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

Learn about the Draft Trade Marks (Holding Inquiry and Appeal) Rules, 2024 published by the DPIIT, which aims to enhance the trademark registration process in India through digital transformation, clear procedural guidelines, and efficient adjudication and appeal processes.

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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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COPYRIGHT PROTECTION IN MUSIC INDUSTRY

In Indian music, copyright refers to the legal protection afforded to composers, lyricists, and music producers whocreate original musical compositions. The creators have the sole ownership rights to their musical works because to this protection it makes sure that their creations are never shared with the public, performed, distributed, or

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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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Involving Dabur Real fruit juice branding and misleading packaging claims.

THE BLURRED LINE: THE DHRUV RATHEE VS. DABUR CASE IN REVIEW

FACTS Mr. Dhruv Rathee, a social media influencer and YouTuber, faced a dispute with Dabur India Limited due to his use of a partially blurred logo of Real Fruit Juice in a promotional video comparing carbonated drinks and fruit beverages. Dabur filed a petition in the Calcutta High Court, alleging

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BharatPe and PhonePe trademark dispute illustration

PhonePe V. BharatPe: Trademark Dispute

Introduction Recently, a Single Judge Bench of the Delhi High Court comprising of Mr Justice C. Hari Shankar. The judgement dwells into the complexities of trademark law, weighing the need of maintaining a brand’s identity while still allowing for healthy market competition. It emphasizes the importance of a trademark’s distinctiveness

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Illustration representing draft trademark rules 2024 with registered trademark symbol, creative ideas, secured intellectual property
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Praveen Agrawal

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

Learn about the Draft Trade Marks (Holding Inquiry and Appeal) Rules, 2024 published by the DPIIT, which aims to enhance the trademark registration process in India through digital transformation, clear procedural guidelines, and efficient adjudication and appeal processes.

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

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Praveen Agrawal

COPYRIGHT PROTECTION IN MUSIC INDUSTRY

In Indian music, copyright refers to the legal protection afforded to composers, lyricists, and music producers whocreate original musical compositions. The creators have the sole

BharatPe and PhonePe trademark dispute illustration
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Praveen Agrawal

PhonePe V. BharatPe: Trademark Dispute

Introduction Recently, a Single Judge Bench of the Delhi High Court comprising of Mr Justice C. Hari Shankar. The judgement dwells into the complexities of

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.

Comparison illustration showing deceptive similarity between a trademark and a disputed logo design resembling Domino’s Pizza branding
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Praveen Agrawal

TRADEMARK BATTLE: DOMINO’S FACES OFF AGAINST DONITO’S IN THE BATTLE OF LOGOS

Trademark conflicts are common for renowned brands like NIKE, APPLE, and GUCCI. Domino’s is no stranger to such disputes. This article addresses various trademark infringement cases, focusing on the recent conflict between Domino’s India and a Punjab-based food outlet named “Donito’s.” The article also explores relevant Indian intellectual property laws, particularly the Trademark Act, 1999, and examines the legal framework for resolving these disputes.

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