TikTok Limited, a technology company operating a social media video application called TikTok, and despite its global outreach and immense popularity worldwide denied coveted well-known status in India. Facts and Background TikTok applied for declaration of its name as a well-known mark in India. The framework for determining whether a trademark is well-know is provided…
The Court holds not making copyrighted work available on unreasonable terms could amount to refusal. The court emphasised the balance to be drawn between the interest of the owner of the copyright in protecting their works and the interest of the public to have access to the works This interesting copyright case involves a petition…
Delhi High Court upholds prior rights of trademark holder ‘PLUTO’ in travel industry. In a recent decision, the Delhi High Court issued an interim injunction against PTW Holidays Private Limited, restraining them from using the mark “PLUTO TOURS” or any other mark deceptively similar to “PLUTO” or its associated device mark. The case stemmed from…
RNA is honoured to receive several recognitions and awards this year, which reflects the dedication and passion of our entire team. Each of the individuals and teams listed below have demonstrated exceptional performance and continue to inspire with their leadership. The award motivates us to continue delivering excellence and push boundaries in protecting and enforcing…
What is the law under which the Trademark Protection is granted in Nepal? Patents, Design and Trade Marks Act, 1965 governs and deals with the mechanism of registration of trademarks in Nepal. Which governmental body is responsible for registration of Intellectual properties in Nepal? The Department of Industry (DOI)is a government body that is responsible…
Our Managing Partner, Ranjan Narula had the privilege of attending and moderating an insightful session on “Privacy and AI” at the CCAI GC Manthan Conclave, held in the dynamic city of Tbilisi, Georgia. This event is an Annual Flagship International Conclave of CCAI attended by several leading in-house counsels in India. The aim of the…
In a recent judgment, the Madras High Court dealt with a rectification petition filed by Heritage Foods (India) Limited (HFL), seeking cancellation of a trademark registered in Class 29 by Good Health Agrotech Pvt. Ltd. (Good Health). The dispute revolved around the use of the mark “HERITAGE” by both parties in the food industry. Background…
In a recent trademark dispute before the Madras High Court, the petitioner, Sri Ramachandra Educational and Health Trust (SREHT) secured an interim injunction to prevent Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Vaidyakiya Pratishthan Sanchalit (BAVPS) from using the mark “Shri Ramchandra” in the name of its medical institution. This case sheds light on the complex intersection of religious…
Ranjan Narula, Rachna Bakhru, Rahul Sethi, and Abhishek Nangia recently returned from an engaging week at the INTA Annual Meeting 2025 in San Diego. The event brought together IP professionals from around the world for a packed schedule of panel discussions, meetings, and networking receptions. The week offered valuable insights into emerging trends—ranging from the…
IHCL sought a declaration that TAJ is a well-known mark for hospitality services and presented comprehensive evidence to substantiate its claim The court concluded that TAJ qualifies as a well-known mark under Section 2(1)(zg) The mark’s expansive international footprint and substantial revenue generation reinforced its status The Indian Hotels Company Limited (IHCL) has recently secured…
