Marico Ltd. v. Mrs. Jagit Kaur

Shyam Steel Industries LimitedvsShyam Sel And Power Limited & Anr.

This Calcutta High Court judgment addresses a trademark infringement and passing off suit filed by Shyam Steel Industries Limited against Shyam Sel And Power Limited. The plaintiff alleged that the defendants were exploiting its reputation by using 'Shyam' on their TMT bar packaging, despite previous agreements to phase out the mark. However, the court noted the defendant's claim of honest adoption and the common nature of the word 'Shyam'. Consequently, the court declined to grant an immediate injunction but allowed the defendants time to file a detailed affidavit-in-opposition.

Cosmos CorporationvsRegistrar Of Trade Marks & Anr

The Delhi High Court allowed an application filed by Cosmos Corporation seeking correction of a prior order. The correction was necessary because the parties had reached a settlement, resulting in the assignment of Trademark Registration No. 3628175 (TROPICLEAN) from the Registrar of Trade Marks to Cosmos Corporation. This ruling formally recognized the terms of the private agreement within the court record.

Northland Rubber MillsvsVarun Mahajan & Anr.

Northland Rubber Mills filed a civil suit seeking an injunction against Varun Mahajan and others to prevent the use of the trademark 'NORTHLAND' or similar marks. The plaintiff asserted ownership based on historical adoption dating back to 1972. However, the defendants argued that Defendant No. 1 had rights as a legal heir and ex-partner of the firm. The court registered the suit and issued notice for the injunction application, setting the stage for further arguments.

Mrf LimitedvsNr Faridabad Rubbers & Anr.

The Delhi High Court confirmed an existing ex parte interim injunction, ruling in favor of Mrf Limited against Nr Faridabad Rubbers. The court found that the defendant's use of the mark 'NRF' was likely to mislead unwary purchasers into mistaking their goods for those of the established plaintiff, Mrf Limited. Given Mrf's long-standing reputation and the potential irreparable harm caused by consumer confusion, the injunction was upheld until the final disposal of the suit.

M/s. Hotel SealordvsM/s.Hotel New Sealord

The Madras High Court addressed a civil suit filed by M/s. Hotel Sealord against M/s. Hotel New Sealord, alleging passing off and trademark infringement based on similar names. Although the plaintiff sought permanent injunction and damages, the court noted that the parties had reached an amicable settlement prior to judgment. Consequently, the Civil Suit was decreed strictly according to the terms outlined in the Memo of Compromise signed by both parties.