Introduction Environmentalism and sustainability are concepts that are undergoing much discussion in the contemporary world. More people are committed towards an imperishable lifestyle as a result of […]
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Significance of Smell in Trademarks
Introduction A ‘smell trademark’ being intangible in nature of it’s representation for registering as a trademark, has been a considerable opposition for the owners who deals with […]
Trademarks vs. Generic Terms: Can Generic Terms be Trademarked?
INTRODUCTION Picture a vibrant city where the streets are alive with the sounds of commerce, and each establishment boasts a name plucked from our ‘everyday conversations’. Imagine […]
From Static Symbols to Fluid Brand Identities
Introduction The nature of trade marks suggests that they are supposed to remain static over a period of time. However, we can trace the change in trend […]
China Bistro Judgement: A Detour From Established Principles?
INTRODUCTION A single bench of the Delhi HC in Foodlink F & B v. WOW Momo Food (Wow Momo)[1] has injuncted the use of “WOW! China Bistro/ […]
Can Braille Be Registered As a Trademark?
Introduction Trademarks are no longer confined to words, numbers, or devices. Admittedly, anything which could be used to distinguish one’s merchandise is being put out for statutory […]
Vishnudas Trading Versus Vazir Sultan Tobacco Co. Ltd.
Parties The Appellant Vishnu Das Trading carries out the manufacturing of “quiwam” and “zarda” under the trademark “Charminar”. The Respondent no. 1, Vazir Sultan Tobacco Co. Ltd., […]
Can A Celebrity Name Be Registered As Trademark? Meta Title- Celebrity Trademark
INTRODUCTION A celebrity is a person who is famous in the eyes of the general public and has goodwill attached to it, they are in constant spotlight […]
Analysis Of The Abu Dhabi Global Market Vs. The Registrar Of Trademarks, Delhi Case: Key Rulings And Implication
Introduction ABU DHABI GLOBAL MARKET lodged an appeal against the rejection of its trademark registration application contending that the rejection by the Trade Marks Registry was unfounded […]
Trademark Class Choose Wisely To Avoid Objection
Introduction Trademarks are recognised phrases, words, or symbols that designate a certain item and lawfully distinguish it from all other items of the same type. A trademark […]