M/S Jagran Prakashan Ltd v. Jagran Entertainment Media Pvt Ltd & Anr

Himalaya Wellness Company & Ors.vsAbony Healthcare Limited Through Its Directors & Anr.

The Delhi High Court granted an ex-parte ad interim injunction in favor of Himalaya Wellness Company against Abony Healthcare Limited. The suit alleged trademark infringement, passing off, trade dress infringement, and copyright violation concerning the 'Liv' product line. The court found prima facie evidence of deceptive similarity based on identical packaging elements, color schemes (orange/green), and similar product names ('Liv.52' vs 'Liv.55 DS'). This interim order prevents the defendants from continuing their alleged infringing activities pending the final hearing.

M/s.Ultra Tile Pvt. Ltd.vsShri Ganesh Tiles & Granites

The Madras High Court ruled in favor of M/s.Ultra Tile Pvt. Ltd., finding that the defendant, Shri Ganesh Tiles & Granites, had infringed upon its registered trademarks ('ULTRA') and committed passing off. The court held that since both parties operate in the same market (tiles) and target similar consumers, the use of a deceptively similar mark was unacceptable. Consequently, the plaintiff was granted permanent injunctions, orders for destruction of infringing materials, and directions for accounting of profits.

Global Car Group Pte. Limited & AnrvsDroom Technology Private Limited

The Delhi High Court addressed a dispute over alleged disparagement between Cars24 (Plaintiffs) and Droom Technology (Defendants). Plaintiffs claimed that the defendant's advertising campaign, which used similar catchphrases and visual elements, was designed to denigrate their brand. However, the court found that the defendant had sufficiently modified its advertisement and that the phrase 'DON’T BE A BAKRA' was an integral part of the defendant's registered trademark, not a disparaging reference to the plaintiffs. Consequently, the court allowed the defendant to continue using the revised advertisement during the pendency of the suit.

Sagacious Research Private LimitedvsVivek Dahiya & Ors.

In this matter concerning the 'SAGACIOUS' mark, the parties agreed to pursue an amicable resolution rather than immediate litigation. The court facilitated this by directing both the plaintiff and defendants to attend mediation and conciliation proceedings on August 23, 2021. While some interlocutory applications were allowed subject to exceptions, the primary focus shifted towards resolving the trademark and domain name disputes outside of court.

Aeronutrlx Sports Products Pvt LtdvsPlumax Ebusiness Solutions Private Limited

The Delhi High Court formally recorded a settlement between Aeronutrlx Sports Products Pvt Ltd and Plumax Ebusiness Solutions Private Limited regarding trademark disputes over the FAST&UP brand family. The parties agreed that Plumax acknowledged the validity and rights of Aeronutrlx in sub-brands like CHARGE, FORTIFY, RELOAD, and VITALIZE, including associated trade dress. In exchange for a payment of Rs. 5,00,000/-, Plumax committed to withdrawing opposition filings and ceasing all use of similar marks or designs.