RNA recognized by the prestigious Asia IP
RNA has been honored by the esteemed Asia IP for its excellence in prosecution, enforcement, and Technology, Media and Telecom, at the award ceremony held in Manila.
Graphic Era Hill University, Dehradun – Online sessions by Ms. Swati Dalal and Mr. Anand Agrahari on November 18, 2024
Graphic Era Hill University’s Intellectual Property Rights Cell and Institution’s Innovation Council organised 2024: The Power of Ideas & The Spark of Innovation, to foster a culture of creativity, research, and innovation among students while raising awareness about intellectual property rights.
INTA Leadership Meet 2024, New Orleans, Louisiana, from November 12-15, 2024.
At the INTA Leadership Meet 2024 in New Orleans, significant progress was made in advancing key initiatives aimed at tackling global challenges in intellectual property. A central topic of the meeting was the ongoing success of the UNREAL Campaign, a pivotal effort in the fight against counterfeiting. Our partner Rachna Bakhru, alongside other prominent leaders…
‘VARUN’ or ‘ARUN’ ice cream- Are they confusing?
Case Background: Hatsun Agro Product Limited (Petitioner) sought to remove the trademark ‘VARUN’ used by the Respondent Balakrishnan Nair for ice creams, claiming it was similar to their trademark ‘ARUN’ used by them since 1970. This note examines the core arguments put forward by the parties and the order passed by the Court. Petitioner in…
Onus is on the Petitioner to establish grounds for Revocation
The Petitioner, Embio Limited (Embio), sought the revocation of a patent granted to the first respondent, Malladi Drugs & Pharmaceuticals Ltd. The patent in question (Case no. (ORA/35/2014/PT/CHN); Embio Limited Vs. Malladi Drugs & Pharmaceuticals Ltd. and Ors.) pertains to a method for the preparation of new optically pure 1-phenyl-2 (N-alkyl/arylamino) propanol hydrochlorides with 100%…
Star shines over Star Plastics in a Dispute over the Trademark ‘STAR’
The dispute before the Madras High Court revolves around the trademark ‘STAR’. The Petitioner, Star Plastics filed the rectification petition to cancel the registration for the mark in class 11 in the name of the Respondent, Sajeev Antony. This note discusses the contentions raised by the parties and the findings of the High Court while…
Court upholds validity of Lock-in period in an Employment agreement
Background The case involves three petitions filed by Lily Packers Private Limited against three different respondents working at different positions in the Petitioner company (ARB.P. 1210, 1212 and 1213/2023). All the Respondents had left the company during the lock-in period of 3 years from the date of joining the company. The employment contract had an…
Madras High Court – the battle ground for ‘KCP’ as a company name
This writ petition challenges the order issued by the Regional Director of Companies appointed under the Indian Companies Act (Respondent no 1), which directed the petitioner, KCP Infra Ltd. (Petitioner), to change its name and stop using “KCP”. The 2nd Respondent, KCP Ltd had initiated proceedings under Section 16 of the Companies Act, 2013, seeking…
Madras High Court cancels registration of LEGO for confectionery
This case revolves around a trademark dispute between a globally renowned toy and games manufacturer, Lego Juris (the Petitioner) seeking to cancel the registered marks containing LEGO of a confectionery producer, Gurumukh Singh (the Respondent). The Respondent has registered the marks LEGO CUTEHEART and LEGO COFFYBOND in class 30. This note discusses the contentions raised…
20 Years of Excellence: A Milestone Worth Celebrating
This year marks a significant milestone for RNA Technology & IP Attorneys as we celebrated 20 glorious years of service, commitment, learning, and growth. The journey has been remarkable—built on dedication, trust, and the support of our clients, colleagues, and partners. This special occasion became even more meaningful as it coincided with the vibrant festival…