Trademark Cases

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trademark mixed · Oct 3, 2025

Signify Holding B V v.Kalpesh Bhomaram Prajapati & Anr.

Bombay High Court · 82688398

In this trademark dispute, Signify Holding B V sought relief against Kalpesh Bhomaram Prajapati regarding the use of the mark 'dignify'. The court noted the defendant's submission that they do not intend to continue using the mark and expressed willingness to resolve the suit amicably. Consequently, the High Court granted a one-week standover period to facilitate settlement while temporarily restraining the defendant from making any further sales under the disputed trademark.
trademark mixed · Oct 3, 2025

Sujatha Rajkumar v.The Registrar of Trade Marks

Madras High Court · 34467038

Sujatha Rajkumar filed a Writ Petition seeking judicial intervention against the Registrar of Trade Marks for the undue delay in processing an application related to the assignment of her trademark 'VELVETTE'. The petitioner sought recognition of the subsequent proprietor based on an Assignment Deed. While the court did not rule on the merits of the assignment, it issued a binding direction to the Respondent to dispose of the pending application within six weeks, treating the counsel's assurance as a formal undertaking.
trademark mixed · Oct 3, 2025

Dpac Ventures Llp v.Exotic Mile Private Limited

Karnataka High Court · 89710206

The Karnataka High Court intervened in a trademark dispute between Dpac Ventures LLP and Exotic Mile Private Limited, modifying the Commercial Court's order that had granted an ex parte temporary injunction against 'GOBOULT'. Recognizing the defendant's significant business turnover (Rs. 188.94 Crores) and operational impact, the High Court allowed the plaintiff to dispense with pre-institution mediation while permitting the defendant to continue using its trademark subject to filing weekly accounts. This decision emphasizes balancing IP rights protection against commercial viability during litigation.
trademark plaintiff favorable · Oct 3, 2025

Biotech Visioncare Pvt Ltd. v.Registrar Of Trade Marks

Gujarat High Court · 82452549

The Gujarat High Court quashed an earlier rejection order issued by the Registrar of Trademarks against Biotech Visioncare's trademark application for 'BIOVISION'. The petitioner successfully argued that a subsequent successful registration of the same mark provided grounds to reconsider the initial denial. Consequently, the court directed the Trademark Registry to freshly hear the original 2016 application while taking into account the later certificate of registration.
trademark mixed · Sep 30, 2025

Anita Rajesh Upadhyay v.Automark Industries (India) Pvt.Ltd.

Bombay High Court · 38598826

The Bombay High Court partially allowed a writ petition challenging an order that appointed a Court Commissioner in a trademark infringement suit. The court found that the original application lacked proper foundation, was filed long after the injunction, and contained arbitrary directions regarding premises searches. While quashing the impugned order, the High Court directed the trial court to reconsider the application afresh, taking into account the defendant's objections regarding the commissioner's appointment.
trademark mixed · Sep 27, 2025

Suresh Gulwani and Others v.M/S Dammani Brothers Through Partner Shri Rajendra Dammani

Madhya Pradesh High Court · 42450911

The Madhya Pradesh High Court granted a stay on an earlier Commercial Court order that had restricted the manufacturing, selling, and advertising activities under the 'SWAD GOLD' trademark. The petitioners argued that the restriction was causing immediate irreparable business loss, halting their entire operations and preventing them from selling existing stock. Given the prima facie case of injury, the High Court decided to stay the operation of the restrictive order until further hearing.
trademark mixed · Sep 26, 2025

Xx v.Yy

Delhi High Court - Orders · 20109580

The Delhi High Court granted an ex-parte ad-interim injunction in favor of the Plaintiff (Xx) against the Defendants (Yy) concerning trademark infringement and passing off. The court found that the Defendant's use of 'KAMA GEMS' was deceptively similar to the Plaintiff's registered marks, leading to a restraint on selling infringing products and preventing disparagement. Additionally, the court granted several procedural reliefs, including exemption from pre-litigation mediation.
trademark defendant favorable · Sep 26, 2025

Honasa Consumer Limited v.Cloud Wellness Private Limited & Anr.

Delhi High Court · 141373768

Honasa Consumer Limited sought an interim injunction against Cloud Wellness Private Limited, alleging infringement of its trade dress and passing off. The Delhi High Court dismissed the application, noting that the issues of originality, prior use, and distinctiveness of the 'Subject Trade Dress' are complex factual questions requiring a full trial. Given the prolonged market co-existence between both parties, the court found no compelling case for granting an immediate injunction.
trademark mixed · Sep 26, 2025

Thrillophilia Travel Solutions Private Limited & Anr. v.Mrs Vishali Maggo & Ors.

Delhi High Court - Orders · 7562017

Thrillophilia Travel Solutions filed a suit seeking permanent injunction against defamation and disparagement of its trademark 'THRILLOPHILIA' by individuals who posted negative comments online. The Delhi High Court granted an interim restraint, preventing the defendants from uploading any new defamatory content using the Plaintiffs' marks or disparaging language on social media platforms. This order also allowed the Plaintiffs to file additional documents in the ongoing commercial suit.
trademark plaintiff favorable · Sep 26, 2025

M/S Gopika Industries v.Dayal Industries Pvt. Ltd.

Delhi High Court - Orders · 76068663

The Delhi High Court dismissed the Defendant's application seeking rectification of the Plaintiff's trademark registration. The core dispute centered on prior user rights, where the Defendant claimed earlier use of 'DAYAL' in cattle feed compared to the Plaintiff's earliest documented use. However, the Court found that the Defendant's claims were not tenable and did not raise a triable issue, upholding the validity of the Plaintiff's registered mark.
trademark plaintiff favorable · Sep 26, 2025

Gujarat Apollo Industries Limited v.Registrar of Trademarks

Gujarat High Court · 150519319

Gujarat Apollo Industries Limited successfully challenged the Trademark Registry's refusal of its 'Apollo' trademark application in the Gujarat High Court. The initial rejection was based on a likelihood of confusion with an existing mark, but the court accepted an affidavit and No-Objection Certificate (NOC) from the owner of the cited mark. Consequently, the court quashed the original rejection order and directed the Registrar to reconsider the application.
trademark plaintiff favorable · Sep 26, 2025

Kei Industries Limited v.M/S Sanayai Hardware & Ors.

Delhi High Court - Orders · 43564857

The Delhi High Court issued a significant interim order in the trademark infringement suit filed by Kei Industries Limited against M/S Sanayai Hardware & Ors. The court granted exemptions from pre-institution mediation and advance service, recognizing the urgent need for protection. Crucially, the court allowed the Plaintiff to proceed with seeking an ad-interim injunction and appointed Local Commissioners to inspect the premises, allowing the Plaintiff to gather evidence of alleged trademark infringement related to 'KEI' and 'HOMECAB-FR'.
trademark mixed · Sep 26, 2025

Dhanuka Agritech Limited v.Agrim Wholesale Private Limited & Anr.

Delhi High Court - Orders · 141858504

The Delhi High Court issued a significant order in the trademark infringement suit filed by Dhanuka Agritech Limited against Agrim Wholesale Private Limited. The court granted several procedural exemptions, including waiving pre-institution mediation due to the urgency of the matter. Crucially, the court allowed the Plaintiff's request for an urgent interim injunction and directed the appointment of Local Commissioners to inspect and inventory the alleged infringing goods, setting a clear path for immediate evidence gathering in the dispute.
trademark plaintiff favorable · Sep 26, 2025

Estuaries Industries Private Limited v.Registrar Of Trade Marks

Gujarat High Court · 194692364

The Gujarat High Court quashed an earlier rejection order by the Registrar of Trade Marks concerning the trademark application 'BLEND IT'. The court noted that the Respondent failed to consider the Petitioner's existing registered mark, 'BLEND IT RIGHT', in Class 32. Consequently, the matter was remanded back to the Registrar for fresh consideration of the application, ensuring the prior registration is taken into account.
trademark mixed · Sep 25, 2025

Pataka Industries Private Limited v.Verinder Cigrate Store And Anr.

Delhi High Court - Orders · 146839174

The Delhi High Court addressed several interlocutory applications in the trademark infringement suit filed by Pataka Industries against Verinder Cigrate Store. The court granted exemptions from advance service, filing certified copies, and mandatory pre-institution mediation, allowing the case to proceed swiftly. Crucially, the court permitted a Local Commissioner to execute a commission to seize stock bearing similar marks ('S02 PATAKHA') to the Plaintiff's registered trademark '502 PATAKA', signaling strong judicial support for immediate injunctive relief.
trademark mixed · Sep 25, 2025

Tommy Hilfiger Europe Bv & Anr. v.Mr Lalit Kumar Goel & Ors.

Delhi High Court - Orders · 80619754

In this commercial suit concerning trademark infringement, the Delhi High Court granted several procedural reliefs in favor of the plaintiffs, Tommy Hilfiger and Calvin Klein. The court exempted them from pre-institution mediation due to the urgency of interim relief sought. Furthermore, it allowed an exemption from advance service to the defendants, recognizing the imminent risk that the defendant might conceal infringing operations. Crucially, the court directed local commissioners to inspect the premises to ascertain the value of deceptively similar stock and gather evidence against the alleged infringers.
trademark mixed · Sep 25, 2025

Pooja Electric Co. v.Anand Tomar Trading As Pooja Rading Company

Delhi High Court - Orders · 21287914

In this intellectual property dispute, the Delhi High Court allowed the plaintiff, Pooja Electric Co., to introduce evidence of subsequently registered trademarks into the ongoing litigation. Although the plaintiff sought an amendment under Order VI Rule 17 CPC, the court determined that since the original plaint already disclosed the pendency of these trademark applications, a formal amendment was unnecessary. The court permitted the plaintiff to rely on the registration certificates while leading evidence, allowing the suit to proceed toward the recording of evidence.
trademark dismissed · Sep 25, 2025

M/S Blinkit Private Limited / M/S Blink Commerce Private Limited v.M/S Blink Commerce Private Limited / The Registrar of Trade Marks Chennai

Karnataka High Court · 37770683

The Karnataka High Court dismissed two writ petitions filed by M/S Blinkit Private Limited and M/S Blink Commerce Private Limited. The petitions involved disputes over the validity and cancellation of specific trademark registrations (Nos. 3480206 and 3480207). Both parties submitted memos requesting the dismissal of their respective cases as withdrawn, leading to the court's order.
trademark settled · Sep 25, 2025

Havells India Limited v.Aman Virmani

Delhi High Court - Orders · 114258182

Havells India Limited successfully settled its trademark infringement suit against Aman Virmani before the Delhi High Court. The parties agreed to a comprehensive settlement where the defendant acknowledged Havells' rights in 'REO', committed to ceasing all use of similar marks like 'RIEO', and agreed to destroy all infringing products. Furthermore, the defendant consented to withdraw his pending trademark application (No. 5774240), leading to the suit being decreed based on these mutual terms.
trademark plaintiff favorable · Sep 25, 2025

Ebc Publishing (P) Ltd & Anr v.Young Global Publications

Delhi High Court - Orders · 146768519

The Delhi High Court granted an interim injunction favoring EBC Publishing against Young Global Publications regarding the distinctive 'coat pocket' edition of Bare Acts. The court recognized that the plaintiffs' unique trade dress, including specific color combinations and font styles, had become iconic and integral to their brand identity in legal publishing. This protective order immediately restrained the defendant from producing or selling similar editions while the main suit proceeds.
trademark settled · Sep 25, 2025

Manash Lifestyle Private Limited v.Pragati Enterprise & Ors.

Delhi High Court - Orders · 49085774

The Delhi High Court formally accepted a settlement reached between Manash Lifestyle Private Limited and Pragati Enterprise & Ors. The original suit involved claims of trademark infringement, copyright violation, passing off, and unfair competition related to the brand 'DermDOC'. By agreeing to the terms of the Settlement Agreement dated May 28, 2025, the defendants acknowledged the plaintiff's proprietary rights, agreed not to use similar marks, and consented to the transfer of the domain name https://dermdoms.com/ to the plaintiff. The court consequently decreed the suit based on this compromise.
trademark settled · Sep 25, 2025

Aculife Healthcare Private Limited v.Auspharma Private Limited

Madras High Court · 97163809

The Madras High Court disposed of OP(TM)No.34 of 2025, which sought rectification of a trademark registration. Although listed for reporting settlement, the court formally accepted and gave effect to a Memorandum of Compromise (MOC) between Aculife Healthcare Private Limited and Auspharma Private Limited. The judgment confirmed that the MOC would form part of the order, effectively resolving the dispute without further litigation.
trademark plaintiff favorable · Sep 24, 2025

Archian Foods Private Limited v.M/S Balaji Foods And Beverages & Anr.

Delhi High Court - Orders · 141001333

Archian Foods Private Limited filed suit against M/S Balaji Foods And Beverages & Anr. alleging infringement of its trademarks, copyright, and trade dress related to 'LAHORI ZEERA' non-alcoholic beverages. The plaintiff successfully demonstrated the established goodwill and reputation of its brand. Although the defendants were proceeded ex-parte, the court found their actions not innocent and awarded nominal damages of Rs. 50,000/- to deter further illegal activities.
trademark defendant favorable · Sep 24, 2025

Pankaj Plastic Industries Private Limited v.Anita Anu

Calcutta High Court · 17233493

Pankaj Plastic Industries Private Limited filed a suit alleging trademark infringement and passing off against Anita Anu regarding the use of 'Poly Punkaj' for plastic goods. The core dispute revolved around whether the court should dispense with mandatory pre-suit mediation under Section 12A of the Commercial Courts Act, 2015. Although the plaintiff claimed urgency due to the defendant's alleged bad faith registration, the High Court ultimately dismissed the appeal. The judgment held that the plaintiff's prolonged delay in approaching the court demonstrated a lack of genuine urgency, leading to the revocation of leave and dismissal of the suit on procedural grounds.
trademark plaintiff favorable · Sep 24, 2025

Danone Asia Pacific Holdings Pte. Ltd. v.Syed Jawed Mohsin & Another

Calcutta High Court · 77504901

The Calcutta High Court allowed Danone Asia Pacific Holdings Pte. Ltd.'s application for the cancellation and rectification of the mark 'PROTIFIX'. The court found that PROTIFIX was deceptively similar to the petitioner's established trademark, PROTINEX, both visually and phonetically, leading to a high likelihood of consumer confusion in the healthcare goods market. Furthermore, the respondent failed to provide credible evidence of genuine use for the impugned mark, satisfying the grounds for cancellation under Section 47 of the Act.
trademark settled · Sep 24, 2025

Tractors And Farm Equipments Limited v.Massey Ferguson Corp

Madras High Court · 150821978

The Madras High Court settled three commercial suits involving Tractors And Farm Equipments Limited and Massey Ferguson Corp. The final decree was passed based on the joint memos of compromise entered by both parties. This resolution effectively merged all previous interim orders related to trademark disputes concerning the 'Massey-Ferguson' brand, providing a definitive conclusion to the litigation.
trademark dismissed · Sep 24, 2025

Agco International GmbH v.Tractors and Farm Equipment Limited

Madras High Court · 26118981

The Madras High Court heard multiple Original Applications filed by Agco International GmbH against Tractors and Farm Equipment Limited concerning trademark infringement, domain name misuse, and interference with licensed intellectual property. Despite the detailed prayers seeking interim injunctions to protect trademarks like 'Massey Ferguson' and associated livery, all parties subsequently filed withdrawal memos. Consequently, the court closed all related Original Applications without issuing a substantive judgment on the merits of the IP disputes.
trademark mixed · Sep 23, 2025

Baba Wheel Alignment Through Its Proprietor Mohammed Firoz Mohammed Shafi v.Sailani (S) Baba Wheel Alignment Through Its Proprietor Sayyad Kadar Sayyad Shabbir

Bombay High Court · 118846693

This contempt petition was filed by Baba Wheel Alignment against Sailani (S) Baba Wheel Alignment, alleging continued use of a registered trademark despite an existing court injunction. The petitioner argued that the respondent had committed grave contempt by continuing to use the protected name and style. Although the petitioner requested a bailable warrant, the Court decided to stand over the matter for further hearing on October 7, 2025.
trademark mixed · Sep 23, 2025

Frankfinn Aviation Services (Pvt.) Ltd. v.Fly- Hi Maritime Travels Private Limited & Anr.

Delhi High Court - Orders · 99315829

The Delhi High Court modified an interim injunction in a trademark dispute between Frankfinn Aviation Services and Fly-Hi Maritime Travels. The court allowed the defendant to use its logo mark 'FLY HI' for its current, specified services, subject to plaintiff's consent. Furthermore, the defendant was granted conditional liberty to use the word form 'FLY HI' only as a reference in its normal course of business, provided it identifies specific, necessary circumstances and avoids trademark usage.
trademark plaintiff favorable · Sep 23, 2025

J. B. Chemicals And Pharmaceuticals Limited v.Mensa Futura Life Sciences Pvt. Ltd.

Delhi High Court - Orders · 139791206

The Delhi High Court granted an ex-parte ad-interim injunction in favor of J. B. Chemicals And Pharmaceuticals Limited against Mensa Futura Life Sciences Pvt. Ltd., addressing the alleged infringement of the 'ZECUF' trademark. The court recognized the established goodwill and reputation of the Plaintiff's pharmaceutical brand, leading to the appointment of a Local Commissioner. This commissioner is tasked with verifying stock and seizing infringing products, underscoring the judiciary's commitment to protecting registered trademarks in the fast-moving pharma sector.
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