobility Private Limited
This case involved a dispute between Hero Electric Vehicles Private Limited and Lectro E-Mobility Private Limited concerning the alleged infringement of the 'Hero' trademark on electric bikes. The plaintiffs sought a permanent injunction against the defendants for passing off and unauthorized use of similar marks. However, the core legal battle revolved around whether the contractual disputes arising from the Family Settlement Agreement (FSA) and Trade Mark and Name Agreement (TMNA) were subject to arbitration.
Tvs Motor Company Limited v.The Controller of Patents
TVS Motor Company Limited appealed the decision of the Intellectual Property Appellate Board (IPAB) which rejected its Patent Application. The appellant argued that the rejection lacked reasoning, failed to consider foreign patent grants for the same invention, and did not properly analyze the prior art cited against the claimed invention. The High Court found the impugned order deficient in reasoning.
Mr.P.Radhakrishnan v.T.V.S.Motor Company Ltd.
The plaintiff filed a civil suit alleging that the defendant was infringing his Patent No.182682, which covered a specific four-stroke internal combustion engine technology used in vehicles like the TVS Flame -125cc. The plaintiff subsequently moved to withdraw the suit due to his severe health conditions.
Sun Mobility Private Limited v.Mr. Arumugam Rajpendra Babu
The appeal challenged an order that appointed a Scientific Advisor to adjudicate a dispute over patent infringement. The plaintiff claimed his patents covered specific EV battery charging systems, while defendants were accused of infringing with 'quick interchange station' technology. The High Court confirmed the single judge's order appointing the Scientific Advisor and dismissed the appeal.
Kanishk Sinha v.The State Of West Bengal & Ors.
Kanishk Sinha filed a title suit seeking accounts, delivery of products, and permanent/mandatory injunction against defendants for infringing his patent rights related to eco-friendly e-rikshaws. The trial court dismissed the application for temporary injunction on grounds including lack of territorial jurisdiction and failure to comply with Section 80(2) CPC. This appeal challenged the impugned order.
M/s. Tvs Motor Company Limited v.M/s.Bajaj Auto Limited
TVS Motor Company Limited filed a civil suit against Bajaj Auto Limited seeking permanent injunction, accounts of profits, and damages for infringing Patent No.195904 related to 2/3 wheelers. However, before the court could rule on the merits, the plaintiff sought leave to withdraw the Civil Suit.
Mr.P.Radhakrishnan v.Bajaj Auto Limited
Mr. P. Radhakrishnan filed a civil suit alleging that Bajaj Auto Limited infringed his Patent No. 182682, which covers a four-stroke internal combustion engine technology used in vehicles like the Pulsar series. The plaintiff sought an injunction and damages.
M/s.TVS Srichakra Limited v.M/s.Nemson Rubber Industries
M/s.TVS Srichakra Limited filed a suit against M/s.Nemson Rubber Industries alleging infringement of its well-known trademark, "O TVS TYRES," and associated copyright. The plaintiff sought permanent injunctions, destruction of infringing goods, damages, and account of profits. However, the court ultimately decreed the suit only for the specific prayers related to permanent injunctions after receiving an undertaking from the defendants.
Ceat Limited v.Ambika Rubber Industries and others
The petitioner, Ceat Limited, filed a suit alleging infringement of its trademark CEAT and copyright in its original artistic work and trade dress. The court had previously granted ex-parte ad-interim relief. On this date, the defendants repeatedly failed to file their affidavits or appear before the court despite multiple adjournments, leading the court to pass an order directing them to appear on a specific future date while continuing the existing interim orders.
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