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DRAFT TRADE MARKS (HOLDING INQUIRY & APPEAL) RULES, 2024

The Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) under the Ministry of Commerce and Industry published the Draft Trade Marks (Holding Inquiry and Appeal) Rules, 2024 (hereinafter referred to as “The Rules”) in the Official Gazette on 1st July 2024. Pursuant to the powers vested by Section 157

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Poster for article writing competition on intellectual property rights for law students

ARTICLE WRITING COMPETITION

We are thrilled to announce the JP Associates Article Writing Competition, focusing on Intellectual Property Rights. Open to law students pursuing both 3 Year and 5 Year courses, as well as LLM candidates, this competition offers a platform to showcase your expertise and creativity in the field. Competition Details: Topic:

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McDonald’s and Supermac’s trademark dispute

McDonald’s loses ‘Big Mac’ TM Battle against Supermac’s

Background Supermac is a fast food chain based in Ireland, founded  by Pat Mc Donagh in 1978. It is Ireland’s largest indigenous quick service restaurant group. The company has been growing and operating more than 100 outlets across Ireland and Northern Ireland. Mc Donald’s, on the other hand, is an

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Illustrating deceptive similarity and trademark infringement cosmetic product packaging inspired by Nivea Creme and Pond’s skincare branding.

NIVEA V. PONDS: DECEPTIVE ADVERTISING & TRADEMARK INFRINGEMENT

Introduction Recently, a Single Judge Bench of the Delhi High Court comprising of Hon’ble Mr. Justice Anish Dayal gave the judgement in the case of Beiersdorf Ag (Plaintiff) versus Hindustan Unilever Limited (Defendant). The court looked closely at the rules and restrictions surrounding competitive advertising. The main claims in the

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Poster for article writing competition on intellectual property rights for law students
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Praveen Agrawal

ARTICLE WRITING COMPETITION

We are thrilled to announce the JP Associates Article Writing Competition, focusing on Intellectual Property Rights. Open to law students pursuing both 3 Year and

Comparison image showing the branding dispute between Forest Essentials and Baby Forest over similar brand identity and trademark elements.
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Praveen Agrawal

Trademark Dispute: Forest Essentials vs. Baby Forest Ayurveda Over Generic Terms

A detailed overview of the trademark dispute between Forest Essentials and Baby Forest Ayurveda, highlighting the complexities of protecting generic terms in competitive markets. Learn about the Delhi High Court’s ruling, the arguments from both parties, and the implications for trademark law and brand identity.

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